Our guests are the most important people in OneLife - below are a selection of testimonials and reviews from delighted clients who have been involved in one of the 4x4 adventures in our itinerary. Many of our clients regularly embark on further adventures with OneLife, which is a strong reference in itself!
 
   
   
 
 
Reviewer: Julian Furnell
Event: Wales Explorer
Location: Wales
Date: Aug 2007
 

Dear Anne and Paul,

Last weekend was extremely enjoyable for all. Even Charlotte and Jamie managed not to squabble for three days which is not often done.  I must admit I was not sure what we letting ourselves in for, but all turned out well and exceeded expectations. Certainly something to repeat as soon as time allows and I'll make sure my wife Caroline comes along also next time. I certainly learnt a lot in a few days in Wales.  My thanks to both of you for your organisation and help over the weekend and hopefully see you again soon.

Regards, Julian Furnell

 
Reviewer: Phil O'Hagen
Event: Wales Explorer
Location: Wales
Date: Aug 2007
 

Anne & Paul

Sorry for the delay in responding but I would just like to say both Judy and myself enjoyed the weekend. From my point of view the whole thing is pitched just right, it was also very informative. The level of support provided by yourselves and Eddie is also very commendable given the odd vehicular hiccup. I am unlikely to be away again this year because of the dreaded "W" word, but we will no doubt see you again, and wish you well with your travels.

Phil


Ps... I would recommend Onelife Adventures to any of your future clients pls. feel free to pass on my recommendations.

 
Reviewer: Chris Myers
Event: Wales Explorer
Location: Wales
Date: July 2007
 

Thank you very much for the lovely photos and a fantastic weekend. The whole family had a great time especially the children. We very much appreciated the effort you both made to look after us and the car. We will definately be going with you on another weekend later in the year.

Many thanks again for a superb weekend

Regards, Chris

 
Reviewer: Judi, Malcolm and Gavin Collis
Event: Wales Explorer
Location: Wales
Date: May 2007
 

We all had a great time - well done for planning it so well.  We thought the combination of routes, campsites, scenery and the good company all added to a great weekend. We've arrived home with lots of ideas of future things to do and lots of places to go.

Many thanks for everything, look forward to meeting you again soon.

 
Reviewer: Dean and Kate Underwood
Event: Wales Explorer
Location: Wales
Date: April 2007
 

We had a great time and really found it a learning experience, whet we can or can't do and equally what we would like to do in the future, in terms of the vehicle and our travel plans !

Hope fully if its not fully booked we would like to join you in August.

Once again thanks for the weekend, thoroughly enjoyed it.

 
Reviewer: Ed Priscott
Event: High Atlas Explorer
Location: Morocco
Date: March/April 2007
 

I had a fantastic trip, well organised to the point of being practically perfect, intelligently hosted by experienced Expedition leaders who have travelled extensively, often informing us of geological, ecological, biological and cultural issues along the way, they handled everything, involving us as and when group decisions were needed. They sorted complicated passport and vehicle documentation problems, they communicated with the local people to make our trip unique rather than following the well established and published tourist routes. The route planning was exceptional including a sensible amount of previously un-reccyed off road routes making our trip even more special, these routes just happened to be exceptional in terms of off road and scenery. The distances travelled each day were carefully calculated to ensure we were not unnessarily fatigued and to enable us to reach camp in good time. They even cooked for us all on a couple of occaisions. I can say that I doubt very much that any other UK based tour operator could have provided anywhere near the whole 'Morocco Experience' that we had. There were a couple of mechanical problems to be overcome on the trip and Paul was willing and able to get stuck in and turn the problems into an educational exersize, as of course "these things happen on expedition". There are a number of requirements to becoming a good expedition leader, most of which are obvious, but to me vital qualities include being a good comminicator and an enternainer, to be able to appreciate the requirements of a mix of characters and their abilities and to tune the trip regardless of the itinerary to suit them.  

Onelife Adventure/Paul and Anne........ second to none!  

 
Reviewer: Sam Read
Event: Wales Explorer
Location: Wales
Date: December 2006
 

Paul and Anne!  

Thanks for an ace weekend and for being such welcoming hosts.  Despite lacking the experience of the other drivers, you still made our group of young folk feel welcome! It was quite an eye opener, as both off roading and expeditions always seemed like one of those things other people did, but obviously not!   You've given me a taster of what I'd like to experience before I tie myself down to real grown up life!

Hope to see you again in 2007- somewhere with more sand, heat and mossies!  

Thanks again from both myself and Olly 

Sam

 
Reviewer: Andy and Jeniffer Green
Event: High Atlas Explorer
Location: Morocco
Date: September 2006
 

We have just enjoyed true adventure, perhaps the only real life adventure left open to ordinary folks like us.    The Moroccan scenery -  majestic and ever changing.  The routes challenging but managable with just that hint of excitement.

Thanks from Jeniffer & I for your care and attention and for our most memorable time with OneLife Adventure

 

Andrew & Jen..

 
Reviewer: Roy and Beth Howard
Event: High Atlas Explorer
Location: Morocco
Date: September 2006
 

Thank you for an exceptional, fantastic, mind blowing holiday.  You have not seen the last of us !

What OneLife Adventure means to me, Beth

Only one life

Normality left behind

Excitement

Lasting Impressions

Isolation from the maddening crowd

Fun

Enthusiastic fellow passengers

A man on board

Daring to be different

Variety of challnges, cultures, scenery

Experience of tour leaders

New skills learnt

Trust in guides/tour leaders

Unusual places, photos

Reassurance with Paul and Anne

Excellence

 
 
Reviewer: Martin Shepherd and family
Event: Wales Explorer
Location: Wales
Date: November 2006
 

Many thanks for an excellent weekend and the best off road track we've driven.

Despite the torrents and gales it was an experience for all of us. We thoroughly enjoyed your company too!  

We are very interested in more "adventures", both in Wales and further afield.

Regards and Best Wishes,

Martin, Hannah, Ella, Lydia and Lowell

 

 
 
Reviewer: Stephen and Louise Terry
Event: Wales Explorer
Location: Wales
Date: October 2006
 

Just wanted to let you know that we both had a wonderful time once again with the best company, some beautiful lanes and a good happy time.

Can’t wait for the next one and keep in touch!  If we don’t see you soon, then very safe travels!!  

Cheers

Steve and Lou

 

 
 
Reviewer: Phil Meredith and Dolores Espinar
Event: Wales Explorer
Location: Wales
Date: October 2006
 

We had a fantastic time, and are really looking forward to the next Welsh Explorer. I am sure we are going to be regulars on your weekend trips, and are now looking at timing for some longer trips next year.......I wish we could do them all.

Best Regards,

From all of us...

 
 
Reviewer: Tony Osborne and Stuart Beynon
Event: Wales Explorer
Location: Wales
Date: September 2006
 

Just like to say thanks for a brilliant weekend!!  We will definately be back!

Stuart also thoroughly enjoyed himself and has already said he'll be back!

Thanks again

Tony and family

 
 
Reviewer: Matt Bennet and Big Red
Event: West Africa Explorer
Location: West Africa Explorer and Independent travellers
Date: April 2006
 

This is the fourth OneLife Adventure expedition we have done with Paul and Anne – the only difference about this one is that we are now on our own, having said goodbye to them in Niger, on the edge of the Sahara, back in April 2006 as we travel to the other side of the world – New Zealand. Without their knowledge and experience we would not be here now, they have guided us from the early days of vehicle selection and preparation to shake down tests in Iceland and Tunisia. Both Red and I gained so much knowledge from Paul, not least on how to create impromptu roadblocks when faced with border officials demanding bribes in Senegal - their company and humour is sorely missed – book us in for another expedition in 2007 !

Find out how where we are now at www.mattandredsadventure.co.uk

 

 
 
Reviewer: Sue Daulman
Event: UK Explorer
Location: UK to West Africa Explorer
Date: July 2006
 

From a woman’s point of view I can sympathise with those who have never been involved in 4x4 expeditions and who probably regard this as another 'boys toys' activity, but I have to say that since that initial weekend 2 years ago I have had many more trips with Geoff, my husband and have enjoyed every one - from two one week trips in the Pyrenees, two weeks in Iceland, and more recently four weeks travelling around the Western Sahara. For 2007 we plan to do Morocco, Rumania and also a circumnavigation of the Sahara - in the safe hands of OneLife Adventures of course.

 

In summary I have to admit that I am now converted to overland travel by vehicle, and eagerly look forward to our next outing wherever it may be. Yes, from a woman’s point of view, you may not always get a shower and may have to rely on wet wipes, you will get dusty and dirty at times, but the experiences gained on the journey far outweigh any temporary inconveniences and I have had a new door in my life opened to reveal people and places I would never have otherwise visited. I am now firmly of the view that you only have one life so live it!

 

Sue Daulman

 

 
 
Reviewer: Graham Knight
Event: UK Explorer - Peak District
Location: UK
Date: October 2005
 

Thanks for a great time last weekend - everyone made us feel very welcome.

 

The driving was excellent ‘although personally I would have loved to be able to do more, thanks for sorting out our 110 and getting us home! I would have never attempted anything like we did on my own without the help and support of OneLife Adventure.

Cheers

 

Graham

 

 
 
Reviewer : Tom Mixer and Janey Lee-Townsend
Event: Consultancy and Training
Location: UK
Date: September 2005
 

Big Yellow Mog – www.bigyellowmog.co.uk

Not a common sight in Norwich, a Camel Trophy land rover and a bright yellow Unimog in a supermarket car park at 9am on a Friday morning. Tee hee. The owner of the Land Rover being Paul Blackburn of One Life Adventure. Our aim for the day, to learn how to use our new Warn 15 series winch and get some valuable tips for our adventure ahead.



After a quick chat about general safety and the basics of winching we set about seeing how much rope we had and learning to pull the Moog along the flat whilst attached to Paul’s LR. This worked smoothly, with little drama and so we moved on to winching around an obstacle, which enabled us to get used to handling all the various strops, shackles, snatch block etc.



When we started again after lunch there was a small delay… The end of the plasma rope suddenly appeared in my hand! It turned out the grub screw was missing from the winch barrel, oops. So Paul set about manufacturing one out of the back of his LR, handy man to have on an expedition, maybe that’s why he does it for a living?

Now it was time to pick Paul’s brains about some rather large holes in our knowledge. It turns out he’s got a rather handy acquaintance in the form of Dr Dick Morgan (www.expedition-medical-services.co.uk) who will hopefully be able to supply us with the necessary antibiotics and advice on our medical kit. Paul also gave us some very useful advice about diving in foot wells etc but I wont bore you or worry you with that…..



Overall a damn good day - got a tan, got some good piccys and it definitely did wonders for Janey’s confidence in the Moog as she hadn’t seen her in real action before. All in all, we were both happy as a pig in shit

 
Reviewer: Dan, Gemma and Doza (the dog)
Event: Welsh Explorer
Location: Wales UK
Date: August 2005
 

Just a quick note to thank you for an excellent Bank Holiday weekend at the end of August this year.

 

Gemma and I enjoyed ourselves immensely, and agreed that it beat the hell out of spending the Bank Holiday wrecked in a pub as tends to be the norm! I have no doubt we will join you for more adventures and excellent company at some point in the future.

 

All the best, and regards to the family

 

Dan and Gemma

 

 
Reviewer: Lee and Emma Perham
Event: Welsh Explorer
Location: Wales UK
Date: 2nd & 3rd July 2005
 
"To prepare ourselves for the challenging driving conditions we anticipate, we joined 'OneLife Adventure' in July on their Wales Explorer adventure weekend. The weekend is designed for people who plan to, or have done any kind of 4x4 adventure travel with their own vehicles. It's about travel preparation, the sharing of ideas, knowledge and solutions, meeting new people and having a laugh. This was our first taste of "proper" off-roading travel in our own 4x4 …… and we loved it!!!!

We strongly recommend anyone planning their own vehicle dependent expedition - regardless of the length of time or destination - to book themselves on a OneLife Adventure weekend. The experience, knowledge and confidence gained just in 2 days by participating in the Wales Explorer was tremendous. The weekend will far exceed your expectations, but be warned, it's addictive!"


To read the full review and find out more about Action Aid and Lee and Emma's adventure
click here.

 
 
Reviewer: David Bradshaw
Event: Peak Explorer
Location: Peak District, UK
Date: 23rd & 24th April, 2005
 
I have been wanting to get involved in vehicle dependant travel for some time but never found the opportunity or people to go with. Your mini 4x4 adventure in the Peak district gave me the confidence to use my 110 in all sorts of circumstances and provided me with really useful experience. Also the other people were really friendly.

Some of the routes we managed really blew me away - I have tremendous respect for the 110 and OneLife after this weekend and i will definitely be organising to come along to other destinations. Next time further afield! Many thanks Paul....
 
Reviewer: Roy and Beth Howard
Event: Great Erg Explorer
Location: Tunisia
Date: March 2005
 
"I am just dropping you a line to thank you for the holiday, we had a great time and it exceeded our expectations"
 
 
Reviewer: Richard and Anne Edwins
Event: Great Erg Explorer
Location: Tunisia
Date: March 2005
 
 
"Your commentary and knowledge of the country and its people was excellent, for me it was great to be able to have questions answered about the area we were travelling through."
 
   
Reviewer: Paul Mills
Event: Libya Recce
Location: Libya
Date: February 2005
 
 
"I'm very impressed by OneLife Adventures and how you work with people. I was particularly impressed with how you managed our trip and the personal attributes and skills that you brought to bear."
 
   
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