Mount Kilimanjaro Trek
5 from 7 reviews
Damon W
Where to start with a review of an amazing adventure? We arrived and made our way to the start accommodations, The Ngare Sero Mountain lodge. Active Adventures picked a great lodge to start this trip at. Set in a small reserve with a small lake and surrounded by jungle. Lots of birds and monkeys to observe while walking around the many walking trails on the reserve. The rooms and food were excellent and the staff were friendly and helpful. Perfect place to prepare yourself for the next phase of this adventure, hiking up Mt. Kilimanjaro. We met with Mel, our Active Adventures guide, and Olariv, our mountain guide, the day before heading to the mountain and received a very informative briefing about what was to come. On to the Mountain! The team, lead by Olariv, that Active Adventures paired with were amazing. Point to a plant, see a bird, hear a sound echoing through the trees, they could tell you about it. The camps they set up and the equipment they provided (tents, sleeping bags, etc.) were top notch. Even at the highest altitudes we slept warm and comfortable. And the food that their chef, Joseph, prepared was delicious. Throughout it all, Mel, made sure everything ran smoothly. All of this made the hike up the mountain a very great experience. It was great to have because the hike itself was tough. Not impossible tough but no stroll through the park either. Olariv and his team took great care to pay attention to everyone on our trip, closely watching health indicators and carefully setting the pace to ensure we all were successful. Standing on top of Mt. Kilimanjaro made every step worth it! Thank you, Active Adventures, for putting together an amazing trip and excellent team to take us to the top of Africa.
| January 1970
Serengeti Safari
4.8 from 5 reviews
Damon W
We joined the Serengeti Safari after completing the Mount Kilimanjaro trek (If you’re thinking of doing both, I highly recommend doing the Kilimanjaro trek first, the Safari makes a nice relaxing victory lap!) and Active Adventures made the connection between the trips flawless. We met up with our guides, Simon and Douglas and headed out to visit a Maasai homestead. The cultural exchange was a very enlightening and enjoyable experience. The next day it was off to the Ngorongoro crater and it was something else! Animals as far as the eye could see in every direction. Everything you could want to see and more. Then it was off to the Serengeti. While there was a lot of driving involved, the vehicles we traveled in were comfortable and great for viewing the animals and surrounding landscape. Douglas and Simon were amazing spotters and full of knowledge of the wildlife that surrounded us (Douglas was especially good at identifying birds!!). The campsites we used throughout were excellent. Delicious food and wonderful vistas at each one. All had spacious tents with attached bathrooms and comfortable beds. Falling to sleep to the sounds of lions and hippos grunting in the distance is a surreal experience. Douglas and Simon worked tirelessly to find the animals everyone wants to see and using their knowledge and clues from other guides we ended our safari sighting the last of the Big 5 on our checklist, a leopard hiding in the tall grass of the Serengeti. What a sight to end the adventure on! This was a great adventure, and I would highly recommend it to anyone wanting to see the wildlife of Africa.
| January 1970
Glacier National Park Adventure
4.9 from 143 reviews
Tyna E
This was my first trip with Austin Adventures but won't be my last. The ability to relax and let the guides take care of all the details was priceless. The hotels were incredible. It was wonderful to have someone in charge of luggage, dinner reservations, park passes, snacks, activities. My job was to be a specific place at a specific time. The fears I had before the trip quickly diminished when I met Alexandra and Steve. They were personable, in charge and excited about our time together. The food was FABULOUS. Alexandra is a great organizer and foodie. Loved her buffalo burritos and restaurant choices. Steven kept things moving and laughable. Steve doing "the floss" on top of the van during Going to the Sun bike ride was a great distraction and wonderful memory. Austin Adventures took the headache out of park passes, getting us into lodges that book 2 years in advance, knowing the best restaurants, being a mobile bandaid applier, sunscreen provider, mosquito repellant administrator as well as support to carry the luggage and encourage us along the trails. Top drawer, Top notch and 5 Stars all the way.
| January 1970
Glacier National Park Adventure
4.9 from 143 reviews
Nancy R
Austin Adventures goes above and beyond when it comes to customer service. The guides are caring, knowledgeable and fun. Our safety is of utmost importance and our bellies are always full! Thank you for a trip of a lifetime.
| January 1970
Banff & Jasper Adventure
4.9 from 125 reviews
Peter Q
The lack of a breakfast at Baker Creek was the only disappointment resulting in the rating of 8 above. It was three breakfasts that I ate my leftovers from the night before.
| January 1970
Ultimate Galapagos Islands Adventure
4.7 from 1376 reviews
Karen V
Excellent, the trip of a lifetime!
| January 1970
Yellowstone Family Vacation
4.9 from 321 reviews
Constantia S
We wanted to have our grandsons, aged 17,14 and 10, experience outdoor activities that this trip offered and to be exposed to this incredibly beautiful national park. It was a huge success enjoyed by our grandsons, their parents and my husband and me. Our guides, David, Kathy and Kevin are remarkable people They were beyond accommodating, extremely knowledgeable , fun and very, very hard working. We were surprised that they prepared our delicious lunches While we were relaxing in the evening, they were working behind the scenes. Our accommodations were good, the activities well planned and the guides
| January 1970
Yellowstone Family Vacation
4.9 from 321 reviews
Richard S
Our guides were Kathy, David and Kevin. They were outstanding! They should be cloned. I would follow them anywhere they want to take me. They always had my back. I am older and was the oldest person on our trip. No matter, they treated me with respect and always helped me whenever I needed it. The fact that they prepared three lunches and a dinner was impressive. I have been on quite a few travel companies and the guides did not do this. We had the "A" team!
I miss them. Want to link again!
| January 1970
Ultimate Galapagos Islands Adventure
4.7 from 1376 reviews
Jamie R
We loved our trip! We learned so much about the islands, the animals, the plants, the people. I teach high school biology and I can’t wait to share all the things I learned with my students and colleagues.
| January 1970
Yellowstone, Glacier & Grand Teton Adventure
4.8 from 41 reviews
Joanna N
It was a good overview to the National Parks, however, I think the itinerary could have been a little more efficient to get more time in the Parks. The hotels varied quite a bit - suggest eliminating the Fairmont Hot Springs hotel. Not up to the other lodging standards. Guides were enthusiastic, nice, and did all they could to make the experience great.
| January 1970
Yellowstone, Glacier & Grand Teton Adventure
4.8 from 41 reviews
Angie W
Overall, a well planned itinerary, activities, and meals. Our guides - Grace and Ryan - worked so hard to make this a great experience for our group. The van must be addressed - 10 older adults riding for hours at a time in a cramped van really detracted from the trip.
| January 1970
Yellowstone, Glacier & Grand Teton Adventure
4.8 from 41 reviews
Tony N
Ryan and Grace were fantastic. 10 for both of them. Scenery was easily an 11! The van itself that we rode in was below par and one of the hotels was simply icky.
| January 1970
Ultimate Galapagos Islands Adventure
4.7 from 1376 reviews
Saketh P
On top of our excellent planned activities and observation of unique wildlife, we were lucky enough to have a guide who had an exceptional knowledge of his home islands. In addition to his knowledge, he was particularly patient with each and every one of our questions (which impressed me)
| January 1970
Ultimate Galapagos Islands Adventure
4.7 from 1376 reviews
Tristan W
Excellent, the trip of a lifetime!
| January 1970
Tour Du Mont Blanc
4.7 from 219 reviews
Joseph R
Excellent, the trip of a lifetime!
| January 1970
Ultimate Galapagos Islands Adventure
4.7 from 1376 reviews
Sarat P
An appropriate title for a trip to The Galapagos. The accommodations were the best available on each island. The activities were not overly strenuous and the variety that included hiking, biking, kayaking and snorkeling kept things fresh.
Our guide, Pablo’s enthusiasm for nature was infectious. His extensive knowledge helped me appreciate the significance of the subtle variations in the flora of each island. He was particularly helpful in introducing me to snorkeling. He made the exploration of these islands that much more memorable.
| January 1970
Ultimate Galapagos Islands Adventure
4.7 from 1376 reviews
John V
There are no words to describe the impact of our trip to Galapagos. Our tour guides (and we know the great team behind them) saw to every detail to allow us to fully experience everything possible. The knowledge of the guides about flora, fauna, culture, history, geography, etc. was astounding. Accommodations were excellent. And the "active" in Active Adventures allowed us to see and feel so much more than I have heard others describe what they have experienced of the Galapagos from cruise trips. Both have their benefits, I know, but for our family the on the ground aspect of this tour was very impactful. Active Adventures is one class act. Can't wait to plan our next adventure with them!
| January 1970
Tour Du Mont Blanc
4.7 from 219 reviews
Anne R
My husband & I loved this trip! Our guides were friendly & accommodating. The hiking was challenging, but the views were awe inspiring! The accommodations were great & the food was delicious!
| January 1970
Costa Rica Guanacaste Family Vacation
4.8 from 22 reviews
Raymond M
I can't be more thankful for our hospitable guide (Roy) and devoted driver (Jose). They worked incredibly well as a team and made my family feel welcomed and well cared for. Roy had a vast amount ok knowledge that he shared enthusiastically. He had a knowledgeable answer for any question we threw at him! He showed us a fantastic time! Costa Rica is a beautiful place, I'm grateful we got to experience it.
| January 1970
Glacier National Park Adventure
4.9 from 143 reviews
Donna W
I thought the trip was well organized and fun. This was our first group /tour type vacation trip and we don't have anything to compare it to but I think it was done very well. The Austin team of Alexandra Richman and Steve Johnson were perfect. They were always professional and attentive. They both executed their jobs well.
| January 1970
Yellowstone, Big Sky & Paradise Valley Family Vacation
4.9 from 177 reviews
Sandy P
The trip was amazing! Every detail was thought of and the years of experience showed in the curation of our daily itinerary.
| January 1970
Banff & Jasper Adventure
4.9 from 125 reviews
Bob K
The guides were outstanding! All the people who attended the Banff / Jasper tour got along well and befriended one another right from the beginning. Everyday, when we thought nothing could top that, the next day was different and just as exciting. The biking was nice... the hiking was better, the Glacier and rafting was fantastic. Going back to the beginning statement, it was the people (the guests) and the guides who made the trip.
| January 1970
Banff & Jasper Adventure
4.9 from 125 reviews
Sharon B
A wonderful, well, rounded trip that handled all the small quirky details with professionalism and enabled our family to enjoy our time together.
| January 1970
Glacier National Park Adventure
4.9 from 143 reviews
Jonathan B
Another memorable trip with the Austin Adventures group. This was our first US trip as the others were The Sacred Valley of Peru and The Galapagos, both of which were booked through AA but coordinated by a local country operator. Our guides, Sasha and Steve, were fantastic and their vibrant personalities and sense of humor helped the entire group of 12 bond immediately. Although we always love the scenery, the food and the nature adventures, the memories we bring back and the photos we take are all about the people we meet on these trips. This trip did not disappoint us in that aspect! I gave it an 8 only because our two previous trips mentioned above set the bar with a 10!
| January 1970