Maria José deserves an 11 out of 10!!!
Galapagos Islands | Apr 14 - Apr 18, 2026

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Ben S.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

Maria José with Kim Kim deserves an 11 out of 10. Logistics for our trip where we went to four islands in four days were extensive and it went off without a hitch. Any question we had she was on what’s app replying immediately. Our flights, boats, tours and transfers were always great and always on time.

Also in the planning part of the trip we told her what we wanted and in two emails had the perfect trip where she really helped us cover all of the activities, all of the islands and all of the animals we wanted to see — and because of her we were able to fit it into four nights without sleeping on a cruise ship.

We’d never used Kim Kim before and didn’t know what to expect, but as extensive world travelers MaJo’s work was so impressive and it was at a very reasonable price. Don’t risk your once in a lifetime Galapagos trip - use MaJo!!!!

Hotel Review
Plaza Luna Suites
Puerto Ayora

Clean, great service, and so well kept…best of the three hotels we stayed in during our trip.

Authenticity & Character
Owner lived on the grounds her entire life and treats it like she cares about the property and guests!
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Spotless and up to date!
Activity Reviews
Kicker Rock: A Snorkeling Adventure
Kicker Rock: A Snorkeling Adventure
Isla San Cristóbal

Amazing snorkeling and great lunch on the boat. The guide was great. Hammerheads, turtles, blue footed boobies, Red Frigate birds (inflated!), rays and seals that came and played with us!

Quality of Experience
Food
Food was fine but that wasn’t what I was focused on
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Welcome to San Cristóbal – Kayak at the Port & Darwin Bay Snorkeling
Welcome to San Cristóbal – Kayak at the Port & Darwin Bay Snorkeling
Isla San Cristóbal

Amazing. Greatest sea lion experience ever! They are so fun and playful. Snorkeling was great too. The private guide with the kayaking and snorkeling was the best way to start the trip so we could get the focus and attention we needed given we were doing group snorkels the next three days. The pictures say it all

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Welcome to Isabela Island – Wildlife Encounter at Los Túneles (Cabo Rosa)
Welcome to Isabela Island – Wildlife Encounter at Los Túneles (Cabo Rosa)
Galapagos Islands

Awesome. Got a selfie with a penguin, saw multiple rays, swam within a foot of 10 different giant turtles, and up close and personal with blue footed boobies! Great ceviche too!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Maria Jose Jaramillo
Maria Jose
Maria Jose Jaramillo
Local specialist in Quito, Ecuador | Replied on Apr 19, 2026

Hello Ben,

Thank you so much for this amazing review. I really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience.

I’m especially glad that the fast-paced itinerary across four islands felt seamless on your side. That kind of trip requires a lot of coordination behind the scenes, so it’s great to know you could just enjoy the experience.

It was a pleasure working with you, and I hope this is just one of many great trips to come. I’d love to help you again anytime.