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Ready to get on the road? Fill out the form to begin the conversation with our team.

The Foundation Strategy

Unlike traditional custom shops that start from a blank canvas, every Yama Van starts with one of our five engineered foundations (models). These platforms ensure rigorous safety standards, thoughtful weight optimization, and are designed to meet Transport Canada certification requirements, before we begin personalizing your van.

Investment & Timeline

This process allows us to deliver a fully built, 4-season vehicle in just 8–10 weeks from production start. Our builds start at $103,000 CAD for the Gear Bus™ model and $209,000 CAD for Signature Series (excluding chassis), delivering a premium, road-ready vehicle designed to last.

What do you want to use your van for?

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Full Time Living

You want to optimize your build for full-time living, and have all the amenities necessary.

Extended Trips

You want the van to be your home on the road for extended road-trips and include some creature comforts.

Weekender

You want your build to be your mobile basecamp for weekend adventures, ready to hit the road at anytime.

Client Info

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What Model are you interested in?*

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Please specify city and country. We work with clients across Canada and America.

How did you hear about yama vans?*

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Confirmation

Email confirmation + invitation to schedule your Intro Call. We'll secure your production spot with a $5k deposit to begin your custom build!

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Co-Design

Meet with our design team to select your model, upgrades and personalized finishings.

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Approval

Review 3D renderings of your future van, inside and out. Approve your design and get your guaranteed price.

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Production

Your van enters the queue for production. Welcome to the Yama Fam!

Confidence In Your Investment

"When I was looking for a company to trust my
adventure van dream with, Yama was the clear
standout. Their quality and passion made the entire process a true pleasure."

Julie B. Alberta, CAN

How much does a Yama van cost?

Our lineup starts with the Gear Bus™, a minimalist model designed for people and gear-hauling with essential comforts like sleeping, power, and heating. Pricing begins at $103,000 CAD.

Our Signature Models — Blanca 01N, Robson 01N, Teton 01N, and Logan 01N — are fully equipped, off-grid vans with kitchens, water systems, and advanced comfort features. These builds start between $209,000 and $243,000 CAD, depending on the model.

*Please note: Prices listed cover Yama’s build work only and do not include the base Sprinter van, which typically costs around $100,000 CAD.

Financing

We offer up to 20-year RV financing through third-party partners. Typical financing may require a 10% down payment, with monthly payments varying based on interest rates and credit qualification.

American Clients

U.S. clients are billed in USD.

Does Yama help source the Sprinter chassis?

Yes. We facilitate the entire process to ensure every build starts on the right foundation. Yama requires a “Yama-Spec” Sprinter, a chassis configured with the specifications our builds demand.

You will purchase the van directly from Mercedes, while we manage the coordination, logistics, and secure storage at Yama HQ until your build begins.

If you already purchased your new Sprinter, reach out to us. In some cases, we may be able to help if it meets the required specifications. For new clients, sourcing the Yama-Spec chassis through our partners is the first step in our process.

How long will it take to get my adventure van?

What types of builds and services do you offer?

We specialize in end-to-end manufacturing of Class B adventure vans on the AWD Mercedes Sprinter chassis.

Through our Bay4 Aftermarket Division, we also offer upgrades and gear installations for all Sprinter-based RVs and campers — not just Yama builds.

We do not offer partial conversions (e.g. electrical, plumbing, or cabinetry-only services).

Our vans and services are available to both Canadian and American clients.

Can you build me a layout that isn’t one of your models, or change something about a model?

Our models are pre-engineered for safety, serviceability, and functionality, which is why they generally stay as they are. This ensures your van not only looks great but performs reliably for years to come.

Occasionally, we’ll take on fully custom builds for people whose needs fall outside of our models. These require more design and engineering time, which can mean longer timelines and higher costs. Small tweaks to our models may also be possible, but even minor changes can affect safety and performance, so we review each request carefully.

The best way forward? Start the conversation. If you have a specific vision or change in mind, get in touch and we’ll explore what’s possible together.

Is Yama Vans certified by any official organizations?

Yes. We’ve earned several key certifications that speak to the safety, quality, and performance of every van we build:

Transport Canada National Safety Mark — We’re Western Canada’s only certified Class B RV manufacturer.
Mercedes-Benz Expert Upfitter
Permit to Practice with APEGA, Alberta’s engineering regulatory body
AMVIC Licensed, Alberta’s automotive industry regulator

Want the full breakdown? Learn more about our certifications here.

How do you approach sustainability in van builds?

Certifications

We’re Western Canada’s only Transport Canada Certified Class-B RV Manufacturer. We’re also a certified Mercedes-Benz ExpertUpfitter.

Hear From The Community

Yama Vans is an amazing local company. Getting into an adventure van is a serious financial commitment that comes with moments of anxiety and doubt. Yama is a consummately professional company you can trust with this level of decision. Pat, Alex, Rochelle, Jeff and the entire Yama team are seriously into delivering their customers an exceptional product - that is, your dream van.

Grant S, Alberta, CAN

We can’t praise the team at Yama enough! At every stage of the process, our expectations were met and exceeded. So knowledgeable and thorough! From design to delivery, each step was very professionally conducted. Our van is a dream come true! The perfect combination of esthetic, durability, and function. The team went the extra mile to ensure our build reflected our personality, our wants, and our needs to successfully take us on any adventure. It’s worth the investment.

Kristen H, Alaska, USA

When I was looking for a company to trust my adventure van dream with Yama was the clear standout. Their quality, attention to detail, frequent communication and passion made the entire process a true pleasure. The final product exceeded my expectations and is even more beautiful than I could have dreamed!!! There are so many amazing things to say but what I truly appreciate is how seamless and easy the process was.

Julie B, Alberta, CAN

I am extremely happy I chose Yama to build out my dream van! Hands down the best van conversion company in Canada if not North America. Not only is the final product incredible, but the entire process from beginning to end is seamless. With expert design processes, predictable communication, frequent updates, and tons of resources to help get you on the road with your custom van, I would highly recommend anyone to choose Yama for their dream van build! I have literally been turning heads everywhere I go in my new Yama Van!

Scott Z, Manitoba, CAN

“The care and details shown did not stop when the build was complete and delivered. The after purchase, post build care and attention has been top notch. The level of customer service is nothing less than what you would expect from true customer first focused company.”

Tim, Texas, USA

“If you want the best, talk to Yama...Originally intended as a weekend adventure vehicle built around our mountain bikes, it’s quickly become our second home.”

Peter F, Ontario, CAN