Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, we will only rent to drivers with a valid US driver’s license. See international section if you are licensed to drive in a foreign country
Yes, a 25% deposit is due upon booking, with the balance being due upon check in for our vehicle rentals. If you do not have a valid major credit card we cannot rent vehicles to you. A $1000 pre-authorized security deposit will be applied to your credit card as a security deposit, this will not charge your card it will simply authorize the amount and hold it until you bring the vehicle back in good condition.
The minimum rental period for our Jeeps and Tacomas is three nights. Please call us to inquire about extended rental rates and savings! We are one of the few boutique overland camper rental companies that allow such short bookings. We want to enable locals and visitors alike to be able to experience these awesome vehicles before they make their own investment, or choose to keep renting from us for their adventures! If you need a shorter booking than 3 nights please inquire and we will try and work something out with you!
25 is the minimum rental age for vehicles/campers. To rent a raft you must be 18 or older.
At this time, we do not rent child car seats, you will be responsible for providing your own car seats for your children. Here is a link to Montana law.
While most of the main attraction in the state can be accessed via paved roads, many trailheads and forest service access roads are dirt. The real 4wd advantage is for winter driving, we equip our Jeep, Tacoma, and 4Runner rentals with snow tires. Having four wheel drive will help you drive safely, however remember defensive cautious driving in the Winter is your best bet!
WE LOVE TO! This is why we love what we do! Our team is Montana raised and proud of all the opportunities our beautiful state offers, we truly enjoy sharing our knowledge of the state and countless recreation opportunities and educating visitors on best practices to keep land healthy and available for generations to come! Please note: we will not plan out your entire trip, however we gladly provide recommendations that fit within your schedule and proposed trip goals!
Not only are the Jeep JKU-J30 Wranglers and Toyota Tacomas the quintessential Western adventure vehicles, the Ursa Minor and Go-Fast Campers roof top tent/campers are extremely comfortable and efficient to use, allowing you both comfort and time to focus on the adventure at hand.
Uber, Lyft or Taxi is the best and cheapest way to get to our shop. We are only 15 minutes from the airport, and a ride costs between $25-$40. We can pick you up at the airport however this will add a 10% airport concession fee to your entire reservation total plus a $50 convenience fee. We are happy to pick you up at the airport for your convenience however if you would like to save the additional 10% charge and pickup fee please take an Uber/Lyft/taxi to our Four Corners location, its super hassle free!
During Covid-19 pandemic, we are unable to offer our standard complementary ride back to the airport. You will be required to take a taxi or Uber back to BZN. We apologize for the inconvenience.
Unlike most rental companies our goal is to make everything you sign and pay completely transparent. A 4% tax is applied to your reservation total, this is a Montana required tax applied to all rental vehicles/campers. A 10% concession fee is charged by the Bozeman Airport if we pick you up at the airport (see Pick Up). No other fees will be applied to your reservation. Please see Mileage section below for “free” mileage allowance. Please see Policies for specific charges you may be responsible for regarding damage or policy violations
If something comes up and you need to reschedule your trip, we would be happy to work with you provided we have units available for your requested dates, just give us a call.
If you cancel prior to 30 days in advance you will receive a full refund less credit card transaction fees(~6%). If you cancel between 30 days and 8 days prior to pick up the 25% booking deposit is forfeited. If your reservation is cancelled one week or less from pick up date you will be refunded half of the total booking price. We will not refund you due to bad weather, however we will provide you with advice on how to make the best of a Montana storm!
The campers set up and tear down with three simple steps, and take less than 1 minute. Getting into the campers does take some physical strength as you have to get up through the opening to bed platform which is about waist high. Check out our videos on YouTube and in our Gallery for more info. If you have any specific concerns please don’t hesitate to contact us.
The campers are designed and optimized for two people. The sleeping area is approximately 4 feet wide by 7 feet long. If you are wanting to experience Montana as a family please give us a call and we can give you some ideas! Our double cab Tacomas offer plenty of seating for the whole family and ample space for gear in the bed, beneath the camper. While 3-4 CAN’T sleep in the topper tent, an additional traditional tent or awning room can be rented, or the kids can sleep in the bed of the pickup!
While there is plenty of room in our Jeep pop ups, you will want to pack only what you need, we will have you covered on the camping essentials. Make sure you bring the right gear not ALL of your gear. We will be more than willing to help you with your packing list. Our tacoma pop ups have substantially more room in their 6 foot pickup bed, however we make the same suggestions as for the Jeep, pack smart! Check back soon for how we pack our rigs for a camping trip.
As much as our team loves animals, pets are not allowed in our rental vehicles.
Yes, only with prior written approval of Hatch Adventures. If you do tow a trailer, we recommend that trailer be one of our raft trailers.
Regularly maintained gravel roads, yes. This is Montana, and we understand that the state is covered with gravel roads. We do urge caution while driving on maintained gravel roads and would be happy to explain the difference between the types of roads at our office or via phone.
No. If you decide to travel on an unmaintained road, you will be charged a $500 fee for each day driven on trails. You are on your own, If anything happens on said unmaintained road you are completely responsible for vehicle recovery, repair/replacement and our loss of use. If you have something in mind ask first and we will be happy to work with you!
Generally the best protection is to provide us with your own auto insurance policy and proof that it covers rental vehicles, we will verify with your insurance company. Collision and Comprehensive insurance as well as liability are required. If you do not currently have collision and comprehensive on your personal vehicles it can be added onto your policy for the duration of the rental. Please note however, you are personally responsible for any damage done and loss of use endured by Hatch Adventures. You may also choose to purchase insurance during the booking process should you not have your own policy or want the rental specific full coverage.
If you are visiting from abroad, welcome! You will be required to purchase the insurance offered during checkout. You will be required to provide us a photocopy of your valid drivers license, an international drivers permit (IDP obtained in your country of residence). Please call or email us to discuss insurance and planning your trip with one of our adventure vehicles!
Our rafts are easy to learn to row, but still require some modicum of skill before some stretches of river are undertaken. If you are a novice oarsman, we highly recommend sticking to the parts of the river we tell you to. If you have never rowed a raft, we highly recommend you go with a guide first and ask for some rowing instruction or take a lesson!
Since all our rafts include oars and a frame, we recommend no more than 3 people per raft, 4 can work if creative, however the fishing frames only have 3 designated seats.
Renters are responsible for their own river shuttle. We recommend the app ShuttleSnap. It is incredibly easy to use, offers shuttles with the best companies on all the major waterways of the state, and you can pay for your shuttle with a credit card right on the app. Most river shuttles are between $25-40 if you want it done for you.
Definitely! We offer multi-day packages with customizable expedition and fishing frames, large coolers, and everything you need to make your multi-day raft trip a success. Call us to talk about your trip and how we can fit your needs.
Every raft rental will include:
- Raft
- Raft Frame
- Oars
- Spare Oar
- Life Jackets for every person on board
- Cooler
- Raft trailer
No, we don’t. If you would like to take a guided fishing trip during your vacation, we would be happy to help you find a local knowledgeable and qualified fishing guide.
For other questions and concerns, please call us or email us.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here is Blog post that explains our “Car” Rental Process and may answer some of your questions!
You must have a valid driver’s license, valid major credit card and insurance. Please see International Renters and Insurance FAQS below.
Vehicle Rental and General Trip Info
Yes, we will only rent to drivers with valid US driver’s licenses. See the international section if you are licensed to drive in a foreign country
Yes, a 50% deposit is due upon booking, with the balance being due upon check-in for your vehicle rental. If you do not have a valid major credit card we cannot rent our vehicles to you. A $500 pre-authorized security deposit is applied to your credit card as a security deposit. This will not charge your card. It will simply authorize the amount and hold it until you bring the vehicle back in good condition.
The minimum rental period is two (2) nights. We are one of the few boutique overland camper rental companies that allow such short bookings. We want to enable locals and visitors alike to be able to experience our awesomely built vehicles before they make their own investment, or choose to keep renting from us for their adventures Please call us to inquire about our extended rental rates and savings!
25 is the minimum rental age for our vehicles. To rent a raft you must be 18 or older.
Yes. We have a limited amount of car and poster seats. It is your responsibility to install the seats properly. Hatch Adventures is not responsible for harm or injuries incurred from improperly installed car seats.
While most of the main attractions in the state can be accessed via paved roads, many trailheads and forest service access roads are dirt. The real 4WD advantage is for winter driving. We equip our Jeeps, Tacomas, and Bronco rentals with severe winter-rated tires. Having 4WD will help you drive safely, however, remember defensive cautious driving in the winter is your best bet!
Our Jeeps, Toyota, and Broncos ARE the quintessential Western adventure vehicles. We have built them specifically to navigate the Western environment comfortably and safely. The Ursa Minor and Go Fast Campers rooftop tents and campers are extremely comfortable and efficient to use, allowing you to place your focus on the adventure at hand.
Uber, Lyft, or a taxi is the best and cheapest way to get to our shop. We are only 5 minutes from the airport and a ride costs between $10-20. We can deliver your rental to the airport however there’s a 10% airport concession fee added on to the entire reservation plus a $60 convenience fee. These fees are non-negotiable and are required for airport delivery. We are happy to deliver the vehicle to the airport for your convenience, however, if you would like to save the additional 10% charge and pickup fee please take an Uber/Lyft/Taxi to our location, it’s super hassle-free!
Vehicles and campers are typically due back to our location at the same time it was picked up on the last day of your stay. Because we operate a small fleet to offer the best-personalized service in the industry and demand is extremely high we must have vehicles back by this time to ensure our next customers have their camper available. Customer service is our priority, please do not hesitate to call or email us to further discuss your trip logistics, with advance notice we are happy to accommodate your needs. If you are late, you may be charged up to an additional rental day.
In most cases, you’ll want to arrange the same transportation back to the airport you arrived in. In some cases, if we have the availability, we are happy to give you a complimentary ride back to the airport. However, this is not always available and please do not count on this as your primary ride back to the airport.
Unlike most rental companies, our goal is to make everything you sign and pay completely transparent. A 4% tax is applied to your reservation total. This is a Montana-required tax applied to all rental vehicles/campers. A 10% concession fee is charged by the Bozeman Airport and a $60 convenience fee is charged by Hatch Adventures if we deliver the rental to the airport. No other fees will be applied to your reservation. We do not charge additional mileage. Please see the Policies for specific charges you may be responsible for regarding damage or policy violations.
We are currently offering unlimited mileage on our rentals.
If something comes up and you need to reschedule your trip, we would be happy to work with you provided we have units available for your requested dates, just give us a call or send us an email.
If you cancel prior to 14 days in advance you will receive a full refund less credit card transaction fees (~6%). If you cancel between 14 days and 7 days prior to pick up the 50% booking deposit is forfeited. If your reservation is canceled one week or less from pick up, you will be refunded half the total of the booking price. We will not refund you due to bad weather however, we will provide you with advice on how to make the best of a Montana storm!
As much as our team loves animals, pets are not allowed in our rental vehicles. Evidence of a pet being in the vehicles can result in a pet cleaning fee.
Yes, only with the prior written approval of Hatch Adventures. If you do tow a trailer, we recommend that the trailer be one of our raft trailers. Towing is limited to drift boat trailers and similar only.
Regularly maintained gravel roads, yes. This is Montana, and we understand that the state is covered with gravel roads. We do urge caution while driving on maintained gravel roads and would be happy to explain the difference between the types of roads at our office or via phone.
No. If you decide to travel on an unmaintained road, you will be charged a $500 fee for each day driven on trails. You are on your own. If anything happens on said unmaintained road you are completely responsible for vehicle recovery, repair/replacement, and our loss of use. If we have to recover the vehicle, it will come at the cost of $250/hr plus mileage at $0.75/mile. If you have something in mind, ask first; we will happily work with you!
Generally the best protection is to provide us with your own auto insurance policy and proof that it covers rental vehicles, we will verify with your insurance company. Collision and Comprehensive insurance as well as liability are required. If you do not currently have collision and comprehensive on your personal vehicles it can be added onto your policy for the duration of the rental. Please note however, you are personally responsible for any damage done and loss of use endured by Hatch Adventures. You may also choose to purchase insurance during the booking process should you not have your own policy or want the rental specific full coverage.
If you are visiting from abroad, welcome! You will be required to purchase the insurance offered during checkout. You will be required to provide us a photocopy of your valid drivers license, an international drivers permit (IDP obtained in your country of residence). Please call or email us to discuss insurance and planning your trip with one of our adventure vehicles!
WE LOVE TO! This is why we love what we do! Our team is proud of all the opportunities our beautiful state has to offer. Heck, that’s why we live here! We truly enjoy sharing our knowledge of the state and countless recreation opportunities and educating visitors on best practices to keep land healthy and available for generations to come. Please note: We will not plan out your entire trip, however, we gladly provide recommendations that fit within your schedule and proposed trip goals!
Absolutely not! You are on vacation and we believe you should be doing vacation things, not cleaning a vehicle! You do need to return it with a full tank of gas and we do greatly appreciate it if you remove your trash.
Camping Info
The campers set up and tear down with three simple steps, and takes less than 1 minute. Getting into the campers does take some physical strength as you have to get up through the opening to the bed platform which is about waist high. The Go Fast Platform Campers come with an extendable ladder for easy access from the exterior of the vehicle. Check out our videos on YouTube and in our Gallery for more info. If you have specific questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
The campers are designed and optimized for two people. The sleeping area is approximately 4 feet wide and 7 feet long. If you are wanting to experience Montana as a family, please give us a call and we can give you some ideas. While 3-4 CAN’T sleep in the topper tent, an additional tent or cot can be rented, and kids can easily sleep in the bed of one of our Gladiators or Tacomas.
While there is plenty of room in our Jeeps, Toyotas, and Broncos, you will want to pack only what you need. We will have you covered on the camping essentials. Make sure you bring the right gear, not ALL of your gear. We will be more than willing to help you with your packing list.
Fishing Info
Our rafts are easy to learn to row, but still require some modicum of skill before some stretches of river are undertaken. If you are a novice oarsman, we highly recommend sticking to the parts of the river we tell you to. If you have never rowed a raft, we highly recommend you go with a guide first and ask for some rowing instruction or take a lesson!
Since all our rafts include oars and a frame, we recommend no more than 3 people per raft, 4 can work if creative, however the fishing frames only have 3 designated seats.
Renters are responsible for their own river shuttle. We recommend the app ShuttleSnap. It is incredibly easy to use, offers shuttles with the best companies on all the major waterways of the state, and you can pay for your shuttle with a credit card right on the app. Most river shuttles are between $25-40 if you want it done for you.
Absolutely! We offer multi-day packages with customizable expedition and fishing frames, large coolers, and everything you need to make your multi-day raft trip a success. Send us a message to talk about your trip and how we can fit your needs.
Every raft rental will include:
- Raft
- Raft Frame
- Oars
- Spare Oar
- Life Jackets for every person on board
- Cooler
- Raft trailer
No, we don’t. If you would like to take a guided fishing trip during your vacation, we would be happy to help you find a local knowledgeable and qualified fishing guide.
If you have any additional questions not covered in this page, please Contact Us! We will be happy to answer any question you throw our way.
