Bubble Campers are new-century versions of mid-20th century caravans, and are based on the Westfalia caravan which was designed and built in Germany in the 60s, but from wood and steel.
Bubble Campers are light, bright, character-filled camping spaces that cocoon those who rest and sleep in them. Their retro-rounded shapes draw looks of appreciation from passers-by.
- Bubble Campers will be built in South Africa, hopefully from 2028.
- They will be constructed using the latest fibre build technology for lightness and strength.
- Bubble Campers will be 3 meters long excluding tow mechanism/disselboom.
- Bubble Campers will weigh in at about 600 kg unloaded.
- They will have unbraked systems due to weight but can be upgraded to a braked system if requested.
- If their loaded weight (GVM) is less than 750 kg, a driver with a B license can legally tow a Bubble Camper
- Vertical space allows six-foot adults to stand up in the interior.
- There is a vent at top, and two opening windows front and back.
- LED lighting inside, and outside; plugs and USB ports.
- Storage in the front for water, tools, firewood, solar inverter/battery, etc.
- Vertical cupboard with shelves or hanging space.
- Kitchen designed to be stored inside Bubble, but used outside.
- Tent with three sides constructed from ripstop canvas with telescoping aluminum poles.
- Plenty of storage at head height, and also in the cupboards and under the beds.
- Sleeps two adults. Or two adults and two children (a bunk can be installed for small children, on request).
- Although the bed isn’t an island bed (it has single side entry only), the mattress is a full 20 cm high foam comfy nest for rest and recuperation while on holiday.
- Storage under double bed – tip up base allows access with assistance of gas struts.
- An off-road version, ‘Safari Bubble’, is in development with raised and strengthened chassis and larger tyres while retaining the classic comforts.
- Bubble Campers will be easy to store – either outdoors, or under carport covers. They aren’t susceptible to wood rot or leaking panels like conventional build caravans.
- Bubble Campers will be well insulated for temperature and sound – like a small yacht.
- Clients can either receive their Bubble Camper as a shell to fit out and decorate themselves, or choose from three styles (more information to follow).
- Clients will become part of the Bubble Camper Club and receive a quarterly newsletter, access to a community of Bubble buyers, receive discounts on future purchases and benefit from a referrals system.
To get onto the waiting list for when we launch, please send an email to camp@bubblecampers.co.za.