Ecuador w Tamer
Ecuador | Jul 11 - Jul 24, 2022

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Jill T.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Aug 03, 2022

We were so very lucky to meet Tamer , and have him help us plan our trip to Ecuador . Planning is really not the right word , for what he did , caring , constant communication , before , during and after the trip . He listened to our personal needs, responded immediately at all hours , altered the itinerary as needed, and went above and beyond to not only assure comfort , but safety . A couple examples would be :, he took me out to coffee upon arrival , met our whole group after first day , and walked us to dinner to be sure we were safe, rearranged our guide , added two days of tours while we were there, had breakfast packed for us by hotels when leaving early . He is not only in constant contact with us , but also the guides. His english is perfect , all this is very comforting in a foreign country away from home for a extended trip .

I was recovering from a broken knee , he made sure steps were minimized at all hotels. Everywhere we went they knew ahead about my limitations and our dietary restrictions . He also stayed within our budget .
We loved everything about the trip . Especially the Amazon trip to the Napo cultural center . We had a wonderful guide , Jose, and terrific accommodations . Our driver and guide Francisco , could not do enough for us . He brought us homemade treats his mother cooked, coffee his friend grew , and tried to arrange for us to see his friends rose farm , when my daughter asked if we could see one .. he took us to much needed trips to the pharmacy , where his Spanish was necessary . There are countless little things he did to enrich our experience .

I hope this is the beginning of a long travel relationship with Tamer and a Kimkim . I can’t think of a better service , and really friendship .

Thank you , thank you . It was a meaningful experience for us , a once in a lifetime trip . Can not recommend them more . Beyond grateful .

Hotel Review
Napo Cultural Center
Quito

This was a really great and special experience . The guide , the program , the food, and the accommodations were so wonderful . It is extremely well run . The most clean place we were in Ecuador . They care a lot about you being there . It is a rugged trip , but we’re were very surprised with how nice the room was .

Authenticity & Character
Not a tourist trap . Authentic
Location
Amazon , tree tops
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cleanest place we were
Activity Reviews
Colonial City Tour, Cooking Class & the Middle of the World Monument
Colonial City Tour, Cooking Class & the Middle of the World Monument
Quito
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Kuri Muyu (Kichwa traditions) -  Canopy Tower - Traditional Dinner
Kuri Muyu (Kichwa traditions) - Canopy Tower - Traditional Dinner
Yasuni National Park

The hike and the canopy tower was one of my most favorite activities of the 3 weeks in Ecuador . It was amazing . Pictures don’t do it justice . Seeing the birds , going at sunset . Being above the trees and seeing the whole forest and eco system . Our guide was beyond knowledgeable .

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Day Trip to Papallacta
Day Trip to Papallacta
Quito

This was a nice day . Easier ride than mindo . Liked the hot springs . Definitely go to the more expensive spa . Even that was quite crowded . I guess I would try to go on weekday . We were there on weekend , and it was packed with little kids , very crowded . This took away from the experience for us . But the whole setup w food , hot springs and services is nice .

Quality of Experience
Food
We are there and the food was good and well priced
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Tamer Obeid
Tamer
Tamer Obeid
Local specialist in Quito, Ecuador | Replied on Aug 03, 2022
Oh Jill! The honor was/is mine, to have been able to work with you and Eden, be part of this beautiful experience you had here in Ecuador, and above all, to have met you in person and got the opportunity to know how wonderful you and Eden are. Our travelers' satisfaction is our BIG REWARD here in Kimkim, but to gain this cherished friendship with special ones is such a great privilege. I promise you that whenever you decide to visit again, Eden or Phoebe, or if any of your referrals would... Read more

Oh Jill! The honor was/is mine, to have been able to work with you and Eden, be part of this beautiful experience you had here in Ecuador, and above all, to have met you in person and got the opportunity to know how wonderful you and Eden are.

Our travelers' satisfaction is our BIG REWARD here in Kimkim, but to gain this cherished friendship with special ones is such a great privilege. I promise you that whenever you decide to visit again, Eden or Phoebe, or if any of your referrals would like to explore this amazing country, you will have me here to count on 150% :)

I will convey your kind words to Francisco and all the guides you mentioned, they will be so happy about that. Sebastian says hi also :)

Until we meet again soon!

Yours,
Tamer