Why Van Rentals Are Perfect for Weekend Surfing and Beach Getaways

27 Sep-2024

A beach or surf weekend with friends is even better when everyone travels together — boards, coolers, and all. A rental van makes it easy. Here’s why it’s the perfect ride for a shore getaway.

Room for the gear

Surfboards, beach chairs, coolers, and bags all fit with the group in a spacious van — no strapping boards to a car roof or leaving gear behind.

Freedom to chase the good spots

With your own van, you can follow the best conditions and explore quieter beaches on your own schedule, instead of being tied to one spot or a transit timetable.

Great for the whole crew

One van keeps the whole group together for the trip — part of the fun is the ride out, and everyone arrives ready to hit the water.

Comfortable and safe

Comfortable seating, climate control, and (on our Sprinters) advanced safety features make the drive to the coast easy and relaxed, whether it’s a couple of hours or a longer haul.

Cost-effective for a getaway

Split one van across the group and a weekend trip stays affordable — one rental, one fuel bill, shared by everyone. And you can drive it anywhere across the USA and into Canada.

Which van should you pick?

For gear room on a budget, the 15-passenger Ford Transit; for extra comfort, the 15-passenger Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. Browse the full fleet.