Kimkim Trip Reviews

Our trip to England, Scotland, and Wales could not have been better! The itinerary, lodging, and activities that Tetiana planned were perfect for us as a group including a mom and dad, 2 children 7 and 12, and a grandmother.
We enjoyed all the tours Tetiana booked for us, but especially the private tours in Oxford with Samuel, in Cardiff with Dylan, in Edinburgh with Zander, and the world of sheepdogs demonstration outside Edinburgh with Julie Hill.
The group tour in Liverpool about Beatles history was also outstanding.
Our lodgings were all wonderful,, but I think our overall favorite was the Bear and Ragged Staff near Oxford.
Tetiana was also available for us the entire time we were there. She helped with navigating the tube lines in London to get to Starlight Express and to reschedule a lake cruise in Windermere when a flat tire forced us to miss the originally scheduled one. Thanks, Tetiana!!
Marsha Ramey

Katie did a fantastic job of organizing and coordinating our trip -if we could give more than a 5 star rating, we would! In the past we have planned trips on our own -Australia (trips to Tasmania and to the main island), New Zealand, Canada, Switzerland, Austria, Italy, and England, but we could never have managed as complex of an literary as this in a non-English speaking country without Katie's expertise, guidance, and attention to detail. She listened, she heard us, and planned accordingly and created a custom experience we will never forget.

Every new place we visited seemed to be our favorite, but we think Geiranger will be the place we remember most fondly for its amazing beauty, raging waterfalls, fine dining, and views of the fjord.

If we ever return, we would choose Katie again. She has our lasting gratitude for a wonderful trip and for taking such good care of us!

All the tour guides were excellent and the family enjoyed the tours and other activities related to this visit. One tour guide we would like to highlight was Marta, the tour guide for the Alhambra. She took the time to answer all the questions my two little grandchildren had. It was a four hour class for them. The transportation services were excellent, always on time, and very courteous driver. Special kudos to the driver that took us to Malpica de Tajo. This was a four hours excursion in this little town we thought was the birthplace for our family name. There was nothing to do there except to look at a castle. We asked the driver to see if it was possible to go to Toledo. He called the company and accommodated us to this excursion that was not planned. The hotel locations and facilities were superb. We enjoyed all three cities visited, but Malaga was our favorite. We might return again.

He or provided excellent services throughout the planning process. We are extremely happy with him. He is a keeper for our next big family vacation.

We had a wonderful vacation! Our daughter commented several times that this was her favorite trip. All of the accommodations that were reserved for us were great and in ideal locations where we were able to easily walk to everything we wanted to see and do. All of our transportation connections between our different stops were seamless and the instructions and maps provided made it easy to make those connections. Katie’s communication and assistance along the way was awesome and very helpful. We would definitely recommend Katie to others as a travel specialist to use when planning trips. Thank you for everything!

The trip was enjoyable. The guides were ok,

It was an amazing trip! So well coordinated, times were lined up so well, fit so much in and saw so many amazing places. All of the tour guides were great, friendly, knowledgeable and just good to talk to.

Activity Review

One Day on the Amalfi Coast with driver (Amalfi, Positano, Ravello)

Italy

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Every guide we had was very informative and super friendly and felt like we became friends

Transport

Every transport was on time

This was our third trip organized through Kimkim, and once again, it was absolutely flawless. This time, we traveled from the French Riviera to Milan, and everything—from start to finish—was perfectly arranged.

A special thank you to our wonderful agent, Arianna, who once again delivered an exceptional experience. She selected the best hotel accommodations, secured our train tickets, and arranged private cars for all airport transfers. Every detail was taken care of with care and professionalism.

Having a 24-hour contact number for emergencies provided peace of mind, though we never had to use it—everything went so smoothly. Everyone we interacted with was friendly, helpful, and a pleasure to work with.

We’re so grateful to Kimkim and Arianna for consistently delivering such high-quality, stress-free travel experiences. We can’t wait to plan our next adventure with you!

Activity Reviews

Unforgettable Adventure: Cruise the Lake Como on a Full Day Tour from Milan

Italy

We had a fantastic experience on our Lake Como tour, and want to thank our guide Emilio,for making the day so special. We spent almost the whole day exploring—traveling by train and boat—and it was truly unforgettable. The scenery was absolutely stunning, and our guide enriched the experience with fascinating stories and historical insights about the towns, villas, and landmarks along the way. Every stop felt meaningful, and the pace of the tour was just right. It was a perfect combination of breathtaking views, cultural discovery, and relaxing travel. A truly memorable day—thank you for sharing your knowledge and making it such a great experience!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Grand Riviera Journey: Eze, Monaco, Antibes & Cannes Excursion

Nice

We had a wonderful experience with our tour guide and driver, Fred, during our stay in Nice and the French Riviera. Fred was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and professional throughout the entire tour. He shared so much insight into the region’s history, culture, and hidden gems, which made our visit even more special. His communication skills were excellent—he was clear, engaging, and always made sure we were comfortable and informed. Fred was also an excellent driver, navigating the scenic roads with ease and making us feel safe and relaxed the entire time. Thank you, Fred, for making our time in the South of France so enjoyable and memorable!

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Turin Food Tour Gourmet

Italy

A highlight of our stay in Turin was a fantastic food tour with Anna. She was knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate about the region’s food, culture, and history. Thanks to her, we discovered fascinating facts about pasta, gelato, wine, and local traditions, along with visiting some of Turin’s most historic and charming spots. It was a truly enriching experience.

Quality of Experience

Food

Everything

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Nadine did a fabulous job finding the right mix of activities for our family of four. Canoeing, castles, and canals - she had all the information at hand and was very quick to respond and adjust. Home Run!

Hotel Review

Eric Vökel Boutique Apartments - Amsterdam Suites

Amsterdam

Extremely convenient location, good amenities and friendly staff. Rooms somewhat compact.

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Activity Review

Amsterdam - Explore wetlands by canoe (5hr)

The Netherlands

Great trip! Majel was a dream guide, and our kids enjoyed every minute.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

This was our first experience with Kim Kim and we were delighted with the results. The process of working with them to envision our dream trip was fun and engaging and Krista and Fenne were excellent to work and very responsive. We had a wonderful experience and they picked a great mix of activities. We loved the areas we visited and the hotels they picked were fabulous, especially the Kviknis in Balestrand and the view at Wanger Apts was incredible. We especially liked the hotels, the kayaking, the fjord and glacier tours and the sauna experience. ETours private tour to Stegastein Viewpoint and Stave Church was awesome. Aurland was a great place to stay also and so nice to get away from the often crowded hustle and bustle of Flam. Highly recommend the Aegis Brewery. in Flam for dinner The day trip to Rosendal was amazing (check out the Stone Park) and I would have liked to spend a night or at least more time there. Beautiful. When we had a cancelled fjord tour due to the breakdown of the electric boat and 450 people suddenly were in Flam trying to change plans! KimKim staff handled the crisis and were super responsive for us via WhatsAp to solve our problems. Overall, it was a nicely designed itinerary with a good mix of things but not too hectic or overbooked. We will consider using Kim Kim again!

While not knowing the cost of individual aspects of the trip is a "calming notion", it would be preferable to have a more detailed cost breakdown provided so we could chose between some activities. For example, the boat ride and gourmet meal to the Cornelious seafood restaurant was very over hyped and the food was not that great but I have a feeling it was very expensive.

Hotel Reviews

Det Hanseatiske Hotel

Bergen

Very nice hotel with amazing staff, incredible breakfast and a great location. Can be a bit noisy at night.

Authenticity & Character

Wish the rooms were a bit more historic in nature.

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Cleanliness & Comfort

Kviknes Hotel

Balestrand

This is an absolutely beautiful old historic grant hotel. Views and staff are amazing. Decent comfortable rooms but nothing fancy. If you miss the buffet dinner you are really missing something.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Needed a fan for the room. West facing was kind of stuffy

Wangen Apartments by Fjord Resort

Aurland

Very nice accomodations and the view from the apt was impossible to beat. They really need better signage though for the new part. We spent over 30 min trying to figure out where we were going when we arrived and we helped direct numerous others during our stay who were very confused and wandering about after reception had closed..

Authenticity & Character

Location

Quiet beautiful town with convenient restaurant, coffee shop, grocery, etc.

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Fjærlandsfjord Cruise & Bøyabreen Glacier Visit

Balestrand

This was an incredible trip on a small boat. It was a little bit crowded on the boat but still highly comfortable. The trip was very well run and we had just the right amount of time to spend. The Glacier trip and museum were awesome.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Summer Kayaking Excursion

Norway

Very nice paddle with a delightful guide.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Tour to Borgund Stave Church & Stegastein Viewpoint

Norway

ETours were great and we had a great fun local guide from Aurland. These are not to be missed activities. The drive over the summit above tree line was an unexpected treat.

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Private Floating Sauna Experience

Norway

Beautiful sauna and with a dip in the fjord, it was a once in a lifetime experience. Highly recommend Aurland for this. The view is spectacular!

Quality of Experience

Round Trip Fjord Cruise & Bus Transfer via Gudvangen

Norway

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

The Electric boat is incredible way to see the fjord.

Fjord Cruise & Seafood Dining Experience

Bergen

I thought this was over hyped and the food was not that great. Each of the 5 courses seemed to be more focused on artful presentation rather than taste. It also was a very long dining experience over 3+ hours to finish when it would have been nicer to relax with a drink and enjoy some of the location.

Quality of Experience

Food and efficiency

Food

Lacking in taste and quantity and highly overpriced.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Mr. Quyet Dang was our guide and was a wealth of knowledge about the culture and history of Vietnam. He and our driver took us to many fun and interesting events and places. We left feeling like we had seen some special places and had genuine experiences that we would not have been able to find without him, and they also set it up so it was very convenient and pretty frictionless. They arranged beautiful lodgings, were very informative about what to expect, were quick and easy to communicate with, and then got us everywhere we needed to go, including transport to and from the airport.
This trip was amazing, gave us lifelong memories, and I highly recommend the team and Mr. Dang in particular!

Hotel Reviews

Paradise Elegance Cruise

This really is a fine hotel on the water, and was a unique experience from spending time on the ship itself to all the activities they arrange on the cruise.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Unbelievable beauty of Ha Long bay is experienced from a private cabin

Staff

The crew were exceptional and provided everything you would want, as well as making everyone feel comfortable and safe

Cleanliness & Comfort

The rooms were spotless clean and surprisingly large for a ship’s cabin.

Emeralda Tam Coc Resort

Beautiful resort immediately next to the lake. Very beautiful grounds, high quality food, and excellent staff

Authenticity & Character

Beautifully appointed rooms

Location

Natural surroundings very beautiful, with caves, river, and plenty to do in area

Staff

Everyone went out of their way to welcome us and make sure we had what we needed

Cleanliness & Comfort

Every area was spotless clean, with plenty of room to spread out

Peridot Grand Luxury Boutique Hotel

Hanoi

Amazing service and beautiful hotel in busy downtown Hanoi! The staff go out of their way to provide excellent service and they were all gracious and warm. The amenities were as you would expect for a luxury hotel, including a buffet breakfast that doesn’t leave anything out.

Authenticity & Character

Location, with beautiful rooftop bar

Location

Central to many things in the Old Quarter. It is very busy and there is lots of foot, motorbike, and car traffic.

Staff

Unbelievable service

Cleanliness & Comfort

Spotless clean room, bedding, restaurant

Activity Reviews

Ninh Binh - Cuc Phuong National Park - Ninh Binh

Ninh Binh

Beautiful hike in the jungle. If you enjoy hiking, don’t miss this!

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Hanoi Cooking Class - Afternoon free

Hanoi

Authentic experience in a Hanoi suburb where we went to the market, learned about how food is prepared and then got to do some of it ourselves. Lots of fun!

Quality of Experience

Food

Some of the most delicious food we tasted in Vietnam

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Hanoi City Tour & Half-day Sightseeing by Legendary Russian Jeep GAZ69 Or USA Army Jeep (VBTJ1)

Hanoi

Open air tour through Hanoi with a really fun and knowledgeable guide!

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Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Our trip to Egypt included time in Cairo, Luxor, and Hurghada. All of which offered a different and memorable aspect of Egypt. Everyone from Aya, who coordinated and arranged our to trip, to all of our guides were very kind, helpful, and welcoming. Its hard to pick one thing we liked the most. In Cairo, you have to visit the pyramids, try as much food as you can, and take a little ride on a camel. In Luxor, the historic sites and the hot air balloon ride at sunrise were wonderful. And in Hurghada, snorkeling in the Red Sea was amazing. I'd highly recommend visiting Egypt and working with this team on any plans when doing so.

Activity Reviews

Luxor West Bank

Luxor

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Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

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Trip Hot Air Balloon Ride in Luxor, Egypt

Luxor

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

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Luxor East bank.

Luxor

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Our Guide was very knowledgeable and did a great job fielding all of my questions.

Transport

Trip to Pyramids, Memphis, and Sakkara with riding a camel

Egypt

Quality of Experience

Food

When stopping for lunch, would be nice to know you have to pay for your drinks.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Snorkeling at Mahmya Island from Hurghada

Egypt

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

We had a phenomenal trip to the Lofoton Islands! I don't usually work with travel agents to plan trips, but I am so glad that I found KimKim and Alex and Nick. Alex had traveled there extensively and he listened carefully to the kind of trip we wanted and made perfect suggestions. He figured out quickly that we would prefer rorbuers to traditional hotels and they were perfect. Our 16 year old grandson brought his fishing rod and would fish until midnight after returning from our day's activities. We even spotted a pod of orcas on our midnight sun kayak tour. Our transportation worked like clockwork and when our flight was delayed the travel agent was in touch to let us know. If you had a question, KimKim would get back to you immediately. I would not hesitate to use them again. Their personalization and responsiveness were truly outstanding. You work with a real person who knows the location well and not an AI bot. Thank you KimKim, Alex and Nick for a fabulous trip.

Hotel Reviews

Clarion Hotel Bergen Airport Terminal

Bergen

Perfect place to stay if you have an early morning flight! Restaurant was great and it couldn't have been easier to walk to the airport.

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Sakrisøy Rorbuer

Reine

This was charming. I loved being in Sakrisoy, but only minutes from Reine which is a more touristy town. Anita's was right across the street and we ate there twice. Don't miss the cod burger! We loved the quietness of Sakisroy yet we were less than 10 minutes from Reine where we met our guide for our midnight kayak adventure. It's a perfect location to explore the southern part of the Lofotons, do the Reinebringen Hike, hire a fishing guide in A or do other hikes in the area. If you have forgotten any outdoor gear, there is a good shop in Reine.

Authenticity & Character

You felt like you were truly in a fisherman's cabin. Loved the ambiance and decor.

Location

Cleanliness & Comfort

Beds were super comfortable!

Grand Hotel Terminus

Bergen

Loved the location and the architectural details from the early part of the 20th century. It was an easy walk to the fish market, funicular and you were right across the street from the train station. There was a wonderful restaurant in the hotel, but you were within walking distance to many fabulous places to eat.

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Activity Reviews

Trollfjord Cruise by Electric Boat

Svolvær

Not only will you travel down a beautiful fjord with waterfalls, but you will see sea eagles up close and personal. You glide along silently as you enjoy the mountains and wildlife.

Midnight Sun Kayaking Excursion

Reine

Monica was a terrific guide and the change in light on the mountains was magical! We were lucky in that we spotted a pod of orcas which Monica said was unusual. This is a trip for beginners to experienced kayakers.

Fjord Cruise to Rosendal

Bergen

It was wonderful to be on the water, but this is not one of the narrow fjord cruises. We loved getting to Rosendal and hiking to the waterfall. We had a wonderful lunch at Gjoa and caught the boat back to Bergen.

Fløibanen Funicular Ticket

Bergen

This is a must do especially on a clear day! We did not explore the hiking trails, but you could spend hours up here. We particularly loved the cashmere goats who keep the area trimmed up. This would be a great place to sit, have a drink and gaze at the Bergen harbor and the mountain. Get one of the adirondack chairs and enjoy the view.

Quality of Experience

My recent trip to Victoria Falls and the Western Cape was a great success, and one of my best vacations. This was mainly due to the excellent itinerary and arrangements suggested and finalized by the folks at Kimkim. They also selected all the lodgings, which were unique, perfect locations, and fun.

Starting in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe I toured the incredible Falls. I visited a local Matabele village, Mpisi, where I leaned how people live and work. They were so friendly and inviting, it deepened my knowledge of the place and was one of the highlights of my visit to Vic Falls. I also went on a sunset cruise of the Zambezi River. Outstandingly beautiful, and the boat, the Zambezi Vista, was superbly outfitted and the crew informative and fun.

In Cape Town I enjoyed a private tour with guide Zaki Harris of the Bo-Kaap neighborhood. Having grown up there, his insights and knowledge enriched my time there. Of course I visited Table Mountain, with its beautiful views.

Another highlight for me was my private tour of the Cape Peninsula. Rochelle, my guide and driver, was first-rate and made the whole experience rewarding. Her enthusiasm, knowledge and joy of showing me South Africia’s Western Cape was infectious, and the best part of my entire trip. The scenery was stunning, and one of the most beautiful places I’ve seen.

We ventured to wine country, where Rochelle took me to a winey outside of Stellenbosch, where I sampled superb wines. With each wine, the staff provided with informative explanations of the grapes used and wine making process.

Another stop was Babylonstoren Farm. I toured the large establishment where various food and other products are produced. It was fun to wonder over the grounds and buildings, and taste the local specialities.

The day ended at Franschhoek, where I stayed in another marvelous property. Utilizing the easy to use Wine Tram I visited two stellar wineries and enjoyed some lovely wines and learned why South Africa produces exceptional wines.

My next and final stop was Hermanus on the coast, where I boarded a boat in the hope of seeing whales. To my delight we saw many in the Bay. It was very exciting to have the whales break the surface right by the boat.

Staying near Hermanus at a fantastic place overlooking the Klein River Lagoon. A local guide, Vitalis, took me on a nature walk and a water bird sightseeing trip by boat. Both informative and entertaining.

All the transfers went smoothly, with amicable and professional. The lodgings were excellent, as were the meals. Thanks to the great endeavors of Anna-marie and Deb and all their team members this first class trip was memorable.

Please, please take this as constructive criticize, as we had a great time. The two issues we had were communication and flight timing. Whats Apps is a great tool and you are dealing with remote locations. Best you make sure traveler have international plans on their phones. Doing this with WiFi only will catch up at some point. The flight timing in any airport is a challenge I would suggest no flights later that 2 pm in the future.

Activity Reviews

Self guided tour to Machu Picchu: Circuit 1 (High season)

Peru

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Transport

Machu Picchu Tour (Private Guided Tour) PM/M

Aguas Calientes/ Machu Picchu

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Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Explore Ollantaytambo & Shared Pachamanca Lunch Farm Tour

Sacred Valley

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Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Shared tour to Pisac & Ollantaytambo tour

Peru

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Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

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Shared Cooking Classes Ivanna Lescano (18:00 - 19:30)

Cusco

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Lenka was an amazing tour guide and resource; do enjoyed her guidance during our stay!

In an era of self booking trips,if you have the time and bandwidth to research where to go, travel agencies are not extinct and provide a custom experience to those who seek it. My family and I absolutely loved our trip and accomodations. We love to road trip and chose to drive to various places. Our booked tours were exactly what we wanted and still had ample time to explore on our own. Highly recommend booking through kimkim, my agent was attentive and available to answer questions or concerns. Will look into more vacation options with this company.

Hotel Reviews

Martinhal Lisbon Oriente

Lisbon

Wonderful hotel and chain. Highly recommend if you have a family.

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Staff

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Vila Galé Lagos

Lagos

Great hotel for families with a few exceptions. This is catered to a more resort feel, with that in mind, hotels need to deter guests from staking claim to lounge chairs by the pool all day. The fact is people just leave there towels and disappear for hours or most of the day but block others from using them. Huge turn off if you want to actually use a chair for an hour or two.

Authenticity & Character

Not my kind of style as it feels commercial and lacks some charm.

Location

Away from the touristy side of town

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Vila Gale Evora

Evora

The hotel is nice and near old town. The two comments: We had 2 kids ( one considered an adult) on a pull out couch that was very hard and uncomfortable to sleep. The other was the air conditioner that smelled horrible when turned on.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Air conditioner smelled when turned on and the pull out couch was uncomfortable to sleep on

Martinhal Lisbon Chiado

Lisbon

Wonderful hotel for families to stay in the old part of Lisbon. Everything is within walking distance if you like to walk.

Authenticity & Character

Comfortable and stylish

Location

Location was great to see the old town

Staff

Cleanliness & Comfort

Activity Reviews

Cave Boat Tour

Portugal

Was a bit hesitant to do this because of preventing experiences. This was a small group and our guides where personable and with great sense of humor. Well worth seeing the coast feom this vantage point.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Winery Visit with Wine Tasting

Portugal

Tour guide was knowledgeable and personable.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff

Street Art Tour in Lisbon

Lisbon

Had the most wonderful tour guide ans experience. Great way to learn about the city.

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Jook was so helpful all along the way. Everyone was! I would not do a trip any other way moving forward. I was reminded of my pickup times and activities and someone was available for me 24/7. I would recommend kimkim to everyone!

The team at KimKim and Serendipity Adventures were so helpful from start to finish. Holden provided an itinerary that suited our needs perfectly; a mixture of adventure and relaxation. I was traveling with a friend. Getting our rental car was such an easy process. He booked the Heliconias Nature Inn near La Fortuna and Bosque Del Mar Hotel in Playa Hermosa and we couldn't be more happy with these choices. He also booked two tours during our 5-day stay, Canyoning and Sailing/snorkeling. Although both were fantastic, the Canyoning was my favourite!

Wilman maintained contact with us through WhatsApp before, during and after our trip which was extremely helpful. He responded very quickly to all of our inquiries and even helped reserve a last minute tour and provided several recommendations for dining.

Holden, Wilman, and the team at KimKim and Serendipity Adventures helped make our trip run smoothly and we are so grateful for their guidance and support!

Hotel Reviews

Hotel Bosque del Mar

Playa Hermosa

What a beautiful hotel! It was beachfront but also surrounded by forest with lots of native trees and plants. We saw howler monkeys on two occasions. We stayed in room 201 and we couldn't be happier with it. There were two queen beds with a separate living area that looked out to the forest with floor to ceiling windows. We also booked a sailing/snorkeling tour that picked us up from the beach which was very convenient.

Authenticity & Character

It was just beautiful and clean.

Location

Close to souvenir shops and a mini market. It was also a 10 minutes drive to the town of Coco which has lots of places to shop and places to eat.

Staff

Everyone was friendly and approachable.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Beds were super comfortable and the room was immaculate.

Heliconias Nature Inn

Peñas Blancas

Such a beautiful resort-like setting. We stayed at the Tucan Suite which was nestled in the forest. Alejandro and the staff were so friendly and made sure our stay was memorable. Although we didn't have time to do the night tour on the site, it seemed like it would've been a great experience.

Authenticity & Character

The rooms and grounds were just beautiful.

Location

We loved the location since it was nestled in the forest. However, we didn't mind driving. If you're not driving, it's about 27 minutes from La Fortuna.

Staff

We interacted mostly with Alejandro, Diego, and Carlos but everyone was friendly.

Cleanliness & Comfort

The beds were very comfortable and the room was clean. We would recommend better lighting and more towel hooks. There were only two. We would also recommend providing an umbrella for the guests, especially during the rainy season.

Activity Reviews

Morning Sailing and Snorkeling Adventure

Costa Rica

It was a beautiful sail to our snorkel site. We even saw sea turtles on the way! We had so much snorkel time and saw some beautiful fish. It was amazing! Loved the atmosphere of the boat, familiar tunes but with a spanish flair, the bottomless drinks, and finger food snacks were perfect.

Quality of Experience

The sailing part of the tour was incredibly comfortable and beautiful. The care we were given on board, and the marine life seen were amazing.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

All staff were amazing!

Transport

We were picked up at the beach of our hotel which was a bonus!

Canyoning in Arenal

Arenal/La Fortuna

Everything about this tour was amazing. If you like adventure but still a beginner like me, this would be a great tour. Also, the lunch at the end was delicious and much needed. We all got a bit hungry after the tour lol

Quality of Experience

Food

Guides, Drivers and Staff

All the staff were amazing!!!

Transport

We had a wonderful trip and Vicky (your local specialist)in Noosa, planned it all to perfection. She was beyond helpful and we were more than delighted with all of her help before and during our trip. Our transport was all really good our accommodation excellent and the planned trips we took in each place we stayed were brilliant and this trip will live long in our memories. It exceeded all of our expectations.

Hotel Reviews

Quest Melbourne Airport

Melbourne Airport

Has all you need during the week but not if you don't have a car when staying weekends. This hotel is located out of the immediate airport area on an industrial site. There are no shops or venues to eat anywhere nearby and their shuttle bus is almost unavailable on a weekend. They do offer ready meals and vending machines but this could be improved by a more accessible shuttle service at weekends.

Authenticity & Character

Clean and comfortable

Location

Increased availability of a shuttle bus to amenities on a weekend.

Staff

The desk staff were very helpful but were restricted by the lack of close amenities or ability to offer transport.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Washing machine and dryer availability. However a little tired but clean and comfy bed.

The Sebel Quay West Suites

The Rocks

Wonderful apartment with all facilities in the heart of the rocks area of Sydney. Had all kitchen facilities and a washing machine and dryer which was brilliant. Daily light service which was great.

Authenticity & Character

Modern and sleek. Fantastic views

Location

In the heart of the old town area with many facilities a few steps away.

Staff

Helpful front desk and great cleaning team

Cleanliness & Comfort

Very comfortable stay here. Bed and furniture very comfortable.

Metro Advance Apartments & Hotel, Darwin

Darwin

Had good facilities and was very central. Perhaps a little tired but all clean and functional. Had a washing machine and dryer and all you needed in the galley kitchen.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Very central and close to shops.

Staff

Helpful desk staff and very helpful cleaning staff.

Cleanliness & Comfort

Very clean and comfortable.pethaps furniture in lounge would benefit from an upgrade but functional.

Mantra Esplanade

Cairns

In a wonderful location with all the amenities close by. Excellent facilities in the apartment. Very comfortable stay here. Staff were very helpful. Chose not to have daily service as this was an extra cost and we don't mind making the bed. We got replenished tea etc and clean towels via reception staff. Again had a washing machine and dryer which was brilliant.

Authenticity & Character

Modern clean lines.

Location

Very close to everything.

Staff

They could not have done more for us. We only had to ask

Cleanliness & Comfort

If you want serviced rooms this is an extra daily cost but allows you to choose. Might not suit everyone

Desert Gardens Hotel

Yulara

A very large room with all tea and coffee making facilities and all the basics. It was a no frills approach but was clean and functional. Very expensive for what it was and the restaurant and local eateries were also overpriced.

Authenticity & Character

Location

Proximity to Uluru great but few amenities.

Staff

Very helpful

Cleanliness & Comfort

Needs a little refresh especially for the price.

Quest St Kilda Road

Melbourne

This was ideal for us as it had all the facilities we needed for weeks stay and was very comfortable. The bed was very comfortable and it was brilliant to have a washing machine and dryer. They supplied everything like washing up liquid and laundry liquid. The living room couch was a little tired but overall the flat was great.

Authenticity & Character

All of the facilities and the staff at the front desk were very helpful.

Location

This is in a fantastic location with trams to take you into the CBD or to the local area.

Staff

Couldn't do enough to make your stay the best

Cleanliness & Comfort

Bed was very comfortable and bedlinen lovely and soft. Daily cleaning and replenishing of amenities was great.

Activity Reviews

Blue Mountains All-Inclusive Small Group Day Tour

Sydney

The best trip of all! Anderson's run this amazing tour and pack lots into the day. It was wonderful? Jay our driver tour guide was excellent and knowledgeable. The scenery was stunning. The rides exciting and featherdale wildlife park stupendous.

Quality of Experience

All just brilliant. Loved it.

Food

Excellent lunch in a local pub.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Jay was our driver guide and was very knowledgeable re all aspects of the tour.

Transport

Small mini bus. Good for numbers but a little cramped for legroom etc

Sydney Opera House Tour

Sydney

Wonderful trip. Although we had walked around the outside many times it was fantastic to see the interior and hear the history of the architecture and what happens in the building.

Quality of Experience

Brilliant guide. Well executed

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

The Rocks Signature Walking Tour

Sydney

Although we have been to this area before it was great to hear the stories of the history and how it came to be what it is today.

Quality of Experience

Great guide who was steeped in the history and full of stories of the past too very entertaining

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Excellent.

Litchfield National Park

Darwin

Wonderful trip in beautiful scenery. Libby our driver and guide from AAT Kings was awesome. She made the day very memorable to say nothing of the stunning scenery. The waterfalls and pools were stunning and brilliant for a dip.

Quality of Experience

The whole day was wonderful. Loved it.

Food

Excellent lunch out on the sticks but just great. Food was good and the venue was quirky

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Libby deserves a special mention she was excellent and knowledgeable as well as very funny and entertaining

Transport

Again Libby was our driver. Awesome 👍

Charles Darwin Cruise

Darwin

Great sunset seen on this cruise. Overall pleasant experience but food felt rushed and a bit like a buffet at a scout camp!

Quality of Experience

The sunset and the views

Food

More time for self service buffet and more time to eat it. Too many people so it was rushed

Guides, Drivers and Staff

All very good

Transport

Excellent craft

Premium Daintree & Cape Tribulation Day Tour

Australia

A wonderful day exploring the natural wonders of the area. The driver was our guide and she was excellent and knowledgeable about all aspects of what we saw. It was an emotional experience.

Quality of Experience

It was all just brilliant even if it was a long day.

Food

Interesting lunch in the rainforest. Very rustic but unique.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport

Moore Reef and Fitzroy Island Full Day Tour

Cairns

Great trip although be prepared for sea swell and some bumpy ride out to the reef. Staff were great and very helpful. There were options to see the reef without swimming or snorkeling. Unfortunately the submersible want working so this option not available. Loved Fitzroy island too.

Quality of Experience

Great staff and just brilliant to see a small bit of the barriers rerr

Food

All of it.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

All were helpful and took care of safety.

Transport

Afternoon & Evening Tour of Paronella Park (departing Cairns)

Australia

This was a wonderful trip and our guide Terry (tropic tours) was passionate about the people and places we visited. It was a beautiful day if you enjoy nature and history.

Quality of Experience

We saw a Cassowary in the wild which was outstanding. We loved paronella park itself and the history and restoration story too.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

The guide was our driver and he was brilliant. Very knowledgeable and accommodating

Transport

It was a small minus which meant small numbers. Made it a better experience

Cairns Lagoon

Cairns

Beautiful area and so Accessible to everyone.

Quality of Experience

This area is kept beautifully by local teams which adds to the experience of Cairns

Uluru Sunrise (Ayers Rock) and Kata Tjuta Half Day Trip

Uluru

Loved this. Our guide was brilliant and knowledgeable. It was an emotional experience.

Quality of Experience

It was well planned and expertly executed by ATT Kings.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

All we're amazing and deserved praise for great service

Transport

Seamless and a great experience

Uluru Sacred Sites, Sunset, BBQ and Star Talk

Uluru

I would highly recommend this trip. It was awesome and the best BBQ I've ever tasted too. The A TT Kings team were wonderful and it all went like clockwork. It was an amazing experience.

Quality of Experience

Just brilliant. The whole team were fantastic

Food

Best BBQ ever in my life.

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Congratulations to all on a fantastic experience

Transport

The driver was a character and very funny.

An amazing 10 day road trip up the stunning Norwegian scenic coastal route - Trondheim to Bodo. Tom chose some fabulous, out-of-the-way places for us to go which were would never have found on our own! Each stop was different and unique in its own way. Vega was a real highlight - both the natural beauty, the activities to do and the amazing accomodation (and fabulous dinner suggested by Tom!) The whole process of planning and booking the trip was super easy, and our guide, Tom, continued to check in with us along the route, making the whole experience feel personal and well-curated. Thankyou so much Tom and the Kim Kim team for a fabulous adventure. :)

Hotel Review

Vega Havhotell

Vega

Gorgeous hotel! Very peaceful and private, in a good location, with good facilities like kayaks etc. The 5 course dinner was a spectacular bonus which we didnt expect in such a remote beautiful place. Would highly recommend.

Authenticity & Character

Loved the grass on the roof.

Location

Quiet and peaceful

Staff

Very helpful

Cleanliness & Comfort

Spacious room overlooking the pond with our own deck chairs.

Activity Review

Træna Sauna

Træna

Great to be able to have an authentic sauna in this gorgeous location. Helps having a great pub right next door too! 😁

Quality of Experience

Guides, Drivers and Staff

Transport