Expert Insights

March 04, 2020 The Northern Lights: Expectation and Reality

Read time – 3 minutes In February 2019 I travelled to a small and rugged archipelago off Norway’s northwest coast – the Vesteralen Islands. One-hundred miles inside the Arctic Circle they are situated conveniently beneath the Aurora Oval and they play host to one of nature’s most spectacular shows. I always had an idea in my mind...

March 04, 2020 One Year On: Unveiling the Mountain Lioness Scholarship

In Tanzania, the Swahili word for porter is “Ngumu” which literally translates to the word “tough”. And this is exactly how we would describe the sheer resilience, determination and strength shown by our female porters as they make the exhilarating ascent up Africa’s highest mountain – Mt. Kilimanjaro. It’s these remarkable women who are effectively...

March 02, 2020 Your guide to viewing whales and dolphins responsibly

Witnessing whales and dolphins in the wild is a truly unmissable experience that makes the ultimate wildlife adventure. We highly recommend you take the opportunity to share the same space with some of the biggest creatures you can find in the ocean. It is important, however, to respect the fact that these animals are wild,...

February 27, 2020 The Maasai Warrioress

“My culture means everything to me, but there’s one thing in my culture that I need to change”, explains Sarah Tenoi, member of the Loita community and co Project Manager of SAFE Maa, (the all Maasai team of Kenyan-based NGO S.A.F.E., working in the Loita Hills). Sarah was only 13 when she passed through the...

A turtle and other marine life under the sea in the Galapagos

February 26, 2020 Exploring the Wonders of the Galapagos Islands

Read time – 2 minutes A first-class boat ride around the extraordinary archipelago of the Galapagos, soaking in the sunshine, viewing the incredible wildlife that left such a lasting impact on Darwin, and snorkeling with iridescent fish and playful sea lions? Sounds idyllic to us! Exodus’ Julie Ruston recently returned from this unbelievable tour, keep...

February 25, 2020 The Best Places to See the Northern Lights

Dancing across the skies in a kaleidoscope of colours, the Aurora Borealis, more commonly known as the Northern Lights, is one of Mother Nature’s greatest shows. Created by colliding particles in the earth’s atmosphere, the ethereal lights are some of the most sought-after natural phenomena. Where are the Best Places to see the Northern Lights?...

February 21, 2020 Must-See Blue Destinations

Read time- 3 minutes Blue Monday. Synonymous for post-Christmas blues, long, dark evenings and a general sense of gloom in the air, this National Awareness Day isn’t normally a cause for celebration. However, at Exodus, we think this is a perfect opportunity to start planning your next year of unforgettable adventures across the Americas. In...

February 21, 2020 How to Prepare for a Trekking Tour

Read time – 4 minutes From the peaks of Kilimanjaro to the deserts of Petra and beyond, some places in this world are truly worth the hike, and trekking tours are an amazing way to experience a landscape on your own two feet. In preparation for a trek, preparing those feet⁠, legs, and the rest of...

February 20, 2020 The Best International Festivals To Visit in 2020

Read time – 3 1/2 mins Open your mind to something completely different at some of the best festivals in the world for 2020. Adventure travel is a fantastic way to uncover unique cultures and explore destinations that you have only ever dreamed of. On each trip, our expert guides steer you firmly off the...

Hands making a heart in front of the sunset

February 13, 2020 Fall in Love with Travel this Valentine’s Day

It’s the time of year when love is in the air, and here at Exodus, we believe that there is nothing more romantic than travel. The joy of booking a trip and counting down the days to your departure date, the simple pleasure of a perfectly packed suitcase, and the thrill of a fresh stamp...