The Smiling Van – 2023 Volkswagen California Ocean T6.1 - automatic

Our favorite bus is ready for you!

It fits in a standard parking space, drives with the agility of a passenger car, and yet has everything you need to stay away from home for weeks. Bed, kitchen, the coziest terrace, and panoramic views from the pop-up roof.

Our 2023 California Ocean T6.1 in brief:
automatic transmission — electric pop-up roof — four-wheel drive — adaptive cruise control — two double beds — leather and Alcantara seats — auxiliary heating — blackout blinds on all windows — swivel front seats and folding interior table — kitchen with 2 gas burners and sink — built-in outdoor table and 2 camping chairs — surprisingly ample storage space

We have already loaded everything you need for a comfortable adventure: 2 extra camping chairs, cooking utensils, crockery, gas bottle, power cable, hammock, outdoor mat, axe for chopping wood for the campfire, foldable water bottle, etc.

You can also bring a Porta Potti for €5/day (€30/week), ideal if you really want to go off-grid camping. And if you are the kind of person who immediately thinks "I want to get on it" at every lake, you can rent our SUP board, including hand pump and life vests (€20/day or €100/week).

When you come to pick up the van, we will take the time to calmly go through the entire vehicle with you. And if you run into a question along the way, the answer is probably already waiting in the digital guide we created, complete with instructional videos. Of course, we are also available to answer questions during your trip.

We are happy to include tips for our own favorite routes and campsites.
Let's go!