RV rental from Medellin

What makes this rental interesting is that you get a self-drive camper, La Nómada, meant for real road time instead of just stopping for photos. I love that it comes with a complete kitchen set, plus a table and outdoor chairs, so meals and downtime feel normal.

You also get 24/7 solar lighting that powers your fridge and small devices, so your “camping night” is easier to manage. The one thing to watch is the 180 km per day allowance plus 30 cents per extra kilometer, so you will want to plan distances before you fall in love with every detour.

Key highlights at a glance

• La Nómada includes a full kitchen kit, beds, and outdoor seating for living on the road
• 24/7 solar lighting can run your fridge and small devices, even after the sun goes down
• Automatic ride and air conditioning, built for easier driving and comfort
• 180 km per day included, with extra mileage costing 30 cents per kilometer
• All risk insurance included, plus help designing routes, parking, and what to do

Picking up La Nómada in El Poblado, and why the start time matters

Your trip begins at Camino de Monticello, Cra. 25 #10-40, El Poblado, Medellín, with a start time of 8:00 am. If you want the first day to feel like a proper travel day (not a “pickup and panic” day), arrive early and give yourself time to get oriented.

This is also one of those rentals where the practical details help a lot. You get a mobile ticket, and confirmation happens within 48 hours of booking (as long as availability holds). The meeting point is in El Poblado, a good base for organizing your gear, groceries, and basic supplies before you point the vehicle out of town.

One more small advantage: the pickup area is near public transportation, which can make it easier if you are coordinating with someone who is not driving with you. For solo riders who want to be efficient, it also means you can handle small last-minute errands without turning it into a whole operation.

Inside the camper: beds, kitchen setup, and air conditioning

La Nómada is set up for sleeping and staying comfortably, not just hauling gear. It includes the complete kitchen set, beds, a table, and outdoor chairs, which means you can cook, eat, and spread out a bit when you stop.

The bed layout is specific, and it helps you plan who is sleeping where. The main bed is 1.70 x 1.60 meters, and there’s an additional bed of 0.80 x 1.70 meters. Translation in real life: the second bed is narrower, so it works best for one person or for someone who does not mind a tighter fit.

You also get an air-conditioned vehicle, which matters in Colombia. Even if you are mostly driving and only sleeping inside at night, having AC available changes how relaxing a hot day feels. And if you are traveling during warmer stretches, AC can be the difference between “we camped” and “we actually slept.”

24/7 solar power: running the fridge and keeping small devices alive

One of the most appealing parts of La Nómada is the energy system. You get 24/7 solar lighting that runs your fridge and any small device you want to connect. That small detail matters because a powered fridge changes the rhythm of the trip.

With reliable power for cold storage, you can keep basics like drinks and simple food cooler, instead of constantly thinking about where you can buy what you need for the next stop. The solar lighting is also a comfort feature. You are not stuck in darkness the moment the sun goes down, and it is easier to cook, pack, or sort gear at a normal hour.

A smart move: plan your day so you are stocked for the evening before you park. Solar helps you run the basics, but you will still want to treat the fridge and device charging as “use it intentionally,” not like unlimited free electricity.

Automatic driving plus diesel efficiency, built for road stress

Driving an RV can be intimidating. What I like here is that the cart is automatic, which reduces stress right away. If you are not used to driving a larger vehicle, automatic control lets you focus on roads, parking, and timing instead of shifting.

The experience also gets credit for being comfortable and easy to drive, and the vehicle has good fuel efficiency, with one review noting it runs on diesel. You still should drive defensively, of course, but the combination of automatic plus efficiency can make longer stretches feel manageable.

Also, route support matters. The provider accompanies you in designing your trip, including showing you where you can park and what you can do in the places you pick. That is the kind of help that cuts down on wasted time, because you are less likely to arrive somewhere and then realize you cannot park, or you do not know what the practical option is for that stop.

Mileage math: 180 km per day included, then 30 cents per extra km

This is the part that can quietly make or break your value. La Nómada includes 180 cumulative daily kilometers. A simple example is given: 10 days = 1800 km included.

So, think of it like this:

• Book 2 days, you get 360 km included
• Book 10 days, you get 1800 km included
• Book 15 days, you get 2700 km included
• Book 30 days, you get 5400 km included

If you go over, extra kilometers cost 30 cents per km. Here’s a quick way to picture the impact. If your plan uses 200 extra km beyond what’s included, that extra cost is $60. It’s not a scary number, but it is enough that you should plan your “maybe I’ll add one more detour” decisions with the mileage in mind.

My advice: build your route with two layers. First, lock in the places that you truly want. Second, allow one flexible detour per main stop. This keeps you from turning every “could be nice” turn into a mileage bill.

Insurance included, and why that changes your planning mindset

You get all risk insurance during the trip, which is a big psychological relief on any self-drive rental. It means you can focus on the experience instead of spending your energy worrying about every tiny mishap.

Of course, insurance does not remove the need to drive carefully. But when the rental includes insurance, you are more likely to take the roads that make the trip special, instead of staying glued to the easiest route.

Pair that with the route planning support, and you end up with a practical setup: you have guidance for where to park and how to structure your days, plus coverage that reduces financial anxiety if something unexpected happens.

Designing your route out of Medellín: coffee country, mountains, and Bogotá time

The best part about this rental is freedom, and you get help turning that freedom into something workable. You can design routes out of Medellín, and the provider helps you map your trip. They will also show you where you can park and what you can do in each place you choose.

Based on what you can plan, common long-road trip themes include:

• the coffee triangle
• Salento and the Cocora Valley
• Santa Rosa
• Parque Sierra Nevada
• Bogotá

Here’s how I think about these as a practical road trip, not a sightseeing checklist.

Salento and Cocora Valley, a strong fit for camper pacing

If you are choosing places like Salento and the Cocora Valley, the big value is that having a camper means you are not timing everything around finding lodging on the right schedule. You can plan your day trip rhythm, then return to your own space.

The practical drawback is parking and stop selection. When you travel by RV, the places you pick need to work for your overnight needs. That is where smart stop planning becomes important, and you will want to know where you can realistically pause for the night.

Coffee triangle routes, ideal for splitting days between towns

A coffee triangle plan works well with this setup because it naturally encourages “move slowly” travel. You can string together multiple stops over several days while keeping the same home base.

The main consideration is distance budgeting. Because you have a daily kilometer limit, it helps to cluster nearby towns and avoid random long hops that turn your plan into a mileage sprint. If you keep your route tight, you get more time enjoying the day and less time driving just to hit the next dot.

Santa Rosa, a useful middle stop when you want breathing room

When you add Santa Rosa into the mix, you get another chance to break the drive into manageable chunks. Middle stops are where RV travel shines because you can stop without hunting for a hotel booking the night before.

The tradeoff is supply management. Even with a solar-powered fridge, you still want to buy what you need thoughtfully so you do not waste money or time on last-minute basics. If you are planning multiple stops, you should think about where you will restock.

Parque Sierra Nevada, plan for weather-dependent timing

A note you should not ignore: this experience requires good weather. That matters even if you are not thinking about mountain hiking. When weather is poor, road access, viewing plans, and comfortable stopping can get affected.

So if you include something like Parque Sierra Nevada, your best strategy is to keep at least part of the plan flexible. Build in buffer time so you can adjust without scrambling. And if you get day-of weather changes, having your own camper space helps you wait out the conditions instead of being forced into a hotel roulette.

Bogotá, use your camper as storage and a reset point

Adding Bogotá to a road route can be a great way to balance nature time with city time. The practical benefit of having the camper is that you can keep your base stuff in one place while you explore.

The caution is parking. City areas can be tricky for large vehicles, so the provider guidance on where you can park becomes especially valuable. Plan ahead for where you will leave the RV so your city time does not get eaten by logistics.

Camp smarter with iOverlander, especially for showers and water

One of the most useful tips from people who have done this kind of trip is using the iOverlander app. It can help you find places for camping, plus spots for showering and filling water.

Even if you do not use it the entire time, it is a great backup tool. RV travel often depends on small practical wins, like having a place that works for your overnight needs, or finding an option for a shower without turning it into a mission.

My advice: treat iOverlander as part of your planning, not a last-minute rescue. Look ahead for a couple of options near each planned stop, so you do not arrive and then realize you have only one workable choice.

Daily rhythm: how to make 2 to 30 days feel easy

The rental duration runs from 2 to 30 days. That range is important because it changes what the camper feels like.

For short trips (say 2 to 5 days), you are mostly using the RV to simplify one big region and avoid switching lodging every night. For longer trips (10 to 30 days), you start living more like a road traveler. You get into a routine of cooking, using solar power, planning mileage, and choosing where you want to pause for the night.

If you want the best balance, I’d think in “clusters.” Pick a region, spend several days there, then move on. That approach works with the daily km limit and keeps your trip smooth.

Logistics you must follow: full tank in, full tank out

The rental is delivered full tanked, and you must return it the same way. This is one of those rules that is simple, but easy to mess up if you are tired or distracted after a long drive day.

Build your final driving day around fuel planning. Do not wait until you are close to the pickup point to figure out your refuel option. The end of a trip is when people make small mistakes, and this is one you can prevent easily.

Price and value: $540 for up to 2, plus real included stuff

The listed price is $540 per group (up to 2). Since the rental can be 2 to 30 days, your daily value depends on how many days you choose. Still, even at the low end, you are not just renting transport, you are also getting a place to sleep with power and a kitchen.

This is why it can feel like better value than a basic apartment or budget lodging that only works for one location. With a camper, you pay for “two things at once”: shelter and mobility. The included features help too:

• complete kitchen set
• beds and outdoor seating
• 24/7 solar lighting to run the fridge and small devices
• all risk insurance
• route planning support to help you park and decide what to do

The main cost variable you should plan for is extra mileage, because it directly affects how far off your planned route you can go. If you stay within the included km, your trip can feel very predictable. If you push past it, the extra cost adds up.

Who this RV rental is best for

This is a great fit if you want:

• self-drive flexibility out of Medellín
• a setup that works for cooking and sleeping without constant hotel changes
• support designing routes and learning where you can park
• peace of mind from all risk insurance

It also helps if you travel with limited Spanish. One review highlighted that it felt manageable even without much Spanish, especially with the route guidance and the ability to plan your stops with practical tools.

The drawback is mostly for people who hate mileage rules or do not plan ahead. If you picture your trip as “we will just drive and figure it out,” the 180 km per day cap will force decisions sooner than you might expect.

Should you book La Nómada?

Book it if you want an RV that is set up to live in, cook in, and sleep in comfortably, with solar support for the fridge and lighting, and you like the idea of building your own route out of Medellín. The best value comes when you plan a route that fits the 180 km/day budget and you cluster stops instead of making big random jumps.

Skip it if your travel style is mostly spontaneous driving with lots of extra distance, or if you are likely to struggle with fuel planning on the last day. Also, if weather is often unpredictable for your dates, remember the experience requires good weather, so you may want built-in flexibility.

FAQ

Where is the pickup location in Medellín?

Pickup is at Camino de Monticello, Cra. 25 #10-40, El Poblado, Medellín, Antioquia, Colombia.

What time does pickup start?

Pickup starts at 8:00 am.

How many people can the rental accommodate?

The price is per group up to 2 people.

What is included inside La Nómada?

It includes a complete kitchen set, beds, a table, and outdoor chairs.

How does the solar power work?

It provides 24/7 solar light that runs the fridge and small devices you connect.

Is insurance included?

Yes, all risk insurance is included during the trip.

How many kilometers are included?

It includes 180 cumulative daily kilometers (for example, 10 days equals 1800 km).

What does extra mileage cost?

Additional kilometers cost 30 cents.

Do I need to return the vehicle with a full tank?

Yes, it is delivered full tanked and must be returned the same way.