We had a great experience planning the trip w...
Costa Rica
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Jan 11 - Jan 18, 2023
We had a great experience planning the trip with Sergio and then visiting Costa Rica.
We wanted an 'only in Costa Rica' trip and had specific requests that were all accommodated Sergio and the team he worked with. The process was time-edficient and price was reasonable compared to self-organized alternatives. We are sold on the concept and will come back to KimKim.
More specific feedback that you may find useful:
1. Transportation: I highly recommend taking drivers and car service for the long trips. Carrs were spacious and clean. Drivers were good and drove safely (very important). We only had to ask to slow down once. At the same time, the drivers drive a lot and were often tired while driving. One of them told me he would be driving 12 hrs in that day! Too much and illegal in many countries. The driver-guide Miguel from Arenal was exceptionally GREAT.
La Paz waterfall and cacao plantation: Both are must-visit sites in CR, and we had great guides. We asked for the quick versions of the visit and didn't feel we missed anything. This option for a shortened quickened should be offered.
Rafting: Guides were professionals and the boating was great. BUT, it's a 5.5 hrs slot for 2 hrs of rafting on the river. 3 hrs wasted on travel, pickups and going to a standard lunch that could be served on site. We missed the next activity. That was bitter-sweet. Would not recommend that format.
Springs Hotel: This is a great hotel with awesome activities. It's expensive but we'd love to come back.
Hanging bridges tour: A must-visit BUT we were teamed with a French couple, who didn't speak English well. The poor guide had to say everything twice in English and French, with her broken French. The guiding and tour became very tiring and slow particularly in the rain. Kids lost interest. Not a great experience although a must visit.
Zip lining: A must do! It was great and the kids daidit was a highlight. A very professional experience and a lot of fun.
Drive from Arenal to Monteverde: Its a scenic drive and we should have given it more time. The driver Miguel to was also a guide, and was Superb!
Monteverde hotel: The hotel is definitely not a 4 stars hotel in terms of room and service. Toilet was clogged. Security guard didn't speak English, couldn't help and had no one to call.
Monteverde tour with guide Andres: THE BEST! A tremendous visit. Andres is a star. We'll send people his way.
San jose tours were both great in terms of content, time mngt, etc. and the guides were great. I highly recommend spending a day in the city in the different national museums, BUT my highlight was a walking tour seeing the gorgeous architecture of the city. Our guides which Sergio provided were great and it was unexpectedly nice to meet and talk ro three different young Costa Rican guides.
Restaurants in SJ: Prices are reasonable and local food is delicious.
Overall we had a great experience and would definitely recommend kimkim and Sergio.
Thank you for everything.
Gidi
Hotel Reviews
A great hotel at the heart of San Jose: roomsare spacious and newly done, and service is top. I am glad we chose this center of town location.
Top notch hotel set up in a gorgeous park. Everything is superb including different restaurants. But pricy.
The hotel is underwhelming. Room was small. Only security at night. Toilet got clogged (happens) but security didn't speak English and no one could solve problem. Over priced.
Activity Reviews
A must visit. Although the short version of the visit is sufficient.
Our guide Andres is a star. This was a tremendous visit. A definite highlight of our visit. We'll send people his way.
I loved the visit to San Jose and its museums. Our guide was great.
A cacao farm is a must visit! We asked for a quick versions and loved it.
Hi Gidi, I'm so glad to hear that you had a great experience planning your trip with us and that your visit to Costa Rica met your expectations. Thank you for sharing your experience! Pura vida!