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Renata Guglielmetti

My passion for traveling, especially in Brazil, started when I was very young. Our beloved Brazil, in addition to being vast in territory, boasts an enormous diversity of natural beauties, culture, food, and history.

For this reason, I decided to graduate in tourism and started working in the area in 2010, and I haven't stopped since. Working in this area gives me the opportunity to travel and get to know the country more deeply so that I am able and passionate to help hundreds of people seeking to enjoy the best experiences in Brazil.

How did you get involved in travel?

"I have been fortunate to have experienced much of Brazil, traveling from north to south of the country, which gives me the expertise to create personalized trips tailored to each traveler's wishes.

I was born and raised in Natal, a city in the state of Rio Grande do Norte. Is in northeast of Brazil, is a very famous tourist destination for its amazing beaches and warm waters, but, for me, a small city. Every time I traveled to compete, I saw how big Brazil is, how much natural beauty it has, how much diversity in culture from one city to another and, above all, how welcoming the people of all the regions I went to .

I graduated with a degree in tourism in 2011 and I already worked in a small hotel, after graduation, I went to work in a 5 star hotel, after that, I went to live in the USA for a while, however, my heart was in Brazil and I returned a few months later. When I got back, I started working at an inbound tour operator that specialized in selling Brazil. I spent 6 years in operations, the first 4 years as a consultant and then 2 years supervising the operations team, and now, I'm part of the sales team.
I've had the opportunity to travel and to visit most of the destinations that we offer in Brazil and I love to explore the country whenever I can. After many years I am still in love with my job and all the amazing destinations and natural beauties that my country has to offer."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"In 2018 I took the "Rota das Emoções" with my husband to celebrate one year of marriage, this tour is a circuit that passes through the main tourist attractions in Jericoacoara, in Ceará; Delta do Parnaíba, in Piauí; and Lençóis Maranhenses, in Maranhão.. During the trip, I was able to come across wonderful scenery of the Brazilian Northeast. It was a more rustic trip, with many walks in the middle of nature and even in areas of more difficult access (as is the case of Lençóis Maranhenses), but it was very worthwhile.
In Jericoacoara, I took a buggy ride to visit Pedra Furada, Árvore da Preguiça and the crystalline water lagoons. In Barra Grande in Piauí, I was able to relax. There is a village standing on the sand, it has a vibe that invites us to forget about the clock and enjoy every moment and it has a breathtaking sunset. And finally, Lençõis Maranheses, which is the only desert on the planet that has ponds between white sand dunes."

Renata is part of the following groups: Brazil Travel Agents, Brazil Luxury Travel Agents
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Recent trip reviews for Renata

Best Brazil Trip Ever
Brazil | Oct 26 - Nov 5, 2024

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Elaine P.
Bellingham, WA | Reviewed on Nov 07, 2024
We had a fantastic trip. Renata did an excellent job planning our Brazil trip which include visiting the Amazon, Iguazu Falls (both sides) and time in Rio. We loved our stay at Turtle Lodge in the Amazon and both our guides for Iguazu Falls and Rio were great. All our airport pick ups and drop offs went great as well. We hope to visit Brazil again. Thanks for a wonderful trip Read more

We had a fantastic trip. Renata did an excellent job planning our Brazil trip which include visiting the Amazon, Iguazu Falls (both sides) and time in Rio. We loved our stay at Turtle Lodge in the Amazon and both our guides for Iguazu Falls and Rio were great. All our airport pick ups and drop offs went great as well. We hope to visit Brazil again. Thanks for a wonderful trip

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Intercity Manaus
Manaus

The front staff were great, both friendly and informative. Rooms were comfortable, but a little rough in spots, such as cabinets in bathroom coming undone or the multiple mysterious stains on white wall that look like had not been cleaned for awhile.

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Closer to main square
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See above
Sanma Hotel Foz do Iguaçu
Foz do Iguaçu

Nice hotel. Breakfast was great. Pool fantastic. Really close to the Falls. Room a bit small for King size bed and AC blew annoyingly in our face throughout the night.

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Arena Leme Hotel
Rio de Janeiro

Great views of the beach.

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Amazon Turtle Lodge

Great place to see Amazon. Staff were great our guide was super informative.

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Activity Reviews
Transfer & immersion in the rainforest (Turtle Lodge - Day 1)
Transfer & immersion in the rainforest (Turtle Lodge - Day 1)
Brazil
Adventures in the Jungle Lodge (Turtle Lodge - Day 2)
Adventures in the Jungle Lodge (Turtle Lodge - Day 2)
Brazil
Food
Good, bit repetitive at times
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Bike & Hike on the Brazilian Side of the Falls and visit to the Bird Park
Bike & Hike on the Brazilian Side of the Falls and visit to the Bird Park
Foz do Iguaçu

Our Guide Orico was amazing. He was informative, friendly and dedicated. Orico goes out of his way for his tourists.

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Iguaçu Falls Hike on the Argentina Side & Gran Aventura Boat Tour
Iguaçu Falls Hike on the Argentina Side & Gran Aventura Boat Tour
Foz do Iguaçu
Day Tour of Sugarloaf Mountain (walking trail) and Christ the Redeemer Statue
Day Tour of Sugarloaf Mountain (walking trail) and Christ the Redeemer Statue
Rio de Janeiro

Edwin was a great tour guide. He took us all around Rio, while giving us both a history and culture lesson of Brazil.

Adventures in the Jungle Lodge (Turtle Lodge - Day 5) and Transfer to Manaus International Airport (MAO), Departure
Adventures in the Jungle Lodge (Turtle Lodge - Day 5) and Transfer to Manaus International Airport (MAO), Departure
Brazil
Adventures in the Jungle Lodge (Turtle Lodge - Day 3)
Adventures in the Jungle Lodge (Turtle Lodge - Day 3)
Brazil
Adventures in the Jungle Lodge (Turtle Lodge - Day 4 - 4NPackage)
Adventures in the Jungle Lodge (Turtle Lodge - Day 4 - 4NPackage)
Brazil
Local specialist: Renata Guglielmetti
Renata
Renata Guglielmetti
Local specialist in Brazil | Replied on Nov 08, 2024

Thank you so much for your kind words Elaine! We're thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic trip and enjoyed your time in Brazil. We're so glad you loved the Amazon, Iguazu Falls, and Rio. It’s wonderful to hear that Turtle Lodge was a highlight, and we’re happy that your guides and transfers went smoothly. We’d be delighted to welcome you back to Brazil whenever you’re ready for your next adventure! Thanks again for choosing us for your journey. Best, Renata

Fabulous time.
Brazil | Sep 16 - Sep 26, 2024

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Carmen P.
Houston, TX | Reviewed on Oct 02, 2024
We had an excellent time and will certainly my use KimKim again.
While initially we had to get aligned with Renata, she was great. Renata went out of her way to meet our needs before the trip and during the trip. Really appreciated her.
Our guide in Rio, Bruno was sensational. We loved having him. Would recommend him to anybody. Truly amazing.
The anavilhana lodge was truly beautiful. All the personnel there were excellent. Nothing but accolades.
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We had an excellent time and will certainly my use KimKim again.
While initially we had to get aligned with Renata, she was great. Renata went out of her way to meet our needs before the trip and during the trip. Really appreciated her.
Our guide in Rio, Bruno was sensational. We loved having him. Would recommend him to anybody. Truly amazing.
The anavilhana lodge was truly beautiful. All the personnel there were excellent. Nothing but accolades.

Hotel Reviews
Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge
Manaus

Absolutely amazing!!! Loved all the personnel especially the guides.. Kendrick, Ramon, etc Truly an amazing experience e

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Arena Ipanema
Rio de Janeiro
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Staff
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Arena Copacabana Hotel
Rio de Janeiro
Authenticity & Character
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Half-Day Tour of Sitio Burle Marx, Rio de Janeiro
Half-Day Tour of Sitio Burle Marx, Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro

Simply amazing… truly awesome experience

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Full Days at the Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge
Full Days at the Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge
The Amazon
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Local specialist: Renata Guglielmetti
Renata
Renata Guglielmetti
Local specialist in Brazil | Replied on Oct 04, 2024

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent time. It’s fantastic to know that Bruno made such a positive impression in Rio—he truly is a gem! We're also glad you enjoyed the beauty of the Anavilhanas Lodge and the excellent service from the staff. We can't wait to help you plan your next adventure with KimKim! Safe travels!
Best,
Renata

Solid Trip to Brazil
Brazil | Sep 6 - Sep 13, 2024

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Scott F.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 30, 2024
Trip solid, but not perfect.
Renata was super helpful and very responsive. She was very good, and a pleasure to deal with in setting things up. A big thank you to her!!
The hotels were good, and very much inline with what I had asked for. That worked well. I am happy with the quality of the hotels given the quality/star level I requested. They fit the bill and were what I wanted and needed. The logistics and information about contacting guides, and WhatsApp info was great, and... Read more

Trip solid, but not perfect.
Renata was super helpful and very responsive. She was very good, and a pleasure to deal with in setting things up. A big thank you to her!!

The hotels were good, and very much inline with what I had asked for. That worked well. I am happy with the quality of the hotels given the quality/star level I requested. They fit the bill and were what I wanted and needed.

The logistics and information about contacting guides, and WhatsApp info was great, and very helpful in staying connected with guides.

The guides were all satisfactory to very good. It varied. Their English was all very good, and so there was no communication problem. Orico Soni Machado was fine to ok in Foz. He did was was needed, but he was busy preparing to leave on a personal trip the next day, and seemed distracted by that. He did though get me to the helicopter excursion, and that worked well; he clearly knew the area. His nephew helped to the final transfer to the airport, and helped me get boarding passes; he was responsive and communicative. Orico was fine, but I think he was ready for his personal trip the next day. The use of a group tour for the Argentine side worked very well, and the local guide, I've forgotten his name, did a fine if outstanding job keeping us moving and keeping track of us. This also kept costs down, and did not need to be a private trip. Good decision on that.

The best guide was Rocco Belletti. He also did both transfers to and from Paraty. He was very kind, and helped me understand Brazil, and gave me much information in general about his time as an immigrant to Brazil from Italy. He was top notch. He also gave me great recommendations on restaurants, and food to try and enjoy. He also went above and beyond and recommended a free Samba concert in Paraty. This ended up being one of the highlights of my entire trip because it was so nontouristic and filled with locals.

In Rio, Patricia was very professional, and did her absolute best to keep me safe and interested. She was very protective as I mentioned my concerns about safety. In my one free half day, things were fine, but I almost had my cell phone stolen from my shirt pocket on a street with people on it, during daylight. I only mention this to make you aware of this as Rio clearly remains a semi dangerous city. There is nothing Patricia could have done differently, and she was not on this half free day. It was after the group tour to Sugarloaf and Cristo the Redeemer. Again, it was a good decision to do those as group tours, and there would be no advantage to do those privately. The transfer to the airport was fine, on time and safe.

Overall, however, the private tours in both Paraty and Rio just seemed to lack something. They were only ok, and not terrifically interesting. In particular, the gold tour in Paraty just did not seem to have much of a point other than a short hike, the tasting at the end was rather perfunctory, and not super interesting. In addition, the Rio tours were ok, but I guess I did not learn too too much, but I did get good photos. Maybe I was expecting too much, but the private tours, though I did see what was advertised in the trip information I was given, just seemed uninspired. Not sure if I would not have been better off with more group, public tours to different areas rather than private tours in those two areas.

Lastly, the travel book info packet was very helpful having all the info in one place and in one document. It was very well organized and had all the info I needed in an organized fashion. Thank you Renata for that, and answering all my questions.

If any questions about my comments, feel free to contact me. I'm happy to elaborate.

Hotel Reviews
Pousada do Principe
Paraty

Loved this hotel. Best on the trip.

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Taroba Hotel
Foz do Iguacu
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Windsor Martinique Copacabana Hotel
Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro
Authenticity & Character
Safe place
Location
Great location between Copacabana beach, with easy walk to Ipanema beach
Staff
Very courteous and helpful
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I felt very safe in this hotel
Activity Reviews
Full-Day Group Tour Argentinean Side Falls
Full-Day Group Tour Argentinean Side Falls
Foz do Iguaçu
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Walking Tour of Paraty
Walking Tour of Paraty
Paraty
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Exploring the Brazilian Falls & Bird Park
Exploring the Brazilian Falls & Bird Park
Foz do Iguaçu

I did the bird park on my own, and Orico was helpful during the Iguazu Falls portion of the half day.

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Gold Trail Tour
Gold Trail Tour
Paraty

Rocco was great, just the activity did not seem to have a lot of point to it other than a short hike outside of Paraty

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Carioca Lifestyle and Carnival Culture (by Public Transport)
Carioca Lifestyle and Carnival Culture (by Public Transport)
Rio de Janeiro

Not sure what we really were seeing, but just walked old part of the city and saw many churches. Did not really seem like we had a precise plan of what we were going to see. It was ok, but no real theme to it.

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Full-Day Group Tour  Corcovado and Christ the Redeemer + Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf)
Full-Day Group Tour Corcovado and Christ the Redeemer + Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf)
Rio de Janeiro

Group tour was best way to see the iconic sights where there is not much to add other than seeing the two landmarks.

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Local specialist: Renata Guglielmetti
Renata
Renata Guglielmetti
Local specialist in Brazil | Replied on Oct 01, 2024

Thank you for your detailed review, Scott! We're glad to hear you had a solid trip. It's great that the hotels met your expectations and the logistics worked well. We appreciate your feedback on the guides, especially Rocco, who made a positive impact on your experience. We're sorry to hear that some private tours didn't meet your expectations, and your insights will help us improve. Thank you again for your feedback, and we hope to welcome you back in the future!
Best,
Renata

Unforgettable and memorable experience of South America
Brazil | Sep 17 - Sep 26, 2024

Regina
Regina E.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Sep 29, 2024
Andrea in São Paulo, Diana in Foz do Iguazu and Patricia in Rio. All the 3 of them with the drivers did an excellent job. They did their job above and beyond. I can recommend them to anybody especially to my family and friends. The entire trip was amazing. My hats off to Renata who did a wonderful planning, coordinating in smooth fashion. Thank you KimKim team!
Regina Estorninos
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Andrea in São Paulo, Diana in Foz do Iguazu and Patricia in Rio. All the 3 of them with the drivers did an excellent job. They did their job above and beyond. I can recommend them to anybody especially to my family and friends. The entire trip was amazing. My hats off to Renata who did a wonderful planning, coordinating in smooth fashion. Thank you KimKim team!
Regina Estorninos

Hotel Reviews
Estanplaza Paulista Hotel
São Paulo

Excellent service

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Nadai Confort Hotel
Foz do Iguacu

Excellent service, Great location

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Windsor Palace
Rio de Janeiro

Love the location most. Excellent service.

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Activity Reviews
Full-Day Catholic Tour
Full-Day Catholic Tour
São Paulo

Love visiting religious site, places and learning history

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Full-Day Aparecida do Norte City Tour
Full-Day Aparecida do Norte City Tour
São Paulo

So blessed, at least to fulfill my dreams to visit Our Lady of Aparecida. Brought my family and friends, everyone were amazed and touched by our Lady. It was the highlight of our pilgrimage. I can share my experiences to the world

Exploring the Brazilian Falls & Bird Park
Exploring the Brazilian Falls & Bird Park
Foz do Iguaçu

Another dream fulfilled visiting and seeing in my own eyes God’s amazing creation the Iguazu Fall. also discovered different kinds of birds and species that i have never seen before.

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Iguaçu Falls Hike on the Argentina Side
Iguaçu Falls Hike on the Argentina Side
Foz do Iguaçu

Oh my God, tell me about it , the Garganta do Diablo is nothing comparison to the other falls I have seen. Just amazing

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Safe divers
Welcome to Rio de Janeiro
Welcome to Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro

All I can say, I love Rio, the place and people. I wanna go back one day.

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Day Tour of Sugarloaf Mountain (walking trail) and Christ the Redeemer Statue
Day Tour of Sugarloaf Mountain (walking trail) and Christ the Redeemer Statue
Rio de Janeiro

Everywhere we went was incredible, amazing

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Standing right at foot of Christ the Redeemer Statue. Was able to attend mass at 3:00 pm at Chapel of Our Lady of Aparecida at the the back pedestal of the statue. We met Fr. Raphael
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Experience the Carioca Lifestyle
Experience the Carioca Lifestyle
Rio de Janeiro

Just enjoyed everything

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Local specialist: Renata Guglielmetti
Renata
Renata Guglielmetti
Local specialist in Brazil | Replied on Sep 30, 2024

What a beautiful review to read Regina. Thank you for the detailed comments, this makes us very confident that we are on the right path. I'm very happy that all the expectations were fulfilled and yes, please, come back to Brazil whenever you want and we will be with open arms to help make another wonderful trip like this happen.
Thank you for your trust!

I hope to have you visiting us again soon. :)

Best,
Renata

The trip was seamless and easy as KimKIm Tra...
Brazil | Sep 16 - Sep 26, 2024

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Wendy J.
Orleans, MA | Reviewed on Sep 27, 2024
The trip was seamless and easy as KimKIm Travel set all in motion based on all of our needs and desires. Guides awaited us at every leg of our journey. Renata planned a great trip. We absolutely adored Bruno, our guide in Rio. He was kind, caring of our needs, and surpassed any expectations we might have had. The Availhanas lodge in the Amazon was amazing. The staff, particularly Pedro and Kenrick (one of our guides) went over and above any of our expectations.....The iguazu falls... Read more

The trip was seamless and easy as KimKIm Travel set all in motion based on all of our needs and desires. Guides awaited us at every leg of our journey. Renata planned a great trip. We absolutely adored Bruno, our guide in Rio. He was kind, caring of our needs, and surpassed any expectations we might have had. The Availhanas lodge in the Amazon was amazing. The staff, particularly Pedro and Kenrick (one of our guides) went over and above any of our expectations.....The iguazu falls were spectacular and then we ended with our last day back with Bruno. An overall perfect trip -

Hotel Reviews
Arena Ipanema
Rio de Janeiro

food was not good at dinner - buffet breakfast fine

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Hotel Intercity Manaus
Manaus

only there for a night prior to our amazon trip but staff kind and breakfast buffet decent

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Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge
Manaus

an amazing experience from beginning to end - all the staff amazing - activities, meals, guides made everything seamless -

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Nadai Confort Hotel
Foz do Iguacu

just a place to spend the night - as always breakfast buffet great

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Arena Copacabana Hotel
Rio de Janeiro

love the location - again just a place to spend a night - breakfast buffet as well great -

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Activity Reviews
Half-Day Tour of Sitio Burle Marx, Rio de Janeiro
Half-Day Tour of Sitio Burle Marx, Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro

this is a definite must see if you want to see the authenticity of the area outside of the big city -

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Iguaçu Falls Hike on the Argentina Side
Iguaçu Falls Hike on the Argentina Side
Foz do Iguaçu

spectacular views

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Carioca Lifestyle and Carnival Culture (by Public Transport)
Carioca Lifestyle and Carnival Culture (by Public Transport)
Rio de Janeiro
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Full Days at the Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge
Full Days at the Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge
The Amazon
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Local specialist: Renata Guglielmetti
Renata
Renata Guglielmetti
Local specialist in Brazil | Replied on Oct 07, 2024

I'm so glad to hear you had such an amazing trip! It’s wonderful to hear how much you appreciated Bruno in Rio. The Avalhanas lodge must have been an incredible experience, and Iguazu Falls is simply breathtaking. Thank you for sharing your experience!

Really amazing!
Brazil | Jul 19 - Jul 25, 2024

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Julie B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Aug 03, 2024
We had an exceptional experience with Renata at KimKim as well as the local guides with Bravo Brazil. Everything went off without a hitch. Everyone was so professional and courteous. We would definitely book another trip with KimKim. Very impressed! Read more

We had an exceptional experience with Renata at KimKim as well as the local guides with Bravo Brazil. Everything went off without a hitch. Everyone was so professional and courteous. We would definitely book another trip with KimKim. Very impressed!

Hotel Review
Pousada Pequi
Aquidauana

This is an absolute gem of a place. It is so unique, the food is amazing, and the staff were really exceptional. The tours were so much fun and so interesting and we all had a good time from teenager to adult!

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Hiking & Waterfalls at Boca da Onça farm
Hiking & Waterfalls at Boca da Onça farm
Bonito MS

This hike was absolutely gorgeous. Honestly, it blew all of us away. We felt like we were in a movie :-) The waterfalls are incredible! This was definitely a highlight of our trip!

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Local specialist: Renata Guglielmetti
Renata
Renata Guglielmetti
Local specialist in Brazil | Replied on Aug 05, 2024

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback Julie! We are thrilled to hear that you had an exceptional experience. It's great to know that everything went smoothly and that our team was professional and courteous. We look forward to helping you plan another trip in the future.
Best,
Renata

We had an amazing trip. Everything was seamle...
Brazil | May 17 - Jun 1, 2024

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Keiran P.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jun 06, 2024
We had an amazing trip. Everything was seamlessly taken care of for us. This is my first time not doing an organized group tour (I have done more than 40), and this was by far the better way to travel. Renata was able to find things that we never would have been able to do. Our locals guides were exceptional. Manuela, our Pantanal guide, was friendly, reliable, knowledgeable, and honestly really fun. Our stay at Barra Mansa was by far our favorite part of the trip. The folks there... Read more

We had an amazing trip. Everything was seamlessly taken care of for us. This is my first time not doing an organized group tour (I have done more than 40), and this was by far the better way to travel. Renata was able to find things that we never would have been able to do. Our locals guides were exceptional. Manuela, our Pantanal guide, was friendly, reliable, knowledgeable, and honestly really fun. Our stay at Barra Mansa was by far our favorite part of the trip. The folks there legitimately made us feel like we were at home. Manuela, also followed up to assist us in making bookings in Sao Paulo. She was fantastic.

Dai, our Bonito guide, was funny, had so many interesting stories, and was not afraid of jumping in and doing the adventure stuff alongside us. She made sure everything was taken care of for us.

Rocco, our Paraty guide, not only drove us all the way from Sao Paulo but also had extensive knowledge of the local history. He also recommended some places for our favorite meals on the entire trip. He went above and beyond to assist us in booking a last minute boat tour.

Bruno, our Sao Paulo guide, was extremely knowledgeable and able to read our group and pivot on a dime to make instant changes to our itinerary that suited us (MASP was amazing!). We all loved Sao Paulo by the end of the day.

Overall, it was an excellent trip. I can't say enough about how kind the people were, how delicious the food, and how beautiful the scenery. I would highly recommend using Kim Kim. We'll certainly be booking with them again.

As a minor detail, the GRU airport transfer and airport hotel we stayed at twice was the only negative experience we had the entire time. The GRU hotel van transfer was nearly impossible to figure out, especially after an overnight trip. We ended up getting a taxi, which was much quicker and more convenient. I wish we had just done that up front and saved us trekking all over the airport while exhausted only to not find the connection.

The airport hotel we stayed at in GRU was conveniently located and had a good breakfast but was otherwise somewhere I would not recommend to anyone. We ended up in the same room a week apart and it very clearly hadn't been cleaned other than the beds being remade. The bathroom was dirty and unhygienic, the table tops sticky, and something I had accidentally left 6 days earlier was still on the floor (which, I guess was lucky). It was also extremely loud and had an odd smell in the rooms.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Barra Mansa
Campo Grande / MS - BRASIL

I have traveled to more than 50 countries and stayed at innumerable hotels. Barra Mansa was by far my favorite experience. The owners and staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome. All of our party agreed this was our favorite experience on our two week trip to Brazil. The food was local and delicious, the small touches to make us feel welcome were often and sincere. I had a birthday while staying here and they remembered my two favorite desserts we had and combined them into a delicious cake (coconut dulce de leche). They also had champagne for us at sunset on a nearby salina. The location was amazing as was the nature and tours. Overall, I wouldn't change a thing. I cannot recommend this place more highly.

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Hotel Panamby Guarulhos
Guarulhos

While this hotel was conveniently located and had a good breakfast spread, that is about all I can say that was good about it. The hotel airport transfer was impossible to find, and the room was not clean. We oddly got the same room 6 days apart and the room had clearly only had the beds made in between. The bathroom was dirty and unhygienic, the table tops were sticky, and something I had inadvertently left 6 days prior was still on the floor (lucky I guess?).

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Cleaning the rooms and bathrooms between stays.
Local specialist: Renata Guglielmetti
Renata
Renata Guglielmetti
Local specialist in Brazil | Replied on Jun 06, 2024

Thank you so much for this very detailed account!

Knowing that you felt it was a unique experience, having so much experience yourself, makes me extremely fulfilled with my work because that is precisely the intention.

Thank you for your trust!

I hope to have you visiting us again soon. :)

Best,
Renata

What an adventure
Brazil | Apr 8 - Apr 13, 2024

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Chantell W.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Apr 16, 2024
The adventures were fantastic. All guide and drivers were amazing. I would like to specifically thank Lucas. He was a fantastic guide. We really enjoyed all the things he showed us and taught us. Especially the local phrases and we got to use to communicate. Fun was had by all. Thank you so much. Read more

The adventures were fantastic. All guide and drivers were amazing. I would like to specifically thank Lucas. He was a fantastic guide. We really enjoyed all the things he showed us and taught us. Especially the local phrases and we got to use to communicate. Fun was had by all. Thank you so much.

Hotel Reviews
Pousada Naturalia
Angra dos Reis
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Windsor Califórnia Copacabana Hotel
Rio de Janeiro
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Activity Reviews
Day Tour of Sugarloaf Mountain (walking trail) and Christ the Redeemer Statue
Day Tour of Sugarloaf Mountain (walking trail) and Christ the Redeemer Statue
Rio de Janeiro

This was an awsome experience.

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Boat Tour Halfway Around Ilha Grande (Group Tour)
Boat Tour Halfway Around Ilha Grande (Group Tour)
Ilha Grande
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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Hike to Lopes Mendes Beach
Hike to Lopes Mendes Beach
Ilha Grande
Quality of Experience
Food
The restaurant on the water was excellent
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Renata Guglielmetti
Renata
Renata Guglielmetti
Local specialist in Brazil | Replied on Apr 17, 2024

Thank you for your feedback! I'm glad to hear that you had a fantastic time and enjoyed the guides and drivers. I'll make sure to pass on your special thanks to Lucas. It's wonderful to hear that you appreciated his guidance and enjoyed learning local phrases with him. We're thrilled that everyone had fun. Thank you very much!

My husband and I had an absolutely delightful...
Brazil | Dec 16 - Dec 23, 2023

Megha
Megha C.
Novi, MI | Reviewed on Feb 27, 2024
My husband and I had an absolutely delightful trip to Brazil in December 2023. Renata helped us out really well. The local team were very responsive and all the tours we had booked were well coordinated and flawless. We went to the Amazon, Rio and Iguazu Falls. Renata made us a perfect and well rounded itinerary for the entire duration of our stay. We are glad we booked through our Brazil trip through Kim Kim. We felt that 2 things could have been different and can be improved :
1) Since...
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My husband and I had an absolutely delightful trip to Brazil in December 2023. Renata helped us out really well. The local team were very responsive and all the tours we had booked were well coordinated and flawless. We went to the Amazon, Rio and Iguazu Falls. Renata made us a perfect and well rounded itinerary for the entire duration of our stay. We are glad we booked through our Brazil trip through Kim Kim.

We felt that 2 things could have been different and can be improved :
1) Since I had many questions and clarifications needed from Renata, I wish we had more phone calls instead of to and fro messaging on the Kim Kim app which lead to some delays for us( We did have couple of short calls later). It would have helped us to communicate faster and better.
2) I wish we were informed about carrying less luggage to the Amazon, as it was a challenging task for us to carry multiple bags that was meant for the entire duration of the trip.

Overall, it was an amazing trip to Brazil and we are happy that we booked through KimKim.

Hotel Reviews
Amazon Turtle Lodge
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Nadai Confort Hotel
Foz do Iguacu
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Nobile Hotel Copacabana Design
Rio de Janeiro
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Renata Guglielmetti
Renata
Renata Guglielmetti
Local specialist in Brazil | Replied on Mar 03, 2024

Hello Megha,

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm very happy to read your news, everything was planned with great care. :)
I hope to be able to organize other trips around Brazil for you again. Thank you for the trust!

Best regards,
Renata

Amazing Brazil Trip!
Brazil | Jan 18 - Feb 1, 2024

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Darshana B.
South Africa | Reviewed on Feb 03, 2024
We just got back from our amazing trip Renata helped plan and book. We thank her for organising the cakes at the hotels so we could celebrate my partner's Birthday. It was truly special. All the transfer and accommodations were excellent as well as the guides in the city's. It was really seamless for us to get around as the guides were very helpful with tips and suggestions. THANK YOU! Brazil is a beautiful country which we hope to visit again sometime and see more of it, and will definately... Read more

We just got back from our amazing trip Renata helped plan and book. We thank her for organising the cakes at the hotels so we could celebrate my partner's Birthday. It was truly special. All the transfer and accommodations were excellent as well as the guides in the city's. It was really seamless for us to get around as the guides were very helpful with tips and suggestions. THANK YOU! Brazil is a beautiful country which we hope to visit again sometime and see more of it, and will definately book with Renata again.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Panamby Guarulhos
Guarulhos
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Arena Copacabana Hotel
Rio de Janeiro
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Asalem
Angra dos Reis

Stunning Views, Amazing food and services. The staff was friendly and accommodating. We Loved every minute of our stay there.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Pousada Caiçara
Angra dos Reis
Authenticity & Character
Location
Lovely because its close to the stores and restaurants and its beachfront, but its very noisy at night, due to the bars around it.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Amazon Turtle Lodge

The lodge was much better than we expected. The staff was friendly, and the room and bathroom were comfortable and nice. The views are beautiful. The staff go above and beyond to make you feel comfortable. Our guide was awesome and very knowledgable. The food was also good and hearty. Overall an excellent stay at the lodge.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Saint Paul
Manaus - AM
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Tijuca Forest, Parque Laje & Santa Teresa
Tijuca Forest, Parque Laje & Santa Teresa
Rio de Janeiro
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Full-Day Tour  Corcovado and Christ the Redeemer + Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf)
Full-Day Tour Corcovado and Christ the Redeemer + Pão de Açúcar (Sugarloaf)
Rio de Janeiro
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
They were Excellent!!!
Transport
Excellent Condition of Car used.
Boat Tour Halfway Around Ilha Grande (Group Tour)
Boat Tour Halfway Around Ilha Grande (Group Tour)
Ilha Grande
Quality of Experience
Snorkelling in the lagoon was amazing! they give enough time at each place to enjoy it. The beach we went to was also beautiful!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Carlos was amazing and very knowledgeable. We enjoyed the trip with him.
Transport
Excellent
Local specialist: Renata Guglielmetti
Renata
Renata Guglielmetti
Local specialist in Brazil | Replied on Feb 06, 2024

Hi Darshana,

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm very happy to read your news, everything was planned with great care. :)
I hope I can help plan another trip in the near future to this wonderful country, which I love so much.
Best Regards, Renata