Stunning treks and a memorable Beagle Channel cruise made this Patagonia adventure truly unforgettable.
The organisation and the food were excellent – easily the best I have had on a trek. The food was both good to eat and plentiful. The cook at the second camp was particularly good and his baked salmon dish was the best meal of the trip – better than anything the restaurants produced.
Difficult to pick out one particular highlight as we had amazing views of Fitzroy, Paine, and Ushuaia. The whole trip was wonderful, but if there has to be one particular highlight, I would probably select the morning spent on the Beagle Channel.
An unforgettable Galapagos cruise aboard the Anahi delivered wildlife encounters, stunning views, and flawless service.
The ship, the Anahi, was excellent, and the islands were amazing. Highlights: Snorkelling with sea lions, sunrises on the top deck, sunsets at the bar. The boat, the MC Anahi, was excellent. Good cabins, well serviced, excellent food, friendly well-organised crew, superb guide, great itinerary. It couldn’t have been better.
A flawless and heartwarming trekking experience through Peru’s stunning Ausangate region exceeded every expectation.
Speaking for myself, the Ausangate trek, end to end, was superb and was easily my high point. The uniqueness of the trip, the quality of the walk, the height of the lodges, the warmth of the fellow guests, the genuine helpfulness and friendliness of the staff and guides all combined to make something extremely special and that I don’t think could be repeated.
The accommodation varied from good to superb. The food was certainly a surprise and was of a much higher standard than expected. The guides were both top class and the overall organisation was exemplary. Could not be any better, from initial conversations, which were many, to the booking process.
A flawlessly organized Ecuadorian adventure combined the Amazon’s wild beauty with a breathtaking Galapagos cruise.
Both Amazon rainforest and Galapagos were excellent. The boat selection and the cruise itinerary were outstanding.
Everything was perfectly organised. All parts of the trip fully in line with the itinerary. Local representatives were available at the meeting points, they organised the documentation, the transport, everything.
Everything was excellent, the guides were very professional and helpful. Accommodation was also well selected, fully in line with the expectations. Next time, we will spend more time in Ecuador and visit other parts of this fascinating country.
A superbly guided Galapagos journey delivered wildlife wonders, great food, and unforgettable island experiences.
The food was really good and beyond my expectation. The restaurants chosen on the whole were excellent.
Best hotel was Albermarle on Isabela. Great location and very well run unit with nice touches like tea/coffee in reception at all times. Blue Marlin on San Cristobal good too but not in same class as above. Hotel on Floreana was very basic with poor showers- either got scalded or ice cold…however what a location right on beach.
Really had a great time. Guide on Galapagos first rate and he really helped make the tour. Loads of experience and born in the islands. Good people person and he really helped get best out of holiday.
Good itinerary and we were lucky with weather as island transfers were fine.
A luxurious and beautifully arranged Peruvian journey blended elegant hotels with rich cultural experiences.
Thank you for organising such a splendid trip for us. Overall we were happy with how it turned out. The two best hotels were the Casa Andina Private Collection in Arequipa and the El Mercado Tunqui in Cusco. The guides were of a particularly high standard. We enjoyed Peru very much ( we really needed a little longer in Cusco) and are grateful to you for arranging it all.
A seamless Galapagos adventure filled with friendly wildlife, oceanfront stays, and unforgettable guided experiences.
Highlight is definitely the Galapagos. I loved the animals & their friendly nature, all of the trips & activities, the people & the guide was awesome. The fact that this part of our trip ran so smoothly & the accommodation was good particularly being so close to the sea.
I would definitely recommend Andean Trails to others.
Expert organization and glacier views made this sunny Patagonia trekking adventure truly unforgettable.
The overall organization was excellent, especially with the chauffeurs at key points taking all the stress from us. The weather was great with a bit of everything, but mostly sunny and warm. Views on the glacier were amazing and very appreciated after a four hours of trekking.
A rewarding trek to Choquequirao blended rich culture, stunning scenery, and heartfelt local hospitality.
Choquequirao was fabulous, remote , a real sense of achievement having trekked in, the guide was really informative and there was a spiritual feel to it. Hotels absolutely fine as expected – tents new clean and functional first class – on Trek food was fabulous and way beyond expectations – fresh local produce prepared with a skill and passion that I have no idea how it was managed .
This was an excellent package and delivered exactly what I hoped and expected and having met new friends and a great support team really a bit more than expected.
A life-changing Galapagos adventure delivered unforgettable wildlife encounters and pure holiday perfection.
This has to be one of my best trips ever!! Highly recommended! The Galapagos has to be on everyone’s bucket list!
I am reborn! Simply the best holiday I have ever been on. I don’t think I would change anything.
A challenging and rewarding Lares Valley trek offered breathtaking altitude views and exceptional support throughout.
The highlight was really reaching the highest point of the trek on Day 2 at 4732m. It was tough moving at those altitude, we also experienced a small hailstorm enroute.
I was very satisfied with the standard of the accommodation, food and guides.
A flawlessly organized journey combined biking and trekking in Peru with unforgettable wildlife adventures in the Galapagos.
The trip was brilliantly well organised by yourselves. Everything worked as it should in that all transport arrangements were great and people appeared where they should and delivered more than we could have ever expected.
Guides for the Cusco City tour (Clara) and the Peru mountain biking trip (Carlos) were excellent and both trips were very informative and comprehensive. The mountain biking provided a good acclimatisation opportunity for us, although we weren’t up the 20 miles it was suggested we do at the outset.
We felt your kit lists and general advice was great for preparing us for what to expect.
An expertly organized Peruvian journey combined exhilarating trekking with a peaceful and rejuvenating Amazon finale.
Organisation was excellent. We were happy with all of our guides, they were knowledgeable and personable. Food was great and I liked that all of the hotels had some history behind them. We loved the order; it was nice to have the slower paced Amazon after the big hike. I think if the Amazon had been first, I would have been impatient to get going and do more, but as it was, all the down time was much appreciated.
A self-guided Patagonia journey revealed the breathtaking beauty of Torres del Paine and its unforgettable W Trek.
The week in Torres Del Paine was incredible – I think honestly one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever been to. I would definitely recommend it as a “must-see”. Our hotel in Punta Arenas was nice – it was well placed in town for us to walk around and try some local restaurants and the breakfast buffet was ok.
A flawlessly organized five-week luxury adventure blended Peru’s culture, the Amazon’s beauty, and Galapagos’ wildlife wonders.
Wow!! What an amazing trip. There really was no particular highlight as every segment was so different and so amazing! Basically the highlight was the whole trip! Everything ran like clockwork. All the tour guides/drivers were on time and all transport was on time (flights, buses, taxis). Everyone was friendly and helpful and not once were we made to feel scared or unwelcome.
Thank you so much for all your help with organising this trip of a lifetime. I am so happy with my decision to choose Andean Trails as our guide for this five week trip and of course I will be recommending (have already actually) Andean Trails to family and friends.
A well-organized Ecuadorian journey offered cultural depth, local cuisine, and outstanding guidance throughout.
Our guide (Santiago Mata) was a strong positive factor — knowledgable and very helpful, but not intrusive; flexible and anticipatory of any problems that might have been encountered.
Accommodations were fine — some more interesting than others, but all more than adequate. We spent relatively little time in the hotels and generally stayed in each only one night, so cannot give a critical evaluation, but overall, they were all fine. Food was also fine. We ate “local” foods as much as possible, generally with our guide’s advice, and had several very nice meals in the more urban areas. Overall organization worked our just fine for us.
An exhilarating Inca Trail trek blended cultural discovery, challenge, and triumph on Peru’s legendary mountain path.
Incredible! We had an amazing time on the Inca Trail! The accommodation and food surpassed all our expectations – out of 4 months travelling through South America it was some of the best we’d had. Our guide Diego was great – crazy but very knowledgeable – cheery and upbeat with a vast knowledge of Inca culture and the local environment.
The highlight was reaching the top of Dead Woman’s Pass on the second day – that was the highest and most difficult point so it was a real feeling of achievement. Great fun and an amazing experience. Thank you to our brilliant guide, the incredibly athletic and dedicated porters and to you guys in the UK who organised the trip for us; everything was perfect. I am reborn! Simply the best holiday I have ever been on.
An expertly organized Chilean journey connected Santiago, Easter Island, and Patagonia with comfort and captivating experiences.
The overall organisation was very good, as were the guides. The Lago Grey was the the best hotel – it was excellent. The Hotels Diego Velazquez (Santiago City) and the Taha Tai (Easter Island) were both excellently located, but were only average hotels. The Holiday Inn at Santiago airport was excellent and the Hotel Wesker (Puerto Natales) was very good.
Thanks again for your organisation
A flawlessly organized Ausangate trek delivered stunning wilderness views, exceptional guiding, and unforgettable camaraderie.
We had an absolutely amazing time in Peru – an experience we will never forget so a very big thank you to Andean Trails for organising things so expertly. The highlight for us undoubtedly was the Ausangate trek. The views and wilderness were second to none but for us perhaps what made it so special was the guide, Ruben, the crew and the two girls who were also on the trip, Sylvia and Anna.
Thank you so much for everything.
A perfectly organized Ecuador and Galapagos adventure delivered remarkable wildlife encounters, smooth travel, and exceptional hospitality.
The Galapagos certainly met our expectations in terms of wildlife. Particular highlights were probably snorkelling with sea lions, swimming with green turtles, and being surrounded by hundreds of marine iguanas.
The food on the boat exceeded our expectations and it was nice to have table service rather than a buffet for the evening meal. The guides were extremely knowledgeable. Organisation was very smooth indeed and all the transfers went perfectly. It was nice to have the same driver, Fausto, for all the transfers during the trip.
We also enjoyed our trip to the Highlands prior to the cruise. Both Hacienda Jimenita and Hacienda Pinsaqui were lovely with very welcoming staff and great character.
There is nothing I would have planned differently about the trip. Even the weather was perfect!
A seamlessly organized mountaineering adventure on Ecuador’s Cayambe Volcano delivered achievement, great food, and outstanding guidance.
We had a wonderful mountain trip! The whole week was very well planed and we really liked our local guide Rami. The whole trip was very well organised. Specially through you. You answered my emails and question so fast. I specially have to thank Tom on Andean Trails for that! He is wonderful!! The accommodation were also good, no complaining at all. The food was really nice!
