I did the Spain/Andorra/Portugal 2026 trip. This was my 6th trip with 1000 Treks. As with the other trips, it was awesome! It was different than the other trips in that I would describe it as a road trip with friends. We met in Barcelona where we rented two vans. We started up in Andorra, traveled down through Spain, ZIPLINED from Spain into Portugal (!!), then drove up through Portugal to our final destination in Porto. Due to the road trip nature of this trip, we had a lot of flexibility in how we approached the itinerary. It was so jam-packed with places to see that it was almost overwhelming - in a good way! We saw castles, cathedrals, Basilicas, palaces, and gardens galore! We did too many things to list all of it here, but my favorites included exploring the underwater river, spending the night in a castle, exploring sea caves along the coast in a Zodiak speedboat, the cultural shows, ziplining across the Spain/Portugal border, hiking moorish castle grounds, exploring the villages & towns we passed through... As always, the people in the group were a lot of fun. I knew a few from previous trips & made new friends as well. There were three couples, and the others were a good mix of solo men & women. I'm guessing the ages ranged from 40s to 70s. I loved the diversity of this group. Eduardo (1000 Treks owner) did another amazing job of putting together an interesting, unique, affordable itinerary. I love how he arranges everything and all I have to do is show up at the designated meeting time each day. I also appreciate the flexibility. For example, if a planned activity falls outside of my comfort zone, I can skip it and do my own thing. I also commend Eduardo for how he manages conflict. Any trip of this magnitude (3+ weeks) is bound to produce a hiccup or two. Eduardo went above and beyond to make sure everyone was satisfied and taken care of. I highly recommend traveling with Eduardo & 1000 Treks. I've loved every trip (I should say adventure!) and I won't trust my travel dollars with anyone else. Thank you for another trip of a lifetime, Eduardo! read more

Just returned from an unforgettable Scandinavia trip with 1000 Treks! Eduardo, our adventure lead, crafts the most ADVENTUROUS & THOUGHTFULLY designed itineraries. One of my favorites was the guided cave hike, which felt intimate and personalized, more of a 1-on-1 experience than a generic group tour. The same goes for the scenic treks in both the Sweden and Finland Laplands, biking through nature on e-bikes, alternating between hot saunas and icy plunges, visiting the Ice Hotel amongst other activities. These aren't your typical travel excursions, they're immersive, off-the-beaten-path moments that stick with you. It was a bit challenging at first (my body definitely felt it!), but I quickly adapted and came home stronger, more energized, and so fulfilled. If you're moderately active and craving a trip that pushes you in all the best ways, this is it. Highly recommend 1000 Treks. I can't wait to go on another adventure with them! read more

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Went on the Spain/Portugal/Andorra trip last month. Was fantastic! Great itinerary; mix of fun things (tobaggan ride, Zipline, cave boat ride) along with the sights (Alhambra, Seville palace, Cordoba mosque, Lisbon and Porto city tours, and more). Hotels were all nice, all with full breakfasts. read more

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I just came back from a 12 day trip to beautiful Fiji! I love traveling and I've always wanted to share adventures and meaningful moments with the right group of people. I discovered 1000 Treks through a friend who knew I'd enjoy a different kind of experience, because 1000 Treks is nothing like a traditional and "boring" travel company. Instead of the typical visiting traditional tourist attractions this trip was all about adventure, challenges, and fun. I feel like I've gone through a full on spiritual journey like something inside me got rearranged in the best way possible. I went with an open heart, traveled about 11 hours across the Pacific Ocean to meet a group of like-minded travelers from all kinds of backgrounds. When I arrived, I met an amazing group of beautiful people who, like me, had been interviewed by the company to make sure we all shared the same vibe and attitude toward this style of travel. Because of that, we connected instantly and created unforgettable memories together. From snorkeling in protected reef reserves and diving with sharks to ziplining, tubing, sailing, and ATVing on dirt roads, every day was packed with excitement. It truly was an incredible adventure from beginning to end. A huge thank you to Eduardo, our awesome group leader and fellow crazy traveler for making this experience so special! read more

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I just got back from an amazing group trip to Fiji with 100 Treks. Honestly, my Fiji experience couldn't have been better. In our small group, everyone was incredibly welcoming and easy to be around. We hiked in the rain, swam under waterfalls, paddled across fast-moving rivers, crawled into a cannibal cave, soaked in the tropical forest beauty during optional rafting, ziplining, tubing, or other activity, we spent a day in the sun on a catamaran and snorkeled along tropical islands and sandbars. We picked up a few bruises and scratches, a sunburn, and countless unforgettable moments. Plus, we met so many warm and happy locals. Bula! The trip was well planned, well organized, and smoothly run. Our Fearless Leader, Eduardo (Etuate in Fijian), was experienced, resourceful, and genuinely cared about all of us. Vinaka vakalevu! read more

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I had a great time on this trip. We stayed in Phuket, but did a lot of different activities, which is why I like 1000 Treks trips. In addition to touring the city and going to a couple of local markets and shows, we went swimming, snorkeling, surfing, ziplining, ATV mud riding, visited beautiful islands and movie locations, ate lunch at a sea village built on stilts, fed and bathed elephants, pet tigers, saw a variety of monkeys, and of course enjoyed lots of great Thai food and hospitality. Everybody on the trip was nice and fun to be around. This was my fourth trip with 1000 treks, and I look forward to number 5. Their itineraries almost always include things that would be nearly impossible to find as part of any other tour package. read more

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Thailand did not disappoint! As usual, on a 1000 Treks trip we were going from morning to night. Snorkeling, shows, animal sanctuaries, wake boarding, ATVs, food (unbelievable food!), and the Hong Tour by Starlight were highlights, all with fun, interesting people. My biggest question is, "where to next?"! read more

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This review is based on the 2024 Japan trip with 1,000 Treks. I see glowing reviews from previous trips, and it's hard to understand how this trip went so wrong. It turns out there are some intrinsic weaknesses in how 1,000 Treks markets and delivers its trips, and when those weaknesses get triggered and exposed, there is little remedy to you as a customer. What went wrong on the 2024 Japan trip: 1. Transit: consistently disorganized, delayed, and stressful. See other reviews from this trip for the amazingly creative variety of ways that our transit went wrong. 2. Tour Guide: Apparently our local guide was primarily a translator and didn't know she was expected to provide any information on where we were going, what we were seeing, how long we would have at a site, etc. She was obviously overwhelmed and not equipped to deliver the itinerary we had been sold. Lots of misdirection and back-tracking, and no help from our 1,000 Treks Trip Leaders. 3. Trip Leaders: A basic level of communication and expectation management could have gone a long way to help us enjoy the vacation we had been sold. For example, a packing list or warning of icy trails could have made sure people packed the right footwear and equipment to prevent falls that sent two people to the hospital. Instead, we had both Eduardo and Leigh on the tour behaving as tourists and not-infrequently wandering off so that the group had to wait for THEM. Our so-called Trip Leaders also consistently secured themselves the first hotel rooms (even when the hotel ran out of rooms for the paying guests on the tour), claimed the best seats on excursions (whether bus, cablecar, or geisha tea event), and could not be bothered to count the guests or communicate before departure. 4. Hotels: Many guests who purchased the "upgraded" hotel package had issues ranging from missing reservations, substitutions of lower-rated hotels, dirty rooms, smoking rooms, and even shared beds instead of doubles. I personally experienced bizarre extortionary brinksmanship from the Japanese tour operator when two weeks into the trip, the front desk told me that the hotel was not allowed to check me in until Eduardo paid an excursion debt to the tour operator. The front desk attendant looked embarrassed and said she had never seen anything like it. That was when I finally decided to leave the tour early. So, what should prospective customers take away from this experience? 1. 1,000 Treks is a group travel bundler, not a tour company, so don't expect the typical benefits of booking a tour, like group leadership, communication, safety considerations, information about sites, or guidance at the sites. 2. The quality of a trip is entirely dependent on the local tour operator 1,000 Treks contracts with. In the case of the 2024 Japan trip, both Treks and the local operator were happy to take our bookings (and payments), but neither took responsibility for planning and delivering the itinerary, and they clearly were in disagreement with each other about it too. Neither was willing to step up and make it right. 3. If anything goes wrong, you have little remedy other than ending the trip. Constructive feedback and complaints were dismissed and minimized, and out of nine customers on my trip, three abandoned the tour early to do their own self-guided experience in Japan. 4. The owners are on vacation with you, and they tell you in advance that they are not to be treated like guides. If anything goes wrong, don't expect them to take responsibility or proactively help. A direct quote: "The [customers] who purposely stayed away from the negativity actually enjoyed the trip..." In summary, the quality of any 1,000 Treks trip seems to depend on the quality of the local operator, and you have no assurance of what quality you may get when you sign up. In the event that Eduardo and Leigh choose poorly, as seemed to be the case for our trip, they make minimal effort to remedy the matter and actively work to maximize their own experience over that of their customers. read more

As a professional Location Scout I have a very high standard for touring and 1000 Treks does not disappoint. The owner of the company is personally involved and oversees a very organized and detailed operation. The Itinerary on this Scandinavia trip was jam packed with fun and adventure. Never a dull moment, and I feel like we really covered ground so I can say " I've been there, or I will be back!" THe best part of these tours is the vetted participants so you know you have a fun, cool and kind group of new friends - some of which will form friendship that last for life. Like I found my travel family , and it is so great to enjoy new adventures with repeat customers like myself! Jill N read more

So far so good! I've been on 3 trips with them (Finland, Alaska, Madagascar) and in the process of going on a 4th (Bali). I've enjoyed all my trips with them and look forward to exploring more. All trips are different as it's always a different group of people and places, and there are bound to be hiccups. But Eduardo and Leigh are friendly and easy to talk to and are always open to feedback. Thanks guys, see you soon! read more

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for the Africa Trip 2025 This trip was out of this world started off with table top mountain and ending with chimpanzees running around. We also got to experience a night safari seeing jaguars and hyena. If your not into animals and remember that the challenge rating is a 4 meaning difficult than this trip was probably not for you. Super fun everyone was nice the people in the area are nice as well! read more

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I went on the Alaska Midnight Sun trip and it was an absolutely INCREDIBLE experience!!! The group leaders are enthusiastic, friendly, and engaged in the adventure. I got to check whitewater rafting, atv riding, and dog sledding off of my bucket list! We visited beautiful hikes, rode on boats and trains, and saw so much wildlife. While our itinerary was packed with fun touristy activities, we still had plenty of free time to explore the local areas. The group leaders also played a huge role in that, helping us find the best places to eat and hang out. The group was like a little family even though we were mostly strangers. This company really has a way of pulling people together and eliminating any awkwardness between group members. 1000 treks is a well run, good quality company offering vacations that you will remember for the rest of your life!!!!!! read more

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Leigh and Eduardo put together the BEST TRIPS EVER!!! I've been on several, ranging from single day excursions kayaking the Channel Islands to a multiple week trip to Alaska to see the midnight sun north of the Arctic Circle. Their secret weapon is Eduardo's desire to do everything the world has to offer and Leigh's more relaxed pace. Combined they offer trips with almost limitless possibilities for the enthusiastic adventurers and for people who want really awesome experiences with some downtime in between. I love their trips so much that I knew this most recent Alaska adventure would be the perfect time to propose to my girlfriend. I did it towards the end of the trip surrounded by our new friends. After a couple weeks with everyone we formed close bonds with people who had previously been strangers, so everyone got to celebrate. read more

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WOW!!! Simply WOW!!! The Adventure that I got to experience in the Balkans was anything short of extraordinary! I've been on many travel adventures, only what I experienced with 1000Treks was a well though-out, curated, jaw-dropping, and edgy itinerary of wonderful experiences in some of the most stunning and awesome destinations I have ever been a part of! Everything from hiking along the rivers and waterfalls of Plitvice Lakes National Park to riding bicycles on old railroad lines in Groznjan to paragliding in Bovecs Julian Alps to spelunking in cavernous caves in Divača to eating fresh water oysters in Ston. A must trip for any adrenaline junky and connoisseur of beautiful destinations. read more

I've done a number of trips with 1000 Treks, but twice to Japan! Japan is an amazing place, full of beauty and natural wonder, but also big cities and amazing technology. From hiking Mt. Fuji to riding the bullet train, from seeing the busiest intersection in the world (Tokyo) to the peaceful Japanese gardens, I saw it all with 1000 Treks. Visiting the peace museum in Hiroshima was another highlight, not to be missed. A great trip, I highly recommend! read more

Updating review to add some more amazing pictures! Forgot how much amazing wildlife we saw and such an amazing group! read more

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Traveling with 1000 Treks will be the excursion of a lifetime! Trust me, I speak from personal experience! Leigh and Eduardo personally curate magnificent, unforgettable trips! They take the time to ensure all participants enjoy themselves and leave with a renewed lease on life! I went with them on the Scotland adventure and it was 2 weeks I will truly never forget! We saw everything on our tour. I played bagpipes, I went repelling in a canyon on zip lines, I got to see native wildlife up close and personal. We also got to tour enchanting castles, see a live falconry show, and have a proper Scottish dinner wearing traditional kilts and sashes! I could go on and on, but the point is, this company is special. Take the opportunity to experience something that is remarkable and life-changing! Take a trip with 1000 Treks and see how much better your life is as a result! read more

Eduardo's trips are filled with unparalleled adventure. Eduardo is the advantage to you having a spectacular vacation compared to other tours. His connections are what sets this company apart and you will have access to excursions others only read about! Not to mention he is FUN! No boring tour guide here....Book with Eduardo ..... you won't regret it! read more

I went to the Galapagos during Thanksgiving with Eduardo and Leigh's company. I was so looking forward to the islands and left disappointed. It was unorganized and my roommate issues were not completely addressed when brought up to their attention. Leigh still continued to assign us together on the same boat excursions even though there were 2 boats. But, they didn't care. These issues continued though the whole trip and could have been avoided. So, when there's a problem with their company, their response is to not come anymore on trips with them. Actually, this is a first time I received such a dismissive attitude from any business. Also, they subcontract local tour companies. In essence, I paid for two companies. I didn't get value paid and the added expense contributed to my dissatisfaction. I would NOT recommend them. ----- I have my constitutional rights to freedom of speech and the ability to express my opinion. There is also the California anti- SLAPP according to my family of lawyers. 1000 treks wants me to remove my review. read more

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I took 1000 Treks (1T) Japan 2024 trip - nonstop problems from the beginning. I was told someone would be waiting there with a sign to pick me up no one was there. Eduardo (E) said I could take a taxi for 10,000 yen - it was 33,000 yen. The orientation meeting was delayed by 2 hours because "flights were delayed" (no flights were delayed) - the tour guide (TG) was late to pick people up. Leigh (L) said that this was a good vibes only trip & any complaints to make them to E, she was there for fun. They said this was their vacation, they would not be our tour guides. E asked the TG about when activities were booked. He collected our money & let someone else take care of the rest cutting corners with no initial test run. The company averaged $5,600/traveler for a 15-day trip. E said to get lots of cash because Japan has a big tipping culture - WRONG. When asked for a packing list before the trip, he said there was no list, because the weather was going to be "mild." E had firm meeting times to go from point A to point B but joked that those times were more for us so he could show up when he shows up. 1. The hotels were totally messed up. I paid for 4-star hotel upgrade & got it 21% of the days, had to pay extra for 2 beds & hotel taxes. 2. Last minute hotel changes - "the one we booked is now full" half of the people did not receive the onsens we were promised with no refund. Hotels were far below par - peeling wallpaper, stains on the floors, a smashed light fixture, worn & dusty woodwork. 3. "Included meals" were frequently missing. Luggage at the wrong hotel, lost luggage, luggage transport became our responsibility: wasting hours of vacation time, waiting on a taxi that never came, hauling it for blocks. Initial prep not started until AFTER we were supposed to leave adding 90 minutes in waiting. Lack of care - 4 people were injured during the trip - a slip & fall, one broken her foot, 2 slip & falls on an icy path - 1 hitting her head on a metal railing & the other possibly dislocating her shoulder. Frequently our leaders ran off & didn't wait for the clients. The TG knew nothing about where we were going. The 1st day she got lost 3 times trying to find the train station. We transferred to a bus & we were babysat by asinine TV game shows. E spoke with the TG about last minute changes, got us excited, then told us that it was not allowed by the Japanese government. Our clueless TG had to ask our bus driver whenever we asked her any questions. Ground transportation cost was not always included as promised. Mid-way through the trip, E asked that we add him as a friend on Facebook to track each other's locations - like he was figuring it out! E & L took the best spots for themselves, sometimes bumping paying clients. For bus rides, they reserved the front seat for themselves. One day, L told a senior (66-year-old) woman to move so L could sit there because of L's car sickness & hot flashes. I saw this as totally tone deaf & rude to the woman who already had gotten up early & made it to the seat & it was not one of their "reserved seats." This trip was one tour bus location after another - the places were generally jammed with other tourists - shoulder to shoulder. Things were not as described - bamboo forest was a few blocks deep - E apologized for taking us to such a "tourist trap." The Sake factory tour - photos on the wall showing the process, an area where we could try on Kimonos, get our picture taken & then to the sake store. The sumo wrestlers left town 2 days before we were supposed to see them. To see a castle customers had to RUN to get to the entrance before the cutoff & were there at 3:58 p.m. when it closed at 4 p.m. When E knew I was leaving the trip early, E expressed to me that this is not how his company is normally run & that the tour operator was extorting him. That does not make up for the total lack of leadership, organization, preparation, communication, guidance, care, rudeness, constant chaos & straight up lies. 1000 Treks = Self above Service. BUYER BEWARE. 5 out of 9 on our trip left early and I learned during our trip that 70% of the people on their Madagascar trip left early. Eduardo actually said to me that if he could leave the trip early, he would. It was a complete disaster! read more

I've been on two trips with 1000 Treks to Australia and just returned from a fantastic trip to Tahiti, Bora Bora, and Moorea. The experience was amazing and Leigh put together a fun trip for us Land people. What I love the most about this trip is not having to worry about planning the tour and activities for each day, it was all taken care of before we left for our trip, making it a very relaxing experience. I've enjoyed meeting new friends and catching up with old ones. Since traveling with 1000 treks I've had the opportunity to travel to places I never thought I could go, it's something that we should all do for ourselves, to enjoy life while we still can. Leigh is very accommodating and mostly fun to hang out with. Thank you, Eduardo and Leigh, until the next adventure.. xoxo read more

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Forget all other travel agencies or trying to plan your own trip! 1000 treks plans unforgettable trips with amazing experiences! I can't wait to go on more trip with them! read more

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Where could I begin with 1000 Treks? I've never considered myself much of a travel adventure kind of guy until I had my first experience with 1000 Treks... then the second... then the THIRD. Eduardo Diaz is the consummate travel adventure specialist at the helm of this travel adventure company. He gave my group an unforgettable experience and expert instruction. The travel/adventure group this man has assembled and the experiences he's lined up are not to be missed! read more

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Just returned from my third trip with 1000 Treks and it did not disappoint. Saw so much of Scotland with an amazing itinerary of sights and activities and a great group of people. Eduardo and Leigh are truly dedicated to putting together fantastic adventures. read more

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I just returned from what should've been the trip of a lifetime to Japan with 1000 Treks (March-April 2024). I used this company based on their 5* reviews and a conversation with the group leader/owner. The group leaders hired a third party local "guide" to run the trip, but unfortunately, this company was totally incompetent. We experienced logistics issues everyday. They include: the hired "guide" often getting lost, not being familiar with Tokyo and most of the cities we visited, and therefore unable to provide any information about the history, purpose and architecture of the sites, sending my luggage to the wrong hotel and having to hire taxis to pick it up and then bring it on my own to the correct hotel, changing the originally assigned hotels often and usually to a downgraded hotel from the supposedly "upgraded package", mismanaging time resulting in having to miss an attraction altogether, being late leaving in the mornings, once over 2 hours, because the bus driver was sent to the wrong town to pick us up! This list could go on and on. The purpose of my review is to provide another perspective to those considering using 1000 Treks. I know that I'm not alone regarding my experience in Japan. Out of the 9 travelers to Japan, some took to IG to express their disappointment, others were openly verbal about these issues during the trip and 2 left the trip early. Based on their solid 5**, either something went terribly wrong with this "tour" or unhappy customers from previous trips have chosen not to voice their opinions. Hopefully, Eduardo and Leigh will learn to care more about their clients's satisfaction, well being and safety. Based on the trip's description and itinerary, 1000 overpromised and greatly underdelivered. read more

1000 Treks was everything I was looking for in a travel experience. Eduardo and Leigh took care of every detail from small to big, and the trips I've done with them have a TON of variety in all the activities. I also like how flexible it is, that you can choose how much or little you want to do. I'd never traveled with a group before and now I want to all the time! The people on the trips have been so nice & fun, and there's a really cool energy you get to experience by traveling with like-minded adventurers. 10/10 recommend traveling with this amazing, exciting & inspiring company! read more

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I travelled with 1000treks for the first time in 2018 on a journey to Japan. From Mt. Fuji to Kyoto and beyond, 1000treks delivered the trip of a lifetime! I then went with them to Africa in 2019 which was even more spectacular. read more

I enjoyed the trip and the company of others. It's well organized and friendly. The Northern Lights at the Arctic Circle was once in a life time experience. read more

I have been on many trips with 1000 Treks over the years and they never disappoint. All you have to do is have your passport & airline ticket and they take care of the rest. This includes hotels, transfers, transportation & tons of amazing excursions & city tours. For the super adventurous there are always extra excursions that can be added- from bungee jumping in Africa, Skydiving in Australia , Kayaking in the glaciers in Iceland, diving in Belize, Whitewater rafting in Croatia, snorkeling in Silfra on Continental Divide on Tectonic Plates and so much more... Leigh and Eduardo find local guides for each trip- that make the adventure even that much more authentic. They really care about you and having an awesome experience. Travel has always been a dream of mine and I'm so glad I found 1000 Treks. They have become friends for life! They do all the hard work of planning the most packed, fun filled adventures. They make sure everyone is comfortable. From old friends to meeting new friends each trip- there is never a dull moment! They have trips to some many cool destinations. I have been to Australia, Africa, Belize, Galapagos, Costa Rica, Alaska, Brazil, Iceland, The Balkans/ Croatia and soon Italy & French Polynesian/ Tahiti. I have formed memories & friends for life. Thanks Leigh & Eduardo! read more

Just got back from an Amazing trip to the Galapagos Islands. We had some amazing diving, with schools of hammerhead sharks, Galagapos sharks, reef sharks, tons of sea turtles, and manta rays and spotted eagle rays. Our two dive days at Gordon Rocks were in my top 10 dives ever and I have 700+ dives. It was wonderful to have all the transportation and tours arranged for us and to have help when moving from island to island. The tour operators were great and I loved the snorkel trips (swim with penguins, sharks, turtles, rays, marine iguanas and lots of fish), seeing the giant land tortoises and blue footed boobies (sea bird) up close. The 1000 Treks leaders (Eduardo and Leigh) were great about checking in to make sure everyone doing well and having a great time, helped organize group meals and made it easy for everyone to get to know one another. Made some great new friends and future dive buddies as well. I am signing up for a 1000 Treks tour to explore the Amazon next summer and bringing my girlfriend, should be another great trip! Our first date was a Catalina Camping trip organized by Eduardo nine years ago read more

Concierge travel service with personality and personalized logistical perfection! We had a great trip to Alaska, with ages ranging from 23 to 91, with spectacular viewings of the Northern Lights, reindeer, dog sledding, hot springs and the Arctic Circle. read more

We had so much fun on our recent trip to Brazil with 1000 Treks! The trip has exceeded all our expectations. Every day we had a new adventure. It was our third trip to Brazil, but we fell in love with the Amazon, Iguasu Falls, and Rio all over again, because of the complete immersion into Brazilian culture. All thanks to our knowledgeable guides and enthusiastic fellow travelers. Thank you so much, Eduardo and Leigh! read more

Eduardo, Leigh, and the 1000 Treks team are nothing short of incredible. Their attention to detail when planning makes the trip so smooth and easy! I love not having to worry about getting from place to place, checking in, and finding what to do next. I get to ENJOY my vacation and focus on the experience and building memories. Not to mention that the 1000 Treks staff are exceptional at creating positive inclusive relationships. I've always been interested to travel with groups, but have never been able to get enough friends together to make it happen. Joining the 1000 Treks family gave me an amazing new friend group, all ready and excited to adventure together!! Highly recommended, worth every single penny, and I can't wait to book our next trip! Come join us! read more