With only so much time to explore, don’t get bogged down setting up and packing up the campsite – grab an easy to pitch tent like the Safari 350 from Darche to making touring simple.
This tent is so easy to set up as it features an internal alloy trigger lock pole design. The Safari 350 is also relatively compact, which makes it easy to travel with. Made from Darche’s high quality, proofed, 260gsm polycotton ripstop canvas – you can rely on the Safari to shelter you from the elements. The 2000mm waterhead rating and sealed seams provide protection against rainy weather, and the heavy duty 320gsm PVC bucket floor will shield you from sodden ground.
In warm conditions, open up one of the three water shedding zip up gusset windows. Or if it looks like rain is on the cards, the three gusset vents will allow you to ventilate and prevent condensation build up. If you think you’ll want extra shade and wind protection, you can purchase zip on awnings walls separately. Or if you’d like more room inside the tent, you can get an optional alternative internal trigger lock A-frame.
Great for the small group or family on the go, the Darche Safari 350 Tent is a fast pitching choice to house you on your touring adventures.
Compact, easy to pitch and pack up
One easy to use internal alloy trigger lock pole
Alternative A-Frame available separately
Zip on awning walls available separately
3 zip up gusset windows and 3 gusset vents
Pocketed zippered power cord inlet
Internal gear pocket
Awning included
Two adjustable trigger lock alloy awning poles included
I've read that because the Safari tents are fully seam sealed, they don't require seasoning/weathering before use. Is that correct?
Seth - Perth, WA(2 years ago)
G'day Seth,
Technically yes, but we do recommend seasoning all canvas products as best practice, regardless of previous seam sealing or waterproofing treatments. This just ensures you're getting the absolute best performance out of your canvas gear.
Lauren - Snowys(2 years ago)
Door Zips1 answer
Hi, does the door have a standard double zip with fly screen and canvas layers? The photos appear to just have a fly screen door and then just with the external canvas awning/flap that zips down externally.
Andy - Blackburn, VIC(3 years ago)
G'day Andy,
The style of doorway you are talking about is most common with synthetic, double skinned tent options. The Safari has an individual mesh door, and an external canvas door that fully overlays the doorway to prevent any possibility for water ingress during a rainstorm. The external Canvas awning is an entirely different piece of canvas altogether, and whilst it is provided with the tent, it is optional whether or not you choose to use it. So ultimately the canvas door flap & the canvas awning are not the same things - if you take a closer look at the first image, you can see the doorway is rolled up & stowed, and can be closed at anytime separate to the awning. Hope that helps!
Lauren - Snowys(3 years ago)
Height at rear for a bunk?1 answer
I understand the walls are angled, but I see they are more vertical at the rear extension, just wandering what the height is back there as I may look at placing the disco or oztrail bunks crossways at the rear (still trying to squeeze my family into a quick pitch heavy duty toting tent!) thank you
Shaun - Berry, NSW(3 years ago)
G'day Shaun,
I've checked in with Darche on this one and the head height at the rear of the Safari 350, under the supporting pole, is around 135cm. Hope that helps!
Lauren - Snowys(3 years ago)
Small family 1 answer
I am looking at this tent for our small family of 3, we have an inflatable mattress that is L195x w127 and a travel cot that is 117x 79 are we going to fit
Brandon - Mernda (4 years ago)
G'day Brandon,
I can't guarantee it without physically trying it out, but based on the measurements and the info provided I don't think you'll have any trouble. The slope of the walls will obviously cut the space down as you go up, which will effect the porta cot, so I'd recommend grabbing the A Frame Kit to ensure you have enough functional space.
Lauren - Snowys(4 years ago)
Suitability for Family?1 answer
Hi, my family currently camps in a 2.5x2.5 awning tent and I wondering if we'll actually it in this due to the angularity of the walls. We use 2x 63cm Hiking pads 2x 53cm hiking pads. We have an infant in a small cot too - but since we all fit in a 2.5x2.5 awning tent I was wondering if the 3.5x2.5 Darche here would be suitable. We like the setup simplicity but are concerned about the space. Thanks you
shaun - Berry Mountain, NSW(4 years ago)
G'day Shaun,
The footprint of this tent is a little larger than your current set-up, however, due to the shape of the tent and slope of the walls you might find you end up with a little less overall space. You should all fit, based on the mat sizes you've indicated, however we'd recommend grabbing the A-frame Kit as well, as this will stop you having to work around the centre pole.
Leece - Snowys(4 years ago)
Fly screen1 answer
Would sand flies and midgies get thru? Is it no-see-um mesh?
Brendan - Vic(4 years ago)
G'day Brendan,
Darches doesn't specify that the fly mesh is sand fly / midgeproof, however it is a fairly fine mesh, and we've not had any reports of people having issues with them. We'd recommend taking some extra repellant just in case.
Leece - Snowys(4 years ago)
Snow1 answer
Are these tents good for snow also? Choosing between this or the darche nebula 1550
Koobie - 2065/NSW(4 years ago)
G'day Koobie,
We generally wouldn't recommend using the Safari 350 tent in snow as you'll end up with snow accumulation on the roof of the tent, especially in the rear extension section. The Nebula 1550 will be a slightly better option as there is less roof space to accumulate snowfall, and the fly will help to reduce condensation.
Leece - Snowys(4 years ago)
Pole position 1 answer
Hi, just wondering where abouts the internal pole is on the floor plan? It is obviously not in the middle of the tent and more to the front. Where does it stand from the front door in cm and from the back of the tent? Thanks
Rachel - Cooroy(4 years ago)
G'day Rachel,
The internal pole sits about 125cm inside the front door and approximately 210cm from the rear of the tent.
Leece - Snowys(4 years ago)
what season rating does this tent have1 answer
what is the season rating of the Darche Safari 350 touring tent
Paul - Boronia, VIC(4 years ago)
G'day Paul,
We'd classify the Safari 350 as a 3 season tent.
Leece - Snowys(4 years ago)
Air mattress1 answer
Will a Coleman double high queen air mattress fit or is the slope of the walls to steep to accommodate the height of the mattress.
Neville - Cottles Bridge(4 years ago)
G'day Neville,
We don't currently have a display model to try this out, but we think it should be ok, but you would need to use the A-frame kit (which removes the central pole) with the tent so that you have enough space once to fit the mattress.
Leece - Snowys(4 years ago)
Central pole?1 answer
Does the tent have a central internal pole? If so, does that mean you can't use a double mattress?
Phil - Apollo Bay(4 years ago)
G'day Phil,
Yes the Safari 350 has a central pole, so if you're wanting to use a double mattress we'd recommend also purchasing the A-frame Kit.
Leece - Snowys(4 years ago)
Canvas quality 1 answer
Could you please provide more information about the canvas quality. Is it comparable to the oztent canvas as the specs say it is 260gsm which is quite light for a traditional touring tent, or of a similar weight/cotten content to the rest of the darche line up/swags. Cheers
Emily - Caloundra (4 years ago)
G'day Emily,
The Darche Safari 350 is made from 260gsm canvas, Oztent use 8Oz canvas, which equates to around 270gsm. Swags tend to use a canvas with greater GSM than touring style tents, as a whole tent made from a 420gsm would be very heavy and bulky!
Leece - Snowys(4 years ago)
Supplied bag1 answer
Could you please tell me if the bag the tent comes in is durable/weather proof enough to withstand being left on the roof racks?
Trent - LITTLE MOUNTAIN(4 years ago)
G'day Trent,
The Tent comes in a coated polyester oxford bag which should help to protect it fairly well in transit, but we wouldn't recommend leaving it permanently on the roof.
Leece - Snowys(4 years ago)
Close windows from inside?1 answer
Is there a window flap on the inside so they can be closed without having to go outside to close them? So many brands cheap out and don't offer an internal flap. I mean cmon seriously who wants to get out of the tent to close the windows when you wake up at 2am freezing you're butt off
Batman - QLD(5 years ago)
G'day Batman,
You won't be able to close the external windows from the inside but the Safari 350 has external window gussets, so you can have the windows pegged out with the gusset flap open for airflow, and protection from the rain.
Leece - Snowys(5 years ago)
Darkroom?1 answer
Hi there, dark sleeping areas seem to be becoming very popular now. Just wondering how much light does the canvas block out when the windows and doors are closed?
Adam - Coogee(5 years ago)
G'day Adam,
In general, the canvas will block more light than nylon fabrics, however, they will block less light than a nylon tent with a darkroom style coating. If you've got the windows and doors closed it will be fairly dark inside the tent.
Leece - Snowys(5 years ago)
Setup and Packaway1 answer
A good touring tent needs to setup and packaway easily and quickly, even by 1 person. I would like to see this before I consider purchasing.
Adam - Coogee(5 years ago)
G'day Adam,
The Safari 350 is a great option for an easy set up and packaway by 1 person. Unfortunately we don't have a NSW location, however you might be able to see one in person at a local store.
Leece - Snowys(5 years ago)
Removable roof poles?1 answer
Hi, Are the poles in the roof removable like the Oztrail tourer tents? I am afraid it wont fit into the boot of a sedan otherwise.
Rakesh - Werrington(5 years ago)
G'day Rakesh,
I've just double-checked with Darche and you're not able to remove the square pole from the roof as it is stitched into the tent body itself. You might have to consider a different tent if you're needing to fit it in a sedan I think.
Leece - Snowys(5 years ago)
Air bed 1 answer
Hi would a double air bed fit between the main pole in the middle ?
Claudio - Smithfield (5 years ago)
G'day Claudio,
You can't fit a double airbed into the Safari 350 without the mattress touching the edges of the tent unless you set up the mattress sideways in the rear section (which will mean someone will always have to climb over the other). We'd recommend the A-Frame Kit to give you plenty of room with a double mattress.
Leece - Snowys(5 years ago)
Packed Size2 answers
Hi just wondering if the packed size includes the poles or do the poles come in a seperate pole bag. Thanks
Mark - Toowoomba(5 years ago)
G'day Mark,
The packed size of 90 x 90cm is just the tent itself folded into the square bag. The centre and rear poles will need to be packed separately.
Leece - Snowys(5 years ago)
Just to clarify this a little further. The pole bag will indeed fit into the 90cm x 90cm tent bag. However as Leece suggests, it's far better to keep them separate as it keeps the weight of both bags far more manageable. Especially if you're considering adding the A-frame kit as well.
Jules - Vic(5 years ago)
Awning and poles1 answer
Hi, does the awning, and poles come with this tent?
Sally Elliott - Carina Heights(6 years ago)
G'day Sally,
The Safari 350 is supplied with tow adjustable trigger lock awning poles and the main awning as pictured in the first image. You can purchase side panels for the front awnings separately.
Leece - Snowys(6 years ago)
Size1 answer
In the description it lists the floor space as 350L x 260W cm. In the photos it shows the dimensions as 350L x 210W cm. Which set of dimensions is correct?
Andrew - Perth(6 years ago)
G'day Andrew,
We've just double checked this with Darche and I can confirm that the floor space is 350L x260W cm, we'll amend our floor plan to reflect the correct dimensions.
Leece - Snowys(6 years ago)
Fly1 answer
Does Darche do a separate fly or does Snowys have a suitable fly arrangement?
Simon - Brisbane (6 years ago)
G'day Simon,
Darche doesn't make a fly for the Safari 350 as the Safari style tents are a single layer canvas tent and don't need a fly. If you'd like to take a separate fly then you could use the Oztrail Camper Fly but you might need some extra poles, pegs and guy ropes.
Leece - Snowys(6 years ago)
separate a frame kit1 answer
cost of separate a frame kit with darche 350 safari touring tent
kevin - fishermans reach 2441(6 years ago)
G'day Kevin,
You can grab an A-Frame Kit for the Darche Safari 350 Touring Tent here.
Ben - Snowys(6 years ago)
Poles and beach camping1 answer
Could you please comment on the suitability of these poles for beach camping? Namely are the hinges exposed and are the poles thick enough? Are the poles as thick as the Oztent poles or are they more like the Coleman instant tent poles?
Steven - 4055(7 years ago)
G'day Steven,
A majority of the poles in the Darche Safari 350 Touring Tent are internal and the outer poles don't have hinges as such. Darche makes these tents with nice thick poles, definitely more like the Oztent and than the instant up tent poles. I reckon you'll have no issues with using this down at the beach!