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49 Reviews

4.9 out of 5

Judith Currant

Reviewed July 2015

high inca trail

Salcantay part of the trip was spectacula, with many plants flowering,
The Inca Trail was also amazing and beautiful, with the incredible Inca sites interpruted extremely well by our guide Bobby.
Cuzco is a great city.

Most Inspirational Moment

Learning about the Inca history

Thoughts on Group Leader

Bobby, our guide was informative, interactive ,passionate about his country, Peru and the history of the Incas. I think small flora & fauna books would be very much appreciated & would enhance the experience.

Reply from Exodus

We would like to thank Judith for her review, although we are very sorry that she was disappointed with certain aspects of the trip, in particular the hotel used. Further to clients’ feedback we have made the decision not to use this property until we are confident that the building works have been completed and there will be no disruption to our clients; the property will be inspected before our groups are allocated rooms in the hotel.

Catherine Robinson

Reviewed July 2015

An amazing trip.

I cannot recommend this trip highly enough. The walking was challenging but thoroughly enjoyable. The views and culture were both beautiful and interesting and the organisation of the whole thing was exceptional.

Most Inspirational Moment

Camping beside Salkantay, walking along the Inca Trail, seeing the Inca sites and, obviously, walking through the Sun Gate and seeing Machu Picchu for the first time.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Brilliant. Bobby, and the assistant guide Jose, were both excellent. Really passionate and knowledgeable about their heritage, very experienced so I felt well looked after (and safe!) at all times and were really great company.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take clothes for all weathers. We had hot, cold, snow and rain - all within a matter of hours on some days. Take walking poles. I don't normally use them, but they became my most favourite thing on some of the tougher days. Get some level of fitness. It's not essential, but might make some of the harder days a bit easier. Even if it's just a case of you being used to being on your feet for 6+ hours. Pack as light as you can - it'll make organising your bag a bit easier. Take a torch - essential for after dinner. Take books. Not necessarily for the camping as I was generally far too tired to read anything, but for the flights. Having something to read in between flights was helpful. On the trek, keep eating and drinking. It really helps with the altitude and to keep your energy levels up. I took snacks which was good, but you can buy stuff in Cusco before you go.

Gerard Feeney

Reviewed June 2015

The High inca trail

The seven day trek rather than the 4 day trek to Macchu Picchu was definitely the right choice.;The first three days we hardly saw anyone, gave a real sense of adventure, almost as if you were on an expedition

Most Inspirational Moment

Camp below Salcantay, seeing the moon set and sun rise over the Andes. Sense of achievement in reaching Macchu Picchu Witnessing, from a safe distance , avalanche on Salcantay. We were at top of pass (5000m) on day three when tis occurred

Thoughts on Group Leader

our leader bobby was very knowledgeable and experienced, showed a real passion for his country and Inca history. he also had a good sense of humour

Advice for Potential Travellers

Make sure you have a 4 season sleeping bag or hire one,. camp at Salcantay can be very cold

Leah Fairman

Reviewed June 2015

High Inca Trail - Salcantay

This was an amazing trip that was everything I hoped it would be and more. The scenery was amazing, the guides and porters were fabulous and someone organised perfect weather. Every detail was perfectly organised, and any hiccups were quickly smoothed. From pre-trip support from exodus, through to the day to day experience of the trek I can’t say enough good things.

Most Inspirational Moment

Talking to our guide, Wilbert Ramos, about his experiences and relationship with his country and, of course, coming through the Sun Gate at Manchu Picchu. There were inspirational moments every day, but these two stand out.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Wilbert was fantastic. He brought Peru and Incas alive through his passion for people, his knowledge of his country and its history and his genuine desire to ensure that everyone on the trek, from tourists to porters were looked after and had a good experience. I've been on a number of treks and his skills as a mountain leader and guide were some of the best I've ever seen.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Make sure you build up a good level of fitness before you go - you don't need to be able to run a marathon, but the fitter you are the more you'll enjoy it. Be open minded and mindful. Take the time just to sit out and enjoy where you are and what you are doing.

Stephen Brown

Reviewed September 2014

High Inca Trail

A stand out experience, expertly guided, full of adventure amongst stunning scenery. Great food, camaraderie and fun.

Most Inspirational Moment

Being at the mercy of the Andean mountain weather, we experienced some unexpected twists and turns to the originally planned trip. I was inspired by the calm and seamless way our guide, Wilfredo steered us through these adversities and how the group came together in support of each other when needed. The scenery was awesome and the bird life, including seeing a Condor were memories I will treasure.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Wilfredo has excellent knowledge of the history and culture of the Andean people, he was professional, calm and well organised, whilst being fun, personable and totally committed to our care and enjoyment. I feel he gained 16 new friends who admire and respect him.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Hot in the day... VERY cold at night, train well beforehand, particularly on steep hills.

David Shelton

Reviewed September 2014

Great Trip

This trek has everything from fantastic views through to some hard climbs and strenuous days. However, if you can do Everest base camp and Kilimanjaro you can certainly cope with this trek although you have to respect the altitude just as with the other trips. There is a good blend of other activities (particularly Cusco) with the trek, the high point (literally) of which is getting to the top of Dead Woman’s Pass and arriving at the Sun Gate

Most Inspirational Moment

Along with some great views and the Inca ruins, including Machu Picchu, we had breakfast on top of a mountain at sunrise. The guides, porters and horsemen are inspiring in a different way because of their hard work and fantastic support for the trekkers - they were second to none.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Willfredo was an excellent guide. He had great knowledge, could tell Inca "stories" and looked after us very well. He had some difficult decisions to take (snow blocking the pass, fire on the track, road closures etc.) but always came to the right conclusion in the interests of the group. He was very personable and everyone in the group liked him very much. Bruce was an excellent assistant on the trekking part of the trip, also demonstrating good knowledge and guiding skills.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Read the trip notes so you are clear about what is going to happen and don't ignore the altitude warnings. I take Diamox and it has worked for me on 3 separate trips but the effects of altitude are random so don't treat it lightly. As the notes suggest take dollars and change to Sol as you go - you can get dollars and sol from the local cashpoints at banks. If you are not a natural camper be prepared for some cold nights (proper sleeping bags etc. are essential), but it is worth a degree of discomfort to experience this part of the world.

Richard Seaton

Reviewed September 2014

High Inca Trail

As a group of friends who have years of experience of long distance walks and challenges we chose Exodus to guide us on the High Inca Trail. I thoroughly enjoyed this trip and rate it on a par with the incredible experience of climbing Kilimanjaro. The trek was brilliantly organised by our Exodus team leader who met us at the airport, escorted us to our hotel and then showed us Cusco by night. Her knowledge and experience were excellent providing us a marvelous insight into the Inca culture and the Spanish effect on it. The High Inca trek was a testing walk but for a reasonbly fit person (I am 60 years young), it was quiet attainable.
An acclimatisation walk put us in the mood to experience the ever changing and beautiful countryside and views, we visited Inca ruins of all shapes and sizes. We saw Condors soaring gracefully through blue skys on the trek and nothing can prepare you for what you feel as you walk through the sun gate. We subsequently visited a host of villages and Inca ruins, we ate at the home of a very welcoming local family on one occasion and also had time to explore on our own.

Most Inspirational Moment

The trek was marvelous with varied terrain and taking on the affects of altitude. The history of this beautiful country is mesmerizing.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader was superb. She thoroughly briefed us on what to expect, guided us through every stage keeping us safe at all times. Her knowledge of Peru and the Inca people was massive. She inspired the horsemen, and porters who obviously had great respect for her. She was immediately our friend and leader fulfilling all her promises of a trip of a life time.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Good boots, warm clothing for the very cold nights, lots of insect repellent and sun block and a sense of fun and discovery.

Reviewed October 2013

THE HIGH INCA TRAIL

A challenging adventure.

Most Inspirational Moment

As we performed a ritual thanking the mountains for a safe arrival at Chiriasqa pass at 5000m a condor appeared and flew just above us. Seeing Machu Picchu for the first time upon arrival at the Sun Gate. Being so close to Salcantay.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Maritza was a very competent leader capable of dealing with everything presented to her.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take at least two large packs of wet wipes, a spare battery for your camera, a good three season sleeping bag and Merino tee shirts and thermals. If you can squeeze it in then also take a pillow. I also recommend getting two or three dry bags from a camping shop to keep your clothes in when packing your duffle bag. Go at your own pace but don't stop for too long to catch your breath as you'll get cold.

Reviewed October 2013

THE HIGH INCA TRAIL

Wonderful trek, highly recommended. Although the Inca Trail itself is well worth doing it’s relatively busy, so to have four days trekking in the high mountains before that with hardly another tourist in sight added so much to the experience.

Most Inspirational Moment

Reaching the end of the Inca Trail and seeing Machu Picchu from the Sun Gate is great, but camping next to Salkantay glacier and walking alongside the mountain up to the Inca Chiriasqa pass was even better.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Arturo was great fun and very knowledgable; apart from running the trek he was well able to talk us round the various Inca sites without a guide. Staff were excellent, and the standard of meals on trek was amazingly high.

Advice for Potential Travellers

We were pretty lucky with the weather and most days were sunny and mild, but camping at 4000 metres is cold. Really cold. Who'd have thought it?

Reviewed September 2013

THE HIGH INCA TRAIL

Stunning scenery, a decent ‘tough at times’ trek, trip of a lifetime.

Most Inspirational Moment

I felt the whole trek was inspirational but the most inspirational moment was being camped beside & staring in awe of Mnt Salkantay as the day ended and the night came in and to then, the following day, walk beside it. Truely amazing.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Wilbert was brilliant - a fasinating character. Very friendly, intelligent, always happy and had a story to tell. Full of knowledge & very passionate about his country and always wanting to teach you and share his knowledge & the history of the Incas.

Advice for Potential Travellers

If you feel your fitness levels aren't great then do somerthing about it because this a a challenging trek for those that are not used to it. I would also advise to take plenty of tavel tissues & hand saintiser to keep your hands clean and free from germs to avoid a potential stomach bug. I would also recommend a decent camera as there will be plenty of this that should be snapped as memory of this wonderful trip.

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