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4.7 out of 5

Reviewed January 2011

PHOTOGRAPHIC SAFARI

Easily the best wildlife safari I have been on. The photo opportunities available on the long days are worth every minute and every penny.The camp was comfortable and the food produced by a temporary set up was simply amazing.

Most Inspirational Moment

Watching a cheetah lounging around on a small mound at dusk and hoping she would stay for sunset. The driver was very accommodating in moving the Land Cruiser back and forth until we were in the perfect position for a silhouette. Then we waited … and the cheetah delivered.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Paul is an excellent wildlife photographer; passionate about the wildlife and passionate that you get the best photos you can.However, you need to be proactive in asking for advice. For example, after photographing a cheetah a sunset Paul made the comment, “I hope you were underexposing for that”. This tip would have been nice before the event and also assumes you know why you need to do this and how to do this. Paul is of course willing to help but you can sense his frustration that you may have missed the opportunity!

Advice for Potential Travellers

I feel that you need a certain level of knowledge about your camera and photography to get the most out of the long days and excellent opportunities afforded by this trip.

Reviewed January 2011

Finnish Wilderness Week

An excellent trip. With a variety of activities there was something for everyone and most things for everyone!

Most Inspirational Moment

The day long (optional) dog sledding was without a doubt the highlight of the trip for us although all the activities were excellent. All the dog sledding is run by a small outfit (Kota Husky) that is a family firm. The leader, Lauri clearly cares immensely for the dogs and his control of them is impressive to see. The long trip takes in some wonderful sights and you really get a feel for the personalities of the dogs.Lunch is served outdoors, prepared for the boss of the outfit, and Lauri's wife Marijka. Sitting on reindeers skins around a log fire, eating and drinking local fare is a great picnic, made all the better by the fact that you arrived driving your own team of husky!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Eki, the group leader was outstanding. He has an excellent sense of humour and great communication skills both of which he puts to good use when instructing and guiding.As you would expect his local knowledge was excellent and he genuinely cares about the environment around him, something which rubs off on all those around him.Whilst Eki was an excellent group leader, a great team backs him up . Nothing is too much trouble and they make excellent hosts in what feels a little like their home.

Advice for Potential Travellers

My advice to potential travellers is 'go for it'. Do not be put off by the thought of the cold or anything like that. My wife was really enthusiastic about the trip but was also apprehensive as she suffers with the cold when all others are walking round in shorts however she loved the trip. The equipment they issue you is top quality and is perfect for the weather conditions. If you want to take along your own cold weather clothing but everything they issue is sufficient.

Reviewed January 2011

EVEREST BASE CAMP

The trip totally met my expectations in terms of difficulty, quality of accommodation expertise of tour staff etc.. so the trip was definiteley what it said on the tin. Talking to people on the blog site is a really useful way to find stuff out as many people have done similar or even the same trips.

Most Inspirational Moment

Even though this trip was over christmas, I had no major expectations of having much of a christmas, especially given we were at 4,000m, the night time temperatures were about -10 C and the accommodation and food were limited accordingly. How wrong could I be. A superb group of people we enjoyed christmas decorations, a christmas tree, swapping xmas presents, music, drinks dancing and just fabulous fun. All repeated again in Lukla before our final flight to KTM. I had a fantastic time..

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader led the group extremely well.. He was extremely consultative and only pressed a specific point or course of action when it was supported by reasoned logic. Extremely non-confrontational he led almost as a friend rather than a leader which I think is great credit to his skills.

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you go in December / winter time be prepared for the cold. The hut communal areas only get warm once they light the stoves which may not be when you want it !. The rooms obviously have no heating and are extremely cold. The best tip is to make sure you have one or two aluminium sigg type drinks bottles which you can fill with hot water before you go to bed and use as hot water bottles. It helps enormously. You need a good quality sleeping bag (per the notes) and thermals..

Reviewed January 2011

CYCLING CUBA

Just spent an amazing two weeks cycling in Cuba. Sunshine, exercise, beautiful cities, countryside and beaches and the local people were really friendly. I feel like I’ve seen it all, but still dieing to go back again. The cycling was challenging, we had a really sociable group of differing ages, couples and singles and everyone got along really well. Added to that the music, dancing and of course, the rum, it was most definitely one of my best holidays ever.

Most Inspirational Moment

Cycling into the Sierra Maestra mountain region and arriving in a little paradise with a natural rock pool and waterfall, having a massage and a delicious meal al fresco with a few Mojitos and Cuba Libres. Inspiration to go on another Exodus holiday for sure.

Thoughts on Group Leader

The group leader was superb, nothing was too much trouble. His local, political, social and historical knowledge really gave us an insight into how the Cuban people feel and live.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Go with the flow. The Cuban people don't have the luxury of constant water and electricity like we do, I showered by the light of my headtorch one morning! It all adds to the Cuban experience.

Reviewed January 2011

KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE

Probably the holiday of a lifetime, never again though!! It was an amazing experience: great people, great food, great scenery and a bit of walking.

Most Inspirational Moment

Reaching the crater at Gilman's point, I almost cried.

Thoughts on Group Leader

The head guide (Simon) and the assistant guides were all really friendly. When we got up higher they were always making sure we were ok, willing to walk slower if you liked.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Summit day (going from 4,700m to 5,900m) is hard, probably the hardest thing I've ever done and the thing I'll measure all future endeavours against! I'd say I'm very fit and I struggled once we got above 5,000m; I wasn't sure whether I was going to pass out or puke (thankfully I did neither). Other people who were fit struggled, but then some people who'd done no training made it ok, so as lots of articles I read before the climb said, fitness is no protection against altitude sickness. I didn't use diamox, some people did; there seemed to be no correlation between taking it and not feeling awful.

Reviewed January 2011

INCA TRAIL & THE AMAZON RAINFOREST

Avery good trip.Should have flown out at least a day earlier to avoid arriving at Lima hotel at 1am and then setting off again at 5am! Would have liked time to visit clay lick while in amazon.

Most Inspirational Moment

First sight of Machu PichuFlora and fauna on Inca trail

Thoughts on Group Leader

Very good

Advice for Potential Travellers

Go a day early

Reviewed January 2011

MARRAKECH & THE SAHARA

The trip was a good mix of sand, hills and town! We got to see lots of ‘real’ local life and felt quite remote but arriving in the ‘city’ was a bit of a shock to the system after all that peace and quiet!

Most Inspirational Moment

Probably seeing people still relying on donkeys for work and washing clothes in the the stream - humblimg to realise how much we have that we probably don't need. Mind you, getting a better mobile signal in the Sahara than I do at home was also quite up there!

Thoughts on Group Leader

He was very good. He made sure he spent time with each member of the group each day and made sure all needs and fitness levels were catered for and felt inclusive.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Book a few days more in Marrakech - the time we had on this trip wasn't long enough. Also, change your money back before you go through passport control. THere are no money exchanges once you are in the waiting area and the airport shops only take Euro.....

Reviewed January 2011

PETRA & WADI RUM BY BIKE

This is a fabulous way to see Jordan since it’s such a small country and you can drive through it in a matter of days. I never imagined desert scenery could be so spectacular!

Most Inspirational Moment

On foot, it was coming to the end of the siqq to see the sun beaming through and the Treasury on the other side; it was a truly Indiana Jones moment! On the bike, it was the huge descent from Mount Nebo toward the Dead Sea, breaking around each hairpin and flying at about 30 mph on the straightaways. Both were awesome!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Very knowlegeable guide and great cyclist. He made sure that the most fit got a great workout and the least fit enjoyed the cycling at their own pace. He never made anyone feel out of place, regardless of their ability.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Drink loads of water! I never had any pain or soreness because I drank a good 3 litres a day. And I'm not much of a cyclist.

Reviewed January 2011

CLASSIC KENYA SAFARI

A very well organised safari which matched the description in the pre-travel notes. Excellent guides.

Most Inspirational Moment

My first sight of the Rift Valley was jaw-dropping, followed later on by a walk with the best wildlife guide I've ever walked with (Joseph - Lake Elementaita Lodge).Sunset on The Mara was beautiful, a magical experience.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Very knowledgeable and professional.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Read the excellent travel notes prior to booking so you know what to expect. Unlike some other companies, Exodus aren't afraid to put in the not so pleasant parts of the trip, eg 3 hours on dirt roads, so you really do understand the itinerary.

Reviewed January 2011

EVEREST BASE CAMP

A simply incredible experience that I will never forget! The trek was well organized and yet relaxed, allowing me to fully soak up one of the most stunning places on the planet…Exodus are the right people to go with… their years of experience in the Himalaya are priceless, the Sherpas they employ are amazing and the lodges they choose to stay in really make the trip!

Most Inspirational Moment

There are so many… The mountains you see are indescribably beautiful, the Sherpa people are some of the warmest and friendliest I’ve ever met and there were so many amazing places… Tengboche being perhaps the most visually stunning!Reaching Base Camp and Kala Pattar felt amazing and it was only thanks to the great Leadership of the Sherpas that this was possible.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Ngima Gellzen Sherpa was fun, caring and extremely well organized. He got everything spot on throughout the 3 weeks that he looked after us. I cannot speak highly enough of him!Also to have such an experienced guide like Lhakpa Gelu Sherpa, who has climbed 3 of the 8,000+ metre peaks already at only 26 years old, was a real bonus!Mustn’t forget Gyalzen Tammang, our Yak man from Lukla. He too worked very hard throughout the trek and looked after our gear really well!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Whatever you do, read every review on the Exodus Web site, Study the Trip notes like you’re taking an exam and read at least one guide book on Himalayan Trekking. Find the time to do all this and you will have the right kit, the right routine and the right frame of mind to fully enjoy your trek. If you don’t you can end up with the wrong expectations of what you will experience, not to mention some illnesses that can really change the whole trip for you! You don’t have to be fit to do this trek, but it makes a massive difference to how much you get to enjoy it. It is however essential to listen to every piece of advice a Sherpa gives you! They know what they’re doing and do make your well being their absolute priority.

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