Reviews

Most Inspirational Moment

Perito Moreno Glacier is absolutely breathtaking. Torres Del Paine National Park is well worth the climb - we were lucky with the weather

Thoughts on Group Leader

Pepe was a superb leader. He was well organised, personable, flexible and catered for the differing needs of the group members

Advice for Potential Travellers

The costs for meals were more than the trip notes suggest, an evening meal was typically around £30 ($35). Most places, even the most remote shops and restaurants accepted debit and credit cards (always say which type you have before you tap to pay as it may be declined otherwise). Wear insect repellent when walking in Tierra del Fuego National Park (the last day in Ushuaia) as there are plenty of hungry mozzies!

Most Inspirational Moment

Arriving at the base of Torres del Paine - thanks to J.P. our guide!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Luciano was great. Very knowledgeable and he always had a solutions to unexpected issues, such as several of our group removed from our flight from Ushuaia. He also had many great suggestions for activities.

Most Inspirational Moment

Hard to narrow it down but Fitzroy Base Camp & Torres del Paine were pretty spectacular

Thoughts on Group Leader

Pepe was fantastic!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Dress in layers and bring protection from the wind.

Most Inspirational Moment

Perito Moreno Glacier

Thoughts on Group Leader

Tomas Toro was very supportive and helpful

Advice for Potential Travellers

Prepare well before holiday to enjoy it fully . For many weeks before the start of our holiday we walked for 2 hours in morning and 2 hours in evening whenever we could . However , this was not enough aswe practiced on flat ground and we found it tough walking uphill in Patagonia . Be prepared for very strong gusts of wind .

Most Inspirational Moment

Completing Torres del Paine Hike

Thoughts on Group Leader

Brilliant , just the best.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don't take too many US dollars most places take credit cards

Most Inspirational Moment

The challenge of walking upto the lake next to Fitzroy, and seeing it out of the cloud. Well worth the long slog up!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Tomas was just the best guide you could have asked for on this trip! He was companionable, thoughtful, knowledgable, caring and great company. I would suggest that you use him as a model for all your guides - no negatives at all

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be properly aware of some long journeys in the minibus on the second half of the trip. Also that the two 'long hikes' are definitely only for serious walkers and can't really be classed as 'moderate' due to their duration and steepness in parts

Most Inspirational Moment

I loved the Torres del Paine Trek.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Luciano was very caring and diligent, amusing and knowledgeable. We all enjoyed his company and he made sure our holiday was a success. He communicated with us well. Good wine knowledge too!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don't underestimate the trek to Fitzroy base camp. For us the day was very long and very hot. Make sure you are properly fit and well enough to do this. Some in our group were not. Buy snacks, fruit etc when you see it because it's not always easy to find. Keep it ready for your hiking days.

Most Inspirational Moment

Mount Fitzroy Moreno Glacier Penguins Iguazu Falls The views generally

Thoughts on Group Leader

The best. Exodus is lucky to have him. Don’t lose him whatever you do.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Couple of tips. When walking ten hours - Mount Fitzroy take a water pack ie a tube that you can sip on frequently. I got heat stroke that day and think this would have been a much better idea to keep permanently hydrated. Of sun out that day. Keep back of neck cool with damp cloth which you can regularly dip in all the streams you pass climbing up. Lots of snacks for energy. Also if exodus are to stay in Puerto Natales again as we did. There is a wonderful museum at the. Hotel Singular And the most amazing lunch. 5 star it was amazing . Some people might not want to climb Torres Del Paine like me and this is brilliant. The hotel is so unique . Something you might find in Europe and it is built in old meat packing factory but has kept it authentic and the history there is really interesting. Museum attached . Also another museum in port natales as well which is interesting.

Most Inspirational Moment

Difficult to pick out one as the whole trip was inspirational. The first sight of Mount Fitzroy, the Moreno Glacier with the thrill of seeing it calving, crossing the Magellan Straits, a 'navigation' on Beagle Sound almost within touching distance of basking seals and penguin colonies with a the solitary King Pengiun in their midst. Birdwatching opportunities everywhere, beautiful spring flowers, the immensity of the steppes. And then just being there, down at the 'Fin del Mundo.'

Thoughts on Group Leader

Xavier was excellent. He was cheerful, knowledgeable and very efficient. One of the main reasons I travel with Exodus is the quality of the local group leaders and Xavier was certainly one of the best. I could not recommend him more highly.

Advice for Potential Travellers

The trip notes say 'while the trip is graded moderate we recommend you have a reasonably good level of fitness to really enjoy the hiking opportunities available.' The two long walks - the one at El Chalten was 23km are serious hikes with significant climbing. I am over 70 but more than reasonably fit, used to hiking long distances and skiing, but the final stage of that climb was obviously going to be very challenging so I gave it a miss (perfectly possible to do that) meaning I only had an exhilarating 20km with most of the staggeringly beautiful views and only moderate climbs to deal with. The second long walk was going to be to base camp at Torres del Paine in Chile. My guide book written by locals said this was very steep and only recommendable for 'those who are physically very fit'. A strike by local National Park staff meant walk was unavailable much to the disappointment of the serious hikers amongst us but the alternative second walk was clearly going to be equally challenging so I gave it a miss, but easily found other things to do around Puerto Natales. I think these walks should be flagged up as the challenging hikes that they are.

Most Inspirational Moment

Fitzroy & Torres Del Paine hike are difficult but the views when you get to the top are amazing!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Xavier was an excellent guide - one of the best I've had. He was very knowledgable about the history of Argentina in all the areas that we visited. He was always upbeat & calm - especially during the COVID-19 outbreak he ensured that we were well informed for our travel back home. The whole trip was very well organised with no disappointments!!!

Advice for Potential Travellers

The hikes are long and difficult, Be prepared for all weather; take good gear and be prepared to use it! There are some long travel days which can't be avoided if you want to experience the best of Patagonia so bring a book or download some movies / music / podcasts in advance for the coach journeys.