Discover Bigtent Direct & Bigtent Explore

Introduction: Why We Created These Services

At Bigtent Outdoors, our mission has always been clear: to make outdoor life richer and more accessible. As passionate campers ourselves, we’ve seen countless innovative and reliable products rise to fame in Asia’s camping scene—gear that enhances every adventure but remains out of reach for many adventurers abroad. We created Bigtent Direct (BD) and Bigtent Explore (BE) as a solution, bridging that gap with a seamless international shipping system designed around the needs of our community.

Curated by Campers, For Campers

Unlike generic proxy services, BD and BE are built on expertise. Every product offered is not just popular in Asia but also carefully re-curated by Bigtent experts who actively camp across North America. This means you can shop with confidence, knowing that each item has been handpicked for performance, durability, and real-world use.

Two Ways to Explore: BD vs BE

Both services connect you to the same trusted gear—but the path your order takes, the speed of delivery, and the way fees are handled are different. Here’s a quick look at how they compare:

 

Bigtent Direct (BD)

Bigtent Explore (BE)

Shipping Route

Direct air shipping from overseas hub to your door

Weekly consolidation → shipped to Bigtent Canada → delivered locally or cross-boarder

Shipping Fee

Tier-based system, far lower than standard proxy rates

Counts toward free-shipping threshold, standard local/cross-boarder shipping rates apply

Delivery Time

5–10 business days

10–20 business days

Duties & Taxes

If any, customer pays duties when receiving

Bigtent covers duties for Canada; others may apply at destination

Tracking

Tracking number once order leaves overseas hub

Tracking number once shipment leaves Bigtent Canada warehouse

➡️ Bigtent Direct (BD): Best for fast air delivery at unbeatable rates, perfect when you want gear on your doorstep quickly.

➡️ Bigtent Explore (BE): Ideal for adventurers shopping for products available exclusively through BE or looking to benefit from cost-efficient consolidated shipping. Orders are grouped and shipped via Bigtent Canada, with import duties covered for Canadian customers and reliable cross-border delivery available worldwide.

Conclusion: Our Promise to Adventurers

We believe that when there’s something better out there, more adventurers should be able to enjoy it. That’s the spirit behind BD and BE—a new way to bring the world’s most trusted camping gear closer to you, so your outdoor life can be even more fulfilling.