Big Island Bertha the Cozy Campervan

About this RV

Bertha is a newly-converted 2017 Ram Promaster 2500 camper van with a stunning interior for a cozy home-away-from-home experience. With brand new, high-end components and features, make your adventure around the Big Island meaningful during the day and restful at night. Check out more photos and video on IG at sun . salt . campervans Complete with a dreamy micro-foam full bed, ventilation fan, ceiling lights, electrical outlets, chest fridge (with a freezer component), portable stove, swivel seats and swivel table (so you can eat inside if it's raining), compostable toilet, foot pump sink (with a 6 gallon tank) and an manual foot pump outdoor shower to meet all your needs as you explore the road less traveled around the island. With tons of storage below the bed for suitcases, beach toys, and more, you’ll be able to pack in everything you need! What's included Bertha includes: fresh linens, towels, kitchenware and cookware (skillets, pots, bowls), coffee grinder and french press, basic spices, utensils, a can opener, wine opener, garlic press, grater, cooking spoons, as well as a portable camping stove and butane (can cook inside or outside), and an outdoor mat to help keep things clean. For additional charges, Bertha can include: Two camping/beach chairs Large beach umbrella Surf board Inflatable Paddle Board Two boogie boards Two floatation inner-tubes Some details you won’t see, but will benefit from include non-toxic havelock sheeps wool insulation to keep the van cooler longer, prevent moisture, and reduce noise from outside while you sleep. Recommendations They don’t call the island of Hawai’i “The Big Island” for nothing - it’s huge! Exploring via camper van is one of the best ways to see all the sites and avoid excessive driving (and costs) between your lodging and next adventure. If you’ve rented a camper van on the mainland before, you should know it’s a little different on the Big Island. It’s technically illegal to sleep in a vehicle in public spaces. I have put together a map of spots on the island where you could park overnight - secret spots, campgrounds that you will need to obtain a permit beforehand, and places to park in a pinch. My renters have had no issues with just a little bit of forethought and being mindful of where I park overnight. I give you everything you need to plan in advance (the more you prep, the better your stay will be!). Other things to note Pickup and Drop off: Pickup is after 4pm or later and dropped off by 10 am. Pets are welcome! If you can find a festival, you are welcome to take her there! No smoking Prohibited areas: Due to Bertha not having 4WD, you are not permitted to take her to Makalawena Beach, Green Sands Beach, Waipio Valley, or past the Visitor Center at Mauna Kea. You may hire local services to take you to these locations in a 4x4 vehicle. The van is equipped with a GPS that will alert us if she is in any of these locations, at which point you will be fined $1,000 in addition to the cost of any damage to the vehicle (which there undoubtedly will be, assuming you are even able to get the van back to the road, which you will not).

Specs

Year

2017

Make and model

Fiat Ducato Promaster

Sleeps

2

Beds

2

Seatbelts

2

Length

17.75 ft

Height

8.3 ft

Dry weight

8,900 lb

Gross weight

9,100 lb

Fresh water tank

6 gal

Fuel

Gas

Generator

Yes

Solar

Yes

Inverter

Yes

Power outlets

Yes

Amenities

Rules, fees and delivery

Pets

Allowed

Security deposit

$1,000

Cleaning fee

$126

Prep fee

$126

Setup fee

$126

Delivery

Not offered on the listing; pick up only

Pickup

Kailua-Kona, HI (2.1 mi from Kailua-Kona). The exact address comes from RVshare after you book.

Mileage, generator-hour and insurance charges, and the cancellation policy, aren't in the listing data we receive; RVshare shows them before you pay.

Reviews

• Emily j. · 4/5 · Aug 2024 · Outdoorsy

  Bri is lovely The van is great Thank you Bri

• Jesse F. · 5/5 · Apr 2024 · Outdoorsy

  We had the best time on Big Island thanks to Big Bertha and all of Bri’s recommendations!! What a perfect way to explore the island. My only complaint is that I wish we had her longer and had more time to explore. Thanks for such a wonderful experience!

• John C. · 5/5 · Jan 2024 · Outdoorsy

  Big Island Bertha was a pleasure to have as our mobile home for our first visit to the Big Island! She drives great, has plenty of amenities and features that made our stay on the island smooth and easy breezy. I think one of the biggest perks is having Bri to answer all your (7 Million in my case) questions about activities and locations. She was endlessly kind when I asked about everything from places to stay, to…

• Laura N. · 5/5 · Jul 2023 · Outdoorsy

  Bri was super kind and helpful with all the questions we had. The van worked great for us. The bed was very comfortable and the van was well stocked. We brought a couple of coolers which was helpful to avoid using the refrigerator all the time as it eats up quite a bit of energy. We were surprised by how well insulated the van is. We followed Bri’s advice to use the visor on the windshield whenever leaving the van…

• Beau · 5/5 · May 2023 · RVshare

  Bertha is quite the machine. She helped us explore the vastness of the Big Island with zero issues. We also got around 16mpg for the most part so very fuel efficient to boot. I highly recommend Bri who was a good host with clear communications with us. Thanks again!

• Cindy · 5/5 · Dec 2022 · RVshare

  Bri helped us prepare in countless ways. Emails. Tips. Campgrounds. Ethical travel. And responded efficiently and graciously to all our uncertainties given it was our first camp trip on the island. Big Bertha also took great care of us. What a beautiful way to live as a visitor and to honor this beautiful land and it’s people. Mahalo. We would do it all over again.

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