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: Simon and Chris
Event: UK Explorer July, 2010


 

Well, what can I say? What a superb weekend….!   :o)

I wanted to say how very impressed Chris and I were with the Yorkshire Off-Road weekend - we absolutely loved it! I know that what we did was pretty mild for you (a chicken korma perhaps, compared to your usual vindaloo!), but we loved it. I've completed a couple of Land Rover Experience days, and they certainly were of benefit to me on this weekend, but I have come away from this weekend with a lot more confidence in my own ability, and also the huge ability of the car itself. A great bunch of people too…!

I've certainly "got the bug" now and will be hoping to do more in the future.

Thanks again Paul for a superb weekend.

Reviewer: John
Event: Western Sahara Recce, 2010


 

Paul , thank you for organising and leading a fantastic OneLife Adventure to the Western Sahara. This was my 3rd trip with you and I enjoyed it as much as Morocco and Tunisia. Your leadership skills – whether finding a safe and quiet spot to camp, using mapping software to find small tracks in a remote and little known part of the world or getting and keeping the group together – are impressive. I particularly appreciated the hotel options when they were available. The daily satellite message to relatives back home giving our location and a reassurance that all is well is a valuable innovation and I hope you will continue with this.

 

I am already looking forward to the Libyan trip later in this year, also, could you please reserve a provisional place on both 2011 Algerian trips

Reviewer: Graham and Linda
Event: Welsh Explorer, 2009


 

Linda and I wanted to drop you a line to thank you for a truly excellent weekend. We enjoyed all the runs (difficult and easy) the company and despite some bad weather, some stunning countryside. Thanks also for taking the extra time to cover Happy Valley which was well worth it from our perspective.  The format that you provide of camping with basic facilities or even wild camping with some time in the evening to chat to like minded individuals round a camp fire is something we particularly enjoyed over other weekends we have participated in with the competition.

Thanks again for a brilliant weekend end and we look forward to joining you again when holidays and work permit it !!!!

 
Reviewer: John
Event: High Atlas Explorer 2009


 

Dear Paul

Thank you for organising and leading another excellent and well-planned adventure. I am already looking forward to my trips with you next year.

 

 
Reviewer: Liz and Giles
Event: High Atlas Explorer, 2009


 

Paul,

Thanks for a fantastic three weeks, the chance to see the huge diversity of the country in landscape & culture. We both already have a love for Africa & it has wetted our appetite to see more.

We were impressed with your exceptional knowledge and facts which you provided throughout the trip. As well as the amazing changing scenery we really enjoyed the opportunities to met people in their native environment - the breakfast delivered by the farmer in the Rif and the visit to Nima's village will be lasting memories.

 
Reviewer: Carol, Kevin, Connor and Shannon
Event: Pyrenees Explorer, 2009


 

Hi Paul and Anne,
Thank you for an "awesome" holiday ( Connors` choice of word!) The two weeks were excellent fun,  fantastic scenery and made even better by a great crowd of people.   The kids both enjoyed it more than we thought they would.   The only problem is now that we cannot wait to start planning the next adventure. You organised everything so well and your enthusiasm and joy of travelling was contagious. Thank you again for a memory making holiday and we will see you soon on another trip,  unless we are on the blacklist!!
                                    Yours ( feeling really pissed off about being at work and being at home and not being able to come to Morocco in September and hating living in a house not a tent...)

                                         Carol,  Kevin , Connor ( better known as Cub) and Shannon.
                                 .

 
Reviewer: Tom and John
Event: Pyrenees Explorer, 2009


 

Hi Paul , I would just like to say a huge thankyou for your hospitality on your Pyrenees explorer. I think I can speak for both me and John when I say we had a truly awesome experience.
 
Also, I have written an article about the trip and have forwarded it to Total Off Road. Emily has got back to me and said that they hope to run it in the future.
 
Anyway, many thanks again, I look forward to travelling with you again soon

 
Reviewer: Brian and Anne
Event: Pyrenees Explorer, 2009


 

Dear Paul - just to let you know we have just returned to Cumbria after a wonderful trip, very good itinerary and lovely people, thoroughly enjoyed ourselves - thank you for making it such a good trip.

 
Reviewer: Paul and Jane
Event: Pyrenees Explorer, 2009


 

Hi Paul

Our tour with you was just terrific and exceeded our expectations. The choice of tracks and driving was just right with an excellent mix of terrain and difficulty. The campsites where also perfect. One of the best adventures we have had.

 
Reviewer: Chris and Charlie
Event: Yorkshire Explorer, UK, 2009


 

Hi Paul and Anne,
We would both like to thank you for a fantastic weekend last week. We really enjoyed the driving, views, weather and the company. It was a great starter for us into the world of expedition and convoy driving. the driving was just what we wanted and we both got a good chance to test our driving skills, and we are currently making alterations to our good old 200 TDI, which, by the way is still better than a Land Cruiser !!!!!!!!!!

See you in October

 
Reviewer: Richard
Event: Welsh Explorer, UK, 2009


 

Paul & Anne,

Just a quick note to thank you once again for organising another awesome trip, great company, well chosen routes, fantastic views, glorious sunshine, and perhaps one of the coldest nights sleeping out since I kipped on the side of Mont Blanc !

Who said you can't find it all in the UK, although on Saturday it was a bit 'four seasons in a day' !  

Thanks for the pictures posted on the web site, and yes Paul, you are quite right, it was all the car that got me through !!

(note to self, next time realise that the diff lock would be a good idea at the rock step!)

Thanks again , and hope to be joining you again soon

 

   
Reviewer: Denis
Event: Welsh Explorer, UK, 2009


 

Just a few lines to say thanks for the weekend. Bearing in mind that it was my first every off road experience as a complete 4X4 novice – (the car was better prepared than me)  I can honestly say it was a driving test for myself more than a capability test for the car – it was an experience that I thoroughly enjoyed – I probably learnt more about the capability of my car – and how to drive it – over ‘your weekend’ than over the past two years road & track driving.  It was also interesting to see completely standard 4X4’s on the event and how well they performed and that everyone finished.  One of my other aims was to look at some of the equipment people were using ‘inside’ the cars – cookers/seats/tents/water carriers/ sat nav stuff, etc- to see what was needed and what worked for a longer off road experience.

The routes were great and the scenery was stunning. I will be finishing off the few things I need to do on the car and I’ll be with you later this year in Morocco

 
Reviewer: John
Event: Grand Erg Explorer, Tunisia, 2009


 

Paul

I would like to thank you for leading the Tunisian trip and say how much I enjoyed it. The organisation was excellent and your professionalism and experience are second to none. The equipment you carried was very impressive – the moving map display on your laptop, for example, was particularly reassuring when the weather deteriorated in the sand storm. It was also good to have a satellite phone available.

 

I hope you have a successful 2009 and look forward to joining you in Morocco later in the year.

 
Reviewer: Gary and Lynda
Event: Hoggar and Tissili Explorer, Algeria, 2008


 

Hi Paul  

We would like to thank you for One Great Trip, One Great Adventure, One Fantastic Holiday, lead by a True Professional. Totally faultless.

When you get compliments from a Yorkshireman you must have got it right!!!  

A lgeria 2008

   L oved every second

      G reat fun                                                                                 

         E xcellent                                                                            

            R iding the dunes

                 I ncredible scenery                                                        Thanks again    

                    A nd finally..........Hotel Kasbah                                  Looking forward to 2009

 
Reviewer: Harry
Event: Summer Ice Explorer, Iceland, 2008


 

We had a truely memorable and enjoyable trip, and the photos and stories have been distributed far and wide. Your organisation and professionalism are of the highest order, and your unfailing courtesy and patience were commendable. Thhnk you also for the CD with all the trips photos, which were top class and have been widely admired. We'll definately would like to do another trip and are thinking already of when and where.

   
Reviewer: Nicola
Event: Welsh Explorer


 

I just want to say a big thanks to you for such a great trip weekend. As I am sure you could tell...I am certainly no camper. Although it was torrential rain with gale force winds, and I was cold, wet, muddy, hungry and tired with no sign of a toilet or shower for days.....I had the best time ever! Thanks to everyone for being so nice and making the trip absolutely brilliant.   On a very sunny (how ironic) Monday morning in Leeds I was sat on the M1 for an hour in traffic on my daily commute, surrounded by grumpy drivers. All I could do was smile, as I knew I was surrounded by people who had spent their weekend cleaning, shopping or just being hungover....whereas I on the other hand was driving through rivers, up rocks and across mountains wearing bright pink wellies with a great bunch of people. My colleagues and friends cannot believe I actually went on the trip....let alone have such a good time. We are planning to go again later on this year. Thanks to Paul and Anne...aka "The Oracles of the Mountains", you guys are ace :oD

 
Reviewer: Dave and Alex
Event: Welsh Explorer


 

Hi Paul and Anne

We had a great time despite the weather this weekend; it was really good to finally see some of what the car is capable of doing after spending so many hours working on it!  Seeing all the other vehicles on the weekend also gave us a few ideas of improvements to make to ours before we head for Australia

 
Reviewer: Jerry
Event: Yorkshire Explorer


 

Hi Paul


Thanks for a great weekend - it was really good to put our new toy (and me) to a bit of a test and I am starting to feel a bit more confident (dangerous!).

Cheers

Jerry

 
Reviewer: David and Graeme
Event: Yorkshire Explorer


 

Hi Paul


Thank you for a fantastic weekend in North Yorkshire, a very good mixture of lanes throughout the weekend and some very testing ones too but the main thing is I managed to complete them without any damage (or bits falling off as some of the group commented) or the need to be recovered (bonus), believe me it was great fun in the Freelander (that underbody protection was worth the investment) and thanks for the jubilee clips for the minor adjustment needed to keep the exhaust from vibrating on the guard after it had a few encounters with the local stone!


Good choice of camp sites especially the second night.....what a view and the landlord, what a character, but at least he served good ale and good food. I'm looking forward to the next adventure, so I'd be greatful if you could keep me posted and let me know which ones would be best suited for the Freelander.

Best Regards
David and Graeme

 
Reviewer: Julian, Charlotte and Jamie
Event: Welsh Explorer


 

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

 
Reviewer: Phil
Event: Welsh Explorer


 

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
Event: Welsh Explorer


 

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
Event: Welsh Explorer


 

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
Event: Welsh Explorer


 

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
Event: High Atlas Explorer, Morocco


 

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 entertainer, 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

Event: Welsh Explorer


 

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
Event: High Atlas Explorer - Morocco


 

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
Event: High Atlas Explorer - Morocco


 

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 and family
Event: Welsh Explorer


 

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
Event: Welsh Explorer


 

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 and Dolores
Event: Welsh Explorer


 

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 and Stuart
Event: Welsh Explorer


 

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 and Big Red
Event: West Africa Explorer


 

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
Event: OneLife Explorers


 

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
Event: UK Explorer - Peak District


 

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 and Janey
Event: Consultancy and Training


 

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


 

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
Event: Welsh Explorer


 
"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
Event: Peak Explorer


 
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
Event: Great Erg Explorer, Tunisia


 
"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
Event: Great Erg Explorer, Tunisia


 
 
"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
Event: Libya Recce


 
 
"I'm very impressed by OneLife Adventure 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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