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Über Nikolaus Pelka

Thanks for your interest in our campervan Balou! We are Annette and Niko, the owners of Balou. Over the years, we have rented campervans in many countries and continents for wonderful vacations, including a couple times here to explore the natural beauty of California. In early 2022, on a trip to Joshua Tree NP, we were -aside from the incredible landscape and vegetation- so intrigued by the VanCraft conversion of the Sprinter van we had rented, that we pretty much on the spot decided to purchase our own van from the company. By then we had moved to San Francisco and were (and are) eager to get to know the West Coast better. We have made so many great trips and experiences renting vans that it also was clear from the get-go that we wanted other people to enjoy our van and the incredibly diversity of this region! Hope you decide to take your trip in Balou, but it any case, have a great adventure! Annette & Niko

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Erinnerungen, die während Reisen mit dem Freizeitmobil von Nikolaus Pelka entstanden sind


Jeffrey M.

5November 2024

Beyond our expectations. Absolutely the best!

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Katherine V.

5Oktober 2024

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Unforgettable Camper Van Experience with Incredible Hosts!

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Peter R.

5September 2024

We had a great weekend trip in Balou. Comfortable bed, space for our puppy, all the items you really need, and easy pick up and drop off. We will definitely be renting again.

Kristian C.

5September 2024

Nikolaus was a fantastic host, very thorough in our initial walkthrough and accommodating (he met us at the BART station!). The van itself was amazing, Lots of little details that clearly had been thought through. Would highly recommend!

Lisa M.

5September 2024

A great van for a coastal California adventure.

Sahar A.

5September 2024

Balou was perfect. So comfortable. Niko has thought of most everything in terms of convenience and logistics. I slept so well. It was never too cold or too hot. The battery was efficient. And it was easy to drive. Niko was great to work with. Thank you again!

Alden J.

5Juli 2024

N & A were amazing hosts and the van was perfect. It’s clear they put a ton of thought and work into the van, everything had a place, made sense and worked well. Great size for 2 people and 2 dogs. Shower, fridge, stove, bed, acceleration, suspension, everything was great. We spent 9 days on the road through CA and OR, van drives great on both highway and gravel roads. Would absolutely take this rig for another trip!

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Waring W.

5Juni 2024

Second time renting this van because we love it so much! It is so well stock and organized, everything is labeled and easy to use. The owners are so wonderful and responsive. Highly recommend.

Fred H.

5Juni 2024

Balou is a meticulously outfitted and organized van that was a perfect introduction for us van life newbies! Niko and Annette have thought of every detail in this van. Moreover, they were great to work with and understanding when we ran late due to extra traffic on our way home. Thanks for an amazing adventure and getting us even more excited to build our own van some day!

Eric K.

5November 2023

10 out of 10 experience. Balou was absolutely perfect for my girlfriend and I. Drives like a car, comfortable seating and bed, kitchen is a great size, outdoor shower was our favorite part. All around awesome time, will definitely be renting Balou again.

Mikael N.

5November 2023

Kayla K.

5Oktober 2023


We had a lovely time camping with Balou! The van came equipped with everything that one might need. Niko and Annette took the time to walk us through the camper and all its amenities. The van was extremely clean and obviously well cared for.