Next Adventure, Inc. - Berkeley, California

Laura S. S.

Next Adventure made planning our honeymoon trip so incredibly easy and enjoyable! After briefly discussing what we were looking for in a trip, Next Adventure put together the perfect trip that included all the elements we were looking for! Both lodges, while incredibly different, were so beautiful and perfect in their own ways. The transportation between lodges and airports was seamless, thanks to Next Adventure. We didn’t have to worry about anything for a minute of our trip! We couldn’t have asked for anything more. The packing list, duffel bag, and booklet outlining our trip made preparing and packing for our safari super easy!

Amy D.

*NOT SPONSORED POST* WOW. Trying to think of the words to describe how incredible this trip was but more importantly, how amazing Next Adventure is. This trip would NOT have been the same without them. There is such a depth of knowledge, expertise and honest opinion that was so incredibly appreciated. When we originally spoke to Jeremy at Next Adventure, we had no idea what we really wanted and put all of our faith in him. BOY did next adventure deliver. Not only was our trip to incredibly special, the places we stayed at were truly boutique, local and one of a kind. We felt completely immersed in Kenyan culture and were taken care of completely during our entire two weeks. I would without a doubt recommend the team at Next Adventure to anyone else who is looking to go to Africa. I will absolutely be going again and will absolutely be in touch with the folks at Next Adventure. Maisha Marefu <3

Julie B.

this was a trip of a lifetime. what an experience! from the airport pickup to each and every day on safari. so many experiences and having such a knowledgeable guide gave us such a wealth of information and context. the accomodations were excellent, the food delicious. next adventure created a wonderful trip for us. jeremy and kili helped us design the perfect trip. thank you so much for making such an unforgettable experience!

Michele M.

What a wonderful experience!! There was clearly a very high level of detail in the planning for this trip. Traveling to Africa for the first time was intimidating and we felt that your partners abroad always helped us know what to expect and made us feel safe. The preparation calls and information provided were both very helpful in making sure we were prepared with the correct documents and made everything go very smoothly.

The accommodations, food, and especially the people were so wonderful and details we would have never even considered were well thought out. The weather seemed to cooperate beautifully (and so did my hair)! We did get a little rain here and there but it was either when we were napping or at night. Mosquitos were minimal and everything else was plentiful!! Samburu was greener that it has been in decades and was so beautiful. Mustafa, our guide at Samburu was fantastic and his excitement often exceeded ours when we encountered the wildlife there.

Mara Expedition Camp was next level, so beautiful and the people were so welcoming and so much fun. Again, the food was unbelievable and the coffee was extraordinary! Frank, our guide, along with the trainee, Alex, were so much fun. It’s so hard to pick a favorite, but I have to say the mother Cheetah with her four cubs were breathtaking. I

Every day was a great experience and every time we thought it couldn’t get any better, Kenya seemed to show us differently. The end of each game drive presented something magical and the breakfast out on the Mara was unforgettable. Each sunset and sunrise seemed to want to outdo the previous and made for some wonderful pictures.

We would highly recommend Next Adventure and hopefully we get to do this again!!

Karen K.

Our Next Adventure safari was a trip of a lifetime with so many memorable moments. How could we forget the roar of lions outside our tent cabin at night, being charged by an elephant (we escaped unscathed!), watching the herds of zebras march toward the water hole by the lodge, and the amazing sunsets while drinking sundowners. We saw the rare Black-Maned Lion of the Central Kalahari Desert and the elusive leopard in the Okavango Delta. Our Kalahari guide Vasco enthusiastically shared his vast knowledge about the animals, birds, plant life and even insects. The accommodations were wonderful with comfortable king-size beds, en-suite bathrooms with showers, and large porches with chairs to relax in after our afternoon game drives. The staffs of both our Botswana camps were friendly, competent and ensured that our every need was met.

Kili McGowan and the Next Adventure team made sure that everything went smoothly from the moment we were met at the airport in Johannesburg to all the connections for our Botswana bush camps to our final airport drop off in Cape Town. Working with Kili was a huge pleasure as we laughed many times as she helped us discover what we truly wanted out of our trip. The guides she chose for us in both South African cities were outstanding, so knowledgeable and interesting. We were impressed with the final itinerary document that was replete with maps, summary timeline, detailed descriptions with photos, in-country air schedule and travel recommendations including how to tip.

We can’t imagine having a better experience planning, booking and going on a custom safari than the experience we had with Next Adventure.

Ingrid H.

Best.Trip.Ever. Jeremy and his team put together a fantastic experience for us in Tanzania and Kenya. Everything from food to accommodations and service was over the top at all five camps and the Kinondu Kwetu resort. We were very impressed that the whole itinerary was seamless, especially considering the number of places we stayed at. From pick ups and drop offs to flights, there was never any question or concern at each stage. There are really no words or pictures to describe it as it was just so amazing.

Bianca S.

Absolutely amazing experience from start to finish! Kili and Jeremy set up an amazing itinerary in South Africa with every detail planned out. We had to postpone the trip twice due to COVID, and they were so understanding, patient, and accommodating. Definitely the trip of a lifetime! Looking forward to planning another safari in the future.

Laura S.

Kili, Jeremy, and the Next Adventure team in California created a trip of a lifetime for me (with only weeks' notice!)! They listened to my dreams and made them a reality. I can't imagine a better team or a better experience for my Uganda adventure. I saw all the wildlife I'd dreamed of, Giraffes, Hippos, Lions, Elephants, Gorillas, and more. I traveled by safari truck and river boat as well as by foot on incredible hikes. And I experienced such luxury and service at the amazing lodges! I'll be forever grateful for my amazing adventure!