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Tour of north India

Best of Northern India

Loved this trip! There were only 5 of us but we got on very well! Ronit our guide was superb and when we missed our sleeper train (through no fault of Ronit's ) he got flights organised for us which were paid for by KE which I wasn't expecting - they were good as well! Most of the food was superb and Ronit made sure that it catered for all of us! The Indian people were so lovely -thought we would get hassled and although we did at times, very much less than I thought!! The only piece of advise w ould be to take more money than you think as the alcohol was quite expensive in the hotels and to take a couple of different credit and debit cards as when we had to draw money to pay for our flights, some atms wouldn't accept visa! Very interesting trip with lots packed in which makes it quite tiring and could have done with longer at the Taj Mahal (which was fantastic) - perhaps check out the hotel before going there so we could spend as much time as we had liked there!

By Catherine from Nottingham | 28 October 2016

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Heaven on Earth

Everest Base Camp Trek

The trip to Everest Base Camp was in one word spectacular. My wife, in-laws and brother-in-law made the journey and we as a group of 6 along with 8 more had a fantastic time. The rapport in the group was amazing and the whole itinerary from Kathmandu to Everest Base Camp and back was well organised. The Nepalese guides and porters made this arduous trip that much easier. The flight to Lukla airport is mind boggling and certainly not for the faint hearted. Saying that, you would not be on this tr ip if you couldn’t face altitude with a little rise in adrenaline to help. Overall, we all enjoyed the camaraderie, the beautiful views of Nepal, the humbleness and politeness of the Nepalese people but above all this, the journey to Everest Base Camp. It must be said the night after trekking to Everest Base Camp was without a shadow of a doubt, the coldest we slept through in the lodges. Keep wrapped up. Thank you to KE Adventures for an once in a lifetime trip which we all thoroughly enjoyed. I would love to say more than I have written here from the precarious bridges, the Yaks, the yearning for a nice hot shower (and an even nicer toilet) but you focus on the positives and an open mind as for all the things we take for granted in the western world, one thing we cannot have is the journey to Everest Base Camp. To see Everest in all its might and glory at the end of a memorable and fun trek surpassed the times when a nice mocha back in England came to mind many a time. We look forward to Annapurna in 2017! Thank you again to the wonderful Nepalese people and KE Adventure team. We couldn’t have done this without your support.

By Harjit from Hook | 27 October 2016

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An interesting trip but too much cost cutting

We enjoyed our trip around various volcanoes and the Aeolian islands. The hotels are rather basic and the food provided ranging from very poor to quite good. The cost has been kept down by using local transport and this was a mistake. An example being the use of a local bus after the Etna visit. We could not go to the top due to bad weather so had to wait a long time for the local bus which dropped us off at the railway station in Catania. The plan was to take another bus and then walk for 15 mi nutes (with all our luggage) to the hotel - most people took a taxi instead. Maybe it would have been cheaper overall to have a private bus as the Explore group that we met had done..... Having said all the above we enjoyed the trip - just remember to take a wheeled bag as otherwise you will end upon carrying your luggage a long way.

By John from Huntingdon | 27 October 2016

KE Adventure reply

Thank you for your review and it is good to know that you enjoyed your trip around the various volcanoes of the Aeolian Islands. We are sorry that you did not enjoy travelling on the public bus after climbing Etna. We could use a private bus or taxis for this short transfer but we feel that the impact on the holiday price would not be welcomed by the majority of our clients, nor considered by them as value for money. The occasional use of public transport also has a 'cultural immersion' value, especially when this means travelling together with ordinary Sicilians going about their daily business. The other group you mention in your review who travelled in a private bus were doing a very different itinerary, with no Island hopping and the whole time in the same bus.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

A really great road cycling trip with wonderful historical sites as well

Jordan End 2 End Bike Tour

This was a private trip for 7 people. The cycling was fairly tough, all the more so because it was very hot, especially climbing up from the Dead Sea, but the rewards in terms of scenery and historical sites including Petra and Jerash (the latter of which we did as an extension, which we would highly recommend) were amazing. The local cycling guide, Anas, and his team of 2 drivers were some of the best we have had on any trip. They were a pleasure to be with and they all worked extremely hard to make the holiday as good as it was. We all thought the holiday to be a great success from every aspect, what more can we say?

By Gillian from Isle of Man | 25 October 2016

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The best trip ever!

Volcanoes of Indonesia

The trip was excellent, with some minor problems that I am sure will be taken care of (a KE representative was on the trip and she was making notes of the possible improvements for future trips). The food was always good, most of the times beyond expectations, the hotels and home-stays were according to the descriptions in the brochure, some really luxurious, others more basic, but we always had the guides being sure we had what we needed to be as comfortable as possible. As always, the guides a nd drivers were the best, very professional and friendly and always available to answer our questions or to solve any problem. I am so happy with this trip (my 4th with KE), that I am already looking for the next one!!!!

By Graciela from AURORA | 25 October 2016

★ ★ ★

Stunning remote walking

Naar to Mustang

This is a superb walking holiday in a beautiful part of Nepal with some spectacular Himalayan views however People should be very mindful that the early days involve several days of significant height gain which can be difficult to cope with and the rest days tend to be weighted towards the back of the trip also the brochure makes reference to indistinct trails but this in no way adequately reflect the dangerous nature of the trail at times ( possibly following the earthquake) and you should be confident of moving on extremely exposed ground if booking this holiday

By Andrew from NORTHAMPTON | 25 October 2016

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A walk on the wild side – East Africa’s hidden gem

Mount Kenya Ascent

This trek to the summit of Point Lenana on Mount Kenya in mid October 2016 was a wonderful experience and revealed the majestic scenery, flora and fauna of the National Park. From the water buffalo, eland, waterbuck and Sykes monkeys seen on the very first stop at Kenya Lodge (Chogoria Gate), to the giant lobelias, rock hyrax and sunbirds higher up the mountain this is certainly a trip for those that appreciate wildlife. And then there is the mountain itself, in some ways more spectacular then K ilimanjaro. The weather was generally kind - clear blue skies in the morning with scattered cloud building up by midday and despite the weather forecasts we experienced only one brief rain shower at Lake Ellis and one brief hail shower at base camp. From my limited experience, the Chogoria route via Lake Michaelson is by far the most impressive option - possibly a little more strenuous than other options but well worth it. Top tip 1 - don't be fooled into thinking that because the Park is on the equator the temperatures are benign! A good (very good!) sleeping bag and thermarest (or equivalent) is essential for a good night's rest. Top tip 2 - the low temperatures at altitude significantly reduce battery power. Ensure you have spare batteries and keep them warm at all times. A solar charger is a useful investment. Top tip 3 - plenty of memory space on your camera, the photo opportunities are endless!

By Adventure from ILFORD | 25 October 2016

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Huge potential

Naar to Mustang

I left the trip after day 7 so my remarks have not been made by someone who completed the trip. The trip leader, Sirdar and crew did an excellent job. If there is anything that could be improved it would to reduce the amount of altitude gain in those important first few days. I am unsure how you would do this as large camp sites are limited in the Koto - Naar gorge.

By Rodney from BRISBANE | 24 October 2016

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Hard camping not for wooses

Minya Konka Trek

It's a contrary combination the walking isn't hard going but the camping is, as cold high and If you are vegetarian then it will be challenging as most dishes had meat in some form and this had to be picked out, so take lots of goodies. Great tents great views great experience.

By Karyn from Camberley | 24 October 2016

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Unique cycling experience

Jordan End 2 End Bike Tour

Really interesting country which I previously knew little about. The cycling is challenging - not for the distances covered, but the terrain is very (and continuously) hilly - up to about 5500 feet - with quite a few of the gradients in excess of 10% for several kilometres. Combine that with the heat (low to mid 30's°C) and you have a stiff cycling environment. However, you get back stunning views and glorious descents for the brave-hearted. Local guide crew were excellent, constantly in attend ance with cycling snacks, cold drinks, lunches and a wealth of local knowledge, not to mention an air-conditioned bus to provide a cooling oasis of shade. As a result of the local environment, it is generally required to ride together as a group along with the local guide, so if "doing your own thing" is important to you, this holiday might not be for you, but if you enjoy climbing and are interested in Middle East history (and Petra and Jaresh are definitely worth a visit) then I can highly recommend this tour.

By Michael from Isle of Man | 24 October 2016

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A bucket list active adventure holiday

Classic Tour du Mont Blanc

This classic tour exceeded our expectations - the scenery was beautiful and our group of 7 got along really well. We were fortunate in having great weather for most of the trip; not sure how pleasant this would have been with lots of rain and cold. The description and notes for each days' hike were accurate so we were prepared for the ascents and descents and the difficult terrain. Our guide Sophie was very knowledgeable and took good care of us. Our only complaint is not getting the marital bed room with en-suite bath when it was available at several of the lodges (the other couple got it every time!)

By Diane from CHANDLER | 23 October 2016

★ ★ ★ ★

Fun trip

Volcanoes of Indonesia

I enjoyed this trip. The volcanoes are fascinating and very beautiful, and KE has done a good job of selecting ones that are all quite different from one another so the hikes are quite varied. (Note that the hikes on Ijen (2 hrs) and Batur (about 3 hrs) are much shorter than indicated in the KE itinerary, so there was actually less hiking than I had hoped for). There was a nice mix of culture with the various temples mixed in, and our guides Rani (Java) and Wira (Bali) were fantastic and took am azing care of us. Ubud is fun and I highly recommend you visit Gunung Kawi temple on your free day. On the downside, you should be prepared for the fact that there are some very long travel days, that the volcanoes are very heavily visited, and that you might not get to do the Rinjani hike (it erupted the night before we arrived and we were only permitted to do a portion of the 3 day hike). All in all, a good trip that I would recommend.

By Leslie from BROOKLINE | 21 October 2016

★ ★ ★

Good trip in a beautiful country

Oman Adventure Trekking

Oman was far more beautiful than I expected, and I enjoyed the hiking we did on the trip, which was varied, and offered some amazing mountain and coastal views. I wish the trip had had more cultural interaction, as we hardly even met or spoke to any Omanis the entire time. I went on this trip in Jan 2014, and we were all very disappointed with our guides, who were disorganized, unhelpful, and even argued repeatedly in front of us (there seemed to be some sort of power struggle going on). I heard through the grapevine that KE listened to our complaints about them and has made the necessary changes, so hopefully this is no longer an issue. Oman is really beautiful and worth visiting, so as long as the guides have changed, I would recommend this trip.

By Leslie from BROOKLINE | 20 October 2016

KE Adventure reply

Thank you for the review of your 2014 Oman trip. We always listen to what our clients tell us. Since your trip in 2014, we have worked very successfully with a new local agent in Oman as you can tell from all the reviews below for 2016 and 2015. We certainly agree with you that this is a beautiful country and well worth a visit.

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Great trip!

Classic Haute Route

I loved this trek. The trails were great, the views were fantastic, the food was amazing, and the huts were cozy (and often perched in the most amazing spots!). I had never been hiking in Europe before this and had therefore always camped on my treks, but the hut-to-hut experience was fun. It's definitely a different approach, but it was more social, and having a warm bed and good food waiting for you was pretty nice! Our guides were all great and took good care of us. I have absolutely nothing bad to say about this trip. Go!

By Leslie from BROOKLINE | 20 October 2016

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Breathtaking

Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route

As I'm one of the ones who DIDN'T make it to the summit due to altitude sickness, I will review that part. Someone from KE in England called me immediately after the event which was very helpful. I developed pulmonary oedema and needed to descent while the rest of the group continued to climb from Karanga Valley camp. The contracted tour company did an excellent job of getting me down off the mountain in a timely manner. I was at first taken care of by our lead guide Elias, and then accompanied down the mountain with assistant guide Barbabas, and a porter. I never felt at risk or in danger due to my condition. Barnabas was outstanding in his care getting down - some 20 km and 8500 feet of descent. We were met by an "evacuation vehicle" which brought me to Arusha, and then a doctor who took care of me at the hotel. Thank you for being competent and caring during an unplanned difficult time.

By Stephanie from ARVADA | 20 October 2016

KE Adventure reply

Thank you for your review. We were sorry to learn that altitude sickness had stopped you from reaching the summit. On all our holidays client safety is our absolute priority and we are pleased that the emergency procedures we have in place on Kilimanjaro worked well and according to plan. We hope you are now fully recovered.

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Beautiful and fascinating scenery and sites.

Choquequirao to Machu Picchu

This was the best KE trip that I have been on. The guides were excellent; informative, accommodating and pleasant. Could not do enough for us. The equipment provided was very good. The food was excellent and varied. The degree of difficulty was as described (more difficult than a trek to Evererst Base Camp) and with a group of 14 with a wide range of ages and fitness the guides were able to keep us all on track to get to our destinations in reasonable time. Maybe not as quickly as the more able would have liked but close to projected times.

By Earl from BOLTON LANDING | 19 October 2016

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

A wonderful experience in a beautiful country with a stunning landscape

Walking Slovenia's Lakes and Mountains

We were very impressed with organisation everything went like clockwork I think the walks were well thought out with regard to degrees of difficult and paced to take into account the groups capabilities and fitness, only one word of advise always listen to the guide they do know what they are talking about and are there to help make the experience safe and enjoyable. WE ARE ALREADY PLANNING OUR NEXT TRIP WITH KE, ONLY PROBLEM IS KNOWING WHICH ONE TO CHOOSE!!

By Adventure from SHEFFIELD | 19 October 2016

★ ★ ★

Disappointing not to be able to make the best of the conditions

High Level Pyrenees Snowshoe Holiday

The Pyrenees in winter is a stunning place and we had some good snowshoeing. Food at Feniere was excellent and the group was great fun. However, snow conditions were challenging as we know can happen in the mountains. Previous reviews have praised the ability of the guide to use his experience and local knowledge to vary the itinerary to make the best of the conditions and maximise the snowshoeing. Unfortunately John was not available to take our group at the last minute and the substitute guide did not have such local knowledge. We were very disappointed with the limited snowshoeing on the expedition days.

By Allison from Wymondham | 18 October 2016

KE Adventure reply

Thank you for your review. We are pleased that you were able to have some good snowshoeing despite very challenging conditions and that you enjoyed your stay at La Ferniere. We are sorry that John was not available to guide your group. Your guide, Dave, was a qualified IML leader and in John's opinion, given the unusual conditions you encountered, he would not have been able to offer any more snowshoeing.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Varied itinerary in glorious sunshine

Walking the White Mountains of Crete

Really enjoyed this holiday in the sunshine! The walking was varied and the atmosphere relaxed. Jean was a knowledgeable guide who managed the group well in his laid back and humorous style. It was great to head to the beach for a swim at the end of each day. The food and accommodation were good. It is a great opportunity to enjoy Crete away from the tourist trail. Be aware that the underfoot conditions include a fair bit of loose rock so full boots, as recommended on the kit list, are a good id ea. Also bear in mind that a couple of the villages on the itinerary don't have shops so take along plenty of snacks if you need them. A cancelled return flight "forced" us to stay an extra day in Chania which we enjoyed and would actually have been a worthwhile extension. Definitely recommend this holiday.

By Allison from Wymondham | 18 October 2016

★ ★ ★ ★

zambia/malawi could have been fantastic

Trek Malawi's Mount Mulanje & South Luangwa

eddie our guide was great but he had to drive us about and it stated in notes that we would have a separate driver. this meant because of our questions about the local area etc. he had to slow down. this meant on our trip from zambia to the mountains, our stay at a great lodge was compromised because when we had walked to the sunset bar it was dark and we didnt see anything at all. the lodge before we set of for the mountains was very very basic and the rooms we were given were dirty and depress ing and the staff were a bit ignorant. the trekking and mountain parts were fantastic, except we had paid for tents and we didnt have any. excuse was that due to health and safety and the risk of fire having tents was not feasible. on return to the same lodge that we had not liked, we were given the same rooms but eddie our guide throughout, sorted this out for us and made it a much better experience. unfortunately during the night i had loose bowels which remained for the rest of the trip and for at least 10 days afterwards. obviously this spoiled the lake malawi experience for me.but all this sounds negative and all the guides, the people of malawi the experiences we saw and did couldnt have been better. the mountain guides were excellent and we left a lot of walking clothes with them and they were really grateful. What i would say is that if i had known before i went i would have taken some of my grandchildrens clothes to give to the kids at lake malawi that were outside the gates of the lodge. it is mainly a poor country and anything u take for them will be appreciated

By Christine from Manchester | 18 October 2016

KE Adventure reply

Thank you for your review. We have spoken to our local agent about the rooms you were given on your first visit to the mountain lodge and they have assured us that in future, all KE clients will use the rooms that Eddie was able to arrange for you. We have been informed that camping was prohibited during your stay on Mulanje due to risk of fire. We believe this was a temporary injunction and as you will be aware, we have refunded everyone their single tent supplement for these nights. We are glad that despite these issues, you thought all the guides and the people of Malawi and the experiences you had, could not have been better.

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Overall Company Rating 95%

Tour of north India

Heaven on Earth

An interesting trip but too much cost cutting

A really great road cycling trip with wonderful historical sites as well

The best trip ever!

Stunning remote walking

A walk on the wild side – East Africa’s hidden gem

Huge potential

Hard camping not for wooses

Unique cycling experience

A bucket list active adventure holiday

Fun trip

Good trip in a beautiful country

Great trip!

Breathtaking

Beautiful and fascinating scenery and sites.

A wonderful experience in a beautiful country with a stunning landscape

Disappointing not to be able to make the best of the conditions

Varied itinerary in glorious sunshine

zambia/malawi could have been fantastic

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