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Niki
Hi, I’m Niki
SXT Adventures started because I wanted to travel with friends instead of strangers. Today I still hand-pick every itinerary, vet every operator, and lead as many departures as I can in person. The trips I’m not on, I’ve scouted myself. When you reach out, you get a real person who knows the trip, often me.
Small groups, honest answers, and the kind of pre-trip detail you didn’t know to ask for. That’s the whole thing. Keith and Jeff round out our small team — meet everyone.
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Tanzania (Arusha, Tarangire, Serengeti & Ngorongoro) · October 12-19, 2026
More than a safari. This is an exclusive, hosted East Africa design expedition. You will experience Tanzania's greatest wildlife country, Tarangire, the Serengeti, and the Ngorongoro Crater, with a stay at the iconic Gibb's Farm, expert guiding on every game drive, and hand-selected lodges and camps. Travel alongside our team as we help shape the future of SXT's Africa journeys, with founding-member access and behind-the-scenes experiences you will not find on a standard departure. You can also extend your journey with an optional chimpanzee trek in the remote Mahale Mountains on Lake Tanganyika.
From $7,995.00
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Real reviews from real travelers
Real reviews from real trips, repeat travelers, first-timers, and everyone in between.
“I recently returned home from my second international trip with SXT Adventures. It was wonderful! and I was not ready to come home to say the least!!! I felt supported and taken care of the entire time. Niki has superb attention to detail and is very in-tune with the needs and desires of the group. She took care of everything you can think of from the planning side as well as flight check in and outside activities and dinners. I highly recommend you book a trip with SXT Adventures stat!”

Ginger C.
Cleveland, Ohio
“Just did a live aboard on the Aqua Cat in the Bahamas. This was truly the best vacation I have ever been on. Great people, food and the diving was epic. Thank you Niki and Scuba X Travel. This is the only way to travel and have amazing experiences. Excited to travel the world with you.”

Tracy S.
Jurupa Valley, California
“Just did a trip with Rusty and Niki and could not ask for a better experience. The trip was awesome and the service was top notch. Niki covers every detail and then some, making sure no stone is left unturned. If you want service you have only dreamed about to this point, use SXT and your dreams will be a reality!! It was an incredibly easy and stress free experience and I will absolutely use them in the future for my travel needs. Thank you Niki for a phenomenal trip.”

John A.
Island of Oahu
Past expeditions
We’re not booking from a catalog. Read the day-by-day recaps, photos, and traveler stories from expeditions we’ve personally led.
Every trip fills albums worth of memories, reefs, sunsets, new friends, and the kind of photos you actually want on your wall.

January 2024 · Philippines
Our group and the Amun Ini crew, who made the week.
Photo: Rusty Berry

April 2025 · Turks & Caicos
They are curious for about four seconds and then bored of you.
Photo: Justin Daniels
The Bahamas · April 3–10, 2027
GUEST FAVORITE! This Bahamas diving trip is designed for ocean lovers looking to explore some of the most vibrant and diverse underwater landscapes in the Caribbean. Expect crystal-clear waters, healthy coral reefs, and unforgettable dive sites ranging from colorful shallow reefs to dramatic drop-offs. Between dives, there’s time to relax on pristine beaches, enjoy the laid-back island vibe, and connect with a group of fellow adventurers for a well-rounded, easygoing dive getaway.
From $4,395.00
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Fiji, Viti Levu (Bligh Water) · December 2025 to January 2026

February 2026 · Tarangire, Tanzania
The herds get properly big here, and they take their time.
Photo: Rusty Berry

September 2023 · Maldives
Home for the week, and the reason the best diving is reachable at all.
Photo: The Embassy

September 2024 · Galapagos Islands
Cold, green, full of current, and absolutely teeming because of it.
Photo: Rusty Berry

February 2026 · Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, Uganda
Around a thousand mountain gorillas are left. Trekking permits help pay to protect them.
Photo: Rusty Berry