Generally we have 8-12 people on a trip, sometimes more and sometimes less.

Some people come with a friend or partner, but many come alone and make the experience of meeting new people part of their trip.

We are committed to personal experiences, that are an extension of our own passion for the places and nature of our trips. So, we create trekking tours, with local partners, that we go on and are both responsible for and part of.

When you book with us, you are literally booking with the people who will be meeting you at the airport, transferring your bags, and guiding you on the trek from start to finish.

Big travel companies have much bigger design, marketing and sales budgets than we will ever have. But we started Epic Escapes because we want to do less, better. A limited number of trips, with a limited number of people, to a few special places.

Flights are not included in your booking price.

People want to come on an epic escape from different cities, countries and time zones. So, the cost and timing of your flight is unique to you, and cannot be specified so far in advance.

By allowing you to book your own flights we can keep the overall costs to a minimum for you, and allow you maximum flexibility.

We can help to select the right flights though. One of us will be travelling, so you can always decide to hop on the same one as us.

This depends entirely on a combination of the destination, and your passport.

For our current planned trips, a UK passport grants visa-free travel to Morocco, Peru and Malaysia.

Before you book your escape with us we will let you know all of the requirements and costs, and help with any arrangements well ahead of time.

We include almost all of your meals and accommodation as part of your booking price.

In the schedule of activities for your trip, we break down each day and which meals are included, and what accommodation is arranged.

Where a meal - such as lunch on some days - isn't provided, we will be sure to take you to excellent quality and value locations, where shopping and browsing for local foods is a pleasure.

Before you book your trip, we will ensure you are 100% clear on any extra costs, and the best way (cash, card etc) to manage your money.

Currently you pay us a deposit - usually around £250-350 - which allows us to secure the in-country guides, accommodation, taxes etc. This is why it’s non-refundable.

You pay us using either a payment card, or bank transfer. We can supply an invoice beforehand, with our address and company number, so that your bank is happy.

We then arrange for the remainder of your balance to be paid in 3 payments, which we’ll send you reminders for. You can, of course, pay all in one go, but you can spread the cost at 0% interest.

Our trips have different levels of fitness required although, in general, if you are regularly walking, and can take on hours of consistent walking, then you’ll be ok. 

Spending time in the Lakes, Brecons or Peaks is good training for any of our walks. There are hours of walking every day, but this is a holiday, not a route march. We stop and take in the sights, get refreshments, and set the pace to suit the whole group.

However, this is a trek, not an afternoon walk. Be ready to strap on decent, worn-in boots, but a bag on your back, and put one foot in front of the other for most of each day of your epic escape.

There’s a lot of nervousness about high altitude, but it’s really just a case of acclimatising. In the Andes you are very high above sea level, and the air is literally thinner. 

However, you’ll arrive a day before any walking, and a good night’s sleep and some gentle exploring, is plenty to get you used to it.

We are experts at taking you to altitude and managing any symptoms you may have, plus we are fully trained first aiders and responders.

We'll give you specific information well ahead of time for your chosen trip, but our general kit list is;

BAGS

Soft zip up holdall approx 100 Litre (For travel/horse)

30 Litre or similar rucksack (your day bag)

ESSENTIAL

2 x1L Water bottle or Camelbak water system.

Sunglasses with SPF protection

3 season sleeping bag

Sun hat with neck protection or wide brim

Warm hat

2-3 wicking, sports or trekking t-shirts (not cotton)

Warm fleece or Down jacket

Waterproof jacket - Goretex or similar (Must fit over warm layers)

Trekking trousers

Worn in walking boots - water repellent and ankle supporting

Soft shoes/flip flops for evenings

3 pairs woollen walking socks

Casual clothes for city/sights/travel

Head torch (with spare batteries)

Sun cream (SPF30 and above recommended)

1st Aid kit (Painkillers, Dioralyte and Antihistamine)

Anti-Bacterial gel

Toilet roll

Toothbrush & paste

Warm gloves

Bin liners or plastic inliners for bags to keep rain out.

Passport plus a copy of photo page

Travel insurance printout

Cash to change into local currency, as required

Credit card for emergencies

Emergency contacts

OPTIONAL

Shorts

Swimming costume

Camera

Smart phone and charger

Battery pack

Adaptor plug

First Aid extras: Imodium, Antiseptic wipes, Vaseline and medication you need from GP etc

Trekking poles

Feminine hygiene as required

Waterproof gloves

Snacks (we’ll provide some)

Travel towel / pillow