BORN FROM PASSION

Virungo is a family of exceptional camper conversions for pick-ups, created based on over 20 years of experience in off-road travel to the farthest corners of the world. Each Virungo unit is made in Poland, to individual order, with attention to detail and using the best available components.

All versions share a common DNA: a lightweight aluminum structure, inside-outside architecture, and true off-road capabilities. The different versions are a response to the varying expectations of travelers.

Virungo Evo 2 – mounting directly to the frame (OEM Frame Bolt-On)

The factory pickup truck bed is removed and replaced with a complete Virungo enclosure, mounted directly to the original mounting points on the vehicle's frame. The enclosure utilizes the same locations as the factory bed, without the need for drilling, welding, or permanent modifications to the vehicle's structure. This form of mounting provides the greatest living and cargo space.

Virungo XXL – camper for full-size vehicles

The XXL model is based on the same installation principles but is designed for larger full-size vehicles, such as the RAM 1500/2500, Toyota Tundra, or Ford F-150. In short – bigger can do more. The XXL version offers more space, additional features, and higher living comfort while still maintaining a lightweight construction and full off-road capabilities.

Virungo Flat Bed Camper – camper on a flat platform.

The factory cargo box is replaced with a flat-bed platform, on which the living module is mounted. The standalone Virungo camping module can be quickly and easily removed, and the vehicle is ready for other uses.

Flat-bed platform – also available independently

Offers clear advantages over a standard pick-up truck bed – a larger and completely flat floor area, openable and removable sides, additional side storage boxes, and a large drawer at the back. The Flat-bed platform also serves as a base for mounting the dedicated Virungo living capsule.

Virungo Slip On [in design]

The Virungo enclosure is placed directly inside the factory cargo box as an easily removable slip-on module that essentially serves as the pick-up's load. The original box remains on the vehicle, and the living module can be removed at any time, allowing the pick-up to be used for other purposes. This solution requires no modifications to the vehicle, but it offers less interior space within the Virungo.

FUNCTIONALITY VIRUNGO.

Dual Use Concept – Inside–Outside.

This is a unique approach to designing expedition structures that combines the functionality of indoor and outdoor spaces into one cohesive system. From the very beginning, we knew we wanted to create a solution that allows for kitchen use both outdoors and inside the vehicle. During beautiful weather, we can cook and spend time outside, and when the weather turns for the worse, we can quickly take shelter inside and prepare a meal in a comfortable, warm space.

Comfort for the family.

Virungo has been designed with families in mind, providing space for three people. The large upper bed, which serves as the main bedroom, can be lifted to the ceiling during the day, allowing the lower area to remain fully functional. Below, there is a pull-out sofa (180 × 60 cm), which serves as an additional sleeping space, along with a convenient kitchen featuring cabinets, a refrigerator, and a sink. Importantly, even with the upper bed lowered, the lower space can still be used – to make coffee, have breakfast, or work.

Innovative design.

Aluminum, self-supporting structure, where each element – shelf, cabinet, bed, or tent structure – also serves a load-bearing function, ensuring very low weight. These interpenetrating solids and planes provide high stiffness and durability while maintaining low mass.

Tent.

The raised roof of the Virungo is a structure crafted with attention to every detail. The triangular (clamshell) shape ensures stability and durability even in the strongest winds. The double-layered covering made of cotton-polyester fabric combines breathability with strength and waterproofing while providing better thermal insulation. Additionally, it features PVC windows, a very dense mosquito net, and a truly royal mattress made of two layers of foam with different hardness levels, enhancing the sense of comfort.

Winter.

All key systems – water, gas, electricity – are located within the living space, and critical areas are secured and insulated against low temperatures. Large wall surfaces are lined with rubber foam and needle-punched felt, while a double-layer tent provides enhanced insulation. The entire interior is heated by an efficient air heating system.

Off-road.

The bodywork does not detract from the pickup's off-road character. The lightweight construction and low center of gravity do not disrupt the weight distribution. The shape of the bodywork only slightly affects the height and width of the vehicle, and the maintained departure angle allows for confident off-road driving.

Rear bumper.

The steel-aluminum construction integrates lighting, recovery points, and a hitch mount, while the shaped corners protect the body during off-road maneuvers.

Cargo space.

Removing the factory pickup box has allowed for a large, fully utilized space without loss on the sides and wheel arches. This means we offer the largest cargo space in its class. In the Virungo, bags, backpacks, and sports equipment fit in easily. Everything has its place and remains easily accessible in any situation.

External storage.

It’s the perfect place for items you want to keep handy, such as ropes, tapes, tools, or other essentials needed during expeditions. The storage compartments are lockable and waterproof, ensuring the contents remain safe even in challenging conditions.

Custom build.

 
Each Virungo is made 100% in Poland, tailored to individual orders with attention to the smallest details. The entire design can be aesthetically matched to the car by choosing the color and type of paint, the shade of the tent fabric, and finishing details, as well as configuring the equipment to fully meet the owner's expectations.

Comfort

· Thermal and acoustic insulation
· Wooden interior finish details
· Dual-layer foam mattresses
· LED interior lighting
· USB sockets
· 230V sockets

Outdoors

· Full access to the kitchen with water and sink
· Hella exterior lighting
· 270-degree Quick Pitch awning
· Quick Pitch shower cabin
· Lilie outdoor shower
· Spare wheel arm [option]
· Bicycle rack [option]
· Camping table [option]

Water and heating

· Water tank 53l [optionally 2x 53l]
· Pundmann Therm 15L boiler
· Autoterm Air 2D heating + Comfort Control
· Lilie Softseries pump 11l/min
· CERTEC drinking water filter
· Lilie shower and outdoor tap
· All components of the Lilie water installation

Kitchen

· CADAC or PRIMUS two-burner stove
· GasBank SLIM DUO 5kg bottle
· GOK gas installation components
· Dometic NRX 60C refrigerator
· Carbest internal sink with lid and tap

Electricity

· Redarc Manager 30 + RedVision [option Redarc Manager Alpha 50]
· Redarc TVMS Rogue
· Renogy Pro 200 Ah LiFePo4 battery
· Renogy ShadowFlux 240 W solar panels
· Renogy 2000W Pure Sine inverter

Camper equipment.

All equipment elements represent the absolute world top in their areas. We use only the highest quality solutions that ensure stress-free use in the toughest conditions. Like many other elements in Virungo, the additional equipment can also be customized to individual requirements.

Comfort

·  Thermal and acoustic insulation
·  Wooden interior finishing details
·  Dual-layer foam mattresses
·  LED interior lighting
·  USB sockets
·  230V sockets

Outdoors

·  Full access to the kitchen with water and sink
·  Hella outdoor lighting
·  270-degree Quick Pitch awning
·  Quick Pitch shower cabin
·  Outdoor shower Lilies
·  Spare wheel arm [option]
·  Bicycle rack [option]
·  Camping table [option]

Water and heating

· Water tank 53l [optionally 2x 53l]
· Pundmann Therm 15L boiler
· Autoterm Air 2D heating + Comfort Control
· Lilie Softseries pump 11l/min
· CERTEC drinking water filter
· Lilie outdoor shower and faucet
· All components of the Lilie water installation

Kitchen

· CADAC or PRIMUS two-burner stove
· GasBank SLIM DUO 5kg cylinder
· GOK gas installation components
· Dometic NRX 60C refrigerator
· Carbest internal sink with cover and faucet

Electricity

· Redarc Manager 30 + RedVision [option Redarc Manager Alpha 50]
· Redarc TVMS Rogue
· Renogy Pro 200 Ah LiFePo4 battery
· Renogy ShadowFlux 240 W solar panels
· 2000W Pure Sine Inverter Renogy

Camper equipment.

All equipment elements represent the absolute world top in their areas. We use only the highest quality solutions that ensure stress-free use in the most difficult conditions. Like many other elements in Virungo, the additional equipment can also be tailored to individual requirements.

Custom construction.

 
Each Virungo is made 100% in Poland, tailored to individual orders and with attention to the smallest details. The entire setup can be aesthetically matched with the vehicle – by choosing the color and type of paint, the shade of the tent canvas, and finishing details, as well as configuring the equipment to fully meet the owner's expectations.

External storage compartments.

This is the perfect place for items you want to keep handy, such as ropes, straps, tools, or other essentials needed during outings. The compartments are lockable and waterproof, ensuring that the contents remain safe even in harsh conditions.

Cargo space.

Removing the factory pick-up box has created a large, fully utilized space without sacrificing the sides and wheel arches. As a result, we offer the largest cargo space in its class. The Virungo easily accommodates bags, backpacks, and sports equipment. Everything has its place and remains easily accessible in any situation.

Rear bumper.

The steel-aluminum structure integrates lighting, recovery points, and hitch mounting, while the contoured corners protect the setup during off-road maneuvers.

Off-road.

The bodywork does not detract from the pick-up's off-road character. Its lightweight construction and low center of gravity do not disturb the mass distribution. The shape of the bodywork only slightly affects the height and width of the vehicle, and the preserved approach angle allows for confident off-road driving.

Winter.

All key systems – water, gas, electricity – are located inside the living space, and critical areas are secured and insulated against low temperatures. Large wall surfaces are lined with rubber foam and needled felt, and a double-layer tent provides enhanced insulation. The entire interior is heated by an efficient air heating system.

Tent.

The raised roof of the Virungo is a structure crafted with attention to every detail. The triangular (clamshell) shape guarantees stability and durability even in the strongest winds. The double-layer cover made of cotton-polyester fabric combines breathability with durability and waterproofing, providing better thermal insulation. Additionally, there are PVC windows, a very dense mosquito net, and a truly royal mattress made of two layers of foam with different firmness, which enhances the sense of comfort.

Innovative design.

Aluminum, self-supporting structure, where each element – shelves, cabinets, bed, or tent structure – also serves a load-bearing function, ensuring very low weight. These interpenetrating volumes and planes provide high stiffness and durability while maintaining a low mass.

Comfort for the family.

Virungo has been designed with families in mind, providing space for three people. The large upper bed, which serves as the main bedroom, can be lifted up to the ceiling during the day, allowing the lower area to remain fully functional. Below, there is a foldable sofa (180 × 60 cm) that serves as an extra sleeping space, along with a convenient kitchen equipped with cabinets, a refrigerator, and a sink. Importantly, even with the upper bed lowered, the lower space can still be used – to make coffee, have breakfast, or work.

Dual Use Concept – Inside–Outside.

This is a unique approach to designing expedition structures that combines the functionality of both indoor and outdoor spaces into one cohesive system. From the very beginning, we knew we wanted to create a solution that allows for cooking in both the fresh air and inside the vehicle. During beautiful weather, we can cook and spend time outside, and when the weather turns for the worse, we can quickly retreat inside and prepare a meal in a comfortable, warm space.

FUNCTIONALITY VIRUNGO.

WE ARE SHINING A LIGHT ONVIRUNGOON YOUTUBE

BLUEPHOTO-PL Photographer on the road

WHAT BUILDING FOR THE EXPEDITION?

Wojtek from Bez Asfaltu 4x4 presents a modular approach based on a box structure, allowing for gradual vehicle expansion. Marcin from Virungo introduces an integrated living module that combines interior functionality with the availability of external elements. The comparison analyzes the practical advantages of both solutions for off-road expedition enthusiasts.

EVO2

Land Cruiser Adventure Club

THE BEST EXPEDITION CAMPER IN THE WORLD - FROM THE INSIDE

Marcin Łobodziński from Land Cruiser Adventure Club talks with Marcin Gerc about the concept of a lightweight, self-supporting expedition camper. In the film, you will learn about the project's principles, see the interior, and discover what makes Virungo one of the best solutions in the world.

BLUEPHOTO-PL Photographer on the Road

RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURE FOR EXPEDITION

Irek Rek from the Bluephoto-PL channel checks out a structure that you can actually live in. Lightweight, compact, and fully functional – it performs well even in tough terrain. Marcin Gerc explains how it differs from traditional solutions and why it can replace a rooftop tent and drawer systems.

TERENWIZJA

VIRUNGO ON TERENWIZJA - WHAT'S CRUNCHING IN THE MUD #52

Virungo is featured on the Terenwizja channel – the most popular source of knowledge about off-roading and 4x4 travel in Poland. In this episode, you will see a detailed presentation of the build and the concept behind it. Marcin Gerc explains why it was worth creating something completely new and how this project performs in the field – from muddy trails to longer family trips.

See sessions of all modelsVIRUNGO

MARCIN OLESIŃSKI

HANGAMO,

TENT AND TEXTILES

ADAM AND MICHAŁ

GORILLA CUSTOMS,

PRODUCTION

MARCIN GERC

CREATOR OF THE VIRUNGO CONCEPT,

CONTACT WITH CLIENTS

"For Virungo, we are preparing a rooftop tent and all the textiles. I have been traveling the world for over thirty years. I have slept in jungles with tigers, tracked elephants in India, shaken scorpions out of my shoes in the Sahara, and raced kangaroos in the Australian mountains. In my backpack, there is always a reliable camera, a few lenses, and spare films. In 2017, I founded Hangamo – a workshop whose goal from the beginning has been to create the best expedition tents in the world."

At Virungo, we are responsible for the entire aluminum structure. We met at the Faculty of Industrial Forms at the Academy of Fine Arts in Krakow, where a shared passion for design and automotive brought us together. From the very beginning, we were fascinated by automotive design – both conceptually and practically. After graduation, we worked together on creating off-road builds and campervans, gaining valuable experience in tailor-made projects. In 2018, we founded the Gorilla Customs brand – a place where the passion for creation meets precision in execution. Today, we design and build increasingly advanced off-road structures.

For twenty years, I have been traveling off the beaten paths. Overlanding is my passion and a way to explore the world. I have often buried my 4x4 in the sands of the Sahara, changed flat tires in the Atlas Mountains, traversed the rainy Kola Peninsula, and crossed the sun-baked steppes of Kazakhstan. I started with an old Land Rover with an empty trunk, and over the years, I have tested almost every possible configuration of expedition vehicles. From these experiences, Virungo was born.

VIRUNGO TEAM

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