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Exodus Travels
#1 Pick of 292 Photography Tour Companies View Profile
Total Trips 546 Trips
Average Price
$ 312 per day
Size Global Operator
Service Level Standard
Operator Type
Group Tour Operator
Excellent service
The travel experts I spoke to were very knowledgeable and helpful and answered all my questions. I have traveled with Exodus many times before and they have been excellent.
I first travelled with Exodus eight…
I first travelled with Exodus eight years ago and had a great group tour. I saw a tour in Croatia that interested me and phoned to ask some questions about it. Got through to customer sales straight way and immediately felt that the representative understood my needs and was very pleasant - but not pushy. He found the flights I wanted and offered to hold a place on the tour for a full week. I booked a few days later. Excellent service, thank you Exodus.
It was quick and easy to book
It was quick and easy to book. This is my 5th time of booking and would recommend Exodus to friends.
With over 47 years of experience with small group adventure travel, Exodus specializes in active cultural, walking & trekking, cycling and responsible wildlife tours. They offer more than 600 itineraries across more than 100 countries.
Adventure can take the form of serious and active adventures -- which may involve adrenaline-producing, off-the-beaten-path roughing-it trips to the most remote areas of the world -- or food and wine, premium (five-star), family, or cultural adventures to iconic destinations, which involve more comforts and amenities.
What Makes Exodus Stand Out?
Booking flexibility
Award Winning
Tailor made adventures
Responsible tourism
Expert guides with extensive past experience
Exodus understands that new difficulty that comes with traveling during the coronavirus. They are dedicated to offering flexible services so travelers can book with confidence. Travelers can feel safe when planning their next trip with Exodus’s promised refund guarantee, Covid-19 refund commitment and 21-day no fee flexibility.
The refund guarantee means that travelers will be refunded if they have to cancel for any reason. This also includes cancellations due to the coronavirus. Travelers can also transfer their trip for free up to 21 days before departure.
Creating great and adventurous trips is the top priority for Exodus. They offer many pre-planned tours, but they also work with travelers to add or change existing itineraries or even create one from scratch. This allows travelers to create the perfect trip that fits their travel style, schedule and budget.
Exodus is also dedicated to responsible travel in all of their tours. They strive to improve life for the planet, places and people they visit. Instead of meeting the base guidelines for eco-friendly travel, Exodus seeks more ways to leave a positive impact with their trips. This includes economic empowerment for local communities, reducing waste wherever possible and making lower carbon choices for their adventures.
Each trip is led by a knowledgeable guide who has extensive past experience which adds benefits to any trip. Before working with Exodus, many guides were professional archaeologists, wildlife guides, overland drivers, mountain leaders, diving and ski specialists as well as mountain bike gurus.
Who Will Enjoy Traveling with Exodus?
All ages
Active travelers
Outdoor and nature enthusiasts
Exodus travelers are a diverse bunch, and average between 35-65 years of age. However, any age traveler is welcome. Exodus creates great packages and tours for families as well as fully customized trips created from scratch.
The Exodus traveler is very active, loves being adventurous, and will be less invested in luxury accommodations or a lot of museum time. You are game for anything, love the travel experience of getting to know a new destination through outdoor adventure, and learning about the culture from local guides and experts.
These trips are great for those who already have a base level of physical fitness, and enjoy meeting new physical challenges. Exodus provides physical fitness guides to show how much training you should expect to do prior to departure.
Top Destinations
Exodus leads 600 + trips spanning all seven continents. From African safaris, to walking and wine in Italy and France to the sun-drenched Croatian coast, to trekking Patagonia, wildlife cruises in the Galapagos and cycling in Vietnam, Exodus has built out their global presence and has active adventures in nearly any destination a traveler could desire.
Exodus Travel Style
Exodus tours are designed for the active and adventurous traveler. This means that most tours include activities such as walking, cycling and safaris. However, for travelers who enjoy cultural and culinary, there are tours and activities for you as well. Exodus offers cultural trips based around food, festivals or family to name a few.
These active adventures vary by way of difficulty from level 1-10, attracting casual cyclists and hikers as well as enthusiasts looking to really push their physical limits.
Travelers can choose from guided groups, private groups, self guided tours or solo traveling. Within each travel style, Exodus offers all the same activities from cycling to wildlife and provides the top itineraries for that specific style to help travelers find what’s best for them.
Most accommodations are charming and locally run with 2-3 star ratings. There are some premium departures available as well as unique accommodation experiences whenever possible. Exodus travelers don’t mind the lower level of luxury as the experience and destination is the highest priority.
Why Choose a Tour With Exodus?
If you love experiencing a new destination whether that’s through the culture, unique wildlife or beautiful outdoors through active and adventurous activities, then Exodus is perfect for you. You love that sense of discovery, of challenging yourself and want to travel responsibly.
Exodus offers great tours already fully packaged, but for the traveler that likes more control over their perfect trip, they offer customizable trips. Travelers get to choose not only the destination but each activity they will partake in to perfectly match their travel style and budget.
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SITA World Tours
#147 Pick of 292 Photography Tour Companies View Profile
Total Trips 1,370 Trips
Average Price
$ 393 per day
Size Global Operator
Tour Length 4 – 4 days
Service Level Standard
Operator Type
Mixed Land & Cruise
Trips in Photography
1 Tours in Photography
Had a wonderful trip
I want to let you know that we had a wonderful trip and that your planning and arrangements were just perfect. We were VERY satisfied with your services and with everyone involved in our tour.
This adventure is a childhood dream come true
Amongst the packing, weighing, and pondering I want to extend my sincere appreciation to you for all of your support. This adventure is a childhood dream come true, the likes of which, is equally foreign to me. It is difficult to admit, but six months ago I didn't even know what cargo pants were. I know the "foreign" part has, at times, left me anxious, confused, and frustrated. And yet, your steady guidance has remained consistent and I am immensely grateful to you for that. You never made me feel as if my questions were irrelevant ...... OMGosh thank you so much for that Natalie. You are a credit to your profession and I am grateful you have guided me through this process.
I really loved the tours
South Africa is all by itself a magical place. When combined with people in the tourist industry who are competent, friendly and knowledgeable, a visit there can be very special. And ours was very special indeed...I really loved the tours that your company put together; they were really very well balanced.
Hong Kong:Gateway to China
Trip Style: Private guided tour
What Makes Them Stand Out?
With over 80 years of experience and tour guide specialists that provide excellent customer service, SITA World Tours is a well-developed tour operator for remote and beautiful destinations. SITA offers group travel in different shapes and sizes including tailor-made tours for small groups and those who may have specific requests.
Who Travels With Them?
While it depends on destinations, the demographic tends to be adults between 50-70 years old or honeymooners who are going on a private trip. SITA World Tours can accommodate trips with only two individuals though the majority of the tours consist of 15-30 persons. The price range varies anywhere between $500-$8000 per person, depending on trip style.
Where Do They Operate?
SITA World Tours has many destinations all over the world from Asia and the Middle East to Europe, Australia, South America and more. Travel style varies from luxury trains, women only trips, and cruise extensions.
Why Travel With Them?
SITA World Tours has destinations all over the world and a very flexible customized program. They pay close attention to detail, ensuring each individuals needs and requests are catered to, and offer a wide range of trip types and styles.
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Collette
#40 Pick of 292 Photography Tour Companies View Profile
Total Trips 443 Trips
Average Price
$ 289 per day
Size Global Operator
Service Level Standard
Operator Type
Group Tour Operator
Trips in Photography
1 Tours in Photography
It was a wonderful trip and experience!
It was a wonderful trip and experience! We are still sorting all the pictures and memories about it, and some of them I would like to share with you - read my diary about this trip!
My Diary about our trip to South Dakota
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is so unprecedented
During this coronavirus we had a trip to Italy my mom is 89 and we unfortunately didn’t take out the insurance and they have said they can only give us only 30% on the land and zero on air fare back and I just think it’s poor business in a situation that is so unprecedented
we had an absolute wonderful time
My wife & I just returned from your National Parks tour and we had an absolute wonderful time. Great itinerary, tour director (Merrin) and driver (John). First class!
With a history that goes back to 1918, their experience speaks for itself. They provide comprehensive, well-managed guided tours for travelers seeking an exploratory, comfortable travel experience.
Collette - Quick Facts
Founded in 1918
Group size: It varies. Collette offers private and customizable tours, as well as small groups of between 14-24 guests
Typical age range: 45+
Average tour price: $2,996
Accommodation style: 4 star and above hotels and unique locations
Top regions: USA & Canada, Europe & UK
Commonly compared with Tauck and Trafalgar
What Makes Collette Tours Stand Out?
Flexibility & personalization
Expert tour managers
Easy booking process
Private & Customizable tours
Balances iconic must-sees with immersive cultural experiences
A long history in guided tourism means Collette knows every inch of guided travel. Take care of all the details like it’s second nature, and even though it's old hat every traveler is new and they dig into that. Collette recognizes that no two traveler is the same and approach each planning experience from a perspective of flexibility and personalization.
Their goal is to ease the hardship of planning and organizing for the traveler so you can fully enjoy the experience without worry or stress. At Collette, they know guided travel and have been successfully leading tours around the world to a growing, devoted customer base for nearly 100 years.
Collette tours are about letting you, the traveler, experience unbelievable, classic, and unique moments around the world.
Who Will Enjoy Traveling With Collette?
Travelers aged 45+
Moderately active travelers
Upper budget range
Do you love the ease of mind that comes with having every detail taken care of when you travel? Details that allow you to relax and enjoy the special little moments of discovering the world; learning about new cultures, awe inspiring wildlife encounters, and leisurely meals highlighting local cuisine? Then you are ideally suited to Collette tours.
The Collette traveler is typically older, in the 50+ range. Travelers who enjoy the finer things, value a premium to luxury style of accommodation and transportation, yet have an adventurous spirit will love traveling with Collette.
Recent retirees and active seniors who are game for anything are the kind of traveler who relish a tour with Collette - check out this group in Costa Rica - taking part in Costa Rica's famous ziplines!
If you don't want to be encouraged to jump in and push your comfort zone a bit, you may find yourself out of step on a majority of Collette tours. They have several offerings though, so don't let that discourage you.
Collette is ideal for active travelers who enjoy a comprehensive guided tour, with a lot of activity, and local experiences. These tours can involve extensive walking, sometimes over uneven surfaces, so a certain basic level of physical fitness is required.
Tours with Collette are classified by 5 basic physical levels, to help you find one best suited to you:
Level 1 - Mostly flat services and minimal walking. You should be comfortabe with climbing a few stairs, plus getting in and out of the coach
Level 2 - Average physical ability is required such as long stairs and walks of a few hours. Some walks may be over uneven ground.
Level 3 - Slightly longer distances and more frequent walks can be expected. Expect stairs and some uneven surfaces such as cobblestones or nature trails.
Level 4 - Expect to be on your feet longer, including periods of standing and more extensive walking periods. These tours may also feature nighttime activities, so you'll be active for a longer period of time.
Level 5 - Very active travel. Expect adventure experiences and activities, early mornings and late nights. You can also expect to experience the elements so be ready for rain, wind, dust, what have you.
Free days are included in most Collette tours, giving travelers time to relax, take walks on the beach, or maybe do some shopping.
If you’re the kind of traveler for whom the a glass of champagne out in the blazing sun of the Australian outback, gazing at Uluru, sounds idyllic - then Collette would be perfect for you.
Top Destinations
Collette tours travel all around the world, to all 7 continents including Antarctica. They are well known for Central and South America, Australia, and Africa. They also offer an impressive variety of North America tours including several in the United States and Canada.
Travel styles include everything from river cruises to family tours to faith based tours.
Collette Travel Style
Collette promises the “trip of a lifetime” through exclusive outings, luxury touches, and appreciating the moments of anticipation before the world reveals itself. Their travel style is about discovering new cultures, embracing the explorer within -- in time for a cocktail at the end of the day.
They have 6 broad classifications for travel style: Classic, Explorations, Spotlights, River Cruise, Faith, and Impact Travel:
1. Classic Collette Tours - This is what they call their Flagship collection, group tours that make the postcard come to life. Visit all the must see sites, enjoy cultural experiences, all with a professional and knowledgeable guide, there to help make your travel as seamless as possible. Groups are on the larger side
2. Explorations - These tours are about going deeper, meeting locals, and getting off the beaten path. “Authenticity” is a big word for Collette Explorations. You’ll experience the destination in a smaller group, an average of 18 people, allowing for access to more local experiences not available to larger groups. Classic sites will also be included in your itinerary, but the focus is mostly on unique experiences.
3. Spotlights - Have a shorter amount of time and don’t want to miss anything? Collette Spotlight tours are designed to maximize your city stay or short getaway experience. These are primarily walking tours, packed with sightseeing, historical and cultural information, but with some downtime as well. Typically these tours are between 5-9 days.
4. River Cruise - A very popular mode of travel, particularly for 50+ travelers, river cruising is ideal for those seeking a leisurely vacation, unpacking only once, enjoying gliding by beautiful sites and participating in various guided shore excursions. Collette river cruises go around the world, including China, Egypt, and Europe.
5. Faith - For those travelers interested in visiting religious sites, Collette has a group of tours dedicated to faith based travel. Visit world famous icons and learn their ancient histories.
Collette Faith tours visit everything from grand churches to the humble beginnings of the three major world religions in the Holy Land. Tours are history based with an emphasis on finding deeper spiritual significance and meaning. They also have trips to the Oberammergau Passion Play.
6. Impact Travel - Being a responsible traveler is an important component on all Collette tours, however if you’re seeking to do more to give back, their Impact Tours are a great way to do so. Sightsee with a purpose as you assist with local initiatives, volunteering among the community, helping in classrooms, and protecting local wildlife.
Why Choose a Tour with Collette?
Flexibility in planning
Extensions available pre or post tour date
Private airport transfer
Expert planners
If you are looking for an entertaining, fully escorted, active tour to explore new cultures, and enjoy unique experiences, Collette could be for you. They provide a dedicated guide, and handle all the details throughout the tour.
Free time is available on some days, but for the most part expect fairly full itineraries and a good amount of walking on their group tours. Some optional excursions are offered during the tour, so you can tailor your experience to a certain extent.
This is a great opportunity for meeting fellow travelers in a similar age range. Collette tours are open to everyone, but the majority of people on your tour will be older - in the 50+ range. Collette tours are ideal for travelers who want to have fun, enjoy the outdoors, and are open to new experiences.
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National Geographic Expeditions
#42 Pick of 292 Photography Tour Companies View Profile
Total Trips 63 Trips
Average Price
$ 714 per day
Size Global Operator
Tour Length 4 – 17 days
Trip Prices $ 1,595 – $ 12,580
Service Level Standard
Operator Type
Mixed Land & Cruise
Trips in Photography
11 Tours in Photography
TOO MUCH TOO FAST
Firstly, it was my understanding, and confirmed in a phone conversation with the company’s representative prior to our departure, that the schedule of events would go at our pace. We found this to not be the case. For example; we arrived in Cairo on October 25th, from Tel Aviv, Israel, later in the night than scheduled due to an airline delay. We were met at the airport by your representative and taken to a hotel 45 minutes from the airport. We checked in shortly after midnight. The representative said that we would “meet at 4:00” to be picked up to fly to Luxor. I thought he meant 4:00 PM, but no, it was 4:00 AM!!! We had less than 3 hours sleep before we were whisked off to our next destination. (By the way, the representative spent those few hours waiting in the hotel lobby; he didn’t even get a night’s rest.)
We arrived in Luxor, were taken to the hotel, deposited our luggage (the room wasn’t ready), had breakfast, and then met our tour guide at 10:00 AM for our first tour. We were exhausted, but mustered our energy for the occasion.
Is there a good reason why Cairo wasn’t the first city on our tour? In retrospect, it should have been for many reasons, not the least of which was the logistics described above.
All right, so now we’re in Luxor, and by afternoon we’re ensconced in a luxurious hotel with a magnificent view of the Nile River. There’s a swimming pool that we’re looking forward to relaxing by the next day during some much needed down time during the free time described in the itinerary; exactly what we expected from National Geographic. But instead, that evening we were told by our guide that we needed to have our luggage ready to check out of the hotel the next morning to relocate to the Nile River ship Minerva (coincidentally, owned by the same company as the hotel). We obliged, and in the morning we were taken on a tour with the luggage in the car, and then brought to the ship in the early afternoon. Our four suitcases were put in a room that was barely large enough to contain the bed, but the view of the river from our room was good enough to overlook this inconvenience, at least for the moment. I looked forward to resting in our cabin in the afternoon because I was exhausted. In fact, I was so tired that I have little recollection of that morning’s tour until I look at the photos to affirm that I was actually where the itinerary said I would be.
We went to lunch in the ship’s dining room and returned to our cabin to find that our view of the Nile was obliterated by a ship that had tied up alongside our own. This is now our view (see photo) and the blackout drapes that were drawn to hide it made the small cabin a crowded, dark dungeon.
Furthermore, that ship’s bunker oil fumes were now in the air conditioning system of our ship and flowing freely into our cabin making me nauseous and giving me a headache. I complained but there was nothing to do about it.
And if this wasn’t bad enough, the sound of the neighboring ship that accompanied the smell was intolerable.
Other issues I had with our cabin on the ship included;
- The bypass closet door wouldn’t stay shut
- There was a leak under the bathroom sink
- The carpet in the area near the bathroom was wet
- The toilet seat lid came off repeatedly
- Wifi on board the ship was only in the main lobby area, and was poor at best
I talked to the ship’s desk clerk, and he assured me that things would be taken care of shortly. They never were.
This doesn’t take into consideration that the buffet style food served on board was repetitive if you didn’t take the offered main course, which was usually meat (I don’t eat meat).
Oh, and I didn’t yet mention that our ship wouldn’t be leaving its mooring until the next day! We had traded a luxurious hotel for this!
With that said, it begs the question of why we were taken out of a luxurious hotel 24 hours in advance of the ship sailing away from Luxor? No pool to sit by, no view of the sunset over the banks of the Nile, no quiet room in which to sleep, and no dinner of delicious food. Certainly not what we expected from a Nat Geo Private Tour for which we had paid a premium price!
Unrelated to these issues, NatGeo’s survey asked if we felt that our health was well-protected. “No” is the short answer. A fuller reply is that we both got Covid on this trip; my husband first, then inevitably, myself three days later. We had avoided catching it for more than 2.6 years, and now we had it. I realize that one takes risks when going out in the world, and I certainly don’t blame NatGeo for our getting sick. But their people weren’t wearing masks until I asked them to, mostly to protect themselves from us. One agent who met us at the airport when we arrived back in Cairo from Aswan, now openly sick with Covid, disappeared for 10 minutes to purchase a mask when I told him in no uncertain terms that he needed to wear one around us.
Overall, NatGeo profited from our illness as we were too unwell to utilize the dining allowance at the Cairo Ritz Carlton or to go to out for most meals offered with our guide. The one restaurant I was taken to for dinner without my husband was a touristy place with fake grapes leaves hanging from fake arbors. When a 35 person tour group trouped in past us it told me all I needed to know. My bowl of pasta with a tomato sauce not much thicker than tomato juice certainly couldn’t have cost more than $10, if that much. Then, the next day I was too sick to go out at all, my husband, who was feeling better by then, went out alone with the tour guide for the day, but it’s my understanding that they skipped all meals.
All in all, there were many aspects of the trip that were memorable for all the right reasons, but also memorable for the above mentioned wrong reasons. For us to have paid as much as we did begs the question, “Was it worth the expense for this private tour experience?” As seasoned world travelers, I’m hard pressed to reply in the affirmative.
Highly recommend! It was a trip of a lifetime!
We had not had the pleasure of traveling with National Geographic and was not sure what to expect. The trip went beyond what we could have possibly imagined! The staff were attentive and the guides were knowledgeable. There was not a time that we felt unsafe or that our needs were not being met. The trip was very fast paced which allowed us to experience each destination. Their timing was perfect with scheduled excursions and meals. We took the trip in October 2019 and then COVID entered our world and brought our trips to a stand still. I am now planning some trips for this year with hopes of a healthier world to travel!
Cancel my trip but no refund
This company canceled my trip due to COVID but failed to refund all money so I am out $1500 for Lindblad portion, and will never travel with NatGeo again. They have lost my trust as a company that puts travelers best interests first.
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Trip Style: Private guided tour
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Trip Style: Group tour
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Trip Style: Group tour
In 1999, National Geographic launched their own tour company component: National Geographic Expeditions. Since then they have expanded to offer trips on all 7 continents in over 60 destinations. Recently they partnered with G Adventures to provide even more variety to their devoted customers.
What Makes National Geographic Expeditions Stand Out?
Multiple modes of travel
Expert guides and photographers
After hours and special access to sites
With National Geographic, you can travel by small, expedition-style ships; classic train journeys; land tours; active adventures; photo tours; family-oriented trips; or private, independent expeditions based on your desires and budget.
Wherever you go with National Geographic, which has been in the tour business for 15 years, you can expect doors to open: entry to research sites, archaeological digs, private homes or special events.
Many expeditions are accompanied by a National Geographic expert or expert team who share their knowledge and passion for a region and help make each experience enriching and unforgettable.
Who Will Enjoy Traveling With National Geographic Expeditions?
Photography enthusiasts
All ages
Adventurous minded
Nature lovers
History buffs
Life long learners
National Geographic is one of those special brands that has managed to successfully straddle the line between “your grandfather loves them” and “your eighteen year old sister loves them”. They cover a wide range of topics, themes, and travel styles, with the educational aspect always prevalent yet not overbearing.
If you love feeling like an explorer and an adventurer when you travel, and love learning about the world from experts in a variety of fields, National Geographic is the perfect place for you. This is a company for those who want to dig deeper, like getting the inside story from multiple perspectives - historical, cultural, political, economic, scientific and more.
National Geographic trips are great for families, and you can choose a private tour or a family friendly group, where hands on activities will widen your children’s worldview in innumerable special ways.
National Geographic trips are also extremely popular with photographers - novice photographers will enjoy their photography-centric tours, while many dedicated hobbyists can be found on their other trip styles as well.
If you’re the kind of traveler who sacrifices the space for a pair of shoes in your suitcase for another lens or photography accessory...you’ll be right at home on a trip with National Geographic Expeditions.
In the same way that National Geographic magazine has always inspired and furthered conversation and discourse, so too do their trips. The spirit of learning about the world is intertwined in every itinerary, so if you consider yourself a lifelong student, you should definitely consider traveling with National Geographic Expeditions.
Top Destinations
National Geographic Expeditions go all around the world, and cover almost every travel style imaginable. One might think they have a favoring of the more “exotic” locations but an impressive number of United States and European tours are offered as well as farther reaching destinations. National Geographic Expeditions in the Galapagos are especially popular.
Regardless of where you travel, you will be sure to get off the beaten path and discover unique cultural landmarks, meet interesting people, and enjoy a sense of adventure.
Small-ship expeditions, done in conjunction with Lindblad Expeditions, can take you to Antarctica, the Galapagos and points beyond. Classic train journeys include the Trans-Siberian and trains through India, Spain, and Switzerland. Active adventures might take you hiking in Bhutan or meeting Berbers in Morocco. Land tours could take you to Tanzania, Peru or the Grand Canyon.
National Geographic Expeditions Travel Style
The travel style with National Geographic Expeditions has an aura of old fashioned exploration with a modern twist.
National Geographic Expeditions is a family friendly outfit, offering a wide range of prices and trip styles. Trips vary from mid range budget to higher. Physical level is usually light to moderate.
By virtue of their longstanding presence in the world, National Geographic has a wide reaching global network to lean on for incredibly unique and authentic lodging options, knowledgeable guides, and VIP access to historical and archaeological sites.
They have several broad travel styles you can choose from:
Land Trips - National Geographic Land Trips are immersive explorations, often covering nature and wilderness points of interest such as national parks. They also dive into ancient cities and cultures, with trips exploring everything from monks in Burmese mountainside temples to the lives of nomadic Mongolian peoples. Most trips are around 11 days and physical level is between light and moderate, with some trips featuring moderately challenging hikes in various altitudes.
River Cruises - a relatively new addition, Nat Geo now offers around 7 river cruises in Europe covering the Danube, Rhine, and Douro. Currently they also have 1 river cruise in Asia, along the Irrawaddy. These trips are typically between 7 - 11 days and feature wine tasting, history tours, and very light physical activity.
Private Expeditions - If you and your family, significant other, or a few close friends are looking for a more intimate travel experience than a group of strangers, Private Expeditions are a great way to travel. These trips are customizable, and can be crafted to perfectly suit your interests and dates.
Photography Trips - National Geographic has consistently featured award winning travel photography. They run regular contests for those inspired by the thousands of groundbreaking and historic photographs taken by journalists and travel photographers around the world. On National Geographic photography trips you can actually learn tricks of the trade from real-world photographers and improve your skills.
Train Trips - Travel was revolutionized with the implementation of the railroad, allowing people to travel in what was then a rapid pace from destination to destination. Today this ideal has been flipped on its head, and train travel is a leisurely paced excursion allowing time to relax and appreciate the slower meandering through beautiful countrysides. National Geographic train trips cover the classics, such as the Trans-Siberian railway and the Rocky Mountain railroad. Accommodations are comfortable, around a premium level, with options to upgrade.
Active Expeditions - For those who enjoy a bit more of an adrenaline pumping and active travel experience, National Geographic also has trips for you. These trips feature multiple active outings, such as kayaking, hiking, and caving. Expect to explore the outdoors covering unique natural phenomena and gaining insight into how and why the landscape has been shaped the way it has. These trips also feature cultural insights, just to a lesser extent.
Family Expeditions - National Geographic is the perfect company to travel with when you have curious and adventurous youngsters eager to see the world. They will learn about other cultures, people, food, nature and wildlife from experts with “cool jobs” that might even inspire lifelong interests and perhaps influence a career. These trips are specifically designed to be hands on, allowing everyone to get involved and learn about how things work.
Private Jet Trips - For a luxurious and more lengthy travel experience, nothing beats a Private Jet tour. A dedicated team will be with you, and you’ll experience all the best that National Geographic has to offer from local guides to premiere accommodation. These trips are in a very high budget range, but if it’s in your wheelhouse - it’s a superb way to travel and cover a lot of ground.
Journeys - Part of a partnership with G Adventures, these trips are adventurous and immersive small group excursions imbued with the spirit of National Geographic. The best of two top travel worlds!
Why Choose a Tour With National Geographic Expeditions?
When you travel with National Geographic you are participating in and contributing to a spectacular legacy. Over the years National Geographic has cultivated a reputation for being about cultural exploration, scientific advancement, and broadening perspectives.
Their travel experiences are perfect for anyone wishing to get back to the roots of what adventurous, experiential travel really means and enjoy discovering the world from multiple angles.
Really one of the best parts about traveling on a tour with National Geographic Expeditions is the sheer breadth of knowledge, personal and professional experience their guides bring to the table. They help provide richly detailed context, historical information, and dive into the details of local life, by showing and doing as well as explaining. You the traveler will have the true experience of getting to know a place from the inside out.
If that wasn’t enough of a reason, proceeds from your trip price go towards supporting National Geographic’s ongoing nonprofit work in conservation, exploration, education, and cultural preservation.
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Overseas Adventure Travel (O.A.T. Tours)
#43 Pick of 292 Photography Tour Companies View Profile
Total Trips 19 Trips
Average Price
$ 290 per day
Size Global Operator
Tour Length 17 – 17 days
Trip Prices $ 3,895 – $ 3,895
Service Level Standard
Operator Type
Mixed Land & Cruise
Trips in Photography
1 Tours in Photography
Be careful
Booked for July and gave them $12,000. They talked us into early arrival and then come back to us a two months later saying we can't offer. We have to keep our airlines a day early and now need to find transfer and hotel on our own. Would cancel but would lose $2,000 trip insurance. They talked us into us to arrive early and now cancelling and saying you are on your own. Can't imagine what else will go wrong.
Refund not given after cancelation dur to COVID 19
Wife's trip to Japan was scheduled and paid for in April, 2019. Everything on track until her trip was canceled due to COVID19. She has had three calls with OAT including two with supervisors. In each case, she was told that she could travel anytime until 2022 and that her money would not be refunded. During the latest conversation, she was told no refund due to "Force Majeure". My wife has been laid off and OAT has $8,000 of our money that they are refusing to refund. There is no way to plan a trip in 2021 or 2022 and we need the money for our monthly bills. This is unconscionable behavior. I have filed a complaint with the Massachusetts Attorney General's office and the BBB. Using Force Majeure is particularly troubling since this is not a question of them being protected for canceling our trip (which they did), but about getting our money back. Force Majeure clearly protects them from canceling due to acts of God but has nothing to due with giving them the right to keep our money. Check around: many, many reviews are being written with similar issues. This is clearly taking advantage of seniors during a global pandemic. DO NOT DO BUSINESS WITH THESE PEOPLE.
My favorite OAT adventure
I went to this adventure with my sister-in-law and we had the absolute best time! Our guide were all amazing and our trip leader Martin was exceptional! My sister-i-law had a fall the day we were to meet our group and Martin helped us navigate the urgent care, got her stitched up and stayed by our side until she was tucked into our room. What a waRead more about review stating My favorite OAT adventurey to meet your trip leader but also we knew we were set up with a caring and kind man from the start! This was a truly unique adventure with large cities and also the most serene scenery on earth!
I write this in the mist of the recent pandemic and hope that as soon as this all settles down we can take another trip with OAT. It will be hard to match this trip but we will try!
Heart of India
Trip Style: Small group tour
Founded in 1978, Overseas Adventure Travel specializes in small group and small ship adventure tours. Overseas Adventure Travel (OAT) is now part of the Boston-based Grand Circle Corporation, which also includes Grand Circle Travel and Grand Circle Cruise Line.
Quick Facts
Founded in 1978
Very welcome to solo travelers - Free or low single supplement
Average Tour Price - $4,538
Average Tour Duration - 15 Days
Small Groups - between 10 and 16 travelers, max of 24 on small ship cruises
Travel Style - Culturally immersive and local experiences. Walking between 3-6 miles a day
Age Range - Primarily 50+
What Makes Overseas Adventure Travel Stand Out?
Solo traveler friendly
Cultural immersion
Grand Circle Foundation
Overseas Adventure Travel is solo traveler friendly. They offer free or low single supplements. OAT understands that solo travelers desire to follow their own schedule, desires and needs. They help handle all the details to make sure your trip is affordable, easy and enjoyable.
A major focus of OAT is cultural immersion. Travelers can expect to visit local schools, churches, and homes (where you might be treated to a home-cooked meal). Experienced guides -- all fluent in English -- lead groups off the beaten path when possible.
OAT strives to give back to the world they send travelers around. A portion of all proceeds goes to the Grand Circle Foundation, which supports cultural and educational programs in the countries visited.
Who Will Enjoy Traveling With Overseas Adventure Travel?
Ages 50+
Solo travelers
Cultural enthusiasts
OAT specializes in small group tours around the world serving Americans aged 50 and older. They appeal to the old fashioned - the fact that they still offer a physical catalogue is testament - and their travel style reflects an appreciation of the classics coupled with an adventurous spirit to explore each destination deeper and from a local perspective.
Overall, prices fall into the moderate range, and are especially a bargain for solo travelers, who can save substantially by not having to pay for single supplements. Accommodations are designed to be both comfortable as well as unique and in keeping with the local spirit of the destination. If your hostelling days are over but you feel too adventurous for a standard hotel, OAT will be a great company to travel with.
OAT travelers are those with a passion for culture. They don’t just want to see a destination, they want to experience it. For these travelers, spending a day in a Maasai village in Kenya, eating dinner with a local family in Chile's oasis town and interacting with local musicians at the bustling Libertad Plaza in San Salvador, Belize is a welcomed adventure.
Top Destinations
OAT operates tours all over the world, specializing in remote, off the beaten path destinations. African safaris are an especially popular offering, though you can also travel to Japan, India, Peru, Iceland, Vietnam, Albania, or Morocco, to name just a few of its far-flung destinations. OAT also runs small-ship cruises through the Galapagos, on the Amazon, and along the Turkish coast.
OAT Travel Style
With Overseas Adventure Travel you’ll find a combination of transportation and accommodation styles, but all with an element of comfort. Groups are small, with a max of 16 (24 on small ship cruises).
Accommodations vary, but generally favor being local and non-traditional over a basic centrally located hotel. Their exact words are “emphasis on authenticity, rather than amenities”.
Their style is all about unique and meaningful cultural interaction. While you’ll learn the history and see the famous sights, their true focus is about people and connections. This means you’ll enjoy meals with local families, like you’re just a friend over for dinner; visit schools and see the amazing work being done in small communities. The visceral understanding and perspective that comes from learning to cook traditional meals and make traditional crafts is what you’ll find on an OAT tour.
Why Choose a Tour with OAT?
OAT offers a unique up close and personal experience, guaranteeing that its groups will never exceed more than 10-16 travelers. A spirit of spontaneity is part of what makes traveling with OAT special, as they strive to take advantage of every interesting opportunity during a trip.
Traveling with Overseas Adventure Travel allows for an in depth cultural travel experience in comfort. Many opportunities exist for travelers to find deals, and it’s a great way to meet new friends in a similar age range.
If you traveled extensively in your youth and are not ready to slow down, but perhaps are looking for a few more logistical ducks to be taken care of for you, OAT could be the perfect fit. They offer a variety of options for more independent minded travelers, as well as ample free time to explore and plan your own adventure during cruise port stops and on their group tours.
Alternatively, if this is your first travel experience, OAT will be a great starting point. You’ll gain cultural insights, meet locals, as well as hit on all the best tourist sites that provide cultural and historical context to your destination.
Overseas Adventure Travel Covid Safety Precautions
Through December 31st 2020, Overseas Adventure Travel is offering Risk Free booking. You can transfer your departure with all change fees waived.
Some countries are beginning to reopen to international visitors with entry restrictions while others have remained closed. Stay up to date and see a full list of which countries are open »
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African adventure with something for all family members: climbing the sand
dunes in the early hours to sit and watch the sun come up, desert colour
palatte, sand-boarding at speed, the contrasts of colonial Swakopmund,
township tour and an education in Herero history, game drives in Etosha -
hearing jackals howling whilst in your tent at night, sitting through dark
hours watching the animals at the water hole, searching for those elusive
leopards, closing windows at Waterberg lodge to stop the baboons climbing in
and sharing a terrace with the warthogs, watching an orphaned baby oryx being
fed from a bottle. And of course Jonas' famous BBQ dinners - with stories
around the fire from Jack afterwards! Hundreds of photos and a travel diary
to try and store the memories in a more organised fashion.
Thank you again for a fantastic holiday!
Hard to choose, but probably sitting atop the sand dunes or star gazing in
the desert
Steffan was very knowledgeable about all aspects of the trip - especially the
wildlife. But, you had to ask him questions to learn things, rather than him
teaching us about Namibia. So, I just asked lots of questions!!
For those with younger children, I'd caution that some of the drives are
long, and that it gets very cold in the early mornings both for breakfast and
the first few hours on the bus
Just another thank you!
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Activities4.0
Lodging4.0
Transportation4.0
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Anonymous
October 2018
African adventure with something for all family members: climbing the sand
dunes in the early hours to sit and watch the sun come up, desert colour
palatte, sand-boarding at speed, the contrasts of colonial Swakopmund,
township tour and an education in Herero history, game drives in Etosha -
hearing jackals howling whilst in your tent at night, sitting through dark
hours watching the animals at the water hole, searching for those elusive
leopards, closing windows at Waterberg lodge to stop the baboons climbing in
and sharing a terrace with the warthogs, watching an orphaned baby oryx being
fed from a bottle. And of course Jonas' famous BBQ dinners - with stories
around the fire from Jack afterwards! Hundreds of photos and a travel diary
to try and store the memories in a more organised fashion.
Thank you again for a fantastic holiday!
Hard to choose, but probably sitting atop the sand dunes or star gazing in
the desert
Steffan was very knowledgeable about all aspects of the trip - especially the
wildlife. But, you had to ask him questions to learn things, rather than him
teaching us about Namibia. So, I just asked lots of questions!!
For those with younger children, I'd caution that some of the drives are
long, and that it gets very cold in the early mornings both for breakfast and
the first few hours on the bus
Just another thank you!
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dunes in the early hours to sit and watch the sun come up, desert colour
palatte, sand-boarding at speed, the contrasts of colonial Swakopmund,
township tour and an education in Herero history, game drives in Etosha -
hearing jackals howling whilst in your tent at night, sitting through dark
hours watching the animals at the water hole, searching for those elusive
leopards, closing windows at Waterberg lodge to stop the baboons climbing in
and sharing a terrace with the warthogs, watching an orphaned baby oryx being
fed from a bottle. And of course Jonas' famous BBQ dinners - with stories
around the fire from Jack afterwards! Hundreds of photos and a travel diary
to try and store the memories in a more organised fashion.
Thank you again for a fantastic holiday!
Hard to choose, but probably sitting atop the sand dunes or star gazing in
the desert
Steffan was very knowledgeable about all aspects of the trip - especially the
wildlife. But, you had to ask him questions to learn things, rather than him
teaching us about Namibia. So, I just asked lots of questions!!
For those with younger children, I'd caution that some of the drives are
long, and that it gets very cold in the early mornings both for breakfast and
the first few hours on the bus
Just another thank you!
Absolutely brilliant safari.
Paul Goldstein and the local guides went out of their way to ensure we had
the best experience.
The camp itself was superb and the food was the best we've had on any trip.
The camp managers, Darren & Emma, were very friendly and welcoming and added
to the overall experience.
We would happily go back tomorrow.
The number of big cat sightings, which was due to the spotting skills and
patience of the guides.
Paul Goldstein is a legend. Inspirational and great fun, you learn so much
just from being with him.
Get on the next plane out. You won't regret it.
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Activities5.0
Lodging5.0
Transportation5.0
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Anonymous
August 2018
Absolutely brilliant safari.
Paul Goldstein and the local guides went out of their way to ensure we had
the best experience.
The camp itself was superb and the food was the best we've had on any trip.
The camp managers, Darren & Emma, were very friendly and welcoming and added
to the overall experience.
We would happily go back tomorrow.
The number of big cat sightings, which was due to the spotting skills and
patience of the guides.
Paul Goldstein is a legend. Inspirational and great fun, you learn so much
just from being with him.
Get on the next plane out. You won't regret it.
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Paul Goldstein and the local guides went out of their way to ensure we had
the best experience.
The camp itself was superb and the food was the best we've had on any trip.
The camp managers, Darren & Emma, were very friendly and welcoming and added
to the overall experience.
We would happily go back tomorrow.
The number of big cat sightings, which was due to the spotting skills and
patience of the guides.
Paul Goldstein is a legend. Inspirational and great fun, you learn so much
just from being with him.
Get on the next plane out. You won't regret it.
Another amazing week in the Masai Mara. Don't be afraid to go during the
"rainy season". We had so many top quality sightings of leopards with cubs,
lions with cubs, a cheetah kill and a new born elephant. Of course this
cannot be guaranteed but we had very good fortune as well as maxing the time
out searching for photographic opportunities. The guides were excellent and
worked hard to get us into the best position for photos, whilst respecting
the animals and ensuring they weren't disturbed by our presence. Lovely food
and comfy tents - hot water bottles in our beds and in the jeeps were
well-received.
Spending quality time with a new-born elephant who was learning to walk and
suckle and very playful leopard cubs
Paul Goldstein - you can read all about him in other reviews.
Without doubt, you won't find a more hardworking guide, determined to
maximise your experience
Brace yourself for getting up around 5am and not returning to camp until
19.30 - every day. This safari isn't for wimps.
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Guide5.0
Activities5.0
Lodging5.0
Transportation5.0
Meals5.0
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Anonymous
August 2018
Another amazing week in the Masai Mara. Don't be afraid to go during the
"rainy season". We had so many top quality sightings of leopards with cubs,
lions with cubs, a cheetah kill and a new born elephant. Of course this
cannot be guaranteed but we had very good fortune as well as maxing the time
out searching for photographic opportunities. The guides were excellent and
worked hard to get us into the best position for photos, whilst respecting
the animals and ensuring they weren't disturbed by our presence. Lovely food
and comfy tents - hot water bottles in our beds and in the jeeps were
well-received.
Spending quality time with a new-born elephant who was learning to walk and
suckle and very playful leopard cubs
Paul Goldstein - you can read all about him in other reviews.
Without doubt, you won't find a more hardworking guide, determined to
maximise your experience
Brace yourself for getting up around 5am and not returning to camp until
19.30 - every day. This safari isn't for wimps.
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"rainy season". We had so many top quality sightings of leopards with cubs,
lions with cubs, a cheetah kill and a new born elephant. Of course this
cannot be guaranteed but we had very good fortune as well as maxing the time
out searching for photographic opportunities. The guides were excellent and
worked hard to get us into the best position for photos, whilst respecting
the animals and ensuring they weren't disturbed by our presence. Lovely food
and comfy tents - hot water bottles in our beds and in the jeeps were
well-received.
Spending quality time with a new-born elephant who was learning to walk and
suckle and very playful leopard cubs
Paul Goldstein - you can read all about him in other reviews.
Without doubt, you won't find a more hardworking guide, determined to
maximise your experience
Brace yourself for getting up around 5am and not returning to camp until
19.30 - every day. This safari isn't for wimps.
This was our first trip to Africa and it far exceeded expectations. The
itinerary was balanced and very well organised and we were fortunate to see a
huge variety of wildlife - including four of the 'big five' on the first day!
Although there were (by necessity) some long drives, the vehicle was
comfortable and well-driven by Sofiso. Our guide Rowan both entertained us
and still continued to point out interesting features and wildlife all along
the way, making sure we didn't miss a thing! There was a variety of
accommodation and even the tents in the Delta were comfortable.
Our focus was the wildlife and the amount and variety were superlative.
There were just so many highlights that choosing just one is impossible! The
visit to the Okavango Delta via mokoros, camping and the game walks were
inspirational. Whilst here, we watched an elephant approach our camp and then
wander over to a palm tree where it proceeded to shake the tree trunk
vigorously, causing the palm nuts to rain down. We watched it eat the nuts
and then repeat the performance - magic.
Watching a huge flock of vibrant lesser flamingos flying in the evening light
at the Makgadikgadi Salt pans.
In Chobe, seeing a leopard resting up a tree twitching its tail, guarding its
impala prey.
At Matobo, standing within a few metres from a mother white rhino and her
baby (and her teenage calf) and then going to visit centuries old cave
paintings which captured the wildlife so accurately (including rhino!).
In Hwange, looking into the faces of lion cubs who were resting in the shade
after a big meal.
Rowan was very knowledgable, friendly, fun and enthusiastic and helped us to
get the full benefit from all our trips. He quickly made sure that the group
was a cohesive unit in which we were all equal. He was extremely well
organised throughout the trip and at border crossings gave us all very clear
guidance as to what we needed to do, making these parts of the trip go as
smoothly as possible, too.
Rowan prepared and served us some great meals after long days on excursions.
We often enjoyed these sitting round the camp fire at night and he still had
the energy to entertain us into the evening!
Couldn't have asked for more!
We were surprised just how cold the early morning game drives were in open
vehicles (we were there in July/ August; winter). The blankets provided
certainly helped, but we probably should have taken light windproof jackets
as well as fleeces. We had hats and gloves and also neck buffs - the latter
very useful to protect against the dust as well as to keep warm/ stop any
biting insects/ protect from the sun! We weren't troubled by insects, as it
happened!
We took US dollars which were fine for Zimbabwe, but local shops & traders in
Botswana preferred pula. There were plenty of opportunities to stop at ATMs
for these so this was not a problem.
If you are thinking about booking this trip - do it! It is worth thinking
about what you hope to see and planning the time of year accordingly.
(Victoria Falls still had plenty of water, even at the beginning of August).
We certainly had an experience of a lifetime.
Details
Value5.0
Guide5.0
Activities5.0
Lodging5.0
Transportation5.0
Meals5.0
A
Anonymous
August 2018
This was our first trip to Africa and it far exceeded expectations. The
itinerary was balanced and very well organised and we were fortunate to see a
huge variety of wildlife - including four of the 'big five' on the first day!
Although there were (by necessity) some long drives, the vehicle was
comfortable and well-driven by Sofiso. Our guide Rowan both entertained us
and still continued to point out interesting features and wildlife all along
the way, making sure we didn't miss a thing! There was a variety of
accommodation and even the tents in the Delta were comfortable.
Our focus was the wildlife and the amount and variety were superlative.
There were just so many highlights that choosing just one is impossible! The
visit to the Okavango Delta via mokoros, camping and the game walks were
inspirational. Whilst here, we watched an elephant approach our camp and then
wander over to a palm tree where it proceeded to shake the tree trunk
vigorously, causing the palm nuts to rain down. We watched it eat the nuts
and then repeat the performance - magic.
Watching a huge flock of vibrant lesser flamingos flying in the evening light
at the Makgadikgadi Salt pans.
In Chobe, seeing a leopard resting up a tree twitching its tail, guarding its
impala prey.
At Matobo, standing within a few metres from a mother white rhino and her
baby (and her teenage calf) and then going to visit centuries old cave
paintings which captured the wildlife so accurately (including rhino!).
In Hwange, looking into the faces of lion cubs who were resting in the shade
after a big meal.
Rowan was very knowledgable, friendly, fun and enthusiastic and helped us to
get the full benefit from all our trips. He quickly made sure that the group
was a cohesive unit in which we were all equal. He was extremely well
organised throughout the trip and at border crossings gave us all very clear
guidance as to what we needed to do, making these parts of the trip go as
smoothly as possible, too.
Rowan prepared and served us some great meals after long days on excursions.
We often enjoyed these sitting round the camp fire at night and he still had
the energy to entertain us into the evening!
Couldn't have asked for more!
We were surprised just how cold the early morning game drives were in open
vehicles (we were there in July/ August; winter). The blankets provided
certainly helped, but we probably should have taken light windproof jackets
as well as fleeces. We had hats and gloves and also neck buffs - the latter
very useful to protect against the dust as well as to keep warm/ stop any
biting insects/ protect from the sun! We weren't troubled by insects, as it
happened!
We took US dollars which were fine for Zimbabwe, but local shops & traders in
Botswana preferred pula. There were plenty of opportunities to stop at ATMs
for these so this was not a problem.
If you are thinking about booking this trip - do it! It is worth thinking
about what you hope to see and planning the time of year accordingly.
(Victoria Falls still had plenty of water, even at the beginning of August).
We certainly had an experience of a lifetime.
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itinerary was balanced and very well organised and we were fortunate to see a
huge variety of wildlife - including four of the 'big five' on the first day!
Although there were (by necessity) some long drives, the vehicle was
comfortable and well-driven by Sofiso. Our guide Rowan both entertained us
and still continued to point out interesting features and wildlife all along
the way, making sure we didn't miss a thing! There was a variety of
accommodation and even the tents in the Delta were comfortable.
Our focus was the wildlife and the amount and variety were superlative.
There were just so many highlights that choosing just one is impossible! The
visit to the Okavango Delta via mokoros, camping and the game walks were
inspirational. Whilst here, we watched an elephant approach our camp and then
wander over to a palm tree where it proceeded to shake the tree trunk
vigorously, causing the palm nuts to rain down. We watched it eat the nuts
and then repeat the performance - magic.
Watching a huge flock of vibrant lesser flamingos flying in the evening light
at the Makgadikgadi Salt pans.
In Chobe, seeing a leopard resting up a tree twitching its tail, guarding its
impala prey.
At Matobo, standing within a few metres from a mother white rhino and her
baby (and her teenage calf) and then going to visit centuries old cave
paintings which captured the wildlife so accurately (including rhino!).
In Hwange, looking into the faces of lion cubs who were resting in the shade
after a big meal.
Rowan was very knowledgable, friendly, fun and enthusiastic and helped us to
get the full benefit from all our trips. He quickly made sure that the group
was a cohesive unit in which we were all equal. He was extremely well
organised throughout the trip and at border crossings gave us all very clear
guidance as to what we needed to do, making these parts of the trip go as
smoothly as possible, too.
Rowan prepared and served us some great meals after long days on excursions.
We often enjoyed these sitting round the camp fire at night and he still had
the energy to entertain us into the evening!
Couldn't have asked for more!
We were surprised just how cold the early morning game drives were in open
vehicles (we were there in July/ August; winter). The blankets provided
certainly helped, but we probably should have taken light windproof jackets
as well as fleeces. We had hats and gloves and also neck buffs - the latter
very useful to protect against the dust as well as to keep warm/ stop any
biting insects/ protect from the sun! We weren't troubled by insects, as it
happened!
We took US dollars which were fine for Zimbabwe, but local shops & traders in
Botswana preferred pula. There were plenty of opportunities to stop at ATMs
for these so this was not a problem.
If you are thinking about booking this trip - do it! It is worth thinking
about what you hope to see and planning the time of year accordingly.
(Victoria Falls still had plenty of water, even at the beginning of August).
We certainly had an experience of a lifetime.
I am an experienced Exodus/Africa client as I love both the continent and the
Exodus tours I have completed there. This present tour was outstanding in the
scope, the experiences and the group: all influenced by our excellent leader
Rowan. The itinerary encompasses game drives and walking drives which were
very productive. We saw all the usual big 5 but had some special experiences-
a leopard up a tree in full camera view with its fresh impala breakfast, wild
dogs [our guides said we were VERY lucky] and a rare as hen's teeth caracal
in the light of day begging from a parking attendant. WOW!
The combination of two countries in one tour encompasses some amazing
scenery, including the majestic Victoria Falls. Wild camping on the
extraordinary Okovango Delta is a once in a lifetime experience. Our group
shared interests and enthusiasms and we became addicted to the Millionaire
Quiz app to which our leader introduced. Who thought we could be so
competitive in such a jolly way!
The three amazing and very special animal sightings: leopard with kill, wild
dogs and caracal. Last experience probably never to be repeated in a lifetime
and special to me as my Abyssinian breed cat is descended ultimately from the
African caracal.
Hi is ace!!!!!!!
His organisational skills and enthusiastic love of Africa shine through.
A really god shopper and cook too over very many meals. An Exodus tour
marches on its tummy we know and we marched well and on time.
Do not hesitate if you love the African experience: this is a very special
tour.
Details
Value5.0
Guide5.0
Activities5.0
Lodging5.0
Transportation5.0
Meals5.0
A
Anonymous
August 2018
I am an experienced Exodus/Africa client as I love both the continent and the
Exodus tours I have completed there. This present tour was outstanding in the
scope, the experiences and the group: all influenced by our excellent leader
Rowan. The itinerary encompasses game drives and walking drives which were
very productive. We saw all the usual big 5 but had some special experiences-
a leopard up a tree in full camera view with its fresh impala breakfast, wild
dogs [our guides said we were VERY lucky] and a rare as hen's teeth caracal
in the light of day begging from a parking attendant. WOW!
The combination of two countries in one tour encompasses some amazing
scenery, including the majestic Victoria Falls. Wild camping on the
extraordinary Okovango Delta is a once in a lifetime experience. Our group
shared interests and enthusiasms and we became addicted to the Millionaire
Quiz app to which our leader introduced. Who thought we could be so
competitive in such a jolly way!
The three amazing and very special animal sightings: leopard with kill, wild
dogs and caracal. Last experience probably never to be repeated in a lifetime
and special to me as my Abyssinian breed cat is descended ultimately from the
African caracal.
Hi is ace!!!!!!!
His organisational skills and enthusiastic love of Africa shine through.
A really god shopper and cook too over very many meals. An Exodus tour
marches on its tummy we know and we marched well and on time.
Do not hesitate if you love the African experience: this is a very special
tour.
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Exodus tours I have completed there. This present tour was outstanding in the
scope, the experiences and the group: all influenced by our excellent leader
Rowan. The itinerary encompasses game drives and walking drives which were
very productive. We saw all the usual big 5 but had some special experiences-
a leopard up a tree in full camera view with its fresh impala breakfast, wild
dogs [our guides said we were VERY lucky] and a rare as hen's teeth caracal
in the light of day begging from a parking attendant. WOW!
The combination of two countries in one tour encompasses some amazing
scenery, including the majestic Victoria Falls. Wild camping on the
extraordinary Okovango Delta is a once in a lifetime experience. Our group
shared interests and enthusiasms and we became addicted to the Millionaire
Quiz app to which our leader introduced. Who thought we could be so
competitive in such a jolly way!
The three amazing and very special animal sightings: leopard with kill, wild
dogs and caracal. Last experience probably never to be repeated in a lifetime
and special to me as my Abyssinian breed cat is descended ultimately from the
African caracal.
Hi is ace!!!!!!!
His organisational skills and enthusiastic love of Africa shine through.
A really god shopper and cook too over very many meals. An Exodus tour
marches on its tummy we know and we marched well and on time.
Do not hesitate if you love the African experience: this is a very special
tour.
This was a fantastic trip, helped by a great group of people. Both the
guide and driver were very knowledable and we all learnt a lot. The long
drives were helped by Rowan our guide reading out who wants to be a
millionaire from his phone and after several attempts we beat the odds!
Some of the group were nervous about camping in the Okovango delta but it was
glamping rather than camping and this proved to be one of the most enjoyable
2 days the trip. Mornings were chilly but we all layered up and with the help
of blankets on the game vehicals managed to keep warm. The trip notes were
inaccurate in the meals we had provided by the guide which worked out in our
favour. Most of us felt that all evening meals with the exception of Victoria
falls should be included.
Rowan provided good meals and there was plenty to eat.
We missed out on seeing lions and leopards but did see the most difficult cat
to spot the cheeteh so that more than made up for it and as it is wildlife
there are never any guarntees. When I booked this trip it was the animals I
was most interested in but this has lit in me an interest in birds that I
never knew I had and I hope to continue spotting and photographing bird in
future.
Victoria falls were amazing and I would recommend both the sunset dinner
cruise and the helicopter flight over the falls both were superb.
Coming face to face with a white Rhino whist walking with our knowledgeable
guide, John.
The evening cruise on the Chobe river was truely amazing with a wealth of
animals and birds at close quaters.
Rowan was fabulous as was Safiso our driver.
My only critisism would be that he did not ask far enough in advance if
anyone wanted to fly in a helicopter over the Okovango Delta, this could also
have been arranged by exodus in advance back in England. This meant we missed
out on this but we did manage a plane flight.
Yes take a warm hat in winter months, this should be added to the kit list.
Long jonhs or legging were useful too and a pair of gloves would have been
welcome first thing in the mornings.
Most of the accomodation was great but I would suggest exodus look for anothe
lodge in Maun as River nest cottages is fairly run down compared to the other
lodges we stayed at. The locks on my windows would not shut and others had
issues with showers etc.
Details
Value5.0
Guide5.0
Activities5.0
Lodging5.0
Transportation5.0
Meals5.0
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Anonymous
August 2018
This was a fantastic trip, helped by a great group of people. Both the
guide and driver were very knowledable and we all learnt a lot. The long
drives were helped by Rowan our guide reading out who wants to be a
millionaire from his phone and after several attempts we beat the odds!
Some of the group were nervous about camping in the Okovango delta but it was
glamping rather than camping and this proved to be one of the most enjoyable
2 days the trip. Mornings were chilly but we all layered up and with the help
of blankets on the game vehicals managed to keep warm. The trip notes were
inaccurate in the meals we had provided by the guide which worked out in our
favour. Most of us felt that all evening meals with the exception of Victoria
falls should be included.
Rowan provided good meals and there was plenty to eat.
We missed out on seeing lions and leopards but did see the most difficult cat
to spot the cheeteh so that more than made up for it and as it is wildlife
there are never any guarntees. When I booked this trip it was the animals I
was most interested in but this has lit in me an interest in birds that I
never knew I had and I hope to continue spotting and photographing bird in
future.
Victoria falls were amazing and I would recommend both the sunset dinner
cruise and the helicopter flight over the falls both were superb.
Coming face to face with a white Rhino whist walking with our knowledgeable
guide, John.
The evening cruise on the Chobe river was truely amazing with a wealth of
animals and birds at close quaters.
Rowan was fabulous as was Safiso our driver.
My only critisism would be that he did not ask far enough in advance if
anyone wanted to fly in a helicopter over the Okovango Delta, this could also
have been arranged by exodus in advance back in England. This meant we missed
out on this but we did manage a plane flight.
Yes take a warm hat in winter months, this should be added to the kit list.
Long jonhs or legging were useful too and a pair of gloves would have been
welcome first thing in the mornings.
Most of the accomodation was great but I would suggest exodus look for anothe
lodge in Maun as River nest cottages is fairly run down compared to the other
lodges we stayed at. The locks on my windows would not shut and others had
issues with showers etc.
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guide and driver were very knowledable and we all learnt a lot. The long
drives were helped by Rowan our guide reading out who wants to be a
millionaire from his phone and after several attempts we beat the odds!
Some of the group were nervous about camping in the Okovango delta but it was
glamping rather than camping and this proved to be one of the most enjoyable
2 days the trip. Mornings were chilly but we all layered up and with the help
of blankets on the game vehicals managed to keep warm. The trip notes were
inaccurate in the meals we had provided by the guide which worked out in our
favour. Most of us felt that all evening meals with the exception of Victoria
falls should be included.
Rowan provided good meals and there was plenty to eat.
We missed out on seeing lions and leopards but did see the most difficult cat
to spot the cheeteh so that more than made up for it and as it is wildlife
there are never any guarntees. When I booked this trip it was the animals I
was most interested in but this has lit in me an interest in birds that I
never knew I had and I hope to continue spotting and photographing bird in
future.
Victoria falls were amazing and I would recommend both the sunset dinner
cruise and the helicopter flight over the falls both were superb.
Coming face to face with a white Rhino whist walking with our knowledgeable
guide, John.
The evening cruise on the Chobe river was truely amazing with a wealth of
animals and birds at close quaters.
Rowan was fabulous as was Safiso our driver.
My only critisism would be that he did not ask far enough in advance if
anyone wanted to fly in a helicopter over the Okovango Delta, this could also
have been arranged by exodus in advance back in England. This meant we missed
out on this but we did manage a plane flight.
Yes take a warm hat in winter months, this should be added to the kit list.
Long jonhs or legging were useful too and a pair of gloves would have been
welcome first thing in the mornings.
Most of the accomodation was great but I would suggest exodus look for anothe
lodge in Maun as River nest cottages is fairly run down compared to the other
lodges we stayed at. The locks on my windows would not shut and others had
issues with showers etc.
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