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Hervé Landetcheverry

While I was studying for my Degree in Tourism, I began to travel around Argentina, discovering the unique corners of this immense and varied country.
After several years working in Buenos Aires, Patagonia and India, I started my own business convinced that tourism can be a tool to generate the genuine development of the territories and their people.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"We specialize in responsible tourism and always seek to provide our travelers with authentic experiences, respecting the principles of sustainable tourism as much as possible, both in its environmental and socio-cultural aspects. "

How did you get involved in travel?

"Besides my work in hotels, outbound and inbound tourism, I took some specializations courses related to heritage and sustainable management, in addition to being a professor of Tourism Sustainability in college since 2012."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"A trip visiting one of the less touristy parts of Northern Argentina: the Yungas region, a cloud forest with unique landscapes and small towns where rural families will welcome you. Nature, culture and archaeological sites make this trip amazing.

I'd like to share with the travelers one of the experiences that I will never forget: spending the night with a rural family in the Northern Region of Argentina, learning recipes of the Andean gastronomy and listening to stories of the ancestors of our hosts.
Community-based tourism is for them a factor of local development and genuine employment, so it is important to value this type of proposal that brings much more than income to rural families. "

Hervé is part of the following groups: Patagonia Travel Agents, Argentina Travel Agents, Chile Travel Agents
Snowy Licancabur volcano in the Andes reflecting in the water of Laguna Chaxa with Andean flamingos, Atacama salar, Chile
Immersive Chile: Santiago & Atacama Desert - 7 Days

From cosmopolitan Santiago to cosmic stargazing in the Atacama Desert, this brilliant seven-day itinerary takes you from the capital city to the world's largest salt flat. Taste typical Atacameño dishes with a local family, wander the lunar landscapes of Moon Valley, taste sustainably-grown Chilean wine at the source, and spot flamingoes on Chaxa Lagoon. Along the way, you'll discover the rhythms of daily life in remote Atacameño villages and support the work of local and Indigenous guides.

Patagonia
Highlights of Southern Patagonia - 10 Days

This epic 10-day adventure in Argentine Patagonia starts with a trip to the "end of the world" at Tierra del Fuego, where you'll explore wilderness parks and share cultural exchanges with local farmers and fishermen. Then head north to El Calafate, home of awe-inspiring glaciers like Perito Moreno, before ending the trip at El Chaltén to conquer the hiking trails around iconic Mount Fitz Roy.

Northern Argentina
Adventure in Northern Argentina - 14 Days

Northern Argentina is home to attractions that range from painted mountains and vast salt flats to colonial cities and rich Indigenous culture. You'll experience all of it over 15 days, during which you'll support local communities as you participate in culinary workshops, visit rural villages, and tour ancient ruins. Tango shows in Buenos Aires and a traditional gaucho barbecue in the Pampas countryside complement this cultural exploration.

A chunk of ice falling off a glacier near El Calafate
Discover the Highlights of Patagonia - 8 Days

Experience the highlights of Patagonia in just a little over a week on this action-packed trip. After a day of sightseeing in Buenos Aires, the real adventure begins with a trek across the surface of a glacier near El Calafate. Explore the dramatic scenery of the south with hikes around El Chaltén and the iconic Mount Fitz Roy. You'll then travel to the Lake District, basing yourself in the picturesque alpine town of Bariloche, renowned for its artisanal chocolate shops. Finish the trip at a more relaxed pace with a kayak trip and a nature hike.

Mount Fitz Roy
Patagonian Adventures in Argentina: Bariloche, El Calafate, El Chaltén, Ushuaia, & More - 17 Days

This 17-day trip through Patagonian Argentina provides a scenic, action-packed adventure. Begin in Buenos Aires for some sightseeing, before flying to Bariloche to do some trekking, rafting, and boating in the Lake District. Then, head to El Calafate to tour—and walk on—the incredible glaciers, and visit a local estancia. Next is El Chaltén, home of Mount Fitz Roy, where you can do some epic trekking to stunning lakes, followed by a visit to Ushuaia for more boating and trekking, along with an off-roading adventure and a trip to visit native penguins. The grand finale is dinner and tango back in the capital city.

Vineyard in Mendoza, Argentina
Argentina & Chile Vineyard Honeymoon: Buenos Aires, Mendoza & Colchagua - 10 Days

Celebrate your honeymoon with a romantic tour through the wine regions of Argentina and Chile. You'll start in Buenos Aires, considered one of the most beautiful cities in South America. Here, you'll enjoy private walking and sailing tours, as well as an evening tango show. Then, head to Mendoza for days filled with wine tours and tastings. Finally, you'll fly to Chile, where you can spend some time in the Colchagua Valley, touring vineyards, mountain biking, or pampering yourself at the spa.

Recent trip reviews for Hervé

Kimkim arranged an amazing trip for us.
Argentina | Jan 26 - Feb 5, 2023

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Mary Kay S.
Asheville, NC | Reviewed on Feb 06, 2023

Everyone at Kimkim was so helpful. I cannot say enough good things about them. The guides were knowledgeable and friendly, always answering my questions. I don’t walk well and they did everything for my comfort. I was always notified in advance. The hotels and food were good. I would happily book with them again. The local tours they arranged were fascinating. read more

Everyone at Kimkim was so helpful. I cannot say enough good things about them. The guides were knowledgeable and friendly, always answering my questions. I don’t walk well and they did everything for my comfort. I was always notified in advance. The hotels and food were good. I would happily book with them again. The local tours they arranged were fascinating.

Hotel Review
La Cantera Lodge de Selva by DON
Puerto Iguazú

I felt like I was living in nature. Our room was beautiful, comfortable, with a very private screened porch looking at the jungle. The staff were helpful and the pool was lovely. Breakfast was ample and good.

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Looking at jungle
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Activity Reviews
Mendoza Premium Wine Tour
Mendoza

The wineries were each different. We learned so much and the wine was great. The meal at the end was unbelievable. We took pictures of every dish we ate.

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Full day to the Argentinian side of the falls
Argentina

I loved the tour. I am 88 and was too tired to do the oat at the end. But the guide made allowance for my slow pace and was extremely helpful. For me it would have been better to have the boat trip on the Brazilian side of the falls

Local specialist: Hervé Landetcheverry
Hervé
Hervé Landetcheverry
Local specialist in Buenos Aires | Reviewed on Feb 06, 2023

Hi Mary Kay!

Thank you sooo much for commenting!
It was a huge pleasure to me to organize this trip with you and knowing you enjoyed it makes me very happy :) All of our guides and partners were so happy to receive you and told us you were both lovely!

Thank you for your trust for visiting Argentina!

Hasta pronto!

Agustina

Best travel experience ever!
Argentina | Dec 19 - Dec 30, 2022

Angelee
Angelee D.
Sunrise Manor, NV | Reviewed on Jan 02, 2023

I am a well-travelled individual and I have to say, the service Hervé at KimKim provided was second to none. He was able to listen to our intereste and build a detailed, custom trip to exceed our expectations. Not only was every last detail tended to (he would check us in for our flights without being asked, he would make every transfer confirm our pick up, etc) but everything he arranged was top notch. I literally texted Hervé every day of our trip with some question or new request, and he... read more

I am a well-travelled individual and I have to say, the service Hervé at KimKim provided was second to none. He was able to listen to our intereste and build a detailed, custom trip to exceed our expectations. Not only was every last detail tended to (he would check us in for our flights without being asked, he would make every transfer confirm our pick up, etc) but everything he arranged was top notch. I literally texted Hervé every day of our trip with some question or new request, and he was always quick to respond and provide whatever help we needed. I have never experienced such great service and really cannot praise him enough. I will definitely use their services again!

Hotel Reviews
L'Hôtel Palermo
Buenos Aires

The service was great, however we experienced issues with the shower plumbing when we were there that caused the bathroom to flood every time we took a shower.

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Blanca Patagonia Boutique Inn and Cabins
El Calafate, Santa Cruz

Hotel itself was great, the location was just a little too far out of town to access it easily

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La Cantera Lodge de Selva by DON
Puerto Iguazú

This resort was really cool but was somewhat isolated from town. We consequently ate at the restaurant multiple times and luckily to food was pretty good there. Pool was a hit aged and needs to be resurfaced

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Activity Reviews
Buenos Aires Walking tour
Buenos Aires

We walked over 7 miles in this tour but it was totally worth it. Our guide was so informative and accommodating. We learned so much about the city which made the tour a must do for any visitors.

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Was a mix of walking, subway and buses
Day Trip to the Pampas & Estancia Lunch
Buenos Aires

Our tour guide and the staff at the estancia provided a great experience. We felt like celebrities when we were greeted by the staff upon our arrival at the estancia.

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Estancia Visit & Perito Moreno Glacier
El Calafate

This guide did a great job of navigating the tour in both English and Spanish. Lunch at the Estancia was amazing as well.

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Navigation to the glaciers
El Calafate

Was not a fan of the crowded boat transport but the scenery was amazing.

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The transport driver drove like a maniac
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4x4 tour to the footsteps of indigenous people
El Calafate

The scenery and cane lunch were amazing. However, the tour guide provided most of his attention to a Spanish speaking blogger and did not provide much narration in English

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Full day to the Argentinian side of the falls
Argentina

This tour requires several miles of walking and our guide was not very helpful at all. In fact she told us we would only get misted in the optional boat tour when in fact we were completely drenched (and consequently not prepared with towels or dry clothes).

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Did not provide really much narration at all
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Half day tour to the Iguazú Falls (Brazilian side)
Argentina

This Troy guide what’s much more informative and accommodating. And overall the view/experience from the Brazilian side was much better than from the Argentinian side.

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Local specialist: Hervé Landetcheverry
Hervé
Hervé Landetcheverry
Local specialist in Buenos Aires | Reviewed on Jan 03, 2023

Muchas gracias Angelee and Jason!
It's good to know that you are happy with the whole trip and our services :)
Thanks again for your comments, they really help us to improve!
¡Hasta pronto!