Highest Praise for Francisco and the team at ...
Chile | Feb 8 - Feb 22, 2026

allan
allan s.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jun 03, 2026

Highest Praise for Francisco and the team at KimKim

We can't speak highly enough about our team at KimKIm. Our 16 day trip to Patagonia, Atacama and Rapa Nui ran like clockwork. A team member was always almost instantly available (via WhatsApp) whenever we had a question. Not only were the hotels, guides and transfers excellent, they helped make dinner reservations for those of us who speak no Spanish. Just absolutely first rate, from start to finish.
February 23, 2026

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Boutique La Perouse
Isla de Pascua

Absolutely lovely little hotel, super friendly people, and unbelievably convenient location.

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Best Western Patagonia / Hotel Borde Glaciar
Puerto Natales

My wife and I don't require fancy hotels, just at least a queen size bed and ensuite bathroom. This was just right. It is out of the city proper so you'll need to Uber to town (easy and inexpensive). The hotel restaurant and bar are fine, too.

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45 by Director
Santiago

Great location for seeing some of the nicer parts of Santiago. Uber to restaurants and museums are plentiful and not expensive. Rooms and bathrooms are compact. Fine for us who prefer to spend on food rather than lodging. But if you have a lot of toiletries, a little tricky.

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Hotel Pueblo de Tierra
San Pedro de Atacama

A very interesting off the main square hotel. You'll need to walk for twenty or so minutes to get to the town square and the restaurants. (Most of the streets are dirt.) Rooms lack AC so they can get warm by day. No problem with nights or fans. Nice pool area to spend the daytime hours when not out enjoying the desert. Beer and beverages available. Lots of great local markets nearby.

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a mile from main square
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Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal
Santiago

Great if you want walking distant access to the airport. Excellent breakfast buffet.

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Activity Reviews
Torres del Paine National Park - Panoramic Tour
Torres del Paine National Park - Panoramic Tour
Chile
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Navigation Excursion - Serrano Glacier and Patagonic Lunch
Navigation Excursion - Serrano Glacier and Patagonic Lunch
Chile
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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Estancia La Península Full Day
Estancia La Península Full Day
Puerto Natales
Wine Tasting, Valparaiso and Viña del Mar- Private Tour
Wine Tasting, Valparaiso and Viña del Mar- Private Tour
Santiago
Astronomy Safari
Astronomy Safari
San Pedro de Atacama
Laguna Cejar, Ojos del Salar y Laguna Tebiquinche
Laguna Cejar, Ojos del Salar y Laguna Tebiquinche
Chile
Local specialist: Francisco Torres
Francisco
Francisco Torres
Local specialist in Santiago, Chile | Replied on Jun 03, 2026
Hi Allan, Thank you very much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review about your trip. It was truly a pleasure helping you plan your journey through <strong>Patagonia, Atacama, and Easter Island</strong>, and I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience and that everything went smoothly overall. Your kind words about our team, guides, transfers, and communication mean a lot to us. I also appreciate the detailed feedback you shared about the hotels and activities.... Read more

Hi Allan,

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave such a thoughtful review about your trip.

It was truly a pleasure helping you plan your journey through Patagonia, Atacama, and Easter Island, and I’m very happy to hear that you enjoyed the experience and that everything went smoothly overall. Your kind words about our team, guides, transfers, and communication mean a lot to us.

I also appreciate the detailed feedback you shared about the hotels and activities. Reviews like yours are extremely valuable because they help future travelers and help us continue improving our services.

On behalf of everyone at Responsible Travel and kimkim, thank you again for your trust and for choosing us to help organize your adventure in Chile.

Please remember that you are always welcome to contact me again through kimkim if you decide to visit Chile, Argentina, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, or any other destination in South America in the future. I would be delighted to help you plan your next trip.

Wishing you all the best and many wonderful travels ahead.

HAsta pronto!
Francisco