Charter Bus Rentals for Summer Camps in West Des Moines

When you book with West Des Moines Charter Bus, you get a company that has handled hundreds of trips just like yours. We understand the unique challenges of running a summer camp—tight schedules, multiple age groups, last-minute changes—and we know how important it is to have a transportation partner who gets it right the first time. Need to run a loop through several neighborhoods in West Des Moines, Waukee, or Clive before heading out to camp? We’ll map out the most efficient route and stick to your timetable. Taking the whole camp on a field trip to the Science Center of Iowa or Big Creek State Park? We’ll make sure everyone arrives together and on schedule. Our fleet includes vehicles of every size—from minibuses that seat 18, 20, or 25 passengers to full-size 56-passenger charter buses—so you can match the vehicle to the size of your group. And if you’re running a weeklong overnight camp out of town, we’ll put together a package that covers all your transportation needs from start to finish. 

Today’s charter buses come loaded with features that make even the longest ride fly by. Keep kids entertained on the drive out to camp with flat-screen monitors playing movies like “The Parent Trap” or “Camp Rock,” while older campers can plug into Wi-Fi to stream music or share videos from last night’s talent show. Individual power outlets at each seat mean nobody runs out of battery before you hit I-235 or Grand Avenue, and cushioned reclining seats give everyone space to relax after a busy day of swimming at Valley View Aquatic Center or hiking at Brown’s Woods. On longer trips—like overnights to Ledges State Park or multi-day excursions to Minneapolis—restroom-equipped models cut down on pit stops so you stay on schedule. It’s a level of comfort no yellow school bus can match, and it makes a real difference when you’re trying to keep a busload of campers happy from drop-off to pickup.

No summer camp experience is complete without a few off-site adventures, whether it’s a day hike through Raccoon River Park, a beach outing to Gray’s Lake, or a cultural excursion to the Iowa State Capitol. Upgrade your next field trip with private charter bus transportation that keeps the whole group together from start to finish. Unlike traditional school buses, charter buses come equipped with amenities like air conditioning, entertainment systems, and onboard restrooms—perfect for longer outings to places like the Neal Smith National Wildlife Refuge or the Bridges of Madison County. With a driver handling all the navigation and parking, counselors are free to focus on supervising campers and leading activities. Plus, having a bus waiting at the trailhead or museum entrance means you can stick to your itinerary without relying on public transit or carpooling through downtown traffic.