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Tropical Island Wanderer - Family Holiday

Tripcode: FIS

Countries visited: Sri Lanka

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Our Clients’ Reviews

Average Review Rating: from 10 reviews.

Imran Arshad

TROPICAL ISLAND WANDERER - FAMILY HOLIDAY

Written April 2013
Sri Lanka is surely underrated as a tourist destination. The whole Sri Lankan experience was a lot better than any other destination I have been to (and I have been travelling regularly for many many years). The food, people, the setting, every changing landscapes, stunning beaches and the perfect climate all makes it worth the journey. For a family it an ideal destination - where you and your kids will experience a whole new world together. It is a very child friendly place.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Attempting to climbing the Sigriya rock with my son and daughter. It was tough for them and I kept on pushing them to the ultimate goal. My daughter only made it to 300ft and then gave up (vertigo!) and my son made it to the top with the help of our local leader Rouwan and the rest of the family group. Thanks guys if you are reading this.
Sri Lankans....everyone was fantastic and had a smiles on their faces wherever we went. Hello, Hello... calls are still resonating in my ears.
What did you think of your group leader?
Ruwan was simply amazing. He worked very hard to make sure all of us are having fun. Everything worked like a Swiss clock work. He made sure that we make most of our time in Sri Lanka and fitted in many experiences that money cannot buy. He obviously was very passionate about his job and wanted to the best he can...which he did. Ruwan, if you are reading this, then get in touch!
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Try and spend your money in the smaller villages and towns. We were encouraged to do that and I can see why.
Have your camera on standby as there is more wildlife to see in Sri Lanka than you can imagine.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Try and spend you money in the smaller villages and towns. We were encouraged to do that and I can see why.
Have your camera on stand by as there is more wildlife to see in Sri Lanka than you can imagine.
I described Sri Lanka as a fusion of Caribbean, India and Kenya.... I'll go back in a heart beat!
Suresh Vijay

TROPICAL ISLAND WANDERER - FAMILY HOLIDAY

Written April 2013
Amazing time and great holiday for kids and families.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Climbing Sigiriya rock Watching blue whales at Mirissa
What did you think of your group leader?
She was really nice and considerate. Always smiling and helpful.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Lots of sun-screen
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Great country and amazing trip.
Simon Park

TROPICAL ISLAND WANDERER - FAMILY HOLIDAY

Written September 2012
We have just returned from a fantastic holiday with our 13 year son. Sri Lanka was far better than I expected, the country was beautiful, the locals were always smiling and very friendly. This is an excellent holiday for both the children and adults, the kids get plenty of pool time.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
As most people have said to pick one would be difficult.
I loved the drive to the tea plantation, the Cave Temple at Dambulla and Polonnaruwa. But could easily have chosen the Temple of the Tooth at Kandy, or the bike and elephant ride or the historic port of Galle.
What did you think of your group leader?
Sujee was fantastic and gave 110% everyday. We had a group of 18, 9 children and 9 adults. As soon as we had arrived Sujee was making every effort for us to enjoy our holiday. He bought footballs for the children to play with in the pool so that by day two the children all knew each other. Where ever we went he had pre arranged for us to sit at the table with the best view, if there was a problem he sorted it immediately and where ever we went he was able to inform us about the places we visited. If you lucky he will sing for you on the coach!!!
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Go to Sri Lanka before it becomes too busy and spoilt. This holiday gives you a great feel of Sri Lanka. Yes there is curry for breakfast if you want it, but also plenty of cereals, omlettes and fruit, my son never went hungry. Sri Lanka is relatively cheap so once you are there it will not cost you the earth to have a good time. Try the Margaritas in the colonial hotel in Little England fantastic.
Carolyn McDermott

TROPICAL ISLAND WANDERER - FAMILY HOLIDAY

Written September 2012
The holiday was beyond amazing! Sri Lanka is diverse, beautiful and with people who are so happy to show you their country of which they are very proud.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
So much to be inspired by; bathing elephants, making new friends, eating home cooked curries by the fire, learning new words and songs through daily teachings from our guide and seeing traditional stilt fisherman trying to make a living in all weathers.
What did you think of your group leader?
Sujee went above and beyond the call of duty - he was amazing, so organised, caring and his ultimate objective each day was to ensure that we all had a great time - nothing was too much for him.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Book now! Sri Lanka is a country trying so hard to recover from so many years of adversity - the people are a joy and the country is very rich in its variation in scenary and climate with so many hidden joys to discover.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
We had a memorable wedding anniversary, 50th birthday and a holiday that we will continue to talk about forever - thank you for making this possible.
Raj And Nina Gonsai

TROPICAL ISLAND WANDERER - FAMILY HOLIDAY

Written August 2012
We have just come back from the best holiday we have ever had. Travelling with our two boys aged 8 and 5 with Exodus has been an amazing experience. We feel this is largely due to our tour leader Suresh Bandara. His passion for his country and job made this trip a lifetime experience. This is the first time we have moved away fom a standard beach hotel holiday with two young children and we are so happy we took this risk. Our boys loved every moment of the trip and managed to participate in all the activities/ excursions booked. Would thoroughly recommend this trip. Ask for Suresh by name when you book! A beautiful country with lovely people and food. Brimming full of history and culture.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
So many, feeding baby elephants, the view from Ella gap, the climb to the top of Lion rock in Sigria, the leopard safari, the turtle hatchery. The humbling experience of visiting a tsunami house. A truly beautiful country.
What did you think of your group leader?
If you could describe a perfect group leader he would be it! From the very start when he met us at the airport following our flight into Srl Lanka he did his utmost to make us feel comfortable and welcome from the five year old all the way through to the mums and dads. He was charming, caring and a great embassador for both the company and his country. Always a wealth of information about the country and able to find an answer for any of our enquires (he even managed to find out what brand of Arrack they sold in duty free for us!). He was consistent in his approach to his task, making all the members of the group feel both safe and comfortable throughout what was a busy but ultimately rewarding schedule. Efficient, effective and reliable - a definite 10 out of 10. My only concern is that, given how good he was, will any future tour leaders be able to match up on the other experiences Exodus has to offer!
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Mosquito repellant with 50% DEET. No bites!
Is there anything else you would like to add?
The standard of accommodation is basic but such little time is sent in the hotel rooms that this is ok. We would have gladly paid extra for a much higher standard of hotel though.
Mark Murphy

TROPICAL ISLAND WANDERER - FAMILY HOLIDAY

Written September 2011
A fantastic introduction to a wonderful country. Our host, Sujee, couldn't do enough for us. My daughter and I have returned home recounting so many wonderful experiences to our family and friends.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
In a trip filled with so many experiences, it seems churlish to pick just one. So, I'll pick three and even that's difficult: cycling through the villages in the jungle meeting locals, visiting the family who live in the Exodus built house and sunset at Sigiriya rock.
My daughter's favourite three were: visiting the turtle hatchery, going elephant riding and snorkelling in the Indian Ocean.
What did you think of your group leader?
Our leader was brilliant. He was very well informed and worked tirelessly to make sure our trip was a success.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
If the elephant orphange trip is still just an option when you do this trip, take it.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
The scope of this holiday means that we have returned home with experiences that will stay with us forever. Before going on this trip, when reviewing the itinerary, we were looking forward to the activities. In reality, each and every one was so much better than we'd anticipated.
Leslie Holmes

TROPICAL ISLAND WANDERER - FAMILY HOLIDAY

Written August 2011
An excellent holiday with an amazing variety of activities. Our guide Sampath was brilliant, informative and entertaining. Sri Lanka is a beautiful country and the Exodus trip certainly makes the most of all the best bits.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Lots of moments that could compete for this, to name just a few - lunch next to the river where the elephants came to bathe, trying durian and other exotic fruits from the roadside markets, climbing Sigiriya and cycling round the local villages, playing traditional games, relaxing on the south coast, elephant rides (realised rather too late that elephants don't need bananas peeled for them).
What did you think of your group leader?
Sampath was excellent - he looked after all of us, entertained us and gave us a real feel of life in Sri Lanka. Was also brilliant at effortlessly organising us all without us feeling over-organised. Never too busy to answer questions and manage all the behind the scenes running of the trip. It was also reassuring to learn from Sampath how much Exodus have given back to country particularly following the aftermath of the Tsunami.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
We arrived a day early and left a day late than the Exodus trip dates - an excellent decision as those booked on the Exodus flight didn't arrive at the first destination until the evening so essentially missed this part of the trip - a lovely beachside hotel. The Exodus flight also left very early on the last day leaving no time to explore Colombo. Sampath gave us ideas of what to do in Colombo for the day and we had a brilliant time.
Sampath was very open to suggestions from us re things we would like to see and do and accommodated as many as he could eg sampling roadside food, organising tuk tuk ride, tasting toddy etc.

Is there anything else you would like to add?
The holiday worked very well for both the adults and our children (15 and 11 - would definitely recommend teenage departure dates). Not the most energetic of trips with a fair amount of travelling, but felt we got to see loads with an excellent mix of buddhas, beaches, animals, culture, photo opportunities, good company - loved it.