Name: Tim George
Tour: Anticipated Velocity Voyage Tour (Tour 4)
Year: 2023

General review

Although a relatively quite week this year on the storm front, there were some great storms around NM and TX that ETT hunted down, despite nothing outrageous forecasted. We did however see at least 1/2 dozen magical supercells, fierce hail storms and even some tornados on a low risk last day of chasing. Don't waste your money elsewhere, go with experience and quality rather than cheap and nasty, put your trust in Extreme Tornado Tours for your next adventure!

Tour guide review

3rd tour with Extreme Tornado Tours coming all the way from Australia. I wouldn't go with any other company, Nick and the team at ETT are professionals on and off the field. From the comfort of their vehicles to the choice of hotels to the restaurant choices they make, all of these factors contribute to the professionalism these guys show on tour.

Vehicle review

Vehicles used by ETT are comfortable, spacious and not overcrowded, choice of seats, USB ports for guests to use, air con, safe, kept clean and maintained regularly. I can't fault their vehicles and a more than happy to spend 8hrs a day in them if need be.
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Name: Meghan P
Tour: Anticipated Velocity Voyage Tour (Tour 4)
Year: 2023

General review

This is my second trip with ETT, as I previously chased with Tour 1 in 2022. I didn't think that it could get much better than last year's experience, until I went on Tour 6 in 2023. This trip was especially memorable because we saw a tornado on the very first chase day (near Higgins, TX), which set everyone's mood at an all-time high. Time and time again, the guides worked hard to find interesting weather events for us to experience. I truly loved seeing a massive mothership supercell near Springfield, CO and a crazy hail storm near Chugwater, WY. Go with an open mind, and try to see the beauty in all things! It isn't just about the tornadoes - you will experience some of the most beautiful (and remote) parts of the US. You will also make new friends on the tour, and our group has grown exceptionally close over the last few weeks. Please be advised that this is not meant to be a fancy tour with fine dining and 5-star accommodations every night. That is NOT what chasing is about, nor should it be. If that is what you are expecting, then be sure to manage your own expectations for the tour. Many of the places that you will chase are in rural areas with limited hotel options. There were only two hotels out of eight chase days/nights that I found to be subpar; the other hotels, such as the Candlewood Suites and the Best Western Premier, were excellent! As for the food options, the guides do a great job finding 'hidden gems' - with that said, if you are in chase mode or if it is late at night then your options may be limited. I would plan to pack a few snacks to hold you over in the event that you are chasing a storm with no time to stop and eat a sit down meal. The guides will definitely stop for bathroom breaks at gas stations where you can grab food and drinks. For down days (non-chase days) you may end up at a Wal-Mart or grocery store where you can stock up on essentials. You will also get to visit some interesting places when there are not any storms to chase. For example, our group went to Lookout Mountain in Golden, CO; the Oklahoma City Bombing Memorial; followed the Yellow Brick Road to Dorothy's house in Liberal, KS; and paid our respects to Tim, Carl and Paul at the Twistex Memorial in El Reno, OK.

Tour guide review

Here is my review for the individual ETT guides, collectively known as "The Dream Team" of storm chasing: Trey (Lead ETT Meteorologist): Trey quickly recognized my passion for the weather, and let me tell you - he is a fabulous teacher! With Trey's guidance and expertise, I was excited to apply concepts that I learned in my meteorology program to what I was actually observing out in the field. He skillfully gaged each person's level of knowledge about the weather, and patiently explained what was happening in a way that inexperienced guests could understand. Trey is a thoughtful, strategic master of his tradecraft, flawlessly blending his experience in academia with his love for storm chasing to make accurate assessments regarding the best locations to observe severe weather. He is most definitely 'The Weather Whisperer!' Max: An accomplished documentarian and exceptional storyteller, Max eagerly shared his extensive experience as a storm chaser with ETT guests. Seeing his enthusiasm when we witnessed an amazing mothership supercell with near perfect structure was inspiring, and in that moment, you could truly see the passion that he has for storm chasing. Let me just say that I have never ever seen someone drive a white van like Max. He can NAVIGATE IT ALL, but his specialty is most definitely driving through a hailstorm at night with a cracked windshield and one operational wiper. He knows how to keep it 'between the lines' while staying cool, calm and collected...always ensuring that guest safety is the #1 priority! Max is a lean mean driving machine, and an absolute delight to have as a travel partner for over 3000 miles across 5 different states!! Stephen: There are no words to capture the amazingness of Stephen. He immediately makes everyone feel comfortable with his wonderful sense of humor and amicable nature. During the tour, he demonstrated his talent as a navigator, helping the team make split second decisions during a chase to ensure that guests are safe and still have a great view of approaching storms. Stephen's enthusiasm and positivity transferred to the guests, as well as his fellow guides. He is clearly the life of the party, sharing endless stories about his adventures as a member of the chasing community. Ask Stephen about photography, roller coasters or his most memorable weather experiences and you will be happy that you did! Ben: As the king of zingers with his dry sense of humor and chill demeanor, Ben is definitely the person that you want on your team when s*** gets real. He is the calm within a storm, no doubt stemming from his career as a firefighter and first responder. He is the strong, silent type and knows exactly when to provide input and when it is best to listen or observe. Ben has experienced both the exhilarating and the dark side of chasing, which gives him a unique perspective on severe weather. He is an excellent photographer, well-respected guide, huge asset to the ETT team...and an amazing human.

Vehicle review

The vehicles were in good working order, and were well-maintained. There was plenty of room for guests, as ETT does not cram too many people into the vans (2 guides and 6 guests max). There are also chargers in the vans, and a cooler is kept in the back with drinks at all times. The only way to possibly improve upon the vans (in the future) would be captains chairs (or installation of head rests) - but it is definitely not a deal breaker.
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Name: Extreme Weather
Tour: Anticipated Velocity Voyage Tour (Tour 4)
Year: 2022
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General review

Five star review! It really felt like our guides were out storm chasing and jus let us tag along. We have not had two good chase days, but saw an excellent tornado on one of them. Our guides did an great job of briefing us on the weather and the possibilities. On the day of the tornado, we ended up driving nearly 600 miles but we were in exactly the right spot at the right time. On off days, our guides took us to different national parks. We are at several excellent restaurants and at a number of fast food restaurants when we were in a rush. I would highly recommend ETT. My one caveat is that this tour is for people who love extreme weather. When there was a possibility of a good storm, we would chase it until we were sure it was gone. Several nights we were out until quite late. This is exactly what we wanted.

Tour guide review

Our four guides (Alec, Trey, Kevin, and Max) we’re all very friendly and accommodating. My son was very much into the weather and they did well working with him. I am a bit of a weather noob and they were good at explaining things to me.

Vehicle review

The vans were fine. Plenty of outlets. Plenty of water. We put in around 3000 miles in one week and we’re comfortable enough.
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Name: Judy
Tour: Anticipated Velocity Voyage Tour (Tour 4)
Year: 2022
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General review

The organisation was extremely professional, particularly the pre-tour information. All accommodation bookings went smoothly, and vehicles performed perfectly.

Tour guide review

All the guides gave the fullest information regarding weather prospects, and answered all our questions willinlye st ly. (willingly)

Vehicle review

. Perfect
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Name: Kenzie
Tour: Anticipated Velocity Voyage Tour (Tour 4)
Year: 2022

General review

This tour was one of the most memorable and exciting trips I’ve ever been on! This tour company knew right where to be to see the best storms. The whole crew was extremely knowledgeable, caring, accommodating, and compassionate! Extremely professional! The vans were comfortable with plenty of space! Would 110% recommend them to anyone! I will be back touring with them again someday!

Tour guide review

Best tour guides there is! Nick, Ashleigh, Alec and Kevin are amazing at what they do and are very knowledgeable. Even though we didn’t see a tornado touch down the storms they brought us to were unbelievable.

Vehicle review

The vans were very comfortable, spacious and clean. The only thing lacking was a cup holder for your drink.
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Name: Rhian.Wales.UK
Tour: Anticipated Velocity Voyage Tour (Tour 4)
Year: 2022

General review

I went on my first tour with ETT in June 2022; it was something I'd wanted to do since being a child and I had researched my tour company in great detail prior to booking. Chasing with ETT was everything I wanted it to be and so so much more! During the tour I saw my first and second tornadoes near Dorrance, KS. We also saw some stunning supercell structures, beautiful lightning and some good hail. We stayed in good hotels; even when we were located in the backend of nowhere! We ate like kings throughout the week and on days where the weather was uneventful we enjoyed trips to places of interest throughout the US. As a single woman travelling from the UK it was daunting but I need not have worried, being on the tour felt strangely like home. I felt safe, comfortable and cared for. I honestly cannot recommend ETT enough, it was a truly magical experience and I cannot wait to do it again, again and again.

Tour guide review

I thought the weather would be the outstanding highlight of the tour but what actually made it for me was the people; my fellow guests were wonderful and the guides were fantastic. I was lucky enough to have guides Trey Greenwood, Alec Scholten, Kevin Rolfs and Max Olson on my tour - all of whom were extremely knowledgeable, guest focused, safety aware, professional, personable and absolutely hilarious. I never for one moment felt my safety was at risk despite being in close range of supercells, tornadoes, lightning and hail.

Vehicle review

The van was super comfortable; it was well equipped and I had ample space to relax on the long drives, cold water was always available in the cooler and so was the air-conditioning.
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Name: Jen ETT 2022#7
Tour: Anticipated Velocity Voyage Tour (Tour 4)
Year: 2022

General review

My tour was great! ETT exceeded my expectations with friendliness, knowledgeability, and a passion for the chase. Extremely responsive to emails, calls, and texts. Went out of their way to ensure each guest felt welcomed, which was amazing as I was a newbie to the whole experience. I highly recommended ETT to friends and family members before, during, and after the tour. The only thing I would have changed: For an extra $15-20/night, our group could have slept better at night knowing the rooms were cleaner/more modern.

Tour guide review

Our guides were extremely knowledgeable and friendly. They were quick to answer questions and did a fantastic job of putting us in the right place at the right time for maximum storm potential, which paid off. I also felt safe with the guides and other guests. On down days, we weren't cooped up in the hotel. Our guides found interesting activities for us (even in rural/remote areas). They kept things entertaining even when we were traveling for multiple hours a day. I would chase with Alec, Max, Trey, and Kevin any day!

Vehicle review

The vans were very comfortable, clean, and spacious. We had a 15 passenger van but only 5-6 guests and 2 guides. The A/C worked great and the music choice was solid. They had a cooler in the back full of waters and whatever beverage/food you wanted to place in there. Once of the vans required maintenance on our tour, but the guides quickly and calmly resolved the issue overnight/on a down day. We were still able to do fun activities on the down day despite that obstacle.
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Name: Laura
Tour: Anticipated Velocity Voyage Tour (Tour 4)
Year: 2022
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General review

ETT went beyond trying to get us to active storm locations, no matter where. Dependable and roomy .

Tour guide review

The guides are very knowledgeable and safely is #1, they are friendly, and fun. On down days,they were always looking for incredible places to eat and sight see.

Vehicle review

Fantastic guides And definitely made the most out of every situation.
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Name: Dominique T.
Tour: Anticipated Velocity Voyage Tour (Tour 4)
Year: 2022

General review

I had a great adventure with ETT this year. I got to visit 4 new states this year. Though the storms weren't playing nice with us, ETT still makes it a great vacation. I have full trust in the team with their weather decisions. I love the family-like atmosphere. The other guests in the van also made it a fun trip. I'm an introvert at home but when I go on an ETT tour, it doesn't seem like it. Thank you again Nick, Trey, Kevin, and Alec for a wonderful vacation. It was also my first time meeting Trey and Alec. They are fantastic!

Tour guide review

The entire team does a great job at communicating. I especially love how silly they are on the radio sometimes. I get a good laugh out of that. I also love eating at new places. They always do a good job at picking restaurants.

Vehicle review

The vans are great. It's nice to be able to charge our devices. There's plenty of room as well.
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Name: Mitchell S.
Tour: Anticipated Velocity Voyage Tour (Tour 4)
Year: 2022

General review

Extreme Tornado Tours provides a first class experience. My wife and I were on tour #3, which was from May 6th-14th. We loved every minute of it. Nick, Kevin, Trey and Alec were very friendly and incredibly knowledgeable. They took the time to answer any questions we had, and also made everything fun and easy to learn along the way. They hold true to their motto “Be There” They out us where the storms were for the entire week.

Tour guide review

The crew was second to none. Their knowledge and experience in the field is very evident in how they make their decisions on where to chase. They put us in the weather, whenever it was. Incredibly well done.

Vehicle review

The vans they use are very comfortable. They have plenty of room to relax during the trip, and charging stations for your phones and other electronic devices. We logged just over 3,000 miles on this trip, and there was not a single time where we didn’t feel comfortable in the van.
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Name: Jen ETT 2022#7
Tour: Anticipated Velocity Voyage Tour (Tour 4)
Year: 2007

General review

My tour was great! ETT exceeded my expectations with friendliness, knowledgeability, and a passion for the chase. Extremely responsive to emails, calls, and texts. Went out of their way to ensure each guest felt welcomed, which was amazing as I was a newbie to the whole experience. I highly recommended ETT to friends and family members before, during, and after the tour. The only thing I would have changed: For an extra $15-20/night, our group could have slept better at night knowing the rooms were cleaner/more modern.

Tour guide review

Our guides were extremely knowledgeable and friendly. They were quick to answer questions and did a fantastic job of putting us in the right place at the right time for maximum storm potential, which paid off. I also felt safe with the guides and other guests. On down days, we weren't cooped up in the hotel. Our guides found interesting activities for us (even in rural/remote areas). They kept things entertaining even when we were traveling for multiple hours a day. I would chase with Alec, Max, Trey, and Kevin any day!

Vehicle review

The vans were very comfortable, clean, and spacious. We had a 15 passenger van but only 5-6 guests and 2 guides. The A/C worked great and the music choice was solid. They had a cooler in the back full of waters and whatever beverage/food you wanted to place in there. Once of the vans required maintenance on our tour, but the guides quickly and calmly resolved the issue overnight/on a down day. We were still able to do fun activities on the down day despite that obstacle.
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