The accommodations were variable, always clean and with hot water but some places were tired and in need of updating. Air conditioning was a must as it was hot and humid, however most were noisy and not good for a light sleeper.
The staff were always helpful and friendly.
Food in the hotels and restaurants was plentiful and there was always fish or chicken for those less adventurous, accompanied by mountains of rice or pasta.
We were able to meet the locals, often visiting their homes, and learn about their cultures and beliefs. Also how they lived off the land and produced most of the food they need for the villages and to sell at the market stalls. We were able to try our hand at weaving, dying cloth and making garments. All extremely interesting and an education.
We experienced Kayaking, canoeing, climbing through the tree canopies in the forest along rope bridges plus lots of other activities. All under the guidance and care of our very informative tour guide Oscar and driver Prince.
Our tours through the castles was quite daunting, learning how the slave trade treated people was shocking.
All in all our holiday was an exceptional experience, if not quite exhausting. We were disappointed with the lack of wildlife but was not through lack of exciting safari drives trying to find the animals, with so much else going on our cameras were never idol.
Jan and Arthur
The northern nooks and regal Republic – see it all on this nine-day adventure on both sides of the Irish border. Travel through green pastures, vast lakes, striking cliff faces by day, and by night, head straight to the pub for a Guinness (or two). Visit medieval castles and ancient sites filled with folklore and marvel at the views of Ireland's rugged coastline, including the Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher and the Giant's Causeway. While exploring Belfast, Dublin, Derry and Galway, don't forget to gather your travel crew for some pub grub and live music to cap off a trip that hits all the hotspots.
This trip exceeded my expectations as we saw a huge number of animals and birds. We saw lions on a daily basis and several leopards. I found the camping a lot harder than expected , particularly as it was hot so it was fantastic to be accommodated at such a lovely hotel as the Pioneers Lodge at the end of the trip.
The 2 men led by KD worked like trojans putting up and taking down the campsite and cooking amazing meals all over a wood stove. Joe the trip leader was fantastic too. A big thanks to all three who worked tirelessly to ensure the trip went well.
The drives were long and the roads bumpy but it wasn’t really a problem.We had a great group so it was nice to sit back ,have a chat and relax.Overall a trip that was enjoyable and will be remembered.
Come and explore the most amazing parts of Ghana on this 7-day nature trip. Experience the amazing wildlife, nature, adventure, and culture of this beautiful country! To get a full-blown experience of the beauty of the country, the tour will begin from the Greater Accra Region and take you to the Central Region, before we explore and amuse ourselves all the way to the Northern Region.
The trip starts with an experience on a canopy walkway before heading to Mole National Park for walking and driving safaris and other interesting activities including a canoe safari in a hippo sanctuary! We will also explore a local eco-village. Along the way, we will make sure to stop at some interesting cultural highlights, including the famed Cape Coast Castle and the ancient Larabanga Mosque.
I had a great experience on this tour, as a solo traveller it was a great way to connect with other travellers. My tour guide was very helpful and friendly and shared a lot of local information.
What a fantastic trip, Falklands and Albatross, South Georgia and Penguins/Seals and Antarctica and Tabular Icebergs. This trip is a true adventure where the rewards are high and the camera is rarely away from reach. Its jaw dropping beauty will leave you wondering where else on earth can i go that will give you so many fabulous memories.
Food for the soul! - A week of stunning scenery and good company led by Cosmin and Katerina, both of whom's passion for Romania's wildlife and culture is inspirational.
Wild, tropical and remote – Borneo is South East Asia's answer to the Amazon. This 10-day trip is full of active adventure set in natural paradise. See orangutans swinging through the rainforest treetops at a sanctuary in Semenggoh and venture into the vast Mulu cave systems. Follow the Headhunter’s Trail through dense jungle in Sarawak, wander along Kuching's riverside promenade and relax on golden-sand beaches on Labuan Island. This one’s for nature-lovers, wildlife-spotters and beach-goers!