Buying a headlamp for camping and travel

When camping or traveling, it is nice to keep both hands free. With a headlamp, you always have light in the direction you are looking. This is useful when pitching a tent in the dark, walking around the campsite, or looking for something in your camper or caravan.

At Travelhawk, you will find various headlamps for campers and travelers. The models are compact, rechargeable, and equipped with an adjustable headband. You can choose from powerful LED headlamps, models with a motion sensor, and a headlamp for children.

Why bring a headlamp on your trip?

A flashlight provides focused light, but it occupies one hand. With a headlamp, you keep both hands free. This is convenient during all sorts of activities at the campsite and on the road.

A headlamp is practical for:

• pitching a tent in the dark;
• evening walks at the campsite;
• looking for items in a tent or camper;
• cooking and cleaning up in low light;
• hikes before sunrise or after sunset;
• breakdowns on the road or a power outage;
• reading in a tent or vacation home.
  

Thanks to its compact size, a headlamp easily fits into your backpack, travel bag, or camping box.

Which headlamp should you buy for your trip?

Which headlamp suits you best depends on how you use it. For tasks around the tent, a wide beam is nice. During an evening walk, a focused beam with more range might be more useful.

When buying a headlamp, consider:

• the brightness in lumens;
• the range of the beam;
• available light modes;
• battery life per charge;
• the weight;
• the adjustability of the headband;
• the water resistance;
• a tilting light head;
• a possible motion sensor.

A low setting is often sufficient for close-up tasks. For walking or illuminating a larger area, a higher setting might be more suitable.

Powerful rechargeable LED headlamp

The Travelhawk LED headlamp is an adjustable model for camping, hiking, and traveling. The lamp features multiple LEDs and various light modes, including low, medium, high, and flashing.

The light head is tiltable up to approximately 90 degrees. This allows you to easily direct the light forward or toward the ground. You can adjust the lamp to your head using the adjustable headband.

Thanks to the built-in battery, you do not need to carry separate batteries. You can recharge the headlamp via USB.

View the Travelhawk powerful and adjustable LED headlamp for the full product information.

Headlamp with USB-C and motion sensor

Do you want to operate the lamp without constantly pressing a button? The Travelhawk rechargeable headlamp with USB-C features a motion sensor. This allows you to turn the light on or off with a hand movement.

This can be useful when you are wearing gloves or your hands are full. The lamp has a light output of up to 350 lumens and features both a wide and a focused light mode.

Depending on the chosen mode, the battery life is up to about eight hours. Weighing approximately 90 grams, the headlamp remains compact and lightweight. The IPX4 rating provides protection against rain and splashing water.

View the Travelhawk rechargeable headlamp with USB-C.

Compact headlamp with a range of up to 100 meters

The Travelhawk rechargeable headlamp with motion sensor is suitable for travelers who want to minimize weight. The lamp weighs approximately 70 grams and has a maximum light output of 350 lumens.

The light beam has a range of up to approximately 100 meters. You can switch between high, low, flashing, and sensor modes. The built-in battery can be charged via USB.

The elastic headband is adjustable, making it easy to customize the fit.

View the Travelhawk headlamp with motion sensor for technical specifications.

Rechargeable headlamp for children

Having their own headlamp can also be useful for children. They can use it while walking around the campsite, playing near the tent, or looking for their belongings.

The Travelhawk headlamp for children has a lightweight design and an adjustable elastic band. The LED lighting features multiple modes and has a range of up to approximately 100 meters.

The built-in battery is charged via USB, so no separate batteries are needed. The lamp is also splash-proof and suitable for use in light rain.

View the Travelhawk rechargeable headlamp for children.

Taking your rechargeable headlamp with you

Fully charge your headlamp before departure. During longer trips, a power bank can be useful for recharging the lamp on the go.

Additionally, check that the headband fits securely. The lamp should stay firmly in place without pinching. Then adjust the light head and brightness to your activity.

Did the headlamp get wet? Dry it off before storing or recharging it. Splash-proof does not automatically mean the lamp can be used underwater.

You will find the headlamps among the other lighting for camping and travel. Do you also want to take a separate light source with you? Then also view the collection of flashlights.

Ordering a headlamp from Travelhawk

Travelhawk offers compact and practical travel and camping items. Thanks to the various models, you can choose a headlamp that suits your activities and travel companions.

At Travelhawk, you benefit from, among other things:

• shipping from our own stock;
• free shipping on orders over €40;
• 30-day trial period;
• two-year warranty on all products;
• various rechargeable models;
• headlamps for adults and children.

Do you want to buy a headlamp for your next vacation? Be sure to compare brightness, weight, battery life, and ease of use.

Frequently asked questions about headlamps

How many lumens does a good camping headlamp have?

That depends on how you use it. For tasks around the tent, a lower brightness setting is often sufficient. For hiking, a headlamp with up to approximately 350 lumens can provide more range.

What is the advantage of a rechargeable headlamp?

A rechargeable headlamp works without disposable batteries. You can charge the built-in battery via USB or USB-C.

How does a headlamp with a motion sensor work?

In sensor mode, you turn the lamp on or off with a wave of your hand. This means you do not have to touch the control button every time.

Is a headlamp suitable for rain?

Models with an IPX4 rating are protected against rain and splashing water. They are not intended for use underwater.

Which is better: a headlamp or a flashlight?

A headlamp is useful when you want to keep both hands free. A flashlight is more flexible in how it can be directed. When camping, both types of lighting can complement each other well.