Coleman Tents & Camping Equipment
Coleman has been a staple of NZ camping for decades — reliable, well-priced, and available everywhere. Their range at Dwights spans tents, camp kitchens, coolers, camp furniture, and lighting. If you're setting up a complete car camping kit and want gear that works without fuss, Coleman covers most of the bases.
Coleman's core strength is value. They're not a premium technical brand — but for car camping at DOC campsites and holiday parks, they don't need to be. Their tents waterproof well, their coolers hold temperature reliably, and their camp kitchens fold down compactly.
The Coleman Range at Dwights
- Instant Up tents: Pre-attached HUB frame pitches in under 3 minutes, fully seam-sealed WeatherTec construction. Available in 4–10 person sizes. See our Instant Up collection for the full range.
- Coolers & fridges: Coleman hard coolers are proven performers — ice retention up to 5 days on the better models. Available in sizes from personal day-use through to large family coolers.
- Camp kitchens & cooking: Camp stoves, camp kitchens with fold-out benchtops, cookware, and tableware for a complete outdoor kitchen setup.
- Camp furniture: Chairs, tables, and stretchers that fold compactly and hold up to regular use.
- Lighting & lanterns: Battery and rechargeable lanterns for campsite lighting.
Want to know more about Coleman? Read our Coleman NZ — Tents, Coolers & Camping Gear for the full story on the range, what to buy, and who it suits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Coleman a good brand for NZ camping?
Yes — Coleman is a solid, reliable choice for car camping and DOC campsite use. They're not the lightest or most technical gear on the market, but for families and casual campers who want reliable equipment at a fair price, Coleman delivers. Their tents handle NZ conditions well, their coolers perform as advertised, and the brand has a strong track record across decades of NZ camping.
What Coleman products does Dwights stock?
Dwights stocks Coleman's core camping range: Instant Up tents, hard coolers, camp kitchens, camp stoves, camp furniture (chairs and tables), and lighting. Browse the full range below or visit our Coleman Instant Up collection for the tent range specifically.
How long does a Coleman cooler keep ice?
Coleman's standard hard coolers retain ice for 3–5 days depending on conditions — ambient temperature, how often the lid is opened, and whether you pre-chill the cooler before packing. Start with a pre-chilled cooler, use block ice rather than cubed (slower to melt), and minimise lid openings. In hot NZ summer conditions, block ice in a standard Coleman cooler will last 3 days comfortably.
Are Coleman tents good in NZ rain?
Coleman Instant Up tents are fully seam-sealed with WeatherTec construction — welded floors and inverted seams throughout — making them one of the more waterproof options in the family tent category. For typical holiday park and DOC campsite use, they perform very well. Reproof the fly annually and always dry before storing to maintain performance long-term.
Why Buy Coleman from Dwights?
Dwights is an authorised Coleman dealer in New Zealand — genuine Coleman product backed by the manufacturer warranty. Coleman's Instant Up tent range and Xtreme coolers are NZ-stocked with fast delivery. We carry the core Coleman range for family camping, car camping and backyard use.