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Several companies will allow you to fit a bike rack to the campervan. Please note that bike racks may not be available for all makes and models and usually must be reserved in advance.
No, wild camping is not permitted in Canada. You may only sleep in a campervan at campgrounds. Spending the night at rest stops or car parks is strictly prohibited.
Canada has thousands of campgrounds, and these usually cost around $40–90 (Canadian dollars) per night.
An exception may be the local Walmart; campers in Canada may be able to spend a night in the store lot with permission from the store manager.
Generally, yes – many Canadian campervan companies will allow you to travel to the USA in your rental vehicle. Check the policy of your preferred supplier for details and terms.
You must comply with visa and customs requirements at all times.
Most campervan rental companies in Canada have vehicle options that allow child/baby seats and booster seats.
However, not all vehicles may be compatible with a child seat, and not all companies have seats available to rent. Please check features of the vehicle when booking.
All drivers must have a current and full driver’s licence to hire a vehicle. Foreign licences are acceptable if they are in English or French, or accompanied by an accredited translation. If your licence is in a language other than English or French, an International Driving Permit (IDP) is required.
Even if your licence is in English or French, if you plan to visit Canada for a longer period of time (3 months or more), you may be required to obtain an IDP as well. The rules vary between provinces, so make sure to check in advance and take note of local regulations.
Note: policies vary from supplier to supplier. Always check the T&Cs for your rental.
Best Time is an RV rental supplier based in Las Vegas with rental centres throughout the US. Best Time supplies only newer vehicles, with options from a Jeep all the way to a Class C Winnebago. Due to the fleet consisting of newer vehicles, they tend to come at a more premium price point.
Canadream is part of the Apollo group and one of the largest RV rental suppliers in Canada. Canadream has vehicles to suit groups of all sizes, from vans to motorhomes, that are fairly priced.
A large RV rental company, Cruise Canada (also Cruise America) is available in over 127 locations and has over 45 years’ experience in the camper rental industry. Cruise Canada specializes in Class C motorhomes for groups of 3 to 5.
One of the larger motorhome rental suppliers in Canada, Fraserway’s fleet of vehicles are all less than 2 years old and include RVs to suit groups of all sizes. Fraserway also brands itself as pet-friendly and offers a free shuttle service along with your rental.
Located in Banff National Park in the Canadian Rockies, Lake Louise is famous for its picturesque turquoise water and stunning scenery, including mountains and glaciers.
Lake Louise is a popular area for many outdoor activities, including skiing, hiking and kayaking as well as ice-skating in the winter
Situated along the banks of the Glenmore Reservoir, the park and the village comprise Canada’s largest living history museum and offer a look into the fur trading era, coming of the railroad, and early 20th-century life.
Over a hundred exhibits cover western Canadian history from 1860 to 1950, with many buildings moved to the site and decorated with authentic artefacts. Costumed staff and antique transport (automobiles and horse-drawn vehicles) complete your journey ‘back in time’.
Celebrating its 50th birthday in 2018, this 626-foot-tall futuristic tower offers a full 360-degree view over the city, the Rocky Mountains, and the Canadian prairies.
Originally titled the Husky Tower, this iconic urban monument was developed as a venture between Marathon Realty and Husky Oil, as a celebration of Canada’s centennial year and as an instrument to drive the urban renewal of the city’s core.
Spanning both British Columbia and Alberta, the Canadian Rockies are a series of mountain ranges that are home to many popular national parks.
Within the mountain ranges are lakes, waterfalls, snowy peaks and a diverse range of wildlife. The Rockies are popular for outdoor activities, with many hiking trails that show off some of the best natural scenery that Canada has to offer.
Located at the confluence of the Bow and Elbow Rivers, the original Fort Brisebois was established in 1875 by the North-West Mounted Police under federal order, to counteract whiskey traders in the area.
In 1874 the city purchased the site, which then opened to the public as a museum, that includes the ruins of the original stronghold, as well as a 2001 replica of the 1888 barracks, constructed with traditional methods and building materials.
An interpretive centre tells Calgary’s story from its days as a military fort to an early 20th century’s identity as an agriculture and oil boomtown.
The largest national park within the Rocky Mountains, Jasper spans 4200 square miles and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984.
Jasper National Park offers the opportunity to see beautiful scenery, including glaciers, springs, lakes, waterfalls and mountains, as well as a diverse range of wildlife.
Located within the southern part of the city, Canada’s second-largest urban park, Fish Creek, is provincially administered and contains a whopping 50 miles of trails.
Originally a cattle ranch, the park is today home to many species of native wildlife, including deer, coyotes, owls, beavers, and over 200 types of birds. During the summer months, manmade Sikome Lake is a popular swimming spot, while winter delivers ice falls and spring – carved caves, both accessed by an easy loop.
Established in 1966 by philanthropist Eric Lafferty Harvie, Glenbow Museum contains extensive contains history and art collections. There are 33,000 works of art from the 19th century to the present, with many relating to the northwest region of North America. A military collection is the most diverse in Western Canada, with 26,000 items.
