MT Sobek, the originators, innovators and leaders in adventure travel for more than five decades, craft journeys to the world’s most memorable places.Mountain Travel Sobek (MT Sobek) is a leading adventure travel company that specializes in hiking and trekking tours. MT Sobek offers a wide range of tours to destinations all over the world, including some of the most popular hiking destinations such as the Tour du Mont Blanc, Patagonia, Kilimanjaro, and the Camino de Santiago.MT Sobek is known for its high-quality tours and its experienced guides. The company's guides are experts in the destinations they lead tours in and they are passionate about sharing their love of the outdoors with their guests.MT Sobek's tours are designed for hikers of all levels of experience. Whether you are a beginner hiker or a seasoned mountaineer, MT Sobek has a tour that is right for you.Here are some of the most popular hiking tours offered by MT Sobek:Tour du Mont Blanc: This classic 8-day tour takes hikers around the majestic Mont Blanc massif, passing through three countries: France, Italy, and Switzerland.Patagonia Trekking: This 10-day tour takes hikers to the heart of Patagonia, one of the most beautiful and remote regions in the world. Hikers will explore towering peaks, glaciers, and lakes.Kilimanjaro Trekking: This 7-day tour takes hikers to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa. The trek is challenging, but the rewards are great.Camino de Santiago: This 14-day tour takes hikers along the Camino de Santiago, a pilgrimage route that has been traveled for centuries. Hikers will pass through charming villages and towns, and they will experience the rich culture of Spain.Galapagos Adventure Cruises: MT Sobek also offers adventure cruises to the Galapagos Islands. These cruises provide guests with the opportunity to see some of the most unique wildlife in the world, including giant tortoises, marine iguanas, and Darwin's finches.If you are looking for a high-quality hiking, adventure cruising, cultural discovery or trekking tour, MT Sobek is a great choice. With its experienced guides and wide range of tours, MT Sobek has something for everyone.
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MT Sobek (mtsobek.com) has a 5.0 out of 5 rating on OK.one, based on 102 user reviews collected here. It is listed under Travel & Vacation and its reputation is excellent. Praise is nearly unanimous, with 99% rating it 4 stars or higher; 1 of them were added in the last 12 months. Last updated 2026-09-08.
Stunning hikes, shocking hotel rooms and the 7am wake-up train
My three friends and I went on a private hiking tour of Mt. Blanc Chamonix by Mt Sobek. We spent over US$21k on a 5 night 4 day trip. The hiking trails were absolutely breathtaking, with stunning Alpine views that made every moment unforgettable. Our guide Karine was exceptional—knowledgeable, engaging, and flexible, adjusting our 4-day itinerary around the weather to maximize our experience. The group size and pacing were spot-on, making the adventure truly enjoyable. Karine's love for nature and for the trails shone through every moment of the trip, from her sense of humor down to her obscure knowledge of fox poo and wild berries. If there was one, most outstanding aspect of our trip, it was the fact that we were in such good hands with our guide that we enjoyed the serenity of the moss-laden quiet forest trails as much as the awe-inspiring terraces of the Aguille du Midi.
However, our hotel was a major letdown, one that left a bad taste in our mouth with Mt. Sobek. When we initially inquired about the tour in July, Mt Sobek indicated that Chamonix was booked out and it may not be possible. Shortly thereafter, we were told - good news, for about $1k more per person they were able to secure Prestige Rooms (twin sharing) for us. We did not at all mind paying more to upgrade our room. We were not expecting The Four Seasons but imagine our shock finding ourselves at an eco-hotel (at most 2*) with rooms that, according to online rates we checked, at the time cost around $200/night (about $100 low season) for their so-called Prestige room. We later discovered the price difference between the Prestige room and Standard room is $50/night. So they had the audacity to charge us in total $4000 more for an at most $500 upgrade. One of our beds was literally in a walk-in closet. On the bright side, the hotel’s location behind railway tracks meant the first train woke us up at 7 am every day. To top it off, housekeeping was subpar—with used coffee cups left uncleared in our room every day. We think it is completely unacceptable for Mt Sobek to spend under 10pct of our tour cost on rooms. Our attempts to question our tour coordinator about this went ignored.
We can highly recommend hiking Mt Blanc but would not suggest using Mt Sobek - surely there are other better options. If you do end up not having a choice, definitely ask for Karine and at least insist on transparency with respect to the accommodations and get a look through on the room rate.
Update:
Mt Sobek reached out to us and solicited our detailed feedback on the trip and equitably addressed our issues. Their willingness to take responsibility makes us open again to future trips with them - they do have outstanding guides and amazing itineraries. Of course we will pay closer attention to our accommodations - everyone should do their part in making sure expectations are not mismatched. Thanks again Mt. Sobek for your responsiveness.
The MTSobek experience is …so much more than walking the Camino. It is a cultural, historic, culinary and contemporary adventure across Northern Spain.
The MTSobek Camino experience was outstanding! The itinerary was well-paced to include the most scenic sections of the Camino Frances with overnight stays in charming, comfortable accommodations where local food and wine was served in abundance. Private afternoon tours were offered in major towns (San Sebastian, Burgos, Pamplona, Léon, and Santiago de Compostela) and wonderful stories and Spanish history shared daily by the trip leaders. It was truly a multi-dimensional adventure.
An excellent trip to learn about Morocco and the High Atlas Mountains, containing a great walk through gorges, villages, and wilderness. I can't imagine having a better guide (or food).
Our guides were amazing. Hotels were top notch. Great hikes with appropriate amount of downtime in the evenings. Recommend this trip to anyone looking to travel to Peru’s Sacred Valley.
This trip took us from the hustle and bustle of the big modern cities to slow pace of century old villages. Using the busses, trains and subways offered a real feeling for what everyday life is like in Japan. Each meal was an exciting exposure to beautifully displayed new foods for our consumption. The sites we visited gave us a deeper understanding of the history and culture of Japan. It is also cause for further study on my return home. The natural beauty of Japan, while on the hike, will remain in my heart for a long time. I feel lucky that I was able to participate in this exceptional trip.
We loved the entire trip! Ian Lewis was an outstanding lead guide. His knowledge of the area, the people, lodges, culture was extensive and he happily answered all of our questions. Amongst all of the members of our group we presented Ian with a few unexpected happenings and challenges. He always found a way to take care of our unexpected needs with a smile and in a way that did not cause any undue delays to the rest of the group. He maneuvered additional unexpected challenges due to local logistical changes with skill and efficiency. Ian and assistant guide, Juri, were top notch and a joy to travel with.
A once-in-a-lifetime experience. The combination of stunning scenery and immersion in Himalayan culture was unmatched. Sanjeev was a fantastic guide, and all we had to do was enjoy the hike, the views, and each other's company. A true bucket-list experience.
You are in for a treat if you have Alisa and Shawn for your guides in Big Bend National Park. They know everything about the plants, birds, butterflies, and history of Big Bend.
Are you seeking a trip of your lifetime? Book a trip for MT Sobek's Nepal Everest Lodge-to-Lodge Trekking. The planning of the trip is impeccable. The topography is beyond extraordinary. At 71 one years of age, the treks were taxing yet manageable. Rest stops were well planned and our principal guide or trip leader was outstanding. Get in shape and book your trip now.
The experience was outstanding. All personnel we dealt with including the guide, sherpas, and various helpers were outstanding. I recommend it without reservation.
A delightful week of day hikes and memorable villages
The trip delightfully exceeded my expectations: the diversity but relatedness of geography and cultural sensibilities of our hiking spots. Centering on villages and small town bases each day that were delightful, and so unlikely to experience outside of such a trip. Such pleasant accommodations and food! The expert and cordial leadership of our group leaders Roman and Ziva. And, the collegiality and warmth of the participants.
Beat my exceedingly high expectations for the trip. It was seamlessly organized and led by really smart, kind, and fun guides. Kumano Kodo was a once in a lifetime experience. I’ve already recommended it to anyone who will listen.
MT Sobek put together a fabulous custom trip for our small group, tailored to our taste and desired level of activity. The guides are local experts and know how to address every detail. Our Peruvian Guide, Nick Santander, handled the travel hiccups seamlessly and knew how to navigate and expedite around the crowds to give us a wonderful experience. He went out of his way to add the touches that would elevate our experience. We also enjoyed the expertise of Luis during the Galapagos segment of our trip. The office provided excellent support, finding storage for our bags and rearranging transfers. All in all, the team were experts in their field and customer service.
Exceeded our Expectations. This was our first trip with Mr. Sobek and we enjoyed every minute of it. The guides were both local and knowledgeable with our destinations and led our group of adventuring seniors with confidence and truly warm personalities. They adapted well to the changing weather conditions and helped create a wonderful team of travelers of different ages, skillsets and backgrounds. Well Done!
I have traveled extensively with other adventure group tours, and this was the best trip I have ever taken. It was meticulously planned and organized, with an amazing itinerary, and yet with lots of flexibility for each of the days so if Mother Nature gave us a gift, we could roll with it. All of the guides were the best I've ever had. They wanted my experience to be great.
MT Sobek did a great job of planning the trip and providing us with preparation documents such as packing lists. The guide Coline was top notch. She had much experience and shared her knowledge. Selected hotels and restaurants were wonderful choices. A great trip for all four of us, ages 31-63.
Exceptional, Tailor-Made Travel Experiences with MT Sobek
We have had an outstanding experience with MT Sobek. Every trip organized by the agency was tailored perfectly to our needs. The well-crafted itinerary always included the most significant highlights of the destination, and the guides were exceptionally knowledgeable and well-selected. The accommodations matched our preferences, and the entire experience was managed with a high level of professionalism. MT Sobek met all our expectations, delivering a fantastic program and taking care of every logistical detail of our journey. Their professional approach extended to efficiently resolving any issues that arose. We can highly recommend MT Sobek without hesitation.
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