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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
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Recent trip reviews for Hervé

Once in a lifetime trip
Argentina | Mar 17 - Mar 25, 2023

Kimberly
Kimberly K.
Mableton, GA | Reviewed on Mar 05, 2024
This was an incredible trip! The KimKim team helped us organize a logistically complicated trip and it went flawlessly. The local cooking class in Buenos Aires was excellent and the time in each city was perfect for what we wanted to see. Read more

This was an incredible trip!

The KimKim team helped us organize a logistically complicated trip and it went flawlessly. The local cooking class in Buenos Aires was excellent and the time in each city was perfect for what we wanted to see.

Hotel Review
Rochester Calafate
El Calafate

I loved this hotel. The location was close to the main town (walking distance or accessible by shuttle). I loved watching the birds in the lawn in the morning and looking out my window at the beautiful view.

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Cooking class and dinner with a local family
Cooking class and dinner with a local family
Buenos Aires

this was one of our favorite parts of the trip. We learned so much and were really able to appreciate the culture of Buenos Aires

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Dinner & Tango Show
Dinner & Tango Show
Buenos Aires

This show is very long and ends late at night (there is then a bus ride back to the hotel that takes a while). You do learn a lot about the development of the tango

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Trekking on Perito Moreno glacier
Trekking on Perito Moreno glacier
El Calafate

One of the highlights of the trip. The guides were amazing

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Bike tour: Palermo & Recoleta
Bike tour: Palermo & Recoleta
Buenos Aires

it normally would have scared me to bike in a big city, but Buenos Aires has good bike lanes and the guide is good. This is a rigorous day we biked just under 12 miles and were out for about 4 hours.

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Gran Aventura Navigation tour
Gran Aventura Navigation tour
Puerto Iguazú

this trip helped you really understand the power of the waterfalls and see them from a different perspective. I also really liked the trip in the 4-wheeler type vehicle through the jungle to get to the boat.

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Local specialist: Hervé Landetcheverry

Exploring the Mendoza and Los Andes.
Argentina | May 12 - May 17, 2023

Laura
Laura M.
Arlington, MA | Reviewed on Jun 08, 2023
Exploring the Mendoza and Los Andes.
Although I normally don't use a travel/tour service I decided to give KimKim a try since I didn't know a lot about the area. I am very happy that I made that choice. Herve arranged for our trip. After some short correspondence about our interests and travel style he put together a wonderful itinerary that included 6 wineries and a day of exploring the mountains, a lovely hotel and time to explore the city on our own.. We were met promptly at the airport...
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Exploring the Mendoza and Los Andes.
Although I normally don't use a travel/tour service I decided to give KimKim a try since I didn't know a lot about the area. I am very happy that I made that choice. Herve arranged for our trip. After some short correspondence about our interests and travel style he put together a wonderful itinerary that included 6 wineries and a day of exploring the mountains, a lovely hotel and time to explore the city on our own.. We were met promptly at the airport by our driver, Gutiamo
who would be our driver for most of our stay in Mendoza. The Diplomatic Hotel was very nice and centrally located. The winery tours exceeded our expectations. Our guide, Clarisa took us to 3 exceptional and unique wineries each day. The wine pairing lunches each day were excellent. Matias was our guide to the Andes and although we had some car problems everything was solved seamlessly.

Hotel Review
Diplomatic Hotel
Mendoza

Perfect locations for exploring Mendoza. Our room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was excellent as were dinner and lunch. The staff was very helpful and friendly.

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This is a modern , luxury hotel so it caters to tourists.
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Activity Reviews
Mendoza Premium Wine Tour
Mendoza Premium Wine Tour
Mendoza

Our guide, Clarissa, and driver, Gujillrmo were excellent, very friendly, informed and helpful. It was booked as a small group tour but we ended up being the only ones on the tour. The winery tours were very well selected for their variety and uniqueness. Each tasting was very informed and we were able to take out time and never felt rushed. The tastings were small, never more than 6 people and at one tasting, we were the only ones. The wine paring lunch was excellent, set in the beautiful outdoor terrace.

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Premium wines of Uco Valley
Premium wines of Uco Valley
Mendoza

Our driver, Gujillrmo and Guide, Clarissa were excellent. Both were friendly and knowledgeable. Although they were always prompt, we never felt rushed. The three wineries were each very different but all excellent. The tastings were informed and relaxed. Our wine pairing lunch was exceptional.

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Aconcagua Mountain Tour
Aconcagua Mountain Tour
Mendoza

I might have given 4 instead of 5 because there were car problems and we did not get to see Punta de Inca. But, our guide, Matias, and driver were so proactive in getting the car problem resolved that the tour still deserves a 5. We did see Aconcagua, spent 3 hours in the park. Our car problem gave us some extra time to explore Uspllata.

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Very authentic
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Car had problems and we had to wait for a replacement.
Local specialist: Hervé Landetcheverry
Hervé
Hervé Landetcheverry
Local specialist in Buenos Aires | Replied on Jun 08, 2023

Gracias Laura and George! We are happy to receive your feedback and even happier to know that the tours exceeded your expectations.
Mendoza is a unique destination, not only for the beauty of its landscapes but also for the quality of its vineyards and wineries, the gastronomy and the warmth of its people.
We look forward to seeing you on a new adventure in Argentina. ¡Hasta pronto!

Great trip to Patagonia
Argentina | Mar 31 - Apr 8, 2023

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Stephanie A.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on May 06, 2023
Herve planned an amazing trip for us in Patagonia. He did not miss a detail and checked on us throughout our trip. Everything was perfect! We will use kimkim again! Read more

Herve planned an amazing trip for us in Patagonia. He did not miss a detail and checked on us throughout our trip. Everything was perfect! We will use kimkim again!

Activity Reviews
4x4 tour to the footsteps of indigenous people
4x4 tour to the footsteps of indigenous people
El Calafate
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Estancia Visit & Perito Moreno Glacier
Estancia Visit & Perito Moreno Glacier
El Calafate

This was our collective favorite tour of the 10 day trip. I highly recommend!

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Local specialist: Hervé Landetcheverry
Hervé
Hervé Landetcheverry
Local specialist in Buenos Aires | Replied on May 08, 2023

Thank you very much for your warm words. I am very happy that you and your family enjoyed the trip we organized especially for you :)
I hope you will be able to return to Argentina soon to enjoy new destinations and adventures.
¡Hasta pronto!
Hervé

Amazing trip of a lifetime!!
Argentina | Mar 31 - Apr 8, 2023

SUSAN
SUSAN L.
Highlands, NC | Reviewed on Apr 11, 2023

Amazing trip of a lifetime!! Herve did a wonderful job planning and activities were fabulous! Sandra a great tour guide in Buenos Aires! Pablo a great guide in El Calafate! The indigenous tour guide was wonderful as well! Thank you!!! Made many great memories!

Local specialist: Hervé Landetcheverry
Hervé
Hervé Landetcheverry
Local specialist in Buenos Aires | Replied on Apr 19, 2023

Gracias Susan, Stephanie and family!
It was a pleasure to have welcomed you to our country :)
Thanks again for your comments, they really help us to improve
¡Hasta pronto!
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 Reserva Virgin 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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Mendoza Premium Wine Tour
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
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 | Replied 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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La Reserva Virgin 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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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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I’m
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Activity Reviews
Buenos Aires Walking tour
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
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
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
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
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
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)
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 | Replied 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!