Kiwi Camping Tuatara Pinnacle Rooftop Tent
KC077-089
| RRP: $3,999.00
Built tough for adventure, the Tuatara Pinnacle is a hardshell rooftop tent designed for New Zealand conditions. With its durable aluminium hardshell and effortless pop-up gas struts, you’ll be camp-ready in under a minute. The unique extender exo-hinge system lifts the rear of the lid as it opens, boosting airflow and making it easy to close-mount awnings. Suited to large SUVs, aluminium canopies, and bed racks, the Pinnacle is built for campers who want comfort, speed, and reliability on every trip.
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DETAILED FEATURES
Smart Structural Build
The extended exo-hinge increases interior headroom and airflow, while also creating exterior space for mounting awnings. The T-channel system adds versatility, letting you attach lights and accessories directly to the hardshell. With optional roof racks, the closed hardshell supports up to 250kg and 60kg when open — meaning you can leave bikes, boards, or other adventure gear on top while setting up camp, saving time and hassle every trip.
Adventure-Ready Features
From 2-in-1 window zips with mesh, privacy, or full-open options, to the extending porch pole, power-cord entry, ergonomic flat ladder, spacious shoe bags and tiered storage — everything is built to make camp life easy and hassle-free.
Comfort in Every Condition
A blackout fly reduces light and heat for cooler, darker sleep, while ventilation from the hinge system keeps air flowing. Wherever you park up, you’ll sleep better and wake up ready for the next adventure.
Built for NZ Weather
With a 10,000mm waterproof rating, fully seam-sealed and double-stitched fabrics, this tent is made to handle the toughest downpours. Integrated dimmable LED lights (cool white, warm white, and orange) with a 12V USB cord keep your camp well-lit in any conditions.
SPECIFICATIONS
Sleeps (Maximum):
3
Sleeps (Comfort):
2
Total Rooms:
1
Pitched Width (mm):
2400
Pitched Height (mm):
1300
Pitched Depth (mm):
2100
Packed Width:
1610
Packed Height:
300
Packed Depth:
1330
Weight:
105kg
Floor Area:
2.71m2
Sleeping Area:
50mm Memory Foam Mattress
Peak Internal Height:
1.16m
Waterhead Rating (Fly):
10,000mm
UV Rating:
UV 50+
Fly Material:
420D ripstop poly-oxford with Blackout PU coating
Inner Material:
280g ripstop polyester
Floor Material:
Honey Comb Aluminum Base 25mm
Frame Type:
Aluminum Hardshell With Extended Exo Hinge
Warranty
5 Years
Additional Items Included:
2.3m Adjustable Telescopic Ladder
REVIEWS
Kiwi Camping Tuatara Pinnacle Rooftop Tent
| 5 star | 100% | |
| 4 star | 0% | |
| 3 star | 0% | |
| 2 star | 0% | |
| 1 star | 0% |
I've had the Pinnacle for 4 months now and slept in it roughly 30 nights. I love how quick and easy it is to set up and take down with 1 person.
The internal headroom when riding out a rainstorm is great and comfortable enough for 2 people to play cards or watch a movie.
I set up the side windows from inside the tent easy as.
I recommend playing around with bungee tension and placement when taking down the tent to keep it from bulging out due to air pressure closing the lid.
Also I added another 30mm mattress for extra comfort.
The head vent was great for airflow and of all the days spent, I only got a bit of condensation 2 nights.
Side note: make sure your roof racks have a dynamic load range above 100kgs as the tent is heavy. I had to beef up mine to handle it.
The only downsides I've found: it's a bit taller than other hardshell tents when closed, so wind drag is real. Play around with tensions for the door side of the tent as sometimes I got a bit of pooling in heavy rain, although I never had any leaking.
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Product Sizing
Specifications
Sleeps (Maximum):
3
Sleeps (Comfort):
2
Total Rooms:
1
Pitched Width:
2400
Pitched Height:
1300
Pitched Depth:
2100
Packed Width
1610
Packed Height
300
Packed Depth
1330
Weight:
105kg
Floor Area:
2.71m2
Sleeping Area:
50mm Memory Foam Mattress
Peak Internal Height:
1.16m
Waterproofing:
10,000mm
UV Rating
UV 50+
Fly Material:
420D ripstop poly-oxford with Blackout PU coating
Inner Material:
280g ripstop polyester
Floor Material:
Honey Comb Aluminum Base 25mm
Frame Type:
Aluminum Hardshell With Extended Exo Hinge
Warranty:
5 Years
Items Included:
2.3m Adjustable Telescopic Ladder
Detailed FeaTUres
Smart Structural Build
The extended exo-hinge increases interior headroom and airflow, while also creating exterior space for mounting awnings. The T-channel system adds versatility, letting you attach lights and accessories directly to the hardshell. With optional roof racks, the closed hardshell supports up to 250kg and 60kg when open — meaning you can leave bikes, boards, or other adventure gear on top while setting up camp, saving time and hassle every trip.
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Adventure-Ready Features
From 2-in-1 window zips with mesh, privacy, or full-open options, to the extending porch pole, power-cord entry, ergonomic flat ladder, spacious shoe bags and tiered storage — everything is built to make camp life easy and hassle-free.
Comfort in Every Condition
A blackout fly reduces light and heat for cooler, darker sleep, while ventilation from the hinge system keeps air flowing. Wherever you park up, you’ll sleep better and wake up ready for the next adventure.
Built for NZ Weather
With a 10,000mm waterproof rating, fully seam-sealed and double-stitched fabrics, this tent is made to handle the toughest downpours. Integrated dimmable LED lights (cool white, warm white, and orange) with a 12V USB cord keep your camp well-lit in any conditions.
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Reviews
Kiwi Camping Tuatara Pinnacle Rooftop Tent
| 5 star | 100% | |
| 4 star | 0% | |
| 3 star | 0% | |
| 2 star | 0% | |
| 1 star | 0% |
I've had the Pinnacle for 4 months now and slept in it roughly 30 nights. I love how quick and easy it is to set up and take down with 1 person.
The internal headroom when riding out a rainstorm is great and comfortable enough for 2 people to play cards or watch a movie.
I set up the side windows from inside the tent easy as.
I recommend playing around with bungee tension and placement when taking down the tent to keep it from bulging out due to air pressure closing the lid.
Also I added another 30mm mattress for extra comfort.
The head vent was great for airflow and of all the days spent, I only got a bit of condensation 2 nights.
Side note: make sure your roof racks have a dynamic load range above 100kgs as the tent is heavy. I had to beef up mine to handle it.
The only downsides I've found: it's a bit taller than other hardshell tents when closed, so wind drag is real. Play around with tensions for the door side of the tent as sometimes I got a bit of pooling in heavy rain, although I never had any leaking.
