Booking requests responded to in under 12hrs, likely within 1hr daytime & evenings.Pickup: 3PM
Dropoff: 11AM (add on to extend)Mochila means backpack in Spanish. An upgrade from our backpacks when we were planning buying and converting a campervan whilst backpacking across South America in 2022.Fast forward a year and Mochila the 2009 converted van is ready with all the upgrades you need for your van life adventure!Follow backpack . to . basics (no spaces) on Instagram for more photos of Mochila’s adventures!Mochila used to be a work van so we’ve had no problem stealth camping on streets at night.Pets welcome, surcharge applicable. No pets on the bed please.What's includedAll included in the rental price:Driving experience:
- Ice cold AC & heating
- Bluetooth FM transmitter
- Magnetic phone holder
- All season mud & snow tires with heavy duty tread
- 2WD, not suitable for forest service roads or snowy/icy roads
- 4.6L engine with low KM (only 180k) and regular maintenance for reliability on your trip.
- Passed safety inspection & service Nov 2022, May 2023
- 110L / 32gal gas tankPower:
- New 110Ah Victron AGM battery with quick DC-DC charger from the engine & 100W of solar. Great for staying off grid for 2-3 days depending on use. 50% usable capacity. Recharge battery easily by driving the van.
- Victron battery monitor
- 1000W pure sine wave inverter
- 6 outlets (2 by the bed, 4 in the electrical cupboard)
- USB chargers (Micro USB, iPhone)
- 2 USBs by the bed
- 2 USBs in the front
- LED lights in the garage
- LED lights by the bed
- Reading light by the bedKitchen:
- 22L / 23 gal compressor fridge/freezer
- Full cookware set for 2 people (pots, pans, chef's knife, chopping board, spatula, wooden spoons, etc)
- Full dinnerware set for 2 people (plates, bowls, cups, cutlery, wine glasses, mugs, etc)
- Portable stove (including gas)
- Fire extinguisher
- 23L / 6 gal of fresh water
- Sink with faucet (tap)
- mirror
- Pepper & salt grinder
- French press & ground coffee
- Washing up liquid
- 2x tea towels
- Hand soap
- Citronella candle (mosquito repellant)
- 8L bin
- Trash bags
- Loveseat double camp chair, with wine glass holder & can holderLiving experience:
- Fully insulated with foam board & wood panel interior
- Full double width memory foam mattress (1.8m long, not recommended for > 6ft)
- Duvet, 2x pillows. 2x cushions. All linen included.
- 5kW diesel heater with 5L tank & 5L jerry can
- 2x carbon monoxide alarms
- Extra blankets
- Mini library with local travel & guide books, maps & leaflets
- First aid kit, bear spray
- Extensive storage space under the bed for all your bags
- Fan to stay cool in the summerOther:
- Parking pass for Grouse Mountain+ loads of extras, check out the add ons!RecommendationsSo many amazing spots to explore and go off grid. Some of our personal favourites; Vancouver Island, Whistler, Pemberton, Golden Ears, The Okanagan, Washington State.We have a Canada Parks Discovery pass & Washington State Discover pass - check out our add ons to save money for your visits!Follow backpack . to . basics (no spaces) on Instagram for more inspiration of where to take Mochila!Other things to notePets are welcome just please let us know in advance. Pet surcharge applicable. Only 2 small dogs or cats, or 1 big dog will be allowed during your stay.Please return the van with a full tank of gas (unless paying for the prepaid fuel charge).No smoking of any kind inside the vehicle. If we suspect that the riders smoked in the vehicle, we will deduct $300.00 from the security deposit.Festivals allowed, surcharge applicable.If the vehicle is returned without filling up the gas tank, we will deduct the amount required to fill the gas tank from the Security Deposit with a $50 surcharge.If the riders return the vehicle without cleaning the cookware, dinnerware set or other cooking add ins (if used), we will deduct $50.00 from the Security Deposit.
Booking requests responded to in under 12hrs, likely within 1hr daytime & evenings.Pickup: 3PM
Dropoff: 11AM (add on to extend)Mochila means backpack in Spanish. An upgrade from our backpacks when we were planning buying and converting a campervan whilst backpacking across South America in 2022.Fast forward a year and Mochila the 2009 converted van is ready with all the upgrades you need for your van life adventure!Follow backpack . to . basics (no spaces) on Instagram for more photos of Mochila’s adventures!Mochila used to be a work van so we’ve had no problem stealth camping on streets at night.Pets welcome, surcharge applicable. No pets on the bed please.What's includedAll included in the rental price:Driving experience:
- Ice cold AC & heating
- Bluetooth FM transmitter
- Magnetic phone holder
- All season mud & snow tires with heavy duty tread
- 2WD, not suitable for forest service roads or snowy/icy roads
- 4.6L engine with low KM (only 180k) and regular maintenance for reliability on your trip.
- Passed safety inspection & service Nov 2022, May 2023
- 110L / 32gal gas tankPower:
- New 110Ah Victron AGM battery with quick DC-DC charger from the engine & 100W of solar. Great for staying off grid for 2-3 days depending on use. 50% usable capacity. Recharge battery easily by driving the van.
- Victron battery monitor
- 1000W pure sine wave inverter
- 6 outlets (2 by the bed, 4 in the electrical cupboard)
- USB chargers (Micro USB, iPhone)
- 2 USBs by the bed
- 2 USBs in the front
- LED lights in the garage
- LED lights by the bed
- Reading light by the bedKitchen:
- 22L / 23 gal compressor fridge/freezer
- Full cookware set for 2 people (pots, pans, chef's knife, chopping board, spatula, wooden spoons, etc)
- Full dinnerware set for 2 people (plates, bowls, cups, cutlery, wine glasses, mugs, etc)
- Portable stove (including gas)
- Fire extinguisher
- 23L / 6 gal of fresh water
- Sink with faucet (tap)
- mirror
- Pepper & salt grinder
- French press & ground coffee
- Washing up liquid
- 2x tea towels
- Hand soap
- Citronella candle (mosquito repellant)
- 8L bin
- Trash bags
- Loveseat double camp chair, with wine glass holder & can holderLiving experience:
- Fully insulated with foam board & wood panel interior
- Full double width memory foam mattress (1.8m long, not recommended for > 6ft)
- Duvet, 2x pillows. 2x cushions. All linen included.
- 5kW diesel heater with 5L tank & 5L jerry can
- 2x carbon monoxide alarms
- Extra blankets
- Mini library with local travel & guide books, maps & leaflets
- First aid kit, bear spray
- Extensive storage space under the bed for all your bags
- Fan to stay cool in the summerOther:
- Parking pass for Grouse Mountain+ loads of extras, check out the add ons!RecommendationsSo many amazing spots to explore and go off grid. Some of our personal favourites; Vancouver Island, Whistler, Pemberton, Golden Ears, The Okanagan, Washington State.We have a Canada Parks Discovery pass & Washington State Discover pass - check out our add ons to save money for your visits!Follow backpack . to . basics (no spaces) on Instagram for more inspiration of where to take Mochila!Other things to notePets are welcome just please let us know in advance. Pet surcharge applicable. Only 2 small dogs or cats, or 1 big dog will be allowed during your stay.Please return the van with a full tank of gas (unless paying for the prepaid fuel charge).No smoking of any kind inside the vehicle. If we suspect that the riders smoked in the vehicle, we will deduct $300.00 from the security deposit.Festivals allowed, surcharge applicable.If the vehicle is returned without filling up the gas tank, we will deduct the amount required to fill the gas tank from the Security Deposit with a $50 surcharge.If the riders return the vehicle without cleaning the cookware, dinnerware set or other cooking add ins (if used), we will deduct $50.00 from the Security Deposit.