We thought it would be a good idea to give you some feedback from some of our customers as well rather than us just banging on all the time!
This is from Jeremy Lyen, in London, UK who came kayaking and rafting with us 3 times in total (determined to conqure the butterfly rapid) and also a mountain biking trip around the valley. Here's what he thought...
'In short, GRG’s is amazing!! and believe me, that us an understatement. Maila and his team are utterly wonderful. They organised they entire trip so the rest of us could have a wonderful time and not have to worry about anything (apart from staying in the kayak!).
They also provide all the necessary safety equipment for us.
I started on the Trisuli River having never kayaked in my life before, but on the first morning they taught us everything we needed to know and they were very patient with me; and let’s be honest here they needed to be! I fell in after only 5 minutes. Even so, the team took me back to the beach, emptied my kayak and got me going again without a fuss.
After a spot of lunch that the rest of Maila’s team had prepared for us, we set off down the rapids. Yes, it was absolutely terrifying at first, but none of us ever felt scared or unsafe because we were all in smaller groups with our own safety kayaker with us all the way. It very quickly became pure exhilaration! One of the most fun things I’ve ever done, so much so that I went 3 weekends with GRG’s and it was brilliant every time. I even eventually managed to nail the Eskimo roll. The team are such good teachers. On the second day Maila also let us chose whether we wanted to go kayaking or rafting. It’s completely flexible with them.
When the sun set behind all the surrounding valleys, with the sky burning bright red and not a cloud in the sky we got back to the camp, having been greeted by a warming cup of tea. After getting changed back into our warm, dry clothes we got a large bonfire going and watched the stars come out one at a time, lighting up the heavens. Not too long later the GRG team finished making dinner. It was delicious. That is not an exaggeration, it really was; and completed a wonderful day. This was topped off with a dash of beer and some of the local brews from the nearby market.
That was my first trip, on my second, I was determined to kayak the whole river. The boys were very patient with me, helping me back into my kayak if ever I came out, and knowing that they were right beside me gave me the confidence to try rapids that I might otherwise have ran away from!
I have also had the pleasure of going on a cycling trip with GRG's. This was a great way of getting close to the untouched culture of the Kathmandu’s surrounding valleys. It was great fun as well, albeit tiring especially if like me you’re a tad on the unfit side, especially shooting down the dirt tracks and some rocky roads, and weaving up and down the mountain passes. They also take great care of you on this as well. When I picked up an injury Maila stayed back to help me out and lead me around at a slower and more manageable pace. It was a brilliant day.
So all in all, I would love to thank GRG’s, Maila and his team, for making my time in Nepal absolutely amazing and one to be treasured forever. Thank you.'
To read more of what our customers have to say please visit our feedback page on our website. If you'd like to leave feedback about a trip you've been on with GRG's please email us. And remember LIVE THE ADVENTURE!!!
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