Trailmates Adventures Reviews 

Things I loved:
- Amazing group.
- Super roommate.
- Nice, basic and clean apartment (with kitchen so you could prepare all meals if you want to).
- Madeira has some incredible food everywhere to try!
- Madeira also has so many shops and supermarkets if there’s anything you need or forgot to pack, you can get it!
- On some hikes with unique vegetation our guide would explain it.
- Some hikes included a stop by somewhere we could try something like local rum.
- Guide sometimes bought a local snack we could try.
- Well chosen hikes with amazing views and rearrangements are made if weather is too poor for some areas.
- Smooth airport transfers.
- Tips on things to do in Madeira during free time.
- Help with organising accommodation before or after your trip if needed.

Things to know / could be improved:
- Clearer information on how check-in works.
- Be cautious about booking if you’re not an experienced hiker. I exercise several times a week and have hiked before including challenging routes but not frequently. As a result, on the most challenging route for much of it I hiked alone at the back at a pace comfortable for me but didn’t always have sufficient time to pause and felt rushed to move on (contextually, I was trying to not trigger previous hiking injury but prior to this I had always been slow going uphill anyway).
- Know that most (not all) of the ‘alternative options’ are actually you just sitting on the bus (as there may not be anything nearby to do in rural places) waiting either at the start or end of the hike which could be hours. One time, I found understanding when was the point I would be able to get on the bus was not explained well when I specifically asked about it which caused stress for me.
- The above said, I did communicate to Gary how I felt after that specific day leading to some improvements including extra check-ins and info from local contact Niki.

Overall, I would recommend Trailmates and think this trip is great value but it’s best to know some things before you book.

Ive just had the most amazing week with Trail mates adventures.Its my first time doing a solo trip and it was so smooth from start to finish. Garry was just amazing and answered all my questions promptly and with care. The hikes were first class and our hike leader Paolo was a gem. I loved the group and my roommate was so lovely. What an amazing experience. I will definitely go again with this company.

Absolutely loved my first trip to Morocco through Trailmates Adventures. I’ve looked into other solo traveller group tours before but none ever ticked all the boxes until now. The entire trip felt like a hiking holiday with like minded friends - fun and interesting. Some friendships will last a long time, and some just shared moments. Great itinerary, well planned out, and adaptable depending on fitness levels. Communication was really good and straightforward, from both the organisers and the trustworthy local guides.
Overall it was an incredible experience that exceeded expectations, and I am looking forward to booking my next trip. If you feel hesitant of travelling/hiking solo then Trailmates is for you!

It was a great vacation and everything went smoothly.

I really enjoyed my trip to Morocco! I also really enjoyed learning about Moroccan traditions from Rachid😁

I went on the March 2026 trip to Madeira with Trailmates and loved every second of it, the organisation was amazing, and Paulo the guide and Miquel the driver were so friendly and great at what they do. Our group had an amazing bond with each other, it was my first ever solo trip and the whole experience made me learn so much about myself, I’d highly recommend Trailmates to anyone!

Hiking Madeira with trailmatesadventures was an unforgetable experience. The island is an outdoors heaven for nature enthusiasts and hiking lovers, having had the chance to enjoy Madeira with trailmatesadventures meant brain was switched off not having to do with any organising bits, everything was thoughtfully planned, from airport pickup with Niki welcoming us with a bright smile and ready to answer all our questions and help out. Also, they made sure we did have some comfort to ease into the hikes with the morning stop for great coffee and fuel for the day. Paulo was our guide and was leading the group with a lot of good energy and made sure everyone had their adventure wishes fullfilled at their own pace. Accomodation was in the heart of the old town, what else could one ask for?!
As a bonus, the fellow hikers I've met were such an amazing bunch of people, hiking alongside the group was awesome. 100% recommend trailmatesadventures!

I went to Madeira with Trailmateadventure. It was such a great experience. I did enjoyed the challenge of the hike rewarded by spectacular views. The guide was really expert and nice. The local representative Niky was awesome. Everything was very well organised. I do recommend this trip !

I went for a trip to Georgia in September 2025 and it was really nice experience. Our group of people was a nice match, we had a lot of fun also with local people we met! :) Georgia's mountains were very beautiful :) hikes were quite relaxed and chill

I enjoyed the hiking trip to Oman even more than I expected! Good planning, good accommodation, amazing landscapes, very cool hikes and canyoning!

My trip to Oman was a great mixture of challenging hiking and rewarding scenery. It was really awesome to experience a new country this way and with a lovely group of people. Big thanks to Trailmates Adventures and to Rawnaq Travel Oman for the organization and activities!

The trip to Oman was amazing. Beautiful landscapes and wonderful people. I loved every moment

I’ve just come back from the most incredible hiking trip to Oman with Trailmates Adventures, and I can honestly say it was the trip of a lifetime. I feel so privileged to have spent time in this amazing country. Oman is beautiful, and the people are so kind and welcoming. It completely exceeded every expectation I had.

We stayed in Al Hamra, which felt like a little oasis set among the dry, rocky landscape. Surrounded by mountains and endless earthy tones, it was such a special place to be based. The guest house was lovely. The bed was really comfortable and the shower was powerful and properly hot, which was perfect after long days out exploring.

The hiking was out of this world. Exploring the Al Hajar Mountains was unforgettable, but my favourite days were in Wadi Ghul and Snake Canyon. I genuinely do not have the words to describe how absolutely stunning the canyons, mountains and landscapes of Oman are. The scale of it all is hard to take in, and every time you turned a corner there was another view that just stopped you in your tracks.

Snake Canyon was especially memorable because of the canyoning. It was so much fun. Scrambling over rocks, squeezing through narrow sections and moving through the water made it feel like a proper adventure. It was challenging at times but in a way that made it even more rewarding.

There was quite a bit of off roading in jeeps to reach some of the more remote areas, which added to the sense of adventure. It was great fun and the guides were really safe drivers, so you could just enjoy the ride and the scenery without worrying.

The guides on the hikes were fantastic. They were knowledgeable, kind and friendly, and they clearly cared about keeping everyone safe. I always felt well looked after and supported, and they shared so much insight about the landscape and local culture along the way.

Oman is such a special country. The scenery is breathtaking, the people are warm and welcoming, and the whole experience felt authentic and unspoilt. You will not regret going on this trip. It really is the trip of a lifetime, and I feel incredibly lucky to have experienced it.

I can not describe in words what a wonderful week I had in Montenegro! Thank you for the great organisation from the first moment till the last! The group has been so lovely, we had great fun every day. Vera, our guide was truly amazing! She is a gem with her experience and kind nature.
Thanks again for the experience, and I am looking forward to Madeira next year!

The trip to Madeira was well organized, and our guide Paulo knew all the ins and outs of the walking routes. The free day gives you the opportunity to choose something of your own liking, whether you go hiking again or have a more relaxed day. The communication prior to and during the trip was top notch as well. I always knew what to expect. I would definitely recommend!

I chose Trail mates adventures for Montenegro in May 2025. It was short period decision literally a week before the trip. Gary was available on Whatsapp and was quick to respond. Everything was arranged including the airport drops. It was relief to not think about where to meet your group especially when you don't have time to plan.

Montenegro is stunning and beautiful. Gary and his wife accompanied us throughout the trip. The local guide Mirko was a wonderful person too. The accommodation was in a quite village and well equipped.

I am looking forward to travel more with my them. I am in my late 30's and have good enough experience in trekking and this trip was an absolute delight for me.

I had an amazing hiking trip with trail mates in May 2025. I was incredibly nervous as it was my first proper hiking trip and first ever solo trip, but Garry was great and on hand via what’s app from the get go with any questions and updates.

The trip I went on was to Montenegro which was absolutely beautiful. Our tour guide was a local man who had great energy and was very supportive and made me feel safe when I was nervous at some of the more challenging parts of the hikes.

It was great to meet a group of people from all over who were all so kind and keen to get stuck in. There was no pressure to do anything you didn’t want to do!

I would recommend trail mates to anyone who is keen to go exploring in a group setting full of like minded people. I’m a woman in my early 30’s and found the whole experience fun and stress free!

I joined the Oman trip early January and it was an unforgettable experience: A group of 10 like-minded people from various backgrounds, amazing organization, great guides, perfect accommodation (freshly brewed coffee early morning to late evening 😀), and absolutely stunning scenery. I enjoyed the technical trails and appreciated the flexibility to accommodate to all levels. I will certainly be back for some of the more exotic destinations!

I joined the Oman hiking trip and it was a great experience! The program was well structured, with an amazing international group with a good age mix. The accommodation felt very authentic and each day offered different landscapes and nature, so every hike felt unique. It was my first trip with Trailmates and I can highly recommend!

I really enjoyed this experience and tour. The hikes were beautiful and there were options for slightly easier alternatives on the ‘challenging’ hiking days which I really appreciated. The other people on the tour were lovely and everyone was very supportive of each other. We finished off the evenings having group dinners in the local town. I would recommend this trip.