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Samantha Rapp
Reviewed March 2024
India cycling
This was an excellent trip with 14 other people I did not know who are now friends, we had three guides Safi, Sandeep and Dipkin, Safi was our cycle leader, Dipkin cycle as well and bike mechanic and Sandeep our van driver and water man. We had daily briefings and how to navigate roads where to eat, our guides were knowledgable with local envionmental information such as trees, fruits and temples overall a really good trip, with some challneging cycling which was great
Most Inspirational Moment
Climbing Hooty cycling and completing this as well as the back waters boat and good distances covered as well as teh safari I saw a tiger and other fab wildife teh only thing was the safari guides good have made it more interesting with some commentary but overall good it was lovely to see animals being protected and the echo emaphisis although India has a long way to go they have states taht are plastic free and look after the wildife its a sjhame about teh street dogs as there is a problem with that as dogs are pregant and no way to stop this but India and this trip has been fab
Thoughts on Group Leader
Safi was very good he gave us a daily briefing the only thing I would say is taht he needed to be a bit clearer with instructions, and keep up with the female members to check welfare as a few times men would come close to us on mopeds, which he needed to be more aware abaout, apart from taht he was excellent friendly nice and had local knowldge the trip was brillent thanks to Safi and his team
Advice for Potential Travellers
Book this trip if you like a challenge cycling and also to see hardly any tourists you see the real india with teh villages and friendly people I havve not been to India before and will definatley book another trip the accommodation was good teh food teh cycling and you had time to socialise and shop for gifts etc with our leader telling us what a good price would be for tuc tuks and shops etc in a nutshell I loved this trip
Pat Arlette
Reviewed March 2024
The Tropical South
Excellent
Most Inspirational Moment
Excellent
Advice for Potential Travellers
Book it
Carolyn Gunn
Reviewed March 2024
Fantastic trip which lived up to all it advertised
I had a wonderful time. This was my first solo trip and has given me the confidence to go on another. I shall have long happy memories of this trip.
Most Inspirational Moment
I can’t choose. Every day brought new experiences which were wonderful.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Gerhard was fantastic. His knowledge on his country is second to none. He always had our safety first and foremost. Great sense of humour and extremely organised.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take plenty sunscreen, bug spray and binoculars. Also stay hydrated.
Graham Busby
Reviewed March 2024
Outstanding
Excellent guide, Gizer. Excellent driver, Ermer (spelling?). Eleven other interesting (not a euphemism) customers. Good walks, two reminded me of previous grade 3/4 but it’s subjective, to some extent. Good weather. Ten out of ten.
Most Inspirational Moment
Several. Selecting one, the view from Buffavento Castle but note: it's a LOT of steps.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent
Elizabeth Knight
Reviewed March 2024
Interesting trip
A well balanced trip combining time in northern Borneo with time on the Malaysian peninsula to experience Melaka, Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Langkawi.
The accommodation was very good in most places but, whilst the hotel in Langkawi was adequate, it was in need of refurbishment and, coming as it did after an excellent hotel in Penang it was a bit of a let down.
In Borneo our guide Felix was good but unfortunately spoke too quietly at times.
On the Malaysian peninsula our guide was Andy who is an excellent guide with a wealth of knowledge that he is eager to share. He went out of his way to try to meet the various expectations of the group.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Andy was excellent and always available and helpful.
Felix was good but quietly spoken. He answered questions but didn’t offer much information unless asked.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Book for the twin towers beforehand. It would be useful if Exodus suggested that everybody booked in the same time slot if possible. Our guide had his work cut out shuttling different people to the towers for different time slots and then there was a lot of waiting around afterwards.
Helen Cross
Reviewed March 2024
Excellent holiday
Well planned walks and visits.
Good accommodation – especially the food, which was top quality, well presented, and catered very well for special requirements.
Most Inspirational Moment
No single one - lots of inspiring scenery
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent - Michael went well beyond what I expected
Advice for Potential Travellers
Walk grading - this grade 2 is nearer a grade 3 than a 1.
Hetty Bell
Reviewed March 2024
Accurate
We had a wonderful trip, informative, well organised and good fun . The cycling enhanced the holiday for me as I am keen to spend my time out doors. great comradery as we had the common interest of cycling and wildlife .
Most Inspirational Moment
Watching a toucan emerge from its nest at close quarters .
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent. Gerhardt was well organised , very accommodating ,personable and extremely knowledgeable of the local environment , . He was a good communicator with excellent English and a great sense of humour.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Be prepared for the heat and take a pair of binoculars !
Gordon Thomson
Reviewed March 2024
A wonderful experience in two absorbing countries
This is an action packed trip with many opportunities to gain an insight to the people and cultures of Vietnam and Cambodia. Lots to see, do and reflect on in these countries which are now looking to the future after tragic and destructive events in the recent past.
Most Inspirational Moment
This is really difficult. This is a trip of contrasts with the engaging nature of the local people offset by the horrors of events which they have endured.
A highlight for us was Hoi An which has an old world charm and the opportunity to meet local people to understand their lives.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Duy in Vietnam was very engaging, well-informed and funny (also an Arsenal supporter!)
Sophea in Cambodia was more reflective but very likeable.
Both were excellent and looked after us very well. They were well informed and able to respond to our many questions about politics, education, healthcare etc, etc!
Advice for Potential Travellers
If you want to be immersed in these two countries then this is the trip for you. Don’t expect much down time and be prepared for some early rises but this is all done to maximise the experience.
Richard Garraway
Reviewed March 2024
My first winter activity trip
I normally go somewhere warm in February, but thought I would try something different this year. Reading the reviews convinced me to try this trip, and it was a very good decision.
Most Inspirational Moment
Walking in snowshoes on a forest trail and stopping to light a fire to toast marshmallows.
Dog sledding from the husky farm.
Driving a snowmobile for the first time.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Both Tuomas and Elina were both very friendly and good teachers of the outdoor skills. Tuomas in particular was a great advocate of saunas.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Invest in some pairs of good merino blend socks and a hat. Everything else is provided, but your own base layer is a good idea to ensure a good fit.
Day time temperatures during our week in February varied from -20C to +1C, so a selection of layers was key. The sunshine and lack of wind meant -20C was not a problem.
The rooms have underfloor heating, so we were advised to lay everything out at night to dry and air clothes.
SARAH CLACHAN
Reviewed March 2024
Got to love driving
A lot of time spent on the minibus. A variety of places visited for a short time.
Most Inspirational Moment
Zip lining over the forest tops.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent, very knowledgeable and kept the group on schedule.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Consider if alternate days of driving is what you had in mind. You will see a lot but cover hours of driving to do so.
