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Sri Lanka - Island Explorer, Family Adventure
Sri Lanka Family Island Explorer

Gayan really made the trip special for us. His patience, kindness, humour and incredible knowledge about the local wildlife was much appreciated. We felt very fortunate that we had him as our guide and would definitely recommend him.

By Lisa from Exeter | 08 August 2024
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Family Adventure Slovenia
Slovenian Family Adventure - Julian Alps

Fantastic customer service from booking to a fabulous holiday with great guides, all went exceptionally well and great value for money. Masa and Hana were great, very informative and fun to spend a week with.

By Darren from Ilkley | 08 August 2024
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East Bernese Oberland July 2024
Bernese Oberland Haute Route - East
If, like us, you are lucky enough to get near perfect weather and snow conditions then this could be the trip of a lifetime. The scenery is stunning and for the last four days there is a real sense that you are traversing a remote glacial wilderness. There were only four of us on this trip, which was ideal, and our guide was great. All of the mountain huts were good, but the best welcome and food was at the Hollandia Hut, which we had to ourselves. It is worth noting that this trip should have ... started with an ascent to the Mutthornhutte, descending the following day to Fafleralp. However, the hut is closed while they build a replacement and will not be open until at least 2026. As an alternative, we stayed at the Lotschenpass Hut, which meant that there was little time spent on a glacier the first day and none the second day. However, the descent to Fafleralp was enjoyable, with great alpine flowers, marmots and good views. This trip is tough, with four days involving considerable ascent at altitude. We found the individual days harder than the Haute Route, but more rewarding, with a greater sense of remoteness. The other point in its favour is that it is quiet. We saw hardly anyone on the glaciers and nobody else on the Abeni Flue. Had we been able to stay at the Mutthornhutte this would have been a 5-star review.
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By Nigel from Wales | 08 August 2024
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Wonderful holiday
Family Adventures in the Algarve
Our two experiences so far (Camels on the beach and Family Adventures in the Algarve) have been excellent and as advertised. We had a wonderful holiday on Jonathan and Violetta's beautiful, remote farm in Portugal. The logistics were smooth, the welcome warm, the accommodation charming and well-suited to a family. Violet's warmth and fantastic cooking (with enough dishes to suit all tastes) made everyone feel at home and cared for, and Jonny's skill as a tour leader ensured an excitable gang of ... children were managed, challenged and supported in equal measure, so everyone had fun safely and learned about the activities we undertook. The group gelled well, despite differences in age, ability, nationality and language - largely due to the wide range of fun things to do on the farm (table tennis, rope swing, board games, exploring, climbing wall) and the diligence of the several volunteers and guides. The description on the website doesn't do justice to the fun they brought to the trip, often entertaining the children while the adults chilled with a drink on the beautiful big balcony or in the many hammocks and swing chairs dotted round the garden. We all came home relaxed, well-fed, tired and happy, with new skills and confidence and a range of new friends across Europe. Thanks you, Jonny and Vio (and Dylan, Leo, Alex and Charlotte)!
By Sarah from Oxford | 07 August 2024
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Varied Trekking in a Beautiful Area
Trekking Austria's Dachstein Circuit
Our family of three (youngest member 12) had a tiring but rewarding experience over the course of this holiday which we undertook in July/August.

It was easy to get to the start point from Salzburg airport using Austria’s excellent public transport. The walking each day was well signposted and pretty easy to follow using the guide we had been sent. KE’s supplementary notes were useful for alternatives in case of bad weather or if you wanted to shorten a day.

The walking starts high
... up and we enjoyed our nights in the Alpine huts. The walking was quite long over the first couple of days but the scenery was stunning. The first day was very hot whilst the second was a little wet and cloudy. These days felt like high mountain days.

We had a nice hotel for our first rest day and made use of the sauna and the pool. Our son really enjoyed walking across the Dachstein glacier when we resumed the trek and the limestone plateau thereafter was very interesting. Fortunately the early morning cloud lifted on the glacier day. Poor weather would have made navigating this stage quite tricky.

After a couple of nights in mountain huts/hotels we were glad to get cleaned up in a hotel in Bad Mitterndorf.

From here the tour entered passed through some lower terrain but remained spectacular and it provided time for cave exploration and a more relaxed day before arriving in busy yet photogenic Hallstatt.

Slightly sadly our rest day didn’t have the best weather and we got no views from the top of the cable car which was a shame as we weren’t able to experience the Five Finger viewing platform but that is the mountains for you! We did really enjoy the tour of the ice caves at the middle station which were the first we’d ever seen.

Some lakeside walking followed before the biggest ascent of the holiday to the final and very welcoming hut.

We spent some time exploring the Gosausee before returning to the starting hotel and had a few days in Salzburg to round things off.

Overall we enjoyed the accommodation, food and walking over the course of the trip. There are some tiring days but that’s what we wanted and I think my waistline decreased a little but there were often ways to shorten days if you wanted to on the amazing public transport. A great trip and quality time together with few modern distractions.
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By James from Clitheroe | 05 August 2024
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Excellent itinerary.
Italian Summit Climber

Very well organised with good hotels, great huts and of course, a brilliant guide in Stefano a complete legend. Gracious, patient and enthusiastic. We hope to tour the mountains with him again in future.

By James from London | 04 August 2024
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Classic Laugavegur Trail Trek
Classic Laugavegur Trail Trek
The volcanic scenery and geothermal activity simply breathtaking. Everything ran very smoothly and good communication. The icelandic guide was very good throughout. He worked hard to ensure we all were safe and set a suitable pace. He was very knowledgeable and this made the trip very interesting. He really went the extra mile from early morning until late evening. 5 stars. Iceland as a country is very sustainability and environmentally conscious, this was reinforced by our leader. And I am ... pleased that the KE ethos was evident in the use of communal transport and leave no trace for example.
By David from Chesterfield | 01 August 2024
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Vic Falls to Cape Town
Victoria Falls to Cape Town
All the tour leaders helped to give me the best trip of my life. If it is possible I would like my tour leaders managers to be informed also that I was very happy and grateful for their manner in which they conducted the trip. Bradley in particular had a lot of knowledge about what we were seeing, African politics and his great sense of humour and enthusiasm really created an exciting environment. Bradley made sure that the mixed ability’s of the group were catered for and his cooking was ... first rate. The guys also were super efficient at setting up camp , preparing food etc even at the end of long days. As a result of this I would definitely recommend this trip to others on the back particularly of the tour leader’s performance.
By Liz from Manchester | 30 July 2024
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Walking in the Balkan Borderlands
Walking in the Balkan Borderlands

This was an unusual trek that would be hard to put together as an individual, so KE definitely added value. Niti was a real character who seemed to embody the history of his people. I learned far more from him than any guide book about how it was to be a Kosovan/Albanian.

By James from Bath | 30 July 2024
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Stunning Tajikistan scenery
The Ultimate Fann Mountains Trek
The best scenery I've witnessed on all my trips so far! Stunning lakes along the whole trek, beautiful camping spots each night, friendly support crew, tasty and plentiful food (no need to take your own snacks), welcoming local people en route offering tea and snacks. At the end of the day's trekking, take a small stroll or sit and admire the great surroundings at camp listening to a babbling brook!
Dushanbe and Samarkand either side of the trek are wonderful cities, although very hot in the
... summer so be prepared.
Tips - take your own camping mat as you do camp on hard ground a couple of nights, temperature does drop when the sun goes down but no need for gloves or hat, we were provided with water filter bottles to fill up from glacial streams along the trek.
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By Matthew from UK | 30 July 2024
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Unbelievably stunning location
Icefjords and Remote Villages of East Greenland
From the moment you fly into Kulusuk, you know you are in for something special. I just can't describe how utterly amazing East Greenland is. It may have taken me over 30 hours of flying time to get there, but I would do it all over again. Sitting on the rocky shores of Sermilik fiord under a midnight sun watching the ice filled fiords, climbing beautiful peaks with views in every direction of immense peaks rising out of ice filled waters, sitting in a warm hut in the evenings watching the ... local village life , I just can't describe how this place is just an amazing experience. What a joy to be in place away from crowded tourist areas and in an environment that is raw and real and stunning. Thanks to Tom the guide for letting us faster walkers off the leash to explore more. This trip for an older guy, is possibly the best I have ever done, and I've explored some pretty remote and cool areas.
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By Dion from New Zealand | 30 July 2024
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Challenging and rewarding trip!
Victoria Falls to Cape Town

Cycling and camping in Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia and South Africa was an immersive experience. You really get to absorb the environment and get a strong introduction to the culture and day to day life.

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By Barb from Florida, USA | 29 July 2024
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Every aspect of my trip was considered, organised and carried out with professionalism.
Kilimanjaro Lemosho Route

Onex is very experienced, patient, encouraging and a pleasant character to spend 8 days with. He made me feel very safe each day of trek and built my confidence as the days went by so that I fully believed I would summit before we set off from Base Camp. I had an amazing time with Onex and the team and would recommend them to anyone with a similar interest to myself.

By Anne from West Lothian | 26 July 2024
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Excellent trip but be aware
Walking South Africa
Our expectations were met fully. We saw lots of wildlife, the walks were good, we learned a lot about the flora, fauna, history and politics of South Africa. It was a good mix of walking and game viewing. All in all, an excellent trip. I recommend it.
Two caveats though. First, we travelled in July which is midwinter in SA. When the sun was out then T-shirt, shorts and lots of water when walking were appropriate. But when the sun went down it was bitterly cold and South African homes and
... accommodation are designed and built for hot weather. We bought insulated jackets on the third day otherwise we'd have had a miserable time.
Second, although KE classifies the trip as "leisurely", some of the walks are described by KEs local partner as "challenging". They were within our capabilities, but don't expect a stroll in the park.
By John from Lancaster | 25 July 2024
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This is an exciting and challenging trip.
4000m Peaks of Morocco

We stayed in some breath taking camping spots, ate amazing food, learnt about the lives of the local villagers and climbed awe inspiring peaks. This is a trip that will last with me a lifetime.

By Nicola from Bedfordshire | 24 July 2024
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Triglav
Across the Julian Alps to Triglav

This is an amazing trip , the people were great, the weather was great, the guides (David and Masa) were brilliant, the hiking was hard but the views were outstanding, if you’re into hiking this trip is must, thanks KE for this amazing adventure.

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By Steven from Cumbria | 22 July 2024
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Magical mountains & Berber Culture
4000m Peaks of Morocco
This was a truly magical experience. Being lead through the mountains and quaint Berber villages, Lahcen our guide, was able to explain the way of life here. Although the distances seemed short, the walking was challenging with uneven terrain and big ascents and descents each day. I thought the days walking had been planned perfectly, having afternoons to relax in camp after a few long days. Simple camping in remote hidden locations, always excited to see where camp was set up the next ... evening. Lahcen was always happy to answer our questions about the area, both fun and professional and very caring when help was needed. Meals were always freshly prepared by the chef, and very tasty with fresh bread and plenty of tea.
Our trip was in July, and I only slept with a sleeping bag on 2 occasions, as it was still very warm in the evenings. I could have taken a lot less clothes as we could wash them through and they'd be dry by the morning. Also less warm clothes, but gloves for Mt Toubkal would have been great! The sleeping mat was very comfortable, and a thermarest was not necessary. But I'd say trekking poles are a must.
A couple of highlights; swimming in Lake Ifni, freshly squeezed orange juice along the way and watching the mountains illuminate as the sun rose after an early morning start.
I'd recommend this trek for anyone who wants to escape a busy life, and enjoy being cut off from the world and immersed in a cultural walking experience, enjoying the simple things in life. Lahcen and the team, made this trek magical, and when at times the challenge of making the 4000 peaks seemed too daunting, encouragement and a hand were always available!
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By Sarah from UK | 21 July 2024
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Picos de Europa
Traverse of the Picos de Europa

Professional in every way and a lot of credit must go to the guide who went above and beyond for his clients. Having been on several guided trips with other providers I have never come across a guide who was as professional and friendly as Bruno. Please make sure you keep this rare guide for future trips to the Picos as he is a gem.

By Brendan from Kilkenny | 15 July 2024
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Peaks and Passes of the Nubra Valley
Peaks and Passes of the Nubra Valley

Our guide Pekma was exceptional. Well organised. Respected. Very good interpersonal skills.

By Hayden from UK | 11 July 2024
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A wonderful experience
Peaks and Passes of the Nubra Valley

This was my first Himalayan trek and it was perfect as everything ran like clockwork and PeckMa and all the support staff were faultless.

By Alex from Dunbartonshire | 11 July 2024
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