Collection: Softside Luggage & Backpacks Kenya

Shop softside luggage and backpacks in Kenya at Red Rhino for holidays, work, school and mixed-mode travel. This collection includes flexible travel cases, backpacks, laptop bags and soft carrying options from American Tourister, Skybags and other brands.

Why choose softside luggage?

Soft luggage can offer flexible packing, external pockets and easier compression into storage spaces. It can also be useful for trips where rigid luggage is inconvenient or restricted.

Soft luggage for safari and light-aircraft travel

Some safari and domestic aviation operators require soft bags and impose lower total baggage allowances. If your trip includes a bush flight, read our Kenya safari flight luggage guide before choosing a bag.

Backpacks for school, work and travel

Browse backpacks & laptop bags for commuting, university and travel, or school backpacks for student-focused options. Skybags models are also covered in our Skybags Kenya guide.

What to compare in softside luggage

• Fabric construction
• External dimensions
• Weight
• Wheel configuration where present
• Outer pockets
• Expansion
• Interior organisation
• Shoulder straps and carry handles for backpacks

Softside vs hard-shell

Hard-shell luggage provides more structure; softside luggage provides more flexibility. Read the hard-shell vs softside guide and compare the hard-shell collection.

Care tips

Follow the care label, spot-clean where appropriate and dry fabric bags completely before storage. Do not assume every soft bag is machine washable or waterproof.

Frequently asked questions

Is soft luggage better for safari?

Some safari airlines require soft bags, so it can be the better choice for those routes. Check the operator.

Can soft luggage be used for international flights?

Yes, provided it meets the airline’s dimension and weight rules.

Are backpacks part of softside luggage?

Backpacks are soft carrying bags and are included here alongside soft travel cases and laptop bags.

Where can I buy soft travel bags in Kenya?

Red Rhino carries softside luggage and backpacks with Nairobi and nationwide delivery options.