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This was a wonderful holiday in every respect, one that we will remember for many years.The scenery, location, food, company were all great. The villa and it’s hosts were superb – could not have been better. Nothing was too much trouble and they were so friendly and helpful.
It was fabulous to meet new people and share the experience with them – great fun and exhilarating.
Great sense of achievement after the long walks with breath taking scenery. Loved the bear watching and walking through the gorge.
Very friendly and incredibly knowledgeable. Very reassuring to have around and a great guy all round!
You DO need proper walking boots and waterproofs. Generally the weather is warm and sunny but with very heavy usually short lived rainfall in the afternoon/evening. Be prepared!
I went to Borneo because I wanted to see Orang Utans in their natural environment, but I knew little else about the country. I saw Orang Utans in the rehabilitation centres and in the wild, but I also saw Sun Bears, dolphins, Macaque and Proboscis monkeys, pygmy elephants – every day had a WOW moment. The jungle trekking was tough going at times but our excellent guides made sure they were still enjoyable treks, willingly sharing their knowledge and pointing out things of interest to our group. I learned so much about the local culture from visits to various centres, but also by chatting to our group leader Manuel. The accommodation was excellent and the transport provided was very safe. All activities were enjoyable and interesting – the camera was always in use! This holiday was intended to be a once in a life time trip, but now I want to go again. The holiday was everything I had hoped for and so much more.
After completing the 9k Sepilok trail, we went for dinner at the Banana Restaurant. There was a board walk leading from our accommodation to the restaurant and by that time of evening, it was quite dark. I was sitting with my back to the rails above the water, when I realised that people were looking at me or beside me... I turned round to look straight at an Orang Utan sitting on the rails! I had never heard him arrive. Seemingly Boogle, for that was his name, was a naughty escapee from the nearby Sepilok Rehabilitation Centre and this was his habit - to visit the restaurant, get a baby's bottle of milk and some bananas, before returning to the Centre! He was very calm, as he was still being handled by humans at the centre and was happy for the diners to take photos. It's not often I have had an Orang Utan at my table in a restaurant! We were making our descent from a viewpoint at the beautiful Danum Valley when our guide directed our attention to the trees - not easy when you are watching where you are putting your feet in a trail made from exposed tree roots - but as I looked up, I saw a mother Orang Utan, with her baby clinging to her chest, swing through the trees. She came into the trees above my head and I could look into her eyes. If I had stretched up, I might have been able to have touched her, she was so close. She paused for a moment but sensing no threat from the spell-bound human travellers, happily continued on her journey. Just after our arrival at the Myne Resort on Kinabatangan River, the group went on a river trip. Our Guide Manuel had said that some elephants had been sighted grazing, so off we sped. As we turned a bend in the river, there was a whole herd of Pygmy Elephant - approximately 60 of them - grazing and bathing on the opposite bank. The boat was stopped on the river and we sat initially in silence and awe, gazing at these magnificent animals - then the cameras went into action! The guide and boat crew were happy to wait for as long as we wanted - there was no rush or urgency to move on to see something else - so we sat for almost an hour!
Our group leader was Manuel Gidiun and he was excellent. He was very knowledgeable about the animal and plant life of Borneo and was always able to answer our queries. He also knew good places to eat, shop or the places of interest for sight-seeing. Manuel also helped us to deal with the practical issues e.g. where the nearest chemist could be found for those with tummy upsets or where to get laundry done cheaply - there is only so much that can be done in hotel basins! When any problems arose, he dealt with them immediately and effectively. We had a flight cancelled at the last minute due to weather problems, but we were not alarmed as Manuel immediately sorted out accommodation for us and made sure our boarding passes were ready for the next morning. He then re-arranged our remaining itinerary to ensure we did not miss out on the activities that had been planned. Manuel was a very sociable leader, remaining with the group at all times and sharing in our excitement and fun throughout the trip. He would tell us stories of growing up in Borneo, which added to the rich insights of the country. He was also a very organised team leader - every evening we had a briefing on the next day's activities - what clothes or footwear were advised, how much water we should take with us, whether we would be visiting places where we would spend money etc. - the little practical aspects which ensured we were able to enjoy all the activities. He was a team leader in whom we all had confidence and that reassured all of us.
Take plenty of memory cards for the camera! When you think you have enough packed, then add a few more - I have never taken so many photographs and videos on a holiday as I did in Borneo. You don't need to pack fancy clothes - it is definitely a tee-shirt and trekking trousers holiday. Good trekking shoes/boots, trekking sandals and a pair of flip-flops. Some of the treks can be a bit tough - I never knew there were so many steep hills in the jungle! - but they are still worthwhile and very enjoyable as the guides will ensure you get plenty of rest and water stops . You are in very safe hands in Borneo.
As I am getting older these sort of adventure trips are more important to me than one can imagine because the time will come soon where I will act my age.Having started the trip on a disastrous note where I fell very ill on the plane trip to Sri Lanka.Combination of a virus and my medication[inappropriate medication for the trip/climate]the big tip is check with your local doctor before embarking on said trip.I thus missed a couple of days cycling and wasnt as strong re cycling as usual.The trip went like clockwork from the beginning to the end and the group jelled really well .As luck would have it we had a doctor and a nurse within the group [lucky me]The trip staff were excellent and food was great and the country worth the effort to see The locals were tremendous and never saw a cross word to anyone anywhere,a serene country.
For me not able to perform at my best the downhill rides were a chance to express myself and really fly as physical effort was far less.Chased relentlessly by a passenger bus for several kilometres,horn blaring desperatly looking for somewhere to bail safely was awesome and when finally achieved wondering where the hell I was but it was all good.The real inspiration when sick in the mountains and unable to ride for a couple of days was to watch the others fight up a huge mountain climb finishing in darkening weather and all elated at the achievement.I also felt a little left out and downcast but the group were so good and so helpful that was inspirational and touching.
Outstanding.Suresh and his team are easily by the length of the straight and I have done some ten or so adventure trips,some into very dangerous enviroments[isolated areas of the andes white water rafting for extended times 10 hours from help]The teams I travelled with then were good but Suresh and his staff were the best even though the enviroment was far safer.I wa sso impressed I left my cycling jersey[s],pedals, pedal spanner and cleated shoes for the team.The reason I saw them all discreetly show acts of kindness to local poor people Drivers and especially the bike mechanic were outstanding as well
If you are older like me but still capable check suitability of any medication and attend your doctor to make any adjustment.A virus and inappropriate medication nearly cost me the trip.Never feel too old and stay within your limitations.Most importantly train correctly before hand and dont rely on natural ability.I also noticed several people elected to have their own room which I have never bothered to spend the extra.I as with this trip have always had a good room buddy.I really observed this situation on this trip and came to the conclusion that it is possibly a good thing as keys and coming and going ,packing the wrong gear etc etc isnt an issue.Exodus it may be an area to look at keeping the cost for single rooms close to share arrangements.I am guessing you would lose a few prospective clients who baulk at single supplement.
A very enjoyable trip. Well organised, as usual with Exodus, well led, surprisingly hot weather (30+ degrees) and three very interesting counties. We visited several fascinating cities, and heard a lot about the dark days of soviet rule, the struggle for independence, and its eventual achievement in 1991.
Several highlights: the beautiful cities of Tallinn and Riga, the Curonian Spit, Trakai castle, a cold war nuclear weapons site, the "hill of crosses", and lots of churches!
Nice lady, from Lithuania. She didn't know much about Estonia or Latvia so we had (very good) local guides, but when we got to her home city of Vilnius there was no stopping her!
Rightfully described as one of the world’s iconic trekking trails, the TMB met all my expectations. It was challenging and tough going in many parts. I can sit here back in England and reflect on something I am proud to have achieved and with every intention of encouraging friends to have their own go at. A great team of people to accompany me and led by a first class Mountain Leader in John, fed, watered and spiritually strengthened by our Cook, Graham.
A glass of grappa and a toast to Walter Bonatti, in the refuge bearing his name. John our guide had told us the story of the famous Alpinist and his independence of spirit. On the wall a photograph of the man himself and the inscription 'L'aventura e dentro di noi' .
John was first class from start to finish. He had the gift of knowing when to talk and when not to. He allowed us to enjoy the mountains for ourselves but at the same time and at the right time, knew how to enrich that experience with his knowledge and love for the area.
Get yourself fit before you take this one on. If you can't walk in hills or mountains then regularly run or cycle or swim or do some serious gym work, just to get you used to exertion and recovery. It's 100 miles and 10 000 metres of ascent and descent that is not to be underestimated.
A week in Jordan isn’t really enough! We added a few days in Amman before the start and at the end of our trip and it was well worth while. The trip itself was excellent in every respect with perhaps the exception of the group hotel, The Days Inn and Suites in Amman. Although a comfortable hotel it is just too far from downtown Amman and even though the taxis are cheap, the traffic is horrendous and the journey will take 30 minutes at least. Also this hotel catered for weddings and when one was due the swimming pool and the restaurant were not availble for hotel guests! Given that there are very few restaurants in the immediate area this could be a real problem. That was the main gripe for this trip everything else was really good.
Petra and the walks we went on in the area were great.
Khaled was excellent at all times. Very knowledgeable and very professional.
If you want to see anything of Amman, and you should, book a few days extra either at the start or end of the trip, but do not stay at the group hotel. We stayed at the Amman Pasha which is in the centre of town overlooking the Roman theatre. It is a little run down but clean and the staff were very helpful at all times.
I had some doubts about this trip, but these doubts turned out to be unfounded and this trip was amazing! We were able to get a real taste of Morocco and experience all the country has to offer.
Trekking the Atlas Mountains was a great experience. The uphill was a tough (but manageable) climb and the downhill was fraught with danger and I ended up on my backside a few times (I recommend hiking boots or at least trainers with good ankle support) but we made it!
Abdullah was a fantastic group leader. He knew all the areas well and was always on hand to answer any questions we had. His choice of local guides and restaurants was also excellent. During the treks, he was very in a league of his own, though always on hand to help the rest of the group.
As mentioned above, hiking boots would probably be best for the treks. I wasn't a huge fan of Marrakech and thought it was a bit of a let down - it does come at the end of the trip so maybe prepare yourself for a bit of a let down. I would probably buy souvenirs etc is Fez and Essaouira if possible.
Everything about this trip was fantastic, there wasn’t a single wasted moment and it was all worthwhile, really amazing.
Reaching the Sun Gate after four days of trekking.
Well organised, great at his job, really well versed in history, culture, and general local knowledge. He worked hard to make it a great trip for everyone.
Read the trip notes carefully.
A tour of Bosnia. The countryside is stunning and the cities fascinating.
The walk through the gorge near Sarajevo. the flowers were amazing, the views great and the lunch at the end in the village was really good.
Lorenc was really good. He was very interesting on local history and everything was really well organised.
This turned out to be the trip of a lifetime so far. Every day brought fresh highlights and the holiday just got better as we progressed. Each of the 3 countries visited are so beautiful and the people so warm and friendly that you won’t want to leave. Of course, the wildlife is a real highlight – especially spending time with the serene mountain gorillas.
Lots of them! Hearing the gorillas before we could actually see them and then having the privilege of spending time with them; Listening to a family of elephants communicating with each other and protecting their young; Silently floating over the Masai Mara in the ballon and watching the sunrise; The exhilaration of white water rafting on the Nile
Often is a wonderful leader and well supported by the fantastic team of Odoyo, Wilson and Alex. We were like a happy family - lots of shared laughter. Often was always happy to share his knowledge and got the balance just right when it came to giving us necessary information.
Don't bother taking lots of low denomination dollar notes - you are actually better off with a supply of $50 bills as you get a better exchange rate in the banks the higher the note - just take a few $10 and $20s for porters, tipping etc. It's very easy to change money in to local currency as you go - we took the leader's advice on how much to change and he got it about right. It's easier to have the local currency in bars etc or you'll pay a bit more in dollars. The balloon flight, though expensive, really was a wonderful experience so go for it if you can. Having to transit through Addis is a real bore - we got held airside on the way out which meant no access to food of drink for nearly 6 hours - if this happens to you insist on being allowed through, we weren't vocal enough. Having said that our return was much better and we were directed to the departure lounge so were able to browse the shops and drink etc. Maybe the outward journey was a one off but I would advise you to make sure you have a book and something available to drink just in case. Ethiopian Airlines were very good.