Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing animals and activities like cycling, climbing Lion Rock.
Thoughts on Group Leader
He was great. Very friendly and extremely knowledgeable with a good sense of humour.
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Discover Sri Lanka
Amazing holiday. Brilliant guide.
Discover Sri Lanka
Good trip content, interesting tour, informative guide
Most Inspirational Moment
Plus rafting, whale trip, seeing Buddhist monks walking up to little England (sorry don't have trip notes on me to state the correct name), having afternoon tea at the grand Hotel and visiting the temple of the tooth in Kandy. Also, mustn't forget the elephants
Thoughts on Group Leader
Marvellous, good organiser, approachable and knew how to phrase options in a way to get the response that was wanted
Beautiful country and people
A lovely trip to this beautiful and varied island that mixes culture, history and lots of nature. Now more than ever Sri Lanka needs income from sustainable tourism and we’d strongly recommend it as a laid back and fascinating destination for anyone.
Most Inspirational Moment
Climbing Sigiriya, cycling along the canal to a delightful lunch of many traditional dishes that you don't find in the hotel buffet, seeing elephants in the wild with their babies, walking Horton Plain and seeing the clouds drifting in below us at World's End, spending time at a farm.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Sujan was impeccably organised, great fun and worked hard to ensure the group gelled quickly. He has a great love of Sri Lanka and this came across in everything he did for the group.
Advice for Potential Travellers
It's easy to get cash from ATMs, the food was delicious and generally very good and varied for vegetarians. Bring plenty of light clothes it was up to 35C in March and a waterproof, because when it rains, it rains!
Discover Sri Lanka
Our trip was really well organised: from the trip notes to the first group meeting, we had clear instructions by email. When we met the local group leader (Sujan), we were impressed with his communications and leadership skills. Throughout the trip, we knew when/where/how the day was going to be organised. We felt safe and well looked after by someone with a high level of professionalism and pride in his country as well as pride in the company. Great customer care after the trip too!!
Most Inspirational Moment
The cycling ride in the countryside, Sigiriya's visit and the hotel where we decided to have a massage treatment in the fantastic hotel we stayed in, the farm visit where we had breakfast and played games.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Caring, funny, able to manage a large group as well as relate to individuals, great at communicating itinerary, efficient in organising arrivals and departure, sense of pride for hos country and his work.
Wonderfully varied trip
This trip was an excellent way to see a lot of Sri Lanka in 2 weeks. There was so much variety in the places we visited and the activities undertaken. We were able to experience culture and history in the temples and towns and then enjoy the wildlife on the safaris and the cycling trip. The Sri Lankan people were very welcoming.
Most Inspirational Moment
I loved climbing Sigiriya. We nearly didn't do the optional elephant safari but are so glad we did. I also really enjoyed the white water rafting - even the higher level wasn't too scary for a beginner. It was interesting visiting the tea factory and the spice garden and visiting a local farming family and playing games with them was fun.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader, Prathab, was excellent. He made everything run very smoothly and was calm and efficient throughout. He was very knowledgeable about history, culture and nature and his love of Sri Lanka shone through. He had a good sense of humour too.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Be prepared for some early starts and some long days. We had a fair bit of rain in February but it was too warm for raincoats. All the locals carry umbrellas as shelter against the sun and any sudden downpours. It was very humid (sweaty!) and it's useful and cheap to get some laundry done when you're at a hotel for a couple of nights. You will need plenty of cash for excursions and tips though you can pay with card at most of the hotels.
Wonderful experience
What a wonderful country! The food. The people, the environment! Just stunning! Just had 2 weeks with the exodus tour , our guide Roshan was exceptional! This is the 2nd exodus tour I’ve done and it didn’t disappoint. So much was packed in to the itinerary. The accommodation in the main was excellent. Def do all the extra bits and the white water rafting level 3 should not be missed! Im in my 60s and i loved it! I would absolutely recommend this trip.
Most Inspirational Moment
I dont think I can pick one, it was all wonderful. Getting caught in a tropical storm and wading back to the hotel was def memorable!
Thoughts on Group Leader
10 out of 10!
Advice for Potential Travellers
Def do the extras that are offered and absolutely follow the advice of your guide especially in places that are crowded. Apparently sri lankans dont que!
Discover Sri Lanka
The Discover Sri Lanka tour was very comprehensive, and exceeded expectations
Most Inspirational Moment
I particularly enjoyed the trek through Horton Plains
Thoughts on Group Leader
Professional and very accommodating, good client skills, and excellent sense of humour
Discover Sri Lanka
From booking the holiday until its completion everything went smoothly and the holiday fulfilled my expectations..
Most Inspirational Moment
Visiting the elephant orphanage and going on safari to see elephants in the their natural habitat. Also visiting villages and interacting with local people. Discovering the history and culture of Sri Lanka.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Parthap was an exceptional guide from beginning to end. He was knowledgeable and passionate about his country and went over and above to ensure that all members of the group fully enjoyed their experience of Sri Lanka. Parthap was always available to answer questions, give advice on things to do during any free time and his command of English made it easy for everyone to understand. His management of the tour ensured that we were able to relax and enjoy the whole experience knowing that we were in safe hands. We feel that he is an asset to Exodus.
Discover Sri Lanka
Good balance of activities. Some earlier starts balanced by some earlier finishes. We benefitted by using Open Street Map app which encouraged Doug and I to explore around hotels when we didn’t want to “relax by the pool”. In Nuwara Eliya the wlk up One Tree Mountain behind the hotel and the temple you see on the way particularly reccommended. Maybe it would be useful to other guests to suggest this or provide a map? Loved the lunch stops eg under the banyan tree and the Yummy Hotel.
Most Inspirational Moment
So many! Dambulla cave temples, Sigiriya Rock, Polonnaruwa. Elephants - both on the safari and the Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home. The birds seen on walks and cycle rides. Lunches under Banyan Tree, and Yummy Hotel and the other 2 family restaurants Roshan took us to near Polonnaruwa and in Kandy.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Roshan was friendly, approachable and generous with his time. He was very knowledgeable, pointing out plants, birds etc whenever on walks and cycles. On longer bus journeys he gave very well-prepared and interesting talks on Sri Lankan history, politics, social customs, water management and was very willing to take questions. He kept everything running smoothly and apparently effortlessly.
Discover Sri Lanka
Great trip; well organised. Fantastic tour leader, passionate about his country and wanting to show us the best of Sri Lanka. Skilled and friendly Driver and Assistant. Quality hotels. Excellent all round.
Most Inspirational Moment
Tour leader, game drive/safari, coastal hotel location, Lion's Rock, Spice Garden, tea plantation....pretty much everything!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent, friendly, competent, helpful and knowledgeable leader, who pitched the management, organisation and level of information sharing perfectly.