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A wonderful week (mostly) above the clouds
Traverse of the Picos de Europa

A wonderful area, very dramatic and beautiful. Our guide Rosana was excellent - knowledgeable, extremely professional and fantastic company. We were lucky to spend several days above the clouds, which only added to the sense of peace and isolation you feel in the high Picos. Highly recommended.

By Keith from London | 01 September 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Anything But Accursed... Simply Amazing
Walking in the Balkan Borderlands
I have travelled with KE on several trips before - all wonderful, and have also had a couple booked I was really looking forward to, but which were cancelled for reasons well beyond KE's control. I think it takes three things to really make a trip for me: rich history and landscape, with beauty and physical challenge; good company; and a great guide, who can enable (and explain) things you just couldn't access that easily on your own. This time we had all three in spades. As an histori an, seeing KFOR still guarding ancient monasteries, and staying with those who'd witnessed the war up close and personal in the Rugova mountains was... well, I don't really know the word... Moving? Privileged? Definitely an honour. In the remoter parts of Kosovo and Albania particularly, we met such welcoming people, all so clearly proud to share the delights of their countries with us. Then there was the company of my fellow walkers: I could hardly put one foot in front of the other some days I was laughing so hard. Like-minded people, up for discussion of all sorts, and equally alive to the alpine flowers, butterflies, shepherd dogs, and the joy of pivo at the end of a long, hot day's hiking. The group looked out for each other and the chat was constant, by equal measures hilarious, uplifting and stimulating. Finally, our guide, Niti. After about 24 hours I realised that his 'gentleman' act (only two of us were women), carrying my bag door to door for every move, was because he'd actually read the trip notes, where I'd briefly mentioned a back problem from last October. I don't know why I was so surprised that he'd read the detail in the notes, but beyond this Niti was also very discrete as to why and how he was looking out for me; so much so that the others had no idea whither the princess treatment - their attempts to become equally favoured evolving into another beautiful ongoing joke, given their sheer futility. There was a point descending into Albania where the sight of a monster truck transport (an Austrian Steyr-Puch Pinzgauer, I think) made me fear my back was in all probability toast. However, I was quietly offered the option of being ushered upfront, to continue my regal progress in upholstered heaven... Indeed, Niti looked after all of us, keeping a group of varying abilities together rather like an indefatigable collie, no doubt hiking twice if not three times the distance in the process. He even carried our daysacks himself, if needed. He also knew all our hosts and directors of museums, churches, archeological digs, national parks, cheese makers and blueberry pickers - whoever could enrich the trip, we seemed to meet them. On top of this, Niti has a fantastic sense of humour 24/7, which is everything when the peaks and sun are high. The Accursed Mountains are simply amongst some of the most beautiful places I've seen, and I couldn't have wished to witness it with a better crew or guide. I still miss them - it was so packed with vistas and experiences it felt like a month rather than a week. Thank you KE, The Republics of Yorkshire and Lancashire, and Arianit Mula.
By Joanna from Cheltenham | 31 August 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
An exciting wildlife experience in fantastic scenery
Wild Costa Rica and Panama
The trip certainly exceeded expectations. It is a full itinerary but the travel orgainsation was well managed it went like clockwork, which really added to the enjoyment. We saw so much wildlife on the tours through the national parks either on foot or by boat. On the water in the boats we saw crocodiles (relatively small thank goodness), monkeys, all manner of birds (Osprey, hawks, vultures, herons, toucans, to name just a small selection), as well as hump back whales and dolphins, which swan u nder the boat. There were a couple of snorkeling trips, which again provided a good chance to see a huge variety of species including rays and a nurse shark. The land based walks took us through both jungle and rain forest with such fantastic plants and trees, plus a few thing that you would need to keep your hands away from! There is a range of accommodation which is just right for the trip - small hotels / lodges / bungalows - with everything you needed. Our guide Gabriel was an absolute star. He had an encyclopedic knowledge of the animals, birds and plants and oozed enthusiasm for them all. He was able to spot things high up in the trees that we would have all missed. As such he was able to pick out so many creatures and provide a good explanation about each of them. For the meals out, he always had a good recommendation and took us to some great local restaurants serving local foods. Overall it was a very interesting tour with the contrast between the wildlife and then the Panama Canal and Panama City at the end. We certainly enjoyed the zip lines through the rain forest and the photos taken by the zip line staff certainly showed a range of expressions on people's faces!
By Ian from Leeds | 31 August 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Excellent communication, trip details, instructions and quality of trip.
Self-Guided Walking: Salzburg’s 10 Lakes

Excellent trip with quality hotels, all made very easy thanks to information provided by KE. Trip highlight was swimming in Lake Wolfgang.

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By Nicholas from London | 31 August 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
A fabulous polar experience
North Spitsbergen - Farthest North
This was a fabulous experience from start to finish. The boat was modern and very comfortable. The food tasty and plentiful and the bar prices surprisingly affordable!!. Most of the activities involved getting on and off zodiacs which was a process requiring some practice at first but the logistics were managed very efficiently and safely by the guides. Wildlife sightings were delivered up as promised by the guides who appeared to possess special powers in this respect. My only slight criticism would be that some of the trips ashore involved short walks which were somewhat random and aimless but all in all a truly great and memorable trip
By Lesley from Watford | 30 August 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Stunning trek along the Walkers' Haute Route
Best of Mont Blanc to the Matterhorn

Tom was a great guide, full of enthusiasm, knowledge and experience. The group were great companions on the trek. The refuges/hotels were more than comfortable after a long days trek. The weather was stunning and the scenery magnificent. One of the best treks in the Alps. Top tip - arrive a day or two early if you can and get fitter with some great walks in Chamonix

By Christopher from Crockham Hill | 27 August 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Georgia was amazing
Trekking in Georgia and the High Caucasus
The people made it very special - both the trekking team from KE and the Georgians everywhere. KE clearly set high standards - the trekking team work for different companies, and said that KE was the only company that insisted on two guides. One of our guides had to accompany one of our group back to the camp early because of illness, and the second guide was able to take the rest of us through the remaining route. The guides were very professional, well equipped, friendly and supportive, and kn owledgeable about everything from local flora and fauna to politics and history. Oh, and folk music! Beka and Konstantin led the team but the cooks, drivers and others all made it a special experience.
By Matthew from Cambridge | 26 August 2022
South Africa Family Safari Holiday
South Africa Family Safari Adventure

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By from from London | 23 August 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Spectacular, off the beaten track hiking, with a brilliant support team.
Choquequirao to Machu Picchu
This extended trekking route to Machu Pichhu is well worth the extra effort. The terrain is steep, and merits its grade 8 score, but the scenery more than compensates. We were a small group brilliantly led by our guide Rudy, who was a local man who was always cheerful and enthusiastic. Rudy was very knowledgeable about the local customs and beliefs, as well as the history and geography of the area. The highlight of my trek was the Andean ceremony conducted in the Quechua language on the Totora p ass at 4600m, giving thanks to Pachamama. Both moving and involving, it was capped by three condors flying overhead as we finished. Rudy was supported by a fantastic team, with Diego and Saul creating wonders for the mess tent, and the mule handlers attentive and efficient. The roomy tents and comfortable airbeds were always up for us when we arrived in camp, and the food was delicious and plentiful. I would echo previous reviews and strongly recommend plenty of Deet and long sleeves/trousers to keep the mosquitoes at bay. We had no rain at all, and plenty of very strong sunshine, so use your Factor 50 and a big hat. It was still pretty cool at night, but we had no need for big Arctic-style down jackets, just 2-3 layers in the evenings. The finale of the trip at Machu Pichhu was impressive, as you would expect, but for me Choquequirao was just as good, and had the benefit of sharing it with only a handful of people.
By Dominic from Ilminster | 22 August 2022
Top of the highest peak (Kebnekaise)
Kungsleden Trek - The Kings Trail of Sweden

By Roy from Leicester | 22 August 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Paradise
Traverse of the Jotunheimen
I have submitted an earlier review commenting that this was a superb holiday, a super hard trek across the Jotunheimen National Park spread over 9 days with beautiful scenery and excellent accommodation. Everything was brilliant including the accommodation and food. A special mention for the the guides Jacob and Helmut were great friends and full of ideas and had a wealth of experience of the local terrain. One thing I think I would change is Day 6 - I personally would spread this over 2 days wi th a 20km walk on one day and the optional climb & scramble of Kyrkia on the following day. This would provide for a shorter day on Day 6 and a bit of a rest day on the extra day, also allowing a bit of flexibility if the weather was not so good. holiday.
By Malcolm from Stockport | 21 August 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
GR20 - Corsica - july-Aug 2022
GR20 Corsica - The Complete Route
I decided to do this trek - 'toughest trek in Europe' in July this year before relocating to US. I just couldn't have left without doing it. After 13 days on trail, through dust, heat, thirst, laughter and some incredibly beautiful scenery I feel I have never done anything like this before. To me it is definitely the toughest trail that has given me a sense of achievement unlike EBC or Haute Route which really are walk in the park in comparison. The nearest I can compare GR20 to i s walking up and down Tryfan twice in a day at almost 1.5 times the altitude in 30 + degrees followed by steep scree ascends and decends and boulder fields. And remember there's isn't a cozy b&b and pub waiting for you at end of the day. I arrived Calvi earlier than rest of the group via easyjet flight from Gatwick. I spent a bit of time at beach, and a late dinner with rest of the group. Next day taxi ride to start of the trek. First day seemed easy with naive me thinking it's not that difficult, stopping plenty of times to take photos, have a bite or two and then walking in between. The reality hit next day with some long scrambling sections where I wish I had two spare pair of eyes to watch my every step while the other pair can enjoy the scenery. I prioritised my feet over the scenery. And that was the case right until the last day. North is treacherous due to lack of water, absence of gentle grassy path, you need to watch your feet more than the scenery around and a very good experience with scrambling comes handy. If you haven't scrambled then the hikes mentioned by KE on the website is a good preparation. The trail just can't be compared with EBC, Kili or TMB. This trail will test your endurance, stamina and technical skills. There were days when we kept hiking from 6:30ish in morning with few water breaks and late lunch breaks ( 2- 3 PM) so that the difficult sections are completed before scorching afternoon sun hits us. I am personally really grateful to our guide to keep the pace otherwise we would have hiked until dinner time (7 PM). When I look back I did enjoy the scrambling and won't mind doing it again. What I didn't like at all were the steep scree like ascents and decents - the latter in particular. A knee support and walking sticks come really handy to tackle these. The two good days in North were when we got to stay at the ski resort. It was a great motivation to get through the day. In general most places including the campsites and gites were clean, owners very friendly and there was always plenty of food on our plates. The gite at Crocce requires special mention - the best lasagne, charcuterie and wine. You will be deluded to think South is easy. Its easier but still not TMB. Most sections in South are very long, have ascents and decents (including a steep one on second last day) and of course the scrambling sections. There are water sources available enroute in South so we didn't have to carry all three litres every day. There were pools to cool down that also served as good picnic spot.We were very fortunate to not have had any rain or storm while hiking all 13 days. This is a must do trail. Everyday is different. After GR20 all other trails feel easier and acheivable. If you enjoy scrambling have some tolerance for heat and don't mind staying in tents then give this a try Some tips for the trek below > Prepare for the trek. KE has plenty of information for that > Buy Paddy Dillons GR20 to get an idea > Watch YouTube videos (there's a good one by Klara Kousalova) > Have an open mindset. If you feel you can't do it then you can leave the trail on day 3, 5 and so on. > Trust your guide. Ask them questions if needed. Ask for help if required. Let them know what you can and can't do. I am not very tall but good with scrambling. So my guide always gave me a hand in sections that didn't have grips - those steep or tall boulders/ rocks . > Carry atleast 3 litres of water. Some of the group memebers were left without water on day 2. > Walking sticks are your best friends. If like me you have never used them, still bring them along. You will soon realise why. > Keep it light. You will carry 2 days of gear with you in North twice. Keep it light. My gear weighed 10K + 4K of food and water which made scrambling very difficult first 3 days. Leave all your creature comforts in your main bag.. use small pots/travel size to carry body wash, sunscreen etc. Nalgene does leak-proof travel size containers. Check weather so you can decide whether waterproof, down jacket etc are really required. > You will need lot of sunscreen. Get a neck gaiter (protection) too. Of course, the sunglasses and hat. >Your shoes will be baterred by the end of this trail, so ensure you have strong pair with good grip. I brought a backup with me that I had to use after day 6 as the sole of my first pair came off. Plenty of people on trail with damaged toe and toe nails. > Germolene and Bandage as every plant in corsica is spiky and you have to walk over them. You will be scratched and bruised. > Avoid rice if given in lunch boxes. Rice is notorious to go bad in heat. I as well as another group ended up being sick after having rice for lunch. Those who didn't have it were fine. > do not smoke as it is prohibited at campsites and may cause fire due to extremely dry conditions. >Drink as much water as possible at the start of trek and whenever you see a source. I carried water purifying tablets but no one else did and they were all fine. > Do not miss the sun rise, sun set and the stars each night. Its unforgettable. > Try local drinks including ice tea, beer and some really good wine Remember the trek is difficult but achievable. It is very enjoyable with some stunning scenery.
By Priyanka from Berkshire | 19 August 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
A well organised trip.
Family Teenage Toubkal Ascent, Morocco

This holiday package, caters for young and old. The age range from 8 up to late 50's on our trip. It was well organised and the tour guides and porters all were extremely helpful throughout. Would recommend to families aslo we opted for the extension in the hotel for a couple of days at the end.

By James from Bristol | 19 August 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
West Highland Way best of Scotland
The West Highland Way

On this, my fourth trip with KE, I was a bit unsure of how things would pan out. But my uncertainty was put to rest when we met the guides and other trekkers. It was a fantastic experience, it was not too difficult, weather, very hot. My advice? take a bug spray and head net, the midges are bad. The guides from were absolutely outstanding. I look forward to my next trip.

By Fergus from ABERDEEN | 18 August 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Namibia - well worth waiting for
Zambia & Namibia Camping Safari
A great trip from start to finish. Highlights were 1) visiting Victoria Falls; 2) the wildlife viewing, both incidentally when transferring from one place to another (e.g. coming across a breeding herd of over 20 elephants while driving along a main road in Caprivi), and on dedicated game drives/cruises, as well as at the waterholes which you can visit for as long as you like at night at both campsites in Etosha (was mesmerised by 4 elephants and then 5 rhinos and some giraffes at the Okaukuejo waterhole, and only dragged myself to my tent as I was so tired); and 3) the landscapes at Brandberg, Spitzkoppe, and Sesriem/Sossusvlei. It’s worth pointing out that this trip is operated by a reputable South African safari company, and people book onto it through other companies, such as KE. There were 6 others in my group, all from Italy, who had booked through two different Italian companies, so quite a different mix from the trips I’ve done previously with KE which had a majority of British people in the group. If you get the KAZA visa on arrival - not just a visa for Zambia (if you arrive at Livingstone airport), or one for Zimbabwe (arriving at Victoria Falls airport), you can then pass freely between the two countries to see both sides of Victoria Falls. There are different queues in the airport, so get in the KAZA visa queue (this visa cost US$50 in July 2022). There were a few differences between the itinerary provided by KE and what we actually did - perhaps something for KE to check up on, but nothing which I felt detracted from the trip. To be complete (or pedantic?) about this: Day 1: We were taken to the Zambian side of Victoria Falls in the late afternoon, with transport and entry fee provided, and one of our two guides (Chris and Steve, both from Zimbabwe), accompanying us. Day 2: A free day, as described. Just to say that if you’ve not been to the falls before, I think you’d be crazy not to visit the Zimbabwean side on this day, as most of the viewpoints are on the Zimbabwean side, and you’d miss out if you only saw the Zambian side. Our guides didn’t assume we wanted to do this, as there are other activities on offer, but arranged a taxi to the border for us, which waited for our return and just cost US$6 each. Can also recommend the 4pm Zambezi river cruise from the campsite as an optional activity - a beautiful setting, and we saw hippos, crocodiles and a couple of elephants. It cost US$70, but included snacks, a meal, and a free bar. Day 8: There was no walk to the Petrified Forest, but after a long bus journey and the very hot walk to see the White Lady rock art, I don’t think this would have been practical. Day 9: No guided afternoon walk at Spitzkoppe, but you can easily do it yourself. Day 12: This was just a transfer day from Swakopmund to Sesriem, albeit with several stops of interest (Walvis Bay lagoon, Kuisep canyon, the Tropic of Capricorn sign, and Solitaire, a historic ‘service station’). I don’t think also visiting Sossusvlei is physically possible on this day. Day 13: We visited Dune 45, Dead Vlei/Sossusvlei, and Sesriem Canyon, which took about 8 hours altogether. Walking the 4km each way between the car park and Dead Vlei/Sossusvlei is not really practical unless the whole group want to do this, meaning a 4x4 transfer (N$180 or £9 each) is pretty much compulsory. There’s a fair bit of walking to do at Dead Vlei/Sossusvlei, and it gets very hot, so the additional 8km walk is impractical. This was my first KE trip as a vegetarian, and the food was a little bit ‘variations on a theme’, but the meals contained plenty of fresh veg, and only the braai (barbecue), with nothing to eat instead of the meat, was disappointing. If you are used to wild camping, the campsites are quite luxurious - running water and flush toilets in all but one, and most have electric charging facilities (free) and WiFi (sometimes free, sometimes payable). On the other hand, if you are used to wild camping, and are not used to sharing your ‘middle of nowhere’ experience, you might find the campsites rather busy. Not all the campsites had recycling facilities, and we were not encouraged to transport our recyclables to the next place. The advice about not wearing bright colours when game viewing seems odd when the bus you are in is bright red and yellow! Our guides, Chris and Steve, were experienced and professional, and worked hard to provide us with a great experience, and to share their passion about Southern Africa. I have written such a long review as the last time I looked there were no reviews at all for this trip.
By Timothy from Bradford-on-Avon | 16 August 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
An outstanding, memorable trip, despite an unusual amount of bad luck.
K2, Concordia and the Gondogoro La
Firstly, let’s deal with the bad luck, none of which were due to KE or the local trekking company. They’re simply a result of the ‘adventure’ in KE Adventure Travel – i.e. trips such as this will always be at the whim of events. Most significantly, both inbound and outbound local flights from Islamabad to / from Skardu were cancelled at short notice, resulting in 16-18 hour bus journeys. These were mostly on the Karokoram Highway – a road of many bends and poor surfaces, but definite ly not one conducive to a restful trip. Recent flight records showed that 15-20 % of flights do not take place, so we were indeed unlucky. These delays used up some contingency time. Outbound we did the trip overnight, and the return with an overnight stop in a poor hotel. Both were less than ideal, but were organised efficiently. Further to this, most of the trekkers had a fair degree of illnesses – either coughs / throat infections or gastro-intestinal problems. We were also unfortunate in that we had some rain at Concordia that would have been fresh snow on the Gondogora La pass, meaning this was unwise to attempt on the following days. This did tie in with a period of illness so returning back from Concordia was very disappointing, but the only sensible option. Having declared the bad luck, it’s worth reflecting on the positives. I found the jeep rides exhilarating, and a great experience, but note they take a day each way. The Karakoram is a truly breath-taking place. Innumerable 5/6000m peaks are passed on the approach to Concordia where you are surrounded by the magnificent 7000m and awe inspiring 8000m peaks. Any of these peaks without exception would be a stunning destination on its own merits anywhere else in the world. Fine weather is rewarded with incredible scenery. Poor weather shows how brutal, harsh and equally impressive the landscape can be. Then there are the sunsets, sunrises, dark sky views of the milky way and much more. The trip is not for the faint hearted. The heat at lower altitudes can be intense, the moraine was hard work together with the altitude. Sanitation is less than ideal, due to local custom and constraints in some of the more popular camping sites. As mentioned by other trekkers, non-pack animals make a one-way trip – so chickens, goats and the odd bullock are led up the trail and then slaughtered discretely. Even as a non-meat eater, this did not concern me, but be prepared for the realities of different cultures. Our trek leader, Tom, was knowledgeable and a calm head. The support crew from porters to caterers were excellent, with good quality food on offer. Because of the reversal down from Concordia, supplies were a little constrained ( as some were the ‘wrong’ side of the pass ), but the local agent readjusted the logistics well. In summary, a highly recommended trip, exceptionally rewarding and utterly unmatched. Just imagine what I’d be writing if I’d had good luck.
By Charles from Ashbourne | 08 August 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Wonderful
Family Adventures in the Algarve

We had a lovely relaxing stay at Jonathan and Violetta’s amazing eco rustic paradise. Nothing was too much trouble for the hosts; food was plentiful and excellent. All done with a smile. Activities great fun and pitched perfectly for all abilities. Extra care provided for the less able, whilst challenging for the more sporty amongst us. One of our best holidays ever!

By Rachel from Oxford | 08 August 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Great , challenging hike
Traverse of the Jotunheimen
Harder than expected due to all paths being awkward , rocky , boulder fields or snow fields . The guides were great and had plenty of local knowledge including flora and fauna. The vegetarian food was poor ( inedible) in one hut and totally absent in another. They promised to bring omelette after they’d served everyone’s dessert but didn’t. Advice to bring a large lunchbox would be good as you need to take lots of food as the day’s walk are very long and lots of energy is needed for the difficult terrain a/a ,steep ascents and difficult descents. Walking poles should be listed as essential as the river crossing are very difficult without them.
By Jennifer from Cheadle | 06 August 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Superb walking holiday
Self-Guided Walking: Salzburg’s 10 Lakes

Cannot recommend this holiday enough. The Austrian alps and lakes are wonderful. Great family holiday not too much effort but not too little either. Just the right balance.

By Peter from Aberdeen | 05 August 2022
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Wonderful and varied exploration of Lycia
Active Family Holiday on Turkey's Lycian Coast
I would highly recommend this holiday. There is a lot of variety in this holiday with watersports, visits to ancient sites, beach time, boat trips and exploration. There are a lot of opportunities to swim, and for this to be a suitable holiday you need to enjoy swimming, or at least enjoy watching your children swim. You also need to be able to tolerate the heat, we went in late July and it was mid-thirties every day. The heat does make the swimming even more pleasurable though. The scenery in b oth locations is stunning. Excursion highlights include the visit to Saklikent Canyon (I would recommend the optional ring rafting which was great fun), and the day boat trip to Kekova Island which was a real treat. Our guide Ozgur was excellent with great local knowledge. Once we had met him at the airport I felt I could relax and leave all the timings, logistics, problem solving and overcoming the language barrier to him. He really looked after us and took lots of photos which he shared with us. We ate out as a group every day bar one, the Cinarlar Pizza Garden in Kas being my favourite. In terms of difficulty the activities are not too strenuous, although you need good mobility, the toughest being the Lycian Way hike which our guide shortened from 12km to 9km because of the heat. It is a gorgeous walk though, we met not a single other hiker, and the lunch at the shepherd's hut is quite an experience, this was the only instance where fussy eaters might struggle.
By Samuel from Yateley | 02 August 2022
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