
Daniel Larrea
During my whole life, I have been traveling and adventuring everywhere. This is because my family was always in aviation. One of the first memories in my life are on a plane and traveling, but what I've learned from this lifestyle is that I love connecting with people from all around the world. I was born in Ecuador, raised in the United States, and back in Ecuador. I truly have a passion for showing everyone this small yet huge country and help them create unforgettable memories of it!
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"My specialty would be my own country, Ecuador!
I love adventure trips balanced with some well-earned leisure and relaxation. The cool part about Ecuador is that it is a country that has so much to see in such a small area, from towering mountains and volcanoes, beautiful beaches, to lush rain and cloud forests. Of course, we cannot forget the Galapagos Islands. My specialty is to connect with people and showing them the beauty of this country, the rich culture, delicious food, wildlife, and amazing landscapes to explore."
How did you get involved in travel?
"I've been traveling my whole life, inside Ecuador and around the world. I also had many multicultural experiences with a thirst to learn more about other cultures while showing my own. As a former Scout, I love exploring. I always liked meeting up with friends visiting from other countries and showing them around. I also used to work in the aviation industry however I discovered that my passion is showing the world to the world and creating unforgettable memories for people that come here. That's when I decided that the traveling industry was for me!"
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"To me, it's impossible to choose just one experience because all of them have their magic and are unique in their own ways. From family adventures to crazy escapades with friends has been a key part of my life, with unforgettable sensations and memories. There's one I enjoyed very much, where some friends from an Online Videogame came to Ecuador and we had a blast traveling together as I tried to show them the many things this country has to offer.
I also got to see my favorite band at a concert in Peru, a month before it disbanded. It was amazing how you can collectively connect with people with music, no matter the nationality.
Another amazing experience was backpacking in Europe with my wife on a trip filled with adventure and relaxation where we connected with truly amazing people."
Featured trips & expertise

Epic Ecuador Multi-Sport Tour - 8 Days
This challenging, magical tour of the Ecuadorian mainland was tailor-made for you. Explore the largest biodiversity on earth along the Equator, bike down the slopes of the Andes, climb through rainforest to hidden waterfalls, trek to the shores of Cuicocha Crater Lake, and soak in Papallacta’s volcanic waters.

Best of Ecuador: Quito, Amazon, Cotopaxi, & Galapagos - 14 Days
Experience the best of Ecuador while getting to know its three main ecological regions: the Amazon rainforest, volcano highlands, and Galapagos Islands on this 14-day itinerary. Start the trip in Quito to see the UNESCO designated colonial city center, then head to the rainforest for three days at an ecolodge. Hike near volcanic lagoons and browse mountain markets, then catch a flight to Santa Cruz for three days of exploring uninhabited islands and spotting endemic wildlife.

Culture & Nature in Ecuador: Quito, Otavalo, Amazon, Chimborazo, & Cotopaxi - 14 Days
The landscapes of Ecuador's mainland are as varied as the people who live there, and you'll get to experience both nature and culture on this 14-day itinerary. Meet the locals who call these regions home and learn about their history, way of life and relationship to Ecuador's landscapes. From the Otavaleños and Afro-Ecuadorians in the north and the Quichua and Shuar in the rainforest to the Kichwa in the central Andes, you'll dive deep into everyday life and explore Ecuador's nature.

Ecuador Hiking Adventure - 15 Days
Explore the best hiking trails Ecuador has to offer on this inclusive hiking itinerary. As you travel across the spine of the Andean nation, you will encounter towering volcanos, tropical jungle treks, wildlife watching opportunities aplenty, and a unique connection with the age-old traditions, cultures and pathways of the Inca and their modern-day descendants.

7 Days in Ecuador - 5 Unique Itinerary Ideas
Spend a week in Ecuador exploring the country's diversity, from volcanoes to the rainforest. Each trip starts in Quito, with tours of the UNESCO-designated historic city and a visit to the equator site. From here, choose to stay on the mainland and explore the highlands, cloud forest, and national parks, or fly to the Galapagos for a quick highlights tour of the biodiverse archipelago.
Recent trip reviews for Daniel

Amazing Adventure - Ecuador and the Galapagos Islands - Daniel was INVALUABLE! · Ecuador - Jun 20 - Jun 28, 2022
Our trip using KimKim and our local specialist Daniel, was nothing short of INCREDIBLE! Daniel was truly invaluable to us during the planning as well as the actual trip as during our time there the situation in Ecuador was changing. My husband and I are experienced independent travelers so using a service like KimKim was new for us and I was apprehensive - I thought I could put it together myself but I didn't have the time to work on the logistics and since the Galapagos is so unique we... read more

Rediscovering Ecuador—An Extraordinary Adventure · Galapagos Islands - Jun 14 - Jun 28, 2022
We had the great good fortune to work with Daniel Larrea over the course of two years as we navigated COVID to plan our Rediscovery of Ecuador. Daniel arranged the first leg of our visit to the Galápagos Islands on the beautiful Galapagos Legend. The ship was most comfortable; the crew paid great attention to the many needs of their guests; and the guides/naturalists were knowledgeable and great fun. The second leg of our journey was intended to revisit Quito and surrounding areas and to... read more

Hola Joannie and Mikes!
Thank you so much for these kinds words :)
I must say that being in contact with you for these two years has been truly amazing and you have no idea how thankful and honored I was to be part of this big story and unique experience!
It was a bummer that many plans had to change due to the situation (which is finally under control!) but the changes we managed to do were just as amazing! I truly hope you had a wonderful experience and forged everlasting memories in our... read more

Our trip turned out to be one of the best we’... · Galapagos Islands - May 15 - May 31, 2022
Our trip turned out to be one of the best we’ve ever taken! The kimkim team switched team members mid planning but after a “get to know you” period all was good! Covid also played a major roll in getting this trip from planning to execution. So even though we had some hiccups, all turned out well.
Daniel Larrea, our travel planner, put together an amazing itinerary. Learning about my passion for art, he created an Art day for me. From touring museums to wandering through the street... read more

Hola Roni!!
Thank you so much for your kind words and comments about your trip! I truly enjoyed talking all this time with you two for so long during the pandemic. And when the day finally arrived I was just as excited as you! I am so glad everything went as planned and that you and Mark enjoyed our lovely country to the max! Feel free to reach out anytime!
Safe journeys my good friend.
Best regards from the middle of the world,
Daniel :)
What an epic adventure · Ecuador - May 7 - May 15, 2022
What an epic adventure. Daniel made our trip one of the best we have ever experienced! He planned everything and made any adjustments where we wanted. He created such a beautiful experience tailored specifically to us. Not having to think about scheduling anything on our own, or getting taxis when we needed, or worrying about keeping track of flight tickets or time frames made this trip feel so luxurious. We started in Quito and had the best day ever riding around with Danny! Danny took us to... read more

Hola Kyle and Bree!
I am insanely hyped about this review! Thank you so much for these amazing words! Your pictures had me saying "WOW" the whole time! I am so glad this was a unique experience that surpassed your expectations in our lovely country. I am so glad everything went well and that you felt support before, during, and even after your trip with us.
Thank you for letting us give you this magical experience!
Remember, Ecuador isn't going anywhere, so if you wish to return, you know... read more
Fantastic time in Ecuador thanks to kimkim · Ecuador - Apr 3 - Apr 12, 2022
Our local specialist, Daniel, went above and beyond to ensure that our time in Ecuador was fun, safe, and packed with adventure. All of the guides we interacted with were knowledgeable about the area and were very friendly and fun to be around. Danny was our guide for the first two days of our time in Quito. We felt like he was our friend showing us around the city.
We really enjoyed our day trip and hike at Quilato Crater. This is a definite must for people making plans. I would also... read more

Hola Stacey!
I am so glad to read these amazing words about your trip! Thank you once again for choosing us and I must say I am insanely happy to have worked with you two to give you an unforgettable experience! It was pretty fun to meet up in short moments but they were truly a blast. I hope you two returned home filled with the best vibes and that unique energy you get by visiting our tiny yet lovely country. Hope to see you soon :)
Best regards from the middle of the world,
Daniel
Unforgettable trip to the Amazon with kimkim! Our trip to the Amazon was amazing! Our guides Rom, Jefferson and chef Freddy were exceptionable · Ecuador - Mar 30 - Apr 6, 2022
Our trip to the Amazon was amazing! Our guides, Rom and Jefferson made our experience unforgettable. Daniel was in constant contact with us every step of the way. The Nicky lodge chef, Freddie made exceptional food and also sings and plays the guitar along with the other guides. read more

Hola Uriel, Don, Christina, and Joni!
I am so glad the experience was something truly unforgettable. Planning and talking about this trip for such a long time was truly something amazing, and getting to know you all at the end was even better!
The journey to the Amazon is quite long, but the destination is just something amazing and totally worth it!
I wish you all the best, and I hope you are recharged with all the good vibes the rainforest gives you.
Once again, Best regards from the middle of the world,
Daniel :)

Really amazing experience, thanks to Daniel and Alvaro · Galapagos Islands - Mar 15 - Mar 22, 2022
I had an INCREDIBLE trip to the Galapagos, with major MAJOR thanks to Daniel (and his colleague Alvaro). They took the time to understand me and what I wanted to do (they knew I liked to swim, wanted to see animals, and would be a solo traveler so would need support with logistics, etc) - and then organized an itinerary that solved for all of this. Daniel was always available to help me answer questions and ensure I was set for the next day, and really made me feel welcome. He even left a... read more

Hola Ravi!
Planning an amazing trip with you was really fun, we are really happy that you could experience the Galapagos Islands and all of its natural wonders. I truly hope that you can come back, we will welcome you with open arms for a new and exciting adventure next time, remember we still have a lot of places to take you!
Even though it was last-minute I am glad you had an amazing time! Alvaro and I say that it was awesome to meet you on the final night and show you a little bit of the... read more
Amazing Ecuador · Ecuador - Jan 15 - Feb 1, 2022
We have never been to Ecuador before but after this trip I will strongly recommend to everyone to go to Ecuador and with KimKim :) Daniel was absolutely essential help by preparing my itinerary. I had already some idea but he helped me to make it to the perfection. Let's imagine: we saw in 18 days Galapagos, Guayaquil, Cajas, Cuenca, Gualaceo and Chordeleg, Ingapirca, famous market in Guamote, Chimborazo - 5 000 meters, Baños, Cotopaxi - 4 800 meters, Laguna Quilotoa, Otavalo and of course... read more

Hola!!
Thank you so much Lubomir and Pamela for your comment!
It’s incredible to know that you had an amazing trip, and that you could learn about the history, traditions, culture of Ecuador. I am happy that you could enjoy the landscapes this beautiful country has to offer.
It was awesome to work with you and giving you an unforgettable experience!
If you wish to return to Ecuador, you can always count on me without a problem! Also, if your family or friends want to travel to Ecuador, I will... read more

Amazing Adventures Exploring Mainland Ecuador and Galapagos! · Ecuador - Dec 27 - Jan 7, 2022
Thank you to Daniel and Jacky for helping us plan an amazing trip to mainland Ecuador and to Galapagos. They helped make travel as easy as possible during these uncertain times! They were so accessible and even met us a few times in Quito which was awesome. Dario was our guide for the majority of the time and he was so knowledgeable and fun to be around! We started off with a city tour of Quito, made it to Cotopaxi, Quilotoa Crater, had an adeventure filled couple of days in Banos, checked... read more

Hola Lindsey!!
Thank you so much for such kind words! We were really happy to work with you three to give you an unforgettable experience. The fact that we were able to jump in a few times to be part of your trip was even more awesome! I hope Holly and Emilie had an amazing time too!
I wish you three the best, hoping that you truly forged some everlasting memories, and if you ever wish to return count on us :)
Safe journeys in the future my friend, Best vibes from the middle of the world!
- Daniel, Jacky, and Dario
Beyond Amazing - Galapagos (and Daniel!) · Galapagos Islands - Dec 23 - Jan 1, 2022
Planning a visit to a “bucket list” location like the Galapagos can be daunting…especially if you are a working parent on a budget. Whereas many people will tell you that you need to go via a “got you covered, take you everywhere and serve your every need” cruise, that just wasn’t in our budget…and quite frankly, isn’t our style either. We’ve traveled to 5 continents and doing it on our own – getting local flavor – that’s the way we’ve planned all of our trips…But to do the Galapagos right,... read more

Hola Susan!!
Thank you so much for these amazing comments! The team and I had a great time working with you for these months and I especially loved talking with you all during your trip via WhatsApp, from reading your excitement about your days in the islands, sending tiny tips about what to do or to keep your eyes peeled for a huge iguana at the airport which you even got to see!
Time passed so fast, working for many months to come up with the perfect trip, the gathering of information and... read more
This was Eileen’s dream trip. · Galapagos Islands - Oct 21 - Nov 4, 2021
This was Eileen’s dream trip. In March of 2020 we came one question away from booking our trip with another company when COVID-19 stopped the world.
At the beginning of June 2021 we started talking to KimKim and they connected us with Daniel Larrea, their Ecuadoran expert. They could not have found anyone better. Three different itineraries came to us in a couple of days. They were all good, but one was really on target for us. We asked, and Daniel answered a lot of questions over the... read more

Hola Tom and Eileen!
I cannot thank you two enough for such fantastic comments. It was fantastic to have you here at the middle of the world!!
I am insanely happy to read that the results for this trip ended up as we planned and probably even better!
It was great to plan this trip for you two and improvising while you were already here made things even more fun like the biking tour of Quito haha!
We had some great times, even realizing how huge yet small the world can be, expecting Mike's... read more

We had a really lovely trip to Ecuador planne... · Ecuador - Nov 30 - Dec 14, 2021
We had a really lovely trip to Ecuador planned by Daniel and his team!
Our trip included days in Quito, the Galapagos islands and Cuenca
In Quito our guide Danny worked really hard to make sure we got to see the Mitad del Mundo/Intinan museum site, downtown Quito, the Cotopaxi National Park and the Quilotoa lagoon in a packed schedule.
Our RTPCR tests for travel to Galapagos was arranged by Danny right at the hotel.
In Puerto Ayora/Galapagos, we were booked into a lovely hotel - Ikala -... read more

Hello Avik & Ashely!
I am so excited about this review 😊
Thank you so much for these awesome words, it was amazing to plan a trip for you and to have the chance to organize everything together, also I am glad that the trip was what you expected it to be from the beginning until the end of it!
Thank you for noticing each and every member of our team, and of course kudos to Lucia for making this possible too!
I am glad you enjoyed every day, once again thank you for these amazing... read more
We had a blast Daniel planned our first trip ... · Ecuador - Dec 3 - Dec 16, 2021
We had a blast Daniel planned our first trip to Ecuador and did such a great job we planned another with him. And our guide christen I can say enough good things about him . He was so informative and made our trip even more enjoyable. thank you for all you did for us . We are very grateful 🙏 😀 we had such a wonderful time

So the first one was so good that WE MADE THE SEQUEL haha!!
I was thrilled to be contacted again by you to plan even more of Ecuador for you and Tim! Once again it was amazing working with you and insanely fun every single day!
Remember that if you want to close it with a trilogy I am here for you haha!
I truly hope we meet again sometime my good friends,
Best regards from the middle of the world!
Daniel ;)
We had the best time Daniel prepared the most... · Ecuador - Oct 10 - Oct 27, 2021
We had the best time Daniel prepared the most wonderful trip for us.. our guides Dario and Diego were awesome .we enjoyed Ecuador so much . We loved are whole trip 😍

Hola Stacey!
Thank you so much for these kind words, It was so fun working with you all!
I loved laughing so hard with you all especially when we were talking about the Anacondas and BOOM! You saw like 6 of them haha!
I truly hope you enjoyed the country and forged everlasting memories!
We had a wonderful tour of Ecuador. It all o... · Ecuador - Nov 5 - Nov 15, 2021
We had a wonderful tour of Ecuador.
It all occurred without a single glitch.
Daniel met us as soon as we arrived at our hotel to go over details.
He did his best to make us happy in every regard.
Our guide and driver, Christian, was knowledgeable and engaging as well as being a most excellent driver.
We most enjoyed the zipline and our hike to the lagoons. We loved the charming towns of Banos and Cuenca. I had the best Chinese food ever in Banos. The trucha (trout) was exceptional at the... read more

Hola Elaine and Ben!
Thank you so much for your review and for sharing your experience!
I had so much fun working with you and Ben, and that moment we shared on the day of your arrival was fantastic. Cristian has told me that he also had an amazing time with you too!
Best Chinese food in Baños? That sounds awesome and I will definitely get back to you when I am in Baños so you can give me the recommendation this time :)
I am glad you liked all the food and I hope you also liked the Canelaso... read more

Excellent!!!! · Ecuador - Sep 15 - Sep 29, 2021
It was a great trip perfectly organized by Daniel. From the very beginning he listened to all my suggestions and put together an unforgettable itinerary. He was very attractive and quickly responded to my emails and messages. He was a pleasure to deal with!
Daniel also put me in touch with an excellent tour guide, Christian.
I spent four days with Christian taking daily trips and i can say that he was exceptionally good. Whether sightseeing and telling me about the history of Quito,... read more

Hola Tom!!
Wow, I loved every single word of this review! I am so glad you had an unforgettable time, I must say it was awesome to be in contact with you and be there for you during your trip. I was talking to Christian and he said he enjoyed every single day too!
I am still impressed that those ants have an intense lemon flavor! Thank you once again for these amazing words, for traveling with Kimkim and Responsible Travel (EGT). If you want to return you know who to message :)!!
I wish you the best for the future, and BEST regards from the middle of the world,
Daniel :)

Trip was great, especially during a global pandemic · Ecuador - Dec 18 - Dec 24, 2020
This was the second trip I took using KimKim and both times it's been great. Daniel planned everything I ask for and he did a great job given pandemic limitations. He added in nothing extra I didn't request and was able to make everything else work for us. Daniel was able to keep the trip in our budget, was extremely communicative the whole time during our trip, and continued to give us tips and advice throughout our time.
The only negative part of the trip was a transportation mishap... read more

Hola Cristina!
I am so excited to read this review! It was really fun to plan this trip together, especially during the tough times in the middle of the pandemic back then which makes it even more unforgettable!
Thank you and your sister for your trust in our country, and as we mentioned before, whenever you are ready to come back to Ecuador for the Galapagos Islands you can always count on me!
It was amazing that you managed to see so many things like that Anaconda chilling in the... read more
Responsible Travel Ecuador packs a heck of a punch and a very good one that is! · Ecuador - Apr 5 - Apr 19, 2021
I was fortunate to be paired with Daniel at Responsible Travel Ecuador through KimKim. This was my third time booking a trip on KimKim and once again it does not disappoint! The 15 day tour I did started out in Galapagos Island which was efficient since you need PCR Test to go to the Island and I did everything from boat tours, snorkeling, walking tour, lava tunnel and a day of relaxation! The tour continued to Quito where I was given two insightful tours from Andrea who also is from... read more

Hola Bryan!
WOW! Thank you so much for such an awesome review! I actually took a long on replying to this review because I was showing it to Marco, Andrea, Javier, and our pals at Cuyabeno! We are very happy that you had such a great time in Ecuador. I truly hope we managed to forge unforgettable memories and hope to see you again in Ecuador for that pending trip to Cotopaxi and that pending post-pandemic drink!
Thank you for the good vibes, and see you again someday :)
Best regards from the middle of the world,
Daniel

Daniel was amazing!! He was always available ... · Ecuador - Feb 21 - Mar 2, 2021
Daniel was amazing!! He was always available if we needed him! It was very reassuring. We had a phenomenal time in the Galápagos AND Daniel was able to plan the trip within our budget after we discussed details. I would highly recommend Daniel and if we decide to go to the Galápagos again, I will reach out to him in the future!

Dear Mindy, Kevin, and Kade!
Thank you so much for the good vibes and the amazing comments, I am very happy to know that you enjoyed your trip to the max! Working on your trip was an amazing experience and learning about your experiences was wholesome in every way.
I truly hope I got to forge great memories for you all because you sure did leave some amazing memories for me :)
Haha, You did it!! The Godzilla pictures are AWESOME!
I wish you all the best in the future, and if you decide to come back sometime, feel free to contact me!
Best regards from the middle of the world,
Daniel :)