Thoughts on Group Leader
Absolutely first class! Extremely well organised and very knowledgeable. A credit to the company.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Train before going, it’s hot humid and there are some long distances.
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A brilliant way to see Vietnam
A great trip from start to finish. Our guide, Chi and his team worked very well together, I think we were all impressed. Only one hotel was below par was the Seagull hotel, the others were fine. I look forward to my next Exodus adventure!
Beautiful Kenya
What a fantastic trip! We were blown away by the sheer amount of wildlife sightings from lions, elephants and cheetah to hyena, hippos, buffalo and lots of colourful birds. The lodge (Sentrim Elementaita) and camp were all comfortable and well equipped, with spacious rooms and a good variety of food. Our tour leader (Gilbert) and drivers (Robert & Olli) were all excellent and shared lots of information on the local geography and culture on the long drives.
Most Inspirational Moment
The sheer amount of wildlife we saw throughout was amazing, but within half an hour of entering the Maasai Mara we saw a cheetah with a kill! We also did the balloon trip - it wasn't our first, but floating over the Maasai Mara and seeing all the animals below was something we'll treasure.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Gilbert, our group leader, was excellent. He was clearly very experienced, even recognising a fellow traveller from a previous trip some years before. We had 2 vehicles on the tour and he made sure he split his time equally between both, and always kept the group on track time-wise. He also spent time with the group during mealtimes, sharing insights about Kenya's history and culture. From a personal perspective, he helped us enormously when my husband realised he'd lost his wallet whilst in the check in queue at the airport. One call to Gilbert and the wallet was located back at the hotel. He then arranged for it, and the cash inside, to be returned to us back in the UK.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don't take too much cash - there are ATMs around and the tour leader will guide you. We were also able to pay by card for the balloon trip, which we hadn't expected.
Palaces and Backroads
very good route and good rides through interesting countryside great palaces at Jodhpur, Udaipur and Jaipur Taj Mahal is special
Most Inspirational Moment
Taj Mahal
Thoughts on Group Leader
Manu was very good. Delivered the programme. Told us a lot about India, and very open about his country. All the crew were very good.
Advice for Potential Travellers
India is chaotic and assaults all your senses. On the road you will see people, cows, dogs, buffalo, and lots of rubbish and plastic. It takes about a week to get used to the chaos !
Reply from Exodus
Thank you for your review of your November cycling trip to Rajasthan with us, Adam. We were pleased to read that you enjoyed the rides and were happy with your tour leader, Manu, though we were very sorry that you found two of the hotels used to be of a poor standard, which is not at all the kind of feedback we expect to receive.
We have contacted our local operator to investigate your comments, and would like to assure you that these hotels are not our standard properties used on this trip. The properties you mention were last minute replacements for this departure, after our standard allocated hotels were unable to provide the number of rooms we required for your group due to unforeseen issues. We had believed these replacement properties to be of a similar standard, with the same facilities provided as those of our usual properties, however, it appears that they were not prepared for quite how busy they became immediately after the restart of tourism to the region (particularly domestic tourists). For our departures since, we have used the standard hotels for this itinerary, which receive very positive feedback, and won’t be using the alternative properties you mention again. While we hope that this can provide an honest explanation for the issues you faced in Sariska and Jaipur, we do remain regretful of your disappointment with the accommodation there.
-Sarah Puttnam, Product Manager
Full on trip
This was a fantastic trip where we saw so much . Not for anyone wanting to take it easy. Some fantastic sights great tour manager and lovely accommodation
Most Inspirational Moment
Difficult to pick one but my favourite day has to be the walk in Abel Tasman National Park and then the afternoon spent on a catqnaran sailing around Anchorage Bay. Lovely walk and beautiful weather for a sail.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Summer was a good tour leader. She was enthusiastic ,helpful, knowledgeable about the culture especially the maori culture. She was always fun to be around
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don't do this trip if you want plenty of rest. There is a lot of walking involved and a lot of it uphill. There are some long days getting in not much before 7pm so be prepared for not having much time before dinner Otherwise just enjoy the amazing sights you will see and some great accommodation
Majestic Views, Delicious Food & Just Do It!
This trip was absolutely fulfilling. I’ve never done a hike like this before which encouraged me to push myself, and it was worth it. The trails, majestic views of the Alps, and glaciers were breathtaking. Marta and Neil were also amazing hosts who looked after us. Their 3-course meals tasted so delicious- we all looked forward to our evening meals! There were freshly-baked cakes waiting for us after our hikes every day. I stayed at Chalet Chocolat which had an alpine feel to it and felt very cosy. We made full use of the hot tub in the garden after the hikes and we were rewarded with a view of the snow-capped Alps.
Most Inspirational Moment
The day we crossed over to Italy and hiked Val Ferret to Courmayeur. Whilst we hiked, there was the dramatic view of Mont Blanc and the mountain views on the right-hand side. The experience was surreal and majestic. We were able to see the glaciers if we looked closely. Also, we treated ourselves to either an Italian coffee or beer at the refuge which was a lovely treat! :)
Thoughts on Group Leader
Egle was amazing as everyone in the group had different abilities when it came to hiking and she adjusted the pace so everyone hiked together. She has incredible knowledge of the local flora and fauna too.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Train for this hike and build your stamina
Discover Sri Lanka November 2022
A well oiled but flexible trip around central and southern Sri Lanka. Especially enjoyed the rail journey, cycling and meeting the local people. We got to see most of the animal highlights and enjoyed the beach hotel. The additional excursions means that it is a full on tour. Suggest adding on an additional two or three days to wind down.
Most Inspirational Moment
Not sure what inspirational moments were on the trip as it was exciting and informative . Meeting and moving amongst the locals was great. It reminds us what we have and what you really do need. The only real inspiration was to make sure that we repeat the holiday trips regularly.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Roshan was great, he got to know us and allowed the trip to develop, it never feeling too much of a rush or exercise to be completed. His talks on the general history were pitched just right and were informative and interesting. The issues and political landscape since independence were well explained and informative. He made an effort to understand and nurture the group
Advice for Potential Travellers
Bring plenty of insect repellant. Clothes can be laundered at a reasonable cost at the hotels so not some may clothes need be brought resulting in a lower weight suitcase to lug around.
Turtles, sea lions, iguanas, sharks and more!
Overall a fantastic trip incorporating great wildlife and scenery. A trip packed with wonderful experiences and a great variety of wildlife and scenery. If you have been thinking about doing this trip it won’t disappoint
Most Inspirational Moment
Snorkelling with turtles and sharks
Thoughts on Group Leader
Katty is a great leader, she is very passionate and knowledgeable about Galapagos and is fantastic at spotting and identifying all the flora and fauna. She made some excellent changes to the itinerary which meant we could see the sulphur mines and also have time to visit a tortoise breeding centre and a local brewery without compromising the visit to the mines as the walk would have been similar to the previous day and a lot of it would be Misty. We still walked back from the tortoise breeding centre so still got lots of exercise.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Taking a wetsuit is a good option as the water is cold and it helps with floating . You can buy for under £30 and if you hire them it is approx £10 a day. Take lots of sun lotion as sun is very intense. No need to apply for the Galapagos tourist card as the local operator will have sorted it for you. A waterproof camera or go pro camera for underwater as lots to photograph. If you have time go to the Napo wildlife centre, totally different but equally enthralling Insect repellent is recommended for Isabela.
Top to Bottom Vietnam
A great way to see lots of the country and experience different aspects from Cities to the Hill tribes
Most Inspirational Moment
Just how well the country has recovered from the devastating American/Vietnam war and how the people have gotten on with their lives.
Thoughts on Group Leader
We were very lucky to have Ashley Truong as our leader. A young woman from the central part of Vietnam who was always happy to chat and share her knowledge of all parts of Vietnam. Apart from the organisational aspect of her role which she fulfilled admirably, she was fun and understood the group's sense of humour which wasn't too off the wall but is often difficult for a non native English speaker. She explained a lot of the history and current political issues of the country without appearing to be biased or bitter. She made the trip all the more worthwhile.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The homestays are quite adequate for westerners although you do have to share with several others and the toilet facilities are clean but basic. The hotels are clean but generally 3 star and perhaps a bit dated in the decor. It seemed very safe (although you do have to take sensible precautions with wallets and cameras). Crossing the road is a case of walk purposely across without hesitation and the scooters will drive around you which can be a bit disconcerting at times. The treks are really just walks around the homestays and the bike rides are mostly on roads with the attendant lorry and scooter traffic. So the activity level is pretty moderate. You are on the go all the time except for a couple of nights in Hoi An which is a fun filled city where you can get bespoke clothes made up overnight.
Magnificent trip made GLORIOUS because of our guide
I’m a travel advisor and hosted 15 people on this trip in Sept 2021 (covid protocols still in full force)–this trip exceeded everyone’s expectations. Hotel Adler and her staff were exceptional–thank you for the attention to detail and the delicious and PLENTIFUL food. I think our most favorite time of each day was sitting together in the comfortable bar or on the private patio with drinks, reliving each day’s incredible hike. What a gift, to have such a relaxing, luxurious home base. But it was our guide, Karl Mather, who made what would’ve been a magnificent trip without him, exponentially GLORIOUS! Karl intuitively cared for each one of us at the level we each needed, and we trusted him implicitly. He knew when to slow down for us, when to stop, so we could catch our breath (we all arrived from sea level!), when he needed to tighten up our line, and when it was safe to string it out. Karl’s obvious deep, deep love for these mountains, his love for the people in our homebase village of Villabassa, and the rapport he had with everyone we encountered, only added to our trust in and admiration of him. He inspired each one of us and became our friend.
Excellent itinerary packed with history
The itinerary for this was well designed and provided a comprehensive experience of Morocco, its various regions and people. I learned a lot. Our guide was great and we also had local guides when visiting different regions which provided for more in depth history lessons. The people of Morocco were kind and welcoming. I would highly recommend this trip.
Most Inspirational Moment
Loved visiting the Berber villages and staying in remote areas and learning more about the Berbers and Nomads.
Thoughts on Group Leader
I can tell that our leader loves his job. He was always prepared, provided us with all the information we needed to be safe and enjoy ourselves and multi tasked often to ensure our needs were met. He was kind, warm and very knowledgeable.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Set your expectations correctly. You may not always get to take long showers (extended drought) or have diverse options for food. But you won’t go hungry.