Dometic Rarotonga DA 401 Air Driveaway Awning L/H 2024

Product Information

The Dometic Rarotonga Driveaway awning is the perfect addition to any camper van. Not only is there the option of different fabrics but you can also choose which way the awning faces in relation to your van. A Left Hand (LH) model is ideal for a standard VW van which has a sliding door on the passenger’s side of the vehicle meanwhile the Right Hand (RH) is more equipped for when the door is on the Driver’s side. This is because the awning will then face the same way as the van does so that you can look at the view rather than at your neighbour. The awning is available in the standard Polyester material, alternatively you can opt for the Breathable Polycotton fabric model. The 150D Polyester material is all about keeping it lighter in weight while retaining good quality, hence it is considered one of the best fabrics on the market.

As standard the Rarotonga DA comes with a 4-berth inner bedroom so that no one has to stay cramped up in the van. The living area is ample enough space for a table and a set of chairs and you can always remove the bedroom if you wish to increase your internal space. The front canopy offers you a space to shelter from the elements and naturally creates a great area to put your wet/muddy shoes. There is an option to buy an additional vestibule which allows you to seal in the front of the canopy and give you more flexibility on its use. A rear storage section at the back of the bedroom helps to declutter the rest of the awning and allow the inner tent to have a boxier feel for tall camp beds and airbeds alike.

The Rarotonga 401 DA is quick and easy to pitch thanks to its Multi Point Inflation frame: merely attach the awning to your van, pump it up and peg it out (as per our Pitching video on YouTube). Packing it away is just as simple, making it great for shorter trips as well as longer stays away. One of the things that is impressive about the Rarotonga is the level of spec that it has, whether it be the storm straps around the awning, the zip up curtains or the two doors on the tunnel section which allow you to access your van without going through the main body of the awning. Every main entrance on the awning also has a mesh door, so that you can increase the airflow into the awning without having bugs/insects in as well.

Dometic’s Rarotonga 401 Driveaway Awning combines space, comfort and ease of pitching meaning that it is a great additional base for you to truly enjoy your camping get away.

Technical Specification

Features

• Available in both a Left Hand & Right Version
• Weathershield™ 150D Polyester - Offering a high-quality 150D polyester flysheet with a massive 6000mm hydrostatic head
• Two Tunnel Doors to allows access to the van from any side
• Deep 225cm Box Style Bedroom - Perfect for large Camp Beds and Airbeds
• Secondary mesh doors on side doors
• Storm strap on the front and all guy-points
• Zipped inner divider - Offers greater privacy between inner bedrooms, rolls away when not required
• Metal Carabiner Lantern Hanging Points - Premium hanging points for lights
• Popper Cable Hanging Points - Easy to use and looks smarter
• New Bedroom low-level vents - Low-level vents enhance ventilation throughout the bedrooms
• Zipped privacy curtains - Simple and quick to use, zip curtains allow varying levels of opening
• 'Sleeptite inner tents' - Darker fabric reduces the amount of early morning light
• Rear Storage Section - Ideal for taking the clutter out of the way of day to day living
• Dometic Sabre Light Flex Compatible - Pre-stitched Velcro points of Sabre Flex Lights
• Oversized Inflatable Frame structure - Allows pole free pitching, ensuring your tent is erect within a matter of minutes
• All flysheet and groundsheet seams are factory taped - Provides watertight seal
• Fully Sewn-in Waterproof PE Groundsheet - Adds to the comfort of your tent by providing a bug and draught free environment
• Drop Down Entrances - Main doors have trip free access for push chairs and wheelchairs
• Wardrobe Pole Ready - Clips in the bedrooms for optional hanging pole
• Lightweight polyester bathtub-style groundsheet
• Open Front Canopy - With an additional zip for add-ons
• Full mesh inner door - Allows ventilation, whilst keeping bugs out
• Covered entrance - Gives a sheltered entrance to your tent, which prevents rain from dripping into the living area
• Double zip door - Provides additional flexibility by allowing the top of the door to be opened slightly for increased ventilation
• Bedroom pockets - Conveniently positioned pockets for storing your essentials
• Inner Tent Fitting - Creates a seamless connection between inner and flysheet
• Living Room Pockets - Conveniently positioned pockets for storing your essentials
• High Pressure Manual Pump Included
• Diamond Clear windows - Maximise light and visibility
• Tent Folding Line - Visible points to fold the tent away with ease
• Low and high ventilation points combine to create a comfortable flow of air through the tent, reducing condensation
• Inflation Point Popper Cover - Gives easy access for pitching and packing your tent
• Easypack holdall bag - Durable to take the effort out of packing your tent away