Nicholas Colombo
I am Italian and have lived in Spain, Australia, Vietnam and Chile. I have traveled from the very north to the very south of Chile and sincerely believe the beauty and diversity of its landscape, as well as the warmth of its people, make this country a unique and interesting place to visit.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"I very much enjoy offering my expertise to anyone who wants to visit Chile. I can make suggestions from the cleanest budget hotels to the nicest luxury resorts. My specialty is adapting the trip to the needs of the client. "
How did you get involved in travel?
"Travel has been always an important part of me, so I decide to avocade my life to my passion and share it with people around me"
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"My favorite place in Chile is definitely Patagonia. The remoteness, the silence (wind aside), the breathtaking views behind every corner make it the perfect spot for whoever is looking for inner peace, relaxation and inspiration."
Featured trips & expertise
Discover Bariloche & the Lake District - 5 Days
Discover the alpine charm of Bariloche and the strikingly beautiful scenery of Argentina's Lake District on this 5-day adventure. Base yourself in the picturesque lakefront town of Bariloche, enjoying its artisanal chocolate shops and Swiss-style architecture. You'll venture to the region's lakes and mountains each day, exploring the shoreline forests on horseback and sailing to islands covered with native forests. Return to Bariloche each evening to dine on local specialties like wild boar and freshly caught lake trout — the perfect way to end a day out in the wilderness!
Discover Chile's Lake District & Patagonia - 14 Days
Make your way around a series of unforgettable natural attractions — including national parks, mountain peaks, icy glaciers, penguin colonies, pristine lagoons, and more — on this two-week tour around Chilean Patagonia and the Lake District. Bookended on both sides with a few days in the bustling capital city of Santiago, the itinerary takes you first to Patagonia and the cities of Punta Arenas and Puerto Natales, gateway to Torres del Paine National Park. Move on to the Lake District, side-tripping to the mythical island of Chiloé. Trek through native forests to waterfalls and marvel at volcanoes before heading back to Santiago, where the trip comes to a close.
Total Solar Eclipse Tour December 2020: Santiago, Atacama, & Pucón - 13 Days
There are few natural events as spectacular or memorable as a full solar eclipse, and on this 13-day tour of Chile in December 2020 you'll watch the amazing event from the clear skies of Pucon. As well as dedicating a full day to watching the eclipse, you'll tour many of Chile's other highlights, including the modern capital Santiago, the historic port city of Valparaiso, the excellent wineries of the valleys, and the unparalleled natural beauty of the Atacama Desert, plus much more. This comprehensive tour fits in a lot of different sights and experiences, and is sure to be memorable.
Total Solar Eclipse Tour (December 2020): Santiago to Pucón - 9 Days
Get a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see a total solar eclipse in Chile on this special tour in December 2020. As well as dedicating a full day to viewing the eclipse at Pucon, you'll tour many of Chile's other highlights, from the modern capital Santiago to the historic port city of Valparaiso, and the natural beauty of the Andes. Fit a wide variety of unforgettable experiences into nine days.
Chile: Lake District, Torres del Paine, & Atacama Desert - 12 Days
This extensive 12-day itinerary covers the major highlights of north, south, and central Chile—the Lake District, Torres del Paine National Park, and the Atacama Desert. The Lake District is famous for its charming villages, Prussian-blue lakes, and snow-capped volcanoes. Torres del Paine, on the other hand, is the crown jewel of national parks to explore in Patagonia. Throw in a visit to a Patagonian penguin colony and a jaunt to the mystical and beautiful island of Chiloé, and you have the perfect Chilean adventure.
Santiago, Valparaíso & Patagonia Nature Trip
Begin your adventure in the capital of Santiago. Experience the city's culture and culinary delights on a full-day walking tour. Next, head to the coast to immerse yourself in the artsy vibe of Valparaíso before heading out to the Casablanca Valley to taste some of Chile's world-renowned wines. Then, travel south to Punta Arenas to explore the rugged beauty and unforgettable landscapes of Chilean Patagonia. Take a boat out to Magdalena Island, and get a close-up look at the 150,000 strong penguin colony. Then you'll embark on a trek into the famed Torres del Paine National Park, a Patagonian Mecca for hikers. Finally, you'll tour lakes and rivers before finishing with a boat trip to Glacier Grey.
Recent trip reviews for Nicholas
Great Trip to Chile - February
Chile
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Feb 5 - Feb 14, 2020
Great Trip to Chile - February
Nicholas helped us to organise a great itinerary in Chile at very short notice due to a change in holiday destination!
During our trip we visited Santiago, Vina del Mar, the Atacama desert and then down to Patagonia;. The tours and guides were all fantastic and we managed to fit a lot in in the 10 days we had available and felt like we had seen a lot of Chile by the end of our trip.
The stand out experiences were seeing the geysers in Atacama, visiting... read more
Nicholas planned the trip just right. We have...
Chile
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Jan 18 - Jan 25, 2020
Nicholas planned the trip just right. We have some issues on the first day (out fault, that I left the phone in a Cabify taxi). Our trip guide helped us a lot, and eventually, we have got it back the next day. The rest of the trip was good and enjoyable. Nicholas was always accessible, and the tour company made everything hassle-free. Thanks, Nicholas.
Hi Kajal!
Thanks for your nice review, I'm glad that the phone issue got solved and let you enjoy the rest of the trip with no stress. It was a pleasure for us to organize your days in Chile!
Best regards,
Nicholas
Smooth trip with Nicholas’s planning
Chile
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Dec 25 - Jan 8, 2020
Nicholas’s trip preparation for us was fantastic. We got to see what we wanted from the lake region to Patagonia to Iguazu Falls within our budget. The local drivers who picked us up at various airports in Chile were on time, so we did not have to worry. The local guides were knowledgeable and attentive. We will ask for him if we will visit Chile/South America again!
Hi Romkaew!
Thanks a lot for your nice words! It was a pleasure to organize this trip to this beautiful part of the world for your family. I hope you went home with many great memories that will last a lifetime.
Whenever you want to come back again count on me!
Best wishes
Nicholas
My son and I had a wonderful trip to Chile. ...
Chile
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Nov 20 - Dec 3, 2019
My son and I had a wonderful trip to Chile. We travelled from the Atacama Dessert to the Lake District and finally to Patagonia. Isla de Magdalena and Torres del Paine National Park! Thanks to Nicholas, the trip was planned perfectly. We had a lot to see but we also had our down time and time to tour on our own. Ending in Patagonia was awesome!
Such a beautiful country with wonderful people. We hope to return someday and see more of the National Parks!
Thank you NIcholas!
Hi Mariellen!
I'm really happy that you and your son had a great time exploring Chile! It's great that you got to experience such variety and had a good balance between activities and time and leisure.
Whenever you plan to come back count on me! It was a pleasure meeting in Santiago.
All the best,
Nicholas
GREAT trip to Chile!
Chile
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Oct 13 - Oct 23, 2019
We recently came back from a great trip to Chile
While we had a general sense of what we wanted to see & do, we elected to utilize Kimkim to assist us in our planning
They put us in contact with Nicholas at TURISMO MILODON travel based in Santiago Chile who did an especially great job and promptly responded to all emails and text messages
Prior to our trip we inquired about some of the excursions that we were interested in (Santiago, Valparaiso, Atacama, Torres del Paine)
Nicholas came... read more
Dear Sarah and David!
I'm glad you had a safe flight back to the US. I'm really grateful for your kind words, indeed it has been a pleasure for me to help you with the trip planning!
Thankfully the situation of the last few weeks didn't damage your experience in this beautiful country!
Whenever you want to come back, I'll be happy to assist again, Chile has so many more destinations to be explored!
I wish you all the best,
Nicholas