Inca Trail & The Amazon Rainforest: Peru Trekking Holiday

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Average Review Rating: from 72 reviews.

Raymond Gilfillan

INCA TRAIL & THE AMAZON RAINFOREST

Written November 2012
This was one of the best experiences of my life from the moment i entered the jungle until i left Lima on return journey home.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
I'd always wanted to visit the jungle since i was a small boy watching Tarzan on TV, so this was a big highlight for me. The fact i managed to get a picture of a Harpy Eagle was also a highlight, as our guide claimed these are very difficult to see. Walking through the Sun Gate & seeing Machu Pichu was an incredible moment after trekking for 4 days up & down the Andes (opening my Champagne which i carried for 4 days was very refreshing).
What did you think of your group leader?
I thought our group leader was very knowledgable about a lot of subjects, especially his history of Peru & other cultures. i feel that he could have interacted with the group a bit more than he did.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Be prepared for the humidity in the jungle. the heat wasn't a problem at all for me, but humidity was 85-95%. cold showers went down a treat after a few hours trekking ( no hot water). i feel that the website/brochure was a bit misleading regarding Inca Trail, when it claimed that moderate walkers would manage this quite easily. This is a lot harder than i imagined & i run 4-5 times a week, but it was worth every calorie & bead of sweat lost when you see Machu Pichu.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
This is my second trip with Exodus as i went on the Gorillas & Masai Mara tour last year. i never thought twice about booking another trip with Exodus as they know what they're doing & guides/porters certainly look after you.. Can't wait until next years Land of the Tiger Trip. Anyone thinking about booking a trip, stop thinking & get your deposit paid. you'll never regret it.
Sharon Bardwell

INCA TRAIL & THE AMAZON RAINFOREST

Written November 2012
The trip was a little drawn out. I thought we spent a day too long in the Amazon rainforest as there wasnt really anything to do & seemed to be going on a long walk for the sake on doing something. I also thought the Inca trail walking cold have upped the pace a bit & been a day less. We also spent a day travelling for 10 hours & then flew back so why couldnt we have just flown there & saved time as did make a few stops but of little interest which again felt like stopping for the sake of it. The day before we flew home we didnt get back to the hotel until late because had a flight back at night so again was spent filling in a day with not much, we could have got an earlier flight & hada really good last night with the group.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Everyone on the trip was very good fun & got on well. Arriving at Machu Pichu was great too.
What did you think of your group leader?
She didnt really know how to deal when this wasnt quite as expected
Bryan Cornwell

INCA TRAIL & THE AMAZON RAINFOREST

Written October 2012
It was a fantastic holiday, the guides were excellent, and the holiday was organized very well.It was just a excellent experience from start to finish.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
I thought the trek was going to be the best but it was the whole experience, not one thing.
What did you think of your group leader?
I have nothing but praise for him, he did a first class job.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Get 97% det in the mosquito repellent.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
It was fantastic. This is my third trip with Exodus this year, and properly the best and most enjoyable.
Stephen Cole

INCA TRAIL & THE AMAZON RAINFOREST

Written October 2012
Had a wonderful holiday with my daughter and her friend.Enjoyed the trek to Maccu Picchu.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Arriving at the Sun Gate at the end of the Inca Trek and looking down to Maccu Picchu.
What did you think of your group leader?
Juan Cardenas was excellent. He had an encyclopaedic knowledge of all aspects of the history and wildlife of Peru and this ensured we had a wonderful time.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Don't buy bottles of drink at Lima Duty Free. Our bottles were confiscated when we were in transit at Madrid airport.
Camping on the trek can be very cold.
Andrew Cook

INCA TRAIL & THE AMAZON RAINFOREST

Written October 2012
A very good trip giving a taste of the huge variety of landscapes in Peru. The itinerary was quite hard work but well worth the effort
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
With out a doubt coming through the Sun Gate to see Machu Picchu spread out below you. Treking along the Inca Trail through the vast mountains and spectacular scenery. One is sometimes afraid that when you eventually see such a "wonder of this world" that it will not live up to expectations - there's no danger of that !
What did you think of your group leader?
The Group Leader certainly added to our Peru experience. She was knowledgable and well organised. It would be fair to say she was better on a one to one basis than when addressing the group as a whole.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Although there is no in country payment for this holiday, travellers should be aware that there are considerable costs - in particular tips for local guides and porters. Also the Optional Excursions / Guided Tours are not cheap. The Trip notes do mention them so take note !
Remember the Inca Trail and Lake Titicaca are at altitude and you will have come from considerably lower down at the Rainforest Reserve. Drink plenty of fluids and slow down!
Janet Dixon

INCA TRAIL & THE AMAZON RAINFOREST

Written September 2012
Well organised trip of a lifetime. It was 3 holidays rolled into one. The rainforest, Inca Trail and Lake Titcaca, - all so different but in the one country. Amazing. If you are thinking about doing it, go ahead and do it before it is too late. Life is too short.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
Watching the macaws circling and recircling ready to swoop down on the rock face.
Making it up Dead Woman's Pass on the Inca Trail, an achievement in itself!
The wonder of Machu Picchu when you go through the Sun Gate - it is amazing.
The village at Lake Titicaca - so tranquil.
What did you think of your group leader?
Very informative and helped me a lot when I had problems with breathing due to the high altitude.
Flaminia was always calm, and nothing was too much trouble for her.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
Take your walking poles. Drink plenty of water. Take spare batteries for your head torch - this is essential for when you make the trips to the toilet tent in the middle of the night. Take loads of insect repellent. Take a mixture of Peruvian Sols and US dollars as on the whole US dollars were only required for tips to the guides, porters etc.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Forget about going to the "Hot Springs" at Aguas Calientes, they are dreadful.
Carly Larter

MACHU PICCHU & THE AMAZON RAINFOREST

Written September 2012
it was an amazing adventure one i will never forget, i still dont think i had time to take everything in which is why in a couple of years i will be coming back on the same trek.
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What was the most inspirational moment of your trip?
walking through the sun gate and arriving at the top of the mountain over looking machu piccchu it was magical especially after the walk to get there.
What did you think of your group leader?
flaminia was very knowledgeable about all areas that needed covering.
Do you have any advice for potential travellers?
definatly goooooooo its amazing.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
would like to thank everyone on the team for making it the experience it was.......
THANK YOU SO MUCH xxx