Love seeing the island and staying in different places. North Shore Vans were very helpful on van pickup and drop-off because both were after hours. read more

North Shore Vans - RV Rental Near Me

Great trip using North Shore Vans to camp at the beach campground near Hana and at Olowulu Campground. I recommend going with these folks! Definitely makes the drive out to Hana easier since you can stay out there a night in a remote part. read more

We have been to Maui before so this trip we were looking for something different to try, North Shore Vans made it possible to do more than we usually do. With the option to sleep at a campsite instead of have to go back to the hotel every night we got more surfing in and more hiking in than ever before! The vans comes with everything you need to make it the most comfortable "glamping" experience. Being a small business Chris, the owner, cares about all of his vans and keeps all of them in fantastic condition. He was also there to answer any questions we has right away, he even offers personal airport pick ups! We will definitely be back every time to rent a van from North Shore Vans when we are in Maui! read more

We can't recommend north shore vans enough! Renting a van and exploring Maui has opened our eyes to a different way to travel. We wish we could travel with this company everywhere we intend to "van life" it. They have put so much attention and detail into everything. The vans are fully equipped with everything you need, we couldn't ask for anything better. We stayed in "Betty" and she was perfect. We hope to see her again in the future! read more

Jason and Emily were the most delightful hosts imaginable. I can't overstate how helpful, uplifting, and supportive they were. We want to recommend this company to anyone going to Maui and definitely want to rent Coral again if we do anymore island hopping camping weekends. Coral was extremely clean, well-maintained, and obviously taken care of. She was perfect for everything we did from the treacherous Road to Hana to the gorgeous Haleakala Summit to shopping in Kihei. The bed was comfy, the supplies were well stocked for a short weekend trip, and having a cooler in the front was so perfect for us. We even got stuck in the mud at one point and Jason was in contact with us constantly to make sure we were safe and offered multiple options to help get us out. He even offered to make all the phone calls for us since our reception was spotty and we were having difficulty. There are so many ways these two went above and beyond from recommendations to a short orientation video and much more. Best business owners I've come into contact with in a long time! read more

Put shortly; renting a van from North Shore Vans was an unreal and allows you to experience the true Aloha that Maui provides! I am going to recommend this to all of my friends/family who enjoy traveling. For those who would like to know exactly what to expect, here is a longer summary of our trip.... I recently visited Maui with my girlfriend and during our stay we chose to rent 'Goldie' from North Shore Vans for 4 days / 3 nights at the beginning of our trip; we later finished the trip in Kihei at a friends house for a few days. Before going with North Shore Vans, I did quite a bit of research on them and some of the other companies doing similar things. I looked at some jeeps with tents, other overland-style rigs, VW westfalias, and for a second considered sleeping in a rental car. The reason I chose North Shore Vans is that was the perfect mix of comfort, reliability, and style. His vans run great and are very nice inside. It's the perfect mix of blending in with the local traffic and not bringing unwanted attention to yourself while having a larger setup. We had multiple people ask us for directions and compliment the van. The island can get rather windy and can rain at pretty much anytime, so being able to sleep in a solid and enclosed car with space to move about was great. The shop is located about 20 min from the airport and has a nice view over Kahului, we opted for the shuttle ride from the airport which ended up saving us at least $10 vs Uber (we would rather support local business anyway). The vans are very simple and come with everything you would need. We rented 'Goldie' and she came with full power and usb outlets, a sink, portable stove, silverware, paper towels, toilet paper, a few chairs, fan, cooler, map, and even an AUX cable so you can catch all the vibes along the way. Each van also has a large bed across the back with two big storage roll-out drawers underneath it for your luggage. The map was probably the most useful thing the van comes with. Chris made this custom map based off of his own local knowledge from living on the island and camping there for years. Since we were limited on time, he let us know what spots were a must see in order for us to maximize our adventures. The map has campsites, hiking trails, the best beaches, and more all labeled out. Also, many parts of the island I had poor cell service so the map was always there as a resource if needed. Really the only thing the van doesn't have that you would 'need' in order to survive is a toilet. I would rather not have to deal with having one in the van, and it was never an inconvenience because all of the campsites on the website and map have good facilities to use if needed, worst case there's always Walmart or a local shop if you really gotta go.. Our favorite spot we stayed the night was at the Kipahulu campground near mile 50 of the road to Hana. This place was beautiful, right next to the rugged shoreline with clean facilities and a great hiking trail from the campground. Kipahulu was where we spent New Year's Eve. The price of renting a van for a few days was cheaper then renting a car + a timeshare or room to sleep for the same amount of time. 'Ole Goldie allowed us to feel freedom and gave us plenty of time to see the whole island without the having to backtrack every day as well. It was cool to hear that he plans on getting a few more new vans to add to the lot; I look forward to watching his company grow in the future while retaining a great personal experience. Chris was very communicative, helpful, and professional throughout every aspect of our trip and even gave us a ride back to the airport too so that we could pickup our rental car which was super helpful. I would HIGHLY recommend renting a van from Chris at North Shore Vans for at least a few days during your travels if you are trying to have an adventure to remember. Thank you Chris for making our trip to Maui truly unforgettable! read more

We really enjoyed the whole experience with North Shore Vans. Chris was easy to communicate with, responsive when help was needed and everything went pretty smooth. Me and my friend Monica had a lot of fun to cruise around Maui for 7 days read more

Excellent "van life" experience! I highly recommend seeing Maui while staying in a camper. North Shore Vans provided us with everything we needed to have an awesome experience. Chris is great, responds immediately with any questions before and during our rental. The van was great, never had any trouble, and was super reliable. You can easily drive the Road to Hana in this van and I highly recommend camping out there too! You can't go wrong with North Shore Vans! read more

This trip was in June and it is now August and I am now receiving personal messages from Chris completely blaming me for the trip. I have every single email exchange between the two of us and not once did he converse about the van and he is now stating: "Back in June, all of my vehicles were booked when you called to request that I make an exception to our scheduling policy. You wanted me to fit your trip in between two other reservations without a lay-day before and after each booking. I made you aware of my reservations and explained that we have gap-days in place for potential maintenance issues. Regardless, you told me to proceed with the booking. As Murphy's law would have it, your van was damaged and deemed unsafe to drive the day before your trip was supposed to begin. I contacted you immediately explaining that I was sorry for the inconvenience, but given the short timeline I'd have to cancel your reservation. I provided a full refund and told you exactly where to quickly find another van because circumstances were otherwise out of my control." I have never called this man. I would never had forced a squeeze in booking. That feels unreliable. I would never ask for some exception. Especially since at the time I booked in May there were plenty of options. He never made me aware of any of this and I am concerned and exhausted that this would even come up now. The only messages we exchanged were about where to pick up the van. His lying and reaching out so much later is making me uneasy to have to be dealing with this later. When even the feedback from local van owners was that this business might not be giving the best customer service. The trip is all good, and in the past. Dredging this up now just to be argumentative when there isn't actually anything positive to come of it shows his lack of care for any customer service. read more

We booked 10 days in the Chevy van and it was incredible! We were able to stay all over the island and not worry about getting back to a hotel. The van was awesome and made us not stand out as "hipster tourists." So much so that while napping in the back at the beach an old man approached thinking I was a regular at the beach. Haha. The van was equipped with rope lights, charger cables, and storage for all our luggage which was basically a backpack and duffel bag. The cooler allowed us to hold refrigerated snacks since we ate out a lot, but when we were camping on the Hana side the cooler and camping gear was awesome. I am 6'1" and while I fit on the 6'2" bed it was just ever so slightly small and while I could sleep horizontally I did encroach on my 5'4" travel companion's side of the bed. Chris was awesome in dropping us off and picking us up from the airport. He also let us know we could contact him at any point during the trip if anything should arise. We camped in several campsites and in front of friends' houses and never felt lost or stranded, but super chill and relaxed the whole time. 10/10 would highly recommend if you don't mind not having a bathroom 24/7. read more

Loved the camper van experience! It was a wonderful way to see the island on our own terms. We slept great, especially with the ceiling fan and ventilation. The internal battery was amazing for powering small electronics. The map was very helpful for finding unique spots. Check-in and out was quick and simple. Chris was a great host! Highly recommend. read more

Our #VanLife experience with Chris and north shore vans was a great way to end the trip. For us, this was a first time experience. We are not big campers so I was a bit curious what this would be like. It was comfortable, fun, easy and a magnificent way to end our trip. The professional set up, local tips and awesome extras for comfort made sleeping in a van seem like a new kind of resort experience. I loved everything about this. Don't hesitate just book. read more

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I rented another van in Maui that was newer and more RV like and I have to say that the van that Chris built was by far the better choice. We had more fun driving around in that van than I thought we could. The van we got comes with a bunch of stuff that you may need, chairs, dishes, stove, and some other small things. It's also got tons of character which makes a huge difference in the experience. Next time we visit i'm pretty sure that we'll be renting from them again. If you want to live the the van life you should rent one too. read more

My wife and I rented a van from Chris for three nights in October 2019 (as did another couple we were traveling with). I will start by saying that my wife and I are city folk who live in downtown Chicago. We were very nervous about the experience as this was definitely outside our comfort zone, but the van/business Chris has built quickly put us at ease. First, the vans themselves were top notch. Goldie had recently been rebuilt and it showed. Our friends had Cherry, another new van, and they also had a fantastic experience. The van itself ran perfectly and not once was I nervous about the mechanics. Chris clearly knows what he's doing and puts time, effort, and pride into his business. As for the inside of the van, Chris thought of everything. From the rechargeable auxiliary battery (for lights, chargers, etc) to the dimmable rope lights, to the fan perfect for cooling off while sleeping, to the comfy foam mattress, to the 3 gallon fresh water sink...this van had it all. Not to mention, Chris provides a propane grill, all the utensils necessary for cooking, plus two camping chairs to boot. Finally, Chris covered loads of suggested spots to visit, clearly labeled out on a laminated map (in addition where NOT to travel!). Even though we had an itinerary of our top spots, the list itself was nice to have as a reference point (and looking back, you could just show up without an agenda and let Chris guide you!). Next, the van experience of travelling around Maui is incredible and allows you to save the time, effort, and money of looking for places to stay. As soon as you hit the road, you set the timetables. Your hotel on wheels provides flexibility and truly does make you feel independent and making the vacation your own. The road to Hana in a large van can be a bit tense, but as long as you take it easy, let the locals pass, and just enjoy yourself, it's more than manageable. Also, if coming back to Hana from Haleakala National Park, I recommend timing yourself to avoid the traffic. We were departing in the afternoon when loads of folks were incoming and this was the hardest part of the drive due to the tight roads and major traffic. My only suggestion/challenge for Chris would be to figure out some way to have a refrigerator in the van. The cooler definitely works but the constant need for ice can be tricky depending upon your location on the island and the timing of day (ie if it's late in the day and you have the opportunity to get more ice, do it!). Understandably a refrigerator uses a lot of energy, so this would definitely be difficult, but just something to think about. Overall, our experience with Chris and North Shore Vans was fantastic and made our Maui trip one for the ages. I personally had never been to Maui but had heard of all the fancy resorts and glitz/glamour. After visiting, I now realize there is much more to this island than the 1% ers and my wife and I can't wait to return. Chris' van experience helped show us the true beauty and uniqueness of the island and we thank him for that. read more

North Shore Vans facilitated one of the best vacations of my life. I was looking for a different vacation experience, and I got it. Chris was very responsive, and provided a seamless pick up and drop off (in fact, we were able to park the van in the airport parking lot for a nominal fee!). The Road To Hana is an absolute must, in fact - you could skip the rest of the island entirely - and the van rolled along swimmingly on those windy, wet roads. I can't say enough about North Shore Vans, and I will be booking my next trip in no time... Absolutely magical. Thanks Chris! read more

Experiencing Maui in a campervan is the way to go! Chris has done a fantastic job building out this beautiful yet functional van. I felt like that I hit the jackpot in choosing this for my rental. Thank you, Chris, for all care and detail you've put into making this a lovely temporary home for guests! (Also for all the excellent local tips!) read more

Chris is awesome and North Shore Vans was the best decision we made for Maui! Cherry was a super comfortable van, it was easy to drive and lovely to sleep in. Chris has a very useful map he will give you on arrival which really helped us make the most of our time. Chris is attentive and happy to provide information before/after you book, so feel free to email or call him to get whatever advice you need. This is a great way to do Maui as it allows you to see the whole island and sleep anywhere you like. My wife and I did this as part of our honeymoon and were extremely satisfied with our choice! read more