Curated Trip to Ecuador
Ecuador | Jun 20 - Jun 28, 2025

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Mina O.
Miami, FL | Reviewed on Jul 06, 2025

We worked with Majo and Steven to plan our Ecuadorian adventure, which included the Napo Cultural Center in the Amazon, Chilcabamba in the Andean region, and Casa Aliso to close out the trip in Quito. Majo was patient and thoughtful as we went back and forth about the details of our itinerary. She adapted to our wants/needs and the result was a well-planned and executed trip with a lot of moving parts. Our tour guide, Luis, in the Amazon was a 10/10. Incredible wealth of knowledge and really made our time in the jungle special. Chilcabamba was a modern, rustic lodge surrounded by wildflowers and beautiful views of several volcanoes. The food prepared by the staff was fresh, local and delicious. Casa Aliso in Quito was perfectly situated for those that enjoy exploring the city on their own as it was very safe, and centrally located to dining hot spots, shops and local attractions. Taking the metro to the old city was a breeze and felt totally safe (also an incredible engineering feat). Majo & Steven went above and beyond to ensure everything was going according to plan and that we were happy. They checked in on us regularly on the what’s app thread and were highly responsive when we had questions. We also enjoyed meeting them at a local brewery to share insights from the trip. They were sweet, sincere and full of knowledge about what makes Ecuador special. Overall, we feel like we stumbled upon a gem with KimKim and we have been recommending to friends & family since. Thank you for an unforgettable adventure. We’ll be back!

Local specialist: Maria Jose Jaramillo
Maria Jose
Maria Jose Jaramillo
Local specialist in Quito, Ecuador | Replied on Jul 07, 2025
Dear Mina, We wanted to thank you for the wonderful review you wrote. Reading your words made our day! We appreciate the time you took to write it, Every word meant so much. It was such a pleasure for Steven and me to work with you and Houston and be part of your Ecuadorian adventure. We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed each special place, from the unforgettable time with Luis in the Amazon to the breathtaking views at Chilcabamba and the charm of Casa Aliso. It’s incredibly rewarding... Read more

Dear Mina,

We wanted to thank you for the wonderful review you wrote. Reading your words made our day! We appreciate the time you took to write it, Every word meant so much. It was such a pleasure for Steven and me to work with you and Houston and be part of your Ecuadorian adventure.

We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed each special place, from the unforgettable time with Luis in the Amazon to the breathtaking views at Chilcabamba and the charm of Casa Aliso. It’s incredibly rewarding to know that the care and attention we put into planning your trip helped create such meaningful memories for you both.

Your message is a beautiful reminder of how lucky we are to be doing what we love for people who love what we do. That kind of connection is what makes this work uplifting and inspires us to keep going the extra mile.

It was an honor to be part of your journey, and I’m so happy to know Ecuador left such a positive impression on both of you. If you ever decide to return, or if friends or family plan a visit, we´d be delighted to help again.

Thank you once again for your trust in Steven and me. We will stay in touch.

Warm regards,
Majo & Steven