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★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Energising trip summiting 7 volcanoes, amazing, fitness essential.
Guatemala's Magnificent Seven
Trip was well planned with an acclimatisation day at the start of the Tour in Antigua and some down time by Lake Atitlan at the end, although an extra day at the lake would have been welcome. The camping was really well organised and I particularly enjoyed the camp food and the central focus and warmth of a camp fire, quite magical with such amazing panoramic views. The roads in Guatemala are basic and the traffic congestions not good, but stops were factored in to make the journeys more enjoyab le and there was only one day when we did not walk. Not sure that a scenic drive along the Pan American Highway is an apt description however. We had a great team to look after us. Sebastian, lead guide with his enthusiasm and valuable local knowledge. His careful planning especially with regard to arranging for all our meals, the majority having been pre ordered to save time. Alex was also an excellent guide in his own right and complemented Sebastian. He was really great at organising all the kit and teaching the porters how to set up camp in a comfortable and safe way. Willy although quiet at times was well organised and a great cook, fantastic local dishes and a pleasure to be with on the hikes. End of November was a great time of the year to go, no rain clear blue skies most of the time, although cold when the sun went down especially when at high altitude.
By Julie from Broadway | 14 December 2017
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Wonderful experience from start to finish
Stok Kangri Climb
We booked our trip at the start of 2017 and found KE to be helpful at all stages answering our never ending list of questions about the trip. Upon arrival we were duly collected and delivered to our hotel in Dehli which was clean, tidy and had a lovely pool which we were able to doze by during the day, our evening meal was superb and next morning we were back the airport to head to Leh. It was a short but magnificent flight. Arrival in Leh was well organised and we met our guide for the duration of the trip 'Pemba'. Pemba was the perfect gent and nothing was ever any trouble. He was hugely knowledgeable and we had great chats with him over the course of almost 2 weeks. Our stay in Leh was smooth, with a great hotel, good food, hot water, and nice beers. During the days before the trek we were shown around local monasteries, taken for short walks to aid our acclimatization and shown nice places to eat/drink/relax. Our trek was thoroughly enjoyable with each day discussed the night before in our nightly briefings giving us a good picture of what to expect the following day. The days were long and at times hard work due to the altitude however perfectly manageable if you have a reasonable level of fitness. We were well catered for with a fantastic lunch provided each day which was carried by our team of sherpa's. Each day started with a nutritious and tasty breakfast and ended with a yummy meal designed to tempt most palates. This is no easy task, especially if altitude has zapped your appetite. Our meal of homemade Pizza being a highlight at 4000m when some home comfort food was defiently needed. Our group of six all attempted the summit, however only 4 made the summit – No reflection on the wonderful team of sherpa’s leading us. I was overcome by altitude sickness and was required to turn around 500m from summit and another team member decided to turn around with me due to feeling very tired with reduced energy reserves. My partner completed the summit. Unfortunately, I personally do not acclimatise well, so no more 4000m plus mountains for me. Despite not personally summiting I highly recommend this trip. It was beautifully scenic and jaw-droppingly beautiful with a good level of enjoyable and challenging walking. The team in Leh were extraordinarily good.
By Andrea from Edinburgh | 13 December 2017
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
MEMORABLE ADVENTURE
Annapurna Sanctuary and Poon Hill Trek
This was a wonderful experience, especially as it was my first trip beyond the borders of Europe. Whilst ABC was the goal and the climax of the trek there was much of interest on the way - the forest varying with altitude and aspect finally giving way to scrub and grassland, the terraced farmland, the changing view of the snow-capped peaks ahead drawing us on. I would fully endorse KE's choice of an itinerary that includes Poon Hill (good acclimatisation and a spectacular sunrise) and also one that includes staying a night at ABC. It was numbingly cold but seeing the dawn break encircled by the majestic peaks was awesome (and I'm old enough not to use the word lightly!). Pasang was an excellent and cheerful guide, accommodating of our different paces and interests and no doubt doing a lot of unseen organising to ensure everything ran smoothly. He was a good source of information on the fauna, flora and farming of the area. He was very ably assisted by a great team of assistant guides and porters. Drinks were nearly always waiting for us when we stopped for a break. A bit of time to explore a little of Kathmandu, Braktapur and Patan before and after the trek only added to the overall truly memorable adventure. I am happy to recommend both this trip and KE (and their local agents) for their organisation. The loan down jacket and sleeping bag were both excellent and essential. This is a great trip for any reasonably fit hill walker (even if only occasional) with a love of landscape and an interest in other cultures (oh, and not too fussed about home comfort!). Don't underestimate the ups and downs: 'undulating' takes on a completely new meaning in Nepal!
By Charles from Moreton-in-Marsh | 12 December 2017
★ ★ ★
Stunning location, perfect hosts
Costa Rica Walks and Wildlife

Thoroughly enjoyed my visit to this stunningly beautiful country. Our guide was excellent, the accommodation was good and the people so friendly. The trip notes are wrong - KE need to listen to their man on the ground! And don’t worry about taking a mosquito net or towels - not necessary. But do take an umberella!

By Cathryn from BRENTWOOD | 12 December 2017
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
A wonderful week walking with stunning scenery on an unspoilt small island
El Hierro - The Secret Canaries
I had wanted to go to El Hierro since visiting La Gomera earlier this year. It takes a full day to travel there and back but this is outweighed by six days enjoying a wonderfully diverse small island. The trip was everything that I had hoped for and this was due to the others on the small group ( 7 of us) and the remarkable leader Paulo. Nothing was too much trouble and we had a full itinerary. His knowledge and enthusiasm for El Hierro, its people, geology, flora, fauna and history was infectio us and by using 3 centres we saw the entire island. Accommodation is either in rooms or apartments with en suites. It is not luxurious but is comfortable and the views in La Restinga were over the pretty harbour. Food and drinks were plentiful, varied and all included. 3 lunches were picnics and 3 tapas based at small restaurants. Wind was almost always present, especially at night; we had one overcast day and otherwise plenty of sun. Landscape is varied with some spectacular views. Trails are well marked and although there are some earthy surfaces there is a considerable amount of walking over rough lava and stones and 2 particularly steep descents so walking poles strongly advised! I cannot fault Paulo - he clearly loves his life and is organised, kind, thoughtful and knowledgable. His wife Enrica works alongside him and collected one of our group with a pre holiday injury on 2 days to shorten their walk length. If you want to see the real El Hierro combined with some wonderful walks then this is the holiday for you.
By Perdita from Oxford | 12 December 2017
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Amazing sequence of authentic Arctic experiences - Go !
Arctic Wilderness Week Finland
Just fantastic. Physically demanding though. The experiences are all very authentic and you feel very involved - your are not a passenger on this trip. Apart from the core trips the hotel offers additional opportunities to explore. Cross country cycling on a Fat Bike definitely worth trying and the Northern Lights Snowmobile safari ( even if you dont get to see the lights we were lucky enough to see them on another night). Hire a toboggan for the evening a short walk from the hotel you will find slopes - release the inner child!! Go and see the reindeer farm and listen to the reindeer farmer he has some great tales to tell and his wife makes great coffee! The core activities were superb with the Husky sledding winning out by a country mile. The one day introduction was great and exceeded expectations whilst the two day overnight safari was mind blowing - would of been worth going just for this! Snowshoeing a good afternoons walk and for those that have have not done this before a good intro. The snow mobile safari another great afternoon out any initial nervousness is soon forgotten. You will come home smelling of wood smoke, huskies and reindeer - brilliant!
By Alan from CHICHESTER | 11 December 2017
Haute Route Summer '17
Classic Haute Route

By Peter from United Kingdom | 11 December 2017
★ ★ ★ ★
Great trip in two distinct countries
Mountains to the Mekong
As our first KE holiday, this was a great way to see some of the best bits of Northern Vietnam & Laos. From the bustle of Hanoi to relative calm in Luang Prabang, there was lots to see and keep us interested and entertained throughout the trip. The guiding was very good overall, particularly in Vietnam where our guide Hoang engaged the whole group in some of the local customs. It was a fantastic way to "get off the beaten track" at points, with great opportunities to be immerse d in communities and cultures. KE were great to deal with and made us feel like very valued customers throughout.
By Philip from Cardiff | 10 December 2017
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Stunningn Delicious and Amazing Sri Lanka
Temples and Tea Trails of Sri Lanka
I have just returned from this trek and I cannot praise our guide - Nuwan - highly enough. He went above and beyond all expectations to ensure everyone had a memorable and fun Sri Lankan experience. Although we had a few days of heavy rain (and leeches) everything was fabulous. Standard of accommodation was excellent and food was delicious. Trekking was limited but we still made the most of what was on offer. Nuwan mixed it all up for us so we had variety, national parks, walks, mountains, beach es, trains, and local experiences. he loves his country very much and now we all love it too. It was a pleasure to have him as our guide.
By Wendy from SPRINGFIELD LAKES | 09 December 2017
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Excellent all round. Good hotels and food.
Costa Rica Walks and Wildlife

There are two seasons in Costa Rica. The wet and the not so wet. The not so wet starts in December so bring your wellies. Very good trip. Only one let down which was the final hotel in San Jose which was not up to scratch. Bring a camera with a good zoom or telephoto as much of the birdlife in the wild was at a distance. Otherwise a really good trip. Our tour guide Joe went the extra mile and made all the difference. Also our driver Sherman who was with us througout

By David from Southampton | 08 December 2017
★ ★ ★ ★
A tough, but well paced trip with sights that were worth seeing.
Nicaragua's Fire Mountains
The trip was a tough one, but each trek was worth it to see the volcanoes. It was well paced with a mix of hard & easy days. However, I didn't enjoy the days on the 2 days @ the beach & I'm not sure that the others did either. We are not 'beach' people & prefer to be more active. On the treks, the rests were too long. I would have prefered a shorter rest & perhaps more of them. We were all concerned about the tips for the camping crew. We were asked to give $100 each for the 4 crew. This seemed too much.
By Alan from Welwyn Garden City | 08 December 2017

KE Adventure reply

Thank you for your review. You are right that the beach is not for everyone, however, your comment that the trip was "well paced with a mix of hard and easy days" is exactly what we were aiming for with this holiday. Tough and relaxing! We make recommendations for tipping levels based on our experience of the country but it is an important principal that tips are voluntary, based on actual levels of service, and the amount should always be ultimately determined by you, the client.

★ ★ ★ ★
Excellent for first timers
Everest and Annapurna Luxury Lodge Trek
Overall the holiday was excellent and we were glad we chose this holiday. The Nepal experience was dramatic, especially the people, porters, villages, guides and pack animals. Not to mention dramatic views of mountains, cliffs and rivers in all directions. The two weeks were not well matched because the first week was quite strenuous being similar to the Everest BC holiday while the second week turned out be much easier 3 to 4 hours walking a day at lower altitudes. We couldn’t help feeling an ti climax during this time. Having said that you have to expect compromise because one of main focus on this holidays is staying in nice lodges which certainly lived up to our expectations. We’d like to try something harder next time.
By Christopher from Bristol | 07 December 2017
★ ★ ★
Rough, tough, and challenging . Well organised very good leadership.
Annapurna Circuit and Annapurna Sanctuary
Felt well taken of by staff inc porters, assistants, and overall leader. Local trek guide painful. Whole outing was made more difficult by very poor accommodation and even worse ablution facilities. Health and hygiene were certainly compromised. The trek underfoot conditions were patchy. Best to avoid the dirty, noisy, dusty "road". Walking from dawn to dusk up 1800m is too much. most of the trekkers suffered from persistent coughs and blocked noses. Walkers need to be made aware of th is. Nepal needs to up its game to retain and indeed attract more trekkers based on my experience
By Brendan from Killorglin | 07 December 2017

KE Adventure reply

Thank you for your review. We are pleased to know that you felt well taken care of by our local staff and leader. The lodges in the mountains are quite basic given that everything required to build and furnish them has to be carried in for several days on the backs of animals or porters, but they are usually cosy and welcoming and run by the friendliest people you could ever hope to meet. The road connection between Muktinath and Tatopani is dusty but this is what allows us to combine these two classic treks in one holiday.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★
A cultural taster of Sri Lanka travelling by bus and with some walking
Temples and Tea Trails of Sri Lanka
Excellent, informative guide, Nuwan Athapattu, who coped admirably with a diverse group of 16, and resourceful when confronted with the apparent shortcomings of Walkers Tours that had failed to book one hotel. Also he was flexible with the schedule given the adverse weather conditions and mixed abilities of the group. Plus he covered for what seemed a lack of funding by Walkers Tours for the Yala National Park safari. Future travelers need to take note of the itinerary that some days there is a lot of coach travel. Food excellent as was most accommodation.
By James from Ruislip | 06 December 2017
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Excellent taste of the Annapurna Region!
Annapurna Circuit and Annapurna Sanctuary
The Annapurna Circuit and Sanctuary was a great trek, with some fantastic highlights such as; crossing the Thorong La pass, Poon Hill and the Annapurna Sanctuary. The trip was well organised from a UK point of view and communication was good which meant you felt at ease. From being picked up on arrival day, to being dropped off on departure day the trip was memorable and enjoyable. The local staff organised the trek excellently, meaning you were at ease for the whole trek. The staff were knowled geable and felt like you could approach them about anything. I would suggest if your travelling from the UK, send for your Visa prior to travel, it just stops a lot of delays and confusion when you get to the airport. There were a few flights that came in at once and people were waiting ages. The scenery on the trek was simply stunning. The people are friendly. This was my second trip to Nepal and I will certainly be going back. My initial thought was that 3 weeks would be too long, but the trek is varied and interesting and keeps you hooked throughout. Food and accommodation was fine, just have plenty dhal bat! Make sure you are well prepared as there are some long days, with good ascents and alot of steps! The 2 long jeep transfers were fine, albeit a little uncomfortable, quite funny actually, adds to the experience. If you want to see the best parts of the Annapurna region do not hesitate to go on this trip.
By Jessica from Wigan | 06 December 2017
★ ★ ★ ★
Best way to see Vietnam
Hanoi to Hue on the Ho Chi Minh Highway
If you want to see the side of Vietnam that is free of tourists and hassle, this is the trip for you. We had nine beautiful days of cycling through rice paddies, gorgeous limestone mountains, and little villages. The weather was sometimes a challenge - we had a few days of typhoon-type rains, and be prepared for some pretty intense heat. But the terrain isn't too difficult (mostly rolling hills) and of course the support vehicle is always there with water and AC. My suggestions to future tr avellers - bring quick-drying clothes and lots of sunscreen. And while the food was amazing (kept beating my expectations) the accommodations were a little more basic than expected. Overall, another great KE trip.
By Joanna from OTTAWA | 05 December 2017
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Fantastic Trip
Mount Toubkal in Winter
A fantastic trip hiking in the Atlas Mountains and discovering Marrakech. Although we didn't get any snow while on Toubkal, it didn't detract from the overall experience. Everything was extremely well organised and ran like clockwork. Our guides, Hassan and Omar, were brilliant. They looked after us very well while being friendly, fun and informative. The food was brilliant and we never went hungry. Morocco is a beautiful country with friendly people, I couldn't recommend this tri p enough and I can't wait to go back to Morocco!
By Sarah from Glasgow | 05 December 2017
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Not only a fantastic trip to Toukbal but new friends and fun!!!
Mount Toubkal in Winter
In the last 4 years my wife and myself (both in our 50's) have trekked to Everest Base Camp, Annetto in the Pyrenees and Aconcagua in Argentina but for us this trip with KE to Toukbal has been our favourite. Travelling on a trip like this is all about being with a group of people you get on with and we had so much fun and everyone got on so well. Also our guides were fantastic who not only looked after us but also provided us with the local knowledge making this a great history lesson. And the weather was perfect for us to make the summit. What can I say.....We loved this trip and are now looking at something for next year with KE.....But I must admit the best thing was getting home and having a hot bath with a beer and feeling happy we had achieved something :-)
By Robert from Wellingborough | 04 December 2017
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Fantastic Trek!
Patagonia - The Classic Paine Circuit
Superb trek set in stunning surround! It is not a long trek being only 7 days but the days themselves entailed walking of up to 11 hours to include plenty of time for photos and lunch breaks. A good level of fitness is required as is the ability to walk at a reasonable pace on a daily basis in order to reach the camp sites at a reasonable time. If you have walked in the Alps or done significant mountains in the UK this is the trek for you. Our trek leaders Diego, and Tomaz, were fantastic too wi th a lot of knowledge to impart to the group on a wide variety of subjects. Camp sites were mainly good and the Eco Camp positively luxurious! It’s well worth arriving a day early and allowing time to visit the Puerto Moreno glacier as its stunning - not sure why it is not incorporated in the holiday?
By Graham from HARROGATE | 03 December 2017
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
The Trekking holiday was awesome , the local Sherpas made it an unforgettable ex
Everest Base Camp Trek

For a trip in November take plenty of light warm clothing eg tee shirts and vests, and socks . Tinned meat and fish would be great as a veggie diet has its limitations the higher you go. Believe me ,,, the effort and exertion is very much worth it .

By Paul from Sunderland | 01 December 2017
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