--- product_id: 186344522 title: "Instant Shader Dark Shelter XL Beach Tent 99\" Wide for 4-6 Person Sun Shelter UPF 50+ with Extended Zippered Porch Sky Blue" brand: "easthills outdoors" price: "VT42409" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/186344522-instant-shader-dark-shelter-xl-beach-tent-99-wide-4 store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # UPF 50+ Protection Spacious for 4-6 Patent-Pending Setup Instant Shader Dark Shelter XL Beach Tent 99" Wide for 4-6 Person Sun Shelter UPF 50+ with Extended Zippered Porch Sky Blue **Brand:** easthills outdoors **Price:** VT42409 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ–οΈ Your Beach Oasis Awaits! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Instant Shader Dark Shelter XL Beach Tent 99" Wide for 4-6 Person Sun Shelter UPF 50+ with Extended Zippered Porch Sky Blue by easthills outdoors - **How much does it cost?** VT42409 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/186344522-instant-shader-dark-shelter-xl-beach-tent-99-wide-4) ## Best For - easthills outdoors enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted easthills outdoors brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Breathe Easy:** Large mesh windows ensure airflow while keeping you shaded. - β€’ **Setup in a Snap:** Innovative opening mechanism for effortless assembly. - β€’ **Shade Like a Pro:** Experience 97.5% UVA/UVB block with Dark Shelter Technology. - β€’ **Room for Everyone:** Generous 99" W x 53" D x 57" H interior for family comfort. - β€’ **Versatile & Secure:** Zippered porch for privacy and overhead pocket for valuables. ## Overview The Easthills Outdoors Instant Shader Dark Shelter XL Beach Tent is a spacious, family-friendly sun shelter designed to provide maximum UV protection with its UPF 50+ rating. Featuring a patent-pending opening mechanism for easy setup, this tent includes large mesh windows for ventilation and a zippered porch for privacy, making it the perfect companion for beach outings. ## Description Full description not available ## Features - Dark Shelter Technology: Coated with Dark Shelter coating, this Instant Shader not only effectively blocks 97.5% of UVA and UVB rays (UPF 50+) but also eliminates 90% of direct sunlight for maximum sun protection. It creates an oasis on the beach for your whole family. - Family Size: Take shade and comfort wherever you go. With a super-spacious interior of 99" W x 53" D x 57" H and 53” front porch, even 4 adults can sit and lay down comfortably inside the tent. Enjoy as long as you like, and when it's time to go, the Instant Shader Silver Shelter packs down to 41" x 8.5" x 8.5". Toss it over your shoulder and easily load it into the trunk of your car without discomfort. - Patent-Pending Opening Machanism: End the frustration of putting up and taking down large beach tents. The Instant Shader's patent-pending opening mechanism allows to set up and disassemble with smooth movements. Create your family’s beach oasis in less time, with less strain. Winning! - Great Airflow: Some outdoor tents can get stuffy and humid on hot days. Not the Silver Shelter. Large mesh windows and double guyout points let you enjoy great ventilation and breezes, while staying shaded from the sun. - Versatile & Convenient: It's inevitable: long days at the beach will have surprise pop-ups. The Instant Shader's versatile design can handle them all. Zip up the front to change into dry clothes in privacy. Protect your tent from high winds with guylines. Store valuables in the overhead mesh pocket. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Frame Material | Aluminum | | Pole Material Type | Aluminum | | Material Type | Polyester | | Color | Dark Shelter - Sky Blue | | Coverage | UV protection, sun protection, weather protection, wind protection | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 99"L x 99"W x 57"H | | Item Weight | 8 Pounds | | Closure Type | Zipper | | Water Resistance Level | Waterproof | | Ultraviolet Light Protection | UPF 50+ sun protection, block 90% of direct sunlight. | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Easthills Outdoors - **Material:** Polyester - **Color:** Dark Shelter - Sky Blue - **Item Weight:** 8 Pounds - **Recommended Uses For Product:** Beach ## Images ![Instant Shader Dark Shelter XL Beach Tent 99" Wide for 4-6 Person Sun Shelter UPF 50+ with Extended Zippered Porch Sky Blue - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51xoFP0QDNL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Does a warranty come with this product ?** A: Yes, this product comes with a one year warranty. We worked closely with our manufacturers to address problems and practice continual improvement. Hope this helps. **Q: Is this a waterproof** A: Thanks for the question here. Our tent is water resistant but not waterproof. It would be ok in a shower but not a heavy storm. Hope this helps. **Q: Anyone own the silver and black interior. Does the silver reflect the light well and keep the tent cooler?** A: Yes it does keep it cooler compared to the other options **Q: Does it get hot in this, or does air move as good as a canopy?** A: This shelter has three-sided roll up windows for 360 degree views and efficient ventilation to prevent hot tent. Hope this helps. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Beach Tent, but not for taller beach chairs *by P***S on January 2, 2020* We purchased this for the beach mainly for sun protection in the brutal South Florida heat and where you can burn in less than 5 minutes. Reading other reviews we did take it out of the bag and assembled it at home first as a "dry run". The tent is very easy and quick to set up. I was able to do it myself and I am in my 40s. It was simple and easy to disassemble. I absolutely love that there are no parts to remove or install. Pull it up until it clicks and its open. Push down with your thumbs and it collapses easily. I do suggest you watch some YouTube videos to see how to collapse it though, they are very helpful. The material is lightweight yet durable. For sun protection it gets a 100%. I burn very easily and was able to spend 8 hours at the beach without any burning. I highly recommend this unit because it is one of the few that has 3 window panels and they are very much needed for air flow, otherwise it gets hot inside but that is typical for any tent style unit. Opening the windows allowed for a great air flow which kept us cool and not stuffy. We loved that we could hang our wireless speaker from the top so it did not take up any room. The side pockets surprisingly came in handy as well. I didn't think we would care about the "porch" which is the material that extends out the front. However we found it to be an amazing feature that let us expand our area and stretch our legs. On populated beaches this was amazing as it keep others at a safe distance where we did not have to fear someone setting up their chairs etc six inches in front of us. It created a nice personal space so to speak. We did use the included spikes on the sand. They were easy to use and come out easy when it was time to go. The better feature is the built in exterior Velcro pockets you can fill with sand to stabilize it and prevent wind gusts knocking it over. When packing up it was simple to undo the Velcro and dump out the sand. Now for the downside - which is more of things to keep in mind and not negative items per say. This is definitely built with standard beach chairs in mind which are 4 to 6 inches off the ground. If you have taller chairs and taller people you may have an issue. We brought three chairs and 3 people all about 5 foot 9 inches. The first standard Tommy Bahama beach chair that is 6 inches off the ground fit well and was comfortable to sit in. The second chair was a higher end teak beach lounger with leg rest that sits about 8 inches off the ground and that also had no issues. The third chair was considered a "tall" beach chair which sits 12 inches off the ground and that was an issue with height. This had our heads up against the ceiling of the unit and was uncomfortable. I point this out as taller beach chairs are gaining in popularity for those who either had bad knees or don't like to sit so close to the ground. The other thing to watch out for is how much stuff and people you have. Most of the pictures posted show only people sitting in chairs. But if you have a chairs and a cooler and beach bags for towels, food, etc. it does become somewhat cramped in there. For our needs this was great. Yes there are larger tent style options out there but they require more than one person to set up and they require a lot of weights to ensure it doesn't blow away. This serves the purpose of a light weight, easy to open & close beach cabana and stores away nicely without taking up a lot of room. We were approached a lot at the beach asking where we got it and we did refer this. We hope to use this often and should something happen to it I can say with confidence we would but it again. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ LOVE *by A***E on August 17, 2023* Only have used on the beach 2x so far but it is AMAZING. Works so well keeping us cool and very shaded. Assembly and dissemble is SO easy and convenient and it’s nice and compact, not too heavy to haul! I did feel it was easier as a 2 person job, as a short as I am (5’3), it was hard to pull it all the way up and tie it off at the tip top. We also found it difficult to be a 1 person job bc you have to maintain keeping the poles straight, stretching the the fabric out amidst the wind, whilst pulling it upwards to secure the top. I can’t complain about that though because the product is much worth it and the two of us together got it up and down in only minutes time each time. The material is a little uncomfy to sit on when sand/wet sand gets on it so in the future I’m gonna lay a blanket out inside of it. We hung my LO’s stroller fan from the ceiling and it was perfect. My SO doesn’t favor the beach much and this made the days alot more enjoyable for him! He is also 6’1 and has plenty of room. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to set up, use, and put away *by R***B on June 10, 2025* This tent is a big upgrade over the canopy that I used to have to fold flat. This thing is easy to pop up and put away. I love that the carrying bag isn't overly snug, as you can actually easily repack the tent. The sand bags with velcro straps are also super useful as those were sufficient to permit us not to need to use stakes on a calm day at Crystal Cove. ## Frequently Bought Together - Easthills Outdoors Instant Shader Dark Shelter XL Beach Tent 99" Wide for 4-6 Person Sun Shelter UPF 50+ with Extended Zippered Porch Sky Blue - WEKAPO Beach Blanket Sandproof, Extra Large Beach Mat, Big & Compact Sand Free Mat Quick Drying, Lightweight & Durable with 6 Stakes & 4 Corner Pockets - GOTDYA Extra Large Beach Bag, XL Mesh Tote with Zipper and Pockets Ideal for Your Family Beach Trip --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.vu/products/186344522-instant-shader-dark-shelter-xl-beach-tent-99-wide-4](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/186344522-instant-shader-dark-shelter-xl-beach-tent-99-wide-4) --- *Product available on Desertcart Vanuatu* *Store origin: VU* *Last updated: 2026-05-04*