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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 lessBill9/09/2018Great 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
Christian11/25/2018Trekker 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 lessBen12/21/2017Family 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
Alexandre8/17/2019 -
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
Katelyn11/02/2019I picked Trekker Vans after much research. The draw was a newer van with higher ceilings that did not... read moreI picked Trekker Vans after much research. The draw was a newer van with higher ceilings that did not require me to worry about mechanical breakdowns as we headed down 101 to the Santa Barbara area and then traveled back up north for 8 days along the coast. The van drove well and was comfortable to drive and ride in.
Things to know; the van was very clean; the refrigerator kept everything cold; the bed and roof top tent are very comfortable; the linens are great; we stayed warm and the nights were probably mid 40"s; I wish we had a lantern for the evenings when we didn't have time for a fire (we had headlamps and a small light for the picnic table); the van lights shut down after about an hour of reading at night: pour over coffee make works great.
Would I do this again? Yes. Setting up our camp site became easier each night. People were friendly at the camp sites, and we shared our coffee with a few. read lessKathy2/26/2018Solid 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
Mathew12/05/2017We 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 lessBarbara2/15/2018 -
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
Chris7/08/2019Friendly, 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 lessBenjamin10/05/2017Nate 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
Alice11/18/2018The 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 lessfab8/25/2018 -
Van was clean and well equipped for camping. Nate was very responsive and easy to work with. Thanks for a... read moreVan was clean and well equipped for camping. Nate was very responsive and easy to work with. Thanks for a great trip. read less
Lisa8/25/2020Nate was incredibly gracious with his time and preparedness for us taking our 2 kids (both under 5 with car... read moreNate was incredibly gracious with his time and preparedness for us taking our 2 kids (both under 5 with car seats) on a 16 day road trip to Montana, including finding places to stop along the way and things to do. Already looking forward to next time!! read less
Matt7/22/2020Nate has put a ton of thought and effort into the build out of the vans. They are meticulously... read moreNate has put a ton of thought and effort into the build out of the vans. They are meticulously maintained. We are a family of 3, and we spent a very fun 6 days in Joshua Tree. We used the roof tent as well as the bed in the van and both were very comfortable. We will rent one again. Highly recommended! read less
Dan2/26/2020We 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 lessAngela5/07/2019 -
Nate was very helpful, reliable, organized and laid back. The van was clean, comfortable, roomy, and fuel efficient.
We would... read moreNate was very helpful, reliable, organized and laid back. The van was clean, comfortable, roomy, and fuel efficient.
We would recommend trekker vans to our friends and family. read lessKalen5/04/2019Been 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
Katelyn11/02/2019Great 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
Mario1/15/2018We 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
Monica8/22/2018 -
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 lessMatthew12/17/2017We 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 lessJacob5/14/2019Trekker 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
Derek8/17/2019we 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 lessClive5/02/2018 -
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
Scott8/14/2019Nate 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
Scott6/28/2018Immaculate, 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
Scott8/14/2019Super good rental camper. The camper is new and working perfectly. Even the host Nate is super friendly and would... read moreSuper good rental camper. The camper is new and working perfectly. Even the host Nate is super friendly and would help you with his experience in any situation if needed.
The "on boarding" process is also very detailed and he will explain everything to you.
The camper itself have anything you need for a longer adventure in California.
Only our Aux-In cable was defect right after the start. But a short break and BestBuy and we got also some music on the road.
I can highly recommend Nates Trekker Vans! read lessPablo9/24/2019 -
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
Patrick4/14/2018Our experience with Trekker Vans was outstanding and was the perfect option for getting our youngest off to college in... read moreOur experience with Trekker Vans was outstanding and was the perfect option for getting our youngest off to college in Denver, CO and a fun camping trip (Denver, Utah and Nevada) upon our return home. The Van was pristine and Nate could not have been more helpful and flexible. We highly recommend Trekker vans. read less
Ross9/14/2020We had a great time with this. The van ran really well, having an on board refridge was great,... read moreWe had a great time with this. The van ran really well, having an on board refridge was great, and pretty good stowage. We rented the version with the pop up tent on the roof, and that worked really well. Very comfortable for a family of 4, and very easy to drive and maneuver. read less
Jim1/11/2020We 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
Priya1/15/2018
NOW AVAILABLE IN SAN FRANCISCO AND LOS ANGELES
We are now renting vans from Los Angeles in addition to our San Francisco location! Trekker Vans can be picked up or dropped off in the Los Angeles area, conveniently close to LAX. We can accommodate one-way trips between San Francisco and Los Angeles or vice versa. Explore Southern California and the deserts of the American West in the comfort of a Trekker Van. Please call (415) 830-5660 for more details and availability.
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ABOUT TREKKER VANS
Whether you are interested in renting one of our campervans for an extended weekend adventure or a month-long exploration of the West, we will ensure you have all the equipment and answers you need for a memorable and amazing experience.
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We have a fleet of high-quality, immaculate vans waiting to take you on your next road trip!
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Schedule your trip with our online booking tool or give us a call at (877) 350-8267 (VANS).
EXPLORE TREKKER VANS
All Trekker Vans are engineered and assembled with the traveler in mind. Each van is fully equipped with all you need to cook your meals and sleep comfortably on the road. We give you the option to customize your seating and sleeping configurations on any of the vans in our fleet. You can also upgrade with more options to tailor your journey to your needs.