One of the joys of touring is having the space to pack a wide variety of tour-enhancing accessories in your campervan. However, there’s a marked difference between products you’re actually going to want to have in your ‘van, and the items you find you either never use or end up not even taking.
With that in mind, we’re sharing the 28 products that we think will make a difference to a tour, including options for pet owners, accessories for cooking and eating, and gadgets that will improve your touring experience.
Whether you’re after a way to make a campervan bed more comfortable, are looking for accessories to improve your experience when you’re out and about, or want to avoid muddy paw-prints in your ‘van, there’s sure to be a suggestion for you. Some of the ideas could also make great gifts for campervan owners, if you’re looking for some inspiration.
Don’t miss Peter Rosenthal’s selection of the 20 top touring gadgets too, where he shares the essentials that are sure to enhance any tour.
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Accessories for general cleaning tasks
Gadgets to take on tour
For when you’re out and about
Accessories for campervanners with pets
For cooking and eating in your campervan
For a more comfortable experience
Accessories for general cleaning tasks
Fabric Wash Leaves
Super-light and compact, these plastic-free fabric wash leaves are formulated for laundry. Each pack contains 50 mini-wafers, providing a fresh, clean scent with every wash.
Also available in shampoo and soap leaves.
Gtech Multi Mk2
The Gtech Multi MK2 is a lightweight, cordless handheld vacuum designed for versatile cleaning, and is an option we consider among the best vacuum cleaners for a motorhome or campervan. With an LED headlight, multiple attachments and a rechargeable battery with 20-minute run-time, it’s perfect for ’van’ interiors.
Draper 3m Telescopic Washing Brush
Extendable up to 3m, this telescopic brush makes cleaning high surfaces effortless. Ideal for the campervan and motorhome roof cleaning task, as well as the windows, it connects to a hose for continuous water flow and features a soap dispenser with a brush, sponge head and squeegee.
Gadgets to take on tour
Bluetti EB3A
This smart-looking 600W AC Pure Sine Wave Inverter provides power on the move and is among our contenders for the best portable power station for van life. With eight outputs for charging multiple devices and 430W Fast Charging, the unit is lightweight and compact, with an easy-carry handle and 268Wh capacity. See what Deputy editor Paul made of the Bluetti EB3A when he put it to the test..
Garmin Series sat navs
It’s easy to see why these brilliant sat navs were highly commended for best motorhome gadget in the Practical Motorhome Awards 2025. They come packed with features, including specialised routing, voice control, landmark guidance, traffic updates, a campsite directory, speed limit guidance and much more. See how Practical Motorhome’s editor, Sarah, has got on with the Camper 1095 in her campervan.
Avtex AV215TS
The Avtex AV215TS is a 21.5-inch TV specially designed for motorhomes, campervans and caravans. Featuring a built-in HD tuner, USB recording and energy-efficient LED technology, it provides superb entertainment on the go, even in remote locations.
NEBO Galileo Air 1000
This multi-featured, rechargeable lantern punches way above its weight for your touring requirements, with its innovative, space-saving, collapsible design and handy internal power bank, which can charge up your USB devices. The water-resistant Galileo is flexible, too, with six light modes providing up to 1000 lumens of light.
BRISA Volkswagen fairy lights
These fairy lights look incredibly classy in our opinion, providing some stylish mood lighting. They’re genuine VW lights, made by Brisa, and rely on three AA batteries to run, offering a portable – and cool – bit of illumination. We’d say they’re especially suited to those who have a VW camper!
Vanolarm
The Vanolarm Security System is a state-of-the-art alarm specially designed for leisure vehicles. With six levels of security, including motion sensors, door/window protection and a siren alarm, it also offers remote access for added peace of mind.
Price: From £99.95 at vanolarm.co.uk
For when you’re out and about
Byron hat
Swedish brand Fjällräven seems to have cornered the market for warm hats. It’s easy to see why with this double-knitted woollen Byron hat, made without PFAS.
Quechua All Road trolley
Let this trolley do the heavy lifting on site, at festivals and on days out. It holds 122 litres and bears 60kg. Comes with a cover and front brakes, and folds down.
Cabin Zero backpack
Designed to fit under seats on aeroplanes, Cabin Zero backpacks are equally useful on tour. Comfortable to carry, they have Tardis-like packing qualities and are easy to fit in your ’van. They look great and come in a range of bright colours.
Intensity 300 LED head torch
Useful when navigating across the site at night and on evening runs and walks, you’ll also find a head torch handy for looking under the bonnet. This 300-lumen model has an adjustable beam and six lighting modes (including SOS).
Dippy Swim Dry Bag
Thinking ahead to the 2026 season, summer is a brilliant time to take off in your ’van and head for the coast. But what do you do with your keys while you swim? With this dry bag, you can simply take them (and other valuables) with you into the sea.
Lifeventure Fleece-lined changing robe
There was a time when you’d only see changing robes on beaches, but they now seem to be de rigueur on campsites. Versatile and comfortable, this robe has a full-length zip and lined hood and pockets.
Accessories for campervanners with pets
Mud Daddy Portable Pet Washer
We all love long walks with a canine companion, but if your pooch is making a mess of your pride and joy after going exploring, use this five-litre portable washer to rinse off muddy paws. The Mud Daddy has a pump to create water pressure – no electricity required.
Paw Buddy
Keep those muddy paws out of your ’van with the PawBuddy, which will make cleaning your dog’s feet a walk in the park! It has a small water tank, a sturdy comb and a soft brush for a quick spruce-up after wet walks, helping to prevent unwelcome staining in your ’van’s interior.
DOOG 3-in-1 Water Bottle & Bowl
This neat 3-in-1 Water Bottle & Bowl is a BPA-free, eco-friendly hydration station for your dog, with an insulated waterbottle cover that cleverly unfolds to provide a bowl on the go. Brilliant for long-distance hikes when everyone needs to take a refuelling break!
The waterproof lining prevents mess and the bottle can easily be attached to your rucksack with a carabiner.
The Beacon Dog Safety Light
Perfect for active pooches, this high-performance, rechargeable safety light for dogs ensures they remain visible in low light or bad weather. Waterproof and durable, it features a Quick Clip for easy attachment and provides three LED colour options, with adjustable lighting modes.
For cooking and eating in your campervan
OLPRO Signature Set
For that ‘home away from home’ feeling, you need crockery that doesn’t scream “I’m on a camping trip”. Melamine is fine – in fact it’s a wise choice, given its light weight and durability – but not everyone wants bright primary colours and floral patterns. Something like Olpro’s Signature Set is an excellent alternative. It looks more like the posh porcelain tableware that you might expect to find on a transatlantic cruise liner!
Coleman Pro 55QT Cooler Box
Great for camping, picnics and days at the beach, Coleman’s 52-litre capacity Pro 55QT will keep drinks and food cold for up to five days. It’s super-tough and strong enough to double as a seat.
IKEA Fjärma containers
If you like to cook ahead before your trip, so ‘cooking’ in the ’van is really just assembling, these containers come in handy. About right for two portions, they are freezer-friendly and microwavable. Best of all, they collapse for storage.
Check the latest price at Ikea now.
Ooni Fyra Pizza Oven
These portable wood-pellet ovens are sought after by those who delight in the taste of authentic stone-baked pizza. Weighing in at 10kg, they are compact enough to take on tour and they cook pizzas in as little as 60 seconds. At just shy of 15kg, make sure you have the space and payload for it, though!
LifeSaver Liberty bottle
One for the more adventurous hikers and explorers, this portable water purifier is a bottle with an inline pump combined. It provides safe water almost anywhere, removing 99.99% of bacteria, cysts and viruses from dirty water.
Check the latest price on Amazon now.
For a more comfortable experience
Crocs
Some people seem to find the famous footwear a tad unstylish, but Crocs are actually excellent for covering the ground in most UK campsites. They have a good grip, ventilate your feet while letting water drain away, and you can easily kick them off when you come back into your ’van, without having to bend down and unfasten any straps or laces. We have it on good authority that they have even been worn to take a walk through gentle snowfall!
Find your size and check the latest price on Amazon now.
Duvalay Compact Mattress Topper
Having the best mattress topper for a campervan can make a real difference to your sleeping experience after a busy day exploring. Duvalay’s Compact Travel Toppers have 2.5cm-deep Gold Memory Foam and are easy to roll up and store when not in use.
The topper has a zipped, washable cover, and straps to secure it.
Check the latest price at Just Kampers now.
Vango Titan 2 Oversized Chair
With a durable steel frame, padded armrests and wrap-around design, this oversized chair has a handy carry bag and offers ultimate relaxation on site.
Passenger blanket
This cosy Sherpa blanket will be greatly appreciated on those slightly chillier summer nights here in the UK when you still want to be able to sit outside the ’van. It packs away into its own little pocket – and comes in a variety of bright, striking designs
Check the latest price on Amazon now.
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