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We had an incredible trip to Northern Tanzani...
Tanzania | Dec 13 - Dec 25, 2023

Joseph
Joseph R.
City of Milford (balance), CT | Reviewed on Dec 31, 2023
We had an incredible trip to Northern Tanzania that exceeded all of our expectations - thank you Nadia! Our trip started with a 3-day hike to summit Mount Meru, led by Ungi Tours. The guide and porters were wonderful, offering not only good companionship but also were very knowledgeable about the environment through which we were hiking and instruction on how to successfully summit despite the altitude and other challenges. After Meru, we had 5 days of safari through Tarangire and Serengeti... Read more

We had an incredible trip to Northern Tanzania that exceeded all of our expectations - thank you Nadia! Our trip started with a 3-day hike to summit Mount Meru, led by Ungi Tours. The guide and porters were wonderful, offering not only good companionship but also were very knowledgeable about the environment through which we were hiking and instruction on how to successfully summit despite the altitude and other challenges. After Meru, we had 5 days of safari through Tarangire and Serengeti National Parks, Lake Manyara and Ngorongoro Crater, led by Classic Journeys Africa safari tours. Our guide was excellent and patient, spending countless hours riding around the parks, watching the wildlife, and answering our questions. And the accommodations for these days were each spectacular in their own way - Maramboi Tented Lodge, Nyikani Migration Camp, and Ngorongoro Farm House - allowing us to sleep right inside of (or very near) the actual parks, with wildlife walking through the camps! Finally, we ended with 3 days in Zanzibar, which included a half-day of snorkeling and a full day of walking the streets of Stone Town and learning the history of the East African slave trade. Again, our driver and the guides were fantastic! And all throughout, whenever we needed assistance (unexpected flight changes, etc.), the local specialist we used through kimkim was incredibly helpful. Thank you!

Hotel Reviews
Saddle Hut

A great place to stay on our hike up Mount Meru!

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Miriakamba Hut

A great place to stay on our hike up Mount Meru!

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Zanzibar Beach Resort

This hotel grew on us as we spent more time there because the staff were so friendly, but the accommodations were in disrepair. You could appreciate the "specatularness" of the resort when it first opened (20-30 years ago), but during our stay, the wifi didn't work for 3 of the 4 days, the food was very average (and sometimes not good), and several of the lights and electrical outlets in our room did not work. And the place had more of a feel of a 'conference center' than a resort. That said, the rooms were spacious and the staff friendly. We were originally torn between staying in the center of Stone Town or at a beach resort on the eastern coast and settled on this place as a compromise, and it worked for those reasons, but at the very least it would have been far more pleasing if the food had been better.

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Ngorongoro Farm House

An amazing farm and garden - the entire place was spectacular, although we didn't love the pre-dinner 'music' from members of a local Maasai tribe, which felt forced. That aside, the food and service were excellent and the location was beautiful. Loved the experience.

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Nyikani Migration Camp

Amazing experience to be sleeping within Ngorongoro Conservation Area, right next to the Serengeti. Food and service were excellent and the location was beautiful. Loved the experience.

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Maramboi Tented Lodge
Minjingu

Amazing experience to be sleeping within Lake Manyara. Food and service were excellent and the location was beautiful. Loved the experience.

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Gold Crest Hotel

A perfectly reasonable hotel that met our needs to have a home base when in Arusha! All of the staff were incredibly helpful and friendly and the morning breakfast was excellent.

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Activity Reviews
Sunset Dhow Cruise
Sunset Dhow Cruise
Zanzibar

An incredibly beautiful experience. We were surprised to be joined by two musicians who played traditional music while we sailed. Was such a nice respite, with gorgeous views, at the end of a busy day.

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Snorkeling in Mnemba Atoll
Snorkeling in Mnemba Atoll
Zanzibar

Spectacular! The fish and coral were extraordinary - unlike anything we've ever seen before. And our guides provided an incredible picnic of fruit to keep us refreshed and hydrated as we swam.

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Lake National Manyara
Lake National Manyara
Tarangire National Park

An amazing experience led by Classic Journeys Africa safari tours.

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Arusha
Arusha
Arusha

We had a few unstructured hours in Arusha on different days at various times during our trip. We enjoyed walking around the market and especially appreciated our visit to the Arusha Cultural Heritage Centre. We had a great dinner at Spices and Herbs Ethiopian Restaurant and a terrific lunch at Chowpatty for Indian food!

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Stone Town, Spice Farm and Prison Island
Stone Town, Spice Farm and Prison Island
Zanzibar

Overall, an amazing experience and a full day. The Spice Farm was fascinating - our family loved learning about how so many spices we use day to day are grown. And we had a fantastic tour guide for the walking tour of Stone Town and Prison Island. Obviously, learning about the East African slave trade was quite sobering and we were surprised by the giant tortoise on Prison Island. But all in all, a very important and meaningful part of any trip to Zanzibar.

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Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park
Serengeti National Park

An amazing experience led by Classic Journeys Africa safari tours.

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Mount Meru
Mount Meru
Mount Meru

An amazing experience led by Ungi tours. Incredibly challenging physically, especially the summit on day 3 followed by a full descent in one day. But the experience of reaching the summit and watching the sunrise over Kilimanjaro was spectacular.

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Local specialist: Nadia Albertus
Nadia
Nadia Albertus
Local specialist in Cape Town | Replied on Jan 08, 2024

Hi Joseph

Thank you so much for your amazing review and feedback. We truly appreciate your feedback, your opinion matters to us, and it will help us make improvements based on your valuable insights. I must say that working with you to plan your vacation has been an absolute pleasure! I hope to welcome you and your family back to Southern Africa in the future

Kind regards
Nadia

Kimkim first timer to Colombia
Colombia | Nov 24 - Dec 2, 2023

Bincy
Bincy P.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Dec 31, 2023
Everything from planning to the actual trip was easy and was amazingly well planned by the kimkim team. It was my first time using a travel agent and that too found from a Google search. They certainly were very professional and always very accommodating. looking to book with them for my next trip and possibly many more to come! Read more

Everything from planning to the actual trip was easy and was amazingly well planned by the kimkim team. It was my first time using a travel agent and that too found from a Google search. They certainly were very professional and always very accommodating. looking to book with them for my next trip and possibly many more to come!

Hotel Reviews
La Campana Hotel Boutique
Medellín
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Terrazas de Salento
Terrazas de Salento, Colombia
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Finca Hotel del Cafe
Santa Rosa de Cabal
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Peaceful and serene
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Hotel Casa Tere
Cartagena
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Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Jan 02, 2024

Dear Bincy,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that your experience was smooth and well-executed. We're thrilled to have made your first-time experience with KimKim a positive one. We look forward to helping plan your next trip and many more adventures to come!
Best regards,
The Chaska Tours Team

Angel is 5 star and Chile is fabulous!
Chile | Dec 22 - Dec 30, 2023

MELISSA
MELISSA F.
Jollyville, TX | Reviewed on Dec 31, 2023
We are so appreciative of the work Angel put into planning our trip to Chile. Our family had a fabulous vacation and it was so easy to book the trip. I simply told Angel the things our family likes to do and he curated hotels and excursions that fit us perfectly. On the day that my husband missed the tour to the Concha y Toro winery because of illness, Angel showed up at our hotel with a bottle of wine for him! We were also very impressed with the guides and drivers we had for our... Read more

We are so appreciative of the work Angel put into planning our trip to Chile. Our family had a fabulous vacation and it was so easy to book the trip. I simply told Angel the things our family likes to do and he curated hotels and excursions that fit us perfectly. On the day that my husband missed the tour to the Concha y Toro winery because of illness, Angel showed up at our hotel with a bottle of wine for him! We were also very impressed with the guides and drivers we had for our excursions. Everyone was friendly, knowledgeable and professional. The highlights of our trip were hiking to the Mirador Base at Torres del Paine(very challenging but amazing), touring the Torres del Paine National Park with Boris and Jose, and the produce market and cooking class in Valparaiso with Andy and Alejandra. Thank you again, Angel, for an excellent vacation!

Hotel Review
Hotel Boutique 17
Valparaíso

We very much enjoyed our accommodations at Hotel Boutique 17. It is in a lovely neighborhood that is a UNESCO site because of the architecture.and street art. The staff was very friendly and the gentleman at the front desk were helpful in making recommendations for restaurants and shops. The hotel restaurant has a lovely patio looking out to the ocean with beautiful vines and flowers. We had drinks and appetizers there both nights which were very nice. Breakfast menu is included and while limited, was tasty. Our rooms were contemporary and comfortable. The only thing that may be challenging for some is there is no elevator and there are many stairs to navigate.

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Local specialist: Angel Gutierrez
Angel
Angel Gutierrez
Local specialist in Santiago | Replied on Dec 31, 2023

Hi Melissa!
Thank you very much for your kind words :)
We always do our best to offer the best possible experience for our Passengers/Friends.
All my team is happy to read this too
Safe Travels back home.
I'm sure we will meet again for another great adventure.
Galapagos? Easter Island? Who knows :D

Best,
Angel.

Surprising Vietnam in all the best ways!
Vietnam | Oct 25 - Nov 15, 2023

Linda
Linda O.
Davis, CA | Reviewed on Dec 31, 2023
Our 18-day trip was titled "Vietnam: History, Art, and Nature". History is essential to understanding Vietnam -- all our guides were well-versed and shared in a meaningful way. The American War was won by North Vietnam, of course, and the people are proud of defeating a powerful imperial country; this contributes to the pride they feel in how the country has been rebuilt, both North and South. Our understanding was greatly enriched by this. And then the Art part of our trip was also evident... Read more

Our 18-day trip was titled "Vietnam: History, Art, and Nature". History is essential to understanding Vietnam -- all our guides were well-versed and shared in a meaningful way. The American War was won by North Vietnam, of course, and the people are proud of defeating a powerful imperial country; this contributes to the pride they feel in how the country has been rebuilt, both North and South. Our understanding was greatly enriched by this. And then the Art part of our trip was also evident everywhere, from formal art museums to the design of lovely tourist items for sale: weavings from the ethnic tribes of the Sapa region and grass place mats from the Mekong Delta. We were introduced to incredibly beautiful Nature in the mountainous region of Sapa as well as in HaLong Bay. Driving between these sites were also spectacular.
Our trip arranger -- Ha, a resident of Hanoi -- listened carefully to what we wanted to experience on our trip. She was easy to communicate with and creative in solving some of the conflicting priorities.
Truly, memories of this trip will last our lifetimes!

Hotel Review
La Siesta Premium Hang Be Hotel
Hanoi

The staff was extremely helpful, friendly, accomodating. The breakfast buffet was spectacular. Loved all the different options! Our room was very comfortable. We stayed in 2 different rooms (with a trip to Sapa in the middle) and each was excellent. VERY comfy beds and high-quality linens. We also appreciated/enjoyed the rooftop bar.

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The design and colors were so relaxing... somewhat "old Vietnam" in spirit but all modern facilities.
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In the Old Quarter so convenient location. Quiet rooms.
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The woman who was head of staff was genuinely caring and that spirit extended to all staff. So helpful!
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We stayed in about 6 excellent hotels during our 20-day trip. Of those urban hotels, this was the best.
Local specialist: Ha Dinh
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Ha Dinh
Local specialist in Hanoi | Replied on Jan 02, 2024
Dear Linda and Grady, Happy New Year to you <3 Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful feedback about your "Vietnam: History, Art, and Nature" trip. We are thrilled to hear that the historical aspects were well presented by our knowledgeable guides, providing you with a meaningful understanding of Vietnam's rich history, particularly the impact of the American War and the subsequent pride in the country's remarkable reconstruction. Besides, it's fantastic to know that the artistic... Read more

Dear Linda and Grady,

Happy New Year to you <3

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful feedback about your "Vietnam: History, Art, and Nature" trip. We are thrilled to hear that the historical aspects were well presented by our knowledgeable guides, providing you with a meaningful understanding of Vietnam's rich history, particularly the impact of the American War and the subsequent pride in the country's remarkable reconstruction.

Besides, it's fantastic to know that the artistic elements, from formal museums to the intricate designs of local items, added another layer of cultural richness to your journey.

Thank you so much for your compliment on me and our team. We appreciate your kind words, and we're honored to have been a part of creating lasting memories for you. If there's anything more we can do for you or if you have future travel plans, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Warm regards,
Ha Dinh from Realistic Asia

Family vacation in Vietnam
Vietnam | Dec 19 - Dec 28, 2023

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Melvin A.
Ashland, MA | Reviewed on Dec 30, 2023
We had an excellent trip thanks to Minh, Vu Thuy, our local guides Charlie, Ben , Quyen and Cong (on the boat) .
We had a great trip and was able experience the beautiful culture, history, food , visit with local families. The guides were very knowledgeable , friendly and easy to get along with. This made our trip very memorable and one which we will remember.
Thank you!
Melvin
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We had an excellent trip thanks to Minh, Vu Thuy, our local guides Charlie, Ben , Quyen and Cong (on the boat) .
We had a great trip and was able experience the beautiful culture, history, food , visit with local families. The guides were very knowledgeable , friendly and easy to get along with. This made our trip very memorable and one which we will remember.

Thank you!
Melvin

Hotel Reviews
Eldora Hue
Hue
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Renea Cruises Halong
Hon Gai, Ha Long
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Cong and the team were amazing. They were fun and kept us entertained. Bartender made amazing cocktails.
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Odys Boutique Hotel
Ho Chi Minh City
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Thanks to Alice for helping us out with the local calls and research.
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Hanoi Boutique Hotel
Hanoi

Nice quaint hotel , clean, great food and an excellent staff. The location is perfect and within walking distance to all the nearby attractions.

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Thanks to Lucy and team for all the help .
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Local specialist: Minh Nguyen
Minh
Minh Nguyen
Local specialist in Vietnam | Replied on Dec 31, 2023

Hi Melvin,

Thank you very much for your feedback! We are all thrilled that you had a wonderful time in Vietnam. Your comments are a great source of motivation for me and my team to strive for improvement every day, and they serve as a "green light" for travelers from around the world to visit Vietnam. Wishing you all the best!

Minh.

Eastern Turkey Trip
Turkey | Nov 20 - Nov 30, 2023

Joseph
Joseph S.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Dec 30, 2023
The time of year I chose to visit definitely made the trip more interesting - from rain to sun to snow, nothing was predictable which made every day fresh and new, not to mention the spectacular destinations. Of all the places I saw, I think Mardin was my favorite - I'd never been there, there seemed to be less tourists (might have been the time of year), the views from the old city were incredible, finally got some sunshine, and the side-trip to the amazing Dara was incredible. Yakup was an... Read more

The time of year I chose to visit definitely made the trip more interesting - from rain to sun to snow, nothing was predictable which made every day fresh and new, not to mention the spectacular destinations. Of all the places I saw, I think Mardin was my favorite - I'd never been there, there seemed to be less tourists (might have been the time of year), the views from the old city were incredible, finally got some sunshine, and the side-trip to the amazing Dara was incredible. Yakup was an excellent driver/guide and added so very much to my knowledge and learning at every destination we visited.

Local specialist: Zehra Alper

Knowledgeable and complete trip planning
Peru | Dec 17 - Dec 22, 2023

Ravnit
Ravnit L.
Anchorage, AK | Reviewed on Dec 30, 2023
Phima Voyages made our trip to Peru so easy because they planned for and took care of every detail. Martina who is very knowledgeable about the area asked all the right questions, and really listened to our responses. We had a truly amazing time. Not only because Peru is amazing, but because Martina, Alex, Wilfredo, and the various drivers, made it easy for us to to focus on how amazing Peru is. Wilfredo is a wonderful guide- very knowledgeable, kind, and intuitive. He gave us the right... Read more

Phima Voyages made our trip to Peru so easy because they planned for and took care of every detail. Martina who is very knowledgeable about the area asked all the right questions, and really listened to our responses. We had a truly amazing time. Not only because Peru is amazing, but because Martina, Alex, Wilfredo, and the various drivers, made it easy for us to to focus on how amazing Peru is. Wilfredo is a wonderful guide- very knowledgeable, kind, and intuitive. He gave us the right amount of detail as he gauged our interest based on our questions. Thank you to Phima Voyages!

Hotel Review
Hotel Rumi Punku
Cusco

Nice clean rooms. Good breakfast, and we appreciated the filtered water to fill our water bottles- to avoid the plastic water bottles.

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Very near the central areas, but enough away to be quiet.
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Very kind and helpful.
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Local specialist: Martina Capel
Martina
Martina Capel
Local specialist in France | Replied on Dec 30, 2023

Dear Ravnit,

Thank you so much for having taken the time to review your trip. It was a pleasure for me planning your trip to the region of Cusco and I'm very glad that you enjoyed the visits with Wilfredo.

I am sure that you also had a great time with your family in Lima afterwards !
Happy New Year to you and your family!
Warm regards,
Martina

Absolutely amazing experience!
Costa Rica | Dec 16 - Dec 29, 2023

Elona
Elona L.
Canada | Reviewed on Dec 30, 2023
Absolutely amazing experience with planned by Olman for us- and he did it all last minute during the busiest time of the year for travel to Costa Rica. From the very first day we were so taken care of, and everything ran so smoothly. The only thing that went wrong on our trip was a flight delay and we were worried that because our incoming flight had changed that we may not have anyone to pick us up from the airport. Not even a hiccup on that end, and the entire trip was so enjoyable and well... Read more

Absolutely amazing experience with planned by Olman for us- and he did it all last minute during the busiest time of the year for travel to Costa Rica. From the very first day we were so taken care of, and everything ran so smoothly. The only thing that went wrong on our trip was a flight delay and we were worried that because our incoming flight had changed that we may not have anyone to pick us up from the airport. Not even a hiccup on that end, and the entire trip was so enjoyable and well thought out. We will absolutely use KimKim again in the future.

Olman planned out a very thoughtful itinerary for us, which mixed in nature, adventure and relaxation all while we drove ourselves through the stunning country of Costa Rica. We loved every single activity planned- whether it was our eco lodge in Tortuguero, or zip lining in Monteverde, this trip was one of a lifetime.

Hotel Reviews
Mawamba Lodge
Tortuguero

From the moment we met our guide, Eric, we knew this was going to be a special experience. We sadly only got to spend 24 hours here, and one of my biggest regrets of our entire trip was not getting to spend more time here. The lodge is secluded and nestled in a gorgeous little area, close to the village. The activities offered were some of our favourites of our entire trip, and our morning “rockstar” canoe excursion was SO WORTH the 5:30am start time. The food was wonderful, the property was great and the staff were amazing.

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Studio Hotel
San José

We barely got to stay at this hotel, as our flight was severely delayed and we checked in at 3 am and checked out at 6am. The staff were absolutely lovely and the room was clean and quiet. I wish we’d had more time here!

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Local specialist: Olman Romero
Olman
Olman Romero
Local specialist in San Jose, Costa Rica | Replied on Jan 02, 2024

Hola Elona,

Thanks a lot for your review.
I am so happy to know you had an amazing experience exploring Costa Rica.

The combination of adventure, nature, and relaxation was perfect!

Let's hope this was not your last time visiting the tropics.

Thanks again and Pura Vida!
Olman

Chili in a nutshell.
Chile | Dec 17 - Dec 28, 2023

Donna
Donna R.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Dec 30, 2023
Nara was very attentive and friendly on all of our communication during our trip.
Our guides Andreas for our Patagonia national park day and Chloe on our Osorno volcano were great. Our wine guides were good too. It would have been helpful to have a guide on how much to tip the drivers and guides as we probably did not tip well enough for our wine tours.
Overall everything was great!!!
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Nara was very attentive and friendly on all of our communication during our trip.
Our guides Andreas for our Patagonia national park day and Chloe on our Osorno volcano were great. Our wine guides were good too. It would have been helpful to have a guide on how much to tip the drivers and guides as we probably did not tip well enough for our wine tours.
Overall everything was great!!!

Hotel Reviews
Solace Puerto Varas
Puerto Varas
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Hotel Alma Sur
Punta Arenas
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Weskar Lodge
Puerto Natales
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Close enough to town to walk or taxi. The view was worth it.
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Hotel Lago Grey
Torres del Paine

Our favorite of the trip. Although it lacked a tv, extra waste basket. The breakfast spread was amazing and the views and location outstanding.

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Activity Reviews
Day Trip to a Patagonian Estancia
Day Trip to a Patagonian Estancia
Chile

The weather prevented us from going to the ranch but we did get sometime on the boat and they found a less rough fjord to enjoy.

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Felt super safe with The boat captain and our guide was so knowledgeable.
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Grey Glacier Boat Tour
Grey Glacier Boat Tour
Chile

A must to do!

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Casablanca Valley Wine Tour
Casablanca Valley Wine Tour
Chile
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Trekking to Osorno Volcano & Paso Desolación
Trekking to Osorno Volcano & Paso Desolación
Puerto Varas

Loved the views. Challenging after our base hike of the towers.

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Torres del Paine Full Day Private Tour
Torres del Paine Full Day Private Tour
Chile

Andreas and our driver were both excellent. We got to see all that we wanted to.

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Food
Lunch spot was great as well as our lunch box.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Although we had issues with the car keys on 12/24 which made us late for my birthday dinner, we loved the driver.
Visit the Isla Magdalena Penguin Colony
Visit the Isla Magdalena Penguin Colony
Punta Arenas

The owners and the crew were amazing and can see that they love what they do.

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Very experienced owners!
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The lunch they provided was a great touch.
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Colchagua Valley Wine Tour (Viu Manent & Montes)
Colchagua Valley Wine Tour (Viu Manent & Montes)
Chile
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Local specialist: Erin Wiley
Erin
Erin Wiley
Local specialist in Puerto Natales & Pucon, Chile | Replied on Jan 09, 2024

Wow Donna, what great photos, thank you for sharing! I really enjoyed looking at all of them, what a great overview of Chile. We are all so happy that you and Greg enjoyed your trip with us. I can say that everyone on my team from myself and Nara to the guides really appreciated you both. Thank you for everything and wishing you two the best :)

Lacey did an amazing job, the experiences wer...
Thailand | Nov 24 - Dec 5, 2023

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Deep B.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Dec 30, 2023

Lacey did an amazing job, the experiences were truly once in a life time, details were planned out and everything went off very well, there was even some added flexibility.

Local specialist: Lacey Ngo
Lacey
Lacey Ngo
Local specialist in Hanoi | Replied on Dec 31, 2023

Dear Deep,
Thank you very much for your brilliant feedback,
It was our pleasure to accompany you this time, and I hope to have a chance to welcome you to Vietnam in the next trip.
From Exotic Voyages team with thanks!

Argentina trip Pros&Cons
Argentina | Nov 8 - Nov 16, 2023

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Pauline S.
France | Reviewed on Dec 30, 2023
Augustina was great in helping us plan the trip around Argentina, with a great selection of sights and with flexibility. This was our 1st trip to South America and it really helped us plan, and make the most out of our time there. However, once we were there, the communication wasn´t great on important details (pick up times, duration, activities) and we were the ones having to get in touch to get the missing information, which was disappointing for a premium service and stressful at... Read more

Augustina was great in helping us plan the trip around Argentina, with a great selection of sights and with flexibility. This was our 1st trip to South America and it really helped us plan, and make the most out of our time there. However, once we were there, the communication wasn´t great on important details (pick up times, duration, activities) and we were the ones having to get in touch to get the missing information, which was disappointing for a premium service and stressful at times.
The pros:
- pre trip planning with Augustina, her guidance, patience, reactivity, recommendations and tips
- some fantastic guides (special thanks to Diego in the Calchaqui valley, and Jimena in El Calafate) and amazing visits
- amazing day with residents in a local community in Cafayate
The cons:
- Lack of communication on pick-ups times, in advance!
- Some unplanned activities (3 wine tastings, which were nice but not planned and I did mention my partner can´t drink... Then going back for lunch to a city we had already visited, again not in our programme)
- Duration of tours: much longer than planned, which was ok most of the times but on the day we had to catch a connecting night bus (which they knew about, and we kept checking with the guide timings were going to be ok) they dropped us off just 5 min before the bus departure, after a mad rush in a car after being transferred out of the tour bus. Stressful, dangerous, and luckily we had enough food and water for a the 10hrs trip or it would have been very painful! Not the kind of situation you´d expect from a planned tour, and it made the whole day very stressful. And no one actually checked we got our bus ok and contacted us to apologize for the mix up.

Hotel Review
Homestay (Corralito or Divisadero)
San Carlos

Amazing experience with Rosa and Silvestre! From empanada making to wine tour and tasting, a wonderful day, beautiful landscape and a very welcoming family.

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Free day in Salta
Free day in Salta
Salta
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Local community in the Calchaquíes Valleys (homestay)
Local community in the Calchaquíes Valleys (homestay)
Argentina

Fantastic day! I would recommend it for sure

Quality of Experience
Very interesting activities, super welcoming and generous hosts, beautiful landscape.
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Our host had to call the agency to know when we were being picked up the day after, as none of us had been told...
Navigation to the glaciers
Navigation to the glaciers
El Calafate

Amazing glacier! Shame it can only be accessed in huge boats, as there was a large group that was extremely noisy the whole day, and it really felt a bit more little cattle herding than quiet contemplation or enjoyment.

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Transport
Not sure why we had to walk 5 mins from our accommodation to be picked up in front of a random hotel, while it was only us being picked up... Since it was snowing, waiting inside for these 20 mins would have been nicer.
Quebrada de las Conchas from Cafayate to Salta
Quebrada de las Conchas from Cafayate to Salta
Argentina

The sight seeing was amazing, but the unplanned activities and lack of control of timings kind of made the day stressful for us.

Quality of Experience
We got picked up at 8am from Divisadero to go back to the hotel, to then only start a tour at 11am, with unplanned wine tastings, then return to Cafayate for lunch (which we didn´t know, so we had made sure to go visit Cafayate the 1st evening there, thinking we won´t get the chance again...even though we could have chilled a bit at the lovely hotel pool instead for example). The tour took so much longer than planned (even if nothing unexpected happened...so I´m not sure why timings were so off) so we were stressing about catching our bus, which ended up in a mad rush.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Control of timings
Transport
I preferred smaller vans to big buses, felt more convivial and you could see outside better
Pioneros Experience: Estancia Visit & Perito Moreno Glacier
Pioneros Experience: Estancia Visit & Perito Moreno Glacier
El Calafate

A small group and a fantastic guide made this day extra special. Jimena was very enthusiastic, and really knowledgable about the area, the fauna and flora, it´s history etc. She really made sure we were all enjoying it. Thanks for the gentleman on the boat (apologies I forgot his name) who also went above and beyond in the cold to make sure we all got to see the glacier and took photos. Lunch in the estancia was also excellent and a beautiful setting.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
From Cachi to Cafayate through the route 40
From Cachi to Cafayate through the route 40
Argentina
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
4 people+ driver in one 4X4 car for about 5hrs on a dust road is LONG! 3 people at the back was very tight, especially with someone you don´t know. And whoever is in the middle seat can´t enjoy much of the landscape.
Transfer from Salta city to Cachi
Transfer from Salta city to Cachi
Argentina

A beautiful day, going through amazing landscape. Diego was a great guide, attentive, knowledgeable, enthusiastic!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Mid size van was nice, convivial but spacious
Local specialist: Agustina Gross
Agustina
Agustina Gross
Local specialist in Buenos Aires | Replied on Jan 02, 2024
Dear Pauline and Joao, Thank you so much for sharing your testimonial! I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed your first trip to South America :) We sincerely apologize for the changes made by our local operator in Salta, especially the alterations to the itinerary in Cafayate, including the wine tastings that were offered without prior notice, preventing us from accommodating one of you who doesn't consume alcohol. We have already requested the operators to provide schedules from the... Read more

Dear Pauline and Joao,

Thank you so much for sharing your testimonial! I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed your first trip to South America :)

We sincerely apologize for the changes made by our local operator in Salta, especially the alterations to the itinerary in Cafayate, including the wine tastings that were offered without prior notice, preventing us from accommodating one of you who doesn't consume alcohol. We have already requested the operators to provide schedules from the beginning of the tour, but due to the rainy season, they occasionally adjust the timings to fit the best moments for the circuit.

Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we appreciate you taking the time to let us know. We are committed to using your comments to enhance our services.

We are thrilled that you enjoyed the interaction with the community, as it is one of the most crucial aspects for us. Thank you for choosing Community Rural Tourism for your journey!

Best wishes and a joyful 2024!

Warm regards,

Agustina

Really great trip! Phil recommended to us th...
Costa Rica | Dec 20 - Dec 29, 2023

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Cheryl W.
City of Sammamish, WA | Reviewed on Dec 30, 2023
Really great trip! Phil recommended to us the pacuare river rafting, and it was AMAZING! A couple of communication situations in the trip but they were handled quickly and well. I liked the tour groups that Kimkim uses/phil recommended, they were fantastic! Overall a great experience! Read more

Really great trip! Phil recommended to us the pacuare river rafting, and it was AMAZING! A couple of communication situations in the trip but they were handled quickly and well. I liked the tour groups that Kimkim uses/phil recommended, they were fantastic! Overall a great experience!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Aranjuez
San José

So while a cute, quaint hotel… there were ants and mosquitos and other bugs in the two rooms we had. The front door glass was shattered, making us question the safety of the hotel. Has good potential.

Authenticity & Character
Cute and quaint
Location
San Jose in general is very sketchy, homeless everywhere, but not the hotels fault
Staff
Great friendly staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
In both rooms we had, there was mold in the shower and a spiders nest in the upper corner of one. Windows in bathrooms did not have screens and let in multitudes of mosquitoes, ants, and the occasional other flying insect. Rooms and especially bathrooms seemed like they had not been cleaned recently or prior to our arrival (hence, the spiders nest and mold). Could definitely be improved, but at least the hotel itself felt safe and sheltered from the rest of San Jose.
Hotel Balmoral
San José

In a very bad part of San Jose, not safe to walk in or at least we did not feel comfortable doing so. No hot water in our two rooms, but staff was nice and restaurant was great!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hot water, no mildew smell in room
Activity Review
Whitewater Rafting on the Pacuare River
Whitewater Rafting on the Pacuare River
Costa Rica

Fantastic exhilarating white water raft trip! Very good and safe guides, highly recommend!

Quality of Experience
The guides and the safety precautions taken. Top notch!
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Phil Tardieu
Phil
Phil Tardieu
Local specialist in Costa Rica | Replied on Jan 19, 2024
Hi Sheryl, Thank you for your review and I am glad you enjoyed the trip we organized. I'm sure it truly was an incredible experience, and I'm delighted that adding the tours enhanced your itinerary. I sincerely apologize for the disappointment you experienced with the hotels in San José. I understand that Costa Rica may not be as budget-friendly as commonly perceived, mostly when reducing the budget for accommodations in that area. It's regrettable that the hotels did not meet your... Read more

Hi Sheryl,

Thank you for your review and I am glad you enjoyed the trip we organized. I'm sure it truly was an incredible experience, and I'm delighted that adding the tours enhanced your itinerary.

I sincerely apologize for the disappointment you experienced with the hotels in San José. I understand that Costa Rica may not be as budget-friendly as commonly perceived, mostly when reducing the budget for accommodations in that area. It's regrettable that the hotels did not meet your expectations and fell short of what you had envisioned. Nevertheless, we're really happy that you had a good trip, and I'm sure you'll always keep Costa Rica in your hearts.

Phil

Duncan did an amazing job planning my family'...
Iceland | Dec 18 - Dec 27, 2023

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finley B.
Richardson, TX | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2023
Duncan did an amazing job planning my family's trip to Iceland. He always responded promptly and was patient with me as we figured out a plan that would work best for our 9 day trip. It was a Christmas trip to remember! Read more

Duncan did an amazing job planning my family's trip to Iceland. He always responded promptly and was patient with me as we figured out a plan that would work best for our 9 day trip. It was a Christmas trip to remember!

Hotel Reviews
Hótel Húsafell
Húsafell, Borgarbyggð

Such a beautiful spot in West Iceland, with little around to take away from the beauty.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hótel Egilsen
Stykkishólmur

Absolutely loved the character of this place. So intimate and fun with its unique flair.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sand Hotel by Keahotels
Reykjavík

What a great location in Reykjavík! We could walk to everything we wanted to see and everyone was so kind.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Gullfoss
Tungufell

Great location near the geyser and waterfall. We loved the staff and this location.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hótel Klaustur
Kirkjubæjarklaustur

The staff was amazing and made sure that our stay, over Christmas Eve, was very enjoyable. The food was so good!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hótel Keflavík by Keflavík Airport
Keflavík

Wonderful spot to stay since we arrived late and needed to hit the road early.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Crystal Blue Ice Cave
Crystal Blue Ice Cave
Iceland

This was by far my family's favorite tour. I would do this over and over again. It was an unreal experience to walk on and in the largest glacier in Europe.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Langjokull Glacier Snowmobiling
Langjokull Glacier Snowmobiling
Iceland

The snowmobiling was a thrilling experience. It was the coldest day of our trip so definitely recommend packing plenty of layers. The staff was great and the view from on top of the glacier cannot be matched.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Vidgelmir cave guided tour
Vidgelmir cave guided tour
Iceland

This cave tour was such a fun experience. Our guide was knowledgable and entertaining. He led a wonderful tour!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Duncan Campbell
Duncan
Duncan Campbell
Local specialist in Italy | Replied on Dec 30, 2023

What a great review, Finley, thank you so much. It was a real pleasure working with you, and I'm so glad your trip was a success.

Patagonia and Atacama Dessert are Amazing
Chile | Jan 13 - Jan 27, 2022

Lily
Lily N.
Eugene, OR | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2023
Absolutely wonderful trip! Lorena crushed it with planning and got us the most awesome guides and beautiful places to stay! She was so helpful with the entire processes and really took my ideas for a trip and turned it in to an incredible experience! Highly recommend using her to help plan your trip through all of Chile!!! Read more

Absolutely wonderful trip! Lorena crushed it with planning and got us the most awesome guides and beautiful places to stay! She was so helpful with the entire processes and really took my ideas for a trip and turned it in to an incredible experience! Highly recommend using her to help plan your trip through all of Chile!!!

Hotel Review
NOI Indigo Patagonia
Puerto Natales

BEAUTIFUL!

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful views and great food included!
Location
On the water!
Staff
Very nice!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beds were so comfy
Local specialist: Lorena Huidobro
Lorena
Lorena Huidobro
Local specialist in Houston, TX & Santiago, Chile | Replied on Dec 29, 2023

Lily!!! Thanks so much for sharing these incredible photos of your trip and for your very kind words! It makes me so happy to know you keep good memories of Chile and it was such a fabulous adventure. The weather was definitely on your side. Sending you my best wishes for a fantastic New Year 2024!
Cheers,
Lorena

Phenomenal experience
Ecuador | Dec 29 - Jan 5, 2022

Lily
Lily N.
Eugene, OR | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2023

Absolutely unreal experience. Daniel was the best planner I used by far for Kimkim. He was so nice, attentive and thorough. I told him what kind of experience I was looking for and he nailed it. He did such a great job of checking in throughout the trip and was always available every step of the way. Highly recommend using him to help plan your trip!!!

Local specialist: Daniel Larrea

Easy & smooth trip
Peru | Dec 15 - Dec 22, 2023

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Anna Y.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2023
We loved how easy and smooth the whole planning process was. When we arrived everything was organized and we enjoyed the variety of activities throughout Peru. It was well balanced with activities but all free time to relax. We will use kimkim in the future. Read more

We loved how easy and smooth the whole planning process was. When we arrived everything was organized and we enjoyed the variety of activities throughout Peru. It was well balanced with activities but all free time to relax. We will use kimkim in the future.

Hotel Reviews
Antigua Casona San Blas
Cusco
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Inkaterra Reserva Amazonica
Puerto Maldonado
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Antigua Miraflores
Lima
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Johanna Fabian
Johanna
Johanna Fabian
Local specialist in between Lima and the US | Replied on Dec 30, 2023

Hi Anna,
I’m so glad to hear you had a great trip to Peru and it was everything you wanted. We hope to welcome you again in the future.

Best,
Johanna

7 days Galapagos and Tour of Quito
Galapagos Islands | Dec 18 - Dec 26, 2023

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Yen Ling T.
North Bethesda, MD | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2023
We booked a 7 days trip to Galapagos and a tour of Quito, Ecuador.
This is the first time we are engaging Kim Kim as a travel platform/agency.
Lucia was our travel agent and I must say that she is excellent at her job.
She was fast and efficient with her proposals and any amendments which I like to have.
And she offered very sound advice on which are the best places to go.
One of these was a trip to Bartolome. Its a really pretty island.
I compared across 3 different tour... Read more

We booked a 7 days trip to Galapagos and a tour of Quito, Ecuador.
This is the first time we are engaging Kim Kim as a travel platform/agency.
Lucia was our travel agent and I must say that she is excellent at her job.
She was fast and efficient with her proposals and any amendments which I like to have.
And she offered very sound advice on which are the best places to go.
One of these was a trip to Bartolome. Its a really pretty island.

I compared across 3 different tour providers and found Lucia's package to be the most value for money.
Everything part of the journey was well arranged, and fantastic lunches were provided everyday we were at Galapagos.
Hotels were clean and comfortable. We enjoyed ourselves tremendously.

Great job Lucia. You are very professional in your job.

Hotel Reviews
Posada del Mar
Santa Cruz

Beds and room was comfy. Nice view. Best thing about this hotel is the security, esp with a hotel staff at the front desk all the time and a lock on the main door. We felt very safe and secure.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Amazing guy at the front desk. Always greeting us and smiling. And he also acts as the "security". We felt very comfortable leaving our luggage for one night when we went to a differet island.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Casa de Nelly
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno

Family run. Very interesting local breakfast. We love it. We had a nice room at the very top floor. Rooms are a little dated, but very clean and comfy nonetheless.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Albemarle
Puerto Villamil

Nice beach front. Very comfortable Bed and nice toilet and Towels.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Adventure: Cycling at Cerro Mesa Reserva & Snorkeling at Garrapatero Beach
Adventure: Cycling at Cerro Mesa Reserva & Snorkeling at Garrapatero Beach
Galapagos Islands

We changed our journey a little as we had enough beach and snorkeling. Went to see the Twins instead. The guide was very flexible and suited our requests.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Welcome to San Cristóbal Island! Visit the Interpretation Center, Tijeretas Hill, or La Lobería
Welcome to San Cristóbal Island! Visit the Interpretation Center, Tijeretas Hill, or La Lobería
Galapagos Islands

Make sure you go to Darwin Bay.. Nice little place

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Visit Highlands Tortoise Reserve & Charles Darwin Research Station
Visit Highlands Tortoise Reserve & Charles Darwin Research Station
Puerto Ayora

Love the big tortoise. Very good lunch at Reserve.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to the airport for your flight back home (Departure)
Transfer to the airport for your flight back home (Departure)
Ecuador
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Alejandro was very polite and always smiling. He assisted us in all ways from airport to hotel and back.
Transport
Transfer to Airport on Baltra Island - Quito
Transfer to Airport on Baltra Island - Quito
Galapagos Islands

Taxi came late. They activated the backup driver, who drove very fast from hotel to ferry terminal where we took the ferry to Baltra island. But we made it :)

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Half-Day City Tour Quito & Mitad del Mundo
Half-Day City Tour Quito & Mitad del Mundo
Quito

Quick look around. The middle of the world complex/tourist site is a must see. Different from the other cities we have seen, We learnt a lot.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Kicker Rock: A Snorkeling Adventure
Kicker Rock: A Snorkeling Adventure
Isla San Cristóbal

Really nice beach and snorkel. But the waters can be a little rough.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Experience the Pristine Beauty of Galápagos Islands: Discovering an Uninhabited Island
Experience the Pristine Beauty of Galápagos Islands: Discovering an Uninhabited Island
Puerto Ayora

Beautiful island. We had such a wonderful boat ride with very delicious food on board. But do note that EACH way (to and from) is 3+ hours.

Quality of Experience
Food
Amazing breakfast, Lunch and snacks.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Friendly crew
Transport
Excursion to Los Túneles
Excursion to Los Túneles
Galapagos Islands

Best view and Best Snorkeling trip of all in Galapagos. Calm waters. A must see. The local Guide, Darwin was amazing. He helped one of my family members overcome him fear of water and we had a great snorkeling session.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Darwin was fantastic
Transport
Local specialist: Lucia Cazar
Lucia
Lucia Cazar
Local specialist in Ecuador | Replied on Jan 02, 2024

Hi Yen,

We appreciate your review, which enables us to continue offering our top-notch trip advisory services. It was my pleasure to design this journey for you and to meet your expectations for this exciting adventure in Ecuador and The Galapagos Islands. We hope to see you again soon.

Warm hugs from the Middle of the World,
Lucia

Great trip to Guatemala and Belize with Eduardo!
Guatemala | Dec 13 - Dec 28, 2023

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Sharone B.
Canada | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2023
Eduardo was highly attentive and truly expert in planning phase, resulting in a very smooth (not to mention interesting, exciting, and highly tailored to our preferences!) experience where even the tiniest of details was thought out. In advance. Throughout the trip he responded immediately to any query or request. As a result, we had an absolutely phenomenal Guatemala-Belize trip! If you’re travelling to Guatemala it is important to note that English is not common and not all... Read more

Eduardo was highly attentive and truly expert in planning phase, resulting in a very smooth (not to mention interesting, exciting, and highly tailored to our preferences!) experience where even the tiniest of details was thought out. In advance. Throughout the trip he responded immediately to any query or request.

As a result, we had an absolutely phenomenal Guatemala-Belize trip!

If you’re travelling to Guatemala it is important to note that English is not common and not all guides speak it perfectly. As well, not all guides have extensive training in the history of the country etc. Make sure to talk to Eduardo about booking the most seasoned and best-English-speaking guides, and your trip will be superb!

Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Replied on Jan 03, 2024

Thank you for all this feedback, we have no doubt that this will help us to get more folks interested in this route which is impressive.

Thank you for taking the time to leave us your review !!
I'm highly glad you had a great time on the Program activities you and I built for this unforgettable tour. It is very helpful to know that you had a great time with our team guiding you around the country. Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family, the more people know about Guatemala the better. Hope to see you back again soon, cheers!

Wonderful experience in Morocco
Morocco | Dec 21 - Dec 29, 2023

Anupam
Anupam C.
Baltimore, MD | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2023
Thank you Abdel and Said for your warm welcome and taking care of us.I would truly recommend Samir as one of the best driver/ host for whomever would like to travel to Morocco. He is very knowledgable,we learnt a lot for him. He took care of our safety and provides tips on what to do and not to do. One of best guy we met. I would like to special mention about Ahmed who took care us to make our Sahara experience as a memorable one along with one of best guides Abdullah "Abdel" in Marrakesh... Read more

Thank you Abdel and Said for your warm welcome and taking care of us.I would truly recommend Samir as one of the best driver/ host for whomever would like to travel to Morocco. He is very knowledgable,we learnt a lot for him. He took care of our safety and provides tips on what to do and not to do. One of best guy we met. I would like to special mention about Ahmed who took care us to make our Sahara experience as a memorable one along with one of best guides Abdullah "Abdel" in Marrakesh ..he had so much knowledge of the town and had great energy to share with us insights !!

Hotel Reviews
Riad Ksar Ighnda
Ait Benhaddou

Overall a great experience but food was over in breakfast and they did not bother to refill breakfast buffet.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Tiziri Luxury Camp
Merzouga

One of the best trips and had a great time with Mustafa and Ahmed. Ahmed is all in one a great singer,chef and host.Loved the experience !!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Dar Mounir
Chefchaouen
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Mövenpick Hotel Casablanca
Casablanca
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Casablanca to Chefchaouen via Rabat
Casablanca to Chefchaouen via Rabat
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Ait Benhaddou to Marrakech via Tizi N'Tichka pass
Ait Benhaddou to Marrakech via Tizi N'Tichka pass
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
From Merzouga Desert to Aït Benhaddou
From Merzouga Desert to Aït Benhaddou
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
A Family's Guided tour of Fez
A Family's Guided tour of Fez
Fes
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Samir our driver was great..we didnt like the local guide
Transport
Chefchaoeun to Fez via Volubilis, Moulay Idriss & Meknes
Chefchaoeun to Fez via Volubilis, Moulay Idriss & Meknes
Morocco
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Family Fun in Chefchaouen: Guided Exploration of the Blue City
Family Fun in Chefchaouen: Guided Exploration of the Blue City
Chefchaouen
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Transfer from Fez to Merzouga Desert
Private Transfer from Fez to Merzouga Desert
Morocco

Abdul was one of best guide and host

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Exploring Marrakech's Wonders: A Family-Friendly Guided Tour & a Special Visit to the Tomb of Imam Al Jazuli´
Exploring Marrakech's Wonders: A Family-Friendly Guided Tour & a Special Visit to the Tomb of Imam Al Jazuli´
Marrakesh
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Walking thru lanes of Marrakesh Market
Local specialist: Abdellah El Asely
Abdellah
Abdellah El Asely
Local specialist in Marrakech | Replied on Dec 29, 2023
Hi Anupam, Thank you very much for your wonderful review and for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that Said, Samir, and Ahmed were able to make your trip to Morocco an exceptional and memorable one. Samir truly takes pride in his role as a driver and host, and it's fantastic to hear that his knowledge and attention to your safety made such a positive impact on your journey. His dedication to ensuring a great travel experience is truly commendable. Additionally, your... Read more

Hi Anupam,

Thank you very much for your wonderful review and for sharing your experience with us! We're thrilled to hear that Said, Samir, and Ahmed were able to make your trip to Morocco an exceptional and memorable one.

Samir truly takes pride in his role as a driver and host, and it's fantastic to hear that his knowledge and attention to your safety made such a positive impact on your journey. His dedication to ensuring a great travel experience is truly commendable.

Additionally, your special mention of Ahmed for ensuring your Sahara experience was unforgettable speaks volumes about the care and effort put into making your trip remarkable.

Abdel's expertise in guiding you through Marrakesh must have added immense value to your exploration. His knowledge of the town and enthusiastic energy seem to have left a lasting impression, creating insightful and memorable moments throughout your visit.

Your kind words truly motivate us to continue providing exceptional service, and we genuinely appreciate your recommendation. We're honored to have been part of your journey through Morocco, and we hope to welcome you back for more adventures in the future!

Warm regards,
Abdel

Unforgettable trip tailor-made by an attentive and knowledgeable local specialist
the Azores | Dec 20 - Dec 28, 2023

Isabela
Isabela V.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2023
We couldn’t be more pleased with our trip to the Azores, we had never been and had little knowledge of the islands so we were very grateful to have a local assist us in the planning. Tiago was attentive and scheduled the trip according to our wants and wishes, he provided an itinerary and also suggested other things we could do if we had extra time or were interested. During our time in the Azores he circled back and checked in to see if everything was going well and if we needed anything... Read more

We couldn’t be more pleased with our trip to the Azores, we had never been and had little knowledge of the islands so we were very grateful to have a local assist us in the planning. Tiago was attentive and scheduled the trip according to our wants and wishes, he provided an itinerary and also suggested other things we could do if we had extra time or were interested. During our time in the Azores he circled back and checked in to see if everything was going well and if we needed anything else. Would absolutely recommend to anyone, because I do believe that working with a local provided us with a better insight of the place and we were given name of restaurants and/ or trails and sights worth visiting.

Activity Review
Canyoning in the Azores
Canyoning in the Azores
Portugal

Absolutelly recommend the canyoning activity with Active Blueberry! We had 2 instructors with us, they were sure everyone was safe and felt secure to make the jumps, they accommodated to people who didn’t want to jump or were a little hesitant. Furthermore they were knowledgeable and very professional and we were very pleased and would do this activity again because of the lush and beautiful scenery.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Tiago Filipe
Tiago
Tiago Filipe
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Dec 30, 2023

Dear Isabela and family!

You're just too sweet. I do believe that I worked to meet your expectations, but the fact that you're so nice and easy going people made everything much simpler!!

Thank you for being kind, interested and for your constant feedback!!

I only wish we had spent some time together in the Azores!!

Please send my regards to Paulina, Cristina, Rafael and Eugenia. You are a great family!!

A happy 2024 to you all!

Best,

Tiago

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