Reviews

Most Inspirational Moment

There were so many highlights but seeing the elephants on safari and at the transit home will stay with me forever.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Roshan was simply the best leader! He had fantastic knowledge, stories on the bus were so interesting, he had a great sense of humour and we loved spending time with him. Nothing was too much trouble, a genuinely lovely person. Roshan is a credit to Sri Lanka and to the Exodus company. Our driver Abey and driver assistant Samit, deserve a shout out too, always smiling!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Read the trip notes carefully and listen to your guide, Roshan gave us all the tips we needed. Visit Sri Lanka, you won't be disappointed!

Most Inspirational Moment

Hiking at Hadrian's wall and the castles we toured

Thoughts on Group Leader

Paul was friendly and professional. He was very knowledgeable of the area and took safety precautions to assure our group was doing well

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing an orangutan and its baby in the wild!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Borneo itself was an extraordinary destination, it was Jeffry’s exceptional guidance and leadership that truly brought the trip to life. His deep expertise, passion for the region, and dedication to the group made him an invaluable part of the experience. Jeffry was not just a guide, but a true ambassador for Borneo, and his presence was a highlight that will be remembered long after the trip ended.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Despite the packed itinerary, there are several free afternoons and it's worth researching things you might want to do before you travel. Some activities such as the Petronas Towers need to be booked in advance due to limited availability.

Most Inspirational Moment

Probably spending time at the freedom museum in Riga. However trip had so many different highlights from eating fresh smoked fish, going to markets and swimming in lakes.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Andrius was a fantastic leader, full of fun and keeping us all entertained. Andrius kept us busy day and night and added his own personal touch and freely shared his life experience of growing up in the Baltic’s. The best tour leader I have ever had.

Most Inspirational Moment

The amazing rock formations whether they were seen from the valley floor, from the top of a cliff, the top of a castle or from a hot air balloon.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Very knowledgeable and flexible. Clearly knew the area well and took note of weather and other tourists when choosing the order of our itinerary.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Water was no problem, there was a massive bottle on the minibus so we could refill our bottles at the start and half way through any hikes. Every meal we had bottled water for free. The terrain was exciting - often steep slopes where I was glad of sturdy walking boots and poles. Very few problem with insects late August. It was hot (mostly 27 - 33 degrees C) but not too humid. I recommend you take ear plugs, the dawn Muslim call to prayer is very loud at 5 am and we had a barking dog throughout most nights. The balloon ride cost is variable by day. For us it was 180 Euros instead of the expected 320E. You can pay in Turkish Lira. We took Turkish Lira with us and used that throughout the holiday. Many toilets charge 5 or 10 Turkish Lira so keep hold of your low notes. The Whirling Dervish optional event was very much a religious ceremony not entertainment - an interesting experience. One evening we ate outside and had to ask for blankets as we were too cold. Do take a jumper. The day before we arrived they had torrential rain - we were lucky and it only rained a bit in the evenings but it could have been a very different holiday late August - check you take rain gear with you.

Most Inspirational Moment

Cycling out of the forest and onto the beach a few times, plus the cute villages.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Awesome! Lina the en-cyclo-paedia was brilliant!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Try not to take a picture while cycling (as I did) as you'll fall off :)

Most Inspirational Moment

The trip as a whole was inspiring, you can only be inspired when walking and camping in such an environment. The most inspiring thing though was the kindness of those in our group, including both leaders, heartwarming indeed.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Egle, our trek leader was great. Friendly, supportive, informative and had a great sense of humour (definitely needed with us lot) Albert, our camp leader was also great. A friendly and very kind soul. Albert keep us fed very well, perfectly preparing us for those big day. Could not thank them more xx

Advice for Potential Travellers

If your thinking of doing this trip go for it. Camping can be hard at times but also bonds you with the group very quickly and the locations of the camp sites are just stunning. It is a most unforgettable adventure full of breathtaking views and breathtaking ascents.

Most Inspirational Moment

How do I start? The Victoria Falls were stunning with beautiful rainbows. The wildlife viewing was amazing. Herds of elephants with their young, lions close up, a lioness dragging her kill, many cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, riches of wildlife. The night waterholes in Etosha were a gala of animals coming to drink, including a leopard. The night sky, the Milky Way so clear. Climbing up Dune 45 and getting to the top for the sunrise. A humbling township tour in Swakopmund. The African sunrises and sunsets were spectacular. The moroko trip was so peaceful. As was the canoe trip on the Orange River. The campfires at night were a great end to the day.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Andi and Petrus were such professional guides, and were a perfect team. They shared the long drives. They were great fun, and so popular with us all, but were serious when it came to the daily briefing. I’ve mentioned the lovely healthy food they cooked, they worked so incredibly hard, and all the shopping had to be done too. We were lucky to have them both.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Don’t bring as much luggage as we did! You can wash as you go, and have laundry done in Swakopmund. Bring a head torch, preferably a battery one as you’ll have other items to charge, including camera batteries. The campsites are clean with good facilities and some with swimming pools. Do the optional safari in Chobe on arrival there, you can’t see too much wildlife! We would certainly recommend this tour.

Most Inspirational Moment

We were extremely lucky to see the Big 5 and the Ugly 5 animals on safari. Seeing lions mating, chasing wildlife and devouring their food was the standout highlight.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Tim was a wonderful leader who went out of his way to ensure that we had the best trip ever. He was extremely knowledgeable about all the areas visited and the animals. Every day, Tim gave us clear briefings of what we were doing and what to expect. Tim had a wonderful sense of humour and he had a great rapport with the whole group. Everyone had tremendous respect for Tim and what he had achieved for us during the 14 day experience.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Bring face masks for the dust Consider hotel upgrades when available Try some of the optional activities including snorkelling, balloon flight and Maasai tour Arrive a night earlier to start your trip

Most Inspirational Moment

Each moment when we spotted birds (including a vulture), butterflies, and marmots

Thoughts on Group Leader

He knew the best routes, told us about the history and nature of the Mont Blanc area, was patient, helpful, and humorous - thank you, Tim!

Advice for Potential Travellers

Highly recommended if you like to delve around the French and Italian pre-Alps