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4.7 out of 5

J Wilkinson

Reviewed September 2017

Enjoy ALL the animals!

Had dreamed of going on safari for many years so made the most of this opportunity by choosing camping and 4WD so I could get as close to nature as possible. The animals arrived immediately – not many countries you encounter warthogs, baboons and rock monitor lizards transferring from airport to the only hotel on the tour! Loved being close to animals in their natural habitat with a guide who knew his stuff. Elephants, lions, cheetahs, gnus, giraffes, a variety of antelopes, 2 different types of zebras, black rhinos – yes, but our guide spotted the small stuff: over 120 different bird species; a skink; beetles; desert rat; ground squirrels; scorpions – fascinating creatures. Tents are comfy enough; the bush showers n toilets work well enough; good bush cooking. Was sad to return from the semi-desert to the game reserve campsites in Etosha. In the bush we viewed the Perseid meteor shower in the blackest sky, millions of stars I’d never seen before, the Milky Way with a bunch of jackals cackling round the hills!

Most Inspirational Moment

There were 2: 1) tracking for black rhino we spotted 2 not far from the track (in Palmwag Concession). We kept downwind and followed them on foot to get closer. In a few minutes we were standing on rocks observing these rhinos eating breakfast just 25 feet from us. 2) following a young male elephant in the dry river bed at Hoanib, the bushes stirred and more appeared. In a few minutes we were completely surrounded by 16 elephants with 2 calves and 2 juveniles. We stayed calm, quiet and the herd stayed calm with us - I blubbed! :)

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our original guide was a good cook n storyteller. Due to a vehicle fault that developed on Day 1, our guide got it sorted swiftly and 2 4x4 replacements appeared, along with a 2nd guide to drive our group of 3. A bird expert and from the local tribe (Damara), his knowledge of the flora and fauna added to our enjoyment of the safari.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Water is highly precious in Namibia. Shower with less; expect cold water in the mornings; don't expect 2 showers per day so pack wet wipes for early morning starts. You're provided with juice/instant coffee/usual tea at breakfast/lunch or late afternoon. If you want different teas, juices or alcohol, the guides tell you where there are shopping opportunities, so make a list. We also bought extra fruit and dried fruit/nuts - everyone enjoyed healthy snacks on the road. Take a good camera for safaris - I did my research before going. Chose a bridge camera with max zoom so no trouble changing lenses in a very dusty environment (60x zoom). Delighted with the results - great memories. Buy 2/3 memory cards, not just 1 mahoosive memory card (if lost/stolen/damaged, you lose all pics). Take a powerbank to recharge camera/phone - recharged via USB in the 4WD. Enjoy each day for what it brings - if you wish it away hunting only to snap a leopard, then you miss all the other nature. Breathtaking landscapes too. For this trip you don't need walking boots - trainers or trekking sandals are fine for walking/ light scrambling over rocks at Twylfontein and Waterberg Plateau.

Wendy Nichols

Reviewed September 2017

Gorilla, lions, rhinos and more

This trip is as amazing as it looks. The safari parts were amazing on their own and then you have the gorillas to look forward to. Watching the lions, elephants, rhino, elephants, zebras, cheetah and so many other animals in the wild is additive! This was my 10th safari trip and it didn’t disappoint! The gorillas experience in Rwanda was even more amazing then I had imagined and I felt privileged to spend an hour with them, watching them in the wild and being astounded as a baby gorilla stroked my leg.
Book this trip now and you won’t regret it.

Most Inspirational Moment

The gorillas without a doubt. A once in a lifetime experience never to be forgotten.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Great team for the trip. The tour leader was informative, approachable and ensured the trip ran smoothly throughout.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Card games for the long drives make the traveling days speed by. If you have a small extra bag that's good for the camping days so you can take a small bag into the tent (especially if your sharing or not paying the single supplement).

Timothy Whitaker

Reviewed September 2017

Extraordinary!

There really aren’t words for the experience of standing on the rim of an active volcano at night and watching it explosively erupt. It is a full frontal assault on all of the senses. It starts with a brilliant flash of orange light followed closely by a boom that you feel as much in your chest as you hear with your ears. Then the pyrotechnic fountain of lava congeals into bombs that pound into the ground around the crater with a resounding chorus of heavy thuds. This is followed shortly by a shower of ash and a wafting cloud of sulfurous vapors. To say it is awe inspiring does the experience a serious misjustice. I can’t recommend this trip highly enough. Our guide was excellent, the treks were well paced, and sights were magnificent.

Most Inspirational Moment

Unquestionably standing on the rim of the Stromboli volcano and watching it erupt.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Nicoletta was great and did a good job of setting the pace of the treks.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Just book it.

Chrissie Coyle

Reviewed September 2017

Zambezi Valley - Awesome

This really was roughing it for 4 days and nights wild camping and canoeing, 2 days in a fly camp with comfortable beds and showers/toilets and 1 night at Zambezi Breezers with a Bar! An awesome trip with great people and a fantastic guide and assistant guide.

Most Inspirational Moment

Watching and experiencing wildlife as it should be. Hippos, elephants, antelope and deer, warthogs, a variety of exotic birds, just amazing. Being outdoors and on the river, experiencing sunrise and sunsets which photos just can't do justice. Waking up and looking out of your tents to see wildlife wandering nearby. Drifting along with the river, soaking up the sun, breeze, atmosphere, scenery was simply bliss.

Thoughts on Group Leader

CB (Cuthbert) was truly amazing, he worked like a trojan, was knowledgeable, looked after us all extremely well, kept 12 novice canoeists safe and all with a brilliant sense of humour. His assistant Best, whilst quietly spoken, worked extremely hard and with CB made sure we were very well looked after.

Advice for Potential Travellers

There isn't much time to re-arrange bags and it could be dark when you arrive so pack enough for 4 days in one bag and pack light, you don't need loads of stuff. Be prepared for long transfers.

Deb Norman-pawley

Reviewed September 2017

Wow!

This trip is non stop.. you see and do so much with a fun, knowledgeable guide. There is nothing we were not happy with…brilliant experience

Most Inspirational Moment

Not sure I could chose one but probably the war tunnels ..

Thoughts on Group Leader

Such fun from start to finish and worked tirelessly to ensure everything was good..so knowledgeable and passionate too...

Advice for Potential Travellers

Just do It! .. ideal for single travellers too

Deb Norman-pawley

Reviewed September 2017

Wow!

This trip is non stop.. you see and do so much with a fun, knowledgeable guide. There is nothing we were not happy with…brilliant experience

Most Inspirational Moment

Not sure I could chose one but probably the war tunnels ..

Thoughts on Group Leader

Such fun from start to finish and worked tirelessly to ensure everything was good..so knowledgeable and passionate too...

Advice for Potential Travellers

Just do It! .. ideal for single travellers too

William Grimshaw

Reviewed September 2017

Uganda: Chimps and Gorillas

This trip was extraordinary in every sense of the word. The diversity of the landscape seen in Uganda is breathtaking, and coupled with the various forms of wildlife we were so close to in the wild made this trip unforgettable. From our arrival at the airport we were made to feel welcome by our brilliant guides and although there are some long car journeys on some very bumpy roads, they are all worthwhile once you arrive at the fabulous accomodation. The food is phenomenal and the staff at each lodge are attentive and greet you with a smile when returning from a long day of travelling or searching for exotic animals. We managed to spot a leopard, lions, elephants, hippos, crocodiles, gorillas, chimpanzees and so many species of primates and birds that I lost count! Truly a once in a lifetime experience.

Most Inspirational Moment

Definitely reaching the mountain gorillas for the first time when trekking. It is truly awe-inspiring to be so close to such a magnificent and rare creature, and their calmness towards the human visitors means photo opportunities are plentiful. Additionally, another source of inspiration for myself was seeing children while we were driving carrying heavy bags, but once hearing or seeing the car a smile lighting up their face to wave. The warm nature of the Ugandan people is another aspect of this country I will never forget.

Thoughts on Group Leader

David was a superb leader and with his partner Laurence I am sure we were graced with the most knowledgable pair in Uganda! Both men were wonderfully funny and kept spirits high while also being informative of the areas we were visiting.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Book this trip now!

Chandra Kant Sharma

Reviewed September 2017

Trullis, Olive trees and Negative Architecture

Very good exposure to the cave dwellings, trullis and olive groves in the Puglia region. Marinella was an excellent guide who provided us with the background and context in a clear and simple manner. She also took care to introduce us to the variety of foods available in the region – which we may have missed out on if this care was not taken.

Most Inspirational Moment

"Inspirational" is a difficult word! I greatly enjoyed seeing the trullis in Alberobella, the ancient olive groves and the very nice towns and villages we passed through.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excellent knowledge and communication ability. Very patient and accommodating. She arranged for us to eat excellent dinners though some of these were more expensive than I would have planned for. I suggest that she should advise participants about the options available for dinner before proceeding to make bookings on her own.

Advice for Potential Travellers

a) August is very hot! and the tour in this month should be avoided, if possible. b) The distance from Matera station to the hotel is significant and your suitcase will need to be carried most of the way - so travel light! c) Fresh orange juice is widely available and can be an inexpensive and refreshing pick-me-up.

Sandra Martin

Reviewed September 2017

My Magical Tour du Mt Blanc Adventure!

I did this trip in July 2017. It was the most magical, memorable and rewarding adventure trip I have ever done.! This trip is not about rushing from A to B. This trip is all about the journey. It is about having fun, it is about the magical scenery, it is about the culture of the people who live in the alps and most importantly it is about the people you meet along the way. You get out of this trip what you put in to it.
Our guide Jeff was fantastic. He was professional, intelligent, engaging, fun, friendly, safety conscious, and most importantly very caring towards his customers. Jeff is the most inspiring guide I have ever met!
The accommodation was great. We stayed in a variety of hotels, hostels and auberges. They were all of a high standard, clean, hygienic and all the staff were friendly.
The staff at the Richemond Hotel in Chamonix were outstanding. They were very friendly and helped me practice my French which I greatly appreciated.
Our meals were great, with plenty of choice. You must try the cakes at the Bovine Refugio!
The hiking pace each day was good. It was steady, however you could stop and take photos whenever you liked or even just stop for a few minutes to ‘ soak up nature’.
I liked our exercise session every morning after breakfast. It was a great way to get our muscles ready for our long day of hiking. It also helped with team bonding as we always had lots of laughs during this time, watching each other trying to balance on one leg and hopping about.
If you want to be inspired, have fun, and go on an epic adventure, go with Exodus!

Most Inspirational Moment

The eldest person in our group ( not sure of his age), but he would be over 70, had a fall just before the water crossing and injured himself. He did not cry or complain. After our guide ' bandaged' him up, the man completed the days hike, with a smile on his face, and more importantly, finished the whole trip. He is an absolute inspiration.! Our guide Jeff was equally inspiring during this time as he was calm, confident and reassuring to this man, even though it must have scared him also, not just the customer.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader Jeff, was fantastic. He was professional, intelligent, engaging, fun, friendly, safety conscious and most importantly very caring towards his customers. Jeff is the most inspiring guide I have ever met.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Just do it! But remember, this trip is all about having fun! Don't rush, don't show off pretending you are the fastest and most fit person in the group. Get with the program and be a team member. Pace yourself up the steep hills and remember to hydrate frequently. Water, water, water! I did regular hill training 6 months prior to this trip and this definitely helped. I also did a basic 'French for fun and travel' course prior to the trip and it was extremely useful. Most importantly, go with the flow, get to know your fellow team mates, laugh often and be happy!

Nicola Peers

Reviewed September 2017

There is more to Peru than Machu Picchu

You’ll see amazing and varied scenery on this trip, from islands in the Pacific to barren desert, high mountains, the flat altiplano, lush jungle, lake Titicaca, deep canyons, extinct, dormant and live volcanoes, and bustling cities. Colourful clothing and hats as varied as the landscape, and delicious food.

Long bus journeys but comfortable with plenty of stops and stunning scenery.

Lots of optional trips mean there is time for independent exploration if you prefer.

Most Inspirational Moment

Lake Titicaca - both the homestay and the visit to the Uros Islands. The people were welcoming and keen to share their way of life, so different to ours.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader was excellent. She took great care of us all, was very professional and organised, and always ready to help. She was also extremely knowledgeable and clearly has a genuine interest in the history of her country. Thank you Diana!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Drink plenty of water and coca tea to help with the altitude. Stay as long as possible at Machu Picchu and watch the chinchillas emerge as the crowds leave. Learn a few words of Spanish - it shows willing and English is not widely spoken.

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