Visit our factory in Sacramento

The Tiny Planet team in front of the Sacramento factory with finished vans

100+

Vans built

5 years

Building since 2021

30+

Team members

3

Vans per month

Serial production

How a Tiny Planet van is built

Shower enclosure being assembled in the workshop
Van interior with the electrical and plumbing systems installed
Electrical system being wired in a van
Water lines and pumps installed under the floor
  1. Stage 1

    • Insulation
    • Wiring
    • Heated floors
    • Skylights
    • Grey water tank
    • Fresh water tank
  2. Stage 2

    • Wall panels
    • Shower enclosure
    • Shower
  3. Stage 3

    • HVAC
    • Electrical
    • Kitchen
    • Plumbing
  4. Stage 4

    • Finish work
    • Bed
    • Lighting
    • Outlets
    • Seating
    • Exterior
    • Suspension
    • Last touches

Take the factory tour

YouTuber Jarrod Tocci filmed how a Tiny Planet van gets built, right here in our Sacramento factory.

Inside the Tiny Planet factory in Sacramento

Engineering Behind Every Build

Technology designed for long-term travel, and materials chosen to last.

Hydronic heating

Climate

Warm in January, cool in July, with no generator.

  • Hydronic heating
  • Heated floors
  • 12V air conditioning
  • Climate control
Winterized water system

Water

Running water in any season, with tanks you can check from your screen.

  • Winterized water system
  • Tank monitoring
  • Water-saving shower head
  • Flat shower floor with four drains
Lithium battery bank

Power

Off-grid power you don’t have to think about. Run the A/C and the cooktop without campground hookups.

  • Lithium battery bank
  • Victron electrical system
  • The most compact electrical system
  • Rooftop solar
  • Alternator charging
  • Shore power
  • Power at a glance
Smart Home

Smart controls

The whole van on one screen, and internet far beyond cell coverage.

  • Smart Home
  • Starlink satellite internet
  • 360° camera system
Mercedes-Benz Sprinter AWD

Off-road

Built to go where the pavement ends.

  • Mercedes-Benz Sprinter AWD
  • Upgraded suspension
  • BFGoodrich KO3 tires
  • Expedition roof rack
  • Spare tire on the rear door
Bamboo plywood cabinetry

Materials and build

No lamination, real wood only. Materials typically found in high-end residential interiors rather than traditional RV construction.

  • Bamboo plywood cabinetry
  • Premium drawer slides and hardware
  • Rubio Monocoat natural oil finish
  • Real stone veneer
  • Thermal barrier coating
  • Precision fit and finish
  • Storage in every inch
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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

What you'll see on your visit

Finished vans

Step inside the vans on site that day and try the bed conversion yourself.

Behind the walls

In vans still in the build you can see the wiring, insulation and plumbing that a finished van hides.

Materials up close

Touch the wood and upholstery and compare finishes before you choose yours.

The people who build it

Meet the team and go over the model, package and budget that fit your trips.

Schedule your visit

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Can't make it to Sacramento?

We'll show you the vans on a 30-minute video call, go through the details on screen and give you a realistic number for your build.

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Still choosing a model?

See Orbita, Aura and Pulsar side by side and find the one that fits your travel style.

Compare the vans

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Before you visit

Is the visit free?

Yes, and there's no obligation to order.

How long does a visit take?

About two hours. Most of it is spent inside the vans and on the factory floor, the rest talking through your build.

Which vans will I be able to see?

Whatever is at the factory that day: finished vans waiting for pickup and vans in the build. Tell us which model you're interested in when you book, and we'll let you know what you can see.

Can I bring my family?

Yes, bring everyone who'll travel in the van. It's the best way to check the space works for all of you.

I'm flying in. Which airport is closest?

Sacramento International Airport (SMF). Mention your travel dates when you book and we'll find a time that fits.

I can't come to Sacramento. What are my options?

Book a 30-minute video call. We'll go through the models on screen and give you a realistic number. Book a call