Trekkervans allowed us to travel the way we like, at our own pace! And Nate was up for everything that... read moreTrekkervans allowed us to travel the way we like, at our own pace! And Nate was up for everything that could make it more fluid and enjoyable. Many thanks ! read less

Highly recommend. We had a great week touring around California with Trekker Vans. The van was well kitted out with... read moreHighly recommend. We had a great week touring around California with Trekker Vans. The van was well kitted out with everything you need and Nate’s advise was really helpful. Thanks you Nate and Trekker Vans for the excellent service. read less

Nate was such a pleasure to work with. He went out of his way to make sure we were taken... read moreNate was such a pleasure to work with. He went out of his way to make sure we were taken care of. We loved the van so much we actually miss driving around in it now that we are back home. The layout and simplicity of everything in it was genius. Great company and experience, we’re already planning our next trip we can do in a trekker van. read less

Friendly, down to earth, interesting world traveler that started this business this year. Vans are clean and well engineered. I... read moreFriendly, down to earth, interesting world traveler that started this business this year. Vans are clean and well engineered. I took a group of 4 up to the Feather River in the Plumas National forest. I was the one that slept up top and enjoyed it quite a bit. It can be breezy to keep cool and the views are nice.

He hooks you up with much of your camping essential needs.

RVs are difficult to drive and huge. Not to mention gas mileage. This is an easy to drive, more energy efficient option. Highly recommended! read less

I have to give big props to Nate at Trekker Vans!  I believe he went above and beyond the norm... read moreI have to give big props to Nate at Trekker Vans!  I believe he went above and beyond the norm to make sure my friends, who were visiting from Georgia, had a great stay in California.  Within the first three hours of checking out the van, my friends had a major challenge and needed Nate's help.  Nate was there to save the day, even if it was after his business hours.

I was there when Nate received them and he was helpful in getting the paperwork completed and he personally showed them how to get the most out of their Trekker Van experience.  All my friends wanted to sleep in the tent on top of the van.  When my friends came back to town, they told me the bed above and below were warm and comfy.  

I want to also note that the van was clean, inside and out.  The van ran smoothly with no mechanical issues.  No funny smells or looks of wear and tear.  I thought the van was in pristine shape.  

My friends stayed in the Peninsula the first night and headed down south to Monterey, Santa Barbara, LA and back.  The pictures they showed me of camping in the van made me think that I needed to do this too!  The best picture they shared with me was the van parked overlooking a beach.  

I would highly recommend Nate and Trekker Vans.  There might be bigger van operations out there but you can't beat an owner who is passionate about his business, who cares for his clients, and who gives personal help/recommendations.  He is a traveler too! read less

Great experience renting through Trekker vans. The camper van we rented was very clean and the layout inside was very... read moreGreat experience renting through Trekker vans. The camper van we rented was very clean and the layout inside was very well thought out. Would definitely recommend this company for camper van rentals. Nate was exceptional to work with throughout the entire rental process. read less

Been meaning to write this review. Nate helped us out when our original rental (not Trekker) had mechanical issues. Literally... read moreBeen meaning to write this review. Nate helped us out when our original rental (not Trekker) had mechanical issues. Literally saved our trip! Thanks for a great experience from pick up to drop off. Highly recommended! read less

Best vans, campers, campervans, RVs, motorhomes (whatever you call them) to rent! Clean, well-maintained, quality vans for rent (hire) for... read moreBest vans, campers, campervans, RVs, motorhomes (whatever you call them) to rent! Clean, well-maintained, quality vans for rent (hire) for camping and/or road trips. read less

I want to start by saying that despite my penchant for weekend road trips, the only reason I have not... read moreI want to start by saying that despite my penchant for weekend road trips, the only reason I have not rented a weekend van before is because I don't want to drive a purple and green minivan or a 20 year old Ford van that looks like it was left on the wrong side of the tracks for 2 weeks and is covered with graffiti. (call me crazy) According to my research these were my options with the other van rental companies. I don't want to stick out like a sore thumb when I am driving (either recreationally or day-to-day).

Happy to say Trekker Vans "gets it". Their vans are clean, well equipped, and neutral in color! The owner, Nate, is awesome. He was helpful, and extremely knowledgeable. You can see that this is not just a professional endeavour for him but rather an outlet for his passion for exploration - something we shared which was nice.

Hopefully someday I will be able to have my own weekend warrior van but until that time, I will most certainly be coming back to Trekker Vans to blaze new trails and satisfy my wayward aspirations... read less

Immaculate, comfortable and nicely equipped rigs. Excellent and friendly customer service. Nate is passionate about his product and really cares... read moreImmaculate, comfortable and nicely equipped rigs. Excellent and friendly customer service. Nate is passionate about his product and really cares about his customers having a great experience. Highly recommend Trekker. read less

Trekker Vans is the best! The transformation from a plain Jane Ford Transit to a Trekker Van truly sets these... read moreTrekker Vans is the best! The transformation from a plain Jane Ford Transit to a Trekker Van truly sets these vans apart. We had a highly functional cleaning area, comfortable and spacious sleeping quarters, ample storage space, large refrigerator and a loaded camping kit. This “pick up and go” kit allowed us to cook breakfast, lunch and dinner for 8 days without packing a single camping tool (we flew in from Canada). The V6 allowed us to average ~ 18 mpg which helped save a lot on gas. Having a home on wheels made our road trip around Cali fantastic, and could not imagine doing it any other way. read less

Highly recommend. We had a great week touring around California with Trekker Vans. The van was well kitted out with... read moreHighly recommend. We had a great week touring around California with Trekker Vans. The van was well kitted out with everything you need and Nate’s advise was really helpful. Thanks you Nate and Trekker Vans for the excellent service. read less

Absolutely awesome! If you're even considering renting from Trekker Vans just book with them now! We used them for our... read moreAbsolutely awesome! If you're even considering renting from Trekker Vans just book with them now! We used them for our anniversary trip to California last month and couldn't have been happier. The Van was in excellent condition and spotlessly cleaned. It was so easy to drive, comfortable, and parking was a breeze. Even though we had places to stay on our trip and didn't sleep in the van it was the perfect vehicle to roam around with. It was so nice to pull up to one of California's many landmarks or beautiful overlooks and have a comfortable place to eat or lay down and relax. The founder of this place is great! He takes time to show you around the van and explain how everything works. It's great to deal with someone that really knows how to provide a truly amazing customer service experience. We will most certainly be recommending Trekker Vans to all our friends and family. We can't wait to come back and make this our normal vehicle rental when visiting California! Keep up the great work! read less

We took Nate's original creation to Yosemite for a family vacation and it was great! Our 9mos old baby came... read moreWe took Nate's original creation to Yosemite for a family vacation and it was great! Our 9mos old baby came along on the adventure so it was critical that the van had the manufacturer's second-row seats with the latch.
Nate was absolutely lovely and made us feel like family. I'd highly recommend Trekker Vans. read less

This is a really great camper van and comes packed with the essentials for sleeping, cookware, and folding chairs. Nate,... read moreThis is a really great camper van and comes packed with the essentials for sleeping, cookware, and folding chairs. Nate, the owner, also went out of his way to set us up with a last minute rental on his day off -- not to mention he provided us with an innovative sleeping option for our 8 month old son, which worked out pretty well. That was a serious concern of ours not knowing how/where he'd sleep with us in the van, but we're glad we decided to proceed with the trip (with Nate's recommended option) despite our uncertainty with the precious cargo. Nate also gave us some valuable pointers with campsite booking websites that were easy to use and much better than what we were previously using (painfully). On a side note, we had been considering a VW camper van for rent instead, but the reliability and modernness of the Trekker Van was the major selling point for us. read less

I recently inquired about a camper van with this company and was incredibly impressed by it's professionalism and affordability! I... read moreI recently inquired about a camper van with this company and was incredibly impressed by it's professionalism and affordability! I truly appreciate the prompt, detailed and transparent responses I received from Nate. Although they do not yet offer a one way drop off to where I needed to go, I will certainly contact this business the next time i'm wanting a camper in San Francisco! Thank you for a positive experience! read less

Great Ford Transit camper van (fairly new, clean, cozy, well built / had everything we needed and drove well) as... read moreGreat Ford Transit camper van (fairly new, clean, cozy, well built / had everything we needed and drove well) as well as a flawless, straightforward and super friendly service. Highly recommended. read less

We rented a campervan for one week to drive along the California coast. The vans are well-designed and clean, and... read moreWe rented a campervan for one week to drive along the California coast. The vans are well-designed and clean, and the rental comes with all the infrastructure you would need (chairs, stove, etc). The bed is super comfy and warm! I was a little scared because we've never done anything this adventurous, but the owner Nate helped answer all our questions to help us prepare. There's nothing more relaxing than sitting on the back bench with the doors open, reading a book and watching the waves! Definitely recommend Trekker Vans for a unique vacation adventure. read less

Trekker Vans is amazing! Nate was fantastic, so patient and incredibly helpful going through the rental and then demonstrating bits... read moreTrekker Vans is amazing! Nate was fantastic, so patient and incredibly helpful going through the rental and then demonstrating bits in the van. We were tired after travels and Nate helped us out lots.

The van was better than we expected. Came with everything we needed. If there was anything that wasn't in the kitchen gear all we had to do was ask. You can tell Trekker Vans has been put together by people that love camping and have years of experience doing it.

We travelled as a couple with a 1 year old. Baby seat worked well and sleeping was really easy. We would really recommend Trekker Vans. If/when we come this way again we will be renting another van for further adventures. read less

Highly recommend. We had a great week touring around California with Trekker Vans. The van was well kitted out with... read moreHighly recommend. We had a great week touring around California with Trekker Vans. The van was well kitted out with everything you need and Nate's advise was really helpful. Thanks you Nate and Trekker Vans for the excellent service. read less

We are a family of 4 and took out trekker to Ashland and loved it!! The rooftop tent was a... read moreWe are a family of 4 and took out trekker to Ashland and loved it!! The rooftop tent was a highlight and the benches, cushions and dining table are high quality and very easy to setup. Nate is an awesome, meticulous designer / host and gave us a very helpful orientation. Will definitely rent again! read less

We had the best time in our Trekker adventuring around California. The van was very cool and well designed for... read moreWe had the best time in our Trekker adventuring around California. The van was very cool and well designed for such adventures, and Nate took care of us so well from the point of booking all the way through to the handover at the end of our trip. Everything about our experience with Trekker Vans was top class and we will be using one again the next time we adventure around the US. read less

We were a New Yorker and Bostonian doing a 4-5 day road trip in California in April 2019. Based on... read moreWe were a New Yorker and Bostonian doing a 4-5 day road trip in California in April 2019. Based on our trip I can say that Trekker Vans is likely your best choice for quality, service, and value in the San Francisco area.  A few points we considered before renting which I can now verify:

#1 - Proximity to airport - if you are arriving / departing from SFO, keep in mind that other camper van rental options may add $100+ to your trip costs in Uber/Lyft and 3+ hours depending on location and traffic conditions.  Like mainstream rental car business', Trekker Vans is located close to the airport.

#2 - Van quality - the vans are new and well designed.  The owner Nate has personally designed and built out these Ford Transits and I can tell he doesn't let them off the lot with any mechanical issues.  Everything was in working order and we didn't experience any issues.  

#3 - Insurance - Trekker Vans uses Outdoorsy.com for RV insurance and I recommend you stick with their provided policy.  It offers extensive coverage and is reasonably priced.  By nature, I explored options for providing my own insurance binder through my home and car insurance provider and my credit cards.  Of all my cards (Chase Visa, Amex, Citi Mastercard) only Citi cards cover RV rental and it isn't a comprehensive policy.  The Outdoorsy policy provided by TrekkerVans proved to be the best option - I recommended that Nate add the pertinent policy details such as coverage limits and deductible to his website.

#4- Price/value - Trekker Vans is competitively priced and they include everything you need.  When considering your budget, keep in mind your travel costs to and from Trekker Vans, and your check bagged fees saved from not having to bring all the equipment with you.  We were also able to make one grocery stop and cook all of our meals with the included equipment and the surprisingly spacious drawer fridge.  We used three butane canisters (cooking every meal and making coffee) - two were included.  They cost $7 and I can tell you for certain they don't sell this type in Yosemite Valley so maybe pick up an extra depending on the length of your trip and where you are staying.  

3 tips once you have chose Trekker vans:
1. As this is a recreational vehicle, we thought the standard for returned condition in terms of cleanliness would be different than a rental car.  The exterior was fine but the interior floor surfaces had loose dirt and sand from our boots and we were charged an additional cleaning fee.  Nate will recommend a couple locations where you can wash / vacuum out the car but our timing didn't allow for this.  Just keep that in mind when you return the Van - if it looks like it needs a good vacuum you're likely going to be charged.  

2. Nate has a supply room of miscellaneous extra equipment - read what is included in the van ahead of time so you can anticipate what additional items you might want from the supply room - thinking on our feet, we borrowed a chef's knife and a wok which we were very grateful for during our trip.  

3. Use Nate as a resource!  Nate was a warm and intelligent guy with a passion for the outdoors and adventure travel.  He's very knowledgeable and can answer any of your questions, make recommendations for your trip, and may even toss you a travel guide book if needed.  Aside from how much we enjoyed our trip (to Yosemite and Big Sur) we also were happy to have connected with Nate and we look forward to our next opportunity to rent a Trekker van from him. read less

If you are looking to rent a campervan I highly recommend using Trekker Vans. We had a great experience using... read moreIf you are looking to rent a campervan I highly recommend using Trekker Vans. We had a great experience using Trekker Vans for our week vacation driving around California to a bunch of state and national parks. Nate was very helpful and kind to us! Also these vans don't have a bunch of wacky graffiti all over them which I think is great. read less

Just returned from a wonderful weekend camping trip with a Trekker Van. The owner was incredibly helpful in working with... read moreJust returned from a wonderful weekend camping trip with a Trekker Van. The owner was incredibly helpful in working with our last-minute scheduling and knew the vans inside and out. Well designed, VERY clean, and relatively spacious vans. The easy-to-use camp stove, cookware, and camp chairs included were a major benefit. The return policy (clean van, full gas) required some coordination at the end of our trip but all in all I would strongly recommend this company. read less

We stayed 22 days with the van and drove 4300 miles in California and Oregon.
Nate´s attention since the first contact... read moreWe stayed 22 days with the van and drove 4300 miles in California and Oregon.
Nate´s attention since the first contact was very motivating for us to go ahead and try a different way of travelling in a foreign country. We felt assisted in all aspects, just spotless.
We had a brand new van, with an incredibly comfortable bed and enough supplies to do all the cooking we needed as a couple, including the refrigerator which seemed a little smalI at first sight. I felt living in the van gave us a great balance between having both flexibility and comfort for a longer stay,
The only suggestion would be to increase storage place and more devices to keep luggage in place when driving. But also we had an unnusual situation, since we were carrying all equipment for kitesurfing along, as well as the suitcases.
Can´t go wrong.
We would definitely come back and highly recommend TrekkerVans !
Gisele and Renato read less

Immaculate, comfortable and nicely equipped rigs. Excellent and friendly customer service. Nate is passionate about his product and really cares... read moreImmaculate, comfortable and nicely equipped rigs. Excellent and friendly customer service. Nate is passionate about his product and really cares about his customers having a great experience. Highly recommend Trekker. read less

Nate is the best guy for this; he's got awesome vans he designed himself, plus is close to the airport!

Rented van for a week to drive down Hwy 1, Sequoia Natl Park then Yosemite. Great trip for this... read moreRented van for a week to drive down Hwy 1, Sequoia Natl Park then Yosemite. Great trip for this family of 4. Highly recommend. Van was new and easy to drive. Van well equipped w bedding, camping chairs, portable light, cookware, portable stove, sink and refrigerator. Nate was extremely helpful, informative and easy to work with. Great communication about set up and needs. Thanks, Nate! read less

Nate was awesome the van was spotless and we (my wife, 7 month old and I) had a great time... read moreNate was awesome the van was spotless and we (my wife, 7 month old and I) had a great time in Kings Canyon, Sequoia, and Yosemite. Definitely recommend! read less

Great vehicle and great customer service. The van was new, clean, well-equipped, and easy to drive. It was perfect for... read moreGreat vehicle and great customer service. The van was new, clean, well-equipped, and easy to drive. It was perfect for a two-person campervan trip down and up California. Nate was very helpful before, during, and after the rental. Thanks, I look forward to a future trip! read less

Family of 4. Really appreciated our camping van rented at Trekker vans. The vans are well designed, fully equipped for... read moreFamily of 4. Really appreciated our camping van rented at Trekker vans. The vans are well designed, fully equipped for camping, clean and in excellent condition. It was perfect for our family camping trip and the kids really enjoyed it. Excellent service as well. Highly recommended. read less