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★ ★ ★ ★ ★

A brilliant family holiday!

Island Hopping Active Family Holiday in Sicily, Italy

A great trip, the first time for 10 and 12 year old boys on such an expedition. Set up perfectly on Day 1 with a hike up to the top of Mount Vulcana, brilliant boat trip and walk around Stromboli (saw 3 lava eruptions from the boat) and the hike to the top of Etna was simply amazing. The sea swimming was perfect and plenty of chances to cool down in the beautiful warm waters of the Med. Quite chilly at the top of Etna, fleeces were very much needed. Pack light if at all possible as there are a c ouple of transfers where you need to carry baggage quite a distance. Overall, a simply fantastic trip.

By Adventure from Cirencester | 04 September 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

The most spectacular and best Andean trek for those with time constraints.

Ausangate Circuit and Machu Picchu

We have hiked extensively in the past 11 years around the world's mountainous regions - European alps (France/Italy/Austria/Switzerland/Slovenia), USA Rockies and Sierra Nevada, Canadian Rockies, New Zealand, Patagonia, Annapurna Circuit Nepal and this year Peru - Huayhuash, Santa Cruze/Ulta and Ausangate. Without doubt this Ausangate Trek is truly spectacular and rates as one of the top 4 places we have been. The big deal is that the trek, although high altitude, is "accessible", doesn't take too long (8 nights and shorter and less difficult than the Huayhuash trek), and it's uncrowded and allows the most close-up views of 6000m peaks we have ever come across. Just stunning! If you like mountain vistas - don't waste your time on busy Inca trails to Machu Picchu. Also I'd recommend this one above Mt Kilimanjaro. It's much better "bang for your money". The mountainous and epic valley landscape views are better than the featureless and distant flat horizon seen from the summit of Mt Kilimanjaro.

By Trevor from Brisbane | 04 September 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Jam-packed, unforgettable experience

Thailand Bamboo and Buddhas Family Adventure

There's so much one could write about our Thailand experience, it's really hard to know where to begin. The whole family (two adults, one 14-yo girl, one 11y boy) loved it! I think it definitely helped that we were lucky to travel alongside many other like-minded people, we all got along tremendously and had a lot of fun, with adults generally travelling together, ditto for the kids. Our guide (known affectionately as 'Nok') was brilliant, like Google on legs, the depth of he r local knowledge about all things Thai was boundless, and her attention to detail and energy levels helped ensure everything went like clock-work (no small feat when in charge of about 16 people!). The heat was fine, the jungle trek was perfectly do-able, and we barely registered any mosquitoes during our entire stay. Three things I would suggest altering: the bamboo raft journey was definitely too long at 3 hours straight; we needed some stops en route, and/or cushions, it was so uncomfortable by the end (also, remember to advise participants to wear water gear)! Secondly - laundry: no matter how carefully everyone packed (and I know I personally brought too much gear), we still all ended up having to book in an unscheduled visit to the launderette once we all returned to Bangkok after the 3-day jungle trek. Add one to future itineraries! And finally, the 7-Tiered Waterfall visit; it was a beautiful location, and I recall on the day we all wanted to stay longer than we were able to, but time ran out and we were forced to exit a lot sooner than we wanted to; bake some more time in to the travel itinerary to enjoy it ! Small quibbles all told. Book it, you won't regret it. PS We added on a 4-day extension to Ko Samed island; this was amazing, if you can do likewise I'd recommended it, especially after travelling so much, it was fantastic to just chill out, swim, have numerous massages, do some para-sailing, enjoy the fine dining etc.

By Gavin from Enfield | 04 September 2017

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Amazing scenery, good food and good weather too!

Classic Laugavegur Trail Trek

One of our best adventures yet, though we were very lucky with the weather! Only moderately demanding in terms of effort, the rewards in terms of scenery and discoveries were out of all proportion to the work required to get there. The surroundings are unlike anything we have yet encountered - geysirs and volcanoes - and will definitely be getting a return visit. The food on the trek was plentiful and delicious, but be prepared to do some of the cooking yourself - and lots of washing up! This re ally helped bond the group together and generated a bit of competition between certain group members from which we all benefited. Notes for others - Iceland is expensive, even for the locals so don't be surprised when you look at restaurant menus. Guest houses often have facilities so you can cook your own food and save money. Also beware the cost of excursions, especially the Golden Circle. It can be much cheaper and quicker to rent a car and drive yourself. Driving in Iceland is not difficult - but if you stray off the road the consequences can be on the severe side.

By John from NOTTINGHAM | 03 September 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Enjoy the family challenge with sweat, indian colors and spicy food

Indian Himalaya Teenage Trek, Family Adventure

This trip is a grand combination of a challenging (but doable!) trek for families combined with a dip in buddhist culture in Ladhak as well as Mogul/muslin history in Agra including the splendid Taj Mahal. Our children (11, 13 J) enjoyed the company of the two other families as well as the cricket playing sherpas. Their highlight was the white water rafting tour in indus river. The design of the tour starting at over 3000 m including the preparation for the trek was very well fitting the the nee ds of families. We saw several great buddhist monasteries but also visited a school for Tibetan refuge children. Food remained Indian spicy but our cooking team indulge us with Indian-continental delights. Agra and Taj Mahal were full of most impressing historical and cultural information (more for the grown ups), but the kids enjoyed taking picture and dipping in the refreshing hotel pool. Thank you for the memorable tour and especially our excellent sherpa Uden in Lee.

By Alexander from Wuerzburg | 03 September 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

A satisfying climb

Mount Triglav Weekend - Slovenia

A great long weekend trip, organised well by KE and their partner operator. Hotel Astoria was a good quality hotel, and perfectly situated in Bled for a pre- or post-climb exploration of the town and its lake (lake swim highly recommended if good weather). This was a lot of ascent and descent (walking poles very helpful) within the two days of walking, but the feeling of being in the middle (top) of the mountains, and the views and satisfaction of reaching the summit made up for some sore muscle s! An excellent group, two great guides (thanks Primoz for the photos you took of us) and a brilliant weekend trip to explore some of Slovenia's beautiful offerings. Highly recommended.

By Sophie from Dorking | 02 September 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Magical place.....and this trip does not disappoint

Walking the Wild and Untamed Lofoten Islands

I don't think the Lofoten Islands could ever disappoint.....stunning landscape, friendly people, bird life, seafood. It's Norway so it was always going to be expensive but the welcome and the quality of the food and accommodation in Hamnoy and Hattvika made me feel like a special guest. To share the week with friends old and new, with a particularly entertaining pair of guides really topped it off. Prepare for boggy paths...there is a bit of slipping and sliding along the way. I recomm end extending the trip...we had an extra day in Svolvaer, a few days on Hurtigruten and extra nights in Bergen and Trondheim but it has still left me wanting more...can'tdecide whether to go back for another summer trip or see what it holds in winter! I'd recommend a book called Explore Lofoten by Kristin Folsland Olsen but I'm haven't found it outside Norway yet.

By Kathryn from Inverness | 02 September 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Great trekking adventure with excellent guide Hubert

High Tatras Trekking - The Carpathian Mountains

Long trekking days with beautiful scenery and our guide was excellent (Hubert)

By Lisa from Portland | 01 September 2017

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Grueling hike, but well worth it!

K2 and Concordia

Good trip. Tough slog all the way. I don't know the trip could be improved. Jose was a terrific leader. The weather cooperated.

By Mark from Woodinville | 01 September 2017

En Route to SK !

Stok Kangri & the Markha Valley

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By Martin from Scunthorpe | 01 September 2017

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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

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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