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High Peaks of the Balkans

By Linda from Scotland | 01 September 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

A brillaint walking holiday in a magical landscape

Walking the Wild and Untamed Lofoten Islands

The holiday experience and itinerary was very well organised and the guides were really excellent and looked after the group extremely well. There was always an eye on safety and a lot of interesting information about the places we visited was provided. Though terrain was in places very steep walks were at a relaxed pace and not overly challenging so it was very easy to appreciate the gorgeous landscapes and nature surrounding us. There was a very interesting mix of people on the trip, many of w hom were very well travelled, so the social side of the trip was also very enjoyable The accommodation and food was generally excellent although I was blessed with a room to myself.

By John from Brighton | 31 August 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Remote, but worth every effort

Walking the Wild and Untamed Lofoten Islands

We were a group of 14, with two guides and two vans. Our guides, Marte and Stian, worked really well as a team and made the week smooth and pleasant. Catering for the group as a whole, as well as for the more challenged amongst us, was done in a gentle manner, thus keeping everybody comfortable. Being well versed in the local trails, nature and culture, they shared with us just the right amount of knowledge in a relaxed and balanced way. The hikes were relatively short, but included some very st eep ascends and descends. Most of the the trails included boggy parts. It could be nice to have more point-to-point routes rather than going up-and-down in the same trail. Accommodation in Reine and Ballstad were great while the one in Henningsvaer was of a lower standard. If you wonder what does it look like to stay in a rorbuer – just a tidy and packed wooden hut (no fish smells…). Dinners at the Krambua restaurant (Reine) and the Fiskekrogen restaurant (Henningsvaer) were good while the ones at the Hattvika lodge (Ballstad) were off the charts excellent, both in atmosphere and quality. Overall a great experience, consisting of breathtaking landscape, great guides and a group of very nice people, all like-minded nature-lovers.

By Benjamin from Haifa | 31 August 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Wonderful walking, great accommodation and a brilliant guide

Trekking the Ridges & Summits of Bulgaria

This is a brilliant trip and offers excellent value for money. The scenery is absolutely stunning and the accommodation used is excellent throughout. The guide (Ivo) is very knowledgeable and his organisation was excellent throughout.

By Adele from Belper | 31 August 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Fantastic Family Fun in a Beautiful Country

Slovenian Family Adventure - Julian Alps

I choose KE adventure holidays because I feel they put together a programme of activities and give you an insight into the country you are visiting that it would be incredibly difficult to put together yourself and this holiday did not disappoint. David and Ales were fantastic guides - kind, supportive, flexible and funny. They were brilliant with the group on the activities, going out of their way to make sure everyone had a great time. Our family's favourites were the white water rafting, mountain biking, high ropes and grass toboggan. I am ashamed to admit I knew very little about Slovenia before I arrived but they imparted so much knowledge on history, music, customs and everything Slovenian .... and it is a truly beautiful country. They also made changes to the itinerary based on the weather, group's ability or our requests, to make sure everyone got the best experience possible during the week. Top marks to David for going above and beyond when he completed a 3 hour round trip to collect my daughter's forgotten bag with all her kit in on our last day!! On a practical note bring cycling shorts if you have them and we didn't need any base layers or special shoes for the white water rafting - it was all provided. We just wore swimming costumes under the kit provided. Also be prepared - everyone challenged themselves on this holiday - we were tired after the activities although incredibly satisfied.

By Deborah from Oxted | 30 August 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

A fantastic trip in a stunning part of Norway

Walking the Wild and Untamed Lofoten Islands

I have always wanted to visit Norway, and this was certainly no disappointment. The scenery is fantastic, with dramatic peaks and fiords nestling alongside colourful little fishing villages. The walking is generally fairly easy, but with a few steep and boggy sections. There was plenty of time for stopping to admire the scenery or take photos. The organisation was first class, and the local leaders were lovely- unfailingly helpful and informative. The accommodation was generally of a high standa rd and the food was also good, although we were offered whale meat on one occasion without warning (luckily they already knew I was vegetarian). I would certainly go back to Norway- just take lots of money if you want to buy any extras, in particular alcohol!

By Adventure from Bristol | 30 August 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hard work, but worth it.

Stok Kangri & the Markha Valley

A visually and physically rewarding trip. At least one previous high altitude trek/ climb would be an advantage to prospective climbers of Stok Kangri. The guide and remainder of the team - very professional, good food, and the horses well cared for.

By Enid from Pretoria | 30 August 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

A fine walking/trekking experience in theCanadian Mountains.

Canadian Summit Scramble

The trip did as was promised; so I stick at some plusses and minuses: + guides were experienced, nice guys + when cooking, they prepared the breakfast/lunch/dinner very well - the walking pace of the youngsters was higher then that of the rest of the group. So the group sometimes broke up to distances more then 100 yards. Something that should not be allowed by the guides because of bear-danger in the wooded parts. You should be prepared that sometimes, like said in the brochure, on certain days the program has to be changed because, like in our case, bush fires and/or bear warnings. That's no problem since our guides found excellent alternative scrambles. Finally you should realize that you are returning almost every night to a town, so don't expect quiet nights in the middle of nowhere, like we were used to have in Nepal or in the Andes. This may sound a bit negative: it was NOT. We liked this trip very much and we even saw a black bear !!

By Frank from Hilversum | 30 August 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Stunning scenery, volcanic eruptions and scrumptious Sicilian cuisine

Island Hopping Active Family Holiday in Sicily, Italy

Our family of 4 (children aged 9 and 11) enjoyed a great week on this activity to the Aeolian Islands of the North Eastern coast of Sicily and climbing Mt Etna. From start to finish it was well organised and led by an excellent local guide (Saro) who made sure everyone enjoyed themselves. We did a number of walks up volcanoes and along spectacular coastlines which were 3-4 hrs in duration and manageable for all. Particular highlights were a sunset boat trip to view lava eruptions from the active volcano on Stromboli, excellent local food and wine and a guided ascent to the top of Mt Etna. There was also plenty of time to relax on the beach and swim in the warm sea. I would highly recommend the trip for adventurous families with kids of a similar age to ours who are okay with hiking.

By Andrew from York | 29 August 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brilliant - especially for late teens/young adults in family

Family Adventures in the Algarve

On behalf of my family I'd like to say just how wonderful our time here was. We all loved every minute of it and we couldn't have ever designed a more perfect break for us. I wasn’t sure quite what to expect when I agreed to go on holiday with my family (including 3 younger brothers) at nearly 21 years old but I can 100% say that it was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I know that very few 17/18+ year olds would ever consider a holiday with their parents (I was definitely in the same boat for a few years) but this place is something else entirely. For the first time in years I was able to entirely forget about exams/university and just relax. The activities, the food, the location… Everything was amazing and the chilled atmosphere allowed me to be a part of both the ‘adult group’ and also to just be a kid again. Jonny, Vio and their team were amazing and I cannot thank them enough for an absolutely fantastic week!

By Kirsten from Loughborough | 29 August 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Great

Traverse of the Jotunheimen

Great trip, fantastic guides, Jakob and Sofie are a great team and have a very easy style as leaders. Weather can and does seem to change every minute of the day so be prepared for anything. Do not under estimate this trip I would rate it above a 7, I've trekked in many countries including Nepal, India, Pakistan, Corsica etc and even though you don't have the higher altitude the daily distances are a lot further in general between 15 -27 km on very rocky paths. Fantastic mountain huts. ....more like a 5 star hotel, great food, hot showers, beds and a very expensive but tasty beer!

By Adventure from Wareham | 27 August 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Memories that will last a lifetime

The Great Southern African Lodge Safari

, I wanted to thank you for the most incredible 3 weeks. My husband, son and I joined the tour which began in Livingstone on 30th July. I don’t know where to start ........ Our guides Phumi and Petros were outstanding in every way: their professionalism, high quality care, knowledge, organisation and enthusiasm were second to none, and I would be grateful if you could pass on our thanks and comments to them once again. The accommodation and the meals provided by the guides were superb. We part icularly enjoyed the tree house accommodation. We loved the opportunity to interact with the local people too. This was made possible especially during the two nights camping on the Okavango Delta and the walks with the San Bushmen. Other highlights included the safari drives, especially in Etosha, and the Chobe River Game Cruise and the sand dunes of Namibia. There was nothing we did not enjoy, and we would not hesitate to recommend your company to others or to use you again in the future.

By David from Lymm | 27 August 2017

The Happiest Team on the Summit ~ Thanks to our guides and our perseverance

Stok Kangri Climb

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By Krisztian from London | 27 August 2017

Simply beautiful ... Markha Valley Trek 2017

The Markha Valley Trek

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By Anthony from HAVERHILL | 27 August 2017

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The Great Southern African Lodge Safari

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By David from Lymm | 27 August 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Huayhuash Heaven

Cordillera Huayhuash Circuit

We had excellent weather but windy at times. There are a few steep downs but the trail is generally in great shape. Campsites are incredibly scenic but usually the campsite has lots of cow, donkey and horse manure. In fact the entire trail is very scenic with snow capped mountains and beautiful lakes everywhere. Nearly all the trail is above the tree line. The food is okay but very salty. Even the fried eggs for breakfast are salty. Most snacks are sweet--either cookies or candy. I recommend bri nging your own snacks. Crew support is wonderful. I highly recommend this trek.

By Linda from Olympia | 26 August 2017

★ ★ ★ ★

Inca Ruins

Choquequirao to Machu Picchu

Nice trek with marvelous Choquequirao ruins, sleeping on Inca terraces at Picha Unuyoc, etc. Weather did not cooperate, but the days with views were great. Guide Daniel was great. Trails at slippery when wet.

By Linda from Olympia | 26 August 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Great Trip with Great Chalange and Views

Ultimate Tour du Mont Blanc

I had a great time during the 10 days walking with the best KE organization and guide

By Ilan from GIVAAT SHMUEL | 26 August 2017

★ ★ ★ ★

Dramatic mountains, and amazing monuments in Samarkand

The Ultimate Fann Mountains Trek

The Fann Mountains have dramatic scenery and beautiful blue lakes. They are well worth visiting despite being fairly hot (most of my cold weather gear never got used) and having quite a few horseflies! The staff were extremely friendly and likeable and we saw few other trekkers. Neil did a first class job of looking after the group and was excellent company as well. Samarkand is hugely impressive (though very hot in August) - and in fact I stayed on to explore more of Uzbekistan.

By Martin from London | 25 August 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Well organised, super fun for all the family

Slovenian Family Adventure - Julian Alps

This was our first time with KE Adventures. The whole holiday, from webchatting, through to booking and then travelling was top notch and all went very smoothly. It made the holiday effort-free (apart from the physical aspect of some of the activities!) and therefore relaxing from start to finish. The Hotel Spik was in a fantastic location in the alps. There's a campsite next to it, with a handy mini-market there, plus a childrens' low ropes course. We upgraded to the 4* rooms, which w ere much more modern, spacious and had a balcony and mini-bar (useful fridge for chilling water bottles and beers!) No tea and coffee facilities though, which was much missed. Maybe take a travel kettle if you like a regular cuppa. We managed to get adjoining rooms for us and our daughter. The food was buffet and plentiful choice. But note, no English breakfast tea at breakfast until the weekends! So if you need a morning cuppa, take your own! Swimming pool area was lovely, great pools and jacuzzi open 9am-9pm, plenty of reclining chairs for all. A nice terrace outside the pool for sunny days. Extra charge for sauna/steam rooms. Charge for towels (we took sporty lightweight towels, easy to dry). Spa treatments rooms on 4th floor - We had a massage on the last day and it was excellent. Drinks in the hotel were reasonable. You can drink the tap water in your room. But they will not provide tap water in the dining room at dinner time. You have to buy bottled water, quite expensive at 2.5euro for 500ml. There is plenty of water at breakfast, ionized and flavoured with citric fruit, lovely. The staff were helpful, English generally good. Our KE guides were great. A little formal and serious to start with (I think that's a Slovenian trait), but they soon got to know us and they were excellent. Their local knowledge was great. Nothing was too much trouble to ask. They were available at all times, even when they had left the hotel they were happy to us to call them if necessary. All the activities were superb and so well organised. The walk direct from the hotel up to see the waterfalls was amazing. Quite challenging in places, but an easy pace. You get to refill your water bottles from a mountain stream pump. The youngest member of our group was 10, and did find this walk quite hard, but still managed a swim in the pool at the end of the day! The white water rafting was our highlight. Exciting, slightly terrifying (I was sitting at the front!), but a fabulous achievement for me especially as I didn't think I would be brave enough to do it! We didn't need base layers, as it was 30 degrees that day. You don't need your own shoes either, you get given a pair of boots, plus sleeveless full length wetsuits and a life jacket and helmet. The water is 12 degrees so pretty fresh. Didn't need warm hats or gloves or waterproof trousers either. We did take waterproof jackets out with us each day, and used them a couple of times as the weather can change very quickly, even in August. All in all a fabulous holiday and we would definately book with KE again.

By Katherine from Fleet | 24 August 2017