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4.7 out of 5

Reviewed September 2011

DISCOVER NAMIBIA

It wasn’t a particularly relaxing holiday but it was well worth all of the early starts and hours spent travelling as we had a wonderful time.

Most Inspirational Moment

Some of our highlights included seeing the massive seal colony at Cape Cross, walking to Deadvlei (hard going but beautiful), arriving at Etosha and spending hours and hours sitting at a waterhole watching many animals come and go.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our guide was fantastic. He was friendly, helpful, informative and well-organised and really couldn't have done anything more for us.

Advice for Potential Travellers

My advice for potential travellers would be to expect to spend a lot of time covered in sand and to bring warm clothes, a very warm sleeping bag (if travelling in Winter) and a (head) torch.

Reviewed September 2011

WALKING IN TUSCANY

A very enjoyable week in a beautiful area of Tuscany, with very friendly group of fellow travellers.
The farmhouse is situated in a lovely location with great views across the valley. The walks are varied and challenging at times, especially in the heat of summer.

Most Inspirational Moment

Reaching the summit of Pania del Croce with the wonderful views from the ridge. Braccorti itself, do not think I would ever tire of the view from the pool. Lucca is also well worth a visit on the free day.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Liz was a really great leader, calm, professional, friendly, helpful and encouraging.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Walking poles are essential.

Reviewed September 2011

KILIMANJARO CLIMB - RONGAI ROUTE

From the minute I arrived in Tanzania, I felt looked after. The hotel stay was brilliant, the guides were awesome, the porters were fantastic, the food was amazing and reaching the summit was the cherry on the icing on the cake! I enjoyed every moment of this trip, it was well organised, with great communication and a fabulous support team! This was an unforgettable trip!

Most Inspirational Moment

There are so many parts of my trip that left me feeling inspired and humbled. The work of the porters to completely look after you and support you, the commitment of the guides to keep you safe and get you to the summit, the cooking on a mountain in Africa. The views and sunsets. The people of Africa. I loved it all and feel inspired by the whole trip.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader Makeke, was friendly, committed, knowledgeable, thorough and hardworking. He had an omnipresent ability, always there to support but never in your way or in your face. Just always there if you needed him. I will never forget his efforts to get us to the top of Africa, and the emotions he showed when we made it down too! A very nice man who worked very hard for the whole group.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Travel lightBe as fit as you can be, do some long long walksHave a good sleeping mat and bagMake sure your walking boots are v comfortable and well wornTake lots of baby wipesTake lots of small notes in your currencyKeep a positive mental attitude

Reviewed September 2011

KERALA & TROPICAL INDIA

This is a superb trip. We read all of the reviews on it before booking and they say it all. We’re going to do another similar one next year.

Most Inspirational Moment

So much of it. Seeing so many locals running out of their houses to greet us every mile of the way. We didn't see another westerner for 12 days. The food was varied, mostly good and fun. WE SAW A TIGER!!! Our guides didn't come on the safari and were dead jealous when we got back as they had never seen one. You really get to see India and its cultures...cycling around little back lanes with music piping out from churches & mosques. Held a snake. Stopped at lots of little 'coffee shops' (not exactly Costa Coffee so don't expect it) where we sat around with locals. Without exception every person we encountered was friendly and happy to see us.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Safi, Joe and Shebu were the key to the success of this tour. After day one they were like family...friendly, helpful, encouraging, sympathetic, empathetic, funny, the list could go on for ever. The quality of these guys can not be understated in their quest to make this a wonderful experience for us all.

Advice for Potential Travellers

We all got saddle sore (still take a gell saddle though) but after the first 2 km each day you just forgot about it. We also had varying degrees of stomach problems but again everyone just accepted it was part of India and it didn't really spoil the fun at all. Ours was the first trip in August and the weather was ideal for biking. Mostly around 30 degrees and occasional rain to cool you and have fun cycling through.The 14 of us in our group was made up of some late 20s, 30s, 40s and us 2 in our mid 50s. Although we are not cyclists and struggled on days 1 and 4, everyone was great and each had their day of triumph. It was not a race and it was not an ordeal...we walked (with 2 others) up Ooty Hill as we couldn't cycle it. The bikes went on the van. It took us 4 hours but it was okay and we were cheered when we got to the top.

Reviewed September 2011

WALKING THE GREAT WALL

Overall the trip was brilliant – people within the group within group well I could not of picked a better group!

Most Inspirational Moment

Climbing to a height that really challenged me and my fear - then having support from previously strangers. Really reminds you how many lovely people in the world. The many laughsUsing public toilets

Thoughts on Group Leader

got better as time went on had a good sence of humour - very supportive

Advice for Potential Travellers

universal packing list not that helpful, get fit, think about independant flights to say long travelling times - that don't help that first day of walking.2 walking poleson, , take every oppotunity on offerTry c

Reviewed September 2011

THE AMALFI COAST

The scenery was wonderful (although not a patch on the Pembrokeshire coastline). The walking was challenging and ultimately offered spectacular views, however in the August heat was not always enjoyable. The days where we were not walking were interesting.

Most Inspirational Moment

On the boat trip on the last day, you get to see from a distance exactly how far you have walked and climbed over the week, that was a satisfying moment. The village where the hotel is based was a highlight of the trip. There aren't really tourists there, just a working village where every garden is fully utilised for growing vegetables and fruit or housing animals. It is wonderful place to spend an afternoon wandering around. You'll also find possibly the best espresso's in Italy there too.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent. Very thorough and attentive.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The walking on this holiday is not moderate. I would recommend some incline training before hand for anyone who does not hike regularly.I went in August, it was incredibly hot. The walking is challenging enough without having to climb in 32 degree heat. Many in the group became hot and sweaty very quickly. This was really uncomfortable at times. I would advise going at a different time.Bug spray is essential for the evenings. The roads to the village and Amalfi are long and windy. If you are someone who suffers from motion sickness, ensure that you take appropriate pills with you.

Reviewed September 2011

CORSICAN MOUNTAINS & VILLAGES

It was absolutely fantastic. The Island is gorgoeous, the hotel was nice, the hikings was great. The only dissapointment was the average age and maybe exodus can be on their website the average age of the group?

Most Inspirational Moment

The last hiking day where the hiking was on a high mountain

Thoughts on Group Leader

He's fun and very experienced

Advice for Potential Travellers

It's great fun...

Reviewed September 2011

CANADIAN ROCKIES & VANCOUVER ISLAND

There was a great mix of activity on this holiday. It was a wonderful experience

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing the bears and the whales in their natural habitat.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Good. Very knowledgeable.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Make sure you have taken suitable precautions for any injuries you may be carrying. Spraining my ankle again meant I couldn't take part in all the activities I wanted to.

Reviewed September 2011

CYCLE THE CAMINO DE SANTIAGO

A fabulous experience, with a fabulous group of people of a wide age range!

Most Inspirational Moment

Walking from the valley up to O Cebriero - I had fantastic views before the clouds came down.The arrival in Santiago and knowing that the challenge had been met.

Thoughts on Group Leader

A superb group leader and backup person who couldn't do enough for us; everything planned to make each stage of the journey achievable and flexible enough to sort out any bike problems along the way.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Ensure you get in some practice climbing hills before the trip; not totally essential, because the backup vehicle is a fail safe. If not, be prepared to walk fast and push!

Reviewed September 2011

CYCLE INDOCHINA & ANGKOR

Great trip from start to finish

Most Inspirational Moment

Sounds trite but there was something to amaze me everyday.Obviously the temples-but the friendliness of the people, the motorbikes and how organised everyting was!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Al made the holiday -much more than a leader a friend too!. Nothing was to much trouble-everything was so well run that it seemed so relaxed.Poor Al was the only one to come off his bike on a very wet, slippery bend- only bruised thankfully

Advice for Potential Travellers

Money from atms no problemSunscreen, a hat, and insect repellant vital!

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