Berghaus Adara 700XL Nightfall Family camping Tent Review

Thinking about buying the Berghaus Adhara 700XL Nightfall tent for your next camping trip? Then let us tell you about our experiences camping with it this year as a family of 4. Here’s our honest, no-fluff review, including what we loved, what we didn’t, and whether it’s worth your money.

Is The Berghaus Adhara The Best Family Tent for Under £500?

Our first impressions of this tent were that it’s one heck of a beast! We bought the Berghaus Adara 700XL Nightfall tent from Go Outdoors and brought it with us on a family camping trip in France, we even got it on an airplane. We did have to have an allowance for two suitcases as it weighs over 20kg – nevertheless, it was easily allowed on the airplane and its massive roller bag with compression straps and wheels made it brilliant for lugging around an airport like a suitcase.

The setup instructions are sewn into the bag, and the Fibreglass poles are colour-coded to help with pitching. Though, honestly, all of them are black and the same size except for the end one which has yellow stickers on.

Setup Tips for the Berghaus Adhara (Poled Version)

This is a traditional poled tunnel tent, and despite what air tent fans might say, we loved the structure and didn’t find it difficult to put up. It took us around 45 minutes the first time, including unpacking, threading poles, raising the tent, and pegging it down. However I imagine, with a little practice this will get quicker and quicker.

Some important setup tips:

• Start from the middle pole and work your way out. I didn’t know this was a thing with our previous tunnel tent, but the instructions say this is the best way to do it.

• Stick the pins on one side of the tent before moving to the other side.

• There are straps to get the tent taut once it’s in position

• Don’t get your whole family to help set it up. Too many cooks definitely spoil the broth.

• The porch floor seems like it doesn’t fit at first but it does with a little wriggling.

Watch the full setup + review on YouTube

Want to see the setup in action? Watch us pitch it (with toddlers!) and walk through all the features on our channel.

Size and Layout of the Berghaus Adhara 700XL

This tent is a great size.

Dimensions:

The dimensions of the roller bag are:

70 cm x 50 cm x 35 cm

When the tent is erected the dimensions are: 

205x320x630

It is a little smaller in width to our Skandika Gotland 5, but we didn’t notice much difference and it’s offset by having an extra inner inside. 

Living Space Dimensions:

210 x 320cm

Inner Dimensions:

210 x 300cm

Porch Dimensions:

210 x 320cm (note: slightly tapered)

Weight:

26.2kg

The inners:

The tent specifications suggest it can sleep up to 7 people however I would say it comfortably fits 5 people. 7 for me would seem like a bit of a push. We were a family of 4 and could comfortably sleep with the main inner – but there wouldn’t be space for anyone else with our Quechua Camp beds. Unless we got the children a set of bunk beds, which I actually want to get next.

The smaller, single inner can be used or stashed away if everyone is using the main inner. We decided to put it up, firstly to see what it’s like, and secondly to use as a sort of “walk in wardrobe”. It did take away a fair bit from our living space though, so I’m unsure if we would use it every time.

Front porch area

We loved having this space, something our last tent didn’t have. We used it for storing shoes, toys and as a change in location from our gazebo. We loved that it has a separate zip so it can be closed as a main door and used like a porch – though we mostly kept it open.

Side door and Front door

The Berghaus Adhara has bothe a front door and a side door (as well as the door on the porch). We loved the freedom of having different doors to enter and exit from and it also ensured we could get a good through breeze on really hot days.

Specifications Of The Berghaus Adhara700XL

Berghaus Adhara 700XL pros and cons

Features We Loved:

There are loads of things we love about this tent, here are a few of our favourites:

• Huge windows with adjustable covers
• Mosquito-proof mesh doors
• Loads of storage pockets throughout
• Hook points for lights & cables
• Zip flaps for running electric hookups
• A genuinely useable front porch
• High-quality build for the price
• Packs down into a wheeled bag
• Great value under £500
• Excellent blackout inner tents

What We Didn’t Love:

Just a couple of things to note

• The main door zip doesn’t go all the way to the top, which means little hands can open it from inside. We’d prefer the zip to meet at the peak for extra peace of mind.
• Not colour-coded poles (except for one). Was a little confused during the set-up.
• Heavy at 26.2kg
• Wouldn't say it fits 7 people comfortably. I would say 5 comfortably, 6 at a push.

Ventilation & Nightfall Blackout Tech: Is It Really That Good?

The Nightfall blackout fabric is a game changer. It honestly makes this one of the best blackout tents for families with young kids or light-sensitive sleepers.

Our toddler slept through sunrise for the first time ever. It’s properly dark inside, perfect if you’ve got early risers or light-sensitive sleepers. We camped through some hot summer days in France and the ventilation kept things breathable. If you’re wondering, ‘Is the Berghaus Adhara good for summer camping?’, the answer is definitely yes. With its mesh panels, windows and through-breeze doors, it handled the heat with no issues and no condensation.

How well does the Berghaus Adhara 700 Handle wind and rain?

One of the most important things we look for in a family tent is how well it handles unpredictable weather — especially when you’re camping with young kids. So, how waterproof is the Berghaus Adhara tent?

Honestly? It’s seriously impressive. With a 6000mm hydrostatic head rating and a fully sewn-in bathtub-style groundsheet, the Adhara 700XL stayed completely dry for us through multiple heavy storms in France. The waterproofing on this tent is far better than we expected for the price — and way above average for family tents under £500.

Wind-wise, the ProFlex fibreglass poles and tunnel design offer excellent stability. During one coastal trip, we experienced gusts strong enough to send our gazebo flapping — yet the Adhara held firm. No snapped poles, no collapsing sides, just the usual bit of flex you’d expect with any large poled tent.

It’s clearly been built with British weather in mind, and we felt confident using it abroad too. With storm straps, guy lines, and tensioning points all working together, it feels secure and well-anchored even when things get a bit wild.

So whether you’re pitching up in the Lake District or taking it to sunnier (but still storm-prone) European spots, the Adhara 700XL is a tent you can rely on to keep your family dry, protected, and comfortable — no matter what the skies throw at you.

Is The Berghaus Adhara Worth the Money?

We are very lucky that my dad actually bought this tent for us as a birthday present. However, knowing the price, would we have bought it ourselves? ABSOLUTELY!
Guys, this tent was like £400. It is so cheap – yet it doesn’t feel it. If you’re looking for affordable large tents for 4–5 people, this one absolutely delivers on both price and performance. Our last tent, the Skandika Gotland 5, you knew that was a cheap tent. Everything about it felt cheap. This tent however feels like a luxury tent, there’s know way it should cost this little. Whilst it’s a step up from budget tents but miles cheaper than the big-name air tents.

Where to Buy The Berghaus Adhara 700

Berghaus Adhara 700 Poled Version or Air Version, which should you choose?

Poled Version – Ideal If:

• You want a more budget-friendly tent under £500
• You don’t mind spending a bit more time on setup
• You’re looking for durability and a lower risk of punctures
• You like structure (literally!) and don’t trust inflatable tubes yet

Air Tent Version – Ideal If:

• You want faster pitching with less effort
• You’re camping alone or with very young children and need a quicker setup
• You prefer air beam tents for ease and don’t mind the extra cost

If you’re after affordable comfort, don’t mind a bit of elbow grease when pitching, and want a solid, spacious blackout tent under £500, the poled version is absolutely the way to go — and it’s the one we personally use and love.

But if setup speed is more important to you (especially if you’re camping solo or wrangling toddlers), the air tent may be worth the extra investment.

🛒 Shop both versions here:

• Buy the Berghaus Adara 700XL (Poled) from Go Outdoors
• Browse Air Tent Options on From Go Outdoors

Family Tested Review

“ We used this tent for almost a month in total during Summer and quite honestly it handled everything like a dream. We had wind storms, rainy days, beating sunshine and it survived it all without anything more than a wiggle. The Hydrostatic Head is 6000mm meaning it's a really waterproof tent, as proven from our few rainy days. Our children loved it, they did tell me at the end of last year they wanted a blue tent next, so they got their wish. So if you’re looking for a family camping tent under £500 that offers blackout bedrooms, tons of space, and practical features the Berghaus Adara 700XL Nightfall is a brilliant buy. “

FAMILY CAMPING EUROPE SCORE

10