Very responsive and smooth
Colombia | Mar 10 - Mar 19, 2023

Paul
Paul P.
Albany, NY | Reviewed on Mar 26, 2023

Everything was super smooth and when we had a cancellation (because of weather), Michael was super responsive and helpful. We had a fabulous time.

We very much enjoyed our time hiking in Chingaza. It was not on our original wish list and yet was maybe our favorite part. The guides were very helpful. We loved meeting the local guide and his family (and dogs). The area was beautiful. I was a little disappointed to not make it to the lake but the altitude was a challenge!

Our favorite accommodation was the Senda Watapuy in the Tayrona area. I could have spent a day just lounging and enjoying the birds and plants and beauty of the place. The accommodations themselves were also super comfortable. I would have loved to know what else to explore in that area.

All of our guides were great - personable and knowledgeable and also they were often able to provide restaurant recommendations that were delicious. We ate well!

Hotel Reviews
Sweet Harmony by Xarm Hotels
Minca, Magdalena

this is a lovely setting but definitely a rugged hotel. No AC. No screens. Only air is from open doors. Sleep under a net. If that's ok with you, then this hotel is beautiful and charming. No food available onsite except for the included breakfast. A pleasant walk from town.

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no AC so open door = bugs in room
Senda Watapuy
Santa Marta

Lovely Beautiful setting. Nice large rooms. Private pools. Great AC. Lux bathroom. Everything was great about this place. One minor complaint was that the restaurant was a bit inconsistent. We got a couple of good meals and some that were not.

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Hotel Kartaxa Cartagena
Cartagena

Great location. Staff helpful and always present. The building was interesting with great places to sit in the interior courtyard. Would definitely stay again. Minor complaint that I think can't be helped in an older building but you could definitely hear the other guests who came in late or left early. Also rooms were very moderate to small size.

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Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Mar 26, 2023
Dear Paul, We are thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic time on your trip through Colombia and that everything went smoothly. We appreciate your trust in us as your local travel provider and we are happy that we were able to contribute to an unforgettable experience. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed hiking in Chingaza, even though it was not originally on your wish list. It's always wonderful to discover unexpected gems while traveling, and we're happy that the guides were helpful... Read more

Dear Paul,

We are thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic time on your trip through Colombia and that everything went smoothly. We appreciate your trust in us as your local travel provider and we are happy that we were able to contribute to an unforgettable experience.

We are glad to hear that you enjoyed hiking in Chingaza, even though it was not originally on your wish list. It's always wonderful to discover unexpected gems while traveling, and we're happy that the guides were helpful and that you had a chance to meet the local guide and his family.

We are also delighted to hear that your favorite accommodation was the Senda Watapuy in the Tayrona area, and that you were able to enjoy the beauty of the place while also being comfortable. We will take note of your feedback about exploring other areas in the area, and we hope that we can show you the other parts on your next trip to Colombia!

Finally, we are glad that all of your guides were great, personable, and knowledgeable, and that they were able to recommend delicious restaurants for you to try. We believe that good food is an important part of any travel experience, and we're happy that you ate well.

Thank you again for choosing us as your partner on site, and we hope to welcome you here soon again!

Sunny greetings from San Agustín,
The Chaska Tours Team