I bought a Safari 330 because it's large enough for multiple day tours, yet it packs down smaller than other boats in its size range. Plus, it weighs less too. A second reason I purchased the boat is because it's made from a material that is resistant to abrasion, aging and sunlight. In other words, it's built to last. I also liked the idea that it came with a waterproof backpack to carry it in. The boat is self-bailing. Which means if you do load it down with a lot of weight, you will notice some water on the floor of the boat. The idea of a self-bailing boat is to prevent a boat from becoming swamped with water when dealing with waves in white-water conditions. I don't use the boat for white water, yet I am still glad the boat has this feature. That way if I ever encounter a rogue wave, I will not have to worry about my boat filling up with water. Because, the water will drain automatically. Plus, I store all my gear in dry bags and one dry case for my really important stuff. So yes, I recommend a Safari 330 by Gumotex, to anyone looking for a high quality inflatable kayak.