Practical guide (summer + winter)
The traps people don’t notice until day two
Camper pricing looks simple until you add the real drivers: mileage, season, heating fuel, winter packages, insurance exclusions, and pickup/return timing. The “cheap” option is often cheap only on paper.
1) Winter readiness is not a vibe
Ask what’s included: winter tyres, heating type, insulation level, water system limitations, battery capacity, and what the rental company expects you to do in freezing temperatures.
2) Mileage rules and “extras” pricing
Mileage caps can quietly inflate total cost. Also watch bedding, kitchen kits, generator, additional driver fees, and one-way returns. The total matters, not the day rate.
3) Pickup/return timing is part of the price
Limited pickup windows can force an extra hotel night or compress your route. If your plan is “arrive late, drive north immediately”, be realistic about what’s actually possible.
Make it simple
Use the checklist to compare offers consistently: winter package, mileage, insurance, pickup/return, extras.