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    Kauai Camper Rental

    4.5 (42 reviews)
    InexpensiveRV Rental, Outdoor Gear
    Open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Nichole A.

    Where do I even start!!!! Absolutely amazing locally ran business! We have done two trips with Kauai camper van and love everything they do! Two years ago we had Ginger (white) and this year we had Patsy. I believe there is no better way to see al Kauai has to offer then in a camper van from Kauai Camper! Pack super light because the van has everything. We paid an extra $7 for the week for a French press for coffee... worth it!!! A hammock rental was also awesome! We had a small issue with our van one night and the owner came out right away to fix it. I truly can't say anything negative about this top notch company ! Best part of our one month trip touring all 4 islands! Mahalo Picture location: Kumu campground site 1

    Anahola Beach Park
    Spinor L.

    Just finishing up a week rental of "Patsy" and had an incredible journey with her all around the island. I highly recommend it to adventurous people who don't mind roughing it a bit - the freedom the Campervan gives you is worth it. It is reasonably priced and has everything you need for campervan camping. I'm going to offer some advice on how to make the best out of the rental because I had to learn the hard way but then I became a master at how to make the most of Patsy and we had a really awesome journey together. First of all - DO YOUR RESEARCH! Tripadvisor has a lot of good forums on camping in Kauai. I did not do this research and I was not really prepared and had to learn as I went along. MOST IMPORTANTLY: there are no county or state parks in Kauai that allow you to sleep overnight in your campervan. So even though you may get a permit to camp, you are not legally allowed to sleep overnight in the van - you have to set up a tent and sleep in that which seems like eating the purpose of having the van. The first night I stayed in Anahola Park I didn't realize this and I was nonchalant about getting up and out before the Ranger came around. He informed me that it is illegal to sleep in the campervan. Josh said that it was very rare for this to happen - lucky me! I drove to the other side of the island to Saltpond where I had a permit for five nights but when I got there it was so crowded and hot and a police officer told me it wasn't safe to camp! I freaked out on poor Josh saying I had nowhere to stay and was homeless! I think it was because I was traveling alone and I was still uptight just arriving here. Josh was super patient and kind and helped me make a reservation at the private Kumu Campground at Anahola where they let you sleep in your van. Kumu is a great spot to make base camp for exploring the north side of the island. I recommend booking campsites as early as possible as they get booked up. The sites near the ocean are the best. Be prepared for locals at the beach having parties and making noise - this is their home and we are guests. Noise never lasted long and I slept really well there. Donna the camp hostess is super friendly and helpful and the hot showers are a great treat! I met a few locals at the great Tiki Iniki bar in Princeville one of whom said he had to live in his car for a few months when he first moved to the island. He said the trick to sleeping in your car at beach parks is "In at 10, up by 5" meaning - don't set up your van like you are going to sleep in it until 10 pm when the Rangers have gone home and get up early so if they come by you can just say you just got there. People get up really early in Hawaii and go to the beach so this is totally reasonable. Many other people I met camping in cars or vans confirmed this strategy but quite frankly I stayed at the Pine Trees Beach Park in Hanalei for several days with no problem and that was awesome! I went to sleep at dusk and was up at dawn and slept really well. One night there was a lough party with awful music so I moved down the road to another park. You can't do that with a hotel room! The advantage of staying at a beach park is that the bathrooms never shut down and they are services every day and pretty clean. There are only cold outside showers and that gets a little old because its hard to get all the sand off but again, totally worth it. Warning about Haena - word is that when they open the road you have to get a reservation ahead of time TO PARK and they will enforce that strictly as they are trying to keep traffic to a low to help maintain restoration of the area after the flood. I would do extensive research into that before coming but that is definitely worth the homework. Be prepared for change! I met several other Kauai Campervan renters on my journey who also loved their Campervans but one couple had booked a stay in Koke'e State Park but fire closed it down. The good news is that it is easy to find a place to park and camp. If you can park near a park with a bathroom - that is all the better. Finally, I LOVED driving Patsy around - she is a GREAT beast - so much more better than driving a rental car. People think you are a local and flash you a shaka when you cruise by! if you are surfer you can pile the boards on the top. The only problem I had with Patsy is that the locks on the back door and sliding door where funky and it was frustrating at times when I couldn't get them to lock. I recommend that they replace the locks before the next renter takes her out for a journey. Last Word: Learn the history of this island nation and the culture of the indigenous Hawaiian people BEFORE coming here. Hawaii is an illegally occupied sovereign nation that was stolen from the Kingdom of Hawaii. Get some EAducation and tread lightly on the island paradise! Aloha will enrich your trip and your life! Aloha Aina! Hui ho! Mahalo Kauai Camper Rental!

    Ira W.

    This is by far the best way to experience Kauai! We had so much fun rolling around the island in our home-on-wheels (Kukui) for a week and didn't want to leave. The van was equipped with two beds, a stove, sink, and cooler, so we had everything we needed and never had to pack/unpack between our destinations since our rental vehicle doubled as a hotel room on wheels. We also loved how beautiful the van was (especially with the cool pop-top) for photos. It's hard to find these retro vans, especially in such good shape. Sarah and Josh were fantastic renters and gave us all the best tips for camping spots, markets (massive avocados!), snorkeling, and catching sunsets. We would highly recommend Kauai Camper Rental to anyone who wants to experience island life and vanlife all at the same time. We will definitely return!

    Jessica H.

    Our family just had a great time in Kauai traveling all over in "Ruby Tuesday!" Our family of 4 (2 parents/2 kids aged 7 and 9) fit great in the camper. We camped on the North, East, and South shores as well as hit the mountains for a couple of days at Koke'e State park! Josh and Sara were great to work with, super prompt, very communicative, and they take amazing care of their campers! We are travelers and have camped in just about any kind of camper and this was by far the easiest kind for take down/set up. The top pops up in seconds and you are are set with your airy van, when you want to move on, just pull it back in in a matter of seconds and you are back on the road. Thanks for such a great trip to the island!

    Ruby Tuesday @ Kumu Camp
    Summer S.

    My husband, our 4 month old baby, and myself just returned from a week exploring the island of Kauai in a van named Ruby Tuesday. It was wonderful! We loved having our vehicle and home all together. Made traveling with the baby easier too! The van ran really well albeit slow, but that wasn't a problem at all for cruising around. Josh and Sara were so friendly and helpful. They responded promptly when questions arose about the van. They also had great recommendations for what to do, where to camp, and restaurants. The van was well stocked with all you need for camping. We loved that this was an option for seeing Kauai and are grateful for Josh and Sara providing this opportunity!!!

    Nathaniel F.

    Had an epic adventure with our awesome Westy! They are stocked with everything you could possibly need. Josh and Sarah are super informative and helpful. Best way to see Kauai without question.

    Sunrise at Polihale State Beach, Kauai
    Tina B.

    Once again, Kauai Camper did not disappoint!! This was our families second time working with Cheryl and Bob for our visit. All of the equipment we rented was in excellent condition and they made sure we left for our campsite with everything we could possibly need. Cheryl even contacted me ahead of our trip letting us know there was a possible access road issue that may have interfered with our plans. We will continue to request their services for future trips. Thank you Kauai Camper!

    One of the most memorable experiences of my life. Josh and Sarah made our trip unforgettable. They gave us great tips on places to go and camp. There is a great log book in the van so we could share experiences from past renters and share for future renters. We are already looking at coming back.

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    We will definitely be coming back to Kauai and when we do, we will be renting from Cheryl and Bob again!

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    Kapaa Beach Shop

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    Super friendly folks! In and out quickly with a fiberglass skimboard that was in pretty good shape…read more Got a couple of days of riding for about $50... definitely a vacation highlight for me.

    Mike was a lifesaver and a total pleasure to deal with. It was my first time on the Garden Isle and…read moreI wasnt able to bring my bodyboard over from the mainland. All i brought with me were my swim fins and an extra bicep leash I had. I was looking for a legit bodyboard rental and the shops I had been to and/or the beach side rental shacks had boards that just werent up to par. I was down the road at Tamba buying tees and the guy there (thankfully) referred me to Kapaa Beach Shop when I asked if he knew of any places that had quality bodyboard rentals. He told me Mike at KBS rented Mike Stewart Science Bodyboards.... The look of shock on my face was probably photo worthy. I couldnt believe the type of place I had been looking for was just down the road. It was already my 2nd time in Kapaa by that point. Kapaa Beach Shop is on your right side along Kuhio Highway if you are coming from the Lihue area. It's right after Chicken in a Barrel BBQ. It has about 4 dedicated spaces out front in its gravel driveway. They rent everything from beach umbrellas, chairs, bicycles, diving and snorkeling gear... You name it. You need it for the beach, he has it. It was jamming with customers the both times I went there but Mike was gracious and helpful with all of us. I was able to rent a hybrid Mike Stewart Science bodyboard which I used at a few beaches on the island. It was great. Thick board with lots of float to it, making catching waves easier. It also came with a Gyroll bicep leash... It was like a setup I would gladly have every day back home. I'm thankful to Mike for the Aloha and just being super cool in providing a quality rental. We chatted it up a bit and you can tell he is legit and really knows his stuff. I HIGHLY recommend you go see Mike at Kapaa Beach Shop for all your beach rental needs. He is the man. Mahalos Mike! Shout out to Chaos the shop dog at KBS. Chee!

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