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Active Costa Rica: Waterways & Wildlife

Great tour leader, excellent organisation, fabulous stops and accommodation. Small group numbers, we had 9 which was perfect

Most Inspirational Moment

So many. The rain forest, the night walk, ziplines in the cloud forest and my personal favourite the boat trip on the Pacific coast where we saw whales and dolphins

Thoughts on Group Leader

Very efficient at the beginning of the trip and once we all got going and got to know each other as a group he became more sociable and joined us for chats and meals. He organised a very nice meal on the first evening however as it was 1am in real terms for us and we'd all been travelling for about 15 hours a 3 course meal was more than we could cope with. Lovely idea though to meet the group and get to know each other.

Snowshoeing in the Dolomites

I always feel well taken care by our guide, as was the case here. The hotel was a premium establishment with great service and food and amenities. The trip was blessed by gorgeous weather and the hiking was just challenging enough to make the days complete and the evenings delightfully relaxing.

Most Inspirational Moment

I reconnected with a wonderful guide from a previous trip. Neither of us had planned this. The gorgeous weather and challenging hikes with a final iconic hike on the last day made this trip special.

Thoughts on Group Leader

A renaissance man. Knew his guiding profession very well. Was well qualified to teach us about the flora and fauna of the area, also the history of the area. Artistically sensitive and empathetic. Optimistic, encouraging, positive and a great sense of humour. Was well organized and made every attempt to give us all the up to date details of the daily schedule and expectations. A really good guy who I would follow on any trip he guided anywhere in the world.

Wonderfully varied trip

This trip was an excellent way to see a lot of Sri Lanka in 2 weeks. There was so much variety in the places we visited and the activities undertaken. We were able to experience culture and history in the temples and towns and then enjoy the wildlife on the safaris and the cycling trip. The Sri Lankan people were very welcoming.

Most Inspirational Moment

I loved climbing Sigiriya. We nearly didn't do the optional elephant safari but are so glad we did. I also really enjoyed the white water rafting - even the higher level wasn't too scary for a beginner. It was interesting visiting the tea factory and the spice garden and visiting a local farming family and playing games with them was fun.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Our group leader, Prathab, was excellent. He made everything run very smoothly and was calm and efficient throughout. He was very knowledgeable about history, culture and nature and his love of Sri Lanka shone through. He had a good sense of humour too.

Advice for Potential Travellers

Be prepared for some early starts and some long days. We had a fair bit of rain in February but it was too warm for raincoats. All the locals carry umbrellas as shelter against the sun and any sudden downpours. It was very humid (sweaty!) and it's useful and cheap to get some laundry done when you're at a hotel for a couple of nights. You will need plenty of cash for excursions and tips though you can pay with card at most of the hotels.

Colombia: Culture, Coffee & Caribbean

Just the right size group. Group leader excellent. Packed with excitement – An adventure rather than a holiday! learn’t so much about Colombia!

Most Inspirational Moment

Staying in Akawanka Lodge Visiting the Cocora Valley Coffee, sugar, and cocoa visits- seeing the whole process from growing to processing. Bird watching!

Thoughts on Group Leader

One of the best - very experienced and knowledgeable. Very dedicated and lots of fun. Had a challenging group to keep happy!

Highlights of Kerala

This was an OK holiday but we’ve been on better Exodus trips.

Most Inspirational Moment

Riverboat trip was relaxing and very comfortable . Boat had only been on a few trips and was comfortable and spacious.

Thoughts on Group Leader

OK, enthusiastic and knowledgeable but have generally been on trips where spoken English of the group leader is better which helps understanding and organisation of the trip

Advice for Potential Travellers

Trip note suggested times for travel between destinations were underestimated - often 1-2 hours longer (and no reflection on the bus driver). The prospect of an 8hr travelling optional excursion on the final day was quickly dismissed after previous experiences. Accommodation was generally OK although hotel at Kovalam was tired and bathroom in particular left a lot to be desired. Sightseeing venues a little underwhelming to me, relative to say Highlights of Northern India which we have been on previously.

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Reply from Exodus

We appreciate Alasdair leaving a review of his trip. While it’s good to hear that he enjoyed certain elements, particularly the riverboat experience, it’s disappointing to learn that the overall experience didn’t compare as favourably with previous Exodus holidays he has taken.

 

We are aware that recent roadworks and congestion in Kerala have resulted in longer‑than‑anticipated travel times, and this may have contributed to the extended journeys Alasdair mentions. We are continuing to work with our local team to find the best possible routing while this temporary disruption is in place, and we expect this to improve as the works progress.

 

We’re also sorry to hear that he found communication from the tour leader less clear than on trips he has joined before. Strong, easy‑to‑follow communication plays a big role in smooth organisation on tour, and his feedback will be shared with our local team as part of ongoing leader development.

 

Although most properties used on this itinerary are selected for their comfort and character, we understand Alasdair’s disappointment and will be reviewing this stay with our partners to ensure standards remain consistent.

 

We’re grateful that Alasdair took the time to share his thoughts. His feedback is important to us, and we hope that future travels with Exodus feel much more in line with the trips he has enjoyed in the past.

 

– Oliver O’Boyle, Exodus Product Manager

A fantatsic chance to experience so much of the Garden Route

From Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, we loved every minute of the tour, learning so much about the country, the culture, the people, the food and the wildlife. Our guide Marco had a wealth of knowledge on all of the above and with boundless energy was prepared to go to enormous lengths to make the trip special (he also has a wonderful sense of humour).
The group comprising 15 people (about the right size) was so warm and friendly, making it a pleasure to get to know everyone.
The hotels were all well equipped, with some better than others: Tsitsikama had amazing views of the sea, House Martin was a clear step up (run by a lovely couple), while The Windsor was great provided you have a sea facing room (do pay for this to avoid overlooking the car park). City Lodge is a typical city travellers hotel but has just been refurbished so it was in good condition.
The trip may not be super-active but the pace is full on as you move from activity to activity and from location to location. We ate in some fantastic spots and Marco was always on hand to recommend the local specialities / what not to eat at each restaurant. He even managed to convince us to try Mopane worms by the end!
Wine tasting under the trees in Stellenbosch was lovely despite the food and tour around the facility being a little shambolic.
When in Cape Town, the Robben Island tour was well worth attending especially for the second part when you are guided by an ex-political prisoner. Our last night of the tour at Marco’s Restaurant (not related) in Cape Town which was such a fun way to bring it to an end.
Overall, a fabulous trip which we thoroughly enjoyed and would highly recommend.

Most Inspirational Moment

The views at Knysner Head and Tsitsikama

Thoughts on Group Leader

AMAZING

Advice for Potential Travellers

Take some cash for tips and enjoy the South African hospitality.

Hiking Spain in February

A perfect one week away from dreadful weather in the UK doing some challenging walking!

Thoughts on Group Leader

Excelent, in all aspects of the trip.

Marine Wildlife of the Maldives

Overall experience, value for money, excellence of guide and team. Plus the good nature, friendliness, sense of humour of guide and team. All the above made it a tour to remember for a very long time. Thank you.

Most Inspirational Moment

Seeing a whale shark while snorkelling. Having an island dinner with a sunset in the company of our group, Ub, ship crew.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Ub was great. He used all his experience and personal skills to make our tour as close to perfect as possible. His sense of humour, excellent English and energy (despite Ramadan) made the whole group enjoy our time together. He went out of his way to ensure we saw whale sharks by pulling us by the hand when we couldn't go as fast as necessary!

Walking The Amalfi Coast

The whole trip was excellent. I can’t praise our guide highly enough – he looked after us with such care and we all felt so well hosted throughout – with the food, the knowledge, the pace of the walking etc

Most Inspirational Moment

The host, the group, the hotel (including the food, which was outstanding and as a vegetarian I felt very well catered for)

Thoughts on Group Leader

Severio was extremely knowledgeable, kind and sociable. From the first moment we all felt welcome and like he wanted to give us the best possible experience. He was very generous is sharing his knowledge and facilitating us all to form a bond which made the trip really special. He also kept us on schedule while still keeping things relaxed.

Kerala & the Tropical South

Knowledgeable, helpful staff from start to finish.

Most Inspirational Moment

Our tour guide Biju was excellent and so helpful with my dietary requirement. Our driver Vinod was exceptional too, I'm a nervous passenger and had never experienced roads and traffic like that in India so I was so grateful to have. Competent driver that made me feel safe. I particularly enjoyed the village walks in the morning, learning about local people and their ways of life.

Thoughts on Group Leader

Nothing was too much trouble for Biju. He's incredibly likeable and offered fascinating insights into India and it's people.