Most Inspirational Moment
RESCUING A SLOTH ON THE WAY TO LA FORTUNA!
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An amazing trip with the best guiding team ever!
This was by far the best cycling holiday I have ever been to. Amazing places and views!
A challenging cycling route for someone with a minor cycling experience like myself. But I made it, thanks to the support and encouragement of this amazing team: Roberto, Paul, Alvaro, Jose, Ronaldo! Names and personalities we will never forget! Thank you for helping me add beautiful images and feelings, in my life’s “memory box”, but most of all, thank you for keeping us SAFE and happy! It was more than obvious that you were there for us to ENJOY our trip, see, feel and taste the beauty of the most amazing part of the world. Feeling fit and healthy, looking forward to our next adventure!
Thank you!
Natural highlights of Costa Rica.
This was a fabulous trip, giving you a slice of Costa Rica. There is a lot of driving between locations, ( at times 4-5 hours) some of the roads were still unmade, so can be very bumpy. The weather was extremely hot in places, but in Monteverde quite windy and therefore something warm to wear is a necessity. We saw so many beautiful birds and reptiles,on our boat trips and our guide had a wealth of knowledge of fowl and fauna. Beautiful kingfishers,herons, lizards,turtles,crocodiles to name but a few. The boat trips made it for me,but the visit to the Hot Springs was fun and a great way of getting to know your group! The suspension bridges were a lot lower than I thought they would be and it was far too short. If you are not afraid of heights and speed, go for the Zip Wire. I would recommend taking a waterproof jacket, walking boots or shoes, and mosquito repellent!
Most Inspirational Moment
I loved the boat trip at Cano Negro; the boat was open at the front and you could stand and view both sides of the river for the local wildlife. We all had fun trying to spot the elusive sloths,but great time had by all.
Thoughts on Group Leader
He had an incredible knowledge of all the flowers and wild life, and could spot creatures from a great distance; very impressive.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Take a weather proof jacket,walking boots or shoes, mosquito repellent and buckle up!
Discover Costa Rica
The title “Discover Costa Rica” puts it in a nutshell. We explored from coast to coast and many of the forests in between. On our trip over 125 different birds were identified including nesting Quetzals, many mammals, reptiles and even an eye lash viper. The flowers and butterflies in the many gardens of the lodges were a joy. There is an emphasis on being aware of and on contributing to the conservation of the natural resources which was appreciated.
Most Inspirational Moment
Coming from a snow bound country, the colour and sounds of Costa Rica were an ongoing delight.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Antonio, our local Costa Rican guide was excellent - his knowledge of the inhabitants and the vegetation of the many forests we visited was very extensive. He unfailingly answered our many questions, and if he didn't know the whole answer he researched it and gave us the relevant information later. He often stopped the bus along the way so we might experience a roadside market, take a photo or view cocoa trees up close etc.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Anyone who is tall will find the pitch of the seats in the small bus rather short. There are only 2 places in the bus where tall people can comfortably fit their long legs! Everyone on our tour thoughtfully respected this and left the seat by the side door for my husband who at over 2 metres has long legs.
Walking the amalfi coast
Wonderful way to walk and see the highlights of the amalfi coast. The guide, Enrico enthusiastically took us on the walks and always had a plan b or c if the weather disappointed us. Take walking poles if you have sore knees as lots of steps and be prepared to walk up 400metres as well as down lots of steps. Hotel a great place to come back to for a well earned hot shower, a drink and diner .
Most Inspirational Moment
Walking around versuvius and having a packed lunch in ravello
Thoughts on Group Leader
Enthusiastic particularly about the environment and traditions
Advice for Potential Travellers
Heed the fitness training notes and take walking poles if knees an issue
Just what we wanted!
This was a great trip which we really enjoyed. It was described as ‘moderate/challenging’, which related to the ‘undulations’ and sometimes dirt tracks upon which we cycled, and some of the ‘normal’ roads and paved roads were a little rough. Having said that, we all managed OK. Additionally, the trip was ‘full on’ with some early starts, some late meals and other activities such as boat trips, and other options too. No two days were the same, variety was the key. There were 16 of us on this trip, ranging in age from 32-69 (which was me!) with two couples (all in their sixties) the rest friends/singles, and a majority of women.
Most Inspirational Moment
For me it was mixing with different cultures and seeing at first hand how people can string a life together with minimal resources and facilities.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Roberto was quite exceptional, with amazing organisational skills; he was on the go all the time, dealing with our cycling needs, giving advice, and permanently planning ahead whether it was pre-warning hotels of our arrival, ordering our meals in advance or paying for activities to be re-imbursed later. And delightful with it..... Fantastic.
Advice for Potential Travellers
We were a little anxious about the challenging nature of the trip, but we all managed OK. I would certainly recommend some pre-hol training; some of us hadn't done any and perhaps wished they had - rather like a skiing holiday! We'd also strongly recommend gel saddle-savers unless you bring your own saddle. Also, we were a little anxious about mosquitoes and malaria; in fact there was minimal mossy activity and we didn't take anti-malarials. However, insect repellent was occasionally necessary. Roberto was really helpful on this one, as with everything else!
La Palma
A very varied place with ridge walks, forest walks and volcano walks etc. Some tough climbs and quite harsh surfaces. Not suitable for those who are unsteady on their feet or suffer from vertigo. The hotels were quite decent and the food was up to expectations although not exceptional. Henri our tour leader did a superb job he had a good knowledge of the island kept us well entertained and nothing was too much trouble for him. Overall it was a well worth while trip which I would recommend to anyone who is reasonably fit. I would certainly not be adverse to doing it again in the future.
Most Inspirational Moment
Nothing in particular there was no great moment of enlightenment
Thoughts on Group Leader
Excellent we were all very impressed with him
Advice for Potential Travellers
Under no circumstances should you fall over the volcanic surface is extremely abrasive just about everywhere.
Trekking in Aitana
A marvellous week in empty mountains so extremely close to the populated coastline, hard to believe it can be so easy to find bare nature.
Most Inspirational Moment
Everything about the trip was inspirational as there was always a good team spirit and the two leaders had so much enthusiasm to keep us trekking.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Jose and Jamies were brilliant. Exceptionally funny and inspiring and full of local knowledge. Willing to talk plenty whilst walking but also giving holiday makers space for peace and quiet.
Advice for Potential Travellers
The grading of the holiday is very appropriate, all treks will be managed if you pace yourself. Remember weather can be changeable in the mountains.
An amazing trip
A lovely trip which includes a very varied itinerary. You get to see different areas of Chile, from the desert , city life, lakes and mountains all with amazing scenery. Seeing the sun rise through the steaming geysers in the Atacama desert and the frozen glaciers in Patagonia were my highlights. There is a lot of travelling with internal flights but how else would you get to see all the different areas. Gaynor our guide was excellent, well organised, calm and caring , every day was a new adventure and she was always happy and smiling. A really lovely trip.
Most Inspirational Moment
Seeing the sun rise through the steaming geysers in the Atacama Desert and the frozen glaciers in Patagonia
Thoughts on Group Leader
Gaynor our guide was excellent, well organised, calm and caring, she was always happy and smiling
Highlands of Sri Lanka walking tour
Two weeks walking tour in Sri Lank. through cultural hotspots, mountain ranges, tea plantations, national parks. An excellent programme for a first discovery of the Country, its traditions, its people and its wildlife.
Most Inspirational Moment
I particularly enjoyed the trekkings in the Knuckles Ranges, but found extremely interessing as well the atmosphere of the Temple of the Tooth in Candy and the train journey from Ella to Badulla. Most pleasant place to stroll and relax definitely Galle.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Sujeewa, our team leader has been truly excellent: very knowledgeable on subjects as different as Wildlife, history, traditional handicrafting. He has also been extremely nice to all of us, attentionate and helpful as well as an excellent organiser.
Advice for Potential Travellers
It is a very good tour for thos who want to discover a wide range of aspects of Sri Lanka. Walking is an integral part of the trip but not overwelming on other activities such as cultural visits etc.
Beautiful Finnish wilderness holiday
We had a really good time with a family of 5. The setting is beautiful – a low-key lodge in the forest, on the edge of a frozen lake. There are lovely walks from the lodge and cross country skiing. The trips were great, with authentic experiences with reindeer herders and husky owners.
Children were entertained constantly by the deep, deep snow! Equipment very good, and food excellent too.
Most Inspirational Moment
The campfire meals at the husky sledge and the reindeer farm, and the last night evening meal under the stars. Very low-key and relaxed, with no rush to get through anything - the leaders looked as if they were having as much fun as the guests.
Thoughts on Group Leader
There is a high ratio of staff to guests, which makes for great service on the trip and meals too. They were all excellent.
Advice for Potential Travellers
As mentioned by others, you don't need to bring much gear! The clothing and gear they provide is excellent and warm (though you need a scarf/neck warmer). But it all looks the same, so a handy hint if you want to spot your child among 8 identical children milling around a reindeer is to bring your own hat!