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Salamander Adventures 5 star review on 18th September 2025

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Anonymous // 01/01/2019

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“I can't say enough wonderful things about the Salamander Adventures Tour du Mont Blanc that I recently completed! It was 5 star in every way! Our guide Anna was incredible! She gave us detailed information on what to expect each day and organized all of the logistics so that we had a safe and fun adventure! The small size of the group was perfect in creating strong bonds of camaraderie. The lodging choices were excellent and food was plentiful and delicious! All we had to do was focus on the hikes and the incredible beauty of the area. I will be doing more of their adventures!”

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Posted 3 weeks ago

“I recently completed the Norway trek. This is my 7th trek with Salamander; with my 5th guide. Again I walk away from the trip able to write a very good review and recommend Salamander tours. Norway is beautiful. The trek had us above the treeline most of the time so we were able to enjoy beautiful glaciers and waterfalls; plus many lakes and herds of reindeer. The trek was physically demanding and challenging. Most of the terrain was very rocky. And I trained prior. Salamander booked huts with 2 people per room; sometimes with bunk beds which included bedding and towels. Dry rooms were wonderful! Food was good and evening meal was often 3 course and many times included a local flair. Stiina our guide was wonderful, very capable and encouraged being part of a team. After the trek we booked excursions to see the beautiful Norwegian fjords, learn more about the Norwegian history and even experience a floating sauna. Thank you Salamander team for offering a trek in one of the National Parks in Norway.”

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Posted 1 month ago

“I was just browsing & reminiscing of the route we took slightly more than 1 year ago with Salamander. And yes I only have Great memories & how well our guide took care of us, a bunch of great people - 9 Malaysians, 1 Australian & 4 Americans. Thanks Anna & Salamander.”

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Posted 1 month ago

“The trek was as advertised. Adventurous, well organized, and lead by a superb, compassionate, and highly-trained guide. Very challenging and memorable experience. I’m 66 years old, trained for the trek and in good health l.”

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Posted 1 month ago

“It was very well organized and we had a fantastic mountain guide.”

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Posted 1 month ago

“We have just completed the TMB in a clockwise direction with your guide Oli. We had a fabulous time. The weather was superb, the overnight locations were comfortable and we were exceptionally well fed. Oli sussed out our group early on and gave us the opportunity to break away occasionally to walk on or pursue our birding/butterfly searches along the way. He was knowledgable and interesting and we enjoyed his company. We would definitely recommend him as a guide and would definitely recommend Salamander as an Adventure Operator. Yours sincerely Judy and Amanda”

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Posted 1 month ago

“I recently completed a trek in the Dolomites and it was a five-star experience in every sense. Our guide, Jasmine, was extraordinary. Her concern for each individual, constant situational awareness, and thoughtful contingency planning made me feel completely safe and cared for throughout. Her daily briefings were clear and engaging, and her love for the mountains was contagious. Add to that her remarkable athleticism and steady leadership, and I couldn’t ask for a better guide. The scenery was breathtaking, the athletic challenge deeply satisfying, and the food was a revelation. Having regular coffee and hearty meals along the way is not something I’m used to from hiking in the United States, and it elevated the whole experience. Sharing those meals brought both comfort and delight, and added to the sense of adventure and connection.This trek exceeded every expectation.”

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Posted 1 month ago

“I enjoyed the trip enormously, and although we were hiking around 120km, I found myself feeling refreshed going back to work. It was an amazing and beautiful trip! I loved the variety of walks and the challenging sections of the different trails. I specifically enjoyed the big boulders, and the chains, which some found challenging. The group size (8) was ideal. Stiina, our guide was excellent, informing us of what to expect the next day and guiding us towards the next accommodation; topping us up with lots of water from the streams, as we passed them. The accommodations were all great. The food was good, even for people with special dietary requirement. The huts made sure that everyone is catered for. It is best to have some lightweight house shoes with you, as you have to keep taking your boots off. The hotel in Oslo was situated near the Opera House and the centre, which is a perfect start and end of the trip. The bus ride to Jotunheimen was varied in scenery and so beautiful. You don’t realise that you are sitting on a bus for so long. It was my first trip with Salamander. I would highly recommend them as a company and also this trip.”

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Posted 1 month ago

“Thank you to our guide, Stiina, and Salamander Adventures for offering the Norway, Jotunheimen-circuit! My expectations for superb scenery were high, and the breathtaking views did not fail to meet my expectations! Although rewarding, the hike was definitely rigoruous due to the extensive amount of rocks and boulders! I am glad that I had trained and was prepared to meet the challenging days! Well done Salamander for providing a very worthwhile adventure to your customers!”

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Posted 1 month ago

“My wife and I (65 & 70 yo) chose to do the self guided TMB trek offered by Salamander. All of the information provided by Salamander was very helpful. Our luggage was always picked up and delivered as expected. The lodging accommodations were at least adequate in the case of the auberge and the hotels were quite nice, especially considering the locations. We did have a misadventure in La Palud/ Courmeyer however. We both got food poison at a cafe in Courmeyer. That put us off the trail for 48 hours. The staff at hotel Astoria, (accommodation chosen by Salamander) were super kind. Phil, from Salamander, offered helpful advice on how we could get transport from La Palud to Les Contamines in time to get back on our lodging schedule. Which allowed us to complete the last leg of the trek. Salamander provided quite detailed directions with basic maps for each leg of the trek. Their recomendations for detailed maps to purchase were spot on. Defintely at least get Rando edition : A1 Pays du MONT-BLANC 1 :50,000. Between the info/directions provided by Salamander and the trail markings en route the self guided option is very doable. Also, the trek is quite demanding, we did a lot of demanding hikes in preperation. So take that for what it's worth. Lastly the clockwise direction is a good choice. It does allow you to build up to the longer, harder, days at the end. You can talk to people you meet coming from the other direction and ask questions about the trail ahead. It was a great trip. We would reccommend Salamander to other travelers interested in such an adventure.”

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Posted 1 month ago

“My TMB experience with Salamander was excellent and I had a fantastic time! Our guide Anna was perfect and I would be very happy to have her as a hike leader again. I would absolutely recommend Salamander to anyone who is interested in doing this hike. Unforgettable!”

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Posted 1 month ago

“I did the TMB guided trek in early July and it was an unforgettable experience. The scenery was stunning —snow capped mountains, lush green meadows, wildflowers, rivers, alpine lakes with mirror-like reflections, and the sound of cowbells all around to keep us company. Our guide, Alfonso, was exceptional: knowledgeable, supportive, and incredibly thoughtful. He motivated me through tough descents, helped with my luggage when I was struggling with elbow pain, and even arranged special lunches for my diet needs. His encouragement made a huge difference. The trek is challenging with steep ascents and descents, especially some portions with rocky terrain but the sense of accomplishment each day is priceless. Overall great food, excellent hotels, and efficient communication through emails by Salamander adventures company — highly recommended! A couple of suggestions would be: Two guides would be better than one and though a celebratory wine was good at the end, a medal or certificate to each finisher would be a great souvenir to cherish. Overall, an excellent company that cares and I look forward to doing more treks with them in future.”

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Posted 1 month ago

“It was a great hiking experience despite a bit challenging for an out of shape 71 year old man. The route was well planned and the guide was excellent. The accommodation and food were as good as it could be. Definitely value for the money.”

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Posted 1 month ago

“Quality travel company - excellent knowledgable locally based guide, good communication from company, varied travel experience with flexibility, reasonable price point, good standard of accommodation.”

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Posted 1 month ago

“This trip was amazing! Our guide, Anna, was incredibly knowledge but also spent time to get to know all of us, which helped her tailor the trip to different personalities and fitness levels. Salamander also had great hotels and was very transparent about what we would need and what the trip would be like. Salamander and Anna made our TMB experience perfect. Would recommend 100%.”

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Posted 1 month ago

“Tour du Mont Blanc self guided. Our TMB adventure was a long time in the making, but with family commitments it never seemed the right time. So when we started to look for doing the trek this year Salamander was one of the first companies we contacted and then contacted no more as Phil was that rare blend of friendly and professional and as he has done the TMB also knowledgeable. Leading up to the trek all arrangements were smooth and any queries we had were quickly answered. What can we say about the trek? It was the best travel experience we have ever had. From airport pick up to baggage delivery all arrangements were smooth. The accommodation was simply brilliant. We were so impressed with the variety of thoughtfully chosen hotels and auberge. All of which were welcoming, comfortable and clean and the more luxurious accommodations were well placed after long mountain days. (We chose to make some of the days longer). Particularly liked the outdoor pool on our penultimate night. The food played a very important role in our TMB and it was excellent. All places provided nutritious and tasty regional food, all homemade and ideally suited for those who have spent a long day on the mountains. The route notes provided by Salamander were well detailed and as recommended we also bought the maps to support our trek. As navigation was straight forward. We would highly recommend Salamander. Our experience was exceptional.”

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Posted 2 months ago

“I trecked the Tour of Mont Blanc in July and had a fabulous time. Our guide Alfonso was brillaint: very helpful and knowledgeable, and he made sure everyone was at ease and getting the most out of each day. He went the extra mile, even providing fabulous picnics with fresh local produce. The hotels were excellent with a lovely atmosphere and great food. The guidance notes supplied by Salamander were very clear and you do need to know that you are able to keep up with the fitness level required. There is very little flat walking - it is mostly either steep up or steep down! Communications and the booking process with Salamnader were all first class.”

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Posted 2 months ago

“My husband and I recently hiked Tour du Mont Blanc with Salamander and had a fantastic time. It was a challenge however the communication adnvance information on what to expect was right on. Our guide, Alfonso, was fantastic. He knew the route, had great information on what to expect each day, what the weather may have in store, features of the mountain and the surrounding peaks and much more. This was a trip of a lifetime. The scenery was amazing and all the food and accomodations were great. We would do it again in a heart beat. Thanks!”

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Posted 3 months ago

“I had the most amazing trekking experience with Salamander Adventures! Our guide, Alfonso was incredibly knowledgeable, kind, encouraging and patient! I could not have asked for a better experience.”

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Posted 3 months ago

“I recently completed the Dolomites Guided Trek and it exceeded every expectation. The trek was amazing and the daily hikes were both beautiful and rewarding. Staying in mountain rifugios and small inns with great food and camaraderie each evening was a highlight for me. Stiina, our guide, was incredibly knowledgeable, experienced, and supportive. I came home feeling inspired, recharged, and grateful for the many new friends I made.”

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Posted 3 months ago

Salamander Adventures is rated 4.9 based on 267 reviews