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4.7 out of 5

Anne Crowter

Reviewed March 2015

Delicious Norway

A superb location for sampling the delights of winter in Norway. The hotel was authentically Norwegian – lots of wood and candles, excellent smoked/marinaded/baked fish and meat, with a few veggie options, mouth-watering desserts (several of us “bagged” our faves before the earlybirds – aka The Germans – scraped the plates), good skis, help with waxing and great tuition and group leading. The sauna was very welcome after the day’s battering – sorry “getting to grips with XC skiing” and the West Wing room was unusually spacious for a ski holiday.

Most Inspirational Moment

The slideshow from Lars on Venabu and the mountains gave us a bigger picture of the area and the Norwegian buffet on Wednesdays was delightful.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Robert, Richard and Siobhan went the extra mile to help us, both on and off the skis. Robert was excellent at tailoring the routes to the changing conditions, Richard was the waxing guru and his wife Siobhan mentored us newbies like a Pro.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Practice your balance! Yoga or Pilates are good. XC skis are a lot more nervous than downhill and tip you off far more frequently, forwards and backwards as well as sidewards. If the snow is soft it's OK but it got icy towards the end of our stay and my coccyx hasn't forgiven me yet.

Philippa Turner

Reviewed March 2015

A GREAT INTRODUCTION TO ADVENTURE HOLIDAYS

This was a fabulous introduction to adventure travel. This trip was my first group holiday and I loved every minute. The group profile was really good! We had people from their 20s to their 60s, all great and interesting people with their own travel stories to tell. The itinerary was a great mix of culture, landscape and sightseeing. It was busy and we packed such a lot in in just 7 days. The trip was really well organised and I would have no hesitation in going with Exodus again.

Most Inspirational Moment

Riding camels and camping in the desert and 24 hours later walking in the Atlas Mountains in snow!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Rashid couldn't have been any better. He was friendly, efficient and great company.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Go with Exodus....! This company proved to be so impressive in terms of organisation, efficiency, itinerary and group profile. I loved my trip!

Sonia Barber

Reviewed March 2015

Super Dolomites experience

About my 6th trip back to this lovely area and friendly welcoming hotel. Excellent group, super new spa in hotel and different routes to ski this year….when can I go again please?

Most Inspirational Moment

Being in the beautiful Giesertal valley, the fun of the experience showers and relaxing new spa.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Anne is inspirational and a great person and teacher tailoring her tuition to everyones individual needs. Alex is super fun and has an incredible knowledge of the mountains. Both are excellent skiers.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Come and join us

Shirley Lockhart

Reviewed March 2015

Fabulous Finland

Where in the world can you snowshoe in a forest looking like it is peopled by snow trolls,eat by an open fire by a frozen lake or learn to distinguish otter tracks from elk.Our guide Marti showed us how to tell from strange indentations in the snow which direction an artic hare was hopping.We were in the most magical and remote wilderness I had ever seen.

Most Inspirational Moment

The unexpected moments can be the best.Lunch stop on the little bear trail proved a treat.We had some leftover porridge bread from lunch and stood with our hands open as we heard some bird calls above us.Our guide said they were SIberian jays and a curious bird.They swooped down and took the food from our outstretched hands again and again,an unscripted moment and quite wonderful.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Cheery,unflappable,knowledgable and full of stories.He was willing to flex and work with our questions and concerns.Unfortunatly he was unable to supply a view of the aurora borealis as parting the clouds was not covered in his Wilderness training so we did not see the skies light up!

Advice for Potential Travellers

My one piece of advice would be to budget well you may have more free time then you expect. I had expected to be outdoors for lunch as we were snowshoeing but that was not the case always and as a result the afternoons were free.There is lots to do from the reindeer farm visit to huskies to cross country sking but come expecting to pay extra and budget accordingly.

Tony Rivers

Reviewed March 2015

Land of tiger

It was absolutely brilliant from the start to the finish ,it was the most wonderfull holiday I have ever had full marks to exodus.

Most Inspirational Moment

Well ther was many ,but I suppose the first morning in Pench when we see 5 tigers in the first 2 hours the guide aside in 30 years he had never seen that many so quick. And Bali taking us to. Seik temple and the Taj Mahal .

Thoughts on Group Leader

Bali was brilliant to didn't have to do a thing,he had everything organised , everything went like clockwork. He gave us a talk at least 3 times a day and kept us informed with everything about the trip. He has become my friend and mentor ,I can't speak highly anoth of his leadership skills. I know everybody on our trip felt the same .

Advice for Potential Travellers

Well not really but enjoy it ,it is the best holiday I have ever had.

Alan Sorensen

Reviewed March 2015

Cycle Nicaragua, Costa Rica & Panama - Love it!

Awesome journey with a combination of physical challenge; great scenery; unique wildlife; amazing food; and beautiful people. I did not know much about the region prior to the trip and had my eyes opened on a regular basis – such a wonderful part of the world, and a great way to experience it! Get on your bikes people!

Most Inspirational Moment

Loved cycling in the pouring rain. To be riding and tilt my head and capture the rain in my mouth was just awesome - particularly after living in Dubai for the past 18 months. Arenal Lake also was wonderful and the accommodation there was the best hotel I have experienced.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Outstanding. Janiell had the perfect combination of energy, sense-of-humour, and leadership. Her interest in looking after each traveler and their own likes/wants was obvious for all to see and Janiell is a credit to the company. The finest tour leader I have experienced.

Advice for Potential Travellers

You don't need to be super-fit to enjoy this trip, but knowing how to get a bike up a hill and how to work the gears definitely is an advantage. Take a light raincoat for the cycling, and keep a dry pair of clothes in your day pack, because when it rains on this trip it rains hard.

Valerie Box

Reviewed March 2015

Discover Sri Lanka

A comprehensive introduction to this beautiful island. The mix of activities from safaris to walking on Horton Plains, people watching in the river at Kitulgala or going round ancient cities was well planned. Good to wind down a bit at the end after all the more strenuous activities.

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing the determination to move on from 30 years of war and the tsunami. Everyone was very welcoming and the projects Exodus has initiated and runs are admirable. The ancient sites were pretty amazing too!

Thoughts on Group Leader

I think Roshan was having an 'off fortnight', given his previous high ratings. The insight he provided into the life and culture of Sri Lanka was excellent on all fronts, but otherwise his involvement was perfunctory.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don't expect everything to work - lights, plumbing, wi-fi etc - but if you aren't satisfied then tell either the hotel or your guide so faults can be rectified. There is a genuine willingness to provide good service but many places lack experience. Wi-fi often only in lobbys and slow/intermittent. Above all, look beyond the obvious short comings and enjoy. Sterling accepted for tip kitty and optional excursions.

Penny Dimond

Reviewed February 2015

A wonderful winter family adventure

An action packed snowy adventure enjoyed by mum, dad and 2 boys (11 and 8) in the stunning Finish countryside. This holiday gave us the opportunity to try shoe shoeing, cross country skiing, ice climbing, sledging, building snow homes, downhill skiing, exploring the countryside with huskies, learning about reindeer farming and sledging, in a wonderful environment with home cooked tasty food, new friends and a sauna and hot tub to relax in. Seeing the Northern Lights twice was a real bonus too.

Most Inspirational Moment

Driving the husky sleigh into the magical national park. We felt like we were in Narnia

Thoughts on Group Leader

Tessa and the whole team at Basecamp were inspirational. Tessa was an excellent leader, passionate about conserving the environment she lives and works in and her enthusiasm, experience, clarity and humour helped create a really positive experience for the group.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take snacks or food if you don't want to have lunch or buy extra food at base camp - there isn't an easy local alternative. also - make sure you budget for optional activities - the cost of these can add up quite quickly, but when you are there you will want to do them.

Reviewed February 2015

The Inca Trail Dec 2014

Wonderful trip, it’s hard going (especially Day 2) but worth the effort! We were with a great group and we all got on so well immediately. Wonderful encouragement along the trek for each other. Tour leader was brilliant.
Accommodation in Cuzco was very good, the camping experience not to be missed, tents were fine, porters amazing guys, the food fantastic, wonderful scenery on the trek. Kept having to pinch myself that I was actually on the Inca Trail!!

Most Inspirational Moment

Getting to the Sun Gate and seeing a misty Machu Picchu in the distance! Definitely felt that I had achieved something great when we got to Machu Picchu!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Wilfredo was a great tour leader. He was organised, efficient, he kept an eye out in case any of us were struggling with the altitude, his knowledge of Peru,Cuzco and the Incas is vast and so helpful. He made sure we all were ok and safe on the trek. He was a brilliant tour leader who helped us all enjoy our trip more than we thought.

Advice for Potential Travellers

It can rain!!! We encountered heavy downpours in Cuzco in the evenings before we began the trek. So either take or buy a couple of cheap plastic ponchos, so handy! It rained one day on the trek and again ponchos at the ready! We travelled in December and didn't take Malaria tablets, but did use Avon Skin So Soft Dry Oil Body Spray each day on the trek against any creatures. Take a hat with a brim, sun cream, and black bin bags as the duffle bags that you put your clothes on the trek etc in aren't waterproof. Also wet wipes and small plastic bags to put used wet wipes in for disposal. Sweets for energy boosts on the trek, but you can buy Haribo's in the towns, also try the Sublime chocolate bars....mmm!!

Andrew Tim

Reviewed February 2015

Highly recommended

This is a very varied trip – lots of different scenery (mountains, jungle, colonial towns, pacific and caribbean coasts, lakes, islands, volcanos), wildlife (toucans, sloths, coatimundi, agouti, crocodiles, iguanas, monkeys…), cultures (the three countries are noticeably different from each other), food, … there’s something for everyone here. Unless you don’t like cycling, that is…!

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing a sloth close enough to touch - even the tour leader and local guides were taking photos, this was such an unusual event!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Janiell was, without any doubt whatsoever, the best tour leader I have ever encountered - not just with Exodus, but across all the companies I've travelled with. Well-organised but relaxed, knowledgeable both on the interesting stuff (wildlife, scenery, etc.) and also the important (the best way of efficiently getting through the crazy border crossings), fun & friendly, got on with everyone in the group. Can't speak highly enough of her.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The cycling really isn't that demanding on this trip - I certainly found it easier than the South Africa "Cape/Winelands" trip, which had longer/tougher climbs and longer days in the saddle. That said, if you suffer in the heat, the central american countries may not be your favourite cycling destination; we had temperatures in the mid-30s on a regular basis. Dollars are OK everywhere, there's no need to worry about changing currency.

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