The jargon of guided RV travel, explained.
- Caravan
- A group of RVs travelling together on a planned route. In this section it usually means a guided, escorted trip.
- Wagon master / TrekMaster / tour leader
- The lead person who runs the schedule and briefings. Titles vary by operator.
- Tail gunner / TailGunner
- The person who travels at the back to help anyone who has a problem. Ask exactly what help is provided.
- Rally
- A short, event-centred gathering of RVs, often in one location.
- Toad / towed vehicle
- A car towed behind a motorhome. It adds to your total length.
- Total length
- The full length of your rig, including any tow vehicle and trailer or towed car. Ferries price by it.
- Full hookups
- A campsite with electricity, water and sewer.
- Dry camping / boondocking
- Camping without hookups.
- Shoulder season
- The period just before or after the main summer season.
- Commercial group fee
- The park admission rate paid by tour operators for groups. The Parks Canada Discovery Pass does not apply to commercial groups.
- Length supplement
- An extra ferry or campground charge based on your rig’s length.
- Per RV vs per person
- Whether the quoted price is for the whole vehicle or each traveller.
- Free day / rest day
- A day with no scheduled group activity.
- Route book
- A printed or digital guide with directions, stops and campground details.
- Saver fare (BC Ferries)
- A discounted fare on select sailings, booked in advance with conditions.
- Over-height
- A BC Ferries category for vehicles above a set height, including most RVs.
About this guide. This is general planning information, not a recommendation of any operator and not a booking service. Tour prices, itineraries, fees and rules change, so confirm anything that affects your money or safety in writing with the operator, ferry line or park. See our full disclaimer.