Reviews

Most Inspirational Moment

When the sun shone on the high valley surrounded by snow-capped mountains, while snow and sleet gathered all around, and the wind blew; when the vendors in Djem El Fn in Marrakesh persuaded us to savour their delicious and cheap meals near the crowded souks; when the wirey slim employee doused us with water and stretched our limbs in the hamman.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Mainly OK-he let us know what was happenening; organised the travel efficiently; provided good and helpful advice; but on the walks didn't really pay enough attention to the slower walkers who were finding the terrain difficult. 

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be ready to enjoy 'basic conditions'-shared sleeping dorms, washrooms, toilets; be ready to avoid buying unwanted products in the souks of Marrakesh.

Most Inspirational Moment

Waking up early to see our campsite floating above the clouds and the distant mountains tinged with pink as the sun rose on day four.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Flaminia was very knowledgeable, understanding and fun.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Keeping warm at night required extra layers of clothing inside sleeping bag. Antiseptic handgel and wipes helped me to avoid any tummy problems.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Apart from the mountain ascent, the hike is all quite manageable as long as you have the stamina to walk for several hours.  When we went at Easter the weather was great, nice and warm during the day, but not too hot (or cold at night).  I didn't like the mountain ascent (I did rip my trousers on the way down!) and might have opted to stay back at base, but everyone else seemed to enjoy it.Probably a good idea to take some luxuries - we had fresh coffee, others had snacks or sweets -  the food provided on the trek was fine and filling, but a bit spartan.

Most Inspirational Moment

I think seeing the Treasury at Petra for the first time and just taking it all in!  Petra by night is also very beautiful and gives you a different insight.  The climb to the monastery was tough but worth it!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Sami was very helpful and he knew a lot about his country especially with the perspective that he had lived outside of it also.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for hot days but cold nights and also rain in Amman!

Most Inspirational Moment

Not sure if inspirational is the right word.  All of it was amazing.  Havanah fascinating and a perfect end to the trip.  Driving and cycling thru the national park, the scenery was awesome. 

Thoughts on Group Leader

Hose was extremely helpful, funny, entertaining, courteous and kind.  He went beyond the call of duty to make the holiday special and smooth flowing for everybody.  It was wonderful seeing the passion and pride that he had in his country.  We all wanted to take him home at the end.

Advice for Potential Travellers

If they can try to extend their stay at the end in Havanah.  Perhaps even for just one more night.  Also they should try and discover more of the island themselves.  The usual - plenty of high factor, padded bike seats.  they should not worry as we felt extremely safe there.

Most Inspirational Moment

Cycling the mountain stages. The Che Guevara mausoleum. Swimming in the Caribean.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Not much.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Insist that the torur is run with the wind and not against it!

Most Inspirational Moment

Crossing the Jebel Burdah bridge, drinking sage tea round the campfire and sleeping under the stars every night of the trek.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Salah was fantastic - knowledgeable and with a great sense of humour and fun.  I could not have done the Jebel Burdah climb without him - he was so encouraging and I felt I was in very safe hands as I negotiated the trickier sections with his help.

Advice for Potential Travellers

A pair of cotton gloves was very useful on the climb - there is a lot of scrambling using handholds and the rock is quite rough.  The camel ride on the last day in Wadi Rum is definitely worth doing - great photo opportunites and gives the feet a rest!

Most Inspirational Moment

 The mosque in Casablanca was fantastic. Seeing the snow covered mountains and the stars from the gite in the High Atlas. The quietness of the camel trek into the desert.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Mustapha was an excellent leader. Very knowledgeable, well organised and sociable.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take underwater protection for cameras in the desert.  Several cameras suffered from sand.

Most Inspirational Moment

Observing tigers (and leopards) in their habitat, some from only around 15 yards from the vehicle was a dream come true and so emotive.

Thoughts on Group Leader

For any tour you need an informed, interested and knowledgeable leader, not just on the tour 'main topic' but associated facts and information too. In Krishna we had someone that fitted the bill admirably. He 'knew his stuff' on a wide and extremely varied range of facts relating to India and the wildlife we encountered on our safari, and was never stuck for an answer. He made sure the trip was memorable for all the right reasons, and was always attentive to both the needs of the individual as well as those of the wider group. I came away with a collection of thoughts, information and images on India that will remain with me for a very long time, thanks in no small part to his enthusiasm. I cannot recommend him highly enough.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don't let pre-conceptions on things such as 'Delhi belly' dampen your thoughts about going on a holiday to India. Our tour was trouble free, due in no small part to the preparation undertaken by Exodus and it's staff. Relax and enjoy the experience.

Most Inspirational Moment

The delicioius dinners and the good company.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Very impressive and capable.

Advice for Potential Travellers

I had a good time. However, though I am very fit, and an experienced hiker, I found the first day hike more of a challenge than I had anticipated or than I desired. I skipped the 2nd day hike and chilled out at the farm, which was perfect. Before you sign up for this or any Exodus trip I suggest you do careful due diligence as to the nature of the terrain, etc.