Most Inspirational Moment
getting to gilmans point
Thoughts on Group Leader
emmanuel was a brilliant leader giving us plenty of good advice along the way
Advice for Potential Travellers
get to know the other people in your group early on
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KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE
the head guide emmanuel was excellent and i was surprised at the high standard of the catering on the trip
CYCLING THE DALMATIAN COAST
A great holiday that provided some great experiences, but more importantly many pleasant memories.
Most Inspirational Moment
Completing some challenging climbs, and once at the top enjoying some terrific views of the Dalmatian coast with newly found friends.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Absolutely terrific. Nice guy, a good leader on the road, and a good leader in the evenings.
Advice for Potential Travellers
If your not 100% sure whether this type of holiday is your thing, take the plunge as most likely you'll be left wondering why you didn't go before now.
ESSENTIAL PERU
This was my first Exodus trip and I was bowled over from start to finish! Will definitely be back for more and cannot wait to be on the next journey!
Most Inspirational Moment
Machu Pichu was a dream come true and the initial reason for my choosing a trip to Peru. Other main highlights included an overnight stay with a family at Amantani – an emotional & humbling experience, and thereafter the Colca Canyon to view the majestic Condors in flight.
Thoughts on Group Leader
We were so very privileged to have Fabrizzio Cornejo as our Group Leader. His knowledge & understanding of his country and its people are phenomenal and the passion with which he performs his work is tangible. He went the extra mile in terms of taking care of the group.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Prior to departure, I had done a fair amount of reading, particularly relating to cultures, history, and politics of the country and this most definitely made me appreciate & enjoy so much more the significance of all that I was experiencing. I also learnt a bit of very basic Spanish and it was fun putting it to practice!Pack half of the permitted baggage allowance as an excellent laundry service is available in Cuzco, and this also means you will have lots more space for shopping en route – the quality and range of Textiles are amazing and very hard to resist! Read the reviews on the website and be prepared for some long travel, although I did not find this unpleasant as the scenery, wildlife & diversity of the landscape more than compensated.
CROATIA: ISLANDS & MOUNTAINS
I found the footpath’s in Krk very stoney and rockey which was hard going for me to keep up with the younger members in the group; the cumulative effect of this was on the last day when the lip of my walking boot was making my ankle hurt and I decided not to do the walk; despite this and a previous tummy upset I enjoyed the holiday.
Most Inspirational Moment
The stay in Trogir was inspiring..
Thoughts on Group Leader
Edu is a good and reliable leader with a sound knowledge of plant/flowers and wildlife in Croatia.
Advice for Potential Travellers
None except the overnight stay in the mountain hut where, if the temperature drops, be prepared to go without a change of clothing for twenty four hours or so.
A WEEK OF DISCOVERING ANOTHER WORLD
A brief yet unforgettable journey into another land, a different way of life, and almost another time. Meeting the Bedouin people who remain untouched by greed for wealth despite daily contact with masses of humanity, and manage to remain happy and hospitable despite living such hard lives in inhospitable terrain, was quite a moving experience.
Most Inspirational Moment
Climbing 800 - odd steps up a steep cliff face in Petra, feeling exhausted and out of breath upon reaching the top, turning around fully and then discovering the massive stunning facade of El-Deir! A prize worth the hard climb uphill.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Knowledgeable, capable, kind, socially very responsible.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take plenty of spares for photographic equipment or electronic equipment in general. It is hard to come by and ridiculously expensive in Jordan.
PHOTOGRAPHIC SAFARI
Stupendous safari with sightings galore, quality comfort and cooking, adventures abound with exciting encounters. Highest honours to the hosts and proficient Paul’s gregarious guiding contributed to a group of contented comparative strangers.
Most Inspirational Moment
As a first timer on a "proper" African safari we got off to a brilliant start but every day became special in its own way then the last drive on the last day exceeded expectations with the elephant encounter to surpass all others.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Paul's own indomitable style kept the group on high alert and his art as raconteur made evenings highly entertaining - his enthusiasm and passion for animals is manifestly evident. A different judgement of your photography together with samples of his work provides stimulating thoughts and aspirational desires. I hope to have the delight of travelling with him again.
Advice for Potential Travellers
I was the only one in the group NOT to have an SLR - some could be intimidated by this. Also if you have an ipad or similar for downloading and reviewing work with PG in the evenings - be sure to take it.
Low Season, High Grass But Still Sightings!
A supposedly ‘low season’ trip which still saw lots of sightings of leopards, cheetahs and lions. The grass was unusually high this time around (compared to the same time 2 years ago) which made the photography more challenging – but the grass (when not in the way of your subject) looked beautiful.
Most Inspirational Moment
Two moments really - a day and a half spent witnessing a young cheetah play-fighting with his very tolerant mum - leaping up into trees and having to be taught how to come back down! Plus a close encounter with a herd of elephants - a teenage one in particular. Who approached our vehicle a number of times to use it as a scratching post! A magical moment.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Paul was his usual whirlwind of hyperactive energy - mad keen on us both seeing some big cats plus also honing our photographic skills into the bargain! It's hard not to find Paul's enthusiasm contagious - and the occasional yelling for 'faffing about' is fine as you know it's just because he wants us to be in the prime position to get the best shot and to experience the animal behaviour up close.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Expect early starts and long days - not a problem for most as the adrenaline tends to kick in if you have a sighting or hear of a sighting and are going hell for leather trying to get there as quickly as possible! Evening and mornings can be cold - so take a fleece or something. Generally very hot during the day, so any pale people like me need to take a good amount of suncream!
ESSENTIAL PERU
This holiday totally exceeded my expectations. I had a wonderful rollercoaster of a ride from start to finish. Peru is a country of such diversity, everytime our bus entered a different valley it was absolutely breathtaking. From sand dunes, to flat, black desert to mountains, to volcanoes and vast open spaces, to interesting cities and a plethora of archeaology and wildlife.
Most Inspirational Moment
I needed and enjoyed the safety of the group but loved the opportunity of free time to tailor some of the trip to my own desires, thus a morning spent walking from Pisac, followed by fresh juice and corn in the market, was wonderful and will stay with me forever; other highlights include returning to Macchu Picchu for sunrise, and climbing to the top of the island for sunset on Amantani, and standing watching Lllama, Vicuna and Alpaca graze next to big lonely lakes, surrounded by even bigger skies, and seeing the ice maiden Juanita in Arequipa. The white water rafting, the sand boarding........I could go on and on.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Fabrizzio was great. He knew everything there was to know about Peru, the Incas etc. For me he really came into his own when walking us around Maachu Picchu, his love and pride was evident and he enabled us to fully appreciate what we were seeing. I felt well looked after but not in an obstrusive way at all. His advice was first class. He does his job very well indeed.
Advice for Potential Travellers
As long as you drink loads of water, and I mean loads (3-4 litres a day), and move slowly you should not be affected to much by the altitude (but you will pee a lot). Take the opportunity to sleep early at night and on the bus as there are a lot of very necessary early starts to enable you to see everything possible. Enjoy every minute. Go with the flow.
WALKING IN TUSCANY
What a lovely place. Great views, lovely people, mamma’s cooking was excellent.
Most Inspirational Moment
The whole trip was fantastic.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Sara was a great group leader. Very knowledgeable, always there help if needed. Thanks Sara for making this a great.holiday.
MT TOUBKAL CLIMB
Amazing adventure
Most Inspirational Moment
Beautiful country, great challenging walks.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Great group leader. Inclusive of all abilities. Very good English.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Compede!!!