Most Inspirational Moment
An exhilarating summit!
Thoughts on Group Leader
Hassan was a fantastic guide.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Just book it!
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MT TOUBKAL CLIMB
This is a fantastic trip, book it!
CYCLE CILENTO & AMALFI
Enjoyable trip despite some of the accommodation.Accommodation and food for first 2 nights was appalling – 3rd night was uncomfortable. Will be going on other cycling trips but probably not with Exodus.
Most Inspirational Moment
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Thoughts on Group Leader
Peter Hoogstaden was fantastic.
Reply from Exodus
Following Mr Roberts’ review, we have now upgraded the first 2 nights’ accommodation to a 4* hotel.
GALAPAGOS & AMAZON
A wonderful and well organised trip which exceeded all my expectations. The Napo accomodation was in the most amazing setting, and the bungalows were beautiful. The Cachalote scooner for the Galapagos cruise was just perfect. With just 16 people, it is easy to get to know your fellow travellers, and all the crew made your 8 days feel extra special.
Most Inspirational Moment
There were so many highlights, it's hard to pick out the ones to put here. The peacefull atmosphere of the Napo reserve, and the frog chorus that you fell asleep to every night. The amazing views across the jungle canopy from the observation tower were wonderfull. Seeing the Giant Otters was very special.The Galapagos Islands were stunning, each with their own character. To be able to view the wildlife so closely, was a real experiance. Snorkelling with Green Pacific Sea Turtles, Sea lions, Penguins and Cormorants were all amazing, and seeing the Blue Footed Boobies doing their courtship dance was also very special.
Thoughts on Group Leader
All the Tour Guides were great. Stefan in Quito, Robby in Nappo and Juan in Galapagos were so knowledgeable and had such enthusiam. They looked after you very well.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don't just think about doing this trip, just do it! An amazing experiance awaits. High deet insect repellant required in Napo, and high factor sunscreen for Galapagos as the sun is so strong. Definately worth doing the cable car ride in Quito, the views are amazing from up the mountain. The Equator museum is also nice to do if you have a few hours to spare. Very informative and good fun.On a feminine note, if any lady travellers have long hair like me, take some leave in conditioner to save you hair turning to straw like mine! You can only use the bio-degradeable shampoo they provide, but you will find that all the sun and sea water will soon take it's toll!Also, if you have any nice white, or pale coloured clothes, I would advise against pegging them out on the metal ropes at the back of the boat, and many of us got rust stains on our washing!
ESSENTIAL PERU
Fantastic holiday , A real adventure. We saw sights I had only dreamed about. Every day there was something new to wonder at, from the desert at Nasca , to Machu Picchu to Colca Canyon. Fantastic.
Most Inspirational Moment
Machu Picchu at dawn. We got up at 4.00 to catch the first buses and walked up to the Sun Gate as the sun was rising over the mountains - unforgettable,
Thoughts on Group Leader
Rene was brilliant. He organised everything so smoothly on a very tight schedule and kept everyone in good humour despite being tired.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Travel light. There is a lot of packing and unpacking. Take a plug for the sinks, most were missing in my rooms.
DISCOVER COSTA RICA
The holiday was an amazing experience from start to finish. The guide was excellent and the trip was exactly as described – perhaps even undersold. The guide provided lots of tours/hikes which were additional to the ininerary and very enjoyable. We saw an extremely wide variety of animals and birds in their natural environments. The group we were travelling with was great and we had a good time together.
Most Inspirational Moment
Watching the beautiful monkeys, reptiles and birds - particularly when a troupe of spider monkeys was using trees to cross a canal and one of the monkeys made herself into a bridge for her baby to cross the gap between the trees. The eyelash viper and the armadillo were among my other favourite sitings.Zip wiring through and above the rain forest in Monteverde - amazing - thanks to the encouragement of Gillian, one of our group.The Rainforest Lodge near Golfito was just like a little piece of paradise, literally in the middle of a rain forest. With tropical flowers, baby birds nesting, bats roosting, kingfishers and tucans flying around, strange sounding tiny frogs....
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our group leader Jeffrey Munoz Garcia was wonderful. He was so passionate and knowledgable about Costa Rica's flora, fauna, history and geology that we couldn't fail to be utterly spellbound. He was full of humour and energy, which was infectious. He really made the holiday and worked really well with our lovely driver, Mario.
Advice for Potential Travellers
If you love wildlife, you will love this holiday. Costa Rica is so diverse that there is something for everyone. Hotels ranged from basic to absolutely luxurious. Be prepared for some long and often bumpy coach journeys, in the knowledge that where you will end up will be more than worth the travelling. Cameras, good binoculars, a torch and lots of light, comfortable walking clothes are a must.
CYCLE THROUGH SIENA & CHIANTI
What a fantastic holiday. The views and towns were amazing, a fantastic guide and challenging cycling. I would seriously recommend this holiday to someone that loves excercise, sightseeing, eating and drinking.
Most Inspirational Moment
The towns we visited were like film sets. Picture perfect.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Fantastic group leader. Excellent knowledge of the routes.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Get fit before you travel as there are a lot of hills, but the cycling is well paced and plently of opportunity for resting/eating/drinking.
DISCOVER COSTA RICA
Wildlife capital of the world! Amazing animal sightings, superb scenery and the variety of ecosystems covered in 2 weeks makes this an outstanding trip.
Most Inspirational Moment
So many great moments, it's tough to pick just one. The rainforest night walk at Esquinas Lodge spotting frogs, insects and snakes by torchlight. Watching white-faced monkeys using the trees to cross the waterways of Tortuguero from our boat. Being in the middle of a flock of macaws playing amongst the trees. Flying through the tree canopy on a 1km long zipwire.....
Thoughts on Group Leader
Our guide Jeff was absolutely marvellous. He has an astounding knowledge of the fauna and flora of Costa Rica and his passion for both is contagious. He went above and beyond what I expect of an Exodus guide, providing the group with numerous additional opportunities to join him on walks during his 'downtime'. It's obvious that Jeff does his job because he loves it, at no time do you feel that you are going through the motions as yet another tour group following a set itinerary. I can't praise Jeff enough.
Advice for Potential Travellers
In case you're not sure, this is definitely a wildlife tour. The focus is on fauna and flora, with the exception of the interesting Arenal Volcano. A good pair of binoculars and a camera lens of at least 300mm will allow you to make the most of the animal sightings (and there are plenty). For those keen photographers, you need to make the most of the limited light available in the forest environment - ideally an aperture of f2.8 would be perfect. This tour already includes many of the incidental costs such as meals, but be prepared that Costa Rica is not a cheap destination in the way that many other Central and Southern American countries are. US Dollars are fine for the whole trip and there's no real need to change currency at the airport on arrival - just bring small denominations.
THE INCA TRAIL
Great experience the local people, porters and guide were outstanding. First two days only saw my boots and the rocks next two days were fabulous the orchids, flora, views and ruins.
Most Inspirational Moment
Reaching Dead woman's pass and seeing Machu pichuu from the sun gate
Thoughts on Group Leader
Flawless, well informed and paced the walk for all abilities
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take alchol based cleanser for washing hands and a long sleeved shirt. Manage the lack of oxygen by having frequent stops.
HIGHLIGHTS OF MOROCCO
The variety of this trip was just right – something for everyone – no two days were the same. We came back feeling like we’d really had a break.
Most Inspirational Moment
There were several highlights, but Todhra Gordge is stunning.
Thoughts on Group Leader
As usual, Exodus' reliance on guides from the subject-country was spot-on. The tour leader was not only knowledgable but also a terrific person. Good advice, dilligent, interesting, pointed us in the right direction.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Don't forget your torch!
DUBROVNIK & THE DALMATIAN COAST
Croatia was a real gem with beautiful walled towns, lovely people and reasonable prices (as not in the Euro)
Most Inspirational Moment
All the towns seem to have been frozen in time. Korcula, on the peninsula is a beautiful small walled town, with plenty of places to walk, and great restaurants. Dubrovnik is stunning.Split and Trigor are great for wandering around the narrow streets and finding local bars.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Krsto was excellent. He was professional but laid back at the same time so never felt like he was in your face. Everything was organised perfectly.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The day trip to Mostar in Bosnia is a long trip, but worth it. But take Euros - you seemed to get the same exchange rate for Euros as Sterling.