Base Camp Adventure Rentals

Base Camp Adventure Rentals Vancouver Island family owned Westfalia Camper Van Rentals

3 easy Vancouver Island stops kids actually *lose their minds over* 👇🌲1. River floats on hot summer daysCold snacks. War...
06/06/2026

3 easy Vancouver Island stops kids actually *lose their minds over* 👇🌲

1. River floats on hot summer days
Cold snacks. Warm sun. Zero complaints for at least 45 minutes. Legendary parenting moment.

2. Beach stops that turn into “just five more minutes.”
Driftwood forts, tide pools, sandy toes, and rocks somehow become treasure.

3. Short hikes with big rewards
Waterfalls, giant trees, secret lookouts. Tiny legs + maximum adventure payoff.

That’s the magic of Island road trips.
You don’t need packed itineraries or perfect plans, just a van, some snacks, and room to wander a little slower.🚐

Save this for your future family adventure on Vancouver Island 🌊
https://basecampadv.com/adventure-route

Thinking about vanlife with kids?Good news: you do not need to be hardcore campers to pull this off.Most days look a lit...
06/03/2026

Thinking about vanlife with kids?
Good news: you do not need to be hardcore campers to pull this off.

Most days look a little like:
coffee in hand
toys everywhere
random beach stops
snacks every 14 minutes
and one very happy little co-pilot

The best part?
Everything moves slower out here.

No rushing. No packed schedules. Just fresh air, ocean stops, campfires, and the kind of memories kids actually remember.

And honestly… the pop-top usually becomes the greatest fort of all time.

Vancouver Island was basically made for family road trips.

Save this for your future family adventure 🌲
https://basecampadv.com/bookings

3 campsites. Ocean views. Zero bad mornings 🌊🚐If your ideal Vancouver Island trip includes beach campfires, waves in the...
06/02/2026

3 campsites. Ocean views. Zero bad mornings 🌊🚐

If your ideal Vancouver Island trip includes beach campfires, waves in the background, and waking up steps from the water… these spots are worth adding to the list.

Slow mornings hit different on the coast 🌲
https://basecampadv.com/adventure-route

This isn’t DIY vanlife.You’ve got the van, fully set up and ready to go.A proper kitchen setup so you can actually cook....
05/31/2026

This isn’t DIY vanlife.

You’ve got the van, fully set up and ready to go.
A proper kitchen setup so you can actually cook.
A route that makes sense.
A bed that’s ready when you are.
And support if you need it along the way.

No overthinking. No scrambling to figure things out.

Just a solid setup and a really good trip waiting!

✔ done for you
✔ stress-free
✔ actually enjoyable

Check availability for your dates. https://basecampadv.com/bookings

It’s not just the views.It’s how easy everything feels once you’re out there.No bouncing between hotels.No overplanning ...
05/28/2026

It’s not just the views.

It’s how easy everything feels once you’re out there.

No bouncing between hotels.
No overplanning or second-guessing.

Just waking up, heading out, and seeing where the day takes you.

See what it’s about → https://basecampadv.com/

We’ve been getting a few of the same questions this season, so figured we’d answer them here 👇Do the vans have fridges?Y...
05/26/2026

We’ve been getting a few of the same questions this season, so figured we’d answer them here 👇

Do the vans have fridges?
Yep. Both vans got proper fridges this year. Cold drinks, real food, no ice juggling.

Can you adjust check-in and check-out times?
If there’s another booking that day, we stick to set times so everything runs smoothly for everyone. We try to keep it consistent so no one’s waiting around.

Is there a safe place to leave your vehicle?
Yep, you’re good to leave it with us while you’re out on the road.

Can kids come along?
Of course. Bring the whole crew. We’ve even got car seats if you’re coming from out of town and don’t want to pack one.

Is there a km limit?
150 km per day. You can spread it out however you want across your trip.

Got more questions? Drop them below or send us a DM and we’ve got you 🚐🌲 Visit our FAQ page https://basecampadv.com/faqs

Quick heads up before summer…This happens every year.People wait…and then the good dates disappear.We’ve only got so man...
05/24/2026

Quick heads up before summer…

This happens every year.

People wait…
and then the good dates disappear.

We’ve only got so many vans, and summer tends to fill up faster than expected.

If it’s been on your mind, this is probably your sign to lock it in.

Grab your dates before they’re gone 🚐🌲 https://basecampadv.com/bookings

“Do I need vanlife experience?”Short answer… nope.We’ll walk you through everything before you head out. The van’s fully...
05/22/2026

“Do I need vanlife experience?”

Short answer… nope.

We’ll walk you through everything before you head out. The van’s fully set up, the route’s dialed, and you’ll know exactly what you’re doing before you hit the road.

You don’t need to be “outdoorsy” or have done this before.

You just need to show up and be ready for a good trip.

Got questions? Shoot us a DM!

Got 4–5 nights? Here’s a great way to run the Spirit Loop 👇Day 1Pick up the van in Mill Bay and head to Lake Cowichan. E...
05/22/2026

Got 4–5 nights? Here’s a great way to run the Spirit Loop 👇

Day 1
Pick up the van in Mill Bay and head to Lake Cowichan. Ease into it with a river float, a swim, and your first night by the lake.

Day 2
Make your way to Port Renfrew. Coastal hikes like Botanical Beach, big ocean energy, and that shift where the Island starts to feel a little wilder.

Day 3–4
Take it slow along the Juan de Fuca coast. Sombrio, China Beach, French Beach. Stop when it looks good, camp where it feels right, maybe a surf or a swim along the way.

Day 4–5
Wrap it up around Sooke and Goldstream. Hike the potholes, check out a few lookouts along the Malahat, and take your time heading back.

It’s only about 300km… but it feels like you went way farther than that.

Save this for your next trip!

You don’t need to be a “vanlife person” to do this.You don’t need experience.You don’t need to have it all figured out.Y...
05/19/2026

You don’t need to be a “vanlife person” to do this.

You don’t need experience.
You don’t need to have it all figured out.

You just need to want a better way to travel.

Something a little slower.
A little easier.
A little more “let’s just see where this goes.”

That’s kind of the whole point.

Send this to who you’d bring.

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Nanaimo, BC
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