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

Solid place. Clean, high-quality and well-equipped vans. Nate is a consummate professional and has a real passion for exploration. Highly... read moreSolid place. Clean, high-quality and well-equipped vans. Nate is a consummate professional and has a real passion for exploration. Highly recommend this place. 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

The van was very comfortable. Everything is at the right place. The bed is huge and there is enough space... read moreThe van was very comfortable. Everything is at the right place. The bed is huge and there is enough space to store your stuff. The small sink was great, especially at the desert campsites.
But the best of all was the fridge and camping gear, which comes with the van.

The owner Nate was so nice and helpful. He explained everything and was allways reachable on his phone.

I can highly recommend to go on a road trip with a trekker van!!! read less

This was our first camping trip and the van was the perfect way to get into camping for us. ... read moreThis was our first camping trip and the van was the perfect way to get into camping for us. If you aren't into tent camping or not sure about doing that, the van is a great option. We drove about 1600 miles total in CA and OR - the van drives very easy and gets good mileage - about 17-18 mpg, with plenty of power. Nate supplies most everything you need and if you ask for something and he has it, he'll give it to you (he gave us a great knife to use for chopping and cutting). Nate was very flexible in pick up and drop off times to fit our flight and long drive back on the last day.
We got the roof top tent and used it the first night, but decided inside worked just fine for sleeping (and much easier if nature calls). For four people, you need it though. If you like to cook, add a second butane grill so you can have two going at once and for a longer trip you might need the extra butane cans. The grills are great - very fast and easy to operate and clean up. Nate takes the time to show you everything when you arrive - we had good weather, so we kept the table folded down.
The van layout is very convenient - the fridge holds more than you think and the pantry is a plus. We didn't use the water/sink much at all (except stashing paper towel rolls on top of the water tanks and as a fruit bowl) - we just filled water jugs at the campgrounds and washed dishes at the camp spigots. Bring a couple fast-dry towels for that. The passenger front seat swivels around, which is a great place to put stuff at night like flashlights and toiletries.
All in all, a great experience and great customer service. We'd do it again if we are out that way in the future. read less

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

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

Service was perfect. Nate gave us tons of extra info about hidden spots and local places located on our way... read moreService was perfect. Nate gave us tons of extra info about hidden spots and local places located on our way up to the Pacific Northwest. The van was well equipped and very reliable. We can only reccommend Trekker Vans. read less

Excellent experience with Trekker Vans.  Service was key.  Every detail was patiently explained.  The van was the talk of the... read moreExcellent experience with Trekker Vans.  Service was key.  Every detail was patiently explained.  The van was the talk of the campsite.  I will come back without hesitation. 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

We were looking for a nice inexpensive camper van for a family reunion. Our criterion was mostly cost, but we... read moreWe were looking for a nice inexpensive camper van for a family reunion. Our criterion was mostly cost, but we had to also sleep 2 adults and 2 kids. We weren't really concerned with a lot of cooking or bathrooms, os the Trekker Van fit our requirements perfectly.

The proprietor, Nate, bent over backwards to make sure the van was ready and that we had all the equipment we needed for a fun weekend. The van itself was new and drove perfectly. The camping furniture in the van served its purpose, and the bed pads were very comfortable. We also rented the pop top camper that goes on top and my kids loved sleeping up there.

The only caveats I have are that the side windows down't open, which can be a bit of a hassle on a hot evening. You can leave the back doors and front windows open for ventilation, if necessary. Also, the power sources don't stay on all the time, so if you're expecting to have power all night, you won't.

But the positives outweigh the negatives, and this is a very nice vehicle to take on a trip. read less

What an amazing experience! Everything was smooth and well thought-out, from the rental and return process to van design.... read moreWhat an amazing experience! Everything was smooth and well thought-out, from the rental and return process to van design. Lived out of one for over a week and had the best time ever. Would recommend to anyone even remotely considering a camper van. read less

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

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 place is awesome! The owner is a person to talk to if you have a question in any... read moreThis place is awesome! The owner is a person to talk to if you have a question in any travels . Why! He has been to so many challenging excursions and just that alone has motivated me to take more trips.

Nate has guided me in my hike to My Shasta! And a very great successful trip that was to never forget such a challenge him g in the snow! 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

We had a great time with our campervan for our solar eclipse trip! The van drove great, the interior is... read moreWe had a great time with our campervan for our solar eclipse trip! The van drove great, the interior is designed very well, and it was comfortable to sleep in. Nate was incredibly friendly and was kind enough to take us back to SFO at the end of our trip. Would recommend Trekker Vans to anyone! 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

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

we had great experience with a Trekker Van visiting the Sierras. The vans layout is well designed to make for... read morewe had great experience with a Trekker Van visiting the Sierras. The vans layout is well designed to make for a comfortable camp and the size of the vehicle lets you go where you want.
Nate was on hand when we needed some support. I locked the keys in the car out near kings Canyon. But was able to help out.
And most reasonably priced. read less

Awesome experience with Trekker vans to Coachella. Save us so much money and times. We are happy with our decision.... read moreAwesome experience with Trekker vans to Coachella. Save us so much money and times. We are happy with our decision. The camper is very new and equip with all he necessary items to survive for 4 days. We will definitely will go back to this company. Many thanks to Nate. He is awesome. 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

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

Trekker Vans is the best gem I have ever found. My girlfriend and I rented a van for a few... read moreTrekker Vans is the best gem I have ever found. My girlfriend and I rented a van for a few days on our first trip to the west coast, it was the best part of our trip. We went down to Santa Cruz, Big Sur, and headed back up to Sonoma before returning the van.

I was one of those people looking at Lost vans, Juicy vans, and Escape vans, until I stumbled upon Trekker accidentally. I was on the booking page of Escape vans but when I found Trekker I immediately called and started booking, best decision ever.

Before the we got the van, we had the warmest greeting by the owner. He is the kind of dude you meet and you feel like you want to be his friend. He gave us suggestions for our trip, gave us his personal cell incase we had issues, and even helped us with suggestions for the rest of our trip after we returned the van. The layout of the van was simple, efficient, and had everything we needed. It was also really clean and you could tell it was a really nice van. It was my first time driving a vehicle of this size, but it was so much easier to drive than I would've thought, and it still fit in regular sized parking spots. The bed is really comfortable and the comforter is so warm that you dont really want to get up. Making meals was easy with the kitchen set provided, and having some storage and fridge space for food was a great amenity in the van.

I have been dreaming of taking a camper van along the coast for years and Trekker vans empowered my trip to be better than I had imagined it would be. Returning the van was sad, I definitely want to return and use a Trekker Van again. 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

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

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

This is my second year in a row renting from Trekker van and I think this is a great option.... read moreThis is my second year in a row renting from Trekker van and I think this is a great option. I was camping in the desert, so the van was especially cool and comfortable to sleep in. I also felt safe from critters and some intense wind - really the best sleep I have ever got camping. Also, there is plenty of room for all the stuff that can make camping comfortable, like shade structures, chairs, little stove... so it's easy to pack up and go. read less

A really great vehicle, and Nate is a great guy. Family memories were made in the Redwoods National and... read moreA really great vehicle, and Nate is a great guy. Family memories were made in the Redwoods National and State Parks, on the coast and Monterey Bay. Rent your camper van from Trekker Vans, you won't regret it. read less

We enjoyed all aspects of our experience with Nate and Trekker Vans. Nate's enthusiasm was contagious. His communication was clear... read moreWe enjoyed all aspects of our experience with Nate and Trekker Vans. Nate's enthusiasm was contagious. His communication was clear and timely. Nate was knowledgable about the area of our trip and was able to give us some travel guidance.

We loved the van!!! Both driver and passenger were comfortable and confident on the road. We didn’t have any mechanical difficulties.

Nate’s design and the van’s amenities worked well for us. The extra battery gave us charging capabilities, a refrigerated drawer and evening lights. The van was set up nicely with curtains for sleeping privacy, a great little butane cooking stove for morning coffee, and a swivel passenger seat to create a living space.

It was excellent to carry our bed with us. We just drove from one beautiful campground to another, exploring the natural areas, and crawling into our bed when the sun went down. So simple.

Even though I give Trekker Vans and our experience with Nate’s camper van a rating of 5 stars, I have to mention one area that needs to be improved. Nate, please design some sort of ventilation system for our next trip!

Thanks, Barbara and Bob read less

Excellent experience with Trekker Vans.  Service was key.  Every detail was patiently explained.  The van was the talk of the... read moreExcellent experience with Trekker Vans.  Service was key.  Every detail was patiently explained.  The van was the talk of the campsite.  I will come back without hesitation. 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