Compare Our Adventure Vans

Orbita, Aura and Pulsar: what they share, how they differ, and which one fits the way you travel.

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Three vans built in Sacramento, each with its own way of living on the road.

Aura

Price on request

170″ wheelbase, coming soon

Aura interior 3D cutaway
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Choose your model

Three vans built in Sacramento, each with its own way of living on the road.

Aura

Price on request

170″ wheelbase, coming soon

Aura interior 3D cutaway
Learn MoreComing soon

Which one is made for you?

All three share the same systems, finishes and craftsmanship. The difference is how the space works on a normal day on the road.

Orbita

One flexible space that changes from dining room to bedroom.

Choose Orbita if you:

  • travel with family, grandkids or friends
  • sleep 3, or up to 7 with Orbita Max
  • plan long off-grid journeys in any season
Wheelbase170″
Sleeps3, up to 7
Galley65″
From$237,250
Explore Orbita

Aura

A bedroom that stays made and a lounge that stays open.

Choose Aura if you:

  • travel as a couple or solo
  • sleep 2 on a permanent bed
  • stay on the road for weeks, with a real kitchen and a lounge
Wheelbase170″
Sleeps2
Galley83″
PriceOn request
Coming soon

Pulsar

Full Tiny Planet comfort in a shorter, more agile van.

Choose Pulsar if you:

  • travel solo, as a couple or with a small crew
  • sleep 3, or up to 7 with Pulsar Max
  • take on tough off-road routes and tight trailheads
Wheelbase144″
Sleeps3, up to 7
Galley45″
From$232,250
Explore Pulsar

Want to check every detail? See the full comparison chart

First choose the model. Then choose the package.

Essential

The complete foundation: every core system and finish that makes a Tiny Planet van ready for the road.

OrbitaAuraPulsar

Expedition

More autonomy away from hookups: double the battery bank, undermount A/C, winterized water and upgraded suspension.

OrbitaAuraPulsar

Max

Maximum sleeping space: a lift bed and rooftop tent on top of the Expedition systems.

OrbitaPulsar

Found a favorite?

Book a 30-minute call and we’ll walk you through that model and price the exact configuration you have in mind.

Orbita

Starting at $237,250

Our Flagship, Proven Around the World

Orbita is our flagship, proven across 3 continents and 25,000 miles on the round-the-world expedition. Its 170″ interior is built around a convertible dinette that turns into a California king-size bed, so one space works for dining, guests and sleeping.

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Aura

Price on request

A Permanent Bed, Always Ready

Aura uses the full 170″ Sprinter for a queen-size bed that stays made and never needs converting. A dedicated lounge and dining area and a generously sized galley kitchen keep every space ready throughout the day.

Coming soonBrochure coming soon
Aura permanent queen-size bed with a view through the rear doorsAura 3D interior cutaway

Pulsar

Starting at $232,250

Compact and Built for Serious Off-Road

At 144″, Pulsar is our most agile van, made for demanding off-road routes and narrow roads. Its dinette converts to a queen-size bed, and you can choose a version with a shower or without one.

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Why Tiny Planet?

Technology
Autonomy
Design
Integrated next-generation systems designed as one intelligent smart ecosystem. Delivering the seamless comfort of a five-star hotel in any environment.
True self-sufficient independence designed for extended off-grid living. Built to support long-distance travel across climates without relying on infrastructure
Architectural interiors shaped by refined aesthetics and premium materials. A cohesive space designed to feel truly like home.
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Tiny Planet’s founders lived in the van full-time with their toddler — refining every system through real-world experience.
6 months
3 continents

Proven on The Round-the-World Expedition

25,000 miles

The Architecture of Comfort

Not a collection of features, but a complete home, engineered once and arranged three ways. Here is what you get in every Tiny Planet van, and where the models differ.

Induction cooktop in a Tiny Planet galley kitchen

A real residential kitchen

Orbita
65″ galley
Aura
83″ galley
Pulsar
45″ galley
Enclosed indoor shower in a Tiny Planet van

A spa bathroom with a sliding toilet

In every model: a hidden “genius” toilet compartment with a waterless Separett toilet, instant hot water and an outdoor shower for after the hike or the beach.

Orbita
Enclosed indoor shower
Aura
Enclosed indoor shower
Pulsar
Enclosed indoor shower (Shower layout only)
Dinette with a table inside a Tiny Planet van

Three ways to sleep

Orbita
Dinette by day, California king-size bed by night: the hydraulic table lowers to form part of the bed. Orbita Max adds a lift bed and rooftop tent and sleeps up to 7
Aura
A permanent queen-size bed that never needs converting, plus a separate lounge with a swivel table
Pulsar
Dinette converts to a queen-size bed: the hydraulic table lowers to form part of the bed. Pulsar Max adds a lift bed and rooftop tent and sleeps up to 7
Bare feet on the heated floor of a Tiny Planet van

Four seasons, fully off the grid

Identical in all three models: heated floors, RIXEN’S hydronic heating, instant hot water, a Victron power system with 600W solar, and Starlink. The package, not the model, decides how far you can go.

Essential
460Ah lithium battery and a 12V rooftop A/C
Expedition
920Ah lithium battery, undermount A/C, winterized water system and a smart-home touchscreen
Max
Everything in Expedition, plus a lift bed and rooftop tent

Orbita and Pulsar come in all three packages. Aura comes as Essential and Expedition.

Explore all features

Open any card below to see how each system works.

Full Residential Kitchen

01/12

SPA Bathroom with a sliding toilet

02/12

Convertible/Lifted bed options

03/12

Smart home ecosystem

04/12

Fully Self-Sufficient Lithium Power

05/12

Off-Grid Air Conditioning

06/12

Four-Season Hydronic Heating

07/12

Starlink Satellite Internet

08/12

Off-road performance

09/12

360° Security System

10/12

Rooftop sunset lounge

11/12

Second-Level Sleeping Loft

12/12
Full Residential Kitchen
SPA Bathroom with a sliding toilet
Convertible/Lifted bed options
Smart home ecosystem
Fully Self-Sufficient Lithium Power
Off-Grid Air Conditioning
Four-Season Hydronic Heating
Starlink Satellite Internet
Off-road performance
360° Security System
Rooftop sunset lounge
Second-Level Sleeping Loft
Designed for everyday living, not occasional camping. With generous counter space and residential-style appliances, the kitchen makes it easy to prepare everything from a quick breakfast to a full dinner on the road.
Full residential kitchen
Highlights
  • Induction cooktop
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave / oven combo
  • 12V refrigerator
  • Generous countertop space
  • Integrated pantry storage
Designed around one simple idea: you shouldn't have to compromise. Our signature sliding toilet disappears when not in use, creating a spacious walk-in shower while preserving full bathroom functionality. Paired with an ultra-efficient shower system, it allows for long, comfortable showers without quickly draining your fresh water supply.
SPA bathroom
Highlights
  • Signature sliding toilet system
  • Spacious walk-in shower
  • Flat shower pan with four drains
  • 0.4 GPM water-saving shower head
  • Up to 100 minutes of shower time
  • Hot water on demand
Designed to adapt throughout the day. Orbita's hydraulic table system allows the dinette to transform from a comfortable lounge into a full sleeping area in seconds — and back again just as easily. An optional folding backrest creates a true sofa experience, making the space equally comfortable for dining, relaxing, working, or entertaining
Convertible bed
Highlights
  • Converts from lounge to bed in seconds
  • Hydraulic table mechanism
  • Optional folding sofa backrest
  • Comfortable seating for dining and relaxing
  • Spacious sleeping surface
  • Optional Lifted Bed and Pop-Up Roof Tent
Monitor and control key van systems from a single intuitive interface. Climate, lighting, power, water levels, and other essential functions are easily accessible, helping simplify everyday life on the road.
Smart Home Ecosystem
Highlights
  • Centralized system controls
  • Climate management
  • Multi-zone lighting control
  • Battery and energy monitoring
  • Fresh and grey water monitoring
  • Custom lighting scenes
  • Security camera display and monitoring
  • Starlink connectivity integration
Designed to support extended off-grid living without relying on campground hookups. A high-capacity lithium battery system, solar charging, alternator charging, and shore power integration work together to keep essential systems running wherever your journey takes you.
Fully Self-Sufficient Lithium Power
Highlights
  • High-capacity lithium battery system
  • Solar charging system
  • Alternator charging while driving
  • Shore power charging capability
  • Power for air conditioning and everyday appliances
  • Designed for extended off-grid travel
Air conditioning without compromise. Orbita's efficient 12V climate system is designed to run from the van's own energy ecosystem, making it possible to enjoy cooling comfort indefinitely without relying on generators or campground hookups.
Off-grid Air Conditioning
Highlights
  • True off-grid air conditioning
  • Designed for continuous operation
  • Whisper-quiet performance
  • No generator required
  • No campground hookups required
Designed for true year-round travel, Orbita's integrated hydronic system heats the air, water, and floors from a single source. Combined with heated fresh and grey water tanks, heated plumbing, and heated shower floors, it helps keep the van comfortable and functional even in freezing temperatures
Four-Season Hydronic Heating
Highlights
  • True four-season capability
  • Heated floors throughout the van, including the shower
  • Heated fresh water tank
  • Heated grey water tank
  • Heated plumbing system
  • Consistent residential-style heat
Stay connected far beyond traditional coverage areas. Integrated Starlink internet makes it possible to work remotely, stream content, stay in touch with family, and access online services from some of the most remote destinations.
Starlink Satelite Internet
Highlights
  • High-speed satellite internet
  • Coverage far beyond cellular networks
  • Supports remote work and video calls
  • Integrated roof-mounted system
  • Reliable connectivity on the road
  • Stay connected from almost anywhere
Adventure often begins where the pavement ends. Designed to take you beyond crowded campgrounds and paved roads. Upgraded suspension, all-terrain tires, and enhanced ground clearance provide the confidence to explore remote destinations while maintaining comfort behind the wheel.
Off-road Performance
Highlights
  • Upgraded suspension system
  • All-terrain tires
  • Enhanced ground clearance
  • All-wheel drive platform
  • Improved ride quality on rough roads
  • Access to remote destinations
Your eyes around the van, even when you're not there. The integrated camera system provides complete visibility around the vehicle, allowing you to check your surroundings from inside the van or remotely from anywhere using your smartphone.
360° Security System
Highlights
  • Complete 360° visibility
  • Live camera feeds inside the van
  • Remote smartphone access
  • Monitor the van from anywhere
  • Added security at campsites
  • Peace of mind while away
The rooftop lounge features a unique backrest that functions as both a comfortable seatback and a solar panel, transforming the roof into a relaxing observation deck while generating power for life off-grid.
Rooftop Sunset Lounge
Highlights
  • Solar panel and backrest in one design
  • Comfortable rooftop seating
  • Elevated views and sunsets
  • Additional solar charging capability
  • Stargazing platform
  • Thoughtful multi-functional design
Expand your living space without increasing your van's size. The pop-up sleeping loft creates a separate elevated retreat for sleeping, relaxing, reading, or enjoying the view, while keeping the main living area below fully functional.
Second-Level Sleeping Loft
Highlights
  • Sleeps two adults
  • Private elevated retreat
  • Panoramic views from the upper level
  • Daytime lounge and relaxation space
  • Separate sleeping zone for children or guests
  • Included in Orbita max

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Questions we hear most

What is the main difference between Orbita, Aura and Pulsar?

Orbita (170″) is our flagship, proven on the round-the-world expedition. Its dinette turns into a California king-size bed, so one space works for dining, guests and sleeping. Aura (170″) has a permanent queen-size bed that never needs converting, plus a separate lounge. Pulsar (144″) is the compact model built for serious off-road: its dinette converts to a queen-size bed, and you can choose a version with or without an indoor shower.

Which model is best for a couple? For a family?

Couples who travel for weeks at a time usually love Aura: there is nothing to set up at night. Couples who want the most agile van choose Pulsar. Families, or anyone who hosts grandkids and friends, usually choose Orbita; Orbita Max sleeps up to 7.

What do Essential, Expedition and Max mean?

They are packages, and they work the same way on every model. Essential is the complete foundation. Expedition adds the bigger battery bank, undermount A/C, winterized water, a smart-home system and upgraded suspension for longer trips off the grid. Max includes everything in Expedition and adds a lift bed and rooftop tent for more sleeping space. Orbita and Pulsar come in all three packages; Aura comes as Aura Essential and Aura Expedition because its bed is permanent.

How much does a Tiny Planet van cost?

Prices include the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. Pulsar starts at $232,250 and Orbita at $237,250; Orbita Expedition, Orbita Max, Pulsar Expedition and Pulsar Max are priced in the comparison chart. Aura pricing is available on request. On a short call we can price the exact configuration you have in mind.

Can I see a van in person?

Yes, by appointment at our home base, 8866 Fruitridge Rd, Sacramento, California. Book a call and we’ll arrange a visit.

What happens on the 30-minute call?

It’s a relaxed conversation with our team on Zoom. We’ll talk about how you like to travel, help you choose the right model and package, and give you clarity on budget and timeline. No pressure and no obligation.

Let’s choose your van together.

Book a focused 30-minute call with our team. Tell us how you travel and we’ll walk you through the models and packages that fit.

  • Define the right model and configuration for you
  • Get clarity on the budget and timeline
  • Understand if Tiny Planet is the right fit, with no pressure
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