

🚙 Transform your SUV into the ultimate roving retreat—camp smarter, not harder!
The DAC Explorer 2 SUV & Minivan Tent is a universal-fit, vehicle-mounted camping tent designed for SUVs and minivans with liftgate rear panels under 67 inches wide. Featuring a quick 5-minute setup with bungee cords, durable waterproof polyester fabric rated at 1200mm, and no-see-um insect mesh, it offers a comfortable, elevated camping experience. Lightweight and compact, it fits popular models like Honda CR-V and Toyota Highlander, making it an ideal choice for adventurous professionals seeking hassle-free outdoor escapes.
| ASIN | B0001WTY0E |
| Additional Features | Inverted T-layout, Two-way zippers |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Assembly Time | 5 Minutes |
| Base | Polyester |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,216,105 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #712 in Automotive Tops & Roofs #203,885 in Automotive Exterior Accessories |
| Brand | DAC INC. OF LOUISIANA |
| Brand Name | DAC INC. OF LOUISIANA |
| Closure Type | Zipper |
| Color | Multicoloured |
| Compatible with Vehicle Type | SUVs and minivans |
| Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 288 Reviews |
| Fabric Type | Polyester |
| Floor Length | 67 Inches |
| Floor Width | 67 Inches |
| Form Factor | tent with vehicle-mounted design |
| Included Components | Carry Bag |
| Installation Type | Attached to Vehicle Back |
| Is Assembly Required | No |
| Is Waterproof | true |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 15.01"L x 67"W x 13.98"H |
| Item Height | 35.51 centimeters |
| Manufacturer | Dac Inc. of Louisiana |
| Material Type | Polyester |
| Minimum Trail Weight | 5 Pounds |
| Number of Rooms | 1 |
| Number of Stakes | 5 |
| Occupancy | 2 Person |
| Occupant Capacity | 2 |
| Pole Material Type | Aluminum |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash |
| Product Dimensions | 15.01"L x 67"W x 13.98"H |
| Rainfly Material | polyester |
| Recommended Use | Camping & Hiking |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Camping & Hiking |
| Seasons | Summer |
| Shape | Boat |
| Size | Less Than 67 Inches Wide |
| Sport Type | Camping & Hiking |
| Stake Material | Multiple |
| Style Name | Contemporary |
| Support Pole Attachment Mechanism | Clip |
| Tent Design | Vehicle Mounted Tent |
| Tent Floor Material | Polyester |
| UPC | 833523000109 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Water Resistance Level | Waterproof |
| Water Resistance Technology | 1200 Mm |
K**M
Fits great on my Tacoma, perfect for a weekend trip
Wasn’t sure if this would fit on my Tacoma with camper shell but it’s perfect. Very easy to put on, took less than 10 minutes. I parked with rear end a little elevated which helped rain shed off toward the front. Used a bungee to keep the rear window level. I have roof rack which made a peak Ed roof that also shed rain well. I’ll probably sew on a reinforcement patch where the ends of the rack lie to prevent rips. Also had a fair amount of wind but no problems with it staying on. This little tent made the difference in being able to camp comfortably in my otherwise too short truck bed, for a very reasonable price.
J**N
Honda Element success!
Works great for my 2003 Honda Element. Fits surprisingly well even though it wasn’t made for this car. You can’t open your hatch fully but it’s not a huge problem while getting in and out. Super easy to install. Great for when you get to the campsite just before dark and don’t have much time before dark. Also held up great during a long night of thunderstorms with no leaks. I did use a couple of strong magnets on the sides of the car to seal it off a little better and stuffed a couple of cloth shopping bags on the sides of the tailgate to fill the gaps. 100% recommend it. Seems sturdy and well made.
S**Y
Not a perfect fit but will still be used
It’s a great extension tent to add to your vehicle for car camping. It’s sturdy and a great price. The setup is simple. However it’s not a perfect pair for a 2016 Jeep Renegade. First my vehicle antenna is on the rear roof just a few inches from the tailgate. To make sure the antenna does not poke through the tent you have to leave it exposed. So the top of the tent does not cross the roof completely. My tailgate is also not shaped like other tailgates in size so the edges I fear may poke the tent. The elastic bottom also does not wrap underneath the bumper. With all of those the tent does not tighten and there is no seal around the sides and bottom. I will make due with it however as there are not many options. I will bug spray the sides and buy “off” hip fans to hang in those areas to keep the bugs away. If I figure out any tricks I add to my review. Edit: Did a trial run and sprayed the sides of the tent with bug spray. This kept the bugs out for the most part. Still trying to figure out how to keep the tent secured under tailgate but that will come after next trial run. I also put the tent over my antenna this time and it did not poke a hole. Edit 2: End of season review. We placed the tent over antenna every time and it never poked a hole in the tent. I would say that means the material is great quality. Still have not been able to get a snug fit on the sides but this did not create a bug issue and we did use bug repellent hung in those areas just to make sure. I was able to snug the bottom section under the bumper but that means the tailgate is not completely opened above. So it is not an actual fit for my vehicle. I also tried different places to latch the tent on and have not found one that is snug enough. With all that said we used it on our cross country road trip from New York to Arizona from Arizona back to New York traveling through 11 states and it was effective to save money. We were off the ground and stayed dry so that is why it still gets 4 stars. It was also used on several local camping trips and was a big hit with people and I offered the same review and recommended it for a simple cost effective way to get off the ground, stay dry and turn your vehicle in to a sleeper.
B**D
Good for Fair Weather Camping
I really wanted to like this product. It was easy to use and to put on and off. It was easy for my kids to go through without any issues. The cons: When light wind blew through, the bottom of the tent came up and kept coming off. The sides like someone mentioned had air pockets. I put magnets on it but you either need lots of magnets or stronger long magnets. Once dropped, it's hard to find especially in the dark. I used a paper fold back clip too but it didn't hold up very well. The part that really made me want to take it back is the rod that came with it. It was too long. So every time I put it on the car, it would pop up and I'd have to force it a certain way. It was also going to rain and I feel like the top part isn't long enough. If I was keeping this, I'd poke a hole at the bottom to have 1 more hook hold the bottom of my rear vehicle so it doesn't blow. And I would have to put a tarp over it to make sure it doesn't rain or leak in over the door. I wasn't confident with the top so I parked under my pop up tent since it was going to rain where I was going. Bonus tip: it was dropping to 40 degrees at night and it was cold on the first night. The second night, I got a wooden stick long enough to go over as a bar and hug my pic nick blanket. We were nice and cozy.
C**N
Great for camping in a minivan
My husband and I bought this Explorer 2 SUV tent last year for use camping in our minivan. We have been camping with it multiple times now and it has worked well. It gives a more open feel to the SUV and provides plenty of air circulation, eliminating the need to open the minivan windows (and thus let bugs in). We have used it twice so far in rainy weather and it has kept the inside of the SUV (and us) dry. Once, when it was really windy at night, so that the tent started flapping about, we just pulled the lift-gate down, leaving the tent in place. When the wind stopped, we just popped open the lift-gate and the tent was back to its original open position and undamaged. The SUV tent is quick to set up and take down (much faster than a regular tent). We used (and recommend) strong magnets to seal the SUV tent to the sides of the minivan. We use both the flat disk type magnets and long strips. So far we have had no problems with bugs or other unwanted wild life getting in.
S**A
Great product
This tent is not listed for Nissan Frontier however I give it a chance and it was like built for it. One of the best Camping equipment I have. Much better the roof top tent. Setnup in a 1 min. Really great product. I did not have any issue, use it on the rain and wind, did not need any magnets or anything.
T**2
Did NOT fit my MDX
The tent opening was too small to properly cover the opening of the trunk of my MDX. If I pulled the tent down so it would go under the bumper as it is supposed to then the tailgate was almost closed. Returned for full refund but bummed it didn’t work. If it had been sized correctly I think it was fairly easy to install. No harder than a simple regular tent. Not super high quality but good enough for my purposes, at least from what I could tell since I didn’t get a chance to actually “field test” it.
N**S
Awesome Fit for 2006 Honda Element to keep you off the ground and In the Car! Super happy!
Bought this based on recommendations for my 2006 Honda Element EX since the OEM tailgate canopy is no longer sold. Well... this works AWESOME, and about $100 cheaper than the OEM version which looked the same!! Super pleased with the fit around the car; it is pretty darn tight considering it isn't made specifically for the vehicle. I also light that you can cinch up the bottom to ensure as tight a fit as possible. Again, this fits really well on my Honda Element, I just need stronger pistons on the rear hatch so the top doesn't droop (but that isn't this design's fault). For the money, I am extremely satisfied, and I love the reinforced gussets where the support rod fit into to, and the solid zippers (and two-layer construction with the rain fly). The only thing I don't really like is the fitment of the support rod; seems about a 1/2 in to 1 inch too long, but I may trim it a bit as I have a hard time tying it down into the canopy (but will wait to see if the fabric stretches a bit). I also recommend that, after you determine it will work for your car, that you spray the seams with water sealer to ensure that it will not leak--just an advance precaution to ensure many seasons of awesome car camping!! So happy with this purchase!