Your complete guide to finding, arriving at and making the most of your pitch — whether wild camping or on a site.
Emma will walk you through everything at handover, but here's a quick reminder of the key steps when you arrive at your pitch.
Choose level ground where possible — even a slight slope makes sleeping uncomfortable. Use the visual levelling bubble inside the van and small levelling ramps if needed.
The pop-top roof lifts easily from the inside. Always close it if rain is forecast or when leaving the van unattended. Make sure it clicks fully closed before driving.
The canopy pegs out in minutes and gives you a lovely sheltered outdoor space. Make sure it's secured properly in any wind — peg it down firmly and guy ropes help in gusts.
If your site has electric hookup, the cable is stored in the rear of the van. Connect the site end first, then the van end. Never connect the other way around.
The fresh water tank levels are shown inside the van. You will need to unlock this with the key provided. Top up water at site taps using fresh water.
Put the kettle on, take in the view and relax. You're exactly where you're supposed to be. The van has everything you need — the adventure is all yours.
Scotland offers a brilliant range of options from fully serviced sites to truly wild spots. Here's what to expect from each.
Scotland's Land Reform Act allows responsible wild camping almost anywhere. Both vans are fully off-grid capable so you're never dependent on a hookup.
Campsite pitches with access to toilets, showers and often electric hookup. Great when you want a proper wash and to restock on supplies.
Small, quiet sites licensed for up to 5 vans — often on farms or private land. They offer basic facilities but fantastic peace and quiet.
The vans include a mains hookup extension lead. Here's how to connect safely every time:
Check the site supply — Most UK sites are 16amp. The van is compatible with standard UK and European hookup points.
Uncoil the cable fully — Never use it coiled as this can cause overheating.
Connect site end first — Plug into the site bollard before connecting to the van. This is important for safety.
Connect to the van — The hookup socket is on the outside of the van. It clicks and locks into place.
Check the trip switch — Inside the van there is a consumer unit. Check it is in the ON position.
Disconnect van first — When leaving, always disconnect the van end before the site bollard end.
A little consideration goes a long way. Here's how to be a great campervan neighbour.
Most sites enforce quiet hours between 10pm and 7am. Keep music and voices low — sounds travel much further outdoors than you think.
Take all litter with you — including food waste. Never leave fire ash or grey water on the ground. Leave every pitch better than you found it.
Keep exterior lights and internal lighting considerate of neighbours, especially at night. Use a torch rather than the van's main exterior lighting late at night.
Even the friendliest dog should be kept on a lead on campsites. Not everyone is a dog lover and some campers may have allergies or fears.
Leave communal showers, toilets and washing up areas clean and tidy for the next person. A quick wipe down takes seconds and makes everyone's stay better.
Always check site rules before lighting a BBQ or campfire. Never leave a fire unattended and fully extinguish before leaving or sleeping.
Book your van and start planning. Scotland is waiting.