Small group adventure travel
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Payal Pingle
San Ramon, CA Travel Agent· 2 Years of Experience
The Wanderlust Escapes, an independent agent with Nexion, LLC, a Travel Leaders Network Affiliate Agency
5.0
(16)
100% Recommended
Booking our Cabo trip with Payal was a wonderful experience. She handled every detail seamlessly from start to finish and even checked in with us during... Read More >
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Europe, AfricaInterests:
Cycling, Safari, Women's Travel, Adventure, Eco-TourismSuppliers:
National Geographic Expeditions, Hurtigruten, Kensington, Abercrombie & Kent, BackroadsAbout Me
Chasing Views, Not Crowds
Active and adventure travel isn’t a trend — it’s a way of exploring the world that’s here to stay.
I specialize in adventure-focused travel experiences designed for travelers who want more than sightseeing. From cycling adventures in the Baltics, Girona, and the Catalonian Coast, to guided biking tours in Vietnam, I help match you with the right destination, travel partner, and itinerary that fits your pace and passion.
Prefer to explore on foot? Think hiking in the Dolomites, walking the ancient trails of Cappadocia, trekking to Everest Base Camp, or coastal walks on the Greek Islands and the Amalfi Coast with expert guides and unforgettable scenery every step of the way.For wildlife lovers, I also curate once-in-a-lifetime adventure travel including gorilla trekking in Africa, safari experiences in the Masai Mara, and wildlife discovery journeys in Borneo.
Join one of the custom adventure group trips already planned. Message me for details and let’s start planning your next adventure.
Areas of expertise
Destinations:
Europe, AfricaInterests:
Cycling, Safari, Women's Travel, Adventure, Eco-TourismSuppliers:
National Geographic Expeditions, Hurtigruten, Kensington, Abercrombie & Kent, BackroadsREVIEWS
Rating: 5.0
16 reviews
100% Recommended
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A very smooth and a well planned trip
Reviewed By Lakshmi - Pleasanton, CA | Traveled to Cabo San Lucas | Baja California Sur | Mexico
Booking our Cabo trip with Payal was a wonderful experience. She handled every detail seamlessly from start to finish and even checked in with us during the trip to ensure everything was going well. She also arranged a thoughtful surprise amenity in our room — a bottle of champagne to celebrate ????
???The resort was beautiful and relaxing, with highly professional and attentive staff. We thoroughly enjoyed the diverse cuisines, endless drinks, and lively evenings of dancing at the club.
It was truly a memorable, fun-filled getaway. I would highly recommend Payal to friends, family, and anyone planning their upcoming trips or tours.
Lakshmi Kamalapur
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Trip to Puerto Vallarta
Reviewed By Sony - Cupertino, CA | Traveled to Puerto Vallarta | Jalisco | Mexico
Payal is an outstanding travel agent. She helped us book our trip to Puerto Vallarta on very short notice and handled every hiccup along the way efficiently, without needing to involve us. She is hardworking, reliable, and truly ensures a seamless travel experience. Thank you, Payal, for your excellent service.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Best Las Vegas Trip
Reviewed By Priya - CA | Traveled to Las Vegas | Nevada | USA
I’ve had the pleasure of working with Payal for the second time, and once again, she made travel planning completely stress-free.
With a busy work schedule, I barely had time to think about planning a trip, let alone research flights, hotels, and things to do. I reached out to Payal, and she handled everything seamlessly, from booking my Vegas flights and hotel to suggesting great excursions that fit perfectly with what I wanted.
Life can get overwhelming, and having someone you trust to take care of all the details makes such a difference. I never had to worry about logistics — I could just enjoy the trip. If you’re short on time or don’t want the stress of planning, I highly recommend Payal. I will absolutely be working with her again to plan my next getaway.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Travel planning made easy
Reviewed By Tejal - San Francisco | Traveled to Jamaica | Caribbean
I highly recommend Payal, a local travel advisor who has completely changed how I plan trips. She helped us with our Jamaica trip and made the entire process effortless with her thoughtful, detail-oriented approach, strong global network, and ability to tailor travel to your pace and priorities. If travel planning feels overwhelming, working with her is a true game-changer.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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Awesome trip
Reviewed By Yash - Los Angeles, CA | Traveled to Peru | South America
It was absolutely fantastic! Everything was PERFECT — the panoramic train, the hotels, the guides… every detail.
We felt so taken care of the entire trip. I can’t thank you enough for planning this experience for us.
✓ I would recommend this agent to my family and friends.
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