
Johanna Fabian
I enjoy slow travel, ideally being in one country for a month where I can really get to know the local people, their way of life and of course their food! I am Peruvian-American and have traveled through many of the beautiful countries LATAM has to offer.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"I specialize in all things South America! You can count on me to recommend the best cafés and restaurants in town specially in Lima, the gastronomical capital of Latin America. "
How did you get involved in travel?
"Back in 2011 I joined a study abroad culinary program in Peru. Here, my curiosity began to burst. Not only did I want to travel everywhere In Peru but I wanted to learn about different cultures and different food and techniques the world has to offer. Now no matter where I travel, making a stop at a local market is at the top of my list! "
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"In 2012 I went to Iquitos with a couple of German friends, we camped out in an indigenous community in the middle of the Amazon, it was not at all glamorous, but one of the most memorable trips. I got to learn so much about how the community lived, their culture, their food, and their reality. It was both eye-opening and life-changing. "
Johanna's favorite itineraries and travel advice
Top itineraries and travel advice

With 10 days in Chile, you can enjoy a mix of relaxation and adventure on a highlights tour of Santiago, the Lake District, and Patagonia, while those looking to tick off the...

Make the most of your time on this 5-day tour that focuses on one region of Peru. You'll base yourself in Cusco for most of the trip, sightseeing in the historic capital of the...

If you have a week to spend in Argentina, it makes sense to visit more than one destination. On these seven unique itineraries, you'll start in cosmopolitan Buenos Aires, then...
Family itineraries
Luxury itineraries

Embark on a private, 10-day food and luxury tour of Peru, and discover what makes it the ultimate culinary destination. Explore Lima, home to some of the world's best...

If you wish to experience the Peruvian Andes with a private guide—and a touch of luxury—then this weeklong itinerary is for you. Starting and ending in Cusco, you'll tour the...

Sleep in a palace, take a ceviche class with a local chef, or indulge in a spa treatment incorporating ancient Inca ingredients. Peru offers countless luxurious experiences to...
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...
Recent trip reviews for Johanna
Kimkim for South America- look no further!Our trip to Peru was amazing and unforgettabl...
Peru
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Sep 3 - Sep 17, 2023

Our trip to Peru was amazing and unforgettable! Firstly, a huge applause for Johanna Fabian, our Trip Planner. She was with me beginning to end. She helped plan our trip in detail and customised it in every way that I wanted. She responded promptly to all my mails and queries, and it is because of her attitude, experience and promptness, that I felt confident in proceeding with Kimkim! Even after we landed in Lima, she was following up with me about the trip! A very big thank you to... read more
Beautiful Peru
Peru
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Sep 2 - Sep 9, 2023

We really enjoyed our time and sad that it had to end. We were taken great care of especially in Cusco where we spent most of our time. We had safe drivers mostly by Sr. Carlos and our superhuman tour guide Sr. Valerio who was very knowledgeable and patient with our slow pacing trying to get acclimated while hiking and trekking. They were accommodating of our time because we wanted to start early and they were punctual. Not a second was wasted. We are very appreciative of the entire team!

Hi Maria,
I'm so glad to hear you and your friends had a great time in Peru! We look forward to helping you in your future trips to South America.
Johanna
I would like to take the opportunity to thank...
Peru
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May 17 - May 28, 2023
I would like to take the opportunity to thank Johanna on helping us plan our trip of a lifetime in Peru 🇵🇪 , she was there every step of the way assisting us anytime when needed. So muchly appreciated !! Everything went so smooth and on time. I will definitely be booking future trips with Johanna again with no doubt 👍 and will recommend her and this company to friends and family as well. Thank you again ! read more

So glad to hear you and Stacy had a great time in Peru, I know how much you were looking forward to relaxing at the Willka T'ika so happy to hear it didn't disappoint!
Looking forward to hosting you in South America in the future.
Best,
Johanna
Had the most wonderful 2 weeks in Peru!
Peru
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May 5 - May 19, 2023
Had the most wonderful 2 weeks in Peru! Would highly recommend booking through Miski Travels - the whole itinerary was incredible. Definitely a trip of a lifetime! read more

Hi Nicole,
So glad to hear you had an unforgettable time in Peru. We hope to welcome you again in South America!
Best,
Johanna
Two weeks of awesome experiences
Peru
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May 5 - May 19, 2023
This was a trip which we had been waiting for a long time, and it didn't disappoint! It really was one highlight after another. Local tours were always the highest quality. We loved all the tour guides, who were knowledgeable, kind and patient. We had so many wonderful experiences, which we will enjoy revisiting now that we are back at home. Thank you to the entire team!! read more

Hi Suzanne,
it is lovely to hear you had a great time in Peru with your family. We hope to welcome you again in South America!
Best,
Johanna
Johanna, Kristy and Sonia are absolutely awes...
Peru
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Apr 29 - May 6, 2023

Johanna, Kristy and Sonia are absolutely awesome they were very helpful and super informative
Highly recommend all the drivers Jorge and Jose also that drove us around
The best team ever read more

Hi Umang,
Thank you for the great review. It was my pleasure helping you and Neha get this trip planned out. We hoped to welcomes you in South America again!
Best,
Johanna
Bolivian Dream Vacation:Johanna helped creat...
Bolivia
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Apr 16 - Apr 23, 2023

Bolivian Dream Vacation:
Johanna helped create for us a detailed and individualized vacation that suited our interests and time constraints during our April visit to Bolivia. She was easy to communicate with and tried very hard to include as many of our wishes as was feasible. This was not an easy task, since we wanted to see everything but only had a week to devote to our travels. Johanna and Kristy were both available to us during our trip through WhatsApp for any last minute questions or... read more

Hi Mai,
It is so lovely to hear that you and your daughter had a wonderful time in Bolivia! I'm sure it was a memorable way to celebrate her birthday :)
We hope to help you plan any future trips and welcome you again in South America.
Best,
Johanna
We had a fantastic trip to Peru, a family of ...
Peru
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Apr 8 - Apr 21, 2023
We had a fantastic trip to Peru, a family of four with kids aged 10 and 13. Our trip went so smoothly, can't say enough in gratitude for the support we received from Johanna and her team. They efficiently helped us manage a passport mishap on day 2 of our trip! We truly enjoyed two weeks - dune bugging and sand surfing in the dessert, a trip to the Ballista islands with tons of wildlife, into the Amazon for three amazing days, followed by a week in the Cusco, the Sacred Valley and Manchu... read more

Hi Helen,
I’m so glad to hear you had a wonderful trip to Peru and that you and your family felt safe the entire time! I hope your children left with wonderful memories and we hope to help you again for future South American travels.
Best,
Johanna
Johanna and the MISKI, CUSI and Treehouse teams did a wonderful job in this trip
Peru
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Mar 30 - Apr 11, 2023

Johanna did a phenomenal job setting up an amazing experience. We had a complex itinerary that included the Rainbow Mountain, the Sacred Valley, the Inca Trail, Macchu Picchu, the Peruvian Amazonia and Lima.
Everything went according to plan and zero issues.
Johanna coordinated the local travel agents in an expert manner, and we have to thank Kristy at MISKI travel for the great on road support, the dedicated guide Valerio at CUSI travel and dedicated driver Carlos in the Cuzco region. In... read more

Hi Klaus,
So glad to hear you and your wife enjoyed your time in Peru! Your pictures of the treelodge are beautiful! We hope to be able to help you again on your future trip to South America.
Best,
Johanna
The Ultimate Travel Experience: A Review of Our Amazing Agents!!
Chile
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Mar 12 - Mar 18, 2023
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"I had the pleasure of working with Johanna and Kristy to plan our group’s recent trip and I cannot recommend their services highly enough! From start to finish, my experience with Johanna and Kristy was exceptional. Their dedication and hard work truly demonstrated when we had to change our destination location in an unexpected turn of events. It is no small feat to rebook flights, hotels, tours, restaurants, and activities to a group of 68 people!!!
It started with a simple... read more

Srini,
Thank you so much for booking your trip to Peru / Chile with us. We're glad we were able to make the last minute switches successfully and to have had the opportunity to meet all of your families! We hope to help you again in the future!
Best,
Johanna
Johanna and her team were amazing. We had a g...
Chile
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Mar 12 - Mar 18, 2023

Johanna and her team were amazing. We had a great time. Small issues which were taken care of promptly. Everything was well organized and communication was great. We were a big group with varying needs and her team was able to handle it all professionally and timely manner. Thank you for making this a great trip for us!!!

I'm glad you and your family enjoyed your trip to Chile! It was lovely to meet you all and am looking forward to helping you plan for your next destination!
Viva Chile!
Chile
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Mar 12 - Mar 18, 2023

Chile was a fantastic country to visit. The diversity starting with the lagoons in the high regions of the Atacama desert, to the Glacier regions and mountain vistas in Patagonia and the happening city of Santiago left us spellbound. Our guides, Johanna and Kristy were amazing, patient and super helpful through out the planning and the trip.

It was our pleasure to help you and your families navigate your way through Chile ... I'm sure Kristy will agree that it was a memorable trip for us too!
We look forward to helping you plan your next trip!
Best,
Johanna
This is a must go to! Trip was amazing!
Peru
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Jun 22 - Jul 1, 2022
The guides were wonderful, the people were great, the food was amazing and the mountains and culture already have me want to go back. In hindsight, I would've stayed another week to ten days and done the rainforest, and rainbow mountain.

Hi Heather,
Great to hear you had a wonderful trip! Happy to help you cross off those other locations in Peru when you're ready!
Best,
Johanna
We had a wonderful trip to Peru. The booking ...
Peru
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Nov 20 - Nov 27, 2022
We had a wonderful trip to Peru. The booking process and working with Johanna on the trip plan was enjoyable and she provided the best suggestions. We had some delays due to the airport incident and Johanna was even more amazing to work with during the rebooking/cancellation process. She was always available and willing to help. Our trip would not have been a success if it wasn't for her and Kristy who went out of their way to accommodate our changing plans. A big thanks to Johanna and... read more

Hi Runita,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us a review. I'm so happy to hear you had a wonderful time in Peru despite the airport closing and other hiccups along the way.
We hope to welcome you back in the future to check off some of the places you missed!
Best,
Johanna
Peru
Peru
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Nov 18 - Nov 25, 2022
All of the arrangements made by Johanna were flawless. Hotels, tours, transportation all impressed. We had a very relaxing time knowing what was happening at each stage. The scenery and activities were fantastic and did not disappoint. read more

Hi Nigel,
So glad to hear you had a great time in Peru and enjoyed your tours!
We hope to welcome you back in the future,
Johanna
This was our first trip using KimKim planning...It was unforgettable...
Peru
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Nov 9 - Nov 17, 2022

This was our first trip using KimKim planning for our 10th anniversary in Peru including Lima, Cusco and Machu Picchu.
To our pleasant surprise, it turned out that all excursions were private, and therefore we were always in the safe hands of all the friendly, very knowledgeable team members Amy, Edwin, Richard, Flor and all the excellent drivers who made our trip wonderful, enjoyable and unique.
We would never have figured out how to plan this trip on our own. Joanna, our agent, has... read more

Hi Tatyana,
So glad to hear you and your husband had a wonderful time in Lima and had a memorable anniversary trip.
We look forward to hosting you again!
Best,
Johanna
Amazon & Cusco Adventure
Peru
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Nov 1 - Nov 9, 2022

My husband and I booked our whole trip with KimKim and had an amazing time. We spent 4 days in the Amazon of Puerto Maldonado and 5 days in the Cusco and Sacred Valley area of Peru. Our travel was fairly smooth. There was one point when our flight was changed but Johanna helped us and made sure the Hotel would still be able to pick us up to bring us to the lodge in the Amazon jungle that night. It was so amazing to have everything already worked out, and we never had to wait for rides or our... read more

Hi Ciarra,
Thank you so much for taking the time to write us a review. It is so nice to hear that you had a wonderful time back in Peru and that you were able to see your host family! very exciting!! I'll be sure to share this review with the rest of my team.
We hope to welcome you again in the future!
Johanna
Kimkim Peru Review:We had a very good trip t...
Peru
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Sep 8 - Sep 18, 2022

Kimkim Peru Review:
We had a very good trip thanks to the team of Johanna at Kimkim along with Amy and Flor at Miski Travels. Johanna kept us informed constantly and was very responsive to our questions.
All the hotels were very nice; the places were beautiful and the staff were good.
All of the drivers were excellent; professional, careful, on time.
Amy conducted a good food tour. She was friendly, fun and informative. I liked the market visit very much. It is always fascinating to... read more

Hi Stewart,
Thank you so much for taking the time to write a lovely review. I'll be sure to let my team know!
We hope to help you again in the future!
Best,
Johanna
Awesome trip! Very well organized! So many aw...
Peru
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Oct 16 - Oct 22, 2022
Awesome trip! Very well organized! So many awesome guides and locations! Loved it all!!!!

Thank you so much for taking the time to write us a review Kelli! So happy to hear you had an amazing time in Peru.
We hope to help you again in the future.
Best,
Johanna
Peru Paradise 2022
Peru
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Oct 11 - Oct 19, 2022

Where do I begin? I have traveled all over the world and this is the hands down, this has been the best experience ever. Johanna listened to me and worked with my list and created the perfect first time experience.
The hotel selections were intimate boutique hotels that made me feel safe , as a solo traveler and they offered special touches and amenities. They were also located within walking distance to restaurants, shopping and cultural events.
The tours were AWESOME because of my... read more

Hi Kimberly,
It was a pleasure getting this trip planned for you, I'm so glad to hear you had an amazing time in our country. I'll be sure to pass on your review to the rest of our team.
We hope to help you again in the future!
Johanna