Past Trips

Reviews

I had a wonderful time. I felt safe the entire time and cared for. The pace was pretty fast but the accommodations were very nice and I felt like everything was taken care of and had to think about very little.
By Julia S for Women Who Explore - Machu Picchu 5.0 - Salkantay Trek - Peru on Oct 21, 2024
KL
Such an amazing trip! Great guides, food and accommodations!
By Kimberly L for Women Who Explore - Machu Picchu 5.0 - Salkantay Trek - Peru on Oct 21, 2024
Our leader, Krystyna, was the most amazing leader ever….so caring and caregiving. She gave each and everyone of us individualized attention to make sure we were having the best experience, given our various abilities and health conditions that came up along the trek. For me personally, it was my first trek in altitude and she took special care to support me. Here are a few examples - I was so exhausted after the 2nd day where we hiked to 15,200 ft in altitude then down over 10+ hours that I couldn’t go to dinner. She was so concerned that she prioritized me to prepare a plate for me and brought it to my room while the rest of the group dug into to dinner. I developed Edema in my calves and ankles so she kept checking in on me. There are too many examples like these to put in this review. If you are lucky enough to have Krystyna as your leader, you are blessed!!! For Women Who Explore organization, this trek should not be labeled as Moderate in terms of challenge. The vertical ascent to 13,200 ft on day 1, 15,200 ft on day 2, and (for those afraid of heights) the extensive cliff side walks and suspension bridge parts of the trek were very difficult even with conditioning. Very few of us have trekked before in altitude and would have the opportunity to train in that type of altitude or able to train to ascend so much in altitude. I think there should be more descriptive language in the details of the trek that you put out. Overall , I’m so happy and proud to have done this but, as someone afraid of heights, that was a surprise.
By Allison G for Women Who Explore - Machu Picchu 5.0 - Salkantay Trek - Peru on Oct 14, 2024

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What an absolutely incredible experience on the Riviera Maya + Whale Shark adventure. Felt so connect to the culture in the area with our incredible guide! Also getting the perks of knowing to go to the tulum ruins early in the morning before the rush as well as the local cenotes. I will absolutely do another trip.
By Lyndsay S on 14 Jun, 2024
I completed my first real hiking experience - the Salkantay trek - Peru. Not only was this an experience I’ll never forget (for so many different reasons) but it was by far one of the best experience challenging me mentally, physically and spiritually. The ambassadors (Amanda & Krys) were phenomenal as were our three Peruvian guides. The group was uniquely fabulous and supportive. The accommodations, food and treks ranked 15 out of 10. This was a much needed adventure for me and I am so very glad I participated. Thank you to all who coordinated and took part in such a great experience.
By L Michelle K on 18 Oct, 2023
Best decision I ever made! I felt like a crazy person when I first booked this trip because who books a trip to Mexico with 9 strangers?? This trip was everything I needed! I made 9 friends and came home filled with confidence knowing that once “scary” things were now in my comfort zone. I tell everyone I ever meet about WWE and will 1000% be booking another trip with them. Our tour guide was so kind and took care of all us and made us feel comfortable. The trip was so well organized and left plenty of room for us to explore on our own, or add new things to the itinerary. We learned so much about the local culture, cuisine, agriculture and more with our local guide who was a friend by the end of the trip, and all 10 of us were crying when it was time to say goodbye. If you are considering a trip with WWE, just do it. You’re going to have an incredible time.
By Tara W on 21 Jul, 2023