The best part about walking out into the wilderness is the feeling you get when you realize you are not racing the sun to be back to the car before dark. It's a sense of being liberated from life's daily trappings. You will not be able to check your email, post to Instagram, or be stuck in traffic. To spend 36 hours in the Mojave Desert is an intimate experience in the changing of light and the rhythm of desert life. Depending on what you and I decide, we might opt for continuous motion, wherein we start in one location and hike until it's time to set up camp, or we can do it basecamp style where we pick a location and spend all of our time bouncing back and forth between camp and whatever peak, canyon, or rock feature your eyes and ambition are drawn to. This used to be a 24hr trip but at the end of every trip everyone has always wanted it to keep on going.
Posted By : emilyfZ5456JT
Travis supported our family to have our first back country camping trip and it was awesome. I don't think we would have spent a full week out without the support he offered, which was very meaningful to our family. He was a great guide and new favorite person of our 5 year old son too. I would totally book another trip with him! Thanks so much <3
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Posted On : 2023-04-25 15:10:15 
Posted By : lag1914
My family of 4 enjoyed an awesome overnight adventure with Travis in the wilds of Joshua Tree National Park. Travis was super easy to work with and very communicative pre-trip. He took care of all the details and all we had to was show up and be ready for adventure. My boys are 15 and 12. It was the 12 year old’s first backpacking experience and Travis was very helpful in getting him set with the proper gear. He found us an amazing remote campsite. We loved bouldering and summiting the next rock after rock for endless unique views. Sunset was amazing, the camping food was good and the tents/sleeping bags warm and cozy. I would recommend this company to anyone looking to explore Joshua tree off the beaten path, learn a ton about all things Mohave desert and have a lot fun doing it.
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Posted On : 2022-12-30 22:07:59
Posted By : anolen3
I had an amazing overnight trip in Joshua Tree with Hollis.
Hollis and I met outside the park and then travelled together to a backcountry camping trail. She was extremely prepared with all the appropriate equipment and gear required for an overnight in the park. We set off on an introductory hike and Hollis shared her extensive knowledge of the local ecology and geology. She found the perfect spot to set up camp and off-load our gear, and then we set out on a longer hike to an abandoned mine. Later we enjoyed a warm meal before bed, and although it was a bit too overcast for star-gazing, we enjoyed the evening listening to a nearby owl and learning more about the park.
The next morning we packed up and enjoyed breakfast with a stunning view, and another hike that involved some more rigorous scrambling / climbing.
The entire experience was amazing and exceeded my expectations. Hollis is skilled, knowledgeable, thoughtful, and (as an added bonus) she is incredibly personable. In real time, she adjusted our trajectory to make sure that the hikes suited my skill level and that I felt safe but challenged. Her curiosity for the natural surroundings was evident, and she shared knowledge that was tailored to my interests (plant medicine). Also, as a solo female traveler, I felt very safe throughout the journey.
Having a guide absolutely elevated my experience in the park and I would recommend a day hike or overnight trip with Wandering Mojave to anyone visiting JT!
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Posted On : 2022-12-29 19:44:46
Posted By : Victoria O
Thank you Travis, this was one of the best bonding experiences our family has ever had.
We were all total trekking/camping novices at the start and usually a lot more comfortable in the city HOWEVER, you really opened our eyes to the joys of the great outdoors. We had an amazing overnight trek, you made it fun, informative & importantly, i felt very safe under you guidance.
For other British families out there, Travis is the absolute real deal - basically California's version of Bear Grylls. Friendly, incredibly passionate about Joshua Tree Park & very knowledgable about all the inhabitants, from the plants to the animals. Highly recommend this trip to any families wishing to experience a truly unique experience with their kids. We loved it 😊 Thank you Travis.
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Posted On : 2022-10-28 19:26:52
Posted By : V6073PCchristinad
Travis was an expert guide, taking me through the beauty of nature and the surroundings and sharing his love of the area in a very inspirational way. He responded very well to my desires and needs, and made me feel at one with nature. It was an exceptional trip and I would really recommend him.
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Posted On : 2022-10-12 11:22:32
Posted By : jennsQ1562RC
Even though our trip to Joshua Tree was in the swelting off-season when Wandering Mojave was officially closed and unable to lead us on a tour, Travis took our call, listened to our interests and limitations, and designed the perfect morning hike for our family. We were struck by his generosity and thorough approach to detail. Not only did he provide a flexible itinerary of amazing sites, but he also advised us on logistics, like how to plan meals and other safety concerns. Left to our own devices, we would have had a very different visit. Our experience was a strong reminder that the right knowledgeable human is SO MUCH better able to help you cultivate the visit you're looking for in comparison to an online search, especially when that human is Travis. Thank you!
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Posted On : 2022-09-02 13:04:23
