Santa Cruz Campervan Rentals
Min Age to Rent: 21
Sleeps: 2 in 1 Bed
Seats: 2
Locations: Los Angeles, San Francisco, Las Vegas ONLY
Daily Rate: based on season and rental length
Miles: 100 miles/day is additional mandatory charge/refunds provided for unused miles
Campervan Features
Ford Transit Connect (model year 2016, fit out 2019)
2.5 L V4 Cylinder engine with automatic transmission
Perfect for tent camping sites or free camping
Seats 2 adults
Sleeps 2 with one stay open double bed 119.38 cm (47") x 201.93 cm (79.5")
Electric Fridge powered by dual battery and solar panel
1 burner propane stove (propane available for purchase)
Sink with running water supplied by 3.5 Gallon Fresh Water tank
CD player with Aux input for iPod/mp3 player and AM/FM Stereo
A/C in the drivers cab and back of van (when motor is running)
Smoke Free
14.5ft long
Power steering and brakes, Front Wheel Drive, Cruise Control
Fuel consumption 8.7L/100km (27mpg)
Fuel tank size 16 gallons
Each campervan uniquely painted by a top local artist (500+ flavors to choose from)
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Price Includes
No hidden costs
Multiple drivers at no additional cost
24 hour roadside assistance/Free-phone helpline
Free Trip Ideas and Advice
Camping ground guide and regional maps
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Camper Pricing
Nightly rates decrease the longer you rent the campervan at the following intervals: 7 nights, 14 nights, 21 nights and 35 nights. The nightly rate includes minimum Liability Cover but not miles, sleeping kits or kitchen kits. Sales Tax is also extra.
Your total rental cost is the daily rate times the number of nights you are renting plus miles, optional extras, one-way fees, if applicable, and optional insurance. This sum is taxed at based on where you pick up the vehicle.
One Way Fees
One way drop off fees charged range between $150 and $350 (cross country) depending on your locations ($800-1000 in Canada). Minimum rental period is 7 nights for a one-way except for cross country which is 14 nights and between NY and Orlando or Chicago, it is 10 nights.
Mileage Packages
An estimated mileage charge is required for every rental. The estimated mileage charge and the per mile rate is specific to your van model.
Santa Cruz & Mavericks: the $30/day estimated mileage charge covers 100 miles per day, averaged over your trip. Excess miles are charged or unused miles are refunded at $0.30 cents per mile.
Big Sur: the $33/day estimated mileage charge covers 100 miles per day, averaged over your trip. Excess miles are charged or unused miles are refunded at $0.33 cents per mile. In Canada is it $45CAD/day for 150km per day, excess miles charged at $.30CAD.
At drop off, if you have driven less than the amount covered by your estimated mileage charge, you will be refunded at the corresponding mileage rate. At drop off, if you have driven more than the amount covered by the estimated mileage charge, you will be charged for excess miles at the rate that corresponds with your vehicle model.
Campervan Optional Extras
You can rent these optional extras and more: Bedding Kit for 2 ($40), Kitchen Kit for up to 5 ($40), Heating kit ($20), Propane canisters ($10), Picnic Chairs ($14), GPS $7/Day (Max $98), Picnic table $30; Car Seat or booster seat $30; 2 person tent $30, Solar shower $25. Awning $60, Snow chains $75.
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Camper and Liability Insurance Options
There are two types of insurance for your rental, campervan cover and liability cover as follows:
Campervan Cover
Covers damage to the campervan itself. You are responsible for the full value of any damage caused to the campervan without it. Camper cover cost ranges from $13-24.99/day, depending on pickup location, and lowers your excess from full value to $0 for accidental damage. In Canada, it ranges from $17-22CAD/day.
Liability Insurance
Protects you against 3rd party claims if you injure a person or damage someone else’s property. Basic Statutory limits (State minimum levels) for liability and property damage are included in your campervan daily rate. If your travel insurance does not include liability cover to US$1,000,000, you can purchase Supplementary liability Insurance (SLI) for an additional $13.99/day in the US. This covers third party property and public liability to US$1,000,000. In Canada, $1 Million liability coverage is included in the daily rate.
Full No Worries Insurance covers the campervan and third party liability up to $US1,000,000 and ranges from $26.99 to $38.98/day, depending on pickup location.
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Why Book with Bakpak Dave
Bakpak Dave is an authorized agent for Escape Campervans. Benefits include:
- "No Hidden Costs" Quotes provided
- No price mark ups - No booking fees
- Advice on best rental options for your road trip
- Bakpak Dave is based in Los Angeles with extensive travel knowledge
- Booking discounts and freebies when available
- Free Trip Idea E-books
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