Galapagos Islands Travel Agents

Kimkim has selected the best Galapagos Islands travel agents so you'll have a worry-free trip.
With kimkim you will connect directly to a local specialist in Galapagos Islands who will personalize your trip to your specific tastes. Once we have a sense of who you are and what you're looking for, you'll be matched with the right local travel agent for you. Not everyone wants to get completely off the grid—but even if you want to hit the most popular sites and cities, kimkim ensures a customized experience, including lodging, guides, and transportation.
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Alvaro Pereira

(80 reviews)
Galapagos Islands Travel Agent based in Quito, Ecuador
Alvaro specializes in: Highlands, Coast, Cloud Forest, & Amazon of Ecuador, Colombia and Peru - Galapagos: Island Hopping and Cruises - Self Driving Trips - Inclusive Travel - Family Adventures
Recent traveler reviews for Alvaro:
"We were impressed with the time that Alvaro, and especially Steven, took to understand our individual needs." - by Clyde, Jun 15, 2025 · see review
"Alvaro & Jose planned & executed an extraordinary trip." - by Karen, May 25, 2025 · see review
"Alvaro and Jacquie did an excellent job planning our Galapagos trip." - by Mark, Feb 13, 2025 · see review

Mathias Onisseit

(61 reviews)
Galapagos Islands Travel Agent based in Quito, Ecuador
Mathias specializes in: Hiking, off the beaten track, cloud forest, rain forest
Recent traveler reviews for Mathias:
"The service that we received from Mathias, our local specialist was nothing short of spectacular." - by Abby, Mar 6, 2025 · see review
"A fantastic tour put together by Mathias!" - by Nihar, Dec 29, 2024 · see review
"This is the third time we worked with Mathias, and it was as always, a great trip." - by Victoria, Aug 10, 2024 · see review

Linda Schulz

(29 reviews)
Galapagos Islands Travel Agent based in Quito
Linda specializes in: Off-the-beaten-track; rainforest; Galápagos; active tours
Recent traveler reviews for Linda:
"This was a great trip Linda did a great job planning everything!" - by Rita, Nov 19, 2024 · see review
"Linda was beyond fabulous- knowledgeable, friendly, accommodating." - by Marcia, Apr 22, 2024 · see review
"Linda and team were amazing in planning our custom trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos!" - by Celia, Mar 1, 2024 · see review

Isabel Pérez

(13 reviews)
Galapagos Islands Travel Agent based in Quito
Isabel specializes in: Trips to the highlands of Ecuador, wildlife, Amazon Rainforest, Galapagos Islands
Recent traveler reviews for Isabel:
"I want to thank our local specialist, Isabel, for the perfect organization of this vacation." - by Tanya, Nov 3, 2024 · see review
"It was an amazing and wonderful experience made easy and worry-free by Isabel Pérez's diligent planning and responsiveness to our requests and force major causes requiring changes in the itinerary." - by Ora, May 1, 2024 · see review
"Isabel was manning the control decks and absolutely nailed it." - by Stuart, Nov 18, 2023 · see review

Nicolas Cadena

(13 reviews)
Galapagos Islands Travel Agent based in Ecuador
Nicolas specializes in: Amazon expeditions, Galapagos Island hopping adventures, Andean highlands exploration
Recent traveler reviews for Nicolas:
"Nicolas did an amazing job of answering my numerous questions." - by Laura, Dec 7, 2024 · see review
"Nicolas arranged special arrangements for us and was great to work with." - by Matt, Dec 3, 2024 · see review
"Nicolas helped me organize a scuba dive for my last day in the Galapagos and stayed in touch throughout the whole trip to check on me which was great." - by Chloe, Jan 28, 2024 · see review

Paola Vera Feijoo

(10 reviews)
Galapagos Islands Travel Agent based in Quito
Paola specializes in: Tailor made trips, Galapagos Islands (island hopping and cruises), Amazon, Andes, Coast
Recent traveler reviews for Paola:
"Thank you Kimkim Travel, especially Paola Feijoo, Paul Cisneros, and Ramiro for creating such an amazing itinerary for our family to visit Ecuador." - by Uyen, Jun 16, 2025 · see review
"Thank you again Paola!" - by Shannon, May 26, 2025 · see review
"Thank you, Paola, for helping us with our amazing trip to Galapagos and Quito!" - by CHRISTINE, Apr 4, 2025 · see review

Jacquie Granda

(9 reviews)
Galapagos Islands Travel Agent based in Quito - Ecuador
Jacquie specializes in: Birdwatching, Wellness Experiences, Food Tours, Family trips, Romantic trips, Hikking, Taylor made tours, Mountain Climbing, Historical and Cultural Tours, Regenerative Tours
I am an Ecuadorian woman, born and raised in Quito, totally proud of my cultural background. I was really fortunate to grow up in a green valley surrounded by mountains, snow-capped volcanoes, thermal springs, crystal-clear creeks, and the characteristic charm of the cold wind sweeping down from... read more

Pilar Albuja

(8 reviews)
Galapagos Islands Travel Agent based in Ecuador Quito
Recent traveler reviews for Pilar:
"Summary ratings: Travel specialist (Pilar): 5/5 KimKim platform: 4." - by Jerry, Feb 11, 2024 · see review
"Pilar took into account our needs and desire when creating the itinerary." - by lalitha, Jan 2, 2024 · see review
"Pilar Albuja helped plan our itinerary." - by Sejal, Jan 2, 2024 · see review

Maria Jose Jaramillo

(5 reviews)
Galapagos Islands Travel Agent based in Quito, Ecuador
Maria Jose specializes in: The Galapagos Islands, The Andean Highlands, The Amazon, Cruises, Pacific Coast, Peru, Hiking, Colombia, Cultural Excurtion, Adventure Excurtion, Senior Travelers
From a young age, I dreamed of flying to every corner of the world, and my grandmother, recognizing my passion, took me on summer adventures to explore the hidden treasures of Ecuador. Those experiences fueled my love for travel and led me to pursue a degree in hospitality, allowing me to see... read more

Paul Cisneros

(6 reviews)
Galapagos Islands Travel Agent based in Quito
Paul specializes in: Galapagos, Amazon Rainforest, Ecuadorian Andes, wildlife
I love to travel and discover new places. Born and raised in Quito, the capital of Ecuador, I grew up admiring the rich history of my city and the breathtaking landscapes of the Andes. I have been involved in tourism for over 4 years; I’m passionate about exploring my country and helping... read more

Karla Guerrero

(3 reviews)
Galapagos Islands Travel Agent based in Ecuador
Karla specializes in: Custom Itinerary Planning , Galapagos Islands Expeditions , Amazon Rainforest Adventures , Andean Mountain Expeditions , Luxury Travel and Boutique Experiences , Cultural and Heritage Tours
Born and raised in Ecuador, I’ve enjoyed exploring every corner of my beautiful country, uncovering hidden gems. What drives me is simple "I want to create unforgettable experiences for every traveler, moments that leave a lasting impact". For me, travel is not just about visiting new places,... read more
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Galapagos Islands Travel Agent based in Quito
María Belén specializes in: Creating exciting itineraries, assessing travelers with their needs, and meeting travelers' expectations with interesting trip ideas.
I believe that travel should bring spiritual and cultural knowledge to travelers. When we travel, we learn a lot and grow through our lived experiences. In the same way, the impact we should leave on each of the places we visit should also be positive, it is a give-and-take that makes the trip... read more
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Trip Reviews for Galapagos Islands

The latest reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim
4.8
Based on 186 ratings

Exceptional planning and service from Kimkim team!
Galapagos Islands | May 29 - Jun 6, 2025

Clyde
Clyde H.
Boston, MA | Reviewed on Jun 15, 2025
We would like to share the positive experience we had with Kimkim Tours. We typically like to make our own travel plans and steer away from group tours and/or cruises that have preset “boiler plate” itineraries. Yet, with the choice to go to the Galapagos Islands during our semi-retirement years, as well as the realization that there might be a language barrier, we decided to research tour options. Kimkim seemed like a good choice for us. We were impressed with the time that Alvaro, and... Read more

We would like to share the positive experience we had with Kimkim Tours. We typically like to make our own travel plans and steer away from group tours and/or cruises that have preset “boiler plate” itineraries. Yet, with the choice to go to the Galapagos Islands during our semi-retirement years, as well as the realization that there might be a language barrier, we decided to research tour options. Kimkim seemed like a good choice for us.

We were impressed with the time that Alvaro, and especially Steven, took to understand our individual needs. The interaction started with us filling out a detailed questionnaire detailing our interests, how we preferred to travel, what we wanted to see, our preferences on lodging (from simple hostels to premium hotels) as well as our ages, physical abilities and budget considerations. Kimkim put together a suggested itinerary, We were able give them input on the plan and they made adjustments given our feedback. After a few iterations, we finally agreed our itinerary! Kimkim then went to work on booking our hotels, transportation (including transfers) and daily tours.

We cannot say enough about the exceptional service both during the planning process as well as “on the ground” during our travels. Kimkim provided exceptional service, well-planned itineraries, and smooth travel experiences. We received personalized attention, experienced a helpful and responsive staff, and a seamless booking process. Communications both before and during the trip were efficient and reliable. The local guides and contacts were extremely knowledgeable and helpful and provided valuable insights and direction.

It is also notable to mention that late in the planning and payment process, we experienced a personal health issue that might have affected the trip and excursions we had planned. Steven and Alvaro were understanding and allowed us some extra time to tighten our plans and pay our deposits while always communicating and check-in in on us. In addition, we needed to make a few changes to our plans during the trip and Steven/Alvara/Rita worked together to accommodate our unique circumstance. We appreciated this personal attention and professionalism!

Local specialist: Alvaro Pereira
Alvaro
Alvaro Pereira
Local specialist in Quito, Ecuador | Replied on Jun 17, 2025
Hello Clyde, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughtful and detailed review! It truly means a lot to us that you chose to trust Kimkim—and our local team—for such a meaningful journey to the Galapagos during this special chapter of your lives. We’re so happy to know that our personalized approach resonated with you and that the collaborative planning process helped shape a trip that reflected your unique travel style and needs. It was a pleasure working closely with... Read more

Hello Clyde,

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughtful and detailed review! It truly means a lot to us that you chose to trust Kimkim—and our local team—for such a meaningful journey to the Galapagos during this special chapter of your lives.

We’re so happy to know that our personalized approach resonated with you and that the collaborative planning process helped shape a trip that reflected your unique travel style and needs. It was a pleasure working closely with you—from the early stages of customizing your itinerary to supporting you during your travels.

We especially appreciate your kind words about the support during your unexpected health situation and the flexibility needed along the way. Steven, Rita, and I were more than happy to assist and ensure everything ran smoothly.

Thank you again for choosing to travel with us. We hope to welcome you again for another adventure in South America!

Hugs from the middle of the world,
Alvaro

Trip of a Lifetime
Galapagos Islands | May 10 - May 19, 2025

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Karen L.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on May 25, 2025
Alvaro & Jose planned & executed an extraordinary trip. All the plane and boat transportation, 5 hotels! and the incredible adventures. Our restrictions, no problem, our last minute changes, no problem. Responsive from first contact, to every little nitpicking question we came up with.
Guide Romero, amazing, great information & so considerate - Highlands giant tortoises, Charles Darwin Research & bonus Lava Tunnel! Guide Bebe, wonderful and trip to Lava Java fascinating and fun. Uninhabited...
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Alvaro & Jose planned & executed an extraordinary trip. All the plane and boat transportation, 5 hotels! and the incredible adventures. Our restrictions, no problem, our last minute changes, no problem. Responsive from first contact, to every little nitpicking question we came up with.
Guide Romero, amazing, great information & so considerate - Highlands giant tortoises, Charles Darwin Research & bonus Lava Tunnel! Guide Bebe, wonderful and trip to Lava Java fascinating and fun. Uninhabited Island, perfect boat ride and guide to the top of island, again so much fascinating information and the view, unbelievable. Isabel Island, coordinatot Julio, could spend a day with him, he really took care of us. Tinoreras Islet, what a hike near lava formations to a lagoon, sharks, sea turtles, magical. Volcano hike, worth every mile to see the lava cone, Guide Julio, so patient, so fascinating in his own right. Back in town saw flamingos! Lobos Island, hike over lava rocks to see incredible wildlife, blue-footed boobie with her egg! Back to Quito, a city worth exploring.

Seriously, the trip of a lifetime, made possible by Alvaro, Jose and the wonderful people of Equador ♥️

Hotel Reviews
Gran Hotel Tintorera
Puerto Villamil

Very pleasant room, excellent breakfast, great staff.

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Ilatoa Lodge
Quito

Didn't get to spend enough time there, but great venue, wonderful owner.

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Lava House Galapagos
Puerto Ayora

Nice comfortable room, good breakfast, great staff.

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Casa de Nelly
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno

Lovely room, good breakfast, great staff.

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Swissotel Quito
Quito

Top-notch hotel, comfortable room, great food, really wonderful and helpful staff.

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Welcome to Ecuador: Let Your Adventure Begin!
Welcome to Ecuador: Let Your Adventure Begin!
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Local specialist: Alvaro Pereira
Alvaro
Alvaro Pereira
Local specialist in Quito, Ecuador | Replied on Jun 02, 2025
Hello Karen, Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and detailed review! It means the world to us to hear that your journey through Ecuador and the Galápagos was everything you hoped for—and more. We loved crafting this experience for you, and we’re thrilled that each moment, from the Highlands tortoises to the volcano hike, brought joy and wonder. We’re especially happy to know that our local guides—Romero, Bebe, and Julio—left such a strong impression with their care and knowledge,... Read more

Hello Karen,

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind and detailed review! It means the world to us to hear that your journey through Ecuador and the Galápagos was everything you hoped for—and more.

We loved crafting this experience for you, and we’re thrilled that each moment, from the Highlands tortoises to the volcano hike, brought joy and wonder. We’re especially happy to know that our local guides—Romero, Bebe, and Julio—left such a strong impression with their care and knowledge, we will convey this to them as well.

Thank you for trusting us with your adventure, your flexibility, and your spirit of exploration. You’ll always have a home here in Ecuador. ♥️

Best regards,
Alvaro and Team

Top notch travel agency
Galapagos Islands | May 6 - May 14, 2025

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Amy S.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on May 17, 2025
Kimkim and Link Experiences planed a trip to the Galapagos for is in May 2025. Everything about their service was top notch. They planned our air from Quito to Santa Cruz, all our transfers, ferries, hotels and excursions. When our US flight was delayed by a day due to weather they immediately changed our Quito flight, all transfers, hotels and excursions. They made everything so painless for us. They had a representative waiting for us any time we traveled or did an excursion. They even... Read more

Kimkim and Link Experiences planed a trip to the Galapagos for is in May 2025. Everything about their service was top notch. They planned our air from Quito to Santa Cruz, all our transfers, ferries, hotels and excursions. When our US flight was delayed by a day due to weather they immediately changed our Quito flight, all transfers, hotels and excursions. They made everything so painless for us. They had a representative waiting for us any time we traveled or did an excursion. They even helped us through the complexity of checking in at the Quito airport. We stayed on Santa Cruz for two nights and Isabella for three nights. On Santa Cruz we had a private guide (Reuben) who was so knowledgeable and friendly. He took us to a local ranch to see the giant tortoises and have a nice lunch then to the lava tunnels. It was fantastic. The next day we snorkeled and swam at Tortuga Bay. There were iguanas everywhere. It was beautiful. Then again a nice lunch at a local restaurant then the Charles Darwin research station and more snorkeling nearby. We stayed at the Blu Galapagos hotel which was very nice. Then in Isabella we stayed at the Iguana Crossing hotel which was also very nice. We did a shared group Tintoreras tour with some nice snorkeling. Then the next day a shared group Los Tuneles tour which was unbelievable. We saw two blue footed boobies doing their mating dance not more than 3 feet from us. We snorkeled with penguins and lots of sea turtles, also saw some sharks and sea horses. Then on our last day we had another amazing guide (Julio). We did a very informative nature walk to the giant tortoise breeding center. We also saw flamingos in their natural environment. Our only regret is that we didn't stay longer. Travel from San Diego was two days on either end of the trip and with the weather delays in Dallas our travel days were almost as many as our vacation days. In all our future trips we will always look for kimkim, they just made everything so hassle free. And they planned all our excursions, I just vaguely gave advice that we wanted to see wildlife and do some snorkeling and they made sure we hit all the best spots. They even checked us in to our hotels to make sure all was in order. And on days we were traveling or doing an excursion early they made sure we had a box breakfast at the front desk. We LOVE kimkim and Link Experiences.

Local specialist: María Belén Villacrés
María Belén
María Belén Villacrés
Local specialist in Quito | Replied on May 20, 2025
Dear Amy & Rocco, Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words — we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It makes us incredibly happy to know that your trip to the Galápagos was so memorable and that everything went smoothly, even with the unexpected flight delay. We're thrilled that you enjoyed the company of our guides, Rubén and Julio, and that you had the chance to witness the incredible wildlife and beauty of the islands. It was a real pleasure to... Read more

Dear Amy & Rocco,

Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words — we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. It makes us incredibly happy to know that your trip to the Galápagos was so memorable and that everything went smoothly, even with the unexpected flight delay.

We're thrilled that you enjoyed the company of our guides, Rubén and Julio, and that you had the chance to witness the incredible wildlife and beauty of the islands. It was a real pleasure to assist you throughout this adventure.

Sending you both a warm hug from Ecuador — we’ll be here for you whenever you’re ready for your next journey!

Warm regards,

María-Belén & the Link Experiences Team

We recently had the incredible opportunity to...
Galapagos Islands | Mar 8 - Mar 15, 2025

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Matt S.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on May 16, 2025
We recently had the incredible opportunity to tour the Galápagos Islands, and our experience with KimKim exceeded all expectations. From the moment we booked, their team was professional, knowledgeable, and attentive to every detail. The itinerary was thoughtfully planned, balancing guided exploration with time to relax and soak in the unique beauty of the islands. Our guides were passionate and well-informed, making each stop engaging and educational. The accommodations and meals were... Read more

We recently had the incredible opportunity to tour the Galápagos Islands, and our experience with KimKim exceeded all expectations. From the moment we booked, their team was professional, knowledgeable, and attentive to every detail. The itinerary was thoughtfully planned, balancing guided exploration with time to relax and soak in the unique beauty of the islands. Our guides were passionate and well-informed, making each stop engaging and educational. The accommodations and meals were excellent, and logistics ran smoothly throughout. We couldn’t have asked for a better way to experience such a remarkable destination. Highly recommended!

Local specialist: Alvaro Pereira
Alvaro
Alvaro Pereira
Local specialist in Quito, Ecuador | Replied on May 16, 2025

Hello Matt, Melissa, and Mallory,

Knowing you had such an incredible time in the Galápagos with KimKim makes me so happy and grateful.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your trust and for choosing Ecuador as your family's destination. Please know that I'm always at your service for any future trips you might consider to Ecuador, South America, or anywhere else in the world. You are always welcome here!"

Alvaro

Our bucket list trip to the Galapagos was unforgettable
Galapagos Islands | Mar 17 - Mar 26, 2025

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Joanne F.
Bridgewater, NJ | Reviewed on Apr 07, 2025
Karla was very responsive to our questions and needs. The excursions and especially snorkeling was amazing. All guides were wonderful and Isabella and specifically Julio were wonderful. Very educational and provided the info we needed to be on time for every thing and on what to wear. I loved Los tunélles snorkeling the best as we liked seeing the penguins. Read more

Karla was very responsive to our questions and needs. The excursions and especially snorkeling was amazing. All guides were wonderful and Isabella and specifically Julio were wonderful. Very educational and provided the info we needed to be on time for every thing and on what to wear. I loved Los tunélles snorkeling the best as we liked seeing the penguins.

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La Casita de la Playa
Puerto Villamil

Loved having a view of the beach where we could watch the sea lions investigating the beach

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Wildlife Encounter at Los Tuneles (Cabo Rosa)
Wildlife Encounter at Los Tuneles (Cabo Rosa)
Galapagos Islands

My favorite with such a variety of wildlife…including penguins!

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Local specialist: Karla Guerrero
Karla
Karla Guerrero
Local specialist in Ecuador | Replied on Apr 07, 2025

Hi Joanne,

I'm so happy to hear that you and the group made such wonderful memories in Ecuador and the enchanting Galapagos Islands! It truly means a lot. Thank you so much for trusting us to create this special journey for you.

Warm regards,
Karla