Frequently Asked Questions (Click on a question below)
What year and model is the Airstream?
What are the dimensions of the Airstream trailer?
What is the layout of the trailer?
How many people can sleep in the trailer and what are the sleeping arrangements?
Does the trailer have a microwave oven?
Can I cook inside the trailer?
Does the trailer have a heater?
Does the trailer have air conditioning?
Does the trailer have a CD player and/or a TV?
How far will you tow the trailer?
Which Santa Barbara, California area campgrounds will you tow the trailer to?
Can we camp without electricity, water, and/or sewer hook-ups?
Does the trailer have to be connected to a sewer hook-up?
Can we tow the trailer with our own vehicle?
How much does it cost to rent the Airstream trailer?
Is a security deposit required?
Is a delivery fee and/or cleaning fee required, and what does it cover?
How many people can stay overnight in the trailer?
What is the cancellation policy?
What can I expect when I arrive at my campsite?
What items are provided in the trailer?
What items should we bring with us on our Silver Safari?
Does the trailer have hot water?
What do we do if the toilet or sink will not drain?
When will I receive my security deposit back?
What year and model is the Aistream?
The trailer is a 1967 Safari twin. It is in mostly original condition, but has new bathroom appliances, drapes, closet organizers, cushions, iPod compatible CD player/receiver, speakers, and upholstery.
What are the dimensions of the Airstream trailer?
The trailer is 22 feet long, not including the hitch. The hitch adds an additional 2 feet. The width of the trailer is approximately 8 feet.
What is the layout of the trailer?
Click here to view the trailer schematic.
What is inside the trailer?
The trailer has a sofa, a folding dinette table with seating area, and sleeping accommodations for four people. The unit also has a small bathroom that includes toilet, sink, and small shower/tub, and a galley kitchen that features the original Magic Chef 4-burner stove, a stainless sink, oven, and mini refrigerator/freezer.
How many people can sleep in the trailer and what are the sleeping arrangements?
The trailer has sleeping arrangements for 4 people. A 6ft couch slides out to make a large double bed, and 2 dinette seats slide out to make twin beds. One twin bed is slightly shorter than the other, so we recommend it for a child or small adult. Because the beds must be arranged at night for sleeping and then stowed during the day, we ask that you bring your own sleeping bags.
Does the trailer have a microwave oven?
Yes, but the microwave oven is only available with an external electricity hook-up.
Can I cook inside the trailer?
Yes, the trailer has a small 4-burner stove and a microwave oven. The trailer is stocked with most essential cooking supplies.
Does the trailer have a heater?
Yes, but the trailer’s heater is only available with external electricity hook-up. The heater is not original to the trailer.
Does the trailer have air conditioning?
Yes, but the trailer's air conditioning unit is only available with external electricity hook-up. The air conditioner is not original to the trailer.
Does the trailer have a CD player and/or a TV?
The trailer is equipped with an iPod compatible CD player/receiver. The unit runs off battery power when the trailer is not hooked up to an external power source. The trailer does not have a TV.
How far will you tow the trailer?
We will tow approximately 30 miles in any direction from the city of Santa Barbara. This includes (to the North) Gaviota, Buellton, and Santa Ynez, and (to the South) Carpinteria, the Rincon area, Ojai, and Northern Ventura County.
Which Santa Barbara, California area campgrounds will you tow the trailer to?
In order to guarantee your campsite, you must choose a campground that accepts reservations. Upon request, we will provide you with a list of local area campgrounds that take reservations. Note: Campgrounds in the Santa Barbara area book up fast during the peak season between May and September. Be sure to book your campground reservations early!
Can we camp without electricity, water, and/or sewer hook-ups?
Yes, you can camp without electricity, water, and/or sewer hook-ups (also known as "boondocking"), however, full hook-ups are preferred, and highly recommended. Malfunctions with appliances and trailer systems can easily occur while boondocking due to a low battery status and limited water and propane supplies. Water and power are limited to what is on board. We do NOT provide a back-up power source (generator.)
The trailer has a propane powered refrigerator, freezer and stove. The iPod compatible CD player/receiver operates on battery power (when not hooked up to electricity.) Convenience items such as the A/C, heater, and microwave are powered by electricity are only available with an electricity hook-up.
When boondocking, we encourage you to conserve the trailer's energy and water resources by using the facilities available at the campground whenever possible. Important note regarding boondocking: Santa Barbara Silver Safari is not responsible for any malfunctions of the vehicle whatsoever, due to boondocking. No refunds will be given for boondocking malfunctions.
Does the trailer have to be connected to a sewer hook-up?
No, but we highly recommend it. Travel trailers have two holding tanks; one for grey water (kitchen sink, bathroom sink, and shower waste) and one for black water (toilet waste). The grey water tank holds approximately 30-35 gallons, and the black water tank holds approximately 10 gallons of waste before needing to be dumped. If the trailer is connected to a sewer hook-up then the occupant will have unlimited use of water because the waste water is continually draining into the sewer. If the trailer is without a sewer hook-up, the tanks can fill up FAST if the campground facilities are not used for showers, etc. If a water tanks become full, waste water will back up into the shower. Important note regarding boondocking: We will not empty waste water tanks until after check out. Santa Barbara Silver Safari is not responsible for any malfunctions of the vehicle whatsoever, due to boondocking. No refunds will be given for boondocking malfunctions.
Can we tow the trailer with our own vehicle?
No, only Santa Barbara Silver Safari can tow the vehicle to its destination.
How much does it cost to rent the Airstream trailer?
Rental rates are $120.00 per night, or any portion of a day, plus the cost of campground fees, if applicable (campground fees are paid directly to the campground.) Delivery/cleaning fee is $100.00. Rental fees and the delivery/cleaning must be paid at the time of reservation. See the Rental Rates and Reservations page for more information.
Is a minimum stay required?
Yes, two nights.
Is a security deposit required?
Yes, a refundable security deposit of $250.00 is due at time of reservation. The security deposit will be returned within 2 weeks from date of check-out, if applicable.
Is a delivery fee and/or cleaning fee required, and what does it cover?
A $100.00 delivery/cleaning fee is required at the time of reservation. The delivery/cleaning fee covers towing into your pre-paid campsite or residence, leveling, set-up of the trailer, a brief trailer orientation, propane, paper goods, drinking water, freshly laundered linens, cleaning of the trailer (inside and out), waste water removal, sanitizing, and towing home after check-out.
What time can we check-in?
Check-in time is usually 3:00pm and is made by appointment so that we can provide a brief trailer orientation before your Safari. Delivery time is also subject to the availability of the campsite you have chosen and may affect your check-in time. Please bring proof of campground reservations, if applicable, when you check-in.
What time is check-out?
Check-out time is 11:00 am. Pick-up of trailer, removal of waste water, and cleaning of trailer are included in rental fees. Renter agrees to pay a late charge of $50.00 per hour for every one hour period the trailer is occupied after 11:00 am.
How many people can stay overnight in the trailer?
4 persons maximum. Renter agrees that no more than 4 persons per night shall occupy the trailer.
Are pets allowed?
Small, well-behaved pets are allowed, however, we ask that pets be kept off of the upholstered furniture.
Is smoking allowed?
Smoking is strictly prohibited inside or near the trailer. Security deposit will be forfeited.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellations must be made at least 2 weeks prior to check-in for full refund of rental fees. Cancellations with less than 2 weeks notice will forfeit 50% of the rental fees. Delivery/cleaning fees will be refunded in full.
What can I expect when I arrive at my campsite?
Check-in times are scheduled by appointment so that we can provide a brief trailer orientation before you begin enjoying your retro retreat. The trailer will be leveled in your campsite, fully serviced with full propane and water tanks, empty holding tanks, and fully charged batteries. The water heater will be lit and the refrigerator/freezer will be cold.
What items are provided in the trailer?
Pots, pans, cooking and eating utensils, glassware (water/pilsner/wine), beer and wine openers, plates, paper towels, paper napkins, toilet paper. Dish and bathroom soap, kitchen and bath linens, flashlight, lantern, duct tape (you just never know...), and picnic table cloth. We also supply a small amount of ice in the freezer.
What items should we bring with us on our Silver Safari?
Food, drinking water, beverages, personal pillows, sleeping bags, music CDs, iPod, portable awning, BBQ (if desired), firewood, camp chairs, and proof of campground reservations, if applicable. For a true vintage trailer experience, pack a couple of pink flamingo lawn ornaments too.
Can we make special requests?
Yes! We are happy to make special arrangements with advance notice. Whether it is a propane BBQ with utensils, wine, champagne, roses, a fruit basket, a limousine, or anything else that you need to make your Silver Safari more memorable. [additional fees apply.]
Does the trailer have hot water?
Yes, the trailer holds approximately 9 gallons of hot water at a time. The hot water heater will be lit once the trailer is set up in your campsight. Hot water is usually available within a couple of hours.
What do we do if the toilet or a sink will not drain?
Clean it out. Most likely something is stuck in the drain. Please do not allow food to go into the drain, or anything but toilet paper to go into the toilet as they may create a plug in the holding tank.
What if something goes wrong?
Our trailer is a hearty 'ol girl, but like any vintage vehicle, things can go wrong unexpectedly. An instruction manual is on board to help you troubleshoot some minor issues that can arise (re-lighting the water heater, unfolding the beds, operating the vintage windows, trouble-shooting the refrigerator, etc.) If you still need help, our contact information is also on board, and we are just a phone call away.
How do I make a reservation?
1. Check the availability of the trailer by using the availability
calendar on this website.
2. Contact Santa Barbara Silver Safari and request a Rental Agreement.
3. Once you have received and read the Rental Agreement, contact
the campground of your choice and make a reservation. Electricity, water, and sewer hook-ups preferred and highly recommended.
4. Complete the Rental Agreement, sign one copy and return to Santa Barbara Silver Safari along with all rental fees, delivery/cleaning fee ($100.00), refundable security deposit ($250.00), and proof of campground reservations (if applicable.)
When will I receive my security deposit back?
Providing the trailer is returned in good condition, the upholstered furniture is not soiled, and no items are broken or missing, the full security deposit will be returned to you within two weeks from the date of check-out.