Perfect Gifts for Hikers under $50

Survival kits are just a perfect, coolest, and most practical gift for any occasion. There are kits that have been designed by survival experts and ensure that your loved ones have all they need when they go hiking, mountaineering, camping, fishing or hunting. You can choose the kit according to the components it includes, their quality, weight or design. There’s no mistake with this gift!

In most of the survival kits you can find flashlight, fire starter, multifunctional card, carabiner, knife, first-aid kits, sewing kit, a whistle, some have light sticks, shovels, axes.

You can find lightweight options, 0.9 lbs (0.4 kg), for $30 or some heavier kits, 3.4 lbs (1.5 kg) from $30 to $50 on Amazon.

Here’s the link for the 149pcs kit for $36.

And here’s the link for the lighter one, 14pcs kit for $31.

Gift your loved ones the ability to make spectacular nature or wildlife photos! This is possible with monocular telescopes. They are very light and easy to pack. You also get a tripod, so no risk of shaking or having blurry photos. The telescope is also ideal for observing nature, animals, stars. It will certainly give a whole new perspective to outdoor activities.

With limited deals or discounts, you can always find one on Amazon for up to $40.

There’s nothing better than lying in a hammock, above the ground and under the starry sky. You can gift your loved ones a unique sleeping experience. Hammocks are ideal for sleeping outdoor, as they are lightweight, easy to pack, easy to setup, very comfortable and additionally, they keep you off the ground, so, away from insects. At the same time, they are also very durable, some can hold the weight of two persons. Hammocks can also be used in the yard for relaxing.

You can find a hammock with rain cover for as low as $40 on Amazon.

One thing people often don’t buy on time when going camping – solar lanterns. People usually rely on flashlights, so you have a chance to gift them something they don’t have. This is a perfect gift for hikers!

These lanterns are very light and easy to carry. Nowadays they also can be charged via usb, when the sunlight is not that strong.

When not being used for hiking, they can also serve as a source of light on a balcony or indoor.

You can find it for $35 on Amazon.

Gift your loved ones a chance to relive the excitement they felt when they were kids first time playing with walkie talkies. And also help them when they are hiking in groups. People usually don’t buy walkie talkies unless they specifically need them, but they are very useful and can make a unique and cool gift for sure.

You can find a good pair of walkie talkies for as low as $26 on Amazon.

Flexible crampons are definitely a nice addition to someone’s hiking gear. They are especially useful for hiking in icy or snowy conditions, but they also prevent falls and help you move efficiently and confidently. A nice pair of easy to wear and remove crampons will definitely make a hiker happy and a hiking experience overall safer!

You can find a pair made of stainless steel for up to $20 on Amazon.

Also known as “space blanket”, as it was developed by NASA, these blankets can be a life-saving tool. They are very thin, lightweight, waterproof and durable. Additionally, they are also multi-purpose – besides keeping you warm, they can be used for sleeping, as a rain coat or as a camping tent tarp. As one side of the blanket is usually brightly colored, it can also be used to signal rescuers in case you get lost.

For a fancier option, you can get a 4-pack in the nicely looking zipper bags from $20- $25.

Or, you can buy a 12-pack for $13 on Amazon.