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167 Reviews

4.8 out of 5

Reviewed November 2012

EVEREST BASE CAMP

A great trip- hard work but well worth it.

Most Inspirational Moment

Getting to the top of Kala Pattar- fab views of Everest.

Thoughts on Group Leader

I had complete confidence in him- something that is essesntial when having to deal with a number of unknowns- altitude issues, problems with flights etc. Very experienced and cool when under pressure.

Advice for Potential Travellers

To really enjoy the trip, make sure you are fit- it will mean that the days are not too arduous and hills not too painful! It also means that if you do get a bug or other illness you will be more likely to take it in your stride.

Reviewed November 2012

EVEREST BASE CAMP

This trip was absolutely amazing. If you are thinking about doing it, then go for it. But, be warned it is also extremely tough. Some of the days are long and the altitude can really get to you. All that said though, reaching base camp is definately worth the effort. Nepal is an amazing country and home to some absolutely stunning scenery. Kathmandu is a crazy, bustling city that’s so full of life and culture. Definately worth the visit, you will not be disappointed!

Most Inspirational Moment

The most inspirational part of the trip was actually making it to base camp. After a day of walking for eight hours to see the base camp sign and the tents lined up for an impending Everest summit attempt was absolutley overwhelming.You really feel like you're on a different planet when you're up there, it's a very beautiful and spiritual place and I feel absolutely priviledged to have been able to experience a trip such as this.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader was Gum, with Pembe Snr, Pembe Jnr and Neema assisting. All of the guides were very knowledgable and passionate about what they did. They were always there to help and offer advice. Even carrying my bag when the trek became a bit of a struggle for me!The whole team was fantastic and Gum took us to some fabulous restaurants in Kathmandu that we would have never found on our own.

Advice for Potential Travellers

You need to make sure you are fit for this trip. There are some very long days of walking and you spend some considerabke time at altitude.I read before I went that the best training is to walk up flights of stairs, this is the best advice I have read, there are a lot of steps on the way up and I wish I had dome more stair walking to prepare for this.Also, walking poles are invaluable, especially on the way down.I also found that I ran out of Chlorine Dioxide tablets for purifying water, take enough to do 60 litres + of water as at altitude you drink roughly 4 litres per day.

Reviewed October 2012

EVEREST BASE CAMP

A truly amazing trip that was enjoyable and memorable from the first day to the last. Organised brilliantly to take in the fantastic landscape of Nepal and the Himalaya together with the many and diverse cultural and religous aspects of the region. Recommended for anyone with a spirit of discovery and adevnture.

Most Inspirational Moment

Getting to the top of Kalar Pattar and seeing Everest and the Khumbu glacier in brilliant clear skies was fantastic. The view was awe inspiring and the tremendous effort to get to that moment made it all the more special.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Lakpa was brilliant and I have tremendous respect for him. He lead a wonderful team and Exodus should be proud of them. Lakpa made everyone feel safe and comfortable in the group and was a great authority on all geographical, religous and cultural questions that we bombarded him with - a real mountain Guru ! Lakpa made a great trip into a fantastic experience.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be flexible in your approach to this trip , the weather can cause some disruption with internal flights etc so be patient and just go with it.

Reviewed October 2012

EVEREST BASE CAMP

A truly amazing epic journey of a lifetime. This was made possible by Exodus and the people they employ in Nepal who not only took good care of us but encouraged us day in day out and taught us alot about their culture. It wasn’t just about the mountains.

Most Inspirational Moment

For me the most inspirational moment of the trip was to actually achieve reaching Base Camp. People usually have a bucket list to tick off, I have started one with Everest Base Camp, truly amazing experience, loved every minute.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Fantastic leader with good assistants even down to the guy who herded the yaks. We mixed with them all the time and couldn't have done the trip without any of them.

Advice for Potential Travellers

This is my first and biggest walking/climbing experience but it isn't the last. This trip enabled us to get close to the people of Nepal who warmly welcomed us. Showers were plentiful albeit not UK standard but when in Nepal do as they do. Food to suit all tastes and pleasant knowledgeable guides who really take care of your every need. Excellent.

Reviewed October 2012

EVEREST BASE CAMP

A fantastic trip with fantastic guides and great comrades all the way to base camp.

Most Inspirational Moment

Visiting the Hilary school was a real eye opener for me! The first glimpse of the mighty Everest was awesome .

Thoughts on Group Leader

A very knowledgable guide,very friendly and helpful and a great inspiration on the lows(when had altitude sickness)

Advice for Potential Travellers

Yep,book it do it enjoy it and have fun.

Reviewed May 2012

EVEREST BASE CAMP

A fantastic trek in a great part of the world. Exodus make it so easy as you are well looked after by the staff from start to finish.

Most Inspirational Moment

The summit of Kala Phatar ( View over to Everest) and the 2 night stay at Base Camp Everest. Seeing the climber on the Khumbu icefall.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Lapka was great, paassing on all his knowledge of the area all the way throughout the trek. A mention also for Dawa, Harri and Mingmar for their happy go lucky attitude and the wake up cup of T every morning.Thanks you guy's n hope to see you all again

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don't think about doing it!!! Go and book it as you won't regret it. Best holiday Ive had

Reviewed May 2012

EVEREST BASE CAMP

What an amazing experience ! I’ve been home for a couple of weeks now and am still brimming over with enthusiasm about the trek. Certainly not a walk in the park, but with the support of our incredible Exodus crew and encouragement from fellow trekkers was thrilled to make it to Base Camp ! What started for me as a "50th birthday bucket list trip", turned into a truly enriching , dare I say life changing experience. Exodus really knows what they are doing in Nepal – I always felt well cared for, informed and supported. I was also impressed by how well Exodus supports the local communities. You could sense the shared respect between our leader, Sidar, Sherpa’s, and lodge owners. My co- travelers were another reason this trek was so special. Maybe it was luck or perhaps our shared interest of Everest, but found traveling with this particular group really enhanced the experience. Just an amazing bunch !The highlight for me, was the two nights we spent right at base camp – quite a thrill to be amongst the expedition teams as they prepared to summit. My advice to potential travellers – go for it ! Prepare with as many practice walks as possible (including up and down hill), and invest in some good hiking boots and poles, but think one foot just starts to follow the other almost automatically as you anticipate what lays ahead. Can’t wait to travel with Exodus again and as a travel agent will certainly be recommending them to clients.

Reviewed May 2012

EVEREST BASE CAMP

Exhilirating, challenging and soul searching, Exodus provide the complete package.

Most Inspirational Moment

Every day was new and challenging, all wrapped up in an atmosphere of can do will do. Getting to base Camp and beyond was breathtaking.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Shailesh, so knowledgable, informed and helpful, everything done with real professionalism yet a sense of humour.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Ensure walking boots are not new/relatively new. Ensure sleeping bag is suitable for the cold climate and always know the end point is beyond your wildest dreams.

Reviewed May 2012

EVEREST BASE CAMP

If you are considering it, BOOK IT, you won’t regret it

Most Inspirational Moment

So many moments. The guides - Lakpa (apologies for any incorrect spellings), Pemba and Nima are wonderful. Tea in the morning, banter, knowledge and expertise are second to none. Care, humour, everything - faultless.The scenery - has to be seen to be believed - the mountains are incredible.It's very difficult to find words to describe this trip. It is by far the best thing I have ever done.Our group was brilliant - we were very lucky to have an Exodus member of staff with us - thanks to Chloe X

Thoughts on Group Leader

All the staff were great.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take a metal water bottle - doubles as a hot water bottle at night.I was very glad of a down jacket but layers would have been as good. Do take a good hat. You can buy hats and all sorts in Namche and Kathmandu - I spent a fortune in the UK -wish I had waited till I was there to buy stuff.Go slowly - the best things about the trip are the people you will meet and the scenery - don't rush through it.Take good lip balm - high factor.Egg, chips and beans :-)You can charge phones, camera batteries etc everywhere but it gets more costly higher up. However, not unreasonable anywhere. Fitness - I did Snowdon and a high level walk in the Peak District back to back plus general walking as often as possible. It is hard but there are plenty of breaks and because of the scenery and the group and the guides its ok. Get as fit as you can but don't worry too much about it. Take ear plugs if you are a light sleeper. Typical day - woken by the guides at 7am with "Morning tea". Then pack your kit bag and have breakfast eg - porridge, toast, eggs, pancakes.8 ish ( bit earlier on Base camp day) start walking, usually 1 or 2 hours before you stop for refreshments somewhere beautiful. Its a good idea to take snacks - chocolate, dried fruit.Some more walking. LUNCH :-) Try the Momo's.Either more walking or you will have arrived at your tea house.If you have arrived at your lodge by lunchtime on the way up there will be an acclimatization walk -DO THESE. a) they are fabulous, b) they are really helpful.Lodges/nightime - all the lodges we stayed in were great. Most had hot showers - girls - have showers as early as possible so that your hair will dry. I took dry shampoo also.Take wet wipes.I had planned to write a journal - I managed this for 2 days, too much to do/see/people to talk to.Back in Kathmandu - Pizza Hut - turn right out of the hotel - go to the roundabout, turn right, PH is just across the road. Mango Smoothies! The Irish Bar in Thamel is great.Nervous? - there are 5 suspension bridges - (up and down) - I am a wimp,I hate heights and exposure, I managed them - the guides and the group will get you over them - do not let them stop you doing this trip. Don't look down - I recited telephone numbers while crossing them. They are short and made of steel. Seriously. If I can do them anyone can!!

Reviewed May 2012

EVEREST BASE CAMP

Undoubtedly an experience of a lifetime. Worth all the hard work to come so close to some of the most iconic peaks in the Himalayas. Photographs will never be able to convey the atmosphere of Nepal, the friendliness of the Nepalesse or the feeling of being among the mountains.

Most Inspirational Moment

Undoubtedly seeing the Everest peak for the first time from Tengboche, and eating breakfast outside whilst admiring it.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our leader Pasang was exceptional. He had a great deal to do organising our schedule as a result of delays getting into Lukla due to weather, althought you wouldn't have realised since everything ran very smoothly.His knowledge of trekking at altitude also ensured that everyone was as best prepared as possible for the conditions and indeed everyone made it to Base Camp.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Make sure you have metal water containers to use as hot water bottles in your sleepbag at night! The evening temperatures can get very low.

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