Galapagos Islands Travel Agents

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Alvaro Pereira

(61 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:
"Alvaro put together a comprehensive itinerary for my first trip not only Ecuador but to the continent of South America." - by Cooky, Jun 9, 2024 · see review
"We had a wonderful time in Ecuador and the plan Alvaro put together for either side of our visit to the Galápagos Islands was just perfect!" - by Bernadette, May 16, 2024 · see review
"Alvaro was terrific to work with and and answered all of my questions in a timely manner and worked with us to put together a memorable vacation." - by Barry, Mar 24, 2024 · see review

Tamer Obeid

(55 reviews)
Galapagos Islands Travel Agent based in Quito, Ecuador
Tamer specializes in: The Galapagos Islands, The Andean Highlands, The Amazon, Cruises, Pacific Coast, Arab Travelers to Latin America, University & School Groups
Recent traveler reviews for Tamer:
"A special thanks to Tamer Obeid, who expertly organized this fabulous trip for our family." - by Uyen, Jul 23, 2024 · see review
"Tamer understood my concerns and gave me assurances that allowed me to relax and move forward with the trip." - by Lorraine, Jul 13, 2024 · see review
"Tamer was our overall trip coordinator and he was very attentive and responsive particularly given that he coordinated the trip from Quito." - by Claudia, Jul 3, 2024 · see review

Mathias Onisseit

(54 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:
"Good planning by Mathias." - by Erin, Mar 13, 2024 · see review
"Mathias had every detail perfectly planned out." - by Gary, Feb 16, 2024 · see review
"Mathias was very prompt and helpful." - by Earl, Feb 5, 2024 · see review

Linda Schulz

(27 reviews)
Galapagos Islands Travel Agent based in Quito
Linda specializes in: Off-the-beaten-track; rainforest; Galápagos; active tours
Recent traveler reviews for Linda:
"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
"I e-mailed and spoke with Linda to have a fabulous trip of 12 days." - by Bill, Jan 23, 2024 · see review

Isabel Pérez

(12 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:
"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
"We had a wonderful time in the Galapagos, partly on our own and partly with guides and drivers arranged by Isabel." - by Pat, Sep 16, 2023 · see review

Pilar Albuja

(3 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

Nicolas Cadena

(2 reviews)
Galapagos Islands Travel Agent based in Ecuador
Nicolas specializes in: Amazon expeditions, Galapagos Island hopping adventures, Andean highlands exploration
I love traveling, I believe it's part of human nature, I was originally born here in Ecuador, but grew up in the US, which broadened my horizons, When I came back to South America, I immediately fell in love with this small yet incredibly diverse homeland, where every day feels like a new... 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 140 ratings

Excellent teams who took care of us during th...
Galapagos Islands | Jul 6 - Jul 20, 2024

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Thanh T.
Florence-Graham, CA | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2024

Excellent teams who took care of us during these 2 weeks!

Local specialist: Tamer Obeid

Ecuador Adventure: A Memorable Experience
Galapagos Islands | Jul 6 - Jul 20, 2024

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Uyen N.
Florence-Graham, CA | Reviewed on Jul 23, 2024
Our recent trip to Ecuador was an unforgettable adventure, and we are thrilled to share our experience.
We spent three incredible nights at the Napo Wildlife Center in Yasuni National Park. The lodge, nestled deep in the rainforest, was nothing short of spectacular. The surrounding nature was breathtaking, and we enjoyed numerous canoe rides, which provided an up-close look at the diverse wildlife. Each excursion was an exciting journey, offering sights of exotic birds, playful monkeys, and...
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Our recent trip to Ecuador was an unforgettable adventure, and we are thrilled to share our experience.
We spent three incredible nights at the Napo Wildlife Center in Yasuni National Park. The lodge, nestled deep in the rainforest, was nothing short of spectacular. The surrounding nature was breathtaking, and we enjoyed numerous canoe rides, which provided an up-close look at the diverse wildlife. Each excursion was an exciting journey, offering sights of exotic birds, playful monkeys, and other fascinating creatures. The pristine beauty of the rainforest left us in awe.
Following our rainforest adventure, we embarked on a seven-night cruise aboard the Montserrat in the Galapagos Islands. This part of our trip was extraordinary. Seeing so many animals up close was a dream come true. We snorkeled with marine iguanas, sharks, and even penguins! Our guide, Javier, was incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, making every excursion informative and enjoyable. The Galapagos Islands truly felt like a paradise, teeming with unique wildlife and stunning landscapes.
We also had the pleasure of exploring Quito. Our walking tour was informative and engaging, allowing us to soak in the city's rich history and culture. A highlight was the cooking class with our guide, Sebastian. It was a delightful experience learning to prepare traditional Ecuadorian dishes and enjoying a delicious meal we had made ourselves.
A special thanks to Tamer Obeid, who expertly organized this fabulous trip for our family. His prompt communication and attention to detail ensured everything went smoothly from start to finish. Tamer’s dedication made our vacation truly memorable, and we highly recommend his services to anyone planning a trip to Ecuador.

Local specialist: Tamer Obeid
Tamer
Tamer Obeid
Local specialist in Quito, Ecuador | Replied on Jul 25, 2024
Dear Uyen :)
I can't be happier learning how much you and the family enjoyed this trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, it really warms my heart to read your feedback and how each part of this trip has left some unforgettable set of memories :) From the Amazon experience to the Galapagos cruise, my goal was to offer you and the family genuine and authentic encounters with the beauty of this country, and I'm glad we fulfilled :)
I will extend your lovely comments to our different...
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Dear Uyen :)
I can't be happier learning how much you and the family enjoyed this trip to Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, it really warms my heart to read your feedback and how each part of this trip has left some unforgettable set of memories :) From the Amazon experience to the Galapagos cruise, my goal was to offer you and the family genuine and authentic encounters with the beauty of this country, and I'm glad we fulfilled :)
I will extend your lovely comments to our different providers and partners, and this will surely help us offer even better services and experiences to our future travelers.
My greetings to Thanh and the whole family, and I hope we meet again :)
Yours,
Tamer

An 8 days cruise on the Montserrat boat
Galapagos Islands | Jul 6 - Jul 20, 2024

Elsa
Elsa G.
France | Reviewed on Jul 23, 2024
We had a memorable trip on the Montserrat boat for 8 days. Very clean and on time withe the schedule every day. A lot to do. Enjoyed a lot the snorkeling experience. The crew was adorable and professional. Our guide was EXCEPTIONAL! Javier PICASA, has a lot of knowledge about the islands, flora and fauna. Made our experience great! He is an exceptional snorkeler and we saw a lot of animals, turtles, sharks, iguanas, sea lions and pinguins. We can only recommend him warmly! Read more

We had a memorable trip on the Montserrat boat for 8 days. Very clean and on time withe the schedule every day. A lot to do. Enjoyed a lot the snorkeling experience. The crew was adorable and professional. Our guide was EXCEPTIONAL! Javier PICASA, has a lot of knowledge about the islands, flora and fauna. Made our experience great! He is an exceptional snorkeler and we saw a lot of animals, turtles, sharks, iguanas, sea lions and pinguins. We can only recommend him warmly!

Activity Review
Colonial City Tour, Cooking Class & the Middle of the World Monument
Colonial City Tour, Cooking Class & the Middle of the World Monument
Quito

We had an amazing city tour with Sebastian. The cooking class was a good way to enjoy equatorian cuisine

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Tamer Obeid
Tamer
Tamer Obeid
Local specialist in Quito, Ecuador | Replied on Jul 25, 2024
Dear Elsa,
Thank you so much for your positive review and wonderful feedback. I am really happy you and the family have enjoyed this trip with us here in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, and that the services of our providers met your expectations. I'll make sure to convey your lovely comments to the operators of the Monserrat cruise and to Javier in particular, and also to Sebastian :)
I hope we can help you and the family plan and enjoy amazing future adventures, as we're totally...
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Dear Elsa,
Thank you so much for your positive review and wonderful feedback. I am really happy you and the family have enjoyed this trip with us here in Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands, and that the services of our providers met your expectations. I'll make sure to convey your lovely comments to the operators of the Monserrat cruise and to Javier in particular, and also to Sebastian :)
I hope we can help you and the family plan and enjoy amazing future adventures, as we're totally committed here in Kimkim to offering our beloved travelers unique services and experiences :)
Best regards,
Tamer

Wonderful trip to the Quito and The Galapagos Islands
Galapagos Islands | Jul 1 - Jul 12, 2024

Deborah
Deborah E.
Bethesda, MD | Reviewed on Jul 13, 2024
Our trip to the Quito and The Galapagos Islands was fabulous! The services provided by KimKim, especially Anthony who coordinated everything for us, was flawless. Every guide and driver we had were knowledgeable, timely, friendly, and welcomed us to Ecuador with open arms. We loved our trip to the cloud forest with David and our 7 day cruise around the Galapagos islands aboard the Archibel I where we saw tons of birds, sea lions, penguins, rays, and other sea animals. When we needed help... Read more

Our trip to the Quito and The Galapagos Islands was fabulous! The services provided by KimKim, especially Anthony who coordinated everything for us, was flawless. Every guide and driver we had were knowledgeable, timely, friendly, and welcomed us to Ecuador with open arms. We loved our trip to the cloud forest with David and our 7 day cruise around the Galapagos islands aboard the Archibel I where we saw tons of birds, sea lions, penguins, rays, and other sea animals. When we needed help making a few important changes on the fly, Anthony made it all happen. We felt very supported by him and the KimKim/Responsible Travel Team before and during our travels.

Hotel Reviews
Ikala Quito Hotel
Quito

Great hotel, beautifully appointed room with comfortable bed. Lots of options for the breakfast buffet and for dinner as well. Appreciated the two for one mojitos as well! Hotel has armed security 24/7 and feels safe.

Authenticity & Character
The decor in the room and in all the common speaces.
Location
Easy to walk to a few restaurants. Nice to be in a neighborhood.
Staff
While their English wasn't great, it was good enough to provide super service and help us when the safe in our room wouldn't open!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Perfectly clean. Good temperatures. Loved the linens on the bed.
Archipel I
Guayaquil - Ecuador

We really enjoyed our time on the Archipel I. The food was delicious and plentiful. The chef put a lot of thought into offering a diverse menu for every meal. The fruit drinks provided whenever we returned from an excursion on shore or aboard the dingy were a great treat. The rooms are comfortable, with ample amount of space for storing luggage and clothing. On the first part of the trip we were in a room at the front of the boat which was particularly bumpy, especially because of the route we were on. For the second half of the trip, we moved to a room at the back of the boat which we found a lot less bumpy. The sea may have been less wavy either way but we liked being in the back better and really appreciated the opportunity to move. Overall, the staff on this boat are super.

Authenticity & Character
Great ship to see the Galapagos Islands on.
Location
We went on the 7 day cruise - around the western islands and then up to Genevese.
Staff
Great staff -- so customer focused and efficient. They knew how to get things done and keep the group moving forward and able to address issues as they came up.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The vessel and cabins were very clean. The bathrooms, while very clean and usable, are beginning to show their age a bit.
La Palma Polo Club

La Palma Polo Club is a unique experience and location! Our room was HUGE. Loved all the windows and rustic decor. Only thing missing was a desk. Food was good at the restaurant too. Enjoyed walking the grounds. There are not many rooms so you feel like you are at a special place . We only stayed one night before catching our flight so we didn't use the pools or the spa.

Authenticity & Character
Hotel was beautiful.
Location
While the hotel is closer to the airport than Quito, it is still a half an hour a way. It is also not convenient to Quito if you want to use it as a base for touring. That said, the location is beautiful and it is a great place to stay, particularly if you want to hang out for a few days.
Staff
Very helpful and friendly.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything was clean and comfortable! The bed was great. The decor was beautiful.
Activity Reviews
Moreno Point - Urbina Bay (Isabela Island)
Moreno Point - Urbina Bay (Isabela Island)
Cruise Ship
Espinoza Point (Fernandina Island) - Vicente Roca Point (Isabela Island)
Espinoza Point (Fernandina Island) - Vicente Roca Point (Isabela Island)
Cruise Ship
Black Turtle Cove  - Flamingos and Relax in Bachas Beach
Black Turtle Cove - Flamingos and Relax in Bachas Beach
Cruise Ship
Colonial Quito City Tour  & the Middle of the World
Colonial Quito City Tour & the Middle of the World
Quito

Really enjoyed the Middle of the World experience. Very fun and worthwhile. We also enjoyed the tour of old Quito and the view of the city from the Virgin of Quito statue overlooking the city was outstanding!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
David was a great guide, adjusting the tour based on our interests, and sharing with us lots of interesting information about Quito's history and current situation.
Transfer to the airport for your flight back home (Departure)
Transfer to the airport for your flight back home (Departure)
Galapagos Islands

Smooth transfer with lots of time to check in at the airport.

Arrival to Quito
Arrival to Quito
Galapagos Islands

Friendly driver met us at the airport and we had a smooth transfer to our hotel for the evening.

Birding Day in the Cloud Forest
Birding Day in the Cloud Forest
Quito

Our guide knew of a few "private" birding locations where locales set up bananas and other fruit to attract birds to their property, including hummingbirds. These locations did not disappoint! We saw dozens of colorful and unique birds and were able to feed a vast array of beautiful hummingbirds. We also went to the butterfly refuge which was okay. The highlight there was seeing two kinds of toucans and a sunbittern on or near the property.

Guides, Drivers and Staff
David knows his birds and was passionate about seeing and finding them!
Baltra Airport - Fausto Llerena Breeding Centre (Santa Cruz)
Baltra Airport - Fausto Llerena Breeding Centre (Santa Cruz)
Cruise Ship

We are glad we saw the breeding center but it is nothing like seeing the giant tortoises in the wild! The breeding center focuses a lot on educating visitors about the tortoises and the Galapagos ecosystem. The baby tortoises from various islands was interesting to see.

Twin Craters - El Chato Reserve  (Santa Cruz Island) - Transfer Out to Baltra Airport
Twin Craters - El Chato Reserve (Santa Cruz Island) - Transfer Out to Baltra Airport
Cruise Ship

We stopped by the twin craters on our way to the airport. It was cool to see the crater (we actually only had time to see one) but I wouldn't go out of my way to see it. The time we spent seeing the wild giant tortoises on property nearby was more worthwhile. There were so many of them - both male and female.

Exploring Genovesa Island: Prince Philip Steps and Darwin Bay
Exploring Genovesa Island: Prince Philip Steps and Darwin Bay
Cruise Ship

This island was the highlight of our trip! So many birds (red-footed boobys, blue-footed boobys, frigate birds and their chicks), everywhere you looked! Plus several short-eared owls and many other interesting things to see. It is a magical place.

Bartolome Island - Sullivan Bay (Santiago Island)
Bartolome Island - Sullivan Bay (Santiago Island)
Galapagos Islands

This island was another highlight of our trip but not because of the wildlife. The landscape and view from the top is magnificent! Snorkeling after the hike around the cove was lots of fun too.

Puerto Egas (Santiago Island) - Rabida Island
Puerto Egas (Santiago Island) - Rabida Island
Galapagos Islands
Local specialist: Tamer Obeid
Tamer
Tamer Obeid
Local specialist in Quito, Ecuador | Replied on Jul 15, 2024
Hi Deborah and Steve! :) Thank you so much for your kind words and valuable review!
I'm so glad to hear that your trip to Quito, the Cloud Forest and the Galapagos Islands was fabulous! It was an absolute pleasure coordinating everything for you and making sure you had a flawless experience.
I'm glad to know that you enjoyed your time with our knowledgeable and friendly guides and drivers. It's wonderful that David made your trip to the Cloud Forest memorable and that your Galapagos cruise... Read more

Hi Deborah and Steve! :)

Thank you so much for your kind words and valuable review!
I'm so glad to hear that your trip to Quito, the Cloud Forest and the Galapagos Islands was fabulous! It was an absolute pleasure coordinating everything for you and making sure you had a flawless experience.

I'm glad to know that you enjoyed your time with our knowledgeable and friendly guides and drivers. It's wonderful that David made your trip to the Cloud Forest memorable and that your Galapagos cruise aboard the Archipel I was filled with incredible wildlife sightings.

Assisting our travelers and making their travel experience smooth and enjoyable was and will always be my top priority!

Thank you for choosing us. Your feedback means a lot to our team at KimKim and Responsible Travel, and to me personally. We look forward to welcoming you back to Ecuador for your next adventure!

All the best from the middle of the world,
Anthony :)

Not sure how to rate this but we lost a whole...
Galapagos Islands | May 1 - May 13, 2024

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DEBBRA A.
Minneapolis, MN | Reviewed on Jun 18, 2024
Not sure how to rate this but we lost a whole day practically because one Of our guides in Ecudor Was very insufficient. She didn't have the right change for the pain.When she picked us up and then when she took us to Cuenca she kept getting lost. Before we left, we had to stop so she could have breakfast cause she didn't have anything to eat.At her mother's house before she left that morning. Also she did not know anything about the national park that we stopped at. She could not answer our... Read more

Not sure how to rate this but we lost a whole day practically because one Of our guides in Ecudor Was very insufficient. She didn't have the right change for the pain.When she picked us up and then when she took us to Cuenca she kept getting lost. Before we left, we had to stop so she could have breakfast cause she didn't have anything to eat.At her mother's house before she left that morning. Also she did not know anything about the national park that we stopped at. She could not answer our questions. When we finally got to our destination, she had promised us.We could go to a spot there to get rid of this sress from the day and that did not work out either. I would not consider her a safe driver either. That was one of the reasons for the stress and then being jerked around all over the place From her driving. We were supposed to have a different guide to begin with. And actually he turned out fine. Except he dished us at the airport when he drove his back to Guayaquil Ecuador. Our plane didn't leave till 1130 that night and he dropped us off at the airport.About 330 in the afternoor it might have been earlier. Kim did get back with this about an hour or so later and line up another guide Who was a very good person but we ended up giving two people tips that day or the day instead of just one so that was an extra Twenty dollars from each of us for the guides. We found out later that the guide that was good and dropped us off at the airport.Check another client.So I had to get back to quinca instead of staying with us like he was supposed to. The whole thing made it's very uneasy. The rest of the trip especially the calypso boat was wonderful.

Hotel Reviews
M/Y Calipso

Everything about this boat and crew is absolutely fantastic.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Boutique Santa Lucía
Cuenca
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sheraton Guayaquil
Guayaquil
Local specialist: Linda Schulz
Linda
Linda Schulz
Local specialist in Quito | Replied on Jun 24, 2024
Hi Debbra, thank you so much for taking the time to review your trip to Ecuador! I am happy to hear that all in all you have enjoyed your vacation, especially the Galapagos cruise and the hotels we selected for you, and I am truly sorry about the issue you encountered during your trip. I would like to apologize again for the insufficient service provided by the guide in Guayaquil and Cuenca, as well as for the inconveniences that ensued. We will definitely address this matter with the... Read more

Hi Debbra,

thank you so much for taking the time to review your trip to Ecuador! I am happy to hear that all in all you have enjoyed your vacation, especially the Galapagos cruise and the hotels we selected for you, and I am truly sorry about the issue you encountered during your trip.

I would like to apologize again for the insufficient service provided by the guide in Guayaquil and Cuenca, as well as for the inconveniences that ensued. We will definitely address this matter with the guide in question and take appropriate actions to prevent such issues from happening in the future. Our goal always is to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all our guests, and I regret that we did not meet your expectations in this part of your trip.

On your last day in Guayaquil, I tried my best to arrange for a new guide immediately, and I am glad to hear that the new guide provided a better experience for your last hours in Ecuador. Additionally, I hope the dinner provided as compensation was enjoyable for you!

Thank you once again for bringing these issues to our attention. We greatly appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve our services.

All the best for you and Lynn, and always safe travels,
Linda