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4.7 out of 5

Debbie Moors

Reviewed September 2019

An incredible fortnight

Quite simply this wasn’t just the best safari I have been on, it was the best holiday I have ever had – I just wish I had done it sooner! I knew Namibia was special when I realised that even on the long drives I was just gazing out the window enjoying the incredible scenery which is unlike anything else I have experienced during my travels in Africa.

The wild camping in the Palmwag Concession and Haonib River Systems was fantastic with us barely seeing another vehicle during the whole time. In Palmwag we were fortunate enough to see numerous black rhino one of which we were able to approach on foot under the careful supervision of our guide, PJ. In Haonib we spent time with the desert elephants and again made an approach on foot. The highlight though was our guides skill and determination in tracking a desert lion for two hours which paid off with a memorable sighting.

Etosha was fabulous with plenty of wildlife ranging from the big (elephants and rhino) to the small (honey badgers and a leopard tortoise).

Every day we were expertly looked after back at camp by Simpson, Fritz and Asser and kept well fed with fabulous meals.

Whether you’re thinking of doing your first safari or are an old hand, I cannot recommend this trip enough. I’m already planning a return visit to this spectacular country.

Most Inspirational Moment

There were two special moments. The first was the rhino approach on foot in Palmwag. Initially we simply got out of the vehicle and watched the rhino from a distance. PJ then assessed the situation and took us on foot to a closer vantage point. It was fantastic to watch such a majestic creature without disturbing it. The second was tracking the desert lion in Haonib. For the best part of two hours PJ followed the lions tracks before eventually we found the young male. Watching him walk along the river system was a sight to behold.

Thoughts on Group Leader

PJ was the best group leader I have had to date. His enthusiasm and passion for Namibia and his job were evident from day one. His knowledge spanned not just the animals and birds of the area but also the geology and history. On those days where we had downtime in the afternoon between lunch and the scheduled afternoon game drive he would go the extra mile and take out members of the group who wanted to go on an additional drive. For the photographers in the group PJ did all he could to make sure the vehicle was positioned so that everyone got the best shot possible. He was also able to read where the animals were moving to so that we could be in the right place at the right time. In the evenings PJ was on hand to make sure we were all having a good time and made sure we knew the plans for the following day.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don’t let the camping put you off. This is a full service trip so everything is done for you. The tents are comfortable (beds, duvet, pillows, blankets, lamp all provided) and the camp assistants are amazing making sure everything is ready when you get back from the game drives. Some of the drives between camps are long (and bumpy) but the views make up for it. Coffee lovers - pack a thermos mug with you for the morning game drives as it will keep you going on those early mornings. Ladies - pack a sports bra or two for the bumpy roads! If you do the Swakopmund extension (which is worth it) be prepared for a long drive from Windhoek (about 5 hours). I would also suggest adding on an extra night to give you more time to explore.

Mark Coates

Reviewed September 2019

Madagascar in June

This was our first holiday with Exodus and our first group holiday and looking back was probably one of the best holidays we have had.
It was great to see such a wide variety of landscape and we were very lucky with the amount of wildlife we saw. We were in a group of 10 people and it was nice to share the experience with others. Our group leader, Rija made the trip so interesting.
The final few days on the beach was very relaxing.

Most Inspirational Moment

I really enjoyed the trip to the Chameleon research center which wasn't on the itinery but was great for getting up close to such a wide variety of chameleons.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader, Rija was excellent and what really made the holiday great. She was very knowledgeable, full or tales about the different tribes and passionate about her country. She made the trip special, organising birthday cakes, local dancing and when someone mentioned the beach would be a great place to have a camp fire, the next evening it appeared with more dancing. Thanks Rija.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The days were very full with lots of early starts, but it gets dark around 5:30-6:00 so plenty of time in the evening to recover. Make sure you have a good torch for the night trips. There are plenty around but it's better if you can direct it where you're looking. I had an old camera but still managed to get some great photos. I could have done with a better zoom for the lemurs but a lot of people had phone cameras which worked fine.

Peter Barrie

Reviewed September 2019

Wonderful Cycle Trip

Fantastic trip to fascinating but very poor country.Quite hilly cycling but well supported with regular stops for refreshments such as fresh pineapple and papaya.Lovely people with friendly children always running up in rural villages to see you

Most Inspirational Moment

Visiting small house in rural village and being invited in to see the house and even have coffee.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Absolutely fantastic.Lovely Malagasy man with real passion for his country.I can’t think of anything he could have done to be any better.Fantastic work ethic .

Advice for Potential Travellers

Cycling quite hilly so 100 Km and lots of hills needs some preparation such as regular cycling 30+ miles to get full enjoyment

Hector Wells

Reviewed September 2019

Taster walking of Amalfi coast

Tony managed some difficult situations well regarding guests poor fitness and suitability for the trip.

We found the wine on the table of very poor quality, and could not drink it. The food was enough but there needs to be more fish for to be able to be pleased with the food.

The trip was well supported and organised, so that was good, but I would just say the wine needs to be better.

Most Inspirational Moment

The mix of Walking to Positano and the boat ride home. That was good Clearly Pompei was mind blowing

Thoughts on Group Leader

Tony was able to manage difficult situation well and he supported the weaker members well so he was able to generate a team quickly.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Make sure you understand the evening menus and your expectations Don’t be over expectant of the wine provided at the table. Ensure you are able to have enough water on the walks Ensure you are ready for a load of steps, so at least have some good fitness and good knee stretches

Sue Jarvis

Reviewed September 2019

Varied trip showing off the best of the Rockies

The Rockies are magnificent and this trip includes the famous areas around Banff and Jasper but also takes you into the mountains away from the crowds. The group was a mixture of ages but we were all quite experienced walkers. There is little flat so although the distances aren’t great the ascents are strenuous but you get into the heart of the mountains. The camping was very well organised and the food was excellent.

Most Inspirational Moment

There are many great moments but for me the highlight was the first view of the mountains reflected in Landslide Lake. Although we had poor weather at the "wilderness camp" at Landslide the group spirit, led by the guides, made it a special part of the trip.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Charles and Priscilla both worked tremendously hard all the time. They were always cheerful and supportive. Charles was an amazing chef and produced excellent meals, catering for several specialist diets. Their love for the mountains was obvious and they wanted to make sure that we all had the best experience possible.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Read the trip notes - it is correctly graded so make sure you are happy on steep ascents and descents. It can be cold at night in the autumn so you will need a good sleeping bag.

Linda Bratley

Reviewed September 2019

Fantastic!

Having recently returned from a 15-day adventure to Vietnam I cannot praise Exodus enough for their meticulous organisation, jam-packed itinerary and knowledgeable and friendly guides.
Everything went smoothly thanks to the organisation of the staff at the UK HQ and also the guides who met us at each location we visited. The guides took their time to show us the “real Vietnam” and teach us about Vietnamese culture and life.
We took a private tour, travelling from North to South and were met at each destination by our Exodus guides; we did not need to worry about anything as everything was covered and as a result we saw and did so much more than would have been possible if we had organised the trip ourselves.

Most Inspirational Moment

Too many moments to be able to pick one out....... Halong Bay was breathtaking , eating street food from tiny stools in Hanoi, visiting the National Park and journeying down into enormous caves, travelling over Hai Van pass, Hoi An was an absolute delight and Saigon was mind-blowing! The Vin Moch Tunnels and Cu Chi Tunnels were very "grounding" as was learning about the turbulent history of this beautiful country

Thoughts on Group Leader

We had 4 different guides during our stay, one at each stage of our journey. They were all excellent, spoke brilliant English and made some wonderful recommendations for eating locations and lesser-known attractions

Advice for Potential Travellers

Book with Exodus - you will not be disappointed!

Michele Wilson

Reviewed September 2019

Lovely group

I had a wonderful holiday with a fun group of people. Our leader Teresa & Mike the driver ( who also walked with us) organised everything brilliantly and were very patient walking at the perfect pace.
The Tuscan countryside is breathtaking, as are the beautiful hilltop villages and towns.

The only downside was the food at our accommodation, which was poor.

On the plus side the food in the local restaurants chosen by Exodus was delicious.
The wine tasting was great and very informative.

Most Inspirational Moment

The last day walking through the beautiful undulating hills and vineyards to San Gimignano.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Teresa was excellent and came up with very good suggestions for restaurants & where to get the best gelatos!

Vince McClave

Reviewed September 2019

Fantastic three weeks exploring Peru

The trip starts with exploring the capital city Lima, then follows the coast seeing flocks of the sea birds and sea lions on the way before turning inland into the Andes, the Inca Trail, Machu Picchu and a brief visit to ‘the jungle’. You see magnificent landscapes along the way from the desert-like coastal plains to the fabulous snow-capped Andean mountain tops with an active volcano on the horizon. You visit manu Inca and pre-Inca settlements during the course of the three weeks. After the effort and camping along the Inca Trail there’s just enough time to visit the jungle for more wild-life viewing. This excursion has the lot!

Most Inspirational Moment

In terms of physical effort, going over Dead Woman's Pass on the Inca Trail. However, seeing the condors gliding in and around the canyons and cliffs and viewing the Lines of Nazca from above were also pretty inspirational moments. The Inca sites were all phenomenal in terms of size and construction.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Group Leader Luis Gonzales was brilliant. Knowledgeable, attentive, always careful as to our health, particularly when we were at altitude and very keen to show us everything Peru offers, Luis was always professional and had a great sense of humour.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for all weathers. We had heat and humidity in the jungle and rain, wind, sleet, mist, cold as well as sun and heat in the Andes. Invest in a good poncho - the plastic ones for sale locally are not up to the job.

Filippo Salmina

Reviewed September 2019

Nice but not perfect

I did enjoy the cycling in those desolated monutain regions, with practically no traffic in company of our joung enthusiastic guides, as well as the way along the coast, with lot of ondulation. The hotels at the coast were nice, although concerning the meals there was room for improvement. It would have been nice to dine a couple of time in a restaurant instead of staying always at the hotel.

Most Inspirational Moment

I did enjoy the cycling in those desolated monutain regions, with practically no traffic in company of our joung enthusiastic guides.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Very helpful enthusiastic young guides.

Christine Clampett

Reviewed September 2019

Girls on Tour

This trip was a bit too “timed” for me.
Whilst really well organised and hosted we seemed to be always on the move with little time for a reasonable lunch or a look around especially the first 2 days.
I feel we could have spent more time on the island of HVAR – this is a truly lovely place – and HVAR town especially where we only had an hour.
The hotel at Jelsa was in a fantastic location – however, a bit basic and in need of a good upgrade of facilities and a breakfast menu review. Sadly we had a terrible night here with 35 knot winds and shutters rattling. I had to stuff newspaper up the side of the main door to stop the wind blowing in through the large gap. the next day everyone was exhausted from lack of sleep.
Korcula was fab – hotel great – and here we had good food and a few days rest electing not to do the trip to Mleet or the ride the following day. My job is a physical one so the lack of sleep had used all my resources up!
Last ride to the ferry to Dubrovnik was really beautiful and our stay in Dubrovnik at Hotel Vis was very comfortable. The hotel is right on a beach so we swam and chilled on both days.
Best bit here I think was the tour of the City with a super guide and then supper in the old City.
The free day is fantastic for a good look around and the cable car ride to view the City and see how it is laid out is well worth the money.

As a vegetarian I did struggle a bit with the food available. Marin helped immensely as my friend also cannot eat Gluten so we weren’t the easiest of guests to feed. The quality of the restaurants booked was really good and everyone was really helpful.

The group of people on the trip gelled really well and on the last night on Korcula stayed up into the small hours singing songs from Queen to Ilkley Moor Bar Tat!

Most Inspirational Moment

The time in Dubrovnik - looking around in the evening.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our host Marin was great! Very good at helping when needed and not in any way intrusive. He had great knowledge of the area and kept us on schedule to catch the many ferries needed to get from island to mainland etc.. He was good company in the evenings and had a great sense of humour especially when reporting on the weather - which was very wet at times!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Always pack a set of waterproofs! We had a couple of days of rain and started the ride to Dubrovnik wearing bin bags as waterproofs!

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