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Rewarding trip especially if interested in remote monasteries
Shey Gompa and Inner Dolpo
I joined this tour in Oct 2015 to see Phuksundo Lake and in particular to visit the remote monasteries. The tour was most rewarding. Tour leader Ben Walker was an experienced mountain guide. He was fun to travel with and share stories. He had a wealth of experience. Everything went smoothly, but if it didn't, I'm sure Ben would have known what to do. Sirdar Sonam was very familiar with the route, having lead many tours there. He was a gentle man, very friendly, and spoke good English. He was very sensitive to our needs or concerns, and would take action on even a passing comment. The staff clearly respected him and was very efficient. Sonam was assisted by three Sherpas, two highly experienced and one rookie. They didn't speak much English, but were friendly and looked after us very well on the trail. As on all these trips, the cooking crew worked very hard. The meals were adequate, nothing special except for the pizzas which were the best I've had on any trek. At lunch, fried spam was on four day rotation. Makes me gag. After the second time, I got wise, asked the server for a veg plate on those occasions, and received a slice of tasty cheese in place of the spam. Problem solved. I gathered Sonam, the Sherpas, and cooking crew are a team that regularly work together. The muleteers, however, were local lads. They had a really hard job to load and unload the mules, and feed them. I was very impressed by one lad, when we faced an unexpected stream crossing (bridge washed out since last season), who did not hesitate to stand barefooted in the fast-moving icy water for 15-20 minutes to help us across. Several of us clients crossed in boots. Boots off for me and most others. The outfitting was wholly inadequate, I am sorry to report. These were Ozark tents, probably knock offs, which had been repaired (per Sirdar). The replacement zips were suitable for trousers, not tents. So our problems were continuous. Candlewax, swapping tents, using the ventilation door instead of the regular door. Alas. Also the tent floors were dished. I am short and just about fit. Taller clients slept diagonally. This was an expensive trip, but it did seem that profit came before both safety and comfort. The tour grading of strenuous is appropriate, if for no other reason than the Kangla pass. The ascent was relentlessly steep, and the descent was through ice and scree. The other 5000m passes, Sheyla and Jangla, were ordinary on the up and down. I would further describe the tour as winter camping, because half the mornings, there was ice in my water bottle. During two nights it snowed maybe 4-5cm (in Tokyu and first camp on Tarap Khola). Dolpa is sparely populated. There was relatively little village life to see. If your primary interest is village life with monasteries coming second, I recommend Manaslu Circuit hands down. If your main interest is monasteries and remote trekking, this tour will not disappoint. Enjoy !!
By Anthony from HAVERHILL | 30 May 2016

KE Adventure reply

Thank you for your review. We are pleased that you had such a rewarding trip to the remote region of Upper Dolpo beyond Phoksumdo Lake and that you were looked after well by Ben and our local staff. We are sorry to hear you had problems with your tent. The Ozark tents we use for this trip are also used by High Altitude Mountaineering expeditions. In the dry dusty climate of Dolpo, all tent zips can stick occasionally and the crew are usually adept at solving this problem. We do continuously check and replace our tent stock in Nepal and we have communicated your feedback to our store manager. If the tent is faulty it will be taken out of service.

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Shey Gompa and Inner Dolpo

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By Anthony from HAVERHILL | 30 May 2016
a great trip with a great team
Annapurna Sanctuary and Poon Hill Trek

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By Andrew from ST. ANDREWS | 27 May 2016
The Perfect Holiday
Levada Trails and Peaks of Madeira

By Kathleen from Southampton | 27 May 2016
The Perfect Holiday (also a challenge!)
Levada Trails and Peaks of Madeira

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By Kathleen from Southampton | 27 May 2016
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
A Mary Poppins experience - perfect in every way!
Levada Trails and Peaks of Madeira
This was my first trip with KE and my first time in Madeira. What a combination - the perfect holiday in every way. Communications and the booking process worked like a dream. All the information I needed was sent in good time, and in clear, precise format. On arrival in Funchal I was whisked away to the hotel with clear instructions of what would happen next. I met the other members of the group, and the star of the show, our guide Roberto. I could write a book extolling his virtues, but in a r educed version, he constantly kept the safety of the group members as his number one priority. He quickly assessed the capabilities of individual group members and tailored the walks to ensure everyone found it both manageable and challenging. His local knowledge was incredible, ranging through history and culture, politics, cuisine, flora and fauna, geology .... I could go on. Suffice to say that he kept us thoroughly informed and happily answered all of our questions with a quick wit and approachable, entertaining manner. Nothing was too much trouble for him, and if he is an example of the standards which KE demand of their local guides, I can safely say I would not hesitate to make another booking. In fact I have already done so, on the Juniper Trust Nepal Trek in November 2016. The standard of hotels was excellent, rooms were clean and comfortable, and the amazing food was locally sourced and traditionally prepared. The packed lunches were to die for - so imaginative and beautifully prepared. No cheese and pickle sandwiches here!! The walks were varied and interesting, and in some places very challenging with lots of steep gradients, tunnels and narrow rocky paths. Exciting stuff! Our transport was using local taxi firms who obviously took safety, cleanliness, efficiency and friendliness seriously. Travel arrangements home went equally smoothly, with airport transfer efficiently on time and a charming driver. Even the weather was kind to us, with sunshine every day. All in all, a perfect holiday which I would recommend to anyone, and which I am longing to sample again.
By Kathleen from Southampton | 25 May 2016
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
wonderful!
The Pyrenees on Foot Walking Holiday
We had a great time. It was cushy compared to some of the treks we've done, since one is staying in a hotel, the same one, the whole week. Nothing against those other treks, but it was quite nice not to be in a tent! The hikes were very well chosen, taking into account late snow. Our guide, Cyrille, was knowledgeable, nice, funny, and sweet. He spoke excellent English and, of course, French. Aside from us two from Canada (we have some French but, in all honesty, we functionally speak just English) and a couple from Russia (Russian and English, but no French) everybody else was from France. Although some were completely fluent in English, not everybody was, so we got the dual-language coverage from Cyrille--it was great! If I could have done that for a few more weeks, my French would be a lot less pathetic!
(First time on a KE trek with no Brits. Hmmmm...)
Anyhow, people were really nice. We were staying in Toulouse after the week of trekking, and one of our trekmates lives there, so she showed us around one afternoon. How kind!
The hotel was fine, and the cook was excellent. He handled my vegetarianism with aplomb. Not sure how he'd have done if I were vegan. I think it might be impossible to be vegan in France :-)
The hiking really is beautiful--varied landscapes and lots of history. I'll try to post some pics. I highly recommend the trip. The rating is right. Though there were some ascents that felt like work, there was nothing that would push it out of the 4-range.
By Jillian from PORT MOODY | 21 May 2016
★ ★ ★ ★
Fantastic holiday
Namibia Highlights Lodge Safari

First of all, apologies for not getting around to doing this before, I completely forgot! This was a great holiday, from vibrant Cape Town to the wilds of the Namibian desert.

By Richard from Aboyne | 20 May 2016
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Fantastic, fun, beautiful trip with an amazing guide! (Emma)
Verdon Gorge - Europe's Grand Canyon

This trip was even more than I'd hoped for! I loved that it was "inn to inn" so that I only had a day pack and got to sleep in a bed! The little villages we stayed in were pretty and interesting. The hike

By Elizabeth from Chapel Hill | 19 May 2016
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Superb trip, beautiful country, friendly people, lovely food and fantastic guide
Walking Croatia's Coast and Islands

This trip consisted of myself and two close friends so felt like a private trip. The country was fantastic, the weather just warm enough and the scenery amazing. Darko our guide was brilliant and nothing was too much trouble for him. As there was only the three of us we stayed in very small hotels of an excellent standard. The food was lovely, lots of fresh fish and veg. Recommend that you try the strawberries, they are delicious. A lovey trip

By Christine from WHITEHAVEN | 18 May 2016
★ ★ ★ ★
Just about perfect
The Ultimate Everest Trek
The organization and care shown by Prem, our KE group leader on the trek, was top class. The local guides however were poor but Prem went above and beyond to ensure they did not affect our enjoyment too much. None of the group suffered from altitude sickness. This was due to taking Diamox from Namche onwards on our outbound journey, and to the planned days off for acclimatization purposes. Take wet wipes for when the toilets/washing facilities are poor and something to do in the many afternoon h ours when trekking has stopped. DO NOT USE TURKISH AIRLINES - they cancelled my manchester/Istanbul flight and then Istanbul/Manchester without compensation and causing untold problems for me. KE (or more likely local agent) chose the best accommodation available on the whole. This trip is real value for money.
By Peter from HALIFAX | 17 May 2016

KE Adventure reply

Thank you for your review of your Ultimate Everest trip with KE. It's great to hear that the trip was 'just about perfect'. We were sorry to learn of the problem with the flights you booked for the holiday. For UK citizens, we recommend taking a flight inclusive package from KE so we can look after you all the way, including your journey out and back.

★ ★ ★ ★
Excedllent apart from weather first week and tea houae at Debouche.
Everest Yeti Trail Luxury Lodge Trek
Guide (Milan), sirdar (Nadee) and helpers (2 sherpas) very good. Yeti Montain Homes excellent: would never use tea houses in Nepal again. Sadly couldn't go to Kongde and replacement accommodation at Debouche nowhere near that standard. Had to ask for flask of boiled water in room and for toilet paper. These were apparently chargeable but Nadee sorted everything out. Electric blankets seemed a recently added feature and wires were trailing dangerously over the floor. Needed head torches. Plu g sockets were amazing and seemed to take any sort of plug: 2 or 3 pin.
By Adventure from COMBERBACH | 17 May 2016

KE Adventure reply

We are pleased you thought the Yeti Mountain Homes were excellent. They are something special and most people do not expect to find such surprisingly well appointed and comfortable accommodation high in the Himalaya, several days walk from the nearest road. As we informed your group prior to departure, the Kongde Yeti Mountain Home suffered some damage during the Spring 2015 earthquake and so for this night, the group was accommodated in the best alternative lodge in Debouche. You are right that these 'tea-houses' - where an electric blanket is the height of luxury - seem quite rustic by comparison. We expect to be able to return to Kongde next season.

Demanding but totally rewarding, one trip not to miss.
The Inca Trail and Beyond

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By Martin from TOTANA | 16 May 2016
Demanding but totally rewarding, one trip not to miss.
The Inca Trail and Beyond

By Martin from TOTANA | 16 May 2016
Walking the Marble Ridge
Trekking the Ridges & Summits of Bulgaria

By John from Colwyn Bay | 16 May 2016
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Demanding but totally rewarding, one trip not to miss.
The Inca Trail and Beyond
We are two very active outdoor enthusiasts, the trip was booked to give us a challenge in a new country, it did just that. The height gain was difficult for most, me included, underfoot conditions were good, pre Inca trail section was remote but this in itself made this trip so good, no crowds here, just mountains of great stature. On reaching the Inca Trail the crowds arrived too, but this was not a problem and only added to the whole atmosphere. On reaching Machu Picchu this was a totally emot ional experience for 4 tired happy Trekkers. Anyone thinking of booking this trip should go and do so, arrive fit, prepared to experience Altitude related conditions, walk light,use poles, be prepared to snap away on phone or camera, take back up batteries, little chance of recharging during the trip.
By Martin from TOTANA | 15 May 2016
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Best ever
Annapurna Sanctuary and Poon Hill Trek

I chose KE on my daughter's recommendation, she said that the KE team were so helpful and friendly.

I have to agree, this was by far one of the best treks I have been on. The organisation from start to finish was first class, full marks to Kami our guide and his team.

The KE team could not have been more helpful or efficient, I enjoyed the experience so much I am off to Peru end of June.

Here's looking at next year

By Andrew from ST. ANDREWS | 13 May 2016
we made it pictured left to right Don,Ranald, Jane , Andrew, Susan and Malcolm
Annapurna Sanctuary and Poon Hill Trek

By Andrew from ST. ANDREWS | 13 May 2016
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Interesting and enjoyable walking holiday in Crete
Walking the White Mountains of Crete
Booking procedures prior to holiday were good and clear.
Check list of items to take relevant (do take waterproofs since it did rain and warm items for the mountains since it was cold for us on Pachnes, even though there was no snow).
Hotels/rooms were good. Food tasty and enough. The odd muesli bar worth taking but often provided when needed.
Walking mainly on paths but some were rough. I come from Scotland so am used to stony paths/rough descents. Day along the coast w as lovely with the sound of the sea. Gorges were very impressive. Both mountain days were interesting, Gingilos was warm but Pachnes cold at the summit. Our Guide was excellent and knowledgeable on plants.
The sea was too rough one day so we had a day without luggage, carrying the essentials extras for overnight. None of the group minded this (or carried much extra)!
Overall a super holiday with some mixed weather (for Crete) though we never got really wet.
By Mary from Glasgow | 10 May 2016
Welcome to Nepal
Pokhara to Kathmandu Mountain Biking

By George from Newton | 10 May 2016
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