Kimkim Trip Reviews

Great location steps from the train station, full service, Great view of the library and opera house from our balcony.

We loved this experience, a driver and guide took us to lookout, then guided us on a walk to a waterfall. She was delightful, and we lucked put with a private tour as no others booked that day

Stunning, breathtaking natural beauty

Beautiful location with well apportioned rooms, accommodating staff and a colonial feel. The grounds were well maintained and felt like a paradise tucked away from the crowds.

Great location! Easy to navigate Cape Town with lots of shopping and restaurants within walking distance.

This was my favorite of our three safaris. The travel was long through Klaserie Reserve, but well worth it! The grounds were immaculate and overlooked a beautiful valley with water and wildlife. The rooms were comfortable and well appointed for a safari camp. The staff was accommodating and the food was good. We were traveling as a large family with 3 adults and 5 teenagers and they were very accommodating. Our guide, Ingrid, was incredible! She was knowledgeable and took the time to explain things and get each member of the family involved. We were able to see and experience so many animals up close and personal with rarely another vehicle crossing our path. The reserve was beautiful and I can't say enough about how fabulous this safari was thanks to Ingrid. I would highly recommend Ivory Wilderness for a personal, friendly safari experience off the beaten track.

Comfortable, family-like feeling with excellent service, accommodations, environment and food. Our stay here was our first stop on our Southern Africa adventure and it was a fabulous place to start our trip with a convenient, safe and accommodating bed and breakfast feel.

This was incredible! While you don't see a ton of big animals aside from hippos, the scenery and birds are beautiful. You are low to the water and see things from a whole different perspective. We stopped at an island for drinks and snacks while having the opportunity to learn about different plants and animals. Truly an incomparable way to experience the Delta.

The drives in the Delta always started with a boat ride to reach the safari vehicle. Just a whole different experience in this unique ecosystem. Lots of wildlife and great insight from our local guide.

This was probably one of the most impactful activities on the trip. To be able to visit a family in their homestead and learn about their life and culture one on one was beyond words. This will be one of the lasting memories I take from this trip!

It was unfortunately a cold, windy day. By the time we got to this activity we were too tired to really enjoy it. We did see whales which was cool. If you are really into whales this would have been a great activity. Unfortunately the circumstances of the day and my own personal preferences made it less enjoyable than the many other activities we did on our trip.

Great views!

With the flooding destroying the dock, this boat ride was a bit of an adventure! We traveled to the river through another reserve and then parked the safari vehicle for a bit of a perilous walk across the sand to board the boat. I felt safe with Ingrid but I will say that I had my eyes out for crocodiles!!! The ride was nice but we didn't see a ton of wildlife. Overall, I would say it was a nice break from the game drives and allowed us to talk and relax in a different environment.

Based on our charter flight time we weren't able to do a final drive, but Louise rearranged things so we could do Mokoros the evening before and do the scenic helicopter in the morning before we left.

Jumbo Junction was an intimate, family feeling camp. The accommodations were great and it was fun living off the grid with solar power and fire heated water. The game drives on the Delta are a whole different experience! I loved the boat rides on the hippo channels and the drives on solid ground. We saw lots of wildlife in different situations, all up close and personal! And lots of hippos everywhere!!!

We loved Ivory Wilderness River Rock Lodge! Great experience and great game drives! Very remote with plenty of wildlife and not many other vehicles on the trails.

Very informative! It was interesting to learn about their commitment to ending poaching and protecting the animals.

This was unexpectedly fantastic!!! The boat was luxurious with comfortable furniture and blankets for the evening chill. Food and drinks were top notch and service was great! This was the relaxing evening I needed!

This was incredible! You can only really experience the power and beauty of the falls from the ground. It was beautiful using the many viewing points along the way to capture different views of the falls.

The experience was neat to see a bit of the local culture and try the many unique foods. I appreciated the upcycled decor.

This was a highlight of the trip! Great experience flying doors off over the Delta and spotting wildlife from the sky!!!

It was cool to ride onto the bridge and watch the sunrise over the falls and learn more about the construction of the bridge.

It was a good experience and we were able to see a lot of the falls and surrounding Zambezi river.

Unfortunately we visited on a very cold, damp day. I can't honestly review my experience without including the weather so your experience could be totally different. Our guides were great accommodating our needs and trying to hype us up in the cold. The lines are well maintained and I felt safe on them. It was a bit of a long drive up and down the mountain and there's a 1km hike out from the final line that's uphill and rocky. Unfortunately I have a bad hip so that was challenging but for a moderately healthy person it wouldn't be an issue.

Though it was a cold and windy day, seeing the penguins made it all worthwhile!

It was a good look at the culture of the Bo Kapp area.

Games drives were incredible with a very up close and personal feel. Rarely another vehicle on the trails and plenty of close encounters with the wildlife!

Our guide Ingrid made it a truly magical experience! We got up close and personal with the animals and learned a lot along the way. We felt safe with her even during close encounters. The remoteness of the reserve meant we rarely saw another safari vehicle, but plenty of encounters with wildlife!

This was an incredible experience! Our guides led us through Soweto in Tuk Tuks allowing us to see and experience Soweto in an up close and personal way. Then we cooked a traditional meal over the fire and ate together. It was a great experience!

This place is BEAUTIFUL! So perfect for our family. We loved walking around the area and eating some crepes in the evening! The fact that there was laundry available was so helpful!

This was a big WIN for our big family. We loved being able to stay all together after two nights spent in two separate hotel rooms. This space was perfect for us and so cute! We loved the location right along the ocean. So beautiful and perfect for an evening walk.

Such a great breakfast! Loved that they had an early check in option. Totally worth the $40 for us to get a little organzied after an overnight flight.

Peter was a SUPER guide! He really showed us a great time...we loved every minute of this! (Even if some of us were scared!)

Great location. Very spacious. Kids loved having both indoor and outdoor pools. Buffet breakfast was among the best we had. Decor was felt very over the top and gaudy - but otherwise, enjoyed this hotel.

Hotel was very spacious and comfortably accomodated our family of four. Really liked how it was close to hiking trails and had 2 big pools for our family to choose from. The kids especially appreciated the pool that had sand to mimic the beach. The decor felt a little bit gaudy / overdone. Also, if you're looking to be closer to the beaches or to the main town, may not be the best location as it requires a drive. Least favorite part of this hotel was the food and service at the restaurant. We had a buffet dinner the first night, and the food was not very good and overpriced. Staff also during dinner were not particularly friendly. Buffet breakfast was decent, but again, I would have expected more from such a nice hotel and for the price.

Favorite hotel during our stay! Plenty of space for a family of four. Very nice accomodations. Centrally located, easy to walk to many of the main tourist attractions. Also close to many restaurants. One complaint though around safety. One of the tiles on the wall next to the bathtub fell off the wall during our stay. Fortunately, no one was in the bathtub at the time, however, it could have been a major issue as our kids were often using the bathtub and could have led to a serious injury. Appreciated how they had onsite breakfast

Location is great, especially for first time in Lisbon. Right in the heart of Biaxa. Very walkable to many main attractions. Lots of space for a family of 4. Highly recommend! Just a note, may be challenging for people with limited mobility, as there is only 1 very skinny elevator servicing the building.

Great restaurant to try the Franchesca!

One of my favorite meals in Lisbon! Definitely get the paella - delicious and very large serving (the 1 person order was enough for my wife and I to share) Make a reservation or be prepared to wait in line

Great time to explore on our own. Appreciate the recommendations from the Across Portugal team

Our of our favorite activities! Loved how hands on it was ! Was great to be able to make our own souveniers from Portugal!

Overall was a nice overview of Lisbon. Did feel a bit rushed compared to some of our other tours. Guide was very friendly, but sounds like some of the information she shared was not entirely correct (especially after discussing/meeting with other tour guides on this trip). That said, was a nice way to get around Lisbon and navigate all the steep hills and see the main sights from the outside.

Great activity! Kids really enjoyed being able to drive along the coast and see the caves. They also loved being able to jump off the boat into the ocean!

Transfer was fine. Process of picking up the rental car took a little longer than expected. Pick-up station is small, with only 1 desk. Since there were 2 other people ahead of us, took us a while to get check in and get our car

Great experience with a local guide! Ricardo was really good at taking this at the pace we needed for our family. Very knowledable tour guide. Appreciated the individualized attention. Suggest you confirm which palaces you will be going to. We visited the Pena Palace and Quinta da Regaleira which were both great. Kids especially liked Auinta da Regaleira since they were able to run around the grounds and do more exploring and it didn't feel as crowded as Pena Palace. Just make note though that we did not get to visit the Moorish Castle, National Palace or Mosserate Palace - we were ok with that, but just need to make sure you're ok with not seeing those as well.

Great all day experience! Ivo, our driver, was an excellent guide! The boat ride was so much fun for the kids. And the private tour/tasting/lunch at Quinta da Pachea was excellent!

This tour was just ok. We had already done a whole day tour in the Douro valley the day before, and so this tour did not seem as impressive after the Douro valley. The Port here also was not as good as what we had in the Douro valley. If you're not going to the Duoro valley, then I would recommend. If you are going to Duoro valley, you can skip this.

This was a really nice tour. Our guide Sara was very friendly and knowledable. Loved that she was a local and able to give us her personal stories/insights. Also enjoyed that she was able to tailor the tour to what our family/kids were able to do. Really nice overview of Porto

Great activity! Very hands on! Easy to follow and understand. Great opportunity for the kids to do a cooking class.

Great location for views. The sky seemed to go on forever. The staff was very kind. The restaurant was good.

Great location and the restaurant was very good. The rooms allowed for a great view and we were treated to a beautiful sunset.

Room was fine but breakfast was lacking. The coffee was horrible!

Great location and easy parking. Breadfast was very good.

This was a very enjoyable walk even in the rain. You walk on a boardwalk and then over rocks. Very interesting sights along the way.

We had lunch in the restaurant. The food was great and the atmosphere was a fun experience.

Unique experience. Very interesting.

Great waterfall to view from top and bottom.

This was fabulous. We had a beautiful sunny day to sit and watch the puffins flying in and out over the water. We also enjoyed the volcano museum. We had a great lunch at GOTT.

Very nice walk and beautiful views.

The zodiac boat ride in the lagoon was cancelled due to extreme wind conditions. We loved Diamond Beach. It was very different from what we are used to and the floating icebergs were beautiful. We also saw a sea lion!

It was very rainy and windy when we got there. The view was still great since it was our first stop.

Location down by harbor. Very nice breakfast. Room needs updated and the water could get so hot that it was dangerous. Sign was posted about the water temperature and the hot water smell.

Gorgeous location and hotel. Enjoyed the best salmon I’ve ever had at the hotel restaurant. Beautiful views and room was quite lovely.

Nice view overlooking lake. Dining area had very nice views. Be careful of the flies around this area. Location was close to many natural wonders.

Beautiful location on fjord, cool tunnel connecting dining area to hotel. Restaurant was delicious. We loved the view. The winds can be howling in this area , so be prepared!

Gorgeous location and view. Wonderful breakfast and we really enjoyed watching the birds on the lake. We saw a beautiful sunrise while staying here.

Nice hotel, great restaurant ( loved the arctic char) and staff was friendly.

A wonderful hotel to begin our adventure. The room was beautiful, location was great, and the breakfast was fabulous!

The staff and landscaping around this hotel is impeccable, they have two pools that are beautiful. The restaurant in bar area is very nice, and the staff was very attentive.

The guide was amazing. She did a fabulous job, the staff at the lodge were very attentive, and the food was good. For being out in the middle of nowhere, there is absolutely nothing that you could want for that they didn’t have. Exceptional job.

The place was beautiful, the food was excellent, and the staff was incredible, the room was huge

Talking with someone who lives in the village and lives there every day and hearing their perspective on life was really interesting, I would recommend this to anyone who wants to get off the beaten path and actually speak to a local and see how the tribes live, it’s very one on one but well worth it

This was super fun, and the guides were beyond helpful, they catered to all of our needs and made sure everything was safe and in control, they helped in all aspects of the trip. The only thing I would recommend is if you’re going during the winter months make sure you bundle up because it is cold up there and we did not have enough clothing one But again their staff was great

This is definitely something worth doing, it’s kind of off the beaten path and takes you in an area. You would never plan on going. But it was great to interact with the local people and see what really is going on. I would highly recommend this.

We traveled with our 5 year old and overall felt like this hotel did a really wonderful job making sure we were all comfortable and taken care of. The service at breakfast in the mornings wasn't consistently spectacular; perhaps, coming from Tambo del Inka, is why the breakfast spread and service fell flat (their's is far superior). The bar was wonderful and the Pisco class was fantastic. On our final night we brought down a deck of cards and ordered drinks and some food. It was the perfect, relaxed experience!

This hotel and the grounds are incredible and the staff were wonderful! Brunch was an absolute highlight; the staff, food, and just how wonderfully luxurious but comfortable everything felt. We ate at Hawa once; however, unanimously agree that it would've been nice to have another option that was perhaps less stuffy and upscale. After a long day of traveling and hiking, Hawa felt like an extra task to get ready for in the evening, especially with a little one. We found several incredible restaurants in walking distance that fit that bill though!

Well organized - safety conscious good weather helped thoughtful people

Very pleasant - far better than Blue lagoon good conversations

Awesome tour / great guide well worth it

We were led by enchanting French farm girl. Riding operation was well staffed and organizrd. But the area we rode through was not particularly interesting

Another fantastic recommendation from Clemens and the team! We absolutely loved this hotel and would happily stay here again. It was incredibly family-friendly, and our kids had a blast. The pool was a huge hit, and the arcade machine in the room was such a fun and unexpected touch. The bunk beds were another favorite—they made the stay extra special for our kids. The rooms were spacious and worked perfectly for our family of four. The views were absolutely stunning, and Wengen itself is such a charming town. The staff was welcoming, friendly, and made us feel right at home throughout our stay. The only minor drawback was that there isn't air conditioning, so it was a bit warm during our summer visit. Fortunately, the hotel provided fans, which helped make it somewhat comfortable. Overall, this was a wonderful stay, and we'd love to come back in the winter to experience Wengen in a completely different season!

This is a modern apartment-style stay where everything—from check-in to guest services—is handled online, so there isn't a traditional front desk. I was a little hesitant about that at first, but it ended up being an awesome experience. The location is fantastic—right in the heart of everything—and the restaurant/bar downstairs was a huge bonus. We enjoyed several great breakfasts and excellent coffee there, and it quickly became one of the highlights of our trip. The property has a fun, hip, and modern vibe with lots of character, which made it feel unique compared to a standard hotel. The only downside was that the A/C struggled a bit during the extreme heat we experienced, but it wasn't enough to take away from an otherwise excellent stay. A special shoutout to Clemens and the team—they absolutely knocked it out of the park with this recommendation!

Great hotel. Large, clean, modern rooms. Great location near the river and close to the train station. Excellent breakfast buffet. Would highly recommend.

This was a fantastic tour and a great way to experience Zurich beyond the modern city center. It introduced us to the historic parts of the city and helped us appreciate Zurich's rich history in a way we definitely would have missed on our own. Without this tour, I think our impression of Zurich would have been that it was just another modern city. Instead, we came away with a much deeper understanding of the city's character, its history, and even Swiss culture as a whole. One of the best parts of the experience was having a knowledgeable local guide. It was wonderful to be able to ask questions about what it's really like to live in Zurich and Switzerland. Those personal insights made the tour feel authentic and memorable.

This was an amazing travel day, and everything was perfectly arranged by Clemens and the team. The train ride was smooth, scenic, and one of the highlights of our trip. The luggage transfer service was absolutely worth it. It was so nice to relax on the train without having to worry about hauling our suitcases from place to place. We traveled with just two small backpacks, and our luggage was waiting for us when we arrived at our destination. It made the entire journey so much more enjoyable. A big thank you to Clemens for recommending this service! The boat ride on Lake Brienz was absolutely beautiful and the perfect complement to the train journey. Between the stunning scenery and the stress-free travel, this route exceeded our expectations. We would highly recommend this itinerary to anyone planning a trip to Switzerland!

great roof top bar, great location.

I loved this hotel!! Great food at the restaurant for dinner / breakfast. So beautiful and so clean.

An absolute dream stay. The stars, the spa, the restaurant. Everything was amazing.

This hotel was terrible! Mold in the bathrooms, broken glass in common areas. small rooms. loud location.

This was quite the doozy! Stunning views, but the "easy" hike was actually very difficult!

This was cute, but going to two different communities seemed very similar. I also felt a little weird about the pressure to buy things from the community. Still a great experience.

I loved Gabriel and his tour! Seeing the moon temple was incredible. Exceeded expectations

Didn't realize this would be a mile hike, but it was great! Julio was so informative.

Service, charm, food, drink, all amazing. Boys thought we walked into Hogwarts. Not much more I can say about that!

Great location. Didn't have the same charm as the other hotels.

Just the charm. Lobby was a great place to relax and have a drink. Staff was really friendly.

Historical elegance, great service and food and location. Concierge was great at understanding what we were looking for and guiding us to more authentic dining experiences!

Can't skip. Even with kids. This was their favorite activity of the trip

Just fantastic food.

Unfortunately missed this as the it closed at 4 PM

The guide made this enjoyable. Learned so much

A museum that kids will actually love and want to go back to!

Guide was amazing. Experience was a good work out while enjoying the amazing scenery! Oh, the apple cider, amazing!

Sucha beautiful city. Maria was an amazing tour guide. Weather was rough but she made it fun!

Fun and exhilerating! The guides know what they're doing.

Everything. The transport there, the excitement of the ziplining, and then the serenity of the bike ride.

Beautiful spots to visit. Guide also was amazing

Just a beautiful city and to learn the histoty was amazing. I wish I remembered our guides name. She was exceptional.