Ultralight Tent Under 1kg

Why choose a tent under 1 kg?

On a multi-day trek, the weight you carry makes all the difference: a lighter shelter means walking further and tiring less. An ultralight tent under the kilo mark is designed for the self-sufficient hiker who wants minimalism without giving up protection. It compresses down to a tiny size, slips into any rucksack and frees up space for the rest of your kit. Camping out becomes lighter, more mobile, more liberating.

How do you save that much weight?

Ultralight design relies on thin, high-strength fabrics (coated nylon or polyester), lightweight aluminium poles or the use of trekking poles as a mast, and a stripped-back construction. Many ultralight models are single-skin, without a flysheet, or semi-freestanding to save every last gram. The real measure is the weight-to-protection ratio: a good lightweight tent stays waterproof and holds up in the wind while weighing as little as possible. Material quality is what ensures durability.

1 or 2-person, pitching and use

Ultralight tents come in 1-person versions for solo trips and 2-person versions for walking with company or extra comfort. Pitching should stay simple and quick, even alone and in bad weather: a shelter that goes up fast is one you'll appreciate. Think about the space available for sleeping and storing your rucksack, as well as the porch area that protects your gear. A well-designed model combines lightness, compactness and liveability.

Gearing up properly

Discover other formats in our camping tents range, including our ultralight and compact tents, and complete your kit with an ultralight sleeping bag.