38 Really Brilliant Campervan Gift Ideas
Whatever your budget, these campervan gift ideas are perfect for anyone who's happiest out on the road. We've lived in our self converted campervan for over five years now, and covered some serious ground in that time. From road tripping around Ireland and wild camping all over Scotland to driving the Spanish coast, criss crossing over Europe to Turkey (and back) and doing vanlife in Morocco - twice!
Safe to say we know a thing or two about what's actually useful when you live and travel in a van. Everything on this list is either something we've tried, tested and genuinely recommend, or something that's firmly on our own wish list.
Campervan Gift Ideas
Of course space is a premium onboard, which is why everything on this campervan gift ideas list has been carefully curated to either be super useful, super small or both. The last thing you want is for your present to be tossed aside and not even make it out on an adventure.
A quick note on pricing: £ means under £50, ££ means £50 to £150, and £££ means anything above that. Handy if you're working to a budget and want to skip straight to your price range.
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Useful Gifts For Campervan Owners
Battery Starter (££)
We were actually given this as a campervan gift ourselves and it has been a lifesaver on more than a few occasions. For both us and other fellow vanlifers. It beats waiting on breakdown call outs but, better than that means you don’t get stuck in the middle of nowhere.
Grayl Water Filter (££)
When it comes to filling up campervan water tanks, you can’t always be 100% sure the water is completely safe to drink. Also unless you're cleaning your tanks regularly, all kinds of nasties can end up lurking in there too.
We've actually used filter water bottles since long before vanlife. They're brilliant for hikes and travelling in general. And we've filled up from more questionable roadside taps and garages than we'd like to count over the years, but having one of these onboard means we've never had to worry about what we're drinking.
Something that became even more important once we had a baby on the road with us.
Jackery Power Bank (£££)
If the campervanner in your life hasn't already run low on power at the most inconvenient possible moment, it's highly likely they will at some point. It happens to the best of us. But having this nifty device charged up and ready to go can save a whole lot of stress.
We found this out the hard way when our electrics packed in while wild camping in Morocco, and we still had to keep on working on the road while we figured out what the problem was.
It's also a solid backup for cloudy days, winter or whenever you're parked up in shade and solar isn't quite cutting it. A single charge lasts us days and you can top it back up via solar, mains or straight off the 12V in the cab.
Karcher Window Vac (££)
If there's one gadget that's earned its keep in our van more than almost anything else, it's this. It's brilliant at managing condensation, a couple of passes over the windows in the morning and it's sorted, no soggy cloth, no faff.
But it's also become our go to for drying out the bathroom after a shower and even giving the solar panels a quick clean. Small bit of kit, does at least three jobs.
Tile Mate Key Finder (£)
I have no idea how, in such a small space, we end up losing stuff on the daily. One or both sets of our van keys consistently seem to end up in a black hole. If that sounds like someone you know, these nifty bits of kit are probably on their campervan gift wishlist too.
We’ve heard good things about these.
Magnetic USB Work Light (£)
There is absolutely no doubt that at some point something in your campervan fanatics home on wheels will break. And it will likely happen at the most inconvenient of times, i.e. in the dark.
Case in point, us lying under the van in the dead of winter trying to fix a connection on our diesel heater, hands freezing, patience thinner by the second. But this handy and little but powerful light saved the day. It's magnetic, so it just sticks straight to the van and you can angle it wherever you actually need it, meaning both hands stay free for fixing the problem (or swearing at it).
Portable Speaker (££)
We actually had our portable speaker pre vanlife and it made the transition with us from our backpacks into the van. The sound quality is superb and it is seriously robust, perfect for life in a moving home. Honestly not sure we could live without this van life gift idea.
AI Glasses (£££)
One of the best things about driving through different countries is the random stuff you see along the way. Goats in trees, camels walking down the side of the road, and just all the little snapshot memories you miss capturing because, well you've got your hands on the wheel, not a camera.
Add a kid into the mix and there are even more moments we'd love to capture without having to reach for a phone. That's why some AI glasses with a built in camera are firmly on our wish list.
These are the ones we've got our eye on.
Thoughtful Campervan Presents
Kindle (££)
You don’t have to own a campervan to know that it’s not possible to have more than a few books on board. For avid readers like ourselves it could be a real downside to vanlife. But with a Kindle you can have a whole library at your fingertips.
Ours are something else that came with us from our backpacking days, long before vanlife, and still get used most evenings. We made the choice not to have a TV in the van, so for us it's usually either reading or a card game.
It's a great campervan gift for anyone who loves to read - ours have literally followed us around the world!
Audible (££)
Perfect for those long drives, Audible is equally as good of a campervan gift for those who love books. With more audiobooks and podcasts than you can shake a stick at, they will never be bored on the road again.
We honestly couldn't even begin to estimate the number of podcasts we've got through along the way. True crime is a particular favourite of ours, so if you ever want any recommendations, drop us a DM on Instagram. We've got plenty!
Loop Earplugs (£)
You can't control the wind, the rain, or the group of lads doing donuts around your van at 2am, but you can at least block it out. We each keep a pair of Loop Earplugs in the van at all times and honestly rate them as one of the simplest, most effective bits of kit for getting a decent night's sleep on the road.
They're relatively cheap and take up next to no space, making them a great little campervan gift for anyone who struggles with noise at night.
Campervan Pandora Charm (£)
Look no further for an awesome campervan gift for her. This cute campervan charm makes for a really thoughtful keepsake to remember all the awesome adventures that van life brings. I have this exact one and it’s a total favourite of mine.
National Trust Pass | UK (££)
If they travel in their campervan in the UK, National Trust Pass is probably our favourite campervan gift idea. Simply because it encourages more time spent outdoors, and that can only ever be a good thing.
If you’re in the US I do believe there is also a National Parks Pass that will have the same effect.
Gift Card (£)
You can’t go wrong with an experience gift over a physical gift in our book. So whether it’s a meal out, cinema tickets or a skydiving experience you think they’d be into, a gift card is one of the best gifts for vanlife.
Portable projector (£££)
Last but by no means least in this section, a portable projector is always a winner when it comes to gifts for a camper van owner who loves a movie night.
With choosing not to have a TV in our van, we love the idea of something you can pull out when the weather's rubbish, then pack away again when you're done.
And come summer, you can take it outside, throw a film on and have your own little outdoor cinema wherever you happen to be parked.
This is the one on our wishlist.
Vanlife Gifts For Outdoor Lovers
Boot Buddy (£)
We love a hike, which means muddy boots are pretty much unavoidable, especially in the UK where wet weather isn't exactly limited to just colder months. These portable shoe cleaners take just a few minutes to use and stop mud making it's way into the cab.
We often park up near a trailhead so we can head straight out in the morning and then get back to van for a warm cuppa, and being able to clean our boots before climbing back in means there's no post adventure arguments about who's got mud in the van.
They are that handy, you’re probably going to want to get one for yourself while you’re at it.
Resistance Bands (£)
If your campervan fan likes to keep fit, these are the ultimate space saver when it comes to working out on the road. There’s varying strengths included and hundreds of exercises that can be done with them. We take ours everywhere.
Litter Picker (£)
For anyone that enjoys spending time outdoors, but especially those of us who like to park up in nature, seeing litter lying around can be so maddening.
We use out litter picker all the time. Wherever we're parked, we'll usually have a quick wander around and pick up any rubbish that's been left behind. It feels good to do and, your park up looks all the better for it too.
If your van dwelling friend in conscious of the environment, help them leave their next park up better than they found it with this foldable litter picker.
Hammock (£)
This gift idea for campervan owners creates a whole new space to relax in, which believe you me, when you only have such limited space inside makes a world of difference. The setup takes less than 60 seconds and you can even get a double one for two people.
Binoculars (££)
There’s not much of a better pastime than sitting with your morning coffee and staring out of the window and taking in the surroundings of a wild park up. Except when you have binoculars and can immerse yourself in nature that extra step more. Pure bliss.
Our previous pair got left on the side as we drove off from a park up and got broken and these have been firmly back on our wish list since. This pair even comes with a phone adapter so you can take photos of whatever you spot.
Vanlife Presents For Foodies
Stacking pans (££)
Just because they travel in a campervan, doesn't mean they value a home cooked meal any less while they are on the road. In our van we have everything you could need to cook a three course meal. Stacking pans with detachable handles are 100% the way to go.
Collapsible Kitchenware (£)
Anything that saves space, such as collapsible mixing bowls, colander, measuring cups, tupperware, will be welcome in any foodies campervan kitchen cupboard.
We've got the whole lot tucked away in ours, and honestly they've been well worth it. Being able to save space this way means we basically have a whole kitchen with us, just a much smaller one. Good quality stuff that is up to the task of living in a moving home is also a must.
Omnia Stove Top Oven (££)
While we don’t actually own one of these clever Swedish inventions we know lots of vanlifers who swear by them. It is an ideal gift for a campervan owner who only has a hob but no oven. As it says on the tin, if you can do it in a regular oven you can do it in an Omnia.
Campervan Cookbook (£)
For those in need of a little inspiration when it comes to cooking up some decent scran while on the move there are a surprising number of campervan specific cookbooks out there. From simple campside treats to full on family feasts, it’s all possible.
Aeropress (£)
Since we got our Aeropress, we’ve basically become inseparable from it. I don’t know what we were thinking, having not got one sooner. Not only does this brilliant bit of kitchen tech make delicious coffee, it leaves you with next to no mess. It’s ideal for campervan life.
Mini Blender (£)
These low wattage, portable mini blenders are an ideal vanlife present for those who love a healthy brekkie. They’ll be able to knock up a smoothie in no time. And with the added bonus of not draining the life out of their batteries. We really should get one of these.
Funny Campervan Gifts
Toilet Roll Gift Pack (£)
Ah the holy grail of campervan pooping! Finding a bog roll that degrades easily but isn’t so flimsy that a toilet trip requires half a roll. Give your campervan loving pal a good old laugh with one of these jazzy tongue in cheek toilet roll gift packs.
Campervan Travel Game (£)
If your campervan friend enjoys some fun why not hit them up with a lightweight and portable travel game. Perfect for those rainy days or cosy evenings. Some of our favourites for bringing out the laughs are Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza, Dobble and Exploding Kittens.
Hot Water Bottle (£)
We've had one for years and it's one of the cheapest ways to keep warm in a van.They may well laugh when they unwrap it, but they'll thank you for it when they're parked up in the middle of nowhere on a freezing cold night.
And if they are in a really tight spot, it might still be warm enough to make a rubbery brew from in the morning!
We love these extra long ones.
Scrubba Mini Wash Bag (£)
Perfect for vanlife gifts, the campervan lover in your life need never worry about running out of clean pants on a road trip again. These handy wash bags brand themselves as the ‘world’s smallest washing machine for socks and underwear’. We find ours super useful.
Funny Campervan Tee (£)
For those with a sense of humour these motorhome owner gifts will definitely put a smile on their face. Simply choose their favourite colour and give them a natty addition to their camping wardrobe that they never knew they wanted.
Campervan Essentials Gifts
Composting Toilet (£££)
We put up with a chemical toilet for years before switching to a composting one, and it's genuinely one of our biggest vanlife regrets that we didn't do it sooner. No more hunting down campsites just to empty a cassette, no more chemical smell and it paid for itself in saved campsite fees within months.
It's definitely one of the pricier campervan gifts on this list, but if the vanlifer in your life is still emptying a Porta Potti, this will be an absolute game changer for them.
Travel Mug (£)
This is the OG when it comes to road trips and for good reason. How can anyone be expected to put in any serious miles without a hot supply of caffeine to hand? And with a kettle onboard, a good quality travel mug that keeps your brew steaming hot really is a no brainer.
USB Fan (£)
Now if your campervan fanatics are anything like us, they’ll like to chase the warmer weather. But while it's good for their solar panels and sun tan, life inside the van on those hot, stuffy days can get pretty uncomfortable. Enter the USB Fan. We wouldn't be without ours.
This is the exact one we have.
Motion Activated Security Cameras (££)
We've got one security camera in the cab and another in the living space, and they are one of the best things we've added to the van for peace of mind. They're connected to our WiFi system, so if they detect movement while we're away, we get an alert straight to our phones and can immediately check what's going on.
You can even speak through them remotely, which admittedly sounds a bit extra, but it's a pretty handy additional deterrent if you ever need it.
They're definitely more on an investment than a stocking filler, but for anyone worried about campervan security, we think they are well worth it.
Packing Cubes (£)
Keeping a campervan organised is essential if you want to maintain any level of sanity, and packing cubes make it so much easier. If the campervanner in your life hasn't got some already, trust us, they'll be an absolute game changer.
Phone Holder (£)
This obvious but essential campervan gift is included simply because we’ve been through our share of crap ones. Fresh off the ferry, driving on the opposite side of the road, no idea where you're going and your Google Maps ends up around your ankles. Less than ideal.
Van Cab Tidy (£)
It’s a common notion amongst campervan owners that the cab area tends to become a bit of dumping ground sometimes. Snacks, sunglasses, phone chargers, it’s all too easy for them to end up slung on the dash. So this campervan essential gift really holds its own.
Cab Rubbish Bin (£)
Likewise, having somewhere to stash your trash while you’re driving or riding shotgun on your latest adventure is a must in our book. When we reach our destination we want to hop straight out and get exploring, not gathering up sweet wrappers and sandwich crusts.
Campervan Gift Ideas FAQs
Space is the biggest thing to think about. Look for gifts that are small, multi purpose, or genuinely improve daily life on the road rather than just sitting in a cupboard. Useful kit like a portable power bank or a decent water filter tends to go down a lot better than anything purely decorative.
Something that solves a real problem works best, think battery packs, security kit, or anything that makes cold weather easier to deal with. A hot water bottle or a good travel mug are cheap, cheerful, and genuinely used all winter long.
Plenty of the best campervan gifts cost next to nothing. Things like a magnetic USB work light, a key finder, or a foldable litter picker are all under a tenner and solve a real problem, rather than being a token gesture that ends up unused.
Anyone just starting out is still working out what they actually need, so practical basics tend to be safest, think good quality ear plugs, collapsable tupperware, or something that makes those first few nights sleeping in the van more comfortable.
Anything that eases them into the lifestyle without overwhelming them is a good bet, a proper campervan cookbook, packing cubes to keep chaos at bay, or a National Trust Pass to encourage them to actually get outside and use the van.
It's also worth pointing them towards our own experience of overcoming the fear that comes with taking the leap, reassurance is as good a gift as anything physical.
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