9 Best Baby Carrier Backpacks For Hiking, Holidays And Travel

LittleLife Freedom S4

This baby carrier backpack is perfect for the great outdoors! This is a robust baby carrier hiking backpack. The ergonomic seat and head support is brilliant for babies, and the padding makes life for both parent and child a lot more comfortable. The adjustable fit is easy to adapt for both men and women so it's easy to take turns on those family trips out. We also love how practical it is, it comes with a sun shade to protect from your baby from the sun, as well as foot stirrups and a rear view mirror.

ClevrPlus Cross Country Child Carrier‍

Backpack baby carriers can look a little bulky and this is certainly one of them. However, if you're just planning on using it occasionally or on short walks, it's certainly worth looking at for the price. Parents also find this baby carrier light to carry around whilst also appreciating the amount of storage and handy pockets for water bottles and nappies.

Thule Sapling Elite‍

Some baby carriers are difficult to adjust as parents take turns to carry their child - but we think this one has solved that problem. It's quick and easy to adjust for adults of different heights, and it's so comfortable that some parents are happy to use it every day. Importantly, not only is it comfortable for parents, it is designed with your child's comfort in mind too. It is one of the pricier baby carriers around, but we think it's worth it if you're planning to use it frequently.

LittleLife Adventurer S2 Child Carrier

When you're carrying a small human around, you don't want a needlessly heavy backpack weighing you down even further. This baby backpack is brilliant for lightweight travel, and weight is distributed evenly so it shouldn't strain your back. Parents also love the adjustable back system, which makes it very easy to switch between adults if desired.

Deuter Kid Comfort Active SL

This baby carrier backpack is specifically designed to be worn by women. Mums find that the torso length, padded hip belt and back system is perfect, making it amazingly comfortable. That's not to say, however, it can't be used by men as they too find it very comfortable to use. It's one of the lighter models around and the mesh inserts keep it well-ventilated for your baby or child.

Vaude Shuttle Comfort‍

This is one of the heavier backpacks but it's also one of the most durable, so serious hikers should definitely consider it. Parents on the small side find this baby carrier backpack the comfiest thanks to its back length adjuster, and the hip belt is also very comfortable for women in particular. There is also plenty of storage which makes it ideal for longer walking trails.

Osprey Poco‍

This baby and child carrier is sturdy (and a little heavy) but also very comfortable. Parents particularly like the padded hip belt and the cushioning on the shoulder straps. The Osprey Poco is also brilliant for all weathers, which is ideal for long, unpredictable hikes; it includes a UPF 50 sunshade and detachable rain cover. They really have thought of everything; this baby carrier even comes with a washable drool pad for any little dribbles or spit-ups.

LuvdBaby Premium Baby Backpack Carrier‍

If you want a mid-range backpack ideal for all weathers, then it's worth considering new kid on the block LuvdBaby. It includes both a rain cover and mesh sunshade, and parents have reported that babies frequently fall asleep because they're so comfortable, now that sounds like our kind of hike! It also includes a changing pad for those mid-walk stop offs making it practical as well as comfortable.

Montis Runner One‍

This is a good option for those who love hiking. The design is supportive for both parent and child, and the aluminium frame makes it one of the sturdier options. We particularly like the 10L seat storage pouch and netted compartment, making it a great buy if you need to carry things around as well. This model cannot be beat on storage.

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