Vander Outdoors
DC Area Campervan Rental
Vander Outdoors
DC Area Campervan Rental
Thoughtfully-equipped campervans designed for easy adventure. Elegant simplicity means less time spent setting up, and more time exploring. Pick from the campervans below and hit the road.
Browse our available models and find the setup that best fits your travel style.
Vander Outdoors makes the outdoors accessible to everyone.
Cascade Compact & Nimble
2 people
Appalachia Comfortable & Powerful
2 people
DMV Cruiser Spacious & Versatile
2-4 people
Schedule A demonstration before you reserve
Spend an hour with one of our rental experts. See the van in person, learn about the features firsthand, and ask our representative questions as they come up. Demo appointments are $50, which is credited in full toward your rental when you book within 12 months.
ready to hit the road?
Campervan Comparison
| Feature |
Cascade View Details |
Appalachia View Details |
DMV Cruiser View Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 2 | 2 | 2–4 |
| Base Price (per night) | $150 | $205 | $225 |
| Length | 16 ft | 17 ft | 17 ft 9 in |
| Fuel Economy (city/hwy) | 21 / 28 mpg | 12 / 18 (est) | 12 / 18 (est) |
| Toilet | (optional) | ✓ | (optional) |
| Heater | - | ✓ | ✓ |
| A/C | - | ✓ | - |
Check out our available add-on options to elevate your travel experience
RVs have their appeal and can offer a wide range of amenities and comforts. However, these additional capabilities come at the price of increased size and complexity. Our campervans are designed to be easy to drive and simple to operate. You won’t need a special license, and we walk you through all functions (kitchen, bed, storage, heat) before you leave.
Give the Gift of Adventure
Know someone who wants to take an epic road trip? Our gift cards never expire and can be used on any rental! Perfect for birthdays, graduations, holidays, or any occasion when you want to say "I care about you!"
Elevate Your Camping Experience
What our customers say about their experience
Alyssa Parlich
08:40 17 Oct 25
If you need a rental van this is DEFINITELY the place to go through!! Justin was SO informative and helpful throughout the whole process, and was extremely flexible with our drop off time at the end since we had a flight to catch and we were cutting it super close. My bestfriend and I rented the Appalachia for a music festival and it was nothing short of perfect. There was PLENTY of space for the 2 of us, the stove and toilet were the cherry on top, plus it had heat to keep us warm at night. Will absolutely be using vander again next time we come back thanks so much for everything!
Response from the owner 20:47 18 Oct 25
We are stoked to hear that you enjoyed the Appalachia at Seven Stars! It is a really great setup for festivals, with all of the basics covered in a compact and self-contained package. We hope to see again next year for pt 2!
Tara Butler
16:17 15 Oct 25
I had such a fantastic experience renting a sleeper van from this company! The communication was absolutely stellar — they were so patient, accommodating, and knowledgeable every step of the way. As a first-time sleeper van renter, I felt completely at ease thanks to their clear guidance and thorough walk-through of every amenity. They even worked around our hectic schedule to make sure we had the best experience possible.
The van itself was thoughtfully equipped — it truly felt like they had considered every little detail to make the trip comfortable and fun. The customer care was absolutely incredible all around. The van added so much positivity to our camping experience. I highly recommend!
The van itself was thoughtfully equipped — it truly felt like they had considered every little detail to make the trip comfortable and fun. The customer care was absolutely incredible all around. The van added so much positivity to our camping experience. I highly recommend!
Response from the owner 20:45 18 Oct 25
Thank you for choosing Vander and we are so glad to hear that the van met all of your expectations! We hope to see you again soon!
Lee Bissett
20:46 22 Aug 25
Vander was an excellent choice for my family's first RV camping experience. The DMV Cruiser had everything we needed for our trip, was clean and ready to go when we picked it up, and Justin made picking up and returning the van smooth and easy. Would highly recommend Vander to anyone looking for a camper van rental and I fully intend to use them again for our next camping road trip.
Response from the owner 20:49 18 Oct 25
We are glad that the van met your expectations and we definitely look forward to supporting the next camping trip!
Suzannah Scanlon
14:45 29 Jul 25
We had a great time taking the van camping at the beach! It came with everything so we had to pack much less than tent camping. All went well with pickup and drop off.
Response from the owner 22:40 14 Aug 25
It is great to hear that your beach trip went well with Blues Traveler! We enjoy tent camping as well, but sometimes it is nice to be able to pull in and pull out without all of the setup and tear down. Hope to see you again soon!
Jocasta Ryley
02:26 27 Jun 25
The van we rented was easy to drive and well equipped. Justin was helpful and paid attention to details which helped make our trip relaxing and fun.
Response from the owner 22:46 14 Aug 25
Glad to hear that the van was what you needed for your trip! Hope to see you again next time you come back!
Jennifer López
18:42 24 Jun 25
We rented with Vander Outdoors for a trip to Shenandoah National Park and it was great! The features were handy (water access, red lighting, fans, bedding, etc.), clean, and easy to use. Justin did a great job of explaining everything in the car prior to handing it off to us. He was super communicative as well and met at us at a convenient location for pick up/drop off. Would definitely rent from this company again!
Response from the owner 22:35 14 Aug 25
We are so glad that you had a good time on your trip and that the campervan and services met your expectations! We hope to see you again!
Life Gallery Studio
14:51 23 Jun 25
Had a great experience renting the Appalachia campervan from Vander Outdoors.
Response from the owner 22:51 14 Aug 25
It was great to see you again, and appreciate the great feedback on the new Appalachia. Look forward to supporting your next trip!
karljt36
20:24 19 Apr 25
Justin was great. Explained everything in detail. Fun trip in the van. Highly recommend.
Response from the owner 23:03 14 Aug 25
We are so glad that you enjoyed the trip. Thank you for taking the chance on a whole new van model, your experience and feedback is appreciated! Hope to support your next trip!
Elizabeth Samo
23:24 10 Mar 25
We had the honor of meeting Justin in person, and we can confidently say he is a true professional when it comes to business operations and promoting his services. It’s truly exciting to see a company on the East Coast that can meet even the highest expectations for camper van rentals. Moreover, we know firsthand that the rates are very affordable, and the units are always exceptionally clean. Highly recommended!
Response from the owner 20:13 27 Mar 25
Thank you so much for the kind words! it was a pleasure to meet you and please look us up next time you are in the area.
Juan Diego Infante
05:19 30 Nov 24
Great service! Everything worked perfectly and the cascade van had everything i was expecting it to have. The service was also really good and friendly
Response from the owner 23:09 14 Aug 25
So glad that we were able help get you on your way. Thanks for the feedback on our service!Tips & Recommendations
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Partners
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We want to put you on the road in The Right Camper, Every Time.