Q: What do I need to tow a Travel Trailer?

A: You will need a brake controller which will operate the electric brakes on the trailer and the 7 prong connector on your vehicle.
               Brake Controller


Q: What do I need to tow a Tent Trailer?

A: If your vehicle is twice the weight of the tent trailer you will only need a flat 4 connector and don't need the electric brake controller. If you already have a 7 prong connector on your vehicle you are ready to go or if you already have the flat 4 connector you are ready to go also.
                      Flat 4                                                          7 Prong
  

Q: What does a Brake controller Look Like?

A: Each one might be slightly different but all will be similar to the following pictures.
                 Brake Controller                                      Brake Controller

Q: What does a Brake controller Do?

A: When you press on your brakes the controller will activate the brakes in the tow vehicle. The sensitivity is adjustable on a controller and will need to be adjusted after attaching a trailer to your vehicle. Don’t worry this is easy to do and only takes a minute.

Q: What does a Flat 4 connecter look like?

A: Each one can be slightly different but similar to the picture.
                Flat 4 Connector - Click here

Q: What does a Flat 4 do?

A: It connects your vehicle lights to your trailer lights so your signals and brake lights work.

Q: What does a 7 prong connector on my Vehicle look like?

A: It will look similar to this picture.
             7 Prong Connector - Click Here

Q: What do I need for insurance?

A: We require that you have insurance that will cover damage to the RV in the event of an accident.  In BC  this insurance can be purchased from an Autoplan broker by buying the RoadStar or RoadStar plus package. If you do not qualify for this package you can still purchase daily rental insurance for the duration of your trip.

Q: How many kms are included with a motorhome rental?

A: You get 100 kms per day of the rental included free.

Q: What is the cost for extra Kilometers?

A: Depending on the RV you have it will be between 0.20/km - 0.30/km.

Q: Can I take the RV in to the US?

A: Yes you can but not into Mexico.

Q: Can I get the RV delivered?

A: Yes you can but there are extra charges for this and it is limited to a local area to where the RV is.

Q: Are there any extra costs involved in the rental?

A: Some owners offer extra options not generally included in a rental. Check out the RV you are interested in and the extra option prices are listed on each page and are specific to each owner. The owners generally have option such as delivery, bike racks and kitchen sets.

Q: What do I need to reserve an RV?

A: To reserve an RV you need to contact Discovery RV Rentals or the owners directly. Each location page will have information on who you should contact to reserve an RV. We accept Visa or Master Card over the phone to take a deposit that will be put towards your rental.

Q: How much of a deposit do I need?

A: For tent trailers a deposit of $500.00 is required, for travel trailers a deposit of $1000.00 is required and for motorhomes a deposit of $2000.00 is required.

Q: What if I have to cancel my reservation?

A: No refunds will be given when a cancellation is made within 30 days of departure date. If a renter cancels a reservation before 30 days a fee of $100.00 is charged. No refunds for "No Shows". No refunds are given for early returns.

Q: When is pick up and drop off times?

A: Pick up times are between 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm. Drop off times are between 9:00 am and 11:00 am. Late fees of $50.00 per hour will be charged for rentals returned late.

*Please note that since we offer private RV rentals we can sometimes be more flexible for pick up and drop off times when the RV owner can accommodate your needs. Any deviation from normal pick up and drop off time needs to be identified before departure and preferably while making the booking.