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Jimena Salazar

For me, traveling is about much more than just visiting places. It’s about opening new paths in your life—through the people you meet, the flavors you try, and the landscapes that take your breath away, even if it’s just once in a lifetime. Peru is my home, and it’s a place full of these moments. I would love to help you discover its beauty in a way that feels personal and real to you.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"Experiences around Peru. I mainly specialize in cultural activities and wildlife and nature activities, adding in one of them unique experiences along the way. "

How did you get involved in travel?

"When I was a child, I could spend hours watching travel and gastronomy programs about my country and around the world. I realized sharing with others the passion for travel was so contagious and magical. I dreamed of having a program like this for years! Later, as a teenager, I decided to study tourism professionally. I learned tourism could also transform lives into better ones in the social, cultural, and environmental aspects, and also was a fantastic way where everyone could create impactful connections and have fun! Then, I joined Peruvian Soul, where I felt the passion and authenticity in everything, wanting their travelers to live the best journey in Peru! "

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"In 2023, I had the opportunity to visit Tambopata Research center, an authentic place for those wishing to explore the jungle at its best! I stayed in a nice lodge and had the chance to learn more about its wildlife and conservation projects, hear the sounds of monkeys and different species of birds each morning and walk around its forest. I felt so much peace there. It was a unique and beautiful experience! "

Jimena is part of the following groups: Peru Travel Agents
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Favorite experiences

Peruvian Amazon Nature Tour

The southern Peruvian Amazon region is a veritable wonderland of natural attractions. The best way to experience as many of them as possible is on a series of short, guided adventure treks. The home base for this tour is a jungle lodge near the border with Bolivia, and the first mini-trek is...

Private Machu Picchu Experience

Step back in time with a deep dive into Inca civilization as you explore the UNESCO-protected Machu Picchu and its ruins on a half-day, privately guided experience. After a short bus ride from your hotel in Aguas Calientes, you'll set out to visit the 15th-century citadel with your guide, who'll...

Lima Food Tour

One of the best ways to discover Peru's capital city of Lima is through its food. With an eclectic combination of indigenous, African, Asian, and European culinary influences, Lima is one of the world's most impressive gastronomic and cultural centers. This food tour begins early in Lima's...

Recent trip reviews for Jimena

I can’t recommend KimKim to enough people!
Peru | Dec 30 - Jan 8, 2026

Alyssa
Alyssa R.
Houston, TX | Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026
We had the most incredible trip and felt like royalty from beginning to end! All details and booking were handled by Shawna from KimKim in advance with a full itinerary so we didn’t have to coordinate anything. Once we arrived, Cesar (private tour guide) and Odi (private driver) from Peruvian Soul were by our side every step of the way with fun anecdotes, interesting historical facts, and amazing interactions with locals. They had lots of little surprises for us like an interactive art... Read more

We had the most incredible trip and felt like royalty from beginning to end! All details and booking were handled by Shawna from KimKim in advance with a full itinerary so we didn’t have to coordinate anything. Once we arrived, Cesar (private tour guide) and Odi (private driver) from Peruvian Soul were by our side every step of the way with fun anecdotes, interesting historical facts, and amazing interactions with locals. They had lots of little surprises for us like an interactive art experience, side tours, and more. It was truly a once in a lifetime trip and I would recommend KimKim and Peruvian Soul to anyone in a heartbeat (and already have)!

Hotel Reviews
Sonesta Posada del Inca
Urubamba
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Antigua Casona San Blas
Cusco
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Cusco Walking City Tour: San Pedro Market, San Francisco Church & Koricancha
Cusco Walking City Tour: San Pedro Market, San Francisco Church & Koricancha
Peru
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Tour
Palcoyo Rainbow Mountain Tour
Cusco
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Free day in Cusco
Free day in Cusco
Cusco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Transfer to the Sacred Valley of the Incas
Private Transfer to the Sacred Valley of the Incas
Peru
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Morning Visit to Ollantaytambo
Morning Visit to Ollantaytambo
Peru
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Pass by Pisac Market & an Andean camelid Farms
Pass by Pisac Market & an Andean camelid Farms
Sacred Valley
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
 Pachamanca: Traditional Andean Underground Cooking
Pachamanca: Traditional Andean Underground Cooking
Peru
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Free day at the Sacred Valley
Free day at the Sacred Valley
Sacred Valley
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
 Discovering Machu Picchu from the Sacred Valley
Discovering Machu Picchu from the Sacred Valley
Peru
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Maras & Moray
Maras & Moray
Peru
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Journey to Cusco: Visiting Maras & Moray
Journey to Cusco: Visiting Maras & Moray
Peru
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Jimena Salazar
Jimena
Jimena Salazar
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on Jan 27, 2026

Dear Alyssa

Thank you so much for your nice review — it truly means a lot to us!

On behalf of Shawna, I’m so happy to hear that everything came together smoothly and that you felt so well cared for from start to finish.

Thank you again for trusting KimKim and Peruvian Soul, and for recommending us to others. We’d love to welcome you back in the future!

Warm regards,
Jimena

Blown away by the incredible performance!
Peru | Dec 24 - Jan 3, 2026

Mehul
Mehul P.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jan 09, 2026
🌟 I'm absolutely blown away by the incredible trip to Peru that Kim Kim Travel Agency, as arranged by Jimena for my family! 🤩 Every single detail was meticulously planned, and they went above and beyond to ensure we had an unforgettable experience. The guides were top-notch - flexible, pleasant, and personable. They made sure we were comfortable and happy throughout the trip. And even when an outside vendor didn't quite meet our expectations, Kim Kim Travel Agency still fought for us and... Read more

🌟 I'm absolutely blown away by the incredible trip to Peru that Kim Kim Travel Agency, as arranged by Jimena for my family! 🤩 Every single detail was meticulously planned, and they went above and beyond to ensure we had an unforgettable experience.

The guides were top-notch - flexible, pleasant, and personable. They made sure we were comfortable and happy throughout the trip. And even when an outside vendor didn't quite meet our expectations, Kim Kim Travel Agency still fought for us and made things right. Talk about amazing customer service! 💪

From start to finish, Kim Kim Travel Agency carefully monitored and supported every aspect of our trip. They truly made this vacation a huge success for our family. If you're looking for an stress-free, incredible travel experience, look no further than Kim Kim Travel Agency! 🙌

Thank you, Kim Kim, for making our Peru trip truly unforgettable. We can't wait to plan our next adventure with you! 😊

Hotel Reviews
Innside Lima Miraflores by Melia Hotels International
Miraflores

Perfectly located and within reach of a very lively area in Lima.

Authenticity & Character
Perfectly located and within reach of a very lively area in Lima.
Location
Perfectly located and within reach of a very lively area in Lima.
Staff
Perfectly located and within reach of a very lively area in Lima.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Perfectly located and within reach of a very lively area in Lima.
La Casona de Yucay
Ollantaytambo Urubamba

Very cozy and comfortable. The only concern is that it’s not within safe walking distance to anything. Otherwise, very nice facility.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Tierra Viva Cusco Centro
Cusco

Excellent location. There’s a lot of street noise, which we encounter in many busy cities. It was great that everything was within walking distance.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Refugio Amazonas Lodge
Puerto Maldonado

I would not ever stay here again. The hotel environment was depressing. They had no substantial list of activities planned so that we could select from a menu of their services. Truly bare bones. It felt like they were eager to get us out so that they could proceed with their end of season Brazilian nut harvest. We had high hopes but left very disappointed.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Add some walls, provide privacy, and perhaps some air conditioning for relief from the heat and humidity. There were insects crawling in and out of all the food, clothes, our beds, and bathrooms. We are not used to this and are far away from major medical facilities. Need to be very careful.
Local specialist: Jimena Salazar
Jimena
Jimena Salazar
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on Jan 12, 2026

Dear Mehul

Thank you so much for your lovely words. It truly made us very happy to know that this journey went beyond your expectations and that you felt supported at every step of the trip.

We were very glad to assist you throughout the journey, and we will carefully take into account all the feedback you shared, especially regarding your stay at Refugio Amazonas.

Wishing you all the best, and we truly hope to welcome you again in any part of the world you choose to explore next with your family.

Warm regards
Jimena

Fantastic Planning and Support on our Vacation to Peru
Peru | Dec 29 - Jan 5, 2026

Joseph
Joseph E.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jan 08, 2026
Overall, we had an incredible vacation. Jimena and Jesus were not only very attentive to all of our needs, but incredibly proactive ... both anticipating problems and immediately responding to any queiry that I had. All of the guides were all very good, but Wily (in the Sacred Valley) was exceptional. He not only was knowledgeable but had a very comfortable personality the melded well with us. We asked to make our trip a culinary experience and Jimena did not disappoint us. The... Read more

Overall, we had an incredible vacation. Jimena and Jesus were not only very attentive to all of our needs, but incredibly proactive ... both anticipating problems and immediately responding to any queiry that I had.

All of the guides were all very good, but Wily (in the Sacred Valley) was exceptional. He not only was knowledgeable but had a very comfortable personality the melded well with us.

We asked to make our trip a culinary experience and Jimena did not disappoint us. The food offered along our 9-day tour was exceptional.

The one "other" with using Kimkim is that detailed pricing information is not available. That said, Kimkim offers not just a number of different tour events piecemealed together but rather a thoughtfully planned vacation with interwoven events tied together with both theme and a support team from A to Z.

Hotel Reviews
Tierra Viva Valle Sagrado
Urubamba
Authenticity & Character
Location
Location is isolated.
Staff
Very pleasant
Cleanliness & Comfort
Abittare Hotels
Cusco
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Limade
Lima

Our stay at Hotel Limade was perfect for our needs. The hotel was clean, in a good location, and met our expectations. It was a nice place to stay and we'd stay there again. Overall, all the hotels during our trip were satisfying and met what we were looking for. They weren't top of the line, but they were really nice and suited our needs for exploring more than staying in.

Activity Reviews
Reception and transfer to hotel
Reception and transfer to hotel
Lima

Lewis is an outstanding driver. I felt entirely safe in his hands. We had several drivers during our trip (all were good), but none were even in the same league as Lewis. Safe, professional and expedient.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Lunch at a local restaurant
Lunch at a local restaurant
Sacred Valley
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Walking Food Tour in Barranco (Group tour)
Walking Food Tour in Barranco (Group tour)
Lima

Aura gave us a very fun and educational tour. Really, I think that it was the most fun that we had on our entire trip. You can't beat getting to interact with the chefs and bartenders of fabulous local establishments.

Quality of Experience
Food
I can't put one experience over the other but the Pisco Sours were the most fun (and tasty).
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Kudos to our guide Aura. Her personality kept the tour lively.
Transport
Food, History & Culture: Local Market & Nikkei Experience for Evan's Family
Food, History & Culture: Local Market & Nikkei Experience for Evan's Family
Lima
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Morning Visit to Machu Picchu  for Evan's Family
Morning Visit to Machu Picchu for Evan's Family
Peru

Emerson did a great job guiding us throughout the site. This is the crown jewel of the Sacred Valley.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Morning Visit to Ollantaytambo
Morning Visit to Ollantaytambo
Peru

Wily was the best of tour guides bar none!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
I can't give Wily enough accolades. At the end of the day, we found that our train to Machu Picchu was 3 hours delayed. He could have left us at the train depot, but instead he found us seats on an earlier train!
Transport
 Pachamanca: Traditional Andean Underground Cooking
Pachamanca: Traditional Andean Underground Cooking
Peru

Food was very good, but the experience was outstanding. Beautifully set in a working garden.

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Jimena Salazar
Jimena
Jimena Salazar
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on Jan 12, 2026

Hi Joe

Thank you so much for your kind review. We’re very happy to know that you had a memorable trip with your family and that Peru’s culinary scene was a true highlight of your experience!

We will be sure to share your lovely words with everyone who helped make this journey special for each member of your family.

Wishing you all the best
Jimena

Amazing planning and execution of the trip.
Peru | Dec 18 - Dec 28, 2025

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Hari S.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jan 07, 2026
Jimena did an amazing job and was very responsive with all our questions throughout the planning phase. On the ground all our guides were amazing. Of particular mention was Martin in Cusco /Sacred Valley who was probably one of the best guides I have had in all my travels. He was very committed to our comfort and kept us informed of everything. His knowledge and experience was very evident. Thank you! Highly recommended Read more

Jimena did an amazing job and was very responsive with all our questions throughout the planning phase. On the ground all our guides were amazing. Of particular mention was Martin in Cusco /Sacred Valley who was probably one of the best guides I have had in all my travels. He was very committed to our comfort and kept us informed of everything. His knowledge and experience was very evident. Thank you! Highly recommended

Activity Reviews
Evening Culinary Experience in Lima
Evening Culinary Experience in Lima
Lima
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Welcome! Reception and transfer to hotel
Welcome! Reception and transfer to hotel
Lima
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Reaching the Tambopata Research Center
Reaching the Tambopata Research Center
Tambopata
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Cooking Class with Seledonia Mesa
Cooking Class with Seledonia Mesa
Cusco
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Full Day Machu Picchu Exploration!
Full Day Machu Picchu Exploration!
Peru
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Activities-a-la-carte at  Tambopata Research Center
Activities-a-la-carte at Tambopata Research Center
Tambopata
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Jimena Salazar
Jimena
Jimena Salazar
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on Jan 12, 2026

Dear Hari

Thank you so much for your review and kind words. We are truly happy to know that you and your family had an incredible time in Peru.

It means a lot to us to hear that the guides helped make this journey so memorable, especially your time with Martin. I will be sure to share your kind feedback with him and the rest of the team.

We hope you continue collecting beautiful memories around the world with Kimkim, and we would love to welcome you again in the future.

All the best,
Jimena

Exactly what we were looking for in Cusco Peru
Peru | Sep 24 - Sep 29, 2025

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John H.
Denmark | Reviewed on Oct 04, 2025
Jimena and Jesus recently organized our vacation in Cusco and were outstanding! They were responsive, clear in their communication and incredibly helpful in planning. In addition, they lined up local guides who were also outstanding! Our local guide, Ceasar, and driver, Ollidon, took extremely good care of us and more importantly, we kind and nice to be with. Everyone explained what was needed, what to expect and plan for, and how to best navigate our short time in Cusco. Highly recommend... Read more

Jimena and Jesus recently organized our vacation in Cusco and were outstanding! They were responsive, clear in their communication and incredibly helpful in planning. In addition, they lined up local guides who were also outstanding! Our local guide, Ceasar, and driver, Ollidon, took extremely good care of us and more importantly, we kind and nice to be with.

Everyone explained what was needed, what to expect and plan for, and how to best navigate our short time in Cusco. Highly recommend them and Peruvian Sol if you are looking to book a trip to Peru.

Hotel Review
Costa del Sol Wyndham Cusco
Cusco

The hotel TV and aircon didn't work well. Room was basic and had a slight moldy smell. Would have also liked a hotel with a fitness center. Although they advertised one they didn't have one. Service in the bar was not as friendly as reception and the restaurant.

Authenticity & Character
lots of peruvian character in design
Location
very easy to walk to restaurants and shopping
Staff
Bar staff could be more friendly like reception and restuarant.
Cleanliness & Comfort
air con and tv should work and rooms shouldn't smell moldy
Activity Reviews
Sacsayhuaman
Sacsayhuaman
Cusco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Cesar was so informative, kind and has a fun sense of humor. He was a treat to spend time with during our stay. If we do another trip, will definitely ask for Cesar!
Transport
My daughter and I get motion sickness easily. However, even with the winding roads and traffic, our driver, Ollidon, didn't make us sick while driving and was an exceptional navigator. We felt very safe and cared for and would use Ollidon again and again.
Ollantaytambo Village and Inca Site Exploration. Pinkulluna Hike
Ollantaytambo Village and Inca Site Exploration. Pinkulluna Hike
Peru
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Full Day Machu Picchu Exploration
Full Day Machu Picchu Exploration
Peru

Extremely well organized by Peruvian Sol and our guide and driver. Train travel was ok and worth paying for the upgraded experience. Bus travel to and from Machu Picchu was rough, scary, and seemed dangerous. Unfortunately, it's the only way to the site unless you want to hike up the hill which requires a lot of time and to be in good shape. Overall the site was crowded and so many people taking social media pictures it wasn't the best experience.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
transport to and from Macchu Picchu was great and the trains were great. Bus travel to and from the site was horrible.
Join us to Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain
Join us to Palccoyo Rainbow Mountain
Cusco

Highlight of the whole trip!

Quality of Experience
Food
Our driver, Ollidon, arranged a lovely picnic with flowers and excellent food from Cicciolina. Highly recommend this restaurant! So thoughtful of our driver and he took care of every detail for the picnic.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Jimena Salazar
Jimena
Jimena Salazar
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on Oct 06, 2025

Dear Cori

Thank you so much for your nice words. I am glad to know you had a good time here with us! It was a pleasure for me to be part of this trip planning process and ensure you create beautiful memories with your family. Orilon, Cesar and Jesús wish you all the best in your future adventures!!

Warm regards from Lima, Peru
Jimena

We loved having local guides and support everywhere we went!
Peru | Aug 22 - Sep 1, 2025

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Kerri S.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Sep 09, 2025
We had a wonderful trip thanks to KimKim and the Peruvian Soul team! They helped guide our itinerary to make the most of our 10 days in country and saved us from activities that would likely have been disappointing. Once we were in Peru, we had a local guide in each town who picked us up/took us to the airport and around to our tours which made it so much easier for us. We got to stay in vacation mode the whole time we were there despite several transfers and activities. The team went... Read more

We had a wonderful trip thanks to KimKim and the Peruvian Soul team! They helped guide our itinerary to make the most of our 10 days in country and saved us from activities that would likely have been disappointing.

Once we were in Peru, we had a local guide in each town who picked us up/took us to the airport and around to our tours which made it so much easier for us. We got to stay in vacation mode the whole time we were there despite several transfers and activities.

The team went above and beyond when flights we booked separately were canceled helping us to find alternatives.

The team was super responsive and made sure we had the best time! Thank you!!

Hotel Reviews
Antigua Casona San Blas
Cusco

This is my new favorite hotel, ever. Not only is it beautiful, in a great location, but the service and the staff is truly incredible. Our room was beautiful and the hotel provided so many helpful amenities including water in every room and plenty of it (unlike most hotels that give you one bottle per day…). They offered a turndown service each night with tea, chocolates, and a warm water bottle to make our beds cozy. The restaurant on site is truly delicious (the stuffed peppers and ceviche were AWESOME) and the breakfast includes the buffet and a menu to choose from. When we checked out for a night during our stay to camp at Machu Picchu, they provided breakfast to go for our 4am pick up and loaded us up with snacks for our full day hike. They managed our bags too so we didn’t have to lug them from our rooms so early. I can’t say enough about Katie, Kevin, and Michael. Excellent service all around. I encourage everyone to stay here!!

Authenticity & Character
The rooms are very authentic and the service is beyond excellent.
Location
Cute shops, good restaurants nearby and a 7 min walk to the main square. No outside noise.
Staff
They went above and beyond for every ask and anticipated every need!
Cleanliness & Comfort
My only tiny issue was the noise from the hallways.
La Hacienda Bahía Paracas
Paracas

The hotel is beautiful and the restaurant is good, though I felt very much like a tolerated tourist here. We were 2 of only 24 people staying at the hotel in off season, and while the staff wasn’t exactly unfriendly, I didn’t feel as welcome here as I did at other hotels throughout the country. All prices were shared in USD vs local currency. The hotel had an interesting smell and we left congested. Not sure if that was from the desert dust or something in the rooms.

Authenticity & Character
The rooms were nice though lacking in character somewhat. The restaurant served food from the local bay and was delicious!
Location
We liked Paracas and the views of the bay were nice.
Staff
The staff was fine, just nothing over and beyond.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The rooms appeared clean, though there was a bothersome smell. We also were given just one bottle of water each day in a place where we can’t drink from the tap. I would have thought a luxury hotel like this would provided more.
Local specialist: Jimena Salazar
Jimena
Jimena Salazar
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on Sep 15, 2025

Hi Kerri

I’m so happy to hear you had the best time with Lauren! It was truly an honor for us to welcom you and make everything run smoothly so you could stay in vacation mode for as much of your trip as possible. I also really appreciate your feedback about the hotels—I’ll be sure to share it with our partners.

I hope you’ll choose KimKim for many more adventures ahead.

Wishing you all the best
Jime

You HAVE to use KimKim on your next Peru trip!!!
Peru | Aug 22 - Sep 1, 2025

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Lauren S.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Sep 08, 2025
Where to begin-Jimena was AMAZING in helping my friend and I plan our Peru trip!!! We were not very familiar with the country and felt a travel advisor would be the best way to nail down an itinerary that would suit what we were looking for. She was so thorough and quick in putting a schedule together, helping with any changes, and most importantly, she and Jesus (also equally as helpful and responsive) were so accessible WHILE we were in Peru. We had a contact in each city, who were the... Read more

Where to begin-Jimena was AMAZING in helping my friend and I plan our Peru trip!!! We were not very familiar with the country and felt a travel advisor would be the best way to nail down an itinerary that would suit what we were looking for. She was so thorough and quick in putting a schedule together, helping with any changes, and most importantly, she and Jesus (also equally as helpful and responsive) were so accessible WHILE we were in Peru. We had a contact in each city, who were the best-shoutout Bosco in Lima who did everything from give us recos, take us through the airport all the way to security, and ensure we got to where we needed to go efficiently, Robinzon in Cusco who helped us navigate the town and translate during our cooking class, and Alverro who drove us from Lima to Paracus, stopping in his home town for a local brunch, and giving the best energy as we had fun on the sand dunes. Not only were everyone great, but we were also able to easily contact them easily on WhatsApp to coordinate. KimKim just made is SO EASY that we could show up and have fun. We had a lot of transportation needs, and that would have been so stressful to navigate by ourselves. I've raved about our trip and told them one of the best things we did was use KimKim to book an amazing Peru trip. THANK YOU to everyone who helped make our first trip to South America great!!!

Local specialist: Jimena Salazar
Jimena
Jimena Salazar
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on Sep 15, 2025

Dear Lauren

Thank you so much for your kind review. We’re so happy to know you had a memorable trip and that everyone you met along the way helped make your journey even more special. It was a pleasure to assist you and Kerri, and we’re truly grateful for your trust.

If Peru is ever on your plans again, I would be delighted to help you create another beautiful journey. Wishing you and Kerri all the best in your future adventures!

Warm regards,
Jime
Jimena

The best two weeks in Peru we could have imagined!
Peru | Jul 20 - Jul 31, 2025

Jillian
Jillian T.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Aug 04, 2025
Our family (2 adults, 2 children - 8 & 10 years old) just returned from one AMAZING two-week trip to Peru! Our local specialist, Jimena, understood right from the start the sort of trip our family was looking for and made the planning process extremely easy. She made all of the arrangements for us to see everything we had on our wish list, but also included many stops and sites along the way that we didn't even know about but made the trip all the more special. Upon arrival in Lima, we were... Read more

Our family (2 adults, 2 children - 8 & 10 years old) just returned from one AMAZING two-week trip to Peru! Our local specialist, Jimena, understood right from the start the sort of trip our family was looking for and made the planning process extremely easy. She made all of the arrangements for us to see everything we had on our wish list, but also included many stops and sites along the way that we didn't even know about but made the trip all the more special. Upon arrival in Lima, we were greeted by Bosco (at like 2:00 in the morning!) who was exceptionally friendly got us to our hotel and ensured an easy check-in. While we had some free time in Lima, we took a food tour that was arranged by KimKim through the Barranco neighborhood that was exceptional. After Bosco got us back to the airport a couple of days later, we were then greeted in Cusco by our private guide Guido and driver, Alan. I cannot say enough good things about these two gentlemen. Guido has been leading tours in the Sacred Valley and Machu Picchu for many years, and his deep knowledge and easy manner enriched each of the six days we spent with him. I even ended up needing to go to a clinic one day because of food poisoning and Guido and Alan stayed with me and ensured I got the meds I needed and got back to the hotel, even though it extended their day by a lot. I'm forever grateful them, and our entire time in Cusco/Sacred Valley was so much richer than I expected it to be because of them. After our time in the Cusco area, we headed back to Lima where we met with Bosco again. He traveled with us from Lima to Paracas and while he wasn't leading our tours, it was reassuring to know he was nearby if we needed anything at all. Our tours of the Ballestas Islands, Paracas Nature Reserve, and overflight of Nazca lines were fantastic. I highly, highly recommend any and all parts of this trip to others. It was truly a trip of a lifetime and one that our family will remember forever. Many, many thanks to the entire team who made this happen!

Hotel Reviews
La Casona de Yucay
Ollantaytambo Urubamba

We loved staying here during our time in the Sacred Valley! Not only were the accommodations fantastic, but the staff was very friendly and helpful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hatun Inti Boutique Machupicchu
Machu Picchu

This was a wonderful place to stay during our days visiting Machu Picchu. Our family enjoyed two adjoining rooms, so there was plenty of space to spread out and relax. Highly recommended.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Lunch at Tunupa Buffet
Lunch at Tunupa Buffet
Sacred Valley

Delicious! A great place for lunch, especially since we could try so many different foods and our whole family could tailor our plates to our own preferences. Thank you!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Walking food tour at Barranco
Walking food tour at Barranco
Lima

Our guide, Shayla, was so much fun to take this tour with! She was great with our whole family, and it was very appreciated that she was able to take us to so many restaurants and they could accommodate our two vegetarians during the tour as well. Not only did we get to try many authentic Peruvian dishes, but Shayla gave us so much history and preparation info as well. Five stars!!

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Shayla was AWESOME!
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Join us to Rainbow Mountain
Join us to Rainbow Mountain
Cusco

What a day this was! The 3 1/2-hour drive from Cusco felt daunting at first when we heard about it, but the drive was so beautiful that in the end it didn't even matter how long it took. Our driver had picked up boxed snacks and lunches, so our needs were taken care of. Arriving at the Rainbow Mountain was an adventure in itself, as the road to it is picturesque, but steep and narrow. Our first steps at 16,500 ft. above sea level were SO TOUGH, but Guido helped coach us through the altitude and helped us take our time as we summited the trail for the best views. Even though the hike was challenging, it was worth every step to see this beautiful spot!

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These snacks and boxed lunches were DELICIOUS!
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Pass by Pisac Market & an Andean camelid Farms
Pass by Pisac Market & an Andean camelid Farms
Sacred Valley

The camelid farm just outside Cusco was a great first stop after leaving the airport. Our kids (and, honestly us adults, too), enjoyed seeing, petting, and learning about the different camelid animals that live in Peru. We even got to see condors, guinea pigs, and Peruvian dog, and a very small and interesting deer. After looking at the animals, a lady in the shop offered us tea (good for elevation) and gave us a quick lesson on the quality of different camelid products found in Peru. This not only helped us when buys a few souvenirs here, but also throughout out tour. Unfortunately, our flight was delayed so we didn't have much time in Pisac, but our guide made sure we stopped quickly to pick up some AMAZING empanadas for a snack along the way.

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Ceramic Workshop - Ramos Kintu
Ceramic Workshop - Ramos Kintu
Peru

Our whole family (2 adults, 2 children ages 8 & 10) REALLY enjoyed this experience!! Ramos Kintu showed us all a lot of patience during the lesson and we created pieces we could take home. We loved it!

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Maras Salt Ponds
Maras Salt Ponds
Sacred Valley

Because I got sick on the day this tour was supposed to happen, we rescheduled it for the following day quite early in the morning. It was so amazing and refreshing to see this site first thing in the morning when it was quiet and no other visitors had arrived yet. It's a beautiful spot and its a bit mind-blowing to understand how long the salt ponds have been in use and just how much salt comes from them!

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Amaru Community
Amaru Community
Peru

I missed out on this experience because of being sick, but my husband and two children came back with the MOST AMAZING photos and stories from their experience here. Getting to try on traditional clothing, trying out farming techniques, and eating food prepared that day was an experience my children will remember their entire lives!

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Pisac Archaeological Site
Pisac Archaeological Site
Peru

Again, I was sick this day and could not join my family at this site, but my kids came back and told me all about these farming terraces. They were blown away by the scale of the site. Big thumbs up!

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Cusco Walking City Tour with San Francisco Church
Cusco Walking City Tour with San Francisco Church
Cusco

Our guide, Guido, took us around Cusco center on a fun and informative walking tour. Seeing the sites, including the food market, helped us get a sense of the amazing vibe Cusco has. I'd love to explore this city more. Guido also took us inside the cathedral and gave us a lot of history on the building and art inside. SO GOOD!

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Morning Visit to Ollantaytambo
Morning Visit to Ollantaytambo
Peru

This is a definite must-see site! The beauty and scale of the archaeological site, and also of the town and setting, were so rich! I could have stayed here twice as long as we did just because the setting was so gorgeous. The town was hopping because this is where we boarded the train for Machu Picchu, and while we didn't have time to explore, I loved the vibe here.

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Afternoon at Machu Picchu - Lower Terraces
Afternoon at Machu Picchu - Lower Terraces
Aguas Calientes/ Machu Picchu

Our first of two visits to Machu Picchu during our trip was just as fabulous as we expected it to be. There's something about that first glimpse of the site that we've waited decades to see that was extremely special. Our guide, Guido, was exceptionally informative about everything here, and after getting a good fill of the view from above, he took us through the village itself and told us all about history of the site, pointing out special places along the way. We were over the moon with this visit.

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Second Visit to Machu Picchu (Morning)
Second Visit to Machu Picchu (Morning)
Peru

This second visit to Machu Picchu was especially good for us. Not only did our guide Guido take us on a different route so we could see Machu Picchu from above again (and maybe the more picturesque views), but then we hiked up to the Sun Gate along the Inca Trail. Our family enjoys hiking, so getting to take these steps along the Inca Trail and then viewing Machu Picchu from the Sun Gate felt particularly special. Highly recommended!

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Paracas Reserve Exploration
Paracas Reserve Exploration
Paracas

This tour was only 2 hours long, but we could have spent all day bird watching and enjoying the shores here. The reserve is full of beautiful and interesting birds, and the sights are beyond gorgeous! Our guide during this portion (Juan, I think? Apologies I can't remember for sure) was really informative. He kept us on schedule, but was also happy to answer all of our questions. He also pointed us toward the best restaurant in Paracas for after our tour (we ate there twice!).

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Ballestas Islands
Ballestas Islands
Peru

Our first boat ride out the the islands was interrupted because of a tsunami advisory, so we asked our KimKim guide, Bosco, to re-book the tour for the following morning. OH, we are so happy we went again and were able to go all of the way this time. The sights and animals you see of this tour are so cool (Humbolt penguins! South American sea lions!). On our way back to shore, our boat sped along a very long line of migrating birds (like thousands and thousands), which was definitely a highlight of the trip!

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Overflight Nazca Lines
Overflight Nazca Lines
Peru

This experience was pretty awesome, but the flight is challenging to say the least! We all got a little air sick, but it was worth it to see the Nazca lines we've heard so much about!

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Local specialist: Jimena Salazar
Jimena
Jimena Salazar
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on Aug 06, 2025

Dear Jillian

Thank you so much for your kind words. It was a true pleasure to help create lasting memories for you, Lowrie and your kids through these experiences across my country. I’m so glad you were able to connect with the true essence of our culture and landscapes.

I’ll be sure to pass along your lovely message to Guido, Alan, Bosco, and Sheyla so they know how much you appreciated all the care and dedication they put into making your trip special.

Wishing you all the best in your future adventures,
Jimena

Wonderful trip to Peru
Peru | Jul 18 - Jul 25, 2025

Jordan
Jordan K.
Columbus, OH | Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025
Absolutely stellar collaboration of accommodations, activities, resources. Jimena did an outstanding job organizing a trip that needed to be adjusted to a solo trip after my brother suffered an injury last minute that did not enable him to go. Edwar was exceptional as a guide. He was interesting, funny, knowledgeable, authentic. I would highly recommend him and Peruvian soul to anyone going to Peru! Read more

Absolutely stellar collaboration of accommodations, activities, resources. Jimena did an outstanding job organizing a trip that needed to be adjusted to a solo trip after my brother suffered an injury last minute that did not enable him to go.

Edwar was exceptional as a guide. He was interesting, funny, knowledgeable, authentic. I would highly recommend him and Peruvian soul to anyone going to Peru!

Hotel Review
Casa San Blas Boutique
Cusco

Wonderful quaint mini suite in the heart of Cusco! Walkable and close to everything

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Walking food tour at Barranco
Walking food tour at Barranco
Lima
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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Moray Terraces
Moray Terraces
Peru
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Hike to the turquoise Lagoon of Humantay  (Group Tour)
Hike to the turquoise Lagoon of Humantay (Group Tour)
Cusco
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Food
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Join us to Rainbow Mountain
Join us to Rainbow Mountain
Cusco
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Exploring Cusco & Sacsayhuaman
Exploring Cusco & Sacsayhuaman
Cusco
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Local specialist: Jimena Salazar
Jimena
Jimena Salazar
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on Aug 01, 2025

Hi Jordan

Thank you so much for your kind review! It was a real pleasure to have you with us for a few days in Peru. I’ll be sure to share your words with Edwar and the rest of our team. If Peru ever calls you back, I’d be more than happy to help you explore new places and experiences that make our country so special.

Wishing you many more wonderful adventures ahead around the world!

All the best
Jimena

Jimena was wonderful!
Peru | Jul 10 - Jul 18, 2025

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Emily F.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Jimena was wonderful! She listened to and understood what was most important to us, and she planned a great trip that met our wishes and preferences. When we needed to make a big, last minute adjustment, she handled it professionally and promptly, making it very easy for us to replan. Jimena was also very responsive throughout the process, answering my many questions. Once we arrived, everything went smoothly and according to plan! I also appreciated having Jimena and Jesus available to answer questions as they came up.

Local specialist: Jimena Salazar
Jimena
Jimena Salazar
Local specialist in Lima, Peru | Replied on Jul 24, 2025

Hola Emily

What a lovely review—thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly a pleasure to support you throughout this journey and help ensure your trip was memorable. We really appreciated your enthusiasm to experience new places and traditions that are such an important part of our country. That meant a lot to us!

I hope you’ll return someday to keep exploring, maybe next time with Caroline too!

Wishing you all the best in your future adventures
Jimena