Kerala and the Western Ghats
By: Richard Bickersteth, East Sussex
The trip on the rice boat was so relaxing and the day in the wildlife sanctuary was made by being able to track a herd of wild elephants. The camping was good only marred by the monsoon coming earlier than usual; no ones fault. Our cooks excelled themselves and except for one night at a hotel where it was a set menu the food was superb. The scenery was spectacular and much more tropical than expected. Some of the climbs were hard work but gave a sense of achievement. This is our sixth trip with you need I say more?
By: Susan Sands, South Yorkshire, UK
I have really enjoyed
this holiday. It was over forty years ago when I did anything like this and I
wondered if I would be up to the challenge. I was and I am ready for the next
one. Thank you KE.
I enjoyed the trekking
in the Periyar National Park and seeing the elephants in the wild. The guides
were very informed on the local birds and wildlife. The trip on the backwaters
was just perfect to relax after a long delayed flight. Again the boys on the
boat were excellent and served very good food. They even supplied me with binoculars
and a bird book. Anouja our trip leader was excellent. She was very knowledgeable
and informative.
Super holiday can't thank you enough. I may come into the office and
bore you all to death with my enthusiasm!
By: Sally Bickersteth, East Sussex, UK
The rice boats were
exceptional - such a great way to start the holiday - I completely lost track
of time. The walking was fabulous - very remote - and the most stunning views! Why isn't
Kerala better known?
Once again KE. Thank you for organising another great holiday (this is
our 6th KE Adventure). It is very reassuring that we can book our holidays with
you with confidence. We have always found that everything is better than with
other firms - the rice boat was the best company - trekking group was excellent
- guide was fantastic - and if we see other groups (which isn't often) we are
always glad that we booked with you!
By: Patricia Middleton, Devon, UK
The local trekking guides and staff were all really welcoming, friendly and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble for them and they made that part of the trip really pleasant.Food hygiene was of a very high standard and the food was varied and plentiful.The holiday provided a wide and varied experience of Kerala. The standard of hotel accommodation was generally excellent, the transport arrangements always ran smoothly and our coach driver was particularly note-worthy - easily inspiring confidence in his excellent driving on what were often busy town or tortuous mountain roads. For us, the holiday "ticked all the boxes" as it delivered exactly what was described in the trip notes/itinerary. It was our first trip to India and it provided us with many happy memories.It exceeded my expectations, though having been with K E for the "Arctic Wilderness Experience" to Finland a few years ago which was also excellent, I was expecting a similar high standard and was not disappointed. I would happily travel with KE again and would recommend the company unreservedly.
By: Pat Taylor, London, UK
I enjoyed the holiday very much. The trekking group were also excellent and always very eager to please. Surprisingly I enjoyed the drives between the different places as it gave a feel of the country. The programme was interesting and varied. I enjoyed time on the house boat and the first hotel was delightful.
