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Vancouver Island Self-Guided Expeditions

Go Further.
Come Back
Stronger.

Take Roxanne, a fully self-contained expedition truck, deep into Vancouver Island's backcountry. Ancient forests. Wild coastlines. Remote backcountry roads await. Your timeline. No gates, no schedules.

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Old Growth Forest
Mountain Backcountry
Wild Coastline
Logging Roads
Wild Camping
Remote Wildlife
The Setup

Your truck. Your route. Your rules.

Roxanne is a fully-equipped expedition truck. Your kitchen, bedroom, and basecamp rolled into one rugged machine. Off-grid power. Clean water. Everything you need to go deep and stay out there.

We hand you the keys, walk you through the systems, and point you toward one of the most untouched wilderness corridors on the planet. After that? You're in charge.

Three working itineraries are ready for you. Each one is a framework, not a cage. Follow them closely or rip them up entirely. The terrain doesn't judge your path.

Roxanne on the beach — Vancouver Island
"The best campsite isn't on any app. It's down the road you almost didn't take."
What's Included
▸ Full vehicle use — all onboard systems
▸ Off-grid power, clean water, camping gear
▸ Starlink internet onboard
▸ Pre-trip orientation + route guidance
▸ On-trip remote support from us
Real Talk

This isn't for everyone.

Not for you
◆You're not interested in problem solving and adapting to the unknown
◆You don't crave the freedom of exploration and self-reliance
◆You expect comfort and convenience above the adventure
◆You need someone else handling the logistics and decisions
This is built for you if…
•You want real disconnection — not a curated version of it
•You're ready to wake up somewhere nobody else is
•You trust yourself to navigate, adapt, and explore
•You believe the best stories start when the plan falls apart
•You want a fully capable rig — not a rental car with a tent
This trip will change how you travel. Full stop.
Old growth forest camp — Vancouver Island
▲ Vancouver Island · Rugged and Real
Choose Your Expedition

Three routes. One island.
Zero obligations.

Click any expedition to see the full day-by-day itinerary.
How It Works

Four steps to the backcountry.

01
Pick Your Duration
3 days for a first taste. 10 days to go deep. 14 days for the full island — tip to tip. Each comes with a working itinerary and route notes built from real experience on these roads.
02
Meet Roxanne
Shuttle to Cowichan Bay. We walk you through every system on the truck — driving on gravel, solar and power, water, and emergency protocols. When you're confident, you roll out.
03
Get Lost. On Purpose.
Use the itinerary or toss it. Camp beside rivers, explore old growth, take the unnamed roads. Ryan is always a message away when you need on-the-ground guidance.
04
Come Back Different
Return Roxanne to Cowichan Bay. Head back to the city. Try to explain to people back home why you can't stop thinking about going back out.

Stop planning.
Start driving.

The itinerary's ready. The truck is fuelled. Vancouver Island is waiting. The only thing left is to commit.

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3-day / 10-day / 14-day options ·

QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of expedition trucks do you rent?

Each Skybreaker truck is a professionally engineered, off-grid expedition vehicle built for long-range, all-terrain travel. Our fleet includes military-grade platforms like the Acela Monterra M1088 (“Roxanne”) and custom 4×4/6×6 overland builds equipped for comfort, reliability, and total self-sufficiency.

Rental rates typically range from $800–$1200 CAD per day, depending on the truck, duration, and season. Long-term or off-peak rentals may qualify for adjusted rates.

Full vehicle use, onboard systems (solar, water, power), essential camping gear, Starlink internet, basic insurance, and remote support are included. Fuel, campsite fees, and travel insurance are not.

Pick-up and return are available anywhere in BC or Alberta, or at major international airport destinations across North America.

Yes — we can deliver or retrieve the truck anywhere in North America for a transport fee based on distance.

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