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4.7 out of 5

Reviewed March 2011

MT TOUBKAL WINTER CLIMB

This was a fantastic, challenging trek. Fortunately the weather was dry and sunny enabling us to have bright blue skys which only enhanced the brilliant white mountain peaks.

Most Inspirational Moment

The best part was the ascent of Mt Ouanoukrim. This is both visually and technically a far more interesting peak than Mount Toubkal

Thoughts on Group Leader

This is the second trek I have been on which has been led by Mohammed. He is an experienced and thoroughly professional guide.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Yes do not hire equipment from 'trek hire'. I hired both crampons and a ice axe. The ice axe had a very short strap on it making it difficult to put your gloved hand through and hold the head comfortabley. Each time we changed directions I had to stop in order to swap hands instead of being able to comfortabley do it on the move.The crampons were of a poor quality they kept slipping under my boots , and yes i , the guides and several other persons on the trek attempted numerous times to adjust them and secure them to my boot. Non of us managed it thus making everyday of the climb dangerous. The anti balling plates kept coming off , making my descent of Ouanoukrim potentially very dangerous as i constantly had solid balls of ice underneath both my boots. I feel Exodus should take some responsibility for this as it is your company that recommended the link to this company.

Suggestions

Apart from the hired equipment I enjoyed all other aspects of the trek.

Reply from Exodus

Exodus has worked with Trek Hire for almost 10 years and have never had issues with the standard of their equipment. They are also very surprised to hear of this problem as it has never previously happened; I have been speaking to them regarding this recent issue and will continue to monitor feedback.

Reviewed March 2011

SNOWSHOEING IN THE DOLOMITES

We thoroughly enjoyed our trip. A good variety of climbs followed by swim, sauna and good food each day allowed us to push ourselves without feeling after effects the next day. The combination of blue skies, snow, good company and an excellent hotel made for a memorable holiday

Most Inspirational Moment

The views from the tops onf the mountains were just superb

Thoughts on Group Leader

Karl was a great leader who looked after our individual needs and was a font of knowledge and good humour

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take lots of layers of clothing rather than thick bulky items. You get quite warm while walking in the sun up the mountains but it can be quite cold while tucking in to the packed lunches and enjoying those fantastic views from the summit

Reviewed March 2011

ATLAS PANORAMA

I had a lovely holiday, the people in my group were very friendly, the group leader was excellent, but there were a few disapointment and I don’t think I will go back to marocco but I am sure I will travel with exodus again.

Thoughts on Group Leader

My group leader was the rigth person for the trip, his knowledge was very good he could always answer our quiston, but on my first day in Marakesh we had a different person guiding as thorugh the city if I am right his name was Mohamed. His knowledge wasn't very good about the town, I have read more in my guide book about Marakesh than he told me, mostly he was talking about politics whish I wasn't interested at all I woulod have liked to hear more about history. I would advice exodus not to use him as he was a disapointment.

Suggestions

I wasn't very happy with the airline, we had an 8 hour delay and we were not told what is going on unless we looked for someone and asked, we have been driven for a meal to a hotel were we got left alone and the staff wanted to send us somewhere else. Nobody knew what was going on.

Reviewed March 2011

MOUNTAINS & VILLAGES OF EVIA

Comfortable hotel, wonderful food, lots of history and culture, varied walking – some stunning views and beautiful coastline.

Most Inspirational Moment

Wonderful views from the Acroplois on top of Mount Kliosi on the first day - especially after a rather tricky scramble up!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Thano was so knowledgeable about the history and culture of this beautiful island - his talks added so much value to the trip. We had very variable weather and Thano adjusted the itinerary at short notice so that we did as much as possible. Thano took us to a different taverna every day where we sampled as many of the wonderful local dishes as possible! He was a very entertaining host.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take a map of the island with you so that you can track where you are visiting. The museum in the town opens on Sunday mornings - something to do on the last day.

Suggestions

The hotel was clean and comfortable and the rooms were warm and well serviced. The breakfasts were to die for! Local yoghurt, honey, bread, fruit, cheese ...and much more. The owners were very friendly and hospitable.

Reviewed March 2011

ANTARCTIC CIRCLE QUEST

This was a holiday of a life time, and was beyond all our expectations. The whole expedition was superbly organised and all the expedition staff were so enthusiastic, knowledgable and helpful, making sure that everyone had the best experience possible.

Most Inspirational Moment

It is so difficult to pick one moment out of such a wonderful experience and we all said 'How are we going to describe our experiences to our friends when we get home.' Ice berg alley was just fantastic with such colour as well as grandeur and crossing the circle was a very special moment. Seeing albatross flying behind the ship and of course the wonderful penguins, seals and whales was truely amazing.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Absolutely fantastic. Woody made everyone feel special and was so caring as well as enthusiastic, encouraging and great fun.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Go on the expedition as soon as you can and enjoy every moment.

Suggestions

We just had such a wonderful time and are now saving to go to go to the Arctic. It was amazing and a privilege to see the animals in their natural habitat, not being phased by our presence and showing us their everyday lives. The lectures given by the expedition staff were very well presented, interesting and informative in a way that didn't need us to be experts!The ships crew were so helpful, pleasant and efficient and the catering was absolutely fantastic. In the rough seas the staff were very caring for passengers who were not well.Words just cannot describe adequately the fantastic time we had so thank you for making this possible for us.

Reviewed March 2011

LAND OF THE TIGER

An amazing trip! It maximises your chances of getting to see tigers and seeing them for the first time in the wild is something you’ll never forget.

Most Inspirational Moment

Each time we saw a tiger was incredibly moving. But my favourite moment strangely was a leopard sighting. We were the only jeep and the leopard walked down a rock and drank in a pool right in front of us.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Harish was excellent. His drive, enthusiasm and organisational skills were amazing and he has so much knowledge about the local wildlife.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Bring plenty of patience. You may have many hours of game drives without seeing tigers - they are endangered after all! And don't forget that it's not all about tigers - enjoy the rest of the animals and birds in the parks too! In the winter months it is incredibly cold in the mornings - I was wearing 5 layers and a blanket! So remember your warm clothes, gloves and hat.

Reviewed March 2011

KILIMANJARO CLIMB - LEMOSHO ROUTE

What a fantastic experience! I felt like a complete wuss when I arrived and discovered we had 34 porters, 5 guides and a cook for only 10 of us. However I then felt alot better when the guides told us that they had also taken Ashley Cole’s wife and her friends (otherwise known as the Comic Relief climbing team) up the mountain and that they had a porter / guide team of 110. Even our team of 40 resulted in luxury camping at its best.

Most Inspirational Moment

Summitting at Uhuru Point at 1pm having set off late from camp and hence having the whole summit to ourselves.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our guides were fantastic, Mathew was more than just a guide, camp manager for the team of 40 support staff plus the 10 clients, how they didn't leave anything behind I will never know. Our assistant guides were also fabulous and looked after us extremely well, our morning routine of tea in bed followed by washing water was certainly a treat. I have to add a particular thanks to Amos our favourite assistant guide who could talk more than me, an achievement, and talked so much whilst climbing that you didnt even realise you had been climbing for 6 hours at a time.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Its a challenge, but you can do and you will love it!

Reviewed March 2011

ATLAS PANORAMA

The scenery was wonderful, the weather perfect and the company good. A very enjoyable holiday, I came back feeling fit and healthy!

Most Inspirational Moment

There was not any particular moment as every day was different. Marrakech was colourful noisey and fun, the walks were great

Thoughts on Group Leader

He was quiet reiable and set a sensible walking pace that meant everyone was able to do all the walks.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Go for it!

Suggestions

don't forget to check out the night sky but wear warm clothes!

Reviewed March 2011

TRAILS OF NEW ZEALAND

visiting new zealand is like visiting a child. the land itself is still developing. its fresh and exciting. you get the feeling that its looking forward to its future. its not jaded like europe. it has an unique history – no major battles have been fought there – the maoris and white settlers have lived for the most part in harmony – there's no sense of anomisity. Its very dramatic but also peaceful and inspirational. anything and everything is possible

Most Inspirational Moment

for me the most inspirational moments of my trip were very personal. i have a fear of being trapped underground and also having had a one and only disastorous experience at kayaking i wasnt looking forward to either of these parts of the trip. however i was everyone was very supportive and the activites were carried out with complete safety. i really enjoyed both going through the caves and kayaking through the sound.

Thoughts on Group Leader

I didnt feel the group leaders were as involved in with the group as other group leaders have been on previous holidays. on this holiday the group leaders tended to take you somewhere and then wait til you had done the activity. I didnt feel that they joined in and they seemed a bit distant from the group. apart from the first night they didnt join the group for evening meals even in places where there was only one or two resturants.

Advice for Potential Travellers

be prepared for all types of weather and dont forgot insect repellant. you will hike to and see some amazing places.

Suggestions

having been forced by the group leaders to finish my holiday with the group earlier than planned because the earthquake in christchurch meant the group leaders couldnt get me to the airport in time for my flight i didnt feel there was any support for me. I was left in queenstown on my own where i had to sort out my own accommodation and transport to christchurch. i missed out on two days with the group - two days of activities and two days of companionship - the whole reason why i book on these holidays - so that im travelling with others and not on my own. very disappointing end to an otherwise amazing holiday.

Reply from Exodus

I thank Ms Beard for her review and am glad she had such an inspirational trip. In regards to the involvement of the leaders on the trip I would like to confirm that out of the 19 activities included on this itinerary the leaders took part in 17; only 2 were missed for different logistical reasons. When it came to meals the leaders did eat most of these with sub sections of the group; this was a full trip of 16 passengers and therefore the group would usually split for meals and go to various restaurants.

We are sorry if Ms Beard felt she was forced to leave the trip or that not enough support was provided. After the earthquake in Christchurch the itinerary for this trip had to be modified as staying in central Christchurch was no longer an option. We have carried out a full review of how this trip was managed and are confident, that under very difficult circumstances, our local operator and leader did all that they could to assist passengers in their onward travel arrangements. After discussing their options with the leader, five (land only) passengers missed the last few days of the trip in order that they could continue with their individual travel arrangements. We are very sorry if any passenger felt abandoned, this would certainly never be our intention.

Katherine Tory – Product Manager for New Zealand

Reviewed March 2011

CYCLE NICARAGUA, COSTA RICA AND PANAMA

After an extremely long and tiring flight from the UK, we arrived at Managua Airport and was greeted with a beer….at that point I knew this holiday was going to be great!! No rest for the wicked as we had a fairly early start the following day, all of the bikes were prepared in advance which made things really easy for the group. The riding is tough…I dont care what other people have put…Lance Armstrong would have struggled with the heat/ headwinds and terrain in certain parts!! An inspiring trip, which not only allows you to see some wonderful countries, but also to meet some fantastic people in the group you travel with. A very diverse bunch all with a good story to tell over the odd "panama/ balboa…or for the weak hearted Atlas" beers. Watch out for the "electric blue lemonade" cocktail….there isnt any lemonade in it!!

Most Inspirational Moment

So many...the scenery in parts is stunning...not just because me and my mate Dave were there! The volcanos in Arenal and Otemepe have to be seen to be believe, the lagoon (watch out for the fish...they bite! joking!) The sunset in san juan del sur, the food......the volcanic springs, the downhill to panama (we clocked 50 mph!) too many "highlights" to mention....explore and see it for yourself......you wont regret it.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Rob was cool....he even got the English sarcastic sense of humour by the beginning of week 2! He got involved with all the group, and even got on the Dance floor in the night club in Bocos del Torro! Rob and his team were very good.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Have a reasonable level of fitness before you go.......you will reap the rewards if you do!

Suggestions

An excellent trip all told, 3 very very good countries, all for different reasons.....An excellent group of people that travelled.....and book a few extra days off work when you get home...the jet lags not good at 10.30 am UK time!!

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