Kimkim Trip Reviews for Colombia

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Our family trip to Colombia was amazing thank...
Colombia | Dec 28 - Jan 7, 2023

Ivana
Ivana B.
Bulgaria | Reviewed on Jan 09, 2023

Our family trip to Colombia was amazing thanks to Margoth, Felipe and all team of Aracanto. Our guides - Nicole, Omar, Alba and Aura were great - knowledgeable and supportive all the time. All places that we visited - Bogota, Pereira, Salento, Cocora valley, Medellin and Cartagena were each very interesting and unforgettable. If someone is planning a trip to Colombia I can assure you that Aracanto will make your journey safe, promising and amazing ! read more

Our family trip to Colombia was amazing thanks to Margoth, Felipe and all team of Aracanto. Our guides - Nicole, Omar, Alba and Aura were great - knowledgeable and supportive all the time. All places that we visited - Bogota, Pereira, Salento, Cocora valley, Medellin and Cartagena were each very interesting and unforgettable. If someone is planning a trip to Colombia I can assure you that Aracanto will make your journey safe, promising and amazing !

Hotel Reviews
Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton
Cartagena
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Residence Inn Bogota
Bogota
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Sites
Medellin
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Movich Hotel de Pereira
Pereira
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Activity Reviews
City Tour of Bogotá with Gold Museum, Local Market and Monserrate Hill
Bogotá
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Cocora Valley,  Salento, and Coffee Farm Visit
Colombia
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New Year's Eve at The Movich Hotel
Pereira
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City Tour of Medellin and Pablo Escobar
Medellín
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Alba was amazing
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Guatape and El Peñol Tour & Airport Transfer: {{start_location}} to {{end_location}}
Colombia
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City Tour of Cartagena (Half Day)
Cartagena
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Drums and Music Workshop
Cartagena
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Chocolate Tasting and Colombian Cacao
Cartagena
Depart Colombia
Colombia
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Local specialist: Margoth Rico

It was amazing, thanks for the all team who w...
Colombia | Dec 26 - Jan 5, 2023

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Abdelaziz A.
the United Arab Emirates | Reviewed on Jan 06, 2023

It was amazing, thanks for the all team who worked with me

Local specialist: Margarita Moreno
Margarita
Margarita Moreno
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Jan 08, 2023

Thanks to you for trusting us, it was a meaningful experience for the whole team, and we are happy that now our country is one of your favorites.

Alvaro, Nata, Jhonatan, Sol, and I would be thrilled to see you again and show you other regions.

Go for more adventures, and remember that you will always be more than welcome in Colombia!

Margarita

We had such an amazing trip to Colombia. Ever...
Colombia | Dec 23 - Jan 2, 2023

Whitney
Whitney B.
Greenacres City, FL | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2023

We had such an amazing trip to Colombia. Everything was planned down to the minute, we had reliable transportation and guides and drivers the entire time. Everyone was on time for every single activity, and we had SO many things planned and the guides were so gracious about showing us around even during the holidays. Everything went so smoothly. We LOVED our guide Peter. He became a friend and made our time in Colombia completely unforgettable. 5 Stars for Kimkim and Chaska tours, thank you... read more

We had such an amazing trip to Colombia. Everything was planned down to the minute, we had reliable transportation and guides and drivers the entire time. Everyone was on time for every single activity, and we had SO many things planned and the guides were so gracious about showing us around even during the holidays. Everything went so smoothly. We LOVED our guide Peter. He became a friend and made our time in Colombia completely unforgettable. 5 Stars for Kimkim and Chaska tours, thank you both for the memories of a lifetime.

Hotel Review
Finca El Maco
San Agustin

Such an adorable, quaint place with such sweet and helpful staff. I would give it a 10/10, but the nightclub on the property was loud enough to keep me up at night, unfortunately. Otherwise the place would be perfect.

Authenticity & Character
Adorable eco lodge, beautiful grounds.
Location
Staff
Super sweet, helpful staff. Helped us out so much even though we don't speak Spanish.
Cleanliness & Comfort
The club across the way was extremely loud, and not great for someone who is a light sleeper.
Activity Reviews
Jeep Tour in San Agustín
San Agustín
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Monserrate Hill Tour
Bogotá
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Fruits of Colombia Food Tour
Bogotá
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Biking in Bogotá
Bogotá
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Tejo Game in Bogotá
Bogotá
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Day Hike in Chingaza National Park
Bogotá

Oscar was so sweet and gracious- I had to turn around early because I was pretty sure I was going to die and he so sweetly came up with so many ideas for fun other activities that were a little lower impact. He made sure we had sunscreen and snacks and were comfortable all day. What a sweet guy and he totally saved the day when I felt awful from altitude sickness.

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Visit Tatacoa Desert's Astronomical Observatory
Villavieja

We left early for this activity, it was absolutely packed. We had to wait in line about 45 minutes to look into 1 of 5 telescopes. It's nothing about the guide or anything like that, we just didn't feel like waiting in line so much after a long travel day.

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Day Trip to the Tatacoa Desert
Villavieja
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Coffee Tour on a Local Farm
San Agustín
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Visit the San Agustín Archaeological Park
San Agustín

Seriously one of the most interesting days of my life! I cannot recommend this activity enough. We learned so much and had such a beautiful nature walk.

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Horseback Archaeology Tour in San Agustín
San Agustín

This was our favorite activity of our 11 day trip. Our guide was just the sweetest, the weather was beautiful, the horses were well trained and well taken care of, and the scenery was just breathtaking. And we had stops on the way and met some absolutely lovely people and got to see some history. I can't recommend this activity enough!

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Campesino experience in San Agustín
San Agustín
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Rafting in San Agustín
San Agustín
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Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2023

Dear Whitney and Joey,

thank you so much for your kind words! We are so happy to hear that you had a great time in Colombia and enjoyed all the activities. It is always a pleasure for us to hear when the guides are able to pass on the magic of the country to our guests. It was a joy for us that you spent the holidays in Colombia. As a result, the club at El Maco was also a bit noisy, Colombians love to party during this time. I hope you could celebrate a little bit with them! Thank you for... read more

Dear Whitney and Joey,

thank you so much for your kind words! We are so happy to hear that you had a great time in Colombia and enjoyed all the activities. It is always a pleasure for us to hear when the guides are able to pass on the magic of the country to our guests. It was a joy for us that you spent the holidays in Colombia. As a result, the club at El Maco was also a bit noisy, Colombians love to party during this time. I hope you could celebrate a little bit with them! Thank you for your detailed description of the excursions and activities. I'm glad you were so impressed by the horseback riding tour and the archaeological park!

Hope to see you soon again!
Your Chaska Tours Team! :)

Why No One Told Me Colombia is So Awesome?!
Colombia | Dec 18 - Dec 28, 2022

Yifan
Yifan L.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Jan 04, 2023

Actually, Colombia was not my main destination, it was more of an add-on for my trip to Brazil. However, once I stepped into this fantastic realm, I am blown away and even extended my holiday. I love everything about Colombia, the food, the view, and the people, and I am already planning to come back. Wendy, my local specialist, is extremely helpful and quick to respond to my messages. The itinerary she arranged for me is amazing, and I had great fun every day. The local guides are also the... read more

Actually, Colombia was not my main destination, it was more of an add-on for my trip to Brazil. However, once I stepped into this fantastic realm, I am blown away and even extended my holiday. I love everything about Colombia, the food, the view, and the people, and I am already planning to come back. Wendy, my local specialist, is extremely helpful and quick to respond to my messages. The itinerary she arranged for me is amazing, and I had great fun every day. The local guides are also the highlights, they are all really passionate and informative. I have to say my favorite place in Colombia has to be Cartagena, the colorful buildings and Caribbean coasts are breathtaking and memorable. To be honest, every place I went to is incredible, and each has its unique views and cultures. I can't believe that my main impression of Colombia is mainly Encanto and El Dorado before, but I know I have a whole new understanding of Colombia, thanks to Wendy and all the local guides.

Activity Reviews
Walking Tour
Cartagena
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Tour with a Professional Photographer
Colombia
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Discover the iconic Comuna 13 & Medellín
Medellín
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Colorful Colombia: Guatapé & El Peñol
Colombia
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Colombian Chocolates and Basketry Workshop
Colombia
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Cócora Valley & Salento
Colombia
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Discover La Candelaria & The Monserrate Hill
Colombia
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Welcome Dinner
Cartagena
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Local specialist: Wendy Romero

Family vacation in Medellin and Bogota
Colombia | Dec 25 - Jan 1, 2023

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David U.
Canada | Reviewed on Jan 02, 2023

We had an incredible family vacation in Columbia with our guides Alba (Medellin) and Santiago (Bogota). Felipe was incredibly helpful in arranging an itinerary and trip plan based on our specific needs. Memorable experiences in Medellin were a coffee farm tour, and visiting Guatape and climbing El Penol. In Bogota we loved the Salt Cathdral at Zipaquira and the Guatavita Lake tour, Gold Museum, Monserrate, and chocolate experience. The transporation and dining arrangements were seamless. I... read more

We had an incredible family vacation in Columbia with our guides Alba (Medellin) and Santiago (Bogota). Felipe was incredibly helpful in arranging an itinerary and trip plan based on our specific needs. Memorable experiences in Medellin were a coffee farm tour, and visiting Guatape and climbing El Penol. In Bogota we loved the Salt Cathdral at Zipaquira and the Guatavita Lake tour, Gold Museum, Monserrate, and chocolate experience. The transporation and dining arrangements were seamless. I highly recommend using this service if you don't have extensive knowledge about your destination -- it is money well spent.

Hotel Reviews
Medellin Marriott Hotel
Medellín
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NH Collection Bogotá Teleport Royal
Bogotá DC
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Activity Review
Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral and Guatavita Lake Tour
Bogotá

Incredible experience. We learned a lot about the history and people of Colombia.

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Local specialist: Felipe Rico
Felipe
Felipe Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Jan 02, 2023

Hi David,
It was truly amazing having you and your family in Colombia! Thank you for your great attitude and positivity, and Thank you for visiting Colombia! It was a pleasure meeting you and your family, and great to hear you had a good time!
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and sending you all my very Best Wishes for 2023!
Best, Felipe

Columbia Indigenous cultures trip
Colombia | Dec 9 - Dec 21, 2022

Freya
Freya S.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Jan 01, 2023

The trip plan David developed for us involved travelling through three diferent parts of the country, Tayrona National Park, the Guajira and the Orinoco, and gave us an idea of Colombia's amazing cultural diversity and natural beauty, just as we had hoped. We have both fallen in love with the country and are very much wanting to go back. It's difficult to say what were the highlights of the trip, as the thing we appreciated most was the possibility to travel, stay and eat with local people,... read more

The trip plan David developed for us involved travelling through three diferent parts of the country, Tayrona National Park, the Guajira and the Orinoco, and gave us an idea of Colombia's amazing cultural diversity and natural beauty, just as we had hoped. We have both fallen in love with the country and are very much wanting to go back. It's difficult to say what were the highlights of the trip, as the thing we appreciated most was the possibility to travel, stay and eat with local people, and getting an insight, even if only for a few days, into their way of life. Tayrona was the most familiar in feel as we have travelled in rainforests and stayed in eco-lodges before so it was a good place to begin. You feel as if you are in the clouds slightly above the treeline, and we counted a dozen different bird species just from our bedroom window. We could have gone into the nature reserve nearby but instead walked by ourselves along the road to the coast to orient ouselves. The reward was a blissful view of the Caribbean at Los Cocos in unspoiled natural glory - the forst reaching into the sand, a couple of local families playing football, a dog running freely in the sunset. At Los Naranjos nearby there is a botanical garden with the most beautiful trees.

The food and cocktails at Tayrona kept up the holiday feel but nothing could have prepared us for what happened next, which was when the real adventure began. We were driven to Riohacha which has an amazing frontier city feel - which is indeed the case, as after this comes the desert. Before dawn the next day we were picked up from the hotel by Paola, the leader of the local company who took care of us for the next few days, by Leiner, our guide, and by Oder, the driver, who himself is Wayuu. We could not have felt more welcome and also in safer hands. This is important as it has to be stressed that this is not country in which you can casually venture on your own. It is a place where it is necessary to respect the local people who live here. It is also difficult country, beautiful but inhospitable, and it needs intimate knowledge to get around. Oder the driver was also vital as it is very rough territory for even a 4-wheel drive. He was brilliant, keeping us steady whatever the ground, and taking time so we never felt remotely in danger. Leiner was a terrific guide: knowlegeable, friendly, fluent in English and possessing fantastic people skills. We enjoyed stunning views of windswept landscapes with sparse vegetation but amazing birdlife including Red Cardinals, eagles, vultures and hawks. The sea is everywhere. Attending a local sea turtle conservation project and learning about the way solar technology is used to produce drinking water in this parched land was an inspiring example of grassroot -level community renewal: small scale, local and democratic.
After a quick stopover in Bogota we prepared for a flight to Puerto Carreno, and transferred to 4x4 to reach the Orinoco river. The first sight of the river (the second biggest in the world) was truly unforgettable. Under the guidance of Rosevelt our extremely practical and competent guide, and two lovely travel companions, we spend the next few days travelling down the Orinoco by boat, staying at Tuparro biosphere reserve, Sarrapia, and El Remanso in the Mavecure. There is something unusually lovely about the Orinoco river: the abundance of flora and fauna, the geology with its striking rock formations, and the rapids described by Alexander von Humboldt as the eighth wonder of the world. But the most important thing for us was understanding the river as the lifeblood of so many different communities; connecting different places, providing water and food, as well as identity and belonging. While we felt our lack of Spanish imposed limitations on the way we interacted with people we nevertheless learned so much about the ways in which indigenous communities in the region are connecting traditional ecological knowledge to solutions to the contemporary environmental crisis while protecting their cultural heritage. And, as we discovered while watching the World Cup finals in El Remanso, the language of football really is universal. While tourism can be a highly ambiguous phenomenon (something of which people locally are very much aware), you feel that communities here are managing to get the balance right, and have created infrastructure that allows people to see the astonishing natural abundance of the region, and learn about its cultural diversity, without doing damages or changing its character. Let's hope it stays this way.

Hotel Review
Quetzal Dorado Ecolodge
Zaino

What a lovely spot! The view from the central terrace opens out over the valley, the river and the mountains in the distance and is almost impossibly beautiful. We particularly appreciated the emphasis on sustainability. The staff is friendly and helpful, and the atmosphere relaxed. Special compliments to the kitchen staff for the very tasty food.

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Activity Reviews
Streams and mountains in Tuparro National Park
Puerto Carreño

In terms of sheer natural beauty, this is one of the most astonishing places we have ever visited, with every changing vistas and a final view of the Orinoco rapids. Edgar, the guide who took us op the mountain was incredibly friendly and extremely knowledgeable about the area and its flora and fauna.

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Trip to Cabo de La Vela & Punta Gallinas 3 days - 2 nights
Colombia

This was an astonishing and beautiful experience, made possible by Leiner our amazing guide and Oder who drove us so safely. At the heart of it is an encounter with the Waiyuu people. The natural landscapes are incredible, topped only by seeing the turtle project explained at the Punta Gallinas community centre. We watched pelicans at sunset but we most enjoyed learning from our guides.

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I would put ten stars here if possible.
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Hiking to Cerros de Mavecure
Inírida

The Mavecure may be the most beautiful place we have ever seen. The hike is incredible we are told but forgive us as we chose instead to watch the world cup final with the local community. This was unforgettable.

Quality of Experience
Food
River fish.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Rosevelt is just so capable. He looks after you without saying a thing.
Transport
The boats. Never travel by car ever again.
Local specialist: David Roa Martín
David
David Roa Martín
Local specialist in San Agustín | Reviewed on Jan 03, 2023

Hello Freya!

It was lovely to read this wonderful review of your trip, knowing that you were happy, that it left you with very good impressions and that you plan to return to Colombia.

We really appreciate that you took the time to write it and I will share your comments with Paola and Rosevel; I'm sure will make them as happy as I am now.

Thank you very much and I hope you come back soon! :)

A Great Trip to a Beautiful Country!
Colombia | Dec 18 - Dec 28, 2022

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Brian D.
Hilton Head Island, SC | Reviewed on Dec 30, 2022

Kim Kim, Aracanto, and Margoth planned a great trip for our family to Colombia. We enjoyed Cartagena, Tayrona, coffee country, and Bogota. We had excellent guides in each region, and enjoyed staying in some very unique hotels. The trip was a nice mix of culture, nature, and adventure. Highlights - old city of Cartagena, monkeys in Tayrona, wax palms in Cocora Valley, and the funicular in Bogota. Thank you for a great trip! read more

Kim Kim, Aracanto, and Margoth planned a great trip for our family to Colombia. We enjoyed Cartagena, Tayrona, coffee country, and Bogota. We had excellent guides in each region, and enjoyed staying in some very unique hotels. The trip was a nice mix of culture, nature, and adventure. Highlights - old city of Cartagena, monkeys in Tayrona, wax palms in Cocora Valley, and the funicular in Bogota. Thank you for a great trip!

Hotel Review
Hotel Boutique Sazagua
Pereira

A beautiful boutique property with a stunning garden. Impeccable service.

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Activity Reviews
City Tour of Cartagena (Half Day)
Cartagena
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Jaime was great
Tayrona National Park Tour Full Day
Colombia

Christian was a great guide - it was a serious hike but we enjoyed that.

Minca Tour and Local Cacao Farm
Colombia

Waterfall was cool - Cacao farm was interesting but the guide for that tour (whom I don’t think is the normal guide) was a bit weird. Christian, our full day guide, was great.

Cocora Valley,  Salento, and Coffee Farm Visit
Colombia

Cocora Valley is breathtaking, Salento is beautiful, and the coffee farm was education - this was a great day.

Guides, Drivers and Staff
Claudia was OK - but not as strong as our other guides on this trip.
Sanctuary of Flora and Fauna Otun Quimbaya
Colombia

The rainforest was beautiful but it was a lot of driving time for the experience.

Half Day City Tour of Bogotá with Local Fruit Market and Monserrate Hill
Bogotá

What a great day - the fruit market was amazing, Monserrat Hill was beautiful, the Museo de Oreo was interesting, and the old city was enlightening. Nancy was a terrific guide.

Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Dec 30, 2022

Hi Brian,
Thank you very much for making me a part of your family trip to Colombia! And we really appreciate that you took the time to write this review and feedback. Thank you very much for your detailed comments. Our Best Wishes to you and Haidi and your beautiful family!
Happy New Year, Margoth

We had a great time in Columbia Margoth plann...
Colombia | Sep 28 - Oct 4, 2022

Stacey
Stacey S.
Grants Pass, OR | Reviewed on Dec 28, 2022

We had a great time in Columbia Margoth planned a great trip would like to stay longer next time to see more of the beautiful Columbian nature and culture . Our guide was very kind and helpful thank you for a wonderful trip read more

We had a great time in Columbia Margoth planned a great trip would like to stay longer next time to see more of the beautiful Columbian nature and culture . Our guide was very kind and helpful thank you for a wonderful trip

Hotel Reviews
Sofitel Baru Calablanca
Cartagena

This is a wonderful place the staff and service are awesome had the best time will be visiting there again 😀

Authenticity & Character
So beautiful there
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The friendliness and helpfulness
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very Clean and comfortable rooms and facilities
Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton
Cartagena

The staff was awesome and made our stay special

Authenticity & Character
Very wonderful hotel
Location
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The best part of stay is wonderful staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and comfortable
Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Dec 28, 2022

Hi Stacey,
It was a pleasure having you all in Colombia and thank you for visiting our home country. I will pass on your feedback to your guide and it has been a pleasure meeting you. We hope you come back and stay in touch.
A Happy new Year and all my very Best Wishes!

Best,
Margoth

10- Star for Margoth Rico!
Colombia | Dec 17 - Dec 27, 2022

Fang
Fang W.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Dec 27, 2022

I searched for a local travel agency in Colombia on kimkim and Margoth was the first one who responded to me. From the beginning to the end of our trip, she was always very quick to respond and very clear with her communications. She was informative and always notified us if there was any changes. Throughout our trip, she made every effort to accommodate our needs and even offered a half-day makeup city tour due to a misunderstanding! Whenever we need her, she was just a text message away.... read more

I searched for a local travel agency in Colombia on kimkim and Margoth was the first one who responded to me. From the beginning to the end of our trip, she was always very quick to respond and very clear with her communications. She was informative and always notified us if there was any changes. Throughout our trip, she made every effort to accommodate our needs and even offered a half-day makeup city tour due to a misunderstanding! Whenever we need her, she was just a text message away. Lol! That certainly brought peace to our minds so we were able to enjoy our trip.

We would strongly recommend her to anyone who wants to visit Colombia as she represented the highest standard of professionalism!

Thank you, Margoth!

Activity Reviews
Guatape and El Peñol
Colombia

Amazing

Coffee Farm Day Tour
Medellín

Fun, educational, and interactive!

Half Day City Tour of Bogotá
Bogotá

Very Knowledgeable and friendly guide

Christmas Dinner at Andrés Carne de Res (Andres D.C.)
Bogotá

Very unique restaurant.

Half Day City Tour of Medellin
Medellín

I learned a lot within this half day tour.

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Sunset Drinks Suggestion at Café del Mar
Cartagena

It’s the best spot to see the sunset.

Quality of Experience
We were very impressed by how Margoth went out of her way to fix things quickly when they didn’t go as planned!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Everyone is friendly and professional. The guides are knowledgeable and accommodating!
Transport
The driver and guide were always on time!
Private Boat to the Islands
Cartagena

Our guide and crew members were very friendly. But they spoke limited or no English which made it difficult to communicate. The other problem was that the engine quit working. We had to turn around to go back to the port. About 45 minutes later, we switched to another boat…… We understood that was out of their control but couldn’t help feeling a little disappointed….especially we paid $800 for this boat tour.

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Fluent English speaking guide and reliable boat.
Airport Transfer: {{start_location}} to {{end_location}} & Guatape and El Peñol Tour
Colombia

The Guadape and El Penol tour was one of our favorites !

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Dinner Reservation at El Cielo - Please confirm on your side
Colombia

We all agreed this dinner was an unforgettable experience. It was like a therapy!

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Dinner Reservation at Tierra Cocina de Entorno
Bogotá

The tacos are amazing!

Dinner Reservation at Candé
Cartagena

The food is good.

Mangrove Tour with local Fisherman
Cartagena

The fishermen were very friendly.

Walking Tour of Cartagena Old City
Cartagena

Our guide was very knowledgeable,

Dinner Reservation at Marea
Cartagena

Great location and seafood.

Dinner Reservation at Alma
Cartagena

The food was good.

Paragliding over Medellín
Medellín

It was a great experience and fun!

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Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral and Guatavita Lake Tour
Bogotá

Amazing underground cathedral

Chorrera Park
Bogotá

My favorite outdoor activity!

Depart Colombia
Colombia
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Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Dec 28, 2022

Hi Fang, THANK YOU for this review and for being so positive and full of energy throughout your trip! All your local guides spoke highly of you and your family, and it was a pleasure to be part of your trip to Colombia. Thank you as well for your detailed comments and feedback which we will review with our team and local partners, and they are all very useful. Sending you and your family my very Best Wishes for this new year! Hope you continue to enjoy this holiday season! Stay in touch, y hasta pronto!

Margoth

Absolutely Amazing
Colombia | Feb 12 - Feb 19, 2022

McKenzie
McKenzie L.
Macon, GA | Reviewed on Dec 27, 2022

After randomly coming across Kim Kim, we decided to take a family trip to Cartagena Colombia with our children ages to six and 12. Margoth and her team did an incredible job of planning so many amazing wonderful immersive experiences with wonderful guides and just really knocked it out of the park. When we arrived at our hotel, we were greeted with delicious specialty nonalcoholic drinks, and when we got to our room, there were special toucan gifts for our kids (who are obsessed with... read more

After randomly coming across Kim Kim, we decided to take a family trip to Cartagena Colombia with our children ages to six and 12. Margoth and her team did an incredible job of planning so many amazing wonderful immersive experiences with wonderful guides and just really knocked it out of the park. When we arrived at our hotel, we were greeted with delicious specialty nonalcoholic drinks, and when we got to our room, there were special toucan gifts for our kids (who are obsessed with Encanto), local chocolates that were gilded for my daughters, golden birthday, and a beautiful coffee table book of Columbia. Some of our favorite memories were a mangrove tour with a local fisherman, a cooking class with a local chef at an adorable French Colombian bistro, a bird, sanctuary tour, and spending time at our beautiful hotel. Each of my kids had an amazing time, and my husband and I even had a chance to do a literary tour with a guide who knew Gabriel Garcia Marquez, a author we studied in college. We loved seeing local artisans and bought some local oil paintings and watercolor paintings that now hang on our walls overall, it was a trip of a lifetime!

Hotel Review
Hotel Capellan de Getsemani
Cartagena de Indias

Or hotel was amazing! From the accommodations themselves to the staff and restaurant, it was a wonderful place relax after an adventurous day in the exploring the city. When we started to plan our trip, we were thinking about staying in the newer part of town, but I would absolutely recommend 100% staying in the old quarter of town. When we are able to return to Cartagena, we will absolutely stay at the same hotel!

Authenticity & Character
It was right in the middle of the old quarter, close to just about everything
Location
In the most beautiful part of town
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Welcome to Colombia!
Colombia

Martín our guide met us just outside the airport with a sign and was friendly and warm and welcoming and my kids were so excited to have our own guide!

Suggested Lunch at Crepes & Waffles
Cartagena

We ended up eating here about four times! It had something for everyone, and my kids loved it.

Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Dec 28, 2022

Dear McKenzie, Thank you so much for visiting Colombia with your family and thank you for taking the time to write this review. Muchas Gracias :) It was great meeting you and being a part of your trip, and we all hope you come back! Sending you and your family my very Best Wishes for this new year!

I Recommend KimKim and Margarita
Colombia | Dec 15 - Dec 23, 2022

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Scott G.
Creston, NC | Reviewed on Dec 26, 2022

Margarita was creative and interactive when designing a trip for me and my family. I found her responsive to my question, prior to my trip, and especially during my trip when I had questions I felt needed fast answers. She was pleasant, friendly, and amenable. I appreciated how flexible and johnny-on-the-spot she was when I decided to change plans at the last minute. I would highly recommend KimKim and Margarita

Local specialist: Margarita Moreno
Margarita
Margarita Moreno
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Dec 29, 2022

Scoot!
Thank you very much for trusting us, it was a pleasure for me and the team to accompany your family during this trip to our country.
Thank you for your comments, taking care of travelers is what makes us different and we do it with all our love.
You and your family will always be more than welcome.
Margarita

Our Colombia Holiday
Colombia | Nov 8 - Nov 22, 2022

Stephen
Stephen B.
France | Reviewed on Dec 24, 2022

This was our first post pandemic holiday and we decided to use an international travel agent to personalize the itinerary. We planned a two week trip to Colombia in November 2022. After some research we chose Kim Kim based on their capabilities and references. Kim Kim put us in touch with a local specialist, Wendy, in Colombia and working with them we established a detailed itinerary for internal travel and visits. The whole project was wonderfully organized with private tours using local... read more

This was our first post pandemic holiday and we decided to use an international travel agent to personalize the itinerary. We planned a two week trip to Colombia in November 2022. After some research we chose Kim Kim based on their capabilities and references. Kim Kim put us in touch with a local specialist, Wendy, in Colombia and working with them we established a detailed itinerary for internal travel and visits. The whole project was wonderfully organized with private tours using local guides managed in Colombia via "The Colombian Trip", including, Bogota, Medellin,The Coffee Triangle, Cartagena and the Amazon. Thank you to our guides, Patricia, Mauricio, Jorge, Sergio and Andrea. Thanks to Wendy and all of you - we had a really great experience! Thank you Kim Kim for a great holiday!

Local specialist: Wendy Romero
Wendy
Wendy Romero
Local specialist in Santa Marta | Reviewed on Dec 27, 2022

Hi Stephen,
Thank you for your feedback and for choosing us to create the ideal itinerary for you and your wife. I am happy you enjoyed it and had a unique experience here in our country!
All guides send you regards,
Please count on us for your following travel!
Best,
Wendy

Outstanding experience and service from Kimkim
Colombia | Dec 11 - Dec 21, 2022

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Hanna N.
Nicetown-Tioga, PA | Reviewed on Dec 23, 2022

From the start to the finish, Margoth, Felipe, and Juanita were nothing short of outstanding. As Margoth planned our trip, she took in our interests, timelines, budgets, and various requests, planning a perfect trip for what we wanted. Wherever we went, we had drivers to chauffer us safely from one activity to the next, along with talented and knowledgeable guides. The true benefit of having Margoth on our side was her team's flexibility and attentiveness while we were in Colombia. I was sick... read more

From the start to the finish, Margoth, Felipe, and Juanita were nothing short of outstanding. As Margoth planned our trip, she took in our interests, timelines, budgets, and various requests, planning a perfect trip for what we wanted. Wherever we went, we had drivers to chauffer us safely from one activity to the next, along with talented and knowledgeable guides. The true benefit of having Margoth on our side was her team's flexibility and attentiveness while we were in Colombia. I was sick for most of the trip and needed to change our plans to allow me to rest and recover, and she swiftly rearranged our plans to allow me to do so, sending a care package with pedialytes, and checking in to make sure that things were going according to plan. We felt extremely well taken care of and had a terrific time, even with my illness. I would recommend Kimkim to absolutely anyone and will definitely be using them again in the future.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Casa San Agustin
Cartagena de Indias

So stunning, welcoming, and luxurious. Would absolutely stay here again. Delicious breakfast, great location, incredible bed. Such a unique hotel.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Patio del Mundo
Medellín

A very unique and beautiful hotel! Great location, very thoughtfully designed.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Sunset Drinks Suggestion at Café del Mar
Cartagena

Very crowded and loud music, but gorgeous views.

Welcome to Colombia!
Colombia

Nice to meet our guide that we will see in the morning.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dinner Reservation at Candé
Cartagena

So delicious!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Walking Tour of Cartagena Old City
Cartagena

Enrique was spectacular. I liked that this was early in the morning and we had the rest of the day to ourselves.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dinner Reservation at Mistura
Cartagena

Incredible food!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
City Tour of Medellín (with Local Market and Comuna 13)
Medellín

A very fun and enlightening experience! Probably could have been only 5 hours or so with a faster tour and plans not to drive during the rush hour.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Airport Transfer: {{start_location}} to {{end_location}} & Guatape and El Peñol Tour
Colombia

A very fun and interesting experience! Probably could have skipped the climb up La Piedra - very touristy and crowded, and if we hadn't done this, we would've had less time in rush hour (a 3 hour drive)

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Depart Colombia
Colombia
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Lost City Trek - Day 1 (Arrival)
Colombia

Loved this trip! Teyuna was amazing.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Dec 23, 2022

Dear Hanna,
Thank you very much for your message, and it has been a pleasure meeting you and John! Our entire team admired you and your amazing and positive attitude, despite feeling sick, and the fact that you were still able to climb the Lost City! Felicitaciones! We are so grateful that you visited Colombia and we really hope you come back in the future. Thank you for taking the time to write this review, and thank you for your feedback.

Sending you, John, your families, and friends our Very Best Wishes for this new year! Best Wishes from Colombia, Margoth

Our Amazonas guide, Claudio Gutierrez, was th...
Colombia | Nov 25 - Dec 8, 2022

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Anna-Karin L.
Spring Valley, NV | Reviewed on Dec 10, 2022

Our Amazonas guide, Claudio Gutierrez, was the absolute best guide. He showed us amazing wildlife, introduced us to fascinating people and was funny, knowledgeable, and a true pleasure to hang out with. He totally understood our travel vibe and added extra walks and activities beyond the itinerary. His passion for the Amazonas was so infectious we simply wanted to stay and explore more with him. We would go back just to visit Claudio as we count him now as a friend.
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Our Amazonas guide, Claudio Gutierrez, was the absolute best guide. He showed us amazing wildlife, introduced us to fascinating people and was funny, knowledgeable, and a true pleasure to hang out with. He totally understood our travel vibe and added extra walks and activities beyond the itinerary. His passion for the Amazonas was so infectious we simply wanted to stay and explore more with him. We would go back just to visit Claudio as we count him now as a friend.

Hotel Review
El Dorado Nature Reserve
Minca

Absolutely stunning views from our glass-enclosed room at this extremely remote Bird Preserve. As a vegetarian, the food was a bit limited, lots of potatoes and fried plantains, but tasty nonetheless. Everyone was friendly and accommodating and focused on providing a great birding experience. Would definitely go back to stay here but maybe bring some snacks from Minca.

Authenticity & Character
Unique glass enclosed rooms.
Location
Very remote yet stunning views of Santa Marta and the Caribbean below.
Staff
Friendliness
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beds and room comfy, clean and private.
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Dec 11, 2022

Dear Anna-Karin,
I am so happy to hear that you had such a unique and great trip. It sounds like you were able to see the people and nature at its best and took something for your future life - a new friendship and great experiences. We will pass on your compliments and thank you for your nice comments! Thank you very much and
See you hopefully soon,
Michael

We had a great time on our family trip to Col...
Colombia | Nov 19 - Nov 26, 2022

Kerry
Kerry P.
La Cañada Flintridge, CA | Reviewed on Nov 30, 2022

We had a great time on our family trip to Colombia. KimKim made everything so easy, from the minute we started looking til the time we boarded our flight back home. Andrea was so helpful and communicative, and very quick to respond both before and during the trip. Highly recommend their services! read more

We had a great time on our family trip to Colombia. KimKim made everything so easy, from the minute we started looking til the time we boarded our flight back home. Andrea was so helpful and communicative, and very quick to respond both before and during the trip. Highly recommend their services!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Park 10
Medellin
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton
Cartagena
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Street Food Tour
Cartagena

Our guide Liz was simply awesome.She took us to many places that we would never have thought to try for ourselves. The selection of food was great. She accounted for the vegetarian in our group. It was delightful and a great way to kick off our time in Cartagena!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Drum Safari - Sounds of Cartagena
Cartagena

Visiting the drum school was amazing. The whole group, including teen boys (hard to please) had a great time.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Discover the Magical City of Cartagena & Getsemaní
Cartagena

We loved our guide Javier! Had a perfect day, and he balanced the right amount of scenery and history, adjusted for a pace that we enjoyed.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Enjoy the Beaches and Coral Reefs of the Rosario Islands by Private Boat
Colombia

Such a great day! The boat ride was very enjoyable. Having a private boat made it feel luxurious. The crew kept the boat completely immaculate and had cold drinks for us. The beach club we visited was super relaxing, had a gorgeous beach. Snorkeling was super fun. Overall a great day.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Colorful Colombia: Guatapé & El Peñol
Colombia

Two must-visit towns on your trip to Medellin. This trip really gets you out into the countryside, so you can see the beautiful country. We enjoyed our day!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Andrea Morita
Andrea
Andrea Morita
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Dec 01, 2022

Dear Kerry,
Thank you so much for your lovely and kind feedback. Your words mean the world to us, and they help us to improve all of our services.
Thank you so much for visiting our country and enjoying each experience we prepared for you. It was a pleasure for me to work with you.
Everybody says hi and sends you all the best wishes.
Colombia always waits for all of you with open arms,
Andrea

Seamless Colombia experience!
Colombia | Nov 16 - Nov 25, 2022

Celeste
Celeste H.
Tustin, CA | Reviewed on Nov 26, 2022

Our trip to Colombia was incredible!!! Our itinerary included Medellin, Pereira and Cartagena. Right from the get go Margarita was attentive, available to answer my questions quickly and listened carefully to the needs I communicated for our trip. She crafted an amazing itinerary for my son (6 years old) and I , which ended up including all of the highlights I asked for plus some extra kid-friendly activities she took initiative to recommend (Explora Park in Medellin and Coconut Beard... read more

Our trip to Colombia was incredible!!! Our itinerary included Medellin, Pereira and Cartagena. Right from the get go Margarita was attentive, available to answer my questions quickly and listened carefully to the needs I communicated for our trip. She crafted an amazing itinerary for my son (6 years old) and I , which ended up including all of the highlights I asked for plus some extra kid-friendly activities she took initiative to recommend (Explora Park in Medellin and Coconut Beard Pirate Game in Cartagena). My son has Autism and this was our first adventure abroad together so I wanted to ensure we had a solid plan and support while traveling. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience or supportive team! Not only was the planning seamless (KimKim software is incredibly user friendly and centralizes every detail you need), but while we were traveling we could communicate directly with Margarita and our local guides via WhatsApp with any questions and concerns. This was a nice bonus for me traveling solo with my son, knowing I had others to depend on. I requested smaller boutique style hotels with more of a local feel for accommodation. Loved each one (Hotel Quinta Ladera, Hotel Sazagua, Hotel Casa Don Luis by Faranda). The pace of our trip was perfect, with a good balance of excursions and downtime, flights that were at reasonable hours (with seats in the front of the plane!), safe drivers, and dependable flexible guides. We had Manuela in Medellin, Guillermo in Pereira and Carlos in Cartagena, all of whom were incredible with my son always playful, attentive and patient. The level of attentiveness of this tour company is above and beyond. They check in with you, they are available when you need something and take the time to add personal touches. Like nothing I’ve ever experienced traveling in the past. Definitely amazing value and service for the price point. Will definitely use Kim Kim in the future and highly recommend it - so grateful!

Local specialist: Margarita Moreno
Margarita
Margarita Moreno
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Dec 26, 2022

Celeste, Thank you so much for these words and for highlighting our work.
We love creating moments and experiences that you can remember forever.
Thanks for recognizing the team and allowing us to be part of this memorable experience.
You and your son always will be more than welcome.

And now we know a part of Colombia will be in your hearts. 🇨🇴

Gracias,
Margarita

Colombia Round 2
Colombia | Nov 3 - Nov 17, 2022

Carly
Carly M.
Columbia, MD | Reviewed on Nov 20, 2022

This is my 4th time using KimKim and second time with the wonderful team in Colombia! Margoth, Felipe and their team, once again, made sure I had a remarkable time as a solo traveler in this beautiful country. I always say I shouldn’t have gone with Colombia for my first trip out of the country, because it’s going to be tough to live up to it!
This second time around was no different! I visited Cartagena, Medellin and Santa Marta this time. It was the best birthday of my life! I plan to... read more

This is my 4th time using KimKim and second time with the wonderful team in Colombia! Margoth, Felipe and their team, once again, made sure I had a remarkable time as a solo traveler in this beautiful country. I always say I shouldn’t have gone with Colombia for my first trip out of the country, because it’s going to be tough to live up to it!
This second time around was no different! I visited Cartagena, Medellin and Santa Marta this time. It was the best birthday of my life! I plan to keep visiting each year for my birthday, and I feel it’s only going to keep getting better!
If you haven’t made Colombia a stop on your list, you absolutely must!
Thanks again to Aracanto and the wonderful people of Colombia for welcoming me to your home with such warmth and gratitude.
Until we meet again, mi amor!

Hotel Reviews
The Click Clack Hotel Medellin
Medellin

Beautiful place, perfect loctation and a wonderful staff!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton
Cartagena

Such a cool place! Gorgeous rooftop and the rooms are beautiful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Right in the heart of the walled city and close to everything
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
AC Hotel by Marriott Santa Marta
Santa Marta, Magdalena
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Dancing Class
Cartagena

Ruben was awesome!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dinner Reservation at Alma
Cartagena
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dinner Reservation at Alambique
Medellín

Wish they had an updated location on google maps, but otherwise, great food and beautiful ambiance

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
City Tour of Medellín (with Local Market and Comuna 13)
Medellín

Incredible!!!! Juan Carlos was amazing

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Juan Carlos and Jorge! Great guys!
Transport
Flower Experience in Santa Elena
Medellín

Beautiful people, so kind and welcoming

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Guatape and El Peñol Tour & Airport Transfer: {{start_location}} to {{end_location}}
Colombia

Unforgettable experience. A mudslide blocking the route to get there had almost ruined my chances of seeing this landmark! But the team was able to make quick adjustments to assure i get to experience it!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Tayrona National Park Tour Full Day
Colombia

What can I even say… the most beautiful place ever

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
My guide was amazing!
Transport
Minca Tour and Coffee Farm
Colombia
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dinner Reservation at Mar de Las Antillas
Cartagena

Freddy, the manager is unforgettable. Truly made me feel like Cartagena is home.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
They sang me happy birthday with the live band!!
Transport
Day Pass at Tierra Bomba Island at Makani Beach Club
Colombia

Sooooooooo serene and beautiful.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Staff was incredible
Transport
Dinner Reservation at Marea
Cartagena
Quality of Experience
Gorgeous location!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dinner Reservation at Andres Carne de Res
Cartagena

The pirate!! They sang me happy birthday once again!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Suggested Dinner at Crepes & Waffles
Cartagena
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Nov 20, 2022

Hola Querida Carly, it has been a pleasure having you again in Colombia and thank you so much for visiting us again and promoting our country! On behalf of our team and everyone you met, Muchas Gracias for making us a part of your Colombian experience, and we look forward to having you in Colombia again, and helping you plan a trip with Bogota, The Amazon rainforest and colonial towns and anything else you want to see! It is always very nice for us to see how much you enjoy Colombia, and to... read more

Hola Querida Carly, it has been a pleasure having you again in Colombia and thank you so much for visiting us again and promoting our country! On behalf of our team and everyone you met, Muchas Gracias for making us a part of your Colombian experience, and we look forward to having you in Colombia again, and helping you plan a trip with Bogota, The Amazon rainforest and colonial towns and anything else you want to see! It is always very nice for us to see how much you enjoy Colombia, and to see how positive you are and what an amazing attitude you always have :) Hasta pronto amiga! Un abrazo, Margoth

Medellin and Cartagena review
Colombia | Nov 5 - Nov 11, 2022

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Alicia Y.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Nov 13, 2022

THANK YOU TO MICHAEL GOLD who was especially attentive to me and my trip mate as we planned our trip to Colombia. He booked a fabulous week for us.

While in Medellin: The hotel, the experiences, and the guides were perfect in every way. The hotel was basic but got the job done. BH El Poblado: friendly staff, great beds, hot water, terrific breakfast and views.
A BIG SHOUTOUT TO OUR GUIDE FROYLAN GARCES and DRIVER MARTIN CHALARCA as they were both quite knowledgeable in all areas of... read more

THANK YOU TO MICHAEL GOLD who was especially attentive to me and my trip mate as we planned our trip to Colombia. He booked a fabulous week for us.

While in Medellin: The hotel, the experiences, and the guides were perfect in every way. The hotel was basic but got the job done. BH El Poblado: friendly staff, great beds, hot water, terrific breakfast and views.
A BIG SHOUTOUT TO OUR GUIDE FROYLAN GARCES and DRIVER MARTIN CHALARCA as they were both quite knowledgeable in all areas of history, current events and where to get a great cup of coffee. They focused on our safety and comfort and really represented the heart and soul of Medellin.

While in Cartagena: The first hotel we stayed in was not a place that should be booked for future guests. Upon letting Michael Gold know about this he and his team immediately jumped to our aide. The sign of a great tour company is their availability to their guests and Michael and his team at Chaska took excellent care to make sure we were put somewhere else - Casa Lola. Terrific!

Hotel Review
Bh El Poblado
Medellín
Authenticity & Character
cheap modern. could use a little freshening up.
Location
Staff
front desk friendly. Breakfast room chefs were so nice - great food.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beds were solidly good.
Activity Reviews
Peñol Boulder & Guatapé Boat Trip
Medellín

Guatape is a fab little town to walk around in.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
GUIDE FROYLAN GARCES and DRIVER MARTIN CHALARCA were amazing in every way
Transport
Day Trip to San Basilio de Palenque
Cartagena

Skip. A total money grab

Quality of Experience
Food
Transport
Medellín Transformation Tour
Medellín
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Nature-Experience: Los Saltos Eco-Park
Medellín
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Drum Workshop in La Boquilla
Cartagena
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Cartagena Bike Tour
Cartagena

more information at stops please.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
bikes need a serious upgrade.
Cartagena Dance Class
Cartagena
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Nov 14, 2022

Dear Alicia and JK,

thank you for your evaluation and the nice conversations during the trip. It was our pleasure to give you many great experiences in this magical country. Also your feedback about the hotels and tours helps us to improve our future offers. We wish you many great memories of this country and are looking forward to welcoming you back soon.

We have passed on the extra credits to Froylan and Martin. They send their best regards and thank you very much!

Best regards,
the Chaska Tours Team

Felipe did an incredible job helping us plan ...
Colombia | Oct 9 - Oct 15, 2022

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Melanie F.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Oct 16, 2022

Felipe did an incredible job helping us plan our trip. He was very patient as we amended our itinerary a few times and recommended great places to see and restaurants. Couldn’t have made our trip to Colombia any easier and more enjoyable! read more

Felipe did an incredible job helping us plan our trip. He was very patient as we amended our itinerary a few times and recommended great places to see and restaurants. Couldn’t have made our trip to Colombia any easier and more enjoyable!

Activity Review
Cocora Valley,  Salento, and Coffee Farm Visit
Colombia
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Informative
Transport
Nice clean transport
Local specialist: Felipe Rico
Felipe
Felipe Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Oct 16, 2022

Hi Mel,
Muchas Gracias! Thank you for traveling to Colombia and taking the time to write this review. It has been a pleasure meeting you and great to hear that you had a great time in Colombia :)! Sending you my Best Wishes!
Felipe

In love with Colombia
Colombia | Oct 4 - Oct 12, 2022

Kelly
Kelly S.
Hazel Park, MI | Reviewed on Oct 13, 2022

As a woman traveling alone to a remote part of Colombia I decided to use an agency. I have to tell you KimKim was excellent! Wendy made me feel more than confident and assured me if I needed anything she was just a text away….and she was. Any questions no matter now big or small were welcomed. When plans were delayed due to weather while I was in a remote part of the country she was attentive and made sure I was comfortable as could be during the situation. She absolutely treated me like... read more

As a woman traveling alone to a remote part of Colombia I decided to use an agency. I have to tell you KimKim was excellent! Wendy made me feel more than confident and assured me if I needed anything she was just a text away….and she was. Any questions no matter now big or small were welcomed. When plans were delayed due to weather while I was in a remote part of the country she was attentive and made sure I was comfortable as could be during the situation. She absolutely treated me like family.
My guide Manuela in Medellin was a dream. She was so comfortable to be around she made me feel like we were old friends. The amount of knowledge she had about the city, culture and country was amazing. I wish I would have recorded so I could remember every word lol I cannot recommend her enough.
The park 10 hotel where I stayed while in the city was perfect for me. The location in Medellin was fantastic. The restaurant Lussac adjacent the hotel had a wonderful menu and having room service an option made for a great dining experience after a long day of sightseeing. The staff were friendly and their quality of service made it an easy decision to stay there again in the future.
I also went to Nuquí on the coast which was wet, wild a d wonderful. I stayed at LaBayka ecolodge. This is wet county with beautiful black sand beaches. I enjoyed birdwatching from my hammock, saw a sloth through binoculars in the common area, went whale watching and saw baby sea turtles make their way into the sea for the first time. This place was a dream. There was too much to see and soak in. For someone looking for an adventure this was a great place to see soo much beauty in one place. Just expect to be wet as rain and humidity are a part of life there.
The staff was kind and patient with my limited Spanish. They made sure I always was included in activities and checked in to make sure things were ok. The food was simple, clean and wonderful. With 70% of it being grown on the property itself.
So much still to see in Colombia. Manuela painted such a vivid picture in my mind of things yet to see I have to go back.
Thank you KimKim!!!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Park 10
Medellin
La Bayka Ecolodge
La Bayka Ecolodge Playa Guachalito
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Discover the iconic Comuna 13 & Medellín
Medellín
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Wendy Romero
Wendy
Wendy Romero
Local specialist in Santa Marta | Reviewed on Oct 18, 2022

Hi Kelly!
Many many thanks for that amazing review!
Your comments on each destination, with that detail on each are really appreciated.
I created an itinerary ideal for you and I saw that you loved it! That makes me feel very grateful and happy because as a result, you loved Colombia! I hope you can come back soon!
Here you have a friend for anything that you need here in the country!
A big hug!

Cartagena Tour
Colombia | Sep 28 - Oct 4, 2022

Bert
Bert S.
Scottsdale, AZ | Reviewed on Oct 11, 2022

A Great Trip, Wonderful Hotels and tours. Everyone had a wonderful time. The tour guide Javier did a great job showing us around. Would recommend Kimkim service to all travelers. read more

A Great Trip, Wonderful Hotels and tours. Everyone had a wonderful time. The tour guide Javier did a great job showing us around. Would recommend Kimkim service to all travelers.

Hotel Reviews
Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton
Cartagena

Very nice hotel with a Great staff and service. Nice bar and good food

Authenticity & Character
Great decor
Location
Inside walled city
Staff
Fantastic service
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very nice rooms and kept clean
Sofitel Baru Calablanca
Cartagena

Fantastic Hotel, Beautiful location on the beach ⛱️🏖️. Wonderful food 🥑 and Drinks 😊 Wonderful rooms. Service and Staff were just wonderful and treated all very special.

Authenticity & Character
Just Wonderful
Location
Beautiful Beach Location
Staff
Great Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms were clean, comfortable and clean, Great cleaning staff
Activity Reviews
Dinner Reservation at Candé
Cartagena

Great Food,Staff and Music

Quality of Experience
Wonderful food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Great Staff and service
City Tour of Cartagena (Half Day)
Cartagena

Nice tour of city

Quality of Experience
Informative
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Learned a lot from guide and had a great driver
Transport
Nice Van
Dinner Reservation at Alma
Cartagena

Great Meal it was daughters birthday and she was treated like a Queen 😅

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Rum Tasting with Chocolate Pairing
Cartagena

Had a great time very good rum and chocolate

Quality of Experience
Great time
Drums and Music Workshop
Cartagena

Very interesting and informative tour. Very entertaining

Quality of Experience
Entertaining
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Great service
Transport
Nice Van
Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Oct 11, 2022

Dear Bert,
I hope you are well! Thank you for taking the time to post this review, and thank you so much to you and all your wonderful family for coming to celebrate a spacial occasion in Colombia and for enjoying our country so much! Muchas Gracias for making us a part of your trip and we do really hope you come back in the near future. My very Best Wishes to all of you!
Hasta pronto, Margoth

Amazing Colombia
Colombia | Dec 29 - Jan 8, 2019

Adam
Adam D.
TX | Reviewed on Oct 01, 2022

This is a little belated, but the whole itinerary that Nathalie planned was just incredible. All experiences were very authentic and unique. It felt like they put some real thought into our activities save destinations. Highly highly recommended!

Local specialist: Nathalie Clavel

Our trip experience in Colombia was amazing. ...
Colombia | Sep 17 - Sep 24, 2022

amny
amny g.
Vineland, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 25, 2022

Our trip experience in Colombia was amazing. Michael created literally the perfect itinerary. Alex our tour guide in bogota was so knowledgeable, caring, and very helpful. Our tour in Cartagena Aumerio was so passion on teaching ys all about the history in cartagena, we were able to learn so much from the city thanks to him. Rosario island was beautiful, the staff were so attending to our needs, food was delicious, we met so many great people. Our drivers were also on time. My family had an... read more

Our trip experience in Colombia was amazing. Michael created literally the perfect itinerary. Alex our tour guide in bogota was so knowledgeable, caring, and very helpful. Our tour in Cartagena Aumerio was so passion on teaching ys all about the history in cartagena, we were able to learn so much from the city thanks to him. Rosario island was beautiful, the staff were so attending to our needs, food was delicious, we met so many great people. Our drivers were also on time. My family had an incredible time in Colombia. I definitely recommend chaska team.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Casa de La Vega
La Candelaria, Bogotá

I love the uniqueness of this place and the great service.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close to everything
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Casa Mara
Cartagena

We love the location, we were close to everything.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Islabela

We love hotel isabela. We stood in the cabin called pachera and it was absolutely perfect.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Staff is amazing and caring
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Grand Park
Bogotá
Authenticity & Character
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Activity Reviews
Boquilla Mangrove Tour
Cartagena
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Bogota's Essentials (City Tour & Monserrate)
Bogotá

We love this tour, we learned do much about bogota. Our highlight in this tour was going to monserrat and seeing beautiful bogota from very high

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
I definitely recommend Alex as a tour guide
Transport
Visit of the Botanical Garden and Guatavita
Bogotá
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Cartagena Bike Tour
Cartagena

The bike tour in Cartagena was perfect to learn about the city.

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Rosario Islands Snorkeling & Bioluminescence
Rosario Islands
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Transport
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Sep 25, 2022

Dear Family Garcia ☺️,
it was a pleasure for our whole team to accompany you through the country.
Thank you very much for the nice conversations.
We were also very happy to see you so happy on all the pictures.

We are looking forward to welcoming you back to Colombia soon.
Best regards from the whole Chaska Tours Team

Colombia in a week
Colombia | Sep 9 - Sep 18, 2022

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Diana L.
Ocoee, FL | Reviewed on Sep 24, 2022

Things turned out better than expected. Our guides were all fabulous, very knowledgeable and friendly. Laura is very sweet, we met in Bogota and took us to the Salt Mines which is impressing, among other things. Roberto in Cartagena was great, beautiful city. We had another guide that talked about Gabriel Garcia Marques who was great and very knowledgeable. We enjoyed very much our visit to Medellin with our guide Froi who was fabulous. We went to Peñol and Guatape which I personally... read more

Things turned out better than expected. Our guides were all fabulous, very knowledgeable and friendly. Laura is very sweet, we met in Bogota and took us to the Salt Mines which is impressing, among other things. Roberto in Cartagena was great, beautiful city. We had another guide that talked about Gabriel Garcia Marques who was great and very knowledgeable. We enjoyed very much our visit to Medellin with our guide Froi who was fabulous. We went to Peñol and Guatape which I personally loved the most. We also had a great experience in Comuna 13 seeing all the art, grafitis and music. The hotels selected were spectacular. The Drivers were all very nice and patient.
I used this company for the first time and will definetely use it again. They took excellent care of all the details.
My next trip will be Italy and hope it is as amasing as this one.

Hotel Reviews
Patio del Mundo
Medellín

Charming Boutique Hotel in a great location. Loved Luna, a golden retreiver.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Casa Medina Four Seasons
Bogotá, Cundinamarca

Beautiful old charm.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sofitel Baru Calablanca
Cartagena

Very nice place to get away

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Casa San Agustin
Cartagena de Indias

Our room was HUGE, beautiful and super comfortable

Authenticity & Character
Location
Right in the center
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Dinner Reservation at Harry Sasson
Bogotá

Food was superb

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dinner Reservation at Alma
Cartagena

We did not go due to problems in the kitchen.

Welcome to Colombia!
Colombia

We had private tours every time which is great. We felt comfortable and secure always. We felt we were among friends all the time.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
All of them were wonderful!!!!!!
Transport
There was always someone waiting for us. We did not waiste any time.
Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral Tour
Bogotá

It is very impresive!!!!!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
City Tour of Bogotá with Gold Museum, Local Market and Monserrate Hill
Bogotá

A lot of walking but worth it

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dinner Reservation at Humo Restaurant (Sofitel Barú Calablanca)
Isla Barú

It was good.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We walked because it is in the same hotel
Gabriel García Márquez Walking Tour
Cartagena

I forgot the name of this guide but he was so good that we felt we could almost see Gabo as he would describe his life. Wonderful and recommended.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
we walked
Dinner Reservation at Mistura
Cartagena

too tired and could not make it

Airport Transfer: {{start_location}} to {{end_location}} & Guatape and El Peñol Tour
Colombia

I thought I would not climb the rock but I got to the top!!!! Beautiful, Beautiful view. I loved the town of Guatape.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dinner Reservation at Leo Cocina y Cava - Please confirm on your side
Bogotá

Here was the only dinner I did not enjoy. Super, and I mean SUPER expensive. It is an experience but I did not like hardly any of the entries. They even gave us ants as part of a dish. I asked for the pairing which I thought was wine pairing but they gave us all sorts of hard licor. I finished drunk and forgot to check if they had subtracted the amout we had to pay when we made the reservation. I would not recommend this restaurant.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Arrival to the Islands (Hotel Sofitel Calablanca)
Isla Barú

Everything went smoothly. Very pleasant stay

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Day at the Islands (Hotel Sofitel Calablanca)
Isla Barú

We rented a power boat that took us to most of the Rosario Islands. We had a great time

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Departure from the Islands (Hotel Sofitel Calablanca)
Isla Barú

We had a big private boat just for us.

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Transport
Sunset Drinks Suggestion at Café del Mar
Cartagena

We went too early and the sun was killing us, so we left. But it is a nice place

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guides were not needed
Transport
no transport needed
Dinner Reservation at Candé
Cartagena

Place was crowded. It had live music and dancers. Ambiance was nice.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
walked
Transport
walked
City Tour of Cartagena (Half Day)
Cartagena

Roberto was great. He talks alot and time flies

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Mangrove Tour with local Fisherman
Cartagena

Great, we went in a wooden conoe through the mangroves and saw how they fish.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Suggested Salsa Dancing at Cafe Havana
Cartagena

too tired to go dancing

Dinner Reservation at OCI.Mde
Medellín

Very nice.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
City Tour of Medellín (with Local Market and Comuna 13)
Medellín

We had a great day and managed to see evan more things. It was very interesting and we enjoyed the art, the grafiti, the music and our guide.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dinner Reservation at El Cielo - Please confirm on your side
Colombia

This was really a great expirience I highly recommend!!!! Good from start to finish. We had a wine pairing and we enjoyed it very much. Place is very preaty also.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Depart Colombia
Colombia

It is sad when it comes to an end. We made new friends and had a wonderful time

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Transport
Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Oct 01, 2022

Hola Diana,
Muchas Gracias por esta recomendación y un placer conocerte! Thank you so much for visiting Colombia, and for trusting us with your trip. I will pass on your feedback to your guides, and thank for taking the time to write about each of them. And I also love el Peñol and Guatape and very glad you had a great time there, and in Colombia! We look forward to helping you with your next trips and sending you my very best wishes to you and your family!

Margoth

Perfect holidays
Colombia | Sep 2 - Sep 17, 2022

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Renaud C.
Canada | Reviewed on Sep 22, 2022

Margoth was incredible during the planning process, selecting destinations, hotels and even restaurants according to our preferences. On site, her team was amazing in making the logistics completely seamless and were always available within a few minutes for any question we had, regardless of place and time. The guides were fantastic, the transfers on-time, comfortable and safe Unforgettable holidays were we had to think of nothing else than enjoying ourselves, from beginning to end.... read more

Margoth was incredible during the planning process, selecting destinations, hotels and even restaurants according to our preferences. On site, her team was amazing in making the logistics completely seamless and were always available within a few minutes for any question we had, regardless of place and time. The guides were fantastic, the transfers on-time, comfortable and safe Unforgettable holidays were we had to think of nothing else than enjoying ourselves, from beginning to end.
Muchas gracias por todo !

Hotel Reviews
Calanoa Lodge
Leticia
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
El Cielo Hotel
Medellin
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Senda Watapuy
Santa Marta
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Sophia
Cartagena
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Artisan D.C. Hotel, Autograph Collection
Bogotá
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Sep 22, 2022

Thank you for making us a part of your trip Renaud, and a pleasure meeting you and Sandra! Our guides, team and everyone involved spoke so highly of you both and we will always remember you and your beautiful and skillful way of writing! MUCHAS GRACIAS for sharing this experience with us, and we hope you come and visit Colombia again! Hasta muy pronto, Margoth

Our Colombia trip was amazing!
Colombia | Aug 26 - Sep 7, 2022

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Marissa M.
Portland, OR | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2022

Our Colombia trip was amazing! Wendy and her team went above and beyond to provide unique experiences for us from mountain biking to a natural mud volcano in Cartagena to running with locals in Bogota on Sundays when they close major streets. We visited locals houses within each city to really experience Colombian culture and food. The local guides allowed us to really get to know each city we visited. With limited public transportation in Colombia, the ease of the private car was super nice... read more

Our Colombia trip was amazing! Wendy and her team went above and beyond to provide unique experiences for us from mountain biking to a natural mud volcano in Cartagena to running with locals in Bogota on Sundays when they close major streets. We visited locals houses within each city to really experience Colombian culture and food. The local guides allowed us to really get to know each city we visited. With limited public transportation in Colombia, the ease of the private car was super nice and convenient.

Hotel Review
Hotel Boutique Sazagua
Pereira

This was a super relaxing place to stay. The staff was super nice and patient when we were trying to speak broken spanish to them. The spa was a great deal too!

Authenticity & Character
Location
You can't walk from this hotel to get food/drink
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Mountain Bike Experience in Turbaco
Cartagena

This was such a unique experience. Mountain biking to a natural mud volcano where we got into the mud and exfoliated our skin.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Wendy Romero
Wendy
Wendy Romero
Local specialist in Santa Marta | Reviewed on Sep 20, 2022

Hi Marissa,
I appreciate your feedback.
Thank you for all those good comments. I am happy you had an amazing trip here in Colombia!
We hope to see you soon here!
Best,
Wendy

Colombian Getaway
Colombia | Aug 19 - Aug 27, 2022

Melissa
Melissa C.
Bethpage, NY | Reviewed on Sep 10, 2022

KimKim took the worry out of planning our trip to Colombia. Our local specialist, Wendy, was always accessible and did a wonderful job coordinating all of our city-to-city flights, ground transportation, and excursions (including local English speaking guides at each destination). My family visited Bogota for two days (visiting Museo del Oro, Museo Botero, Cerro de Monserrate, Catedral de Sal, and Andres Carne de Res Chia), Eje Cafetero for 3 days (visiting Cafe La Morelia coffee farm, Valle... read more

KimKim took the worry out of planning our trip to Colombia. Our local specialist, Wendy, was always accessible and did a wonderful job coordinating all of our city-to-city flights, ground transportation, and excursions (including local English speaking guides at each destination). My family visited Bogota for two days (visiting Museo del Oro, Museo Botero, Cerro de Monserrate, Catedral de Sal, and Andres Carne de Res Chia), Eje Cafetero for 3 days (visiting Cafe La Morelia coffee farm, Valle de Cocora horseback riding and hiking, Finlandia, Salento, and Panaca) and finally, Cartagena for 2 days (visiting Castillo de San Felipe de Barajas, Convent of Santa Cruz de la Popa, Getsemani, the walled city, Baru & Isla Rosario). It was a FABULOUS trip celebrating our 10th wedding anniversary -- and we will never forget it!

Our only two complaints were (1.) visiting the "Encanto House" in Finlandia --which was not a house at all & was very under-whelming!) and (2.) Our trip to Baru and The Rosario Islands which took far too long to get to (over 5 hours). We let our specialist, Wendy, know about these two complaints and she was very apologetic & did her best to rectify the problems.

We will definitely use KimKim again inthe future and recommend to family & friends!

Hotel Reviews
AC Hotel by Marriott Bogota Zona T
Bogotá

Hotel was fantastic; however, it was in an extremely congested area (took almost an hour to get a few blocks in the car!)

Authenticity & Character
Location
Very very busy street with LOTS of traffic
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ecohotel Monte Tierra

Our 1st time "glamping" -- what a spectacular location/view. The hotel had a very friendly dog, Rocky, which we ALL loved. Leave yourself some extra time to go/come - as the road leading to the hotel is not finished!

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Casa Don Luis BY FARANDA BOUTIQUE
CARTAGENA

Gorgeous hotel with delicious restaurant inside. HIGHLY recommend.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Wendy Romero
Wendy
Wendy Romero
Local specialist in Santa Marta | Reviewed on Oct 19, 2022

Hi Dear Melissa,
Thank you for your feedback and explanation of each experience that you had here in the country.
I am glad you had a good experience and I receive your comments about Encanto House and the time you take on the road to Barú. We work every day to give our travelers the best experience.
Have a great evening,
Best,
Wendy

Top country
Colombia | Aug 18 - Aug 31, 2022

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lorenzo d.
Italy | Reviewed on Sep 01, 2022

Great Experience,
Best guides in Bogotà at the market (Alejandro?) and in tayrona, Aruen
Need experience Ely in bogota
All places remarkable except for Santa Marta, nothing really to see and remember
Also the trip to playa tranquilla was far from expectation, too far, too crowdy read more

Great Experience,
Best guides in Bogotà at the market (Alejandro?) and in tayrona, Aruen
Need experience Ely in bogota
All places remarkable except for Santa Marta, nothing really to see and remember
Also the trip to playa tranquilla was far from expectation, too far, too crowdy

Hotel Review
Villa Playa
Magdalena

Great position and wonderful room, try the spa

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Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Sep 01, 2022

Dear Lorenzo, Federica and Michela,

It was a great pleasure for all of us to accompany you on your journey through Colombia. It was very nice with you and I was very happy to see that you were able to enjoy the country to the fullest.

The beaches in and around Cartagena are always very crowded, you are right. Nevertheless, I hope you were able to enjoy the last beach day. :)

We are looking forward to your next visit!

The Chaska Tours Team

Michael was very helpful with any small or bi...
Colombia | Aug 14 - Aug 24, 2022

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Rita S.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Aug 25, 2022

Michael was very helpful with any small or big issue. He was available on whatsup within minutes and found a solution to every problem very effectively. We liked all guides but the most helpful and knowledgeable was Alex. We loved our trip and the only thing we wish was is to stay few more days in Colombia. We would also probably choose a different hotel in Cartagena. read more

Michael was very helpful with any small or big issue. He was available on whatsup within minutes and found a solution to every problem very effectively. We liked all guides but the most helpful and knowledgeable was Alex. We loved our trip and the only thing we wish was is to stay few more days in Colombia. We would also probably choose a different hotel in Cartagena.

Hotel Review
Hotel Casa Tere
Cartagena

Location is great but rooms are tiny and breakfast was not good

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Aug 25, 2022

Hello Rita, Rostislav, Susanna & Semyon :)

How nice that you enjoyed the trip in Colombia so much! It was a pleasure to help you at any time with your questions and concerns!

Thank you also for the tip with the hotel Casa Tere in Cartagena. So far, our guests have always been very enthusiastic about the hotel. But after your comment about it, I can of course understand that you were not completely satisfied with it. This information always helps me to make future trips even better. Thank... read more

Hello Rita, Rostislav, Susanna & Semyon :)

How nice that you enjoyed the trip in Colombia so much! It was a pleasure to help you at any time with your questions and concerns!

Thank you also for the tip with the hotel Casa Tere in Cartagena. So far, our guests have always been very enthusiastic about the hotel. But after your comment about it, I can of course understand that you were not completely satisfied with it. This information always helps me to make future trips even better. Thank you very much for that.

We wish you all the best and will pass on the credit to Alex.

Best regards from San Agustín,
Michael

Me encanta Colombia!
Colombia | Aug 9 - Aug 17, 2022

Victoria
Victoria S.
San Rafael, CA | Reviewed on Aug 21, 2022

My husband and I spent 8 days traveling in Colombia in August. This was our first time using a travel agency or service such as kimkim, and we are so grateful that we did! From the very beginning, our specialist Andrea developed an exciting itinerary that fulfilled our travel wishes; when I asked if she could lower the overall cost, she was able to make adjustments without sacrificing too much of the fun and comfort.

All of our local guides in each city (Andrea in Bogotá, Juan and Ivan in... read more

My husband and I spent 8 days traveling in Colombia in August. This was our first time using a travel agency or service such as kimkim, and we are so grateful that we did! From the very beginning, our specialist Andrea developed an exciting itinerary that fulfilled our travel wishes; when I asked if she could lower the overall cost, she was able to make adjustments without sacrificing too much of the fun and comfort.

All of our local guides in each city (Andrea in Bogotá, Juan and Ivan in Pereira, and Aura in Cartagena) were all spectacular! It was so special to have guides who were both passionate about their regions and excited to share it with others through tourism. We learned so much from our conversations with each guide (all of whom spoke exceptional English)!

Some other general comments include that most of the trip was already paid for once we arrived in Colombia, that we really didn't have to worry about having cash on us - from activities to transportation! Additionally, our specialist Andrea was extremely responsive through WhatsApp and answered any questions we had very promptly and thoroughly.

Colombia is a beautiful country, the people that we encountered were so warm and friendly, and the food is just delicious! 12/10.

Hotel Review
Casa San Carlos Lodge
Pereira

Casa San Carlos is absolutely stunning and we are so happy we were able to stay here during our visit; we even had a free day that we were able to spend by the pool. I did, however, want to share some feedback surrounding the food and hospitality: things were a bit disorganized. Staff seemed eager to please but, as culminating example, when we were checking out and settling the bills for meals (which we had charged to the room each evening) all but one or two items were incorrect. The front desk worked with us to go through and correctly itemize, but it felt very messy and I ultimately feel like we payed less than we ought to (could have easily been the opposite problem, as well).

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Traditional Farmers Market
Bogotá

Maria, who leads the food tour, is just wonderful! We learned so much from her about the diversity of fruit in Colombia and sustainability efforts. We really enjoyed this; however, the quantity (not quality!) of fruit did manage to give me indigestion so be sure to prepare your gut accordingly!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Hiking in the Cócora Valley up to "The Hummingbird House" & Explore Salento & Filandia
Colombia

This hike is not for the faint of heart! I was sore for the following two days but WOW what a gorgeous vista and awesome experience. Our guide Ivan saw that we only had sneakers and helped us rent rain boots to hike in, which I am grateful for since the trail can be very muddy!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Rum & Chocolate Tasting
Cartagena

I enjoyed this more than I thought I would! Jesus is so charming and conversational, and the rums were very delicious. Really fun way to have a taste of Cartagena.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our driver in Cartagena, Emerson, was one of our favorites! He was so kind and accommodating!
Transport
Knowing Cartagena to the Rhythm of Salsa
Cartagena

Wish we had enjoyed this more, but it was very basic and took place in a pretty bare bones dance studio in what felt like an apartment building. If you have any salsa experience already, this is probably not for you - but it might be if you are total beginner.

Quality of Experience
Local specialist: Andrea Morita
Andrea
Andrea Morita
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Aug 22, 2022

My dear Victoria,
Thank you, thank you so much for your lovely review and feedback about all your experiences in our country. Thank you so much for your time and for providing these valuable details to always keep working hard for our travelers and our country.
María, Aurita, Andreita, Juan, Iván, and Emerson send both of you a lot of love and hugs for your beautiful words. They were all so happy to hear from you.
Here we are always happy to welcome you back to our country.
I wish you all the best. Take care!
With love,
Andrea

COLOMBIA is a MUST!!!
Colombia | Jul 10 - Jul 19, 2022

Sandra
Sandra B.
Brushy Creek, TX | Reviewed on Aug 21, 2022

Cesar who went on several trips with me was amazing and passionate about his country and the culture, and mostly the history as to what makes Colombia what it is today. Harem was equally amazing whilst visiting Tayrona Park and the Sierra Nevada, This is such a beautiful place and I enjoyed hiking in the mountains to get to the beach. The views and water are spectacular! I had a guide to match in Jaruem😁. Emerson was the best driver and I was lucky to have him navigate between several... read more

Cesar who went on several trips with me was amazing and passionate about his country and the culture, and mostly the history as to what makes Colombia what it is today. Harem was equally amazing whilst visiting Tayrona Park and the Sierra Nevada, This is such a beautiful place and I enjoyed hiking in the mountains to get to the beach. The views and water are spectacular! I had a guide to match in Jaruem😁. Emerson was the best driver and I was lucky to have him navigate between several destinations. The perfect, most patient and caring driver I have come across. Cartagena was a blast! Loved the mud bath at Volcan Totumo!!!!I went to Rosario Island on my own and it was amazing!
I loved Colombia so much that I extended my flight and went to MEDELLÍN and that was the best decision ever!

Hotel Review
Villa Playa
Magdalena

Room was spacious and clean, keyless entry. The bathroom was gorgeous! The balcony was used for me to take salsa lessons. Cannot comment on food since I did not eat there. My shower door did not close. I also had an issue with the safe several times, but staff was extremely courteous and helpful. Did not have an opportunity to indulge in spa services. Room service is limited and the chicken closed by 6pm

Authenticity & Character
Wonderful guides
Location
I’m the middle of squares, shops and nightlife
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Excursion to Tayrona National Park - Relax on Gairaca Beach
Tayrona National Park

The beauty of the beaches of Tayrona are compared to Seychelles. There is a lot of walking, but that’s perfect for me.I had the best guide in Jaruem!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Cartagena City Tour
Cartagena
Tour to Totumo Volcano
Cartagena
Day Trip to San Basilio de Palenque
Cartagena

Definitely another one of my favorites. To learn about the people from Palenque was a special treat. I feel blessed to have seen where Graciela was from and to see where Afreneto’s beats began and the famous boxer Pambele and how he gave back to his home town . This is the place for roper who truly appreciates history and culture. By far one of my favorite experiences!!!!

Quality of Experience
Taught words and phrases in Palenque language, made famous candy, and danced at the museum.
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Best guide in Cesar, and Emerson is the best and most courteous driver I have come across in all my travels around the world. These gentlemen made my trip. Love them!
Transport
Driver is second to none. Helpful, courteous, patient and he even drove me from Cartagena to Tayrona which is quite a distance, but he made stops as necessary and explained more about the areas who drove through on the way there( such as Barranquilla and the Venezuelan communities
Cartagena Dance Class
Cartagena

I had a personal salsa lesson with Anyerson and boy was it fun, a bit challenging toward the end, but with a patient instructor well versed in dancing and having an easygoing personality all went well and I am a better salsa dancer than I ever thought possible.

Quality of Experience
Dancing
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Personality
Hike Tayrona National Park
Tayrona National Park

Best two days withJaruem. We had a blast and he took the best photos of me in the nicest parts of the park. I am beyond pleased with my entire experience. Passionate about animals and pointed out cotton top monkeys to me. Bought coonut water from Indigenous people and even took a photo. I couldn’t have dreamt of a nicer person. He went above and beyond for me and I am forever grateful.

Quality of Experience
My guide. I lucked out during my entire trip with guides.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
My driver back to Cartagena was really sweet, but she had some issues finding my hotel in Cartagena( understandably because streets in Getsemani are narrow) and the ride was just mediocre. There was an issue with her trunk not opening both in Yayrona and upon arrival in Cartagena, but it all worked out. Nothing bad and nothing special.
Cartagena Street Food Tour
Cartagena
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Sep 04, 2022

Dear Sandra,

it was a pleasure for us to organize your trip through Colombia. We are very happy that you had such a great time here and were so satisfied with all the excursions, transfers and hotels!

We would also like to send you warm greetings from our partners.

Best regards from San Agustín,
the Chaska Tours Team

Best Colombian experience
Colombia | Aug 6 - Aug 14, 2022

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Blesilda D.
Walnut Creek, CA | Reviewed on Aug 16, 2022

Trip selections were excellent. Felt like I saw and experienced the best of Colombia. People were nice and friendly. Guides and drivers were knowledgeable and made us comfortable and safe. Special mention to David in Perreria and Sol in Medellin. Now I understand why we had to take 3 plane rides inside the country. So we can see the best places at such a limited time. Most notable experience and sights for mr include Gold museum, Monserrat Hill, Horse back ride, Cofee plantation, Climbing the... read more

Trip selections were excellent. Felt like I saw and experienced the best of Colombia. People were nice and friendly. Guides and drivers were knowledgeable and made us comfortable and safe. Special mention to David in Perreria and Sol in Medellin. Now I understand why we had to take 3 plane rides inside the country. So we can see the best places at such a limited time. Most notable experience and sights for mr include Gold museum, Monserrat Hill, Horse back ride, Cofee plantation, Climbing the rock in Guatape, Communal 13 walking tour, Islabela beach tour, the Cartagena walled town and its plazas and dancers, the gourmet meals we tasted suggested by our guides, seeing Botero paintings and Sculptures, Food tour, and many more . And Thank you Michael for being accommodating and flexible to our schedule as well as David who subbed for you while you were away. KimKim is one of the best tour org. I have seen. Very organized and detail oriented. Thank you Chaska team for a wonderful experience.

Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Aug 22, 2022

Dear Blesilda and Grace,
how nice that you could get to know this great country so well in this short time! I am glad to hear that you had such a good experience with the guides and drivers. Also glad to hear that we as the Chaska team were always able to help! :)
If you want to visit this fabulous country again, we will be happy to show you the other beautiful corners of the country!

Best regards! :)

We had a fantastic time in Colombia, and Wend...
Colombia | Jul 20 - Jul 29, 2022

Laura
Laura P.
Portland, OR | Reviewed on Aug 14, 2022

We had a fantastic time in Colombia, and Wendy and our wonderful guides were such a huge part of that! Wendy did a great job of designing our itinerary and responding to our requests and interests, and each of our guides-- Andrea in Bogota, Andres in Medellin, and Oscar in Cartagena-- were warm, knowledgeable, and totally organized. As a single mom of 2, I'm usually the one handling all the logistics, tickets, emergencies, et cetera. With Kim Kim, I was able to relax and just enjoy an... read more

We had a fantastic time in Colombia, and Wendy and our wonderful guides were such a huge part of that! Wendy did a great job of designing our itinerary and responding to our requests and interests, and each of our guides-- Andrea in Bogota, Andres in Medellin, and Oscar in Cartagena-- were warm, knowledgeable, and totally organized. As a single mom of 2, I'm usually the one handling all the logistics, tickets, emergencies, et cetera. With Kim Kim, I was able to relax and just enjoy an engaging, energizing vacation. Thank you!

Hotel Review
El Cielo Hotel
Medellin

This is a terrific hotel. All the staff were super friendly and helpful, and the food was amazing-- we were lucky enough to get to eat at the restaurant, but the bistro was great too.

Authenticity & Character
all the greenery
Location
Staff
super warm
Cleanliness & Comfort
I liked that they are eco-conscious. Everything was pristine.
Local specialist: Wendy Romero
Wendy
Wendy Romero
Local specialist in Santa Marta | Reviewed on Aug 15, 2022

Hi Dear Laura,
It was a real pleasure meeting you in Bogotá!
We appreciate your comments and that you did relax and enjoy the trip.
We hope you can come back with your children, we will receive you with open arms!
Hope to see you back soon.
Best,
Wendy

Wendy did an amazing job coordinating everyth...
Colombia | Jul 29 - Aug 8, 2022

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Mike O.
Tucson, AZ | Reviewed on Aug 11, 2022

Wendy did an amazing job coordinating everything on our trip to Colombia. There were lots of moving pieces and we visited multiple cities. Great trip thanks to Wendy and her team! We will definitely use Kim Kim again. Thanks for everything! read more

Wendy did an amazing job coordinating everything on our trip to Colombia. There were lots of moving pieces and we visited multiple cities. Great trip thanks to Wendy and her team! We will definitely use Kim Kim again. Thanks for everything!

Hotel Reviews
El Cielo Hotel
Medellin

Wonderful hotel. Very personal service and great location. Restaurant and service were excellent.

Authenticity & Character
Very nice boutique hotel.
Location
Very centrally located.
Staff
Service was impeccable.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Casa Origen
Santa Marta

Loved this hotel. Was a bit of a transition given what we are used too. But really enjoyed the stay. The ladies in the kitchen were wonderful. Very nice quiet place that has great access to the park and just a quick walk to the beach.

Authenticity & Character
Very nice setting.
Location
Isolated - but that is what made it charming.
Staff
Excellent service.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Remember fit is an Eco Lodge (not a 4 seasons). So, when visiting, keep that in mind. We had a blast.
Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton
Cartagena

Excellent hotel. We stayed in the 2nd building (which I would recommend - quieter and nicer rooms). Food was very good and the hotel is close to everything. Service was impeccable.

Authenticity & Character
Excellent.
Location
Great location - central to everything.
Staff
Staff is very attentive.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very good.
Activity Reviews
Discover Santa Marta
Colombia

Jovan did a wonderful job.

Quality of Experience
Excellent.
Food
Very good.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Jovan and our driver were excellent.
Transport
Very good.
Taironaka & River tubing at Don Diego River
Colombia

Nice relaxing float trip. Gave us a break after a lot of walking tours. Guides were great.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Free availability of transportation service
Colombia

Jimmy and our guide did a great job.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Discover the iconic Comuna 13 & Medellín
Medellín

Mario and Jimmy (driver) did an excellent job. Lunch could have been a bit better - but overall wonderful time.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Mario and Jimmy did a stellar job!
Transport
Jimmy was excellent!
Colorful Colombia: Guatapé & El Peñol
Colombia

Nice trip

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Discover the Magical City of Cartagena & Getsemaní
Cartagena

Driver was excellent - guide was a bit average. This was the only part of a trip that was “average.”.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Driver was excellent - guide was average.
Transport
Driver did an excellent job.
Local specialist: Wendy Romero
Wendy
Wendy Romero
Local specialist in Santa Marta | Reviewed on Aug 15, 2022

Hi Michael,
Thanks for your feedback! More than a job is our passion to create and have the best itinerary for you and your wife. I am happy you had a good experience in the country.
I will forward your comments to the hotels and guides on each destination.
Anything you need, we are happy to help!
Best,
Wendy

Trip of a lifetime! My husband and I decided ...
Colombia | Jul 24 - Aug 1, 2022

Amy
Amy F.
Torrance, CA | Reviewed on Aug 09, 2022

Trip of a lifetime! My husband and I decided to go to Colombia for our 15 yr anniversary. We didn’t know much about the country and decided to try KimKim. This was a huge game changer!! Margoth was absolutely amazing in the planning. She knew we wanted to see the coffee region and suggested we try Hacienda Bambusa. With only 8 rooms it can fill quickly. From there the rest of the trip was planned.
We started in Bogotá and had the most knowledgeable tour guide Byron. Being a history major... read more

Trip of a lifetime! My husband and I decided to go to Colombia for our 15 yr anniversary. We didn’t know much about the country and decided to try KimKim. This was a huge game changer!! Margoth was absolutely amazing in the planning. She knew we wanted to see the coffee region and suggested we try Hacienda Bambusa. With only 8 rooms it can fill quickly. From there the rest of the trip was planned.
We started in Bogotá and had the most knowledgeable tour guide Byron. Being a history major he knew the city well. Even showed me the best spots for picture taking. If you are into hiking I highly recommend taking one of the hikes in Chingaza. The local guide was able to give us such a deep understanding of the indigenous Colombian people.
In Armenia we had the best hospitality. Cocoa tour, horseback riding. So many surprises along the way. Our guide and driver here were top notch talking us to some amazing coffee shops and restaurants off the main tourist streets.
One of the best parts about Kim Kim was having amazing guides and drivers in each city. We were able to cover so much ground and have a deeper cultural experience. It completely changed my outlook of foreign travel. Thank you Margoth!!!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Casa Medina Four Seasons
Bogotá, Cundinamarca

So comfortable and charming. This hotel was absolutely stunning. We loved the breakfast each morning in the lovely atrium style restaurant. At night we chatted it up with the bartender who taught us more about the local area and drinks. His English was great and we were able to practice our Spanish. Spa services were great too!! Liked that it was in a safe neighborhood.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hacienda Bambusa
El Caimo

This place makes you feel like royalty. They greet you by name from the moment you arrive. Even staff members I had not met were able to greet me by my first name, so impressive. The rooms were beautiful with hammocks and hummingbirds. The flora and bird watching made me want to stay forever.

Authenticity & Character
Loved everything!
Location
Close to airport but they need to work on the roads.
Staff
Greeting us by name. Waiting with fresh cool towels when we arrived back from excursions. Surprise picnic table and drinks in the bamboo forest.
Cleanliness & Comfort
El Cielo Hotel
Medellin
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Loved the turn down service with the yummy treats.
Activity Reviews
Coffee Shops Usaquen recommendations (no transportation and activity not included)
Bogotá

This was one of my husbands favorite meals in Colombia and he is a foodie. Cute patio. Seafood soup and Sangria are recommended.

Chingaza Natural National Park Tour
Bogotá

Hands down the most informative hike I have ever done. Our local guide Gabrielle was from Muisca descent. His love for the culture and environment was inspiring. We hiked to the infamous lagoons, touched the sacred rocks. Loved it despite the rain and mud. We stopped for lunch in Guasca. Felt good to discover the smaller cities with so much culture.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Cocora Valley,  Salento, and Coffee Farm Visit
Colombia

This was a bit of a drive from our hotel but well worth it. We were lucky to see the Colombian condor close up. The walk was easy and breathtaking. Fun picture spots. Salento was colorful and had great shopping.

Cacao Tour
Colombia

Loved this tour and learned a lot about cacao farming. My only wish is that the tour was a bit longer so it could include the end stages of cacao production and to actually taste some of it. Cacao tour without actually tasting any chocolate was a little disappointing. Best part was hands down the guide. Sebastian was informative and easy to talk too.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Aug 10, 2022

Hi Amy,
Thank you SO much for your review and it was amazing to meet you and Zach, and to have you in Colombia! And thank you for celebrating your anniversary in Colombia! Your feedback is extremely valuable and thank you for taking the time to write your comments and review. We hope you stay in touch and it will be a pleasure to have you again in Colombia in the future. All our Best Wishes to you and your beautiful family and stay in touch,
Margoth

Our trip to Colombia was amazing!
Colombia | Jul 20 - Jul 29, 2022

Jen
Jen D.
Arcadia, CA | Reviewed on Aug 03, 2022

Our trip to Colombia was amazing. I whole heartedly recommend this trip to anyone seeking an interesting, inspiring and fun vacation. Wendy was a fabulous specialist - very responsive, helpful and kind. We enjoyed so many activities! In Bogota we loved visiting the Traditional Farmers Market with Maria Jose. She was so passionate about Colombia and her work. We learned so much and enjoyed the fruit and market. We had a blast dancing during a LBGT night in Bogotá! Our guide... read more

Our trip to Colombia was amazing. I whole heartedly recommend this trip to anyone seeking an interesting, inspiring and fun vacation. Wendy was a fabulous specialist - very responsive, helpful and kind. We enjoyed so many activities! In Bogota we loved visiting the Traditional Farmers Market with Maria Jose. She was so passionate about Colombia and her work. We learned so much and enjoyed the fruit and market. We had a blast dancing during a LBGT night in Bogotá! Our guide throughout, Andrea, was absolutely lovely. We learned so much about the city, Colombia and a bit about what it is like to live there. We loved our experience in Medellín. What a beautiful city. Our guide Andres was awesome. We were in awe of how this city and the community has transformed after so much suffering. The vibrancy and passion we felt in the Comuna 13 was amazing. I think I will most remember the moving stories, hopefulness and how much incredible work performed by the community has transformed this city. We also had a fun evening out to a gay bar with Andres. Great conversations! The visit to the “silletera” farm was lovely as well. Our last days were spent in Cartagena. Really had some great meals! Also had a blast with the rum and chocolate tasting! As I write this review, I feel a longing to go back! It truly was amazing. My impression is mostly of the people we met, our guides and others we spoke with. I feel so grateful for how much I learned and got to experience in this beautiful country with such amazing people.

Activity Reviews
Traditional Farmers Market
Bogotá
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The City of Eternal Spring and Its Story of Transformation
Medellín
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
LBGT Night in Bogotá
Bogotá
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Colorful Colombia: Guatapé & El Peñol
Colombia
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Enjoy Medellín Nightlife
Medellín
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Rum & Chocolate Tasting
Cartagena
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Wendy Romero
Wendy
Wendy Romero
Local specialist in Santa Marta | Reviewed on Aug 08, 2022

Hi Dear Jen and Laura!
It was amazing knowing you and I do really appreciate your feedback!
I am happy that you had an incredible experience in our country. I will send your comments to our local guides who send you as well regards and hope you come back soon!
Colombia waits for you on your next trip with open arms!
Have a wonderful day!
Best,
Wendy

Go to Colombia and experience its wonders!
Colombia | Jul 15 - Jul 21, 2022

Jessica
Jessica A.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Jul 24, 2022

What an incredible experience!

Michael was attentive and listened to my needs on the trip. Each guide, Jose and Roberto, were kind, accommodating, and knowledgeable. Each excursion and outing brought my spouse and I a little closer to the amazing spirit of the people of Colombia. Each accommodation was comfortable and sustainably minded. I cannot say enough great things about this trip and I cannot recommend this once-in-a-lifetime experience enough. Go to Colombia and experience its wonders! read more

What an incredible experience!

Michael was attentive and listened to my needs on the trip. Each guide, Jose and Roberto, were kind, accommodating, and knowledgeable. Each excursion and outing brought my spouse and I a little closer to the amazing spirit of the people of Colombia. Each accommodation was comfortable and sustainably minded. I cannot say enough great things about this trip and I cannot recommend this once-in-a-lifetime experience enough. Go to Colombia and experience its wonders!

Hotel Reviews
La Campana Hotel Boutique
Medellín

Delicious breakfast options and a really unique experience. I felt like I was part of a family! Rooms and beds were so comfortable. Bathrooms were a bit small, but that's the American in me.

Authenticity & Character
Location
About a ten minute walk from tons
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Don Pedro De Heredia
Cartagena de Indias

What a cool building and the staff was so kind. The room had lots of old world charm, including a tiny bathroom and gaps in window frames just small enough for mosquitoes. Would have loved a mosquito net in my room for the stay, but other than that, it was a wonderful place AND really close to everything.

Authenticity & Character
Location
You could not beat this location.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Mosquito nets, please!
Activity Reviews
Coffee-Culture Tour
Medellín

Wow! What a fun experience. This was my husband's favorite stop. We learned a lot, interacted with the landscape, and had great coffee/juice.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Daytrip: Silletera Culture in Santa Elena & La Piedra de Guatapé
Medellín

Wow! I loved every minute of this day! The drive was beautiful, the monolith was such an adventure, Guatape was SO BEAUTIFUL, lunch was DELICIOUS, and the floral farm was such a fun cultural experience. This was my favorite day of the trip!

Quality of Experience
Food
Oh wow! I will think about that lunch a lot!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Tour to Totumo Volcano
Cartagena

What a fun experience, but too many tourist traps. I ended up tipping so many people and while we were somewhat warned about it, it was still a lot.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Medellín Transformation Tour
Medellín

An incredible experience! I wish it wasn't fresh off a flight and I had more energy. It went so quickly.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide was INCREDIBLE. I learned so much
Transport
Cartagena Bike Tour
Cartagena

I would have loved this more had I not been so tired and had it not been so hot.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Jul 25, 2022

Dear Jessica,
We are happy to hear that you were able to collect such great impressions in Colombia. It is wonderful that you were able to get to know the magic and special energy of this marvelous country and that you were able to gather such great experiences in all destinations.
We are very happy that you enjoyed the trip so much!
Thanks a lot and
Best regards from the whole Chaska Team,
Michael

We LOVED our time in Cartagena and really app...
Colombia | Jul 10 - Jul 14, 2022

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Elizabeth Z.
Aspen Hill, MD | Reviewed on Jul 18, 2022

We LOVED our time in Cartagena and really appreciated the care Michael took to make sure each detail was thought out. The Armeria Real hotel suited our family well and the sleeping loft gave our daughter somewhere to hide away when she wanted a moment alone.

We particularly enjoyed the chocolate workshop at ChocoMuseo with Cindy. Our active 9-year-old was involved in every step. The owner, Abe, stopped by and gave us a bit of a taste of the rum experience from his other property Rumbox... read more

We LOVED our time in Cartagena and really appreciated the care Michael took to make sure each detail was thought out. The Armeria Real hotel suited our family well and the sleeping loft gave our daughter somewhere to hide away when she wanted a moment alone.

We particularly enjoyed the chocolate workshop at ChocoMuseo with Cindy. Our active 9-year-old was involved in every step. The owner, Abe, stopped by and gave us a bit of a taste of the rum experience from his other property Rumbox across the street. We went there later for dinner. That was a highlight but the workshop with Cindy was a wonderful, intimate, personalized way to kick off our adventure in Cartagena. She was knowledgeable and patient. We bought rum and chocolate to bring home to share with others.

We also loved the bike tour with Oscar. What a GREAT tour guide! So warm and a great story teller. We were not the steadiest on our bikes but he matched our pace and was reassuring. He sought out a great little coffee shop, which was a highlight for my husband. He helped our daughter make connections between Colombian history and what she'd already learned of US history. And he knew everyone all over town. I felt like we were rolling along with a local celebrity.

The dance lesson was a bit less successful - we learned how to dance but using the dining room at our hotel wasn't really the ambiance we were looking for. The instructor was great but it would have been nice to go out somewhere more lively. I suppose that's too much to ask at that time of day. Dance culture doesn't likely pick up until later at night. I did see Oscar took a video of us dancing - perhaps you could ask him for a copy and send it on to us?

The trip to the islands was lovely and I really liked IslaBela. It was not overrun like many of the reviews I'd read of other Rosario Island destinations.

Overall, a wonderful trip and using KimKim and Chaska helped us find the right balance between independent travel and expert on-the-ground guidance and support. Very satisfied!

Hotel Review
GHL Hotel Armería Real
Cartagena

The location in Getsemani was perfect and the rooftop pool is a great place to relax after a day of sightseeing. Take in the view of the city walls and the skyscrapers on the peninsula beyond as you lounge with a mojito from the bar. The room smelled a bit musty but the air conditioning was effective and the sheets were clean. They really need to boost the lighting in the interiors. The decor is charming and authentic to the neighborhood. For our family it was really perfect to have the two beds split into separate spaces, with a living room bedroom, and bathroom on the first floor, and another bedroom and bathroom in a sleeping loft above. This provided a little getaway for our daughter to decompress within shouting distance.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Right in the heart of Getsemani. Walkable to so many destinations.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Chocolate Workshop
Cartagena

This was amazing. Cindy was a wonderful tour guide through the process of making chocolate. She let us be hands-on for several steps of the process, handling the cocoa beans, shelling them, mashing them and finally pouring them into molds. She even customized our mixture so that it would not contain milk since I had an allergy. We learned so much and were inspired to eat dinner that night at their restaurant across the street - Rumbox - where they have a lovely rum-tasting experience that is also infused with chocoloate. This experience was everything we could hope for - personalized, sensory, informative and fun!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We walked - so not much to say about that.
Rosario Islands Day Trip
Cartagena

Lovely trip to the islands. It's so nice you get your own little cabana/bed upon arrival. The food was tasty. The vibe was relaxed. The snorkeling was a little bit of a disappointment in that the water was a bit rough. Not much they can do about that as tour operators, though. And there were lots of pretty fish.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Cartagena City-Tour by Bike
Cartagena

Oscar was a wonderful guide. Knowledgeable and friendly. He was greeting folks all over the city. He customized the tour to our interests. He worked with the bike rental place to make sure we got a tandem bike that suited our family. He scouted out a great coffee shop where my husband got to sample tasty coffee.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Cartagena Dance Class
Cartagena

The instructor was great. We learned how to dance. I somehow thought we'd do so at a more lively venue where we'd then be able to continue dancing. Doing the dancing in the empty dining room of our hotel was not an ideal location - especially since we were such a small group.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Jul 18, 2022

Hello dear Zitelli Familiy,

Thank you very much for your detailed travel report! It seems like you were able to get to know the beautiful side of Colombia! How great also that you could have such a great experience at the chocolate workshop and the city tour! I have already requested the video of your dance class and will send it to you as soon as Oscar forwards it to me.

You are always welcome back here in Colombia. The next time maybe in Medellín or the coffee zone? :)

With best regards from the whole Chaska Team!
Michael

Santa Marta and Cartagena
Colombia | Jun 29 - Jul 9, 2022

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Marcia L.
Lakewood, CO | Reviewed on Jul 16, 2022

A quick review for your quick reminder. Despite our COVID set-back, we have positive feelings about our trip. In fact, it was having KimKim’s arranging of our need for an altered itinerary that was especially helpful. Both of our guides, Yube and Roberto, were good, but Yube was especially good. We liked the way she talked about a wide range of subjects, something that gave us a sense of Colombia today. And our best day was the one where we went up to the mountains with her (although we never understood why we used a boat instead of tubes).

Local specialist: Wendy Romero
Wendy
Wendy Romero
Local specialist in Santa Marta | Reviewed on Jul 25, 2022

Dear Marcia,
Thank you for your feedback. We are happy you had a great experience in Colombia. Despite the Covid, our guides did their best to give you a good experience in Santa Marta and Cartagena. I hope you will come back so you can visit the Amazon and Bogotá.
Have a great night and regards to Mr. Jackson and Dale´s family.

We love Colombia! Thank you Margoth.
Colombia | Jul 1 - Jul 10, 2022

Carolyn
Carolyn K.
Canada | Reviewed on Jul 12, 2022

We love Colombia! It was a romantic, elegant cultural experience that gave us 10 days of non stop fun. Margoth was incredible. She planned a trip that was customized to us. I was not an easy client. Due to illness I had to cancel a big hike and Margoth saved our trip. She gave us smaller hikes including one up a rain forest river, a beautiful raft down a remote river and 2 nights in an elegant resort on exotic Baru. She chose incredible restaurants, found us the best guides and made... read more

We love Colombia! It was a romantic, elegant cultural experience that gave us 10 days of non stop fun. Margoth was incredible. She planned a trip that was customized to us. I was not an easy client. Due to illness I had to cancel a big hike and Margoth saved our trip. She gave us smaller hikes including one up a rain forest river, a beautiful raft down a remote river and 2 nights in an elegant resort on exotic Baru. She chose incredible restaurants, found us the best guides and made every airport pick up a pleasure. I felt we got incredible value. The hotels were just lovely. Margoth went above and beyond on so many occasions I can’t imagine ever going to Colombia without her. I can’t imagine ever travelling again without her - I am spoiled. She was always available to answer questions and ensure we were on time.

This trip opened our minds and our hearts to this stunning country. It was a trip of a lifetime. Thank you so so much Margoth. When you come back to Canada and I would love to meet you.

Hotel Reviews
Patio del Mundo
Medellín
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Terasu Salento
Salento, Quindío
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Kawa Mountain Retreat
Salento
Authenticity & Character
Location
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
It’s incredible. Bugs are there. We got used to it.
Sofitel Baru Calablanca
Cartagena
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton
Cartagena
Activity Reviews
Welcome to Colombia!
Colombia
Dinner Reservation at OCI.Mde
Medellín

Best food in a restaurant in Colombia hands down.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Raft Down the River ‘La Vieja’ (and local Picnic Lunch)
Colombia

Rosco was fun. Laura our guide was fantastic

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Jul 13, 2022

Carolyn it was a pleasure meeting you, and we loved having you and Colin in Colombia! THANK YOU for taking the time to write this review and we hope you come back to Colombia. Stay in touch and Best Wishes, Margoth

Wonderful trip
Colombia | Jun 19 - Jul 4, 2022

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Eva W.
Portland, OR | Reviewed on Jul 12, 2022

We had a great trip to Colombia. Both Felipe and Margoth helped us during the entire vacation and took care of everything from start to finish. All was outstanding but we especially liked our travel guide Pablo in Medellin, our tour to Cafe de la Cima, chocolate tasting at El Arsenal The Rum Box, Cartagena and the cooking class at Oh La La also in Cartagena. We would not hesitate to recommend Felipe to anyone that wants to visit Colombia. read more

We had a great trip to Colombia. Both Felipe and Margoth helped us during the entire vacation and took care of everything from start to finish. All was outstanding but we especially liked our travel guide Pablo in Medellin, our tour to Cafe de la Cima, chocolate tasting at El Arsenal The Rum Box, Cartagena and the cooking class at Oh La La also in Cartagena. We would not hesitate to recommend Felipe to anyone that wants to visit Colombia.

Activity Reviews
Coffee Farm Day Tour
Medellín

Wonderful! We loved it! Great visit with the family at this coffee farm.

Quality of Experience
Great coffee. Wonderful family.
Food
Excellent.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Amazing!
Transport
Great transportation.
Rafting Tour at Rio Claro
Medellín

So much fun! Highly recommend!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Cooking Class and Lunch
Cartagena

Very fun cooking class and great food.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
City Tour of Medellín (Comuna 13)
Medellín

Great tour! A must!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Wonderful!
Transport
Guatape and El Peñol
Colombia

Great experience!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Wonderful staff!
Transport
Welcome to Colombia!
Colombia

Just great!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Dinner Reservation at Andrés Carne de Res
Medellín

Loved this!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Alto de San Miguel Forest Reserve Birdwatching Tour
Medellín

Great tour!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Bird Sanctuary
Cartagena

Very nice!

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Depart Colombia
Colombia

Went great!

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Transport
Local specialist: Felipe Rico
Felipe
Felipe Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Jul 12, 2022

Hi Eva,
Thank you so much for your review!
It was a pleasure having you in Colombia, and it has been great meeting you!
Muchas gracias for visiting Colombia and we hope you come back!
All my Best Wishes for you and your family and if we can do anything for you, let us know.
Best, Felipe

Colombia: Under-appreciated Gem.
Colombia | Jun 18 - Jul 1, 2022

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Scott R.
West Hartford, CT | Reviewed on Jul 11, 2022

The trip planning and customization was easy and well managed. The overall trip plan was organized well. The itinerary was well thought out, covering some of the most essential areas of the country given our interests. The plan and communication around hotels, drivers, daily activities and travel were all communicated well. Most of the local guides were excellent. One, in Medellin, seemed a bit less well-versed and enthusiastic than the others, but was sufficient for the tours.

The... read more

The trip planning and customization was easy and well managed. The overall trip plan was organized well. The itinerary was well thought out, covering some of the most essential areas of the country given our interests. The plan and communication around hotels, drivers, daily activities and travel were all communicated well. Most of the local guides were excellent. One, in Medellin, seemed a bit less well-versed and enthusiastic than the others, but was sufficient for the tours.

The country and its people are amazing. The natural beauty, culture and the Colombian spirit are inspiring.

Our one criticism was about the communication of what Tayrona Park promised to be versus what we experienced. For us, as experienced outdoors people who relish the solitude and wild aspects of natural places, the park was not what we had anticipated. It is a walk to several beaches, not a wilderness experience. To be fair, we arrived on a 3 day national holiday, so the park was full. But, we were quite unhappy with the day. Our local guide, with support and approval from our Kim Kim liaison made things right by swapping out an alternative for us. We had one other wrinkle, when bad weather prevented us from visiting one of the islands off Cartagena. Our liaison changed the itinerary easily for us to make sure we were happy.

This is our second trip with Kim Kim. In the end, they work hard to give you the experience you want and to take over the heavy lifting. They are solid communicators who work at those goals.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Boutique Sazagua
Pereira

Incredibly tranquil oasis with peaceful, lush grounds. The staff are amazing! So warm and ready to give you what you need. SO friendly. Take a cooking class with the chef. It's a blast. Get a massage. Your body and spirit will thank you. Our room was beautiful, clean and peaceful. This is a place we will come back to for sure.

Authenticity & Character
Location
The quiet setting.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Villa Playa
Magdalena

The tranquility of Villa Playa make it a small slice of heaven. We could have sat all day looking from beside the pool at the river, ocean and nearby rain forest. It is spectacular! And, the staff are truly wonderful. Whatever you need, they are right there to provide. The food, drinks and hospitality were all fantastic.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Jul 12, 2022

Hi Scott,
Thank you very much for your review and your feedback is extremely valuable for us. It is great to hear you had a good time in Colombia and that you enjoyed your time with your local guides. Regarding your feedback about Tayrona Park, we really appreciate your comments to continue improving and ensuring all the experiences covered in kimkim meet and exceed our travelers' expectations. Thank you once again for traveling with kimkim and for visiting another one of our destinations.

Sending you my Best Wishes to you and your family,
Margoth

Remarkable family trip!
Colombia | Jun 24 - Jul 3, 2022

Sangini
Sangini S.
Hybla Valley, VA | Reviewed on Jul 05, 2022

We had a remarkable family trip to Colombia recently. Michael from Chaska Travel was incredibly flexible, attentive to details, and prompt in getting us information and making adjustments to the itinerary to match our interests and needs as a family with 3 kids ages 4-10. Very much appreciated arrangements for all internal travel as well. With Michael's help, we had a seemless trip that started in Medellin, including a day trip to Guatape and Penol Piedra with our wonderful guide Will and... read more

We had a remarkable family trip to Colombia recently. Michael from Chaska Travel was incredibly flexible, attentive to details, and prompt in getting us information and making adjustments to the itinerary to match our interests and needs as a family with 3 kids ages 4-10. Very much appreciated arrangements for all internal travel as well. With Michael's help, we had a seemless trip that started in Medellin, including a day trip to Guatape and Penol Piedra with our wonderful guide Will and continued in the coffee region. Will even provided us a list of recommendations for vegetarian-friendly restaurants for later in our trip in Cartegena; we went to several and all were delicious! Our guide Jose was terrific and knowledgeable as was our driver Mario who knew so much about birds! Jose even checking in with us after we had left his company to make sure we we had reached Cartegena and were continuing to enjoy our trip. The coffee region was beautiful and lush and we enjoyed our hike to the waterfall with a nature guide. Cartegena is beautiful and our hotel was perfectly located. A bike tour was the perfect way to get around and learn the layout of the old city and much better for the kids than walking! We are thankful to Michael for finding a way to get us to Hotel Las Islas which was a truly wonderful experience in terms of service, activities, food, and the setting. A truly memorable trip that was a pleasure to plan and take with the help of KimKim and Chaska tours!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Las Islas
Barú
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Park 10
Medellin

Great breakfast, very friendly staff! Rooms are large, clean and comfortable.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Finca Hotel del Cafe
Santa Rosa de Cabal

Beautiful setting on a coffee farm surrounded by lush vegetation, the hotel has a lovely central courtyard and friendly staff.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Salento Real Eje Cafetero
Salento
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton
Cartagena

Excellent location in the Old City of Cartagena with clean and comfortable rooms and friendly staff, great morning breakfast on rooftop.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Tour of Guatapé
Medellín
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Santa Rosa Hot Springs
Pereira

The Santa Rosa Hot Springs are an impressive setting and the hot springs were fun, although crowded when we went as it was a holiday. Getting in at first was confusing due to the crowds but once in, all was straightfoward. We had some issues with dinner as almost no vegetarian items on their menu were available and arrangements had to be made for our driver to stop at a restaurant in town with us so we could eat. Worth considering in determining the timing of when to go to hot springs.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Tour to Frailes Waterfall & Salento & the Cocora Valley
Salento

Great hike -- thank goodness for the rain boots provided by the nature guide!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Cartagena Bike Tour
Cartagena

Great way to get a sense of the old city and see the main historical sites before exploring further by foot although a little hard to navigate on bikes with traffic and narrow streets. Guide was a little nervous with our kids but they were fine. The vendor for the bikes would benefit from improving their helmets which did not adjust/fit well.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Nighttime Bioluminescence Tour
Isla Barú
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Visit of the National Aviary of Colombia
Colombia

The aviary is impressive but it was just too hot and humid to fully enjoy on the day we went. The educational show at the two set times is okay but not a huge loss if missed (especially if not fluent in Spanish). We rushed through the last several exhibits before the arena to get to show in time.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Dec 25, 2022

Hi Sangini,

thank you very much for the detailed travel report. It's nice to see that you liked the activities and hotels so much and that you could get a super good impression of this great country! Thanks to your whole family, for the uncomplicated realisation of the trip and the nice communication during the travel planning and during the trip.

Sunny greetings from San Agustín,
Michael and the Chaska Tours Team

Overall we had an amazing experience
Colombia | Jun 16 - Jun 26, 2022

Amber
Amber A.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jul 04, 2022

Overall we had an amazing experience on our trip. Everything was well organized and planned with detail which was a relief. I was surprised to have the same guide for all the days we’d stay in each city but it wasn’t necessarily a bad thing. Fabiola, Jose and Oscar were knowledgeable and fun. A few improvements with choice of hotel and preparation for tours could be made but nothing extreme. We will definitely be using Kim Kim for our next adventure. read more

Overall we had an amazing experience on our trip. Everything was well organized and planned with detail which was a relief. I was surprised to have the same guide for all the days we’d stay in each city but it wasn’t necessarily a bad thing. Fabiola, Jose and Oscar were knowledgeable and fun. A few improvements with choice of hotel and preparation for tours could be made but nothing extreme. We will definitely be using Kim Kim for our next adventure.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Casa Deco
Bogotá

Great food and clean rooms. Location has pros because it’s walking distance to everything but loud at night if you want sleep.

Tips for future travelers

Take ears plugs for the noise

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
GHL Hotel Armería Real
Cartagena

Overall very pretty, our experience may have been bad luck but we could not sleep at night because there was very loud music next to our room coming from another building. Police had to be called twice to address the issue at 4am. Breakfast is sufficient but a bit bland, location is close to many touristy areas.

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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
La Campana Hotel Boutique
Medellín

Great location, clean and good breakfast.

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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Punta Faro
Isla Mucura

Beautiful grounds, very clean rooms. Environment is relaxing. Only con would be overall size and amenities offered. Beach is not very big but not many guests stay at the hotel in general. Only one restaurant but offers tasty buffet. More than two days might start to seem repetitive.

Tips for future travelers

The location prohibits music

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Visit the Salt Cathedral at Zipaquira
Colombia
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
The car was a bit small in the back, not much leg room for long trips. Driving was also a little choppy for those who get motion sickness.
Day Hike in Chingaza National Park
Bogotá
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Ecological Walk - "La Miel" Waterfall
Medellín
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Tour of Guatapé
Medellín
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Tour to Totumo Volcano
Cartagena
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Jul 05, 2022

Dear Amber,

thank you very much for your comments about the hotels, guides and activities! We are glad to hear that you had a great time in Colombia! Too bad that it was a bit louder in the hotels - In Colombia, people like to party a lot and listen to loud music :P. Would be great if we could welcome you soon again in Colombia.

Kind regards from Colombia,
Michael and the Chaska Tours Team

Colombia non-stop and loving it
Colombia | Jun 23 - Jul 3, 2022

Cheri
Cheri S.
Saint Peters, MO | Reviewed on Jul 04, 2022

We had a great time and it was planned well. We never would have done as much or see so much without your service. It was such a pleasure to be greeted by Oscar when we arrived at Bogota. He has so much knowledge and knew so many people along the way that made the trip extra personable. Gustvo made the coffee region exciting, fun and full of local greetings everywhere we went. Sebastian toured us throughout Medellin hitting every aspect of the city while explaining both the successes and... read more

We had a great time and it was planned well. We never would have done as much or see so much without your service. It was such a pleasure to be greeted by Oscar when we arrived at Bogota. He has so much knowledge and knew so many people along the way that made the trip extra personable. Gustvo made the coffee region exciting, fun and full of local greetings everywhere we went. Sebastian toured us throughout Medellin hitting every aspect of the city while explaining both the successes and challenges. For us, Cartagena was to be more relaxed as we had already seen and done so much. The walled city was vibrant at every hour of the day and night. Martin shared the beautiful history of the city and we felt his pride.
Kimkim experience was beyond our expectations, all of the planning, coordination and thoroughness of both drivers and guides made our travel full and rich. Thank you all

Local specialist: Felipe Rico
Felipe
Felipe Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Jul 04, 2022

Hi Cheri and Jeff,
Muchas gracias! Thank you SO much for your review and for taking the time to write about your experience. It was a pleasure for us to meet you and to help you with your family trip in Colombia! We will pass on your comments to our team of guides in Colombia, and to Oscar, Gustavo, Sebastian and Martin and drivers. Your feedback is very much appreciated. Sending you both our Best Wishes,
Felipe

Excellent service
Colombia | Jun 15 - Jun 26, 2022

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Erika B.
Charlotte, NC | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2022

Mike did a superb job regarding the coordination of transportation, guides, several trips and accommodations!!

I greatly recommend Mike to help navigate a trip to Colombia. The service Mike provided was astounding!

Colombia is a beautiful country with abundance of natural beauty. Foreigners will benefit from the assistance of guides and a reputable tour agency.

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Mike did a superb job regarding the coordination of transportation, guides, several trips and accommodations!!

I greatly recommend Mike to help navigate a trip to Colombia. The service Mike provided was astounding!

Colombia is a beautiful country with abundance of natural beauty. Foreigners will benefit from the assistance of guides and a reputable tour agency.

Hotel Reviews
Casa Tayrona Los Naranjos

Beautiful views! Staff was friendly. Definitely would go back!

Reserva Guadalajara- Cocora Valley
Salento

Highly recommend the “hacienda”. Great views. Felt like being “home”. The owner of the hotel was so friendly. I would go back again!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Trekking to Ciudad Perdida
Santa Marta

This was an amazing trek if you love the jungle. The guide was knowledgeable. Learned about the indigenous and the overall history of the region. This is a difficult hike.

Visit Cocora Valley, Coffee Farm & Salento
Salento

The guide was very knowledgeable regarding the palms of the area. It was interesting to learn about the adaptation of the palm tree and glad to observe conservation of the trees. Beautiful area in Colombia!

Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Jul 01, 2022

Dear Erika,

thank you very much for your kind words! I'm glad to see that you liked the hotels and tours so much! We will continue to suggest these to our guests!

Greetings also to Kathryn - thank you for the nice communication during the planning together!

- The Chaska Tours Team

Incredible first trip to Colombia!
Colombia | Jun 19 - Jun 27, 2022

Elise
Elise A.
Hollywood, FL | Reviewed on Jun 28, 2022

We just returned from a magnificent vacation in Colombia planned by the amazing local specialist, Wendy. Wendy planned the perfect itinerary for us in Medellin, Zona Cafetera (coffee region) and Cali. She was so easy to communicate with leading up to the trip and checked in all the time during the trip to make sure all was going well. She coordinated amazing tours for us with local guides Samuel and John who had so much passion as guides me helped us truly appreciate the beauty of Colombia.... read more

We just returned from a magnificent vacation in Colombia planned by the amazing local specialist, Wendy. Wendy planned the perfect itinerary for us in Medellin, Zona Cafetera (coffee region) and Cali. She was so easy to communicate with leading up to the trip and checked in all the time during the trip to make sure all was going well. She coordinated amazing tours for us with local guides Samuel and John who had so much passion as guides me helped us truly appreciate the beauty of Colombia. I have to admit I was a bit nervous using an unknown specialist on the internet but after this trip and everything Wendy planned for us I would 100% definitely use KimKim again for future travel! Thank you for a truly memorable trip!

Hotel Review
El Cielo Hotel
Medellin

A beautiful, artistic and elegant hotel which was a perfect start to our trip. The staff was amazing and so friendly and the rooms were so well designed and beautiful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
In a beautiful location of Medellin.
Staff
Super friendly staff and accommodating to any request!
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and well kept.
Local specialist: Wendy Romero
Wendy
Wendy Romero
Local specialist in Santa Marta | Reviewed on Jun 30, 2022

Hi Elise,
I am really happy that you had a great time here in Colombia. I appreciate your review and we work every day to create an amazing and unique experience for our travelers. We do it with all our love. Thank you for your trust and please do not hesitate to contact us again when you decide to come back again to this beautiful and charming country.
Have a wonderful day

Highly Recommend
Colombia | Jun 13 - Jun 18, 2022

Kehinde
Kehinde D.
Country Club Hills, IL | Reviewed on Jun 27, 2022

I was skeptical at first, having never heard of KimKim before but Andrea was very reassuring and responsive to all my questions throughout the planning. Oscar was a phenomenal guide! He is so knowledgeable, interesting, and not boring at all! We had an awesome time. The activities were also really great. Colombia is such a beautiful country and the food is magnificent! We also had an awesome and relaxing time at Punta Faro, everyone was so attentive and accommodating. I was especially glad we... read more

I was skeptical at first, having never heard of KimKim before but Andrea was very reassuring and responsive to all my questions throughout the planning. Oscar was a phenomenal guide! He is so knowledgeable, interesting, and not boring at all! We had an awesome time. The activities were also really great. Colombia is such a beautiful country and the food is magnificent! We also had an awesome and relaxing time at Punta Faro, everyone was so attentive and accommodating. I was especially glad we didn't have to worry about food there. We couldn't have asked for a better experience. Will definitely be back!

Hotel Reviews
Sofitel Santa Clara
Cartagena

Excellent service. Beautiful accommodation. Awesome staff.

Authenticity & Character
Loved they kept the original structure. Made you feel like you were part of history.
Location
Close to pretty much everything.
Staff
Everyone was super nice and accommodating.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything.
Hotel Punta Faro
Isla Mucura

The perfect relaxation spot. Awesome food. Amazing staff. Excellent service.

Tips for future travelers

Brush up on your Spanish - although, Google Translate saved me.

Authenticity & Character
Felt like an islander.
Location
The isolation. It was perfect for quiet relaxation.
Staff
Amazing people. Made some great friends.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Everything.
Activity Reviews
Afternoon-Night Walking Tour
Cartagena

Oscar is such an excellent guide! He was intentional about changing misconceptions about Colombia but was also very honest about some of its brutal past. I learned a lot and enjoyed touring the City.

Quality of Experience
The beautiful city.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Oscar was amazing.
Transport
We walked. It was perfect.
Discover the Magical City of Cartagena & Getsemaní
Cartagena

Getsemani was a dream! I mean the murals, the colors, the art! So beautiful!

Quality of Experience
The art everywhere.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Oscar was amazing.
Transport
Very comfortable.
Drum Safari - Sounds of Cartagena
Cartagena

We had the absolute best time!!!!!! We drummed, we sang, we danced! Whoo! What an experience!

Quality of Experience
The school.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Oscar was amazing.
Transport
Comfortable.
Local specialist: Andrea Morita
Andrea
Andrea Morita
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Jun 28, 2022

Dear Kehinde,
Thank you so much for your lovely and kind feedback. Your words, feelings, and generous comments are the ones that make us love our job and work for our country and people.
I let Óscar, the drum school, and the hotels your experience. They all say hi and are very happy to hear your thoughts. Thank you, thank you so much for your time letting us know your feelings after visiting our country.
Please, we would love to welcome you back to Colombia, it will be an honor to have both of you here again.
Colombia waits for both of you with open arms,
Andrea

A great trip! Highly recommend for families
Colombia | May 16 - May 23, 2022

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Stacey S.
Canada | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2022

Thank you Michael for planning an amazing trip for our family. We packed so much fun and adventure into each day and everyone had a blast. We really appreciated the help with a last minute request for horse back riding. It ended up being one of the highlights of the trip.

The accommodations recommended were all really lovely. Especially the eco hotels. Great service and kind people everywhere we stayed.

We really enjoyed the company and skills of our drivers and a special thank... read more

Thank you Michael for planning an amazing trip for our family. We packed so much fun and adventure into each day and everyone had a blast. We really appreciated the help with a last minute request for horse back riding. It ended up being one of the highlights of the trip.

The accommodations recommended were all really lovely. Especially the eco hotels. Great service and kind people everywhere we stayed.

We really enjoyed the company and skills of our drivers and a special thank you to Andreas for being so kind and helpful with our daughters. Our guides Jose, Carlos, and Edgar are very knowledgeable about Colombia and were happy to chat and answer all our questions. Having them with us not only made the trip easy, but also we learned so much and had a lot of laughs.

Activity Review
Horseback-Riding Tour
Pereira

A great family experience. The horses were gentle and calm which was great for my inexperienced kids and I. The scenery was beautiful. A very kind host who allowed us to relax on the veranda and wait for the rain to let up before heading out for our ride. My kids also loved meeting all the dogs at the property. Our guide Jose spoke perfect English, was knowledgeable about the area and was also an experienced horse rider which was so helpful. He was so kind and helpful, helping to get the kids on and off their horses and keeping everyone moving along the path. The road to get to the property is a bit rough, our driver did a great job navigating the muddy bumpy road.

Quality of Experience
Horses are well cared for. Beautiful scenery
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2022

Dear Stacey,

thank you very much for the kind words and your travel report. How nice that you enjoyed the horseback riding tour and that you had such a good experience with our guides and drivers.

Hopefully we can welcome you again soon on a next trip to the other exciting destinations here in Colombia.

Best regards from the whole Chaska team.
Michael

Family Trip to Columbia, May 2022
Colombia | May 20 - May 30, 2022

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Susan O.
Canada | Reviewed on Jun 06, 2022

Our family of four recently enjoyed the best trip to Columbia, planned and facilitated by Felipe and team. Upon deciding to visit this part of South America, I discovered KimKim and was impressed by the reviews. I sent a message and very quickly received a warm and helpful response from Felipe. While the initial itinerary was beyond our budget, he was more than happy to work with us.

Columbia is a tremendous destination, rich in history, culture and otherwise. The people are kind,... read more

Our family of four recently enjoyed the best trip to Columbia, planned and facilitated by Felipe and team. Upon deciding to visit this part of South America, I discovered KimKim and was impressed by the reviews. I sent a message and very quickly received a warm and helpful response from Felipe. While the initial itinerary was beyond our budget, he was more than happy to work with us.

Columbia is a tremendous destination, rich in history, culture and otherwise. The people are kind, welcoming and helpful. The trip itself was flawless in its planning and execution. We had just the right amount of time in each destination, excellent guides (a special shout out to David Suarez), tours, hotels, restaurant recommendations etc. When there was a slight hiccup, Felipe and team couldn't have been more helpful and beyond working hours. All in all, it was exceptional.

In short, I very highly recommend KimKim, Felipe and team. We hope to have opportunity to work with this tour company again!

Hotel Reviews
The Artisan D.C. Hotel, Autograph Collection
Bogotá
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton
Cartagena
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel San Pedro de Majagua
Isla Grande
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Half Day City Tour of Bogotá with Local Fruit Market and Monserrate Hill
Bogotá
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Felipe Rico
Felipe
Felipe Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Jun 06, 2022

Hi Susan, thank you for your review and it was my pleasure to help you with your family trip! It was also a pleasure meeting you, and thank you for visiting our home country and for making us a part of your trip. I wish you all the best to you and your family and we look forward to having you back in Colombia! Hasta pronto, Felipe

Margoth was wonderful to work with! She was q...
Colombia | May 28 - Jun 4, 2022

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Megan B.
Brandon, MN | Reviewed on Jun 05, 2022

Margoth was wonderful to work with! She was quick to respond to every inquiry and so helpful. She took care of every detail so that we could just focus on enjoying our vacation. She even surprised us with a few extra thoughtful gestures. read more

Margoth was wonderful to work with! She was quick to respond to every inquiry and so helpful. She took care of every detail so that we could just focus on enjoying our vacation. She even surprised us with a few extra thoughtful gestures.

Hotel Reviews
Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton
Cartagena
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Marriott Resort Playa Dormida
Santa Marta
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Jun 05, 2022

Hi Megan,
Thank you so much for your review and comments, and thank you for making us a part of your trip!! We hope you come back and sending you all my best wishes!! Margoth

Wonderful first trip to Colombia!
Colombia | May 21 - May 28, 2022

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Rebecca B.
Phoenix, AZ | Reviewed on May 29, 2022

Our first trip to Colombia was nothing short of amazing! Andrea and our team of local guides (Juan Carlos and Jasmine, to name a couple) made sure everything ran seamlessly and added so many special touches to our planned experiences. We especially loved our stay at El Nido del Condor Ecolodge; it was beautiful and offered a quiet respite from the busier days touring Medellin and Cartagena. We couldn’t have thought of a better trip and would absolutely use KimKim again in the future! read more

Our first trip to Colombia was nothing short of amazing! Andrea and our team of local guides (Juan Carlos and Jasmine, to name a couple) made sure everything ran seamlessly and added so many special touches to our planned experiences. We especially loved our stay at El Nido del Condor Ecolodge; it was beautiful and offered a quiet respite from the busier days touring Medellin and Cartagena. We couldn’t have thought of a better trip and would absolutely use KimKim again in the future!

Hotel Reviews
Diez Hotel Categoría Colombia
Medellín
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
El Nido del Cóndor Ecolodge
Villamaría, Caldas
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Finca El Ocaso Salento
Salento
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ermita, Cartagena, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
El Cabrero, Cartagena
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
The City of Eternal Spring and Its Story of Transformation
Medellín

Unfortunately we were rained out for most of this activity but our guide was great and made the most of it for us!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Colorful Colombia: Guatapé & El Peñol
Colombia

Gorgeous locations and our guide added several special touches such as Tuktuk and boat rides. Also, we really enjoyed our lunch at a resort nearby.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Check in at El Nido Del Cóndor Ecolodge
Colombia

The welcome lemonade and snacks were very appreciated especially after the long bumpy drive to the lodge. The views more than made up for it, though!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Enjoy a fantastic lodge in the middle of the Andes mountains
Colombia
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Salento, Filandia, & the Valley of Wax Palms
Colombia

This was a great day and our guide and driver were wonderful! Jasmine took us on a great tour of the Cocora Valley and took so many great photos of us. She also added special touches such as a jeep ride and brought us coffee to enjoy in the valley.

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Coffee Farm Experience
Colombia

This was a very interesting tour of a coffee farm that showed us the whole process of making coffee, including the different methods of drying the beans . We did wish that the tour included a tasting of the three different methods so that we could have determined which type we liked best.

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Barú & The Rosario Islands
Colombia

We really enjoyed the boat ride and snorkeling this day and time at the beach. We did feel the staff at the resort we stopped at were a little overly attentive which made it harder to fully relax. However, we still enjoyed our time overall.

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Local specialist: Andrea Morita
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Andrea Morita
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on May 30, 2022

Dear Rebecca,
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. Thank you so much for sharing with us how your experience was; your words are our inspiration, and your input on every experience is extremely important.
It was an honor for us to have you here in our country. All our tour guides and drivers felt so blessed serving you during the trip.
You and Mr. Trevor made history in our business, and we won't ever forget that ;)
We wish you all the happiness and love always.
Wishing you all the best in this world,
Andrea

10 days - Colombia Essentials
Colombia | Apr 23 - May 2, 2022

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Beatriz V.
Jersey City, NJ | Reviewed on May 25, 2022

This has been my first experience with Kim Kim and it has been excellent through and through.
Michael and the team were super attentive and diligent from the start, when curating an itinerary according to my preferences and time available. Every request to change things I had, they were very responsive and gave me options right away.
Then, during the trip the communication was excellent, checking in with me through WhatsApp regularly and adjusting flights and timing as needed, on the go.... read more

This has been my first experience with Kim Kim and it has been excellent through and through.
Michael and the team were super attentive and diligent from the start, when curating an itinerary according to my preferences and time available. Every request to change things I had, they were very responsive and gave me options right away.
Then, during the trip the communication was excellent, checking in with me through WhatsApp regularly and adjusting flights and timing as needed, on the go. Never had a question or a request not answered within the hour (thank you Zaira and Cristina as well). Traveling solo this was a tremendous support.
Also big thank you to all my local guides and drivers (more than 10!). Thank you for making me feel super welcome, for sharing their knowledge, tips, anecdotes and personal experiences of places with me. There’s nothing like getting to know a place and its people through the eyes of somebody really passionate about it.
All-in-all I rate my experience 9.5 (tip: when traveling from the mountains to the Caribbean coast, give yourself a couple of hours to adjust to the heat + humidity; I didn’t, jump into the streets immediately to explore Santa Marta and had to go back to the hotel because I was not feeling that well, lesson learnt for next time, because I hope to visit Colombia again, too many things to see!)

Hotel Reviews
BH Bicentenario
Bogotá

Standard city hotel, very clean and well located

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
BH Bicentenario
Bogotá

Standard city hotel, very clean and well located

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Terrazas de Salento
Terrazas de Salento, Colombia

Beautiful, charming hotel, with super attentive staff, willing to help. 10 out of 10 of service. They even served me breakfast out of hours because my transfer was too early.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
14 Urban Hotel
Medellin

Small, boutique-style hotel. Location excellent as far as your room does not face street directly, since it’s a bar/restaurant area, can be a bit noisy at nights. Breakfast can be improved.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Villa Maria Tayrona, a Kali Hotels
Los Naranjos

Very charming accommodation in the middle of nature. It truly fits the trekking experience at Tayrona. Being cottages, you will need help to carry anything that is not a backpack! - but staff is super helpful. Be ready to deal with some serious bugs at dinner time if you choose to eat at the open dining terrace!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
La Passion Hotel Boutique
Cartagena de Indias

Boutique hotel , very well located. The hotel in itself is beautiful. Decor is exceptional. However, I had a couple of issues with the room (it may have been just my luck on the room I was given): no windows and the bathroom design with the shower and the sink basically in the same space made it not that practical.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Casa de Isabella, a Kali Hotel
Santa Marta

Beautiful boutique hotel. Location is very good. Staff may have not been as responsive as what I experienced during the rest of the trip. When asked about the city and how to get to some places I was told to find my way to the tourist office three blocks away (not in these words, of course, but that was a bit how I felt it)

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Bogotá Walking Tour
Bogotá
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Visit Cocora Valley, Coffee Farm & Salento
Salento
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
City Tour Medellín
Medellín
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Tour Peñol & Guatapé
Medellín

Must-do if you are in the area

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Hike Tayrona National Park
Tayrona National Park
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Santa Marta City Tour
Colombia
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Cartagena Bike Tour
Cartagena

It’s a nice tour but a bit to rush. You don’t really stop that much into places.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
San Alberto Coffee Tasting
Cartagena

It was ok - but not that memorable after having visited a coffee farm. The experience maybe different if your trip does not include a visit to the Eje cafetero.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on May 25, 2022

Hi Beatriz! :)
How nice to hear from you! Zaira, Cris, Me and the rest of the team were very happy to hear your kind words and see your photos! You really have a talent for photography - very nice shots of the different places in Colombia! Thanks also for your detailed comments about the hotels and excursions - it helps us immensely to suggest more suitable options for the upcoming trips.
Great that you want to come back soon. We look forward to welcoming you back here.

Best regards from the whole Chaska team!
Michael

Our trip to Colombia exceeded all of our expe...
Colombia | Apr 21 - Apr 27, 2022

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Rebecca C.
Milton, MA | Reviewed on May 21, 2022

Our trip to Colombia exceeded all of our expectations. My mom and I took a week long girl's trip to Cartagena to learn the history, see the beautiful city, and experience some of the local culture. Our specialist, Margoth, was so helpful and responsive when setting up the plans for trip. We somewhat expected that we would be on our own once we had paid for and landed in Cartagena, but Margoth and her team were beyond helpful and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Any questions or... read more

Our trip to Colombia exceeded all of our expectations. My mom and I took a week long girl's trip to Cartagena to learn the history, see the beautiful city, and experience some of the local culture. Our specialist, Margoth, was so helpful and responsive when setting up the plans for trip. We somewhat expected that we would be on our own once we had paid for and landed in Cartagena, but Margoth and her team were beyond helpful and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Any questions or concerns were immediately addressed and we ended up loving all of the activities that Margoth had planned for us. Each restaurant reservation she made was perfect, we especially loved Mistura for the delicious food and great live band. We also absolutely loved our local tour guide, Manu. We spent a few days with him as he brought us to various sites (San Felipe de Barajas, the local mangroves, and the bird sanctuary) - he was extremely friendly, knowledgeable, and we were sad to say goodbye at the end of the trip. He truly made us feel welcome by introducing us to the locals and sharing his personal experiences growing up in Cartagena. I can't thank Margoth and her team more - I was beyond impressed with the service we received both before and during our trip, thank you so much for making this such a wonderful experience!

Hotel Review
Hotel Capellan de Getsemani
Cartagena de Indias

The hotel was clean, comfortable, and an excellent location. Ray, one of the hotel staff, was beyond accommodating and kind. Our only concerns were the bathroom and the pool area. Our bathroom had a leak in the ceiling and the pool didn't look especially clean, we decided not to use it during our stay. We loved the breakfast included with our stay.

Tips for future travelers

I'd check out the photos on Trip Advisor before staying here. I had looked at a lot of them so I knew what to expect, but my mom wasn't thrilled with the lack of privacy with our only windows looking out to a public courtyard. If you want bright sunlight and a view, this isn't the best option.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Being across from the park, walkable to walled city, close to main square in Getsemani
Staff
The staff were so friendly and accomodating - Ray made our stay extra special
Cleanliness & Comfort
The AC, size of room, and breakfast included with our stay
Activity Review
Sunset Drinks Suggestion at Café del Mar
Cartagena
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on May 21, 2022

Hi Rebecca,
It was great to have you and your mom in Colombia and thank you so much for taking the time to write this review! I just passed on your comments to Manu and he sends you both his best regards and that he hopes to see you both again in Cartagena! We also hope you return to Colombia and it has been a pleasure meeting you! All my very best wishes to you and your mom and please stay in touch. Thank you for visiting Colombia!! :) Muchas Gracias, Margoth

Already planning my next trip to Colombia!
Colombia | May 6 - May 11, 2022

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Ruchi K.
Portland, OR | Reviewed on May 19, 2022

Like a few other travelers on here, I just happened upon KimKim while doing research on our trip to Colombia, and I'm so glad I did! Andrea was an awesome travel specialist to work with. She provided great advice on what would be feasible in the time that we had, and was really flexible in changing things around based on our preferences. We even had a hiccup with food poisoning (be very careful with the tap water!) but our local guides and Andrea worked together to make sure we could recover... read more

Like a few other travelers on here, I just happened upon KimKim while doing research on our trip to Colombia, and I'm so glad I did! Andrea was an awesome travel specialist to work with. She provided great advice on what would be feasible in the time that we had, and was really flexible in changing things around based on our preferences. We even had a hiccup with food poisoning (be very careful with the tap water!) but our local guides and Andrea worked together to make sure we could recover some activities we had to miss. Shout out to Jesus, Juan David, and Yube - we couldn't have asked for better guides in Minca. Having local guides who could share their personal experiences was one of the best parts of the trip. Hotel wise - Casa San Agustin in Cartagena is beautiful, centrally located, and has some of the best service of any hotel I've stayed at. I am already missing Colombia and all of the friendly people we met there. I will definitely be back!

Hotel Review
Hotel Casa San Agustin
Cartagena de Indias

Casa San Agustin is beautifully kept and the location is ideal, but our favorite part of our stay was the staff. Everyone that we met was friendly and eager to help.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The beds were probably the most comfortable hotel beds I've ever slept in.
Activity Reviews
Rum & Chocolate Tasting
Cartagena

I'm not a huge rum (or alcohol) fan in general, but this experience was worth it because of our host, Jesus. He made the tasting fun and educational!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Hiking in the Tayrona National Park
Colombia

Yube was an awesome guide - helping us spot all three monkey types and giving us more context on Colombia.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Andrea Morita
Andrea
Andrea Morita
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on May 20, 2022

Dear Ruchi,
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback; we are so happy you had a beautiful trip to our country and that you valued so much the opportunity to meet and share with our local people.
Thank you so much for your time writing us your feedback; it means the world to us.
It was a blast for us to have you here, and we cannot wait to see you back in our country; there are so many other beautiful regions awaiting you. I wish you the most beautiful things in the world.
A huge hug,
Andrea

What a fantastic way to experience Colombia!
Colombia | Mar 28 - Apr 9, 2022

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Ross V.
Australia | Reviewed on May 18, 2022

This was my first experience with Kimkim. I was honestly blown away by the level of detail in the planning of the itinerary and the level of customisation available. Michael and his team went above and beyond to maintain a channel of communication and provide constant updates and information, at every stage of the trip. If I had any questions or issues, Michael was more than happy to assist- he even checked the entry requirements for the USA before I left Colombia and organised a nurse to... read more

This was my first experience with Kimkim. I was honestly blown away by the level of detail in the planning of the itinerary and the level of customisation available. Michael and his team went above and beyond to maintain a channel of communication and provide constant updates and information, at every stage of the trip. If I had any questions or issues, Michael was more than happy to assist- he even checked the entry requirements for the USA before I left Colombia and organised a nurse to come to my hotel to collect a PCR swab.
The highlights of my trip were visiting an organic Coffee farm in Medellin (Observatorio Agroecologico El Cafetal), hiking through Tayrona National park with a very knowledgeable guide and staying at Villa Maria and doing a historical biking tour in Cartagena with Tavo Reyes. I couldn't fault even fault the drivers - everybody was very friendly and accommodating and helped make this trip a memorable experience. Thank you so much :)

Hotel Review
Villa Maria Tayrona, a Kali Hotels
Los Naranjos

This is a beautiful, secluded hotel in the Tayrona National Park area. The staff were extremely friendly and went above and beyond to help with any issues or questions. I had difficulty booking a flight on my iPad and reception staff went out of their way to let me use their computer. It's little things like this that make a huge difference. The cabin itself was beautiful and clean, nestled within the jungle. The hammock was a nice touch! The food from the restaurant was also very tasty. I also loved seeing the resident Macaw interact with the guests. The hotel grounds were also beautifully maintained and there was a private beach located a short walk from the main area.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Secluded
Staff
Extremely friendly and welcoming
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Coffee-Culture Tour
Medellín

This was an awesome experience. The coffee farm was a small, organic, family run farm on the outskirts of Medellin (around the Envigado area). The owner himself conducted the tour and greeted us with cake and freshly brewed cups of locally grown coffee. It was very interesting hearing about the coffee production process, as well as the impact of covid and recent weather events on global production. As a consumer of coffee from a Western country, we often don't consider or understand all of the hard work that goes into growing the trees, harvesting the fruit and processing the beans. We even had the opportunity to plant our own coffee plant seedlings. A very educational experience!

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Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on May 18, 2022

Hi Ross,

these are fabulous words from you! The whole Chaska Tours team was very happy to hear that you had such a great experience in the magical country of Colombia. It was our pleasure to accompany you on your trip and support you through everything! I'm glad you enjoyed the coffee farm in Medellín and had such a good experience with the hotels, guides and drivers.

Thank you very much for all your comments.

Sunny greetings from San Agustín,
Michael

P.S. Super cool photos by the way!

3 cities Colombia
Colombia | May 2 - May 9, 2022

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Sam H.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on May 17, 2022

Thoroughly enjoyed the trip, everything was planned perfectly and Michael was more then accommodating for any last minute alterations that we had. read more

Thoroughly enjoyed the trip, everything was planned perfectly and Michael was more then accommodating for any last minute alterations that we had.

Hotel Review
BH Bicentenario
Bogotá
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Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Bogotá Walking Tour
Bogotá

Our tour guide luis was awesome

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Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on May 17, 2022

Hi Sam,
thanks for your travel report.

It was a pleasure to be able to customize your trip even on short notice during the trip.
We hope you have great memories of the beautiful country and we are looking forward to your next visit!

Best,
Michael

Solo Trip to Colombia
Colombia | Apr 24 - Apr 30, 2022

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Nefeli C.
Greece | Reviewed on May 12, 2022

Thanks to Margoth my trip to Colombia was more than amazing! It was my first time traveling solo and after my experience I would’ve done it again & again. Thanks to all the team and especially to Margoth who made this an experience of a lifetime.

Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on May 12, 2022

Hi Nefeli, thank you so much for your review and it was a pleasure helping you with your trip. It was also great to meet you and thank you for visiting Colombia! Stay in touch and sending you my best wishes! Margoth

Dream Vacation
Colombia | Apr 2 - Apr 12, 2022

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Saabirah C.
Henrietta, NY | Reviewed on May 09, 2022

This was our first time leaving the country since the pandemic and we were very nervous about travel restrictions. There were a number of things that did not go as planned with flight cancelations and delays that affected our vacation. All things out of Kim Kim's control. Michael sprung into action and made adjustments to extend our vacation, reorganized our activities and contacted the hotels and vendors. His help was priceless. Michael worked to ensure we had a wonderful, stress-free, dream... read more

This was our first time leaving the country since the pandemic and we were very nervous about travel restrictions. There were a number of things that did not go as planned with flight cancelations and delays that affected our vacation. All things out of Kim Kim's control. Michael sprung into action and made adjustments to extend our vacation, reorganized our activities and contacted the hotels and vendors. His help was priceless. Michael worked to ensure we had a wonderful, stress-free, dream vacation.

Cartagena is a vibrate city with beautiful art and delicious foods. Having the guide and driver made getting around easy and gave us insights into the city that we would not have known.

Picturing ourselves at Punta Faro in our Bungalow or on the private beach sipping a margarita is now our mental escape. I cannot describe how relaxing this experience was, I can still hear the waves, feel the sun, and smell the sea salt water.

Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on May 09, 2022

Hi Saabi!
Good to hear from you! :)
That does sound great. We are very happy that we could make your dream vacation possible! Fortunately, it worked out to rearrange everything flexibly and therefore to give you an informative and relaxing trip.

If you're ever looking for some relaxation again, we'd be happy to organize some Magarita time for you on the Colombian Islands! :)

Best regards
The Chaska Tours Team

Amazing trip and customer service. Highly Recommend!
Colombia | Mar 14 - Mar 23, 2022

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Elizabeth D.
Rutland, VT | Reviewed on May 06, 2022

Amazing trip and customer service. Our family of 3 had the most incredible 9 days in Colombia - split between Cartagena, Tayrona and 4 days hiking the Ciudad Perdida trail. Margoth fielded my numerous questions in advance patiently and graciously! And then once there we were still able to reach out and make tweaks to our itinerary. We ended up catching a bug on our penultimate day, and Margoth and team had the driver show up with gatorade and extra hydrating drinks. So thoughtful! We... read more

Amazing trip and customer service. Our family of 3 had the most incredible 9 days in Colombia - split between Cartagena, Tayrona and 4 days hiking the Ciudad Perdida trail. Margoth fielded my numerous questions in advance patiently and graciously! And then once there we were still able to reach out and make tweaks to our itinerary. We ended up catching a bug on our penultimate day, and Margoth and team had the driver show up with gatorade and extra hydrating drinks. So thoughtful! We would love to return to Colombia and will definitely use Margoth and team again. Absolutely loved Colombia and its people. We felt totally safe and it was so relaxing to have everything set up front (drivers, guides, restaurant reservations) so we could just sit back and enjoy!

Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on May 06, 2022

Hi Elizabeth, thank you SO much for your review and for your kind words and incredible attitude when visiting Colombia! It was a real pleasure meeting you and being part of your family trip to Colombia! Thank you for visiting our home country and we hope you all come back! Sending you our Best Wishes to you and your family and stay in touch. Hasta pronto y muchas gracias, Margoth

The trip plan was great. Andrea made sure to ...
Colombia | Mar 13 - Mar 22, 2022

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pazi d.
Canada | Reviewed on May 06, 2022

The trip plan was great. Andrea made sure to provide us with a real taste of the cities and country sides of her beautiful country. The Guides in all locations were knowledgeable friendly and accommodating. We would recommend such a trip to many of our friends. read more

The trip plan was great. Andrea made sure to provide us with a real taste of the cities and country sides of her beautiful country. The Guides in all locations were knowledgeable friendly and accommodating. We would recommend such a trip to many of our friends.

Hotel Review
BOG Hotel a member of Design Hotels
Bogotá
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
The Salt Cathedral & Zipaquirá
Colombia
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Andrea Morita
Andrea
Andrea Morita
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on May 06, 2022

Dear Pazi,

Thank you very much for your very generous words. We felt so happy and blessed to have you all here. It was inspiring for us to see you all enjoying everything we prepared for you.

Thank you so much for visiting our country. Please say hi to all your beautiful family. It was an honor for us to have you all here in Colombia.

Wishing you all the best in this world,

Andrea

Colombia ladies' trip
Colombia | Apr 25 - May 2, 2022

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Sonia D.
Canada | Reviewed on May 05, 2022

Went with some girlfriends to visit another friend in Columbia. I was unsure about an online travel agency but KimKim and Michael had very good service. Our 2 main guides and all the transfers were also good.

We had some changes with another person being added after to our original plan. We also had to change the last hotel on our itinerary on the fly but I realize this was our fault as we told Michael that our friend was in Santa Marta while she was really was in Minca. So we changed on... read more

Went with some girlfriends to visit another friend in Columbia. I was unsure about an online travel agency but KimKim and Michael had very good service. Our 2 main guides and all the transfers were also good.

We had some changes with another person being added after to our original plan. We also had to change the last hotel on our itinerary on the fly but I realize this was our fault as we told Michael that our friend was in Santa Marta while she was really was in Minca. So we changed on the fly to spend an extra night in Tayrona instead of Santa Marta and have a relaxing day, but of course it was too late for a refund on our last hotel.

I don't think we were quite prepared for the "night bug" situation in the Colombian jungle (i.e. you must go to bed early and turn off all the lights if you don't like giant insects!) and if I knew I would have gone for hotels with both A/C (better sealed rooms) and mosquito netting. Strangely by coincidence, our hotel in Minca was down the road from our friend ... but the "night bug" situation was rather terrifying even with the mosquito netting (although I don't think there are any fancier hotels in Minca). I think our original hotel in Tayrona had AC + netting but we had to change once we added another person to our trip. Our plans were not done far in advance so I would advise any people with similar insect fears to get the nicest hotels possible with A/C + mosquito nets. If you have no compelling reason to stay in Minca I would stay in Santa Marta and do the day trips to Minca instead, and enjoy the bug free nights and hot water in Santa Marta :)

Tayrona National Park was beautiful but we weren't prepared for the exertion of hiking 14 km total in searing heat. We really enjoyed the bird-watching and coffee farm in Minca.

In Santa Marta, I could have skipped the city tour and spent the day at one of the nicer beaches outside the city ... we still managed a half day at the beach which was lovely.

Based on the experience I would definitely use KimKim again.

Hotel Reviews
Casa de Isabella, a Kali Hotel
Santa Marta

Very close to tourist / restaurant area downtown. Has a nice little lounge and tiny pool area. Breakfast is okay although not amazing. Rooms are fine, good hot water.

Tips for future travelers

It's noisy downtown so bring earplugs.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sweet Harmony by Xarm Hotels
Minca, Magdalena

We mainly stayed here because our friend lives in Minca very close to this hotel. However, we were terrified of the bugs at night and went to bed early with the lights off to keep them away. Room was very stuffy with the doors closed. No hot water or lukewarm water depending on which room. Some room's had no frosted glass on bathroom and was totally visible to hotel guys who were digging a trench in the morning (so she couldn't take a shower in the morning).

CASA BAMBÚ
Los Naranjos

Only 8 huts so you may get the pool to yourself. Good food although portions too large. Very nice staff. When we went - end of April - loads of beetles come out and are attracted to light once it got dark. Makes sitting outside impossible after about 7:30 pm (unless you have no bug phobia). Light in room may also attract beetles so we all went to bed early and stayed in bed in the dark, looking at our phones. Would give hotel 5-stars if there was mosquito netting in room and a screened area outside where we could hang out without being attacked by beetles.

Activity Reviews
Hike Tayrona National Park
Tayrona National Park

Very difficult on a hot, humid day. We didn't realize it involved such a long hike to get to a swimmable beach. Beach did not have much shade. Would be more enjoyable on a cooler day. Long wait for entrance tickets (although tour guide did that and we got to wait in van).

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Birdwatching in Minca
Minca

Nice quiet area, our guide found lots of birds including Toucans. They give you binoculars if you don't have any.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on May 06, 2022

Dear Sonia,

thank you very much for your detailed travel report. Your comments help us a lot to provide our guests with more information during the trips. Also, thank you for your feedback on the hotels - it's a pity that the insects didn't stop bothering you. Nevertheless, it sounds like you enjoyed your time in Colombia - also glad you were able to visit your friend :)

A good coming home to you.
Thank you very much,
Michael and the Chaska Tours Team

Family Trip to Medellin/Tayrona/Cartagena
Colombia | Mar 9 - Mar 19, 2022

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Jessica J.
Phoenix, AZ | Reviewed on May 05, 2022

Our family of 5 had an awesome trip to Colombia with the help of Felipe and the arrangements we made through kimkim. Felipe made the planning process easy by suggesting an itinerary and being very responsive to changes I requested before we finalized. Alba, our guide in Medellin, made us feel like family from the moment we arrived. Diva was also terrific for our time in Santa Marta and Tayrona. Staying in historic Cartagena was fun for the kids, and Eduardo was a very informative guide. The... read more

Our family of 5 had an awesome trip to Colombia with the help of Felipe and the arrangements we made through kimkim. Felipe made the planning process easy by suggesting an itinerary and being very responsive to changes I requested before we finalized. Alba, our guide in Medellin, made us feel like family from the moment we arrived. Diva was also terrific for our time in Santa Marta and Tayrona. Staying in historic Cartagena was fun for the kids, and Eduardo was a very informative guide. The drivers were great and it was so nice to have all the domestic travel arrangements taken care of for us. We also appreciated the restaurant reservations, and all the help we got with needs that arose during the trip. We would all love to go back to Colombia, and if we do we will definitely book through Felipe and Margoth again.

Hotel Review
Sites
Medellin

Perfect family hotel in a great location.

Local specialist: Felipe Rico
Felipe
Felipe Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on May 05, 2022

Hi Jessica,
Thank you for taking the time to write this review, and thank you once again for traveling with your family to Colombia! It was a pleasure to be a part of your trip, and we hope you come back to Colombia soon! Sending you and your family our Best Wishes y hasta muy pronto! Best Regards, Felipe

Amazing experience!
Colombia | Apr 11 - Apr 21, 2022

Lauren
Lauren G.
Canada | Reviewed on May 03, 2022

We had a wonderful trip to Colombia, and working with KimKim/Chaska Tours made the planning very easy. Michael listened to all my requests, and his expertise ensured we had some really interesting experiences that I would never have known to look for when planning the trip myself. I still feel like I played a part in the planning of the trip, but I didn't have to worry about making sure everything was booked as it was all done for us. KimKim also has a wealth of resources which helped with... read more

We had a wonderful trip to Colombia, and working with KimKim/Chaska Tours made the planning very easy. Michael listened to all my requests, and his expertise ensured we had some really interesting experiences that I would never have known to look for when planning the trip myself. I still feel like I played a part in the planning of the trip, but I didn't have to worry about making sure everything was booked as it was all done for us. KimKim also has a wealth of resources which helped with the planning process. Overall, I feel we got a really good feel for Colombia, and learned a lot about the country and it's history from our amazing guides.

Hotel Review
Villa Maria Tayrona, a Kali Hotels
Los Naranjos

Really enjoyed our stay here. Very comfortable, and a cool experience. Our hut was isolated off in the trees, so it felt very secluded and peaceful, and we really loved the hammock. The food and drink options were good. Overall, one of our favourite hotels of the trip because it was different and a unique experience.

Tips for future travelers

I would give yourself a day to enjoy the beautiful surroundings and the pool/spa/beach.

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Activity Review
Tour of Guatapé
Medellín

Really beautiful area to visit, and Guatape is a neat little town to walk around. Would definitely recommend this excursion if you're visiting Medellin.

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Food
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Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on May 04, 2022

Hello :)
Thank you very much for the kind words and your trip report. We are glad that you could enjoy the magical Colombia and had a great time! Glad you liked the hotels and tours so much.
We thank you for your trust and hope to see you again soon in Colombia.
Thanks a lot and
All the best,
Michael

Great experience! Emilce listened to all my n...
Colombia | Apr 9 - Apr 22, 2022

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Erika P.
Canada | Reviewed on Apr 26, 2022

Great experience! Emilce listened to all my needs and surpassed all our expectations!!

Once in Colombia, the tours were fascinating and the guides even better.

Highly recommend

Local specialist: Emilce Alonso
Emilce
Emilce Alonso
Local specialist in Córdoba | Reviewed on Apr 28, 2022

Lovely and Amazing pictures of a full Honeymoon in Colombia :)

It was a pleasure to assist you in this special moment and thank you for trusting in me.

Best wishes!
Emi

Unforgettable!
Colombia | Apr 6 - Apr 10, 2022

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Sarah D.
Santa Monica, CA | Reviewed on Apr 18, 2022

I had such an amazing time! Everything was so well organized, I didn’t have to think about anything other than showing up. Our guides were so sweet and made every effort to make sure we were okay. Michael planned an awesome trip, one I will never forget! read more

I had such an amazing time! Everything was so well organized, I didn’t have to think about anything other than showing up. Our guides were so sweet and made every effort to make sure we were okay. Michael planned an awesome trip, one I will never forget!

Hotel Review
Selina Cartagena
Cartagena
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Apr 18, 2022

Dear Sarah. Thank you for your kind words. Great that you had a relaxing trip with your friends. Hope you collected a lot of nice moments. Thank you for the uncomplicated communication! See you hopefully very soon again here in Colombia! :)

Colombia with kimkim tours
Colombia | Mar 24 - Mar 31, 2022

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Jonea M.
Canada | Reviewed on Apr 17, 2022

Booking my tour through kimkim, made my travel to Colombia worry free. I just told them what my interest were, and they came up with a plan the suited my requests. read more

Booking my tour through kimkim, made my travel to Colombia worry free. I just told them what my interest were, and they came up with a plan the suited my requests.

Hotel Review
Hotel Kartaxa Cartagena
Cartagena

Loved the hotel and the location. Friendly and helpful staff

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Location
Staff
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Activity Review
Visit Cocora Valley, Coffee Farm & Salento
Salento

Hiking in the cloud forest was the highlight of my trip.

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Food
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Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Apr 18, 2022

Super Jonea! We're glad you had a stress-free trip. Chaska Tours is happy that we could accompany your vacation here in Colombia. It was a pleasure to organize your activities. Thank you also in the name of your guides and drivers - everyone was happy to welcome you as our guest!

Magical experience in Colombia
Colombia | Apr 2 - Apr 11, 2022

Ravi
Ravi R.
San Francisco, CA | Reviewed on Apr 14, 2022

One of the BEST, most incredible trips of my life!! Huge huge thanks to Andrea, who took such wonderful care of me, and carefully planned everything, taking into account my preferences and feedback, and was always available and in contact to help with anything. It was so much fun to meet up with Wendy as well, one of the other planners. Both Andrea and Wen were incredibly kind, and all of the guides were also phenomenal (Edgar, Johan, Roberto). I had a fantastic time in Medellín (especially... read more

One of the BEST, most incredible trips of my life!! Huge huge thanks to Andrea, who took such wonderful care of me, and carefully planned everything, taking into account my preferences and feedback, and was always available and in contact to help with anything. It was so much fun to meet up with Wendy as well, one of the other planners. Both Andrea and Wen were incredibly kind, and all of the guides were also phenomenal (Edgar, Johan, Roberto). I had a fantastic time in Medellín (especially Comuna 13), Guatapé, Minca, Tayrona, Barú, and Cartagena. From hiking and forests and waterfalls, to swimming in the Caribbean, to relaxing and eating wonderful food in amazing hotels, to meeting and laughing with lovely people, everything about the experience was amazing. I’m a vegetarian (which can be very difficult in South America), but they took very good care of me. I’m incredibly grateful to the KimKim team and all their partners, and hope that I have a chance to come back to Colombia. I could go on forever about how great it was. Gracias por todo :)

Hotel Review
Sofitel Baru Calablanca
Cartagena

Incredible hotel. Super private, wonderful pools and access to the Caribbean, amazing food and spa.

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Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
The City of Eternal Spring and Its Story of Transformation
Medellín

Amazing city tour with Edgar, really loved walking thru Comuna 13 with him, and generally just chatting.

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Minca: Explore a paradise in the mountains
Colombia

Amazing experience with Johan, hiking up thru a forest to waterfalls

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Transport
Hiking in the Tayrona National Park
Colombia

Incredible day with a loooong hike thru Tayrona but super worth it for the scenery and the beaches at the end of the route. Amazing stuff, loved going with Johan

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Mountain Bike Experience in Turbaco
Cartagena

Really fantastic, unique experience with Roberto. Biking up the hills in Turbaco was tough but the views and the ride were exhilarating.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Andrea Morita
Andrea
Andrea Morita
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Apr 15, 2022

Dear Ravi,
Thank you so much for your lovely and kind review. Your experience is our biggest inspiration to keep working hard for our dear travelers, people, and country. Thank you so much for taking the time to post a detailed review during your time with us. We are so grateful to be able to serve you and exceed your expectations.
You know Colombia waits for you always, we will be happy to welcome you back to our country. You make from our job, our happiness to wake up every day.
Please take care of yourself. All the best wishes,
Andrea

Our first trip to Colombia but not our last
Colombia | Mar 23 - Apr 4, 2022

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James K.
Canada | Reviewed on Apr 09, 2022

We made a last minute decision to go on a trip to Colombia. We had very specific interests and goals and Michael's service made it easy to customize our itinerary. Communicating through WhatsApp was quick and efficient and all our questions and changes were answered promptly. The pre-trip information was detailed and organized. It would have been nice to see a breakdown of expenses as opposed to a lump sum payment. We have travelled extensively through Central and South America and feel... read more

We made a last minute decision to go on a trip to Colombia. We had very specific interests and goals and Michael's service made it easy to customize our itinerary. Communicating through WhatsApp was quick and efficient and all our questions and changes were answered promptly. The pre-trip information was detailed and organized. It would have been nice to see a breakdown of expenses as opposed to a lump sum payment. We have travelled extensively through Central and South America and feel the prices were reasonable. The accommodations, guides, and transportation chosen for us were of top notch quality and the professionalism and expertise of our leaders were evident. We never felt unsafe and would definitely use and recommend KimKim for future trips.

Hotel Review
Mundo Nuevo Eco Lodge
Santa Marta

This location is just so unique. SUBLIME. It is called an EcoLodge and it does try to live up to this image--the delicious vegetarian meals, the connection to the local indigenous community, and the ambiance and proximity to the natural environment. The interactive social setting in the dining area added to the travel experience. Though it is very remote, we still had access to modern conveniences such as Wifi, warm showers, and filtered water. In fact, it was the only lodge that we stayed at that had potable water in our rooms.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Constant cleaning and maintenance was evident
Activity Review
Birdwatching Tour in Minca
Minca

Our bird guides were extremely knowledgeable about the local endemic birds of the Santa Marta area. They were able to find, identify, and communicate the various bird sightings with us during the hikes. We appreciate the ethical way in which the outing was conducted and didn't feel like nature was being impacted for the sake of the tourists.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Apr 11, 2022

Dear Lynda & James,

thank you for the detailed feedback!
We will pass this on to our guides. I'm sure they will be as happy about the kind words as we are!
It always makes us happy to hear that our guests had a great time here.

See you soon hopefully :)

Michael

Amazing trip, great planning
Colombia | Mar 1 - Mar 8, 2022

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Albert T.
West Chester, PA | Reviewed on Apr 06, 2022

My husband and I had an amazing trip to Colombia through Chaska Tours this past month! We knew that going on our honeymoon right after the wedding would be a lot of planning stress, but Micheal took care of all the logistics. We were able to coordinate with the team to ensure that we fit everything important to us on our trip and made requests for hotels we really wanted to check out, and then they took care of all the logistics. Every drive from the airport pickup to transfers across the... read more

My husband and I had an amazing trip to Colombia through Chaska Tours this past month! We knew that going on our honeymoon right after the wedding would be a lot of planning stress, but Micheal took care of all the logistics. We were able to coordinate with the team to ensure that we fit everything important to us on our trip and made requests for hotels we really wanted to check out, and then they took care of all the logistics. Every drive from the airport pickup to transfers across the northern coast was taken care of and every driver was punctual, if not early, but flexible to our needs. We also had three different tours that Chaska organized for and every guide was so incredibly knowledgeable, whether it was identifying Cartagena landmarks, explaining the medicinal and traditional uses of various forest growths, or identifying and calling to the endemic birds of the region. We felt the tours that were lined up through Chaska all enriched our trip and left plenty of time for solo exploring/beachside relaxation. We are so glad we booked our trip this way and would recommend to anybody planning a big trap.

Hotel Review
Hotel Casa San Agustin
Cartagena de Indias
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Apr 18, 2022

Dear Emily and Albert,
thank you for your kind words!
It was a pleasure to accompany you on your trip to Colombia.
Glad you had such a great honeymoon. We welcome you with open arms on your next trip through Colombia!

Only the best for your time together!

Sunny greetings
Michael on behalf of the whole Chaska Team :)

Andrea ROCKS Columbia!!!
Colombia | Mar 17 - Mar 24, 2022

Dr. Steven
Dr. Steven W.
New Orleans, LA | Reviewed on Mar 30, 2022

I just happened upon KimKim in trying to figure out what to do on our Colombia trip.

We were randomly assigned Andrea as our KimKim Consultant and Colombia local expert.

We hit the lottery of travel agents! Having Andrea as our consultant was like having an old friend giving us all the best recommendations, everywhere we went!

Andrea arranged all the details of our trip! We had great guides and drivers in Bogota, Medellin & Cartagena. The tours were professionally organized and... read more

I just happened upon KimKim in trying to figure out what to do on our Colombia trip.

We were randomly assigned Andrea as our KimKim Consultant and Colombia local expert.

We hit the lottery of travel agents! Having Andrea as our consultant was like having an old friend giving us all the best recommendations, everywhere we went!

Andrea arranged all the details of our trip! We had great guides and drivers in Bogota, Medellin & Cartagena. The tours were professionally organized and really great. The logistics were all streamlined and detailed, and nothing was missing anywhere along the way.

Some highlights for us (Andrea arranged):
1. Bogota Fruit Market Tour- Maria was an absolute subject matter expert! She was so passionate about everything she did, and we loved it!
2. Medellin- Andres was an amazing tour guide and took us to amazing sights.
3. Cartagena- Juan was great taking us to Baru and the Rosario Islands!

I can't recommend Andrea more. She was always available on Whats App, and went above and beyond to serve our needs.

Thanks Andrea for being amazing!

Local specialist: Andrea Morita
Andrea
Andrea Morita
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Mar 31, 2022

Dear Steven,
I do not have words to thank you so much for your generous words. Thank you so much because your experience with us inspires us to keep working hard for our country and our people.
Thank you so much for taking the time to write us about your trip. Every driver, tour guide, and person you met feels blessed and happy reading your comments.
You make our job, our happiness, and the reason we chose this career for our lives.
It was an honor for all of us to serve you.
Colombia will be waiting for you always with open arms!
Andrea

Use Michael, but consider using someone other than Chaska Tours
Colombia | Mar 16 - Mar 25, 2022

Joseph
Joseph L.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Mar 29, 2022

Overall, Michael was very responsive, with a diverse and exciting itinerary, and would use him again!

The company, Chaska Tours, that they used for the actual services in Colombia I would give 3.5 stars. For the money that was paid, I would have expected fewer problems.
1. Driver was not ready for pickup at first airport
2. Wrong and worse hotel during one part of the trip
3. One not so good tour guide and one average one. One excellent one and one good one.
4. Missed a flight bc of... read more

Overall, Michael was very responsive, with a diverse and exciting itinerary, and would use him again!

The company, Chaska Tours, that they used for the actual services in Colombia I would give 3.5 stars. For the money that was paid, I would have expected fewer problems.
1. Driver was not ready for pickup at first airport
2. Wrong and worse hotel during one part of the trip
3. One not so good tour guide and one average one. One excellent one and one good one.
4. Missed a flight bc of traffic (not their fault, but made the rest of the itinerary very difficult)

Hotel Review
Hotel Casa Deco
Bogotá

You got what you paid for. Next to busy street, so somewhat noisy.

Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Mar 29, 2022

Dear Joseph and Ethel,
thank you very much for your evaluation.

I am glad that you enjoyed the trip in general!

We are sorry for the inconvenient issues. Thank you for the feedback regarding the guides and (transfer) service providers. We have a high standard for choosing our local partners and rely on this information from our travelers, so we will consider this in the future when planning trips.
Unfortunately, we have no control over unforeseen events such as the strike and flight... read more

Dear Joseph and Ethel,
thank you very much for your evaluation.

I am glad that you enjoyed the trip in general!

We are sorry for the inconvenient issues. Thank you for the feedback regarding the guides and (transfer) service providers. We have a high standard for choosing our local partners and rely on this information from our travelers, so we will consider this in the future when planning trips.
Unfortunately, we have no control over unforeseen events such as the strike and flight cancellation, but are glad that we were able to resolve this at short notice.

We are looking forward to welcoming you hopefully soon again in Colombia!

Best regards from San Agustín,
Michael on behalf of Chaska Tours.

What an amazing trip! I found kimkim through ...
Colombia | Feb 9 - Feb 18, 2022

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trisa o.
Belmont, CA | Reviewed on Mar 14, 2022

What an amazing trip! I found kimkim through a random google search and their tour options interested me-but especially the customization. After figuring out the details with the representative I had an exciting trip to look forward to.

I visited Bogota, Pereira region, a nice hike around Corcora along with a visit to Salento, Medellin, Guatape Day trip to hike up la Piedra rock for beautiful views, Cartagena, Minca and finally Palomino over a two week period. The accommodations selected... read more

What an amazing trip! I found kimkim through a random google search and their tour options interested me-but especially the customization. After figuring out the details with the representative I had an exciting trip to look forward to.

I visited Bogota, Pereira region, a nice hike around Corcora along with a visit to Salento, Medellin, Guatape Day trip to hike up la Piedra rock for beautiful views, Cartagena, Minca and finally Palomino over a two week period. The accommodations selected for my budget were nice and in the large cities, centrally located. Every driver was professional and Michael booked knowledgeable and friendly guides as necessary. Luis in Bogota was wonderful and told me more than I could possibly remember about the city, the gold museum, etc. Tito was very friendly and helpful at my stay in the coffee region, Jose in Medellin was helpful despite my late arrival (he stayed until I got to the hotel and since it was too late for the planned city tour he recommended me places to visit and restaurants to eat at), Cristian found some wonderful toucans in Minca, my guide in Cartagena was wonderful but his name escapes me, and then Palomino was relaxed beach time on my own. The driver's were also great with Diego in Pereira, Emerson around the Cartagena (plus transport to Minca) and the others I can't recall.

Colombia is a beautiful country you need to see for yourself to believe! Gorgeous scenery, delicious food, friendly people, there is so much to see and do. I almost wish I could keep it a secret so it does not become overrun with even more tourists :).

My only suggestion is maybe offer different vendors for the Guatape trip. A boat trip is pretty unnecessary as all you do is sit on the boat for an hour. I would have preferred to have that extra hour in Guatape because it is such a beautiful little town. Aside from that, no complaints!

Thank you for such a wonderful trip!

Hotel Review
Hotel Casa Deco
Bogotá

They provide comfortable rooms in a centrally located place in Candelaria. The staff is very friendly, the breakfast is hearty and good, and it has a lovely terrace to enjoy the sunset from.

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Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Reviewed on Mar 16, 2022

Hi Trisa,

Thank you very much for your comment, we are very happy to know that you enjoyed the experience in Colombia that we prepared together.

We will share your good comments with the guides and drivers that assisted you and we will take note of your suggestion for Guatapé's tour.

I also wanted to thank you for being such a kind traveler. It has been a pleasure for our entire team to be your hosts here. Come back soon! :)

Colombia 2022
Colombia | Feb 16 - Feb 25, 2022

Aishwarya
Aishwarya S.
Canada | Reviewed on Mar 08, 2022

My husband and I had a wonderful trip to Colombia. We visited Bogota, Medellin, Santa Marta and Cartagena in our 9 day trip. Andrea, our local Colombian specialist was extremely resourceful and thoughtful in planning out the itinerary customizing it to our liking. We were making this trip to celebrate our 5th wedding anniversary and Andrea ensured we were treated to a surprise in every location! From upgrading us to a suite in a high end hotel, to a surprise beach picnic lunch with wine, to... read more

My husband and I had a wonderful trip to Colombia. We visited Bogota, Medellin, Santa Marta and Cartagena in our 9 day trip. Andrea, our local Colombian specialist was extremely resourceful and thoughtful in planning out the itinerary customizing it to our liking. We were making this trip to celebrate our 5th wedding anniversary and Andrea ensured we were treated to a surprise in every location! From upgrading us to a suite in a high end hotel, to a surprise beach picnic lunch with wine, to having chocolate-covered strawberries and roses in our room, we were delighted :)

Colombia as a country for sightseeing is underrated. With such breath-taking landscapes, beautiful weather, wonderful people, we loved Colombia for all that it had to offer,
Kim Kim through its association with local travel agencies in Colombia, not only made us feel safe and gave a true local experience but also help the community by giving them job opportunities.

All our travel guides and drivers were fantastic. Bogota was fun with Rosita, we had a 4 hr city tour but got a great glimpse of what the city had to offer. Medellin with Maria was excellent . Santa Marta with Yubelis was exceptional. We stayed the longest in Santa Marta and was probably our favorite city amongst all that we visited. Marlon and Tavo in Cartagena were wonderful as well.

Couple of recommendations from our experience:
We wish KimKim does better by having fluent English speaking guides, some guides/drivers were not proficient and barely beginners in English speaking and that made conversations and experience very difficult. While we appreciated their efforts, but communication was almost impossible.

We traveled in times of Covid. Although arrangement of testing and receipt of test were seamless, we wish KimKim had informed us of the costs upfront. We had assumed it was covered in the overall quote they mentioned and we paid. This came as a surprise and was the need of the hour that we didnt account for. We managed but budgeting can be tricky for many.

Overall we enjoyed the experience working with KimKim and loved Colombia! I would highly recommend friends and family to use KimKim and work with Andrea. She was with us every step of the way ensuring we had a great time. I was lucky to have met her in person in Colombia! She even gifted us a keepsake when we met.

Local specialist: Andrea Morita
Andrea
Andrea Morita
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Mar 10, 2022

Dear Aishwarya,
Thank you so much for the time you took writing such lovely feedback. Everything you wrote means the world to us.
It was an honor for us to have both of you in our country. I was so happy we were able to meet.
I am so sorry about the Covid test. Every country has a different regulation; some require Antigen, PCR, or some do not; prices can vary. The information that the test was not included was mentioned in the trip plan.
Everybody says hi to both of you! We all wish you all the best. Colombia waits for both of you always with open arms,
With love,
Andrea

The best trip…
Colombia | Feb 17 - Feb 21, 2022

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Adam W.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Mar 05, 2022

Dear Margoth.
We are back home 😔 after a fabulous visit to your glorious country.
I wanted to express our gratitude for your exceptionally attentive, helpful and timely help in organising the trip.
We simply loved our stay at Calanoa in the rainforest & have taken away such wonderful memories that will last a lifetime
The logistics all ran so smoothly thanks to you 🙏
Your are an absolute star ⭐️ thank you so so much.
You have two happy fans !
All the best
Adam & Lola read more

Dear Margoth.
We are back home 😔 after a fabulous visit to your glorious country.
I wanted to express our gratitude for your exceptionally attentive, helpful and timely help in organising the trip.
We simply loved our stay at Calanoa in the rainforest & have taken away such wonderful memories that will last a lifetime
The logistics all ran so smoothly thanks to you 🙏
Your are an absolute star ⭐️ thank you so so much.
You have two happy fans !
All the best
Adam & Lola

Hotel Review
Calanoa Lodge
Leticia

Amazing Lodge, in a spectacular location run by the loveliest of people

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
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Activity Review
Boat Ride to Peruvian Margin to see Pink Dolphins and the Sunset from the River
Calanoa Lodge, Leticia
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Herman was excellent
Transport
Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Mar 05, 2022

Adam and Lola Thank you!!! It was amazing to have you both in Colombia and I am very glad you enjoyed your Amazon experience! Thank you for trusting us and I hope you come back to Colombia! All my very best wishes!!! Hasta pronto, Margoth

Travel in the Time of Covid: Colombia!!!
Colombia | Jan 10 - Jan 24, 2022

Cynthia
Cynthia J.
Bainbridge Island, WA | Reviewed on Feb 15, 2022

Our 14 day trip to Colombia was great and we owe it all to our wonderful local specialist, Andrea.
Not only did she patiently help the 3 of us plan and customize of trip (we must have changed our plans 10 times!), she was with us (virtually) every step of the way while we visited 4 locations in this stunning country. We traveled from Bogota (loved the Gold Museum!) to the coffee region (highlight: Cocora Valley hike in the Andes to see Wax Palms) to Medellin (highlight: visiting Communalist... read more

Our 14 day trip to Colombia was great and we owe it all to our wonderful local specialist, Andrea.
Not only did she patiently help the 3 of us plan and customize of trip (we must have changed our plans 10 times!), she was with us (virtually) every step of the way while we visited 4 locations in this stunning country. We traveled from Bogota (loved the Gold Museum!) to the coffee region (highlight: Cocora Valley hike in the Andes to see Wax Palms) to Medellin (highlight: visiting Communalist 13 at night) and last to Cartagena (highlight: Street Foodie Tour). Accompanied by lovely guides in each location who shared stories of their community with us. Lodging in each location was top notch too.
While we had a few disappointments, Andrea was quick to make sure we could do something to make up for it later on. I was a bit nervous booking such a big and expensive trip on an online platform, I would now not hesitate to use Kimkim to help us plan our next adventure.

Hotel Reviews
Bio Habitat Hotel
Quindío, Armenia

This was such a unique and relaxing place to relax. Each guest "nest" is a glass box perched in the trees. Quite amazing! The food was also quite nice here. I loved the breakfasts. The view at sunset from the pool deck (or in the hot pool) is spectacular!

Tips for future travelers

If you are mobility challenged, be sure to ask for a room close to the top near the reception building! The route to our room was steep and at this altitude, we needed to rest walking up! Oh, and wear your bug repellent that they provide!!!

Authenticity & Character
Loved the guest room and the public areas
Location
We had a day here just to enjoy the resort. it was great. Very relaxing
Staff
very helpful staff - especially if your Spanish is good!
Cleanliness & Comfort
what you'd expect from a 5 star property
The Click Clack Hotel Medellin
Medellin

This was a nice hotel but a bit too trendy. For my taste. My least favorite on the trip. The rooms were quite small and the corridors so dark, it was spooky! Nice bar and great breakfast . Loud music playing somewhere at night.

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Location
Staff
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Activity Reviews
Traditional Farmers Market
Bogotá

We enjoyed this activity and our guide made it special by introducing us to special Colombian pastries, cheeses, coffee and fruits! I tried several that I had never seen or heard of!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Smaller more comfortable Van
Street Food Tour
Cartagena

This tour was a great introduction to Cartagena! We recommended it to several other travelers. Andrea was our chef guide and she was terrific and the food was awesome!

Quality of Experience
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We walked!
Covid Test
Colombia

The lab came to our hotel the day before our flight. So easy. Quick results. No problems

Local specialist: Andrea Morita
Andrea
Andrea Morita
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Feb 15, 2022

Dear Cynthia,
Thank you so much for the time you took writing us a review and letting us know your thoughts about your trip. Your feedback is extremely important to us.
It was truly a pleasure having all of you in our country.
You all will always be welcome with open arms.
I wish you always the best,
Andrea

Outstanding and adventurous 2 weeks in Colombia
Colombia | Jan 28 - Feb 11, 2022

Kimberly
Kimberly B.
Hurlock, MD | Reviewed on Feb 13, 2022

We thoroughly enjoyed exploring the country of Colombia. Felipe and his team planned an itinerary for us that was perfect. We had outstanding guides and drivers. In particular Diva, in Santa Marta and Jose in Medellin were excellent for learning the culture, the food, the history, and all the natural beauty that their regions had to offer. Having a professional driver throughout the country was critical to a relaxing trip. The roads are good but crowded with many different types of... read more

We thoroughly enjoyed exploring the country of Colombia. Felipe and his team planned an itinerary for us that was perfect. We had outstanding guides and drivers. In particular Diva, in Santa Marta and Jose in Medellin were excellent for learning the culture, the food, the history, and all the natural beauty that their regions had to offer. Having a professional driver throughout the country was critical to a relaxing trip. The roads are good but crowded with many different types of vehicles and people. We felt very safe everywhere in the country and the local people clearly enjoy having Americans among them.

Hotel Review
Hotel Casa Medina Four Seasons
Bogotá, Cundinamarca

Beautifully renovated property in downtown Bogota. Staff is excellent and speaks English and super comfortable beds! Breakfast included were delicious.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Zipaquirá Salt Cathedral and Guatavita Lake Tour
Bogotá

One of the most unique tours we have seen. This former salt mine converted into a very creative and sacred Cathedral. Definitely worth visiting.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Felipe Rico
Felipe
Felipe Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Feb 15, 2022

Hi Kimberly,
It was a pleasure having you and Glenn in Colombia, and it was great to meet you! Thank you so much for visiting our home country Colombia, and for having such an amazing attitude throughout your trip! Thank you as well for taking the time to write this review and stay in touch. We hope you come back in the near future! All my Best Wishes, Felipe

Columbia
Colombia | Jan 19 - Feb 7, 2022

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Dave C.
Roswell, GA | Reviewed on Feb 13, 2022

This is the first time my wife and I have used a service like KimKim and we would recommend it very highly. We told Andrea the areas that we wanted to visit and the activities that we like doing and she developed a detailed itinerary for us. This included our daily activities, local flights, transportation, hotels, etc.

We spent 20 days in Columbia and had a very active trip of multi day hiking, city tours, food tours and different excursions in various parts of Columbia. Andrea was there... read more

This is the first time my wife and I have used a service like KimKim and we would recommend it very highly. We told Andrea the areas that we wanted to visit and the activities that we like doing and she developed a detailed itinerary for us. This included our daily activities, local flights, transportation, hotels, etc.

We spent 20 days in Columbia and had a very active trip of multi day hiking, city tours, food tours and different excursions in various parts of Columbia. Andrea was there every step of the way, very helpful and unbelievably responsive and available 24/7. My wife and I have traveled for business and pleasure throughout the world over many years and Andrea is exceptional in the service that she provides. She was efficient, knowledgeable, responsive and very thoughtful.

We really enjoyed our Columbia trip, the people are very friendly, the food is great and the beauty and variety of scenery is incredible. Our 20 day trip just scratched the surface. We will definitely be back and will use Andrea and KimKim to help us plan another great trip.

Local specialist: Andrea Morita
Andrea
Andrea Morita
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Feb 14, 2022

Mr. Dave,

Thank you so much for taking the time to write us about your experience in Colombia. It was a complete honor for us to serve you.

It was amazing that you visited destinations that are not the most touristic. Thank you for discovering and learning about Colombia in such a unique way.

Colombia waits for both of you always with open arms!

Andrea

Colombia was phenomenal!
Colombia | Jan 14 - Jan 23, 2022

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Andrew B.
Maywood, IL | Reviewed on Jan 27, 2022

Colombia was phenomenal - we had such an authentic, local experience due to the effort and care put into our trip plan by our local guide, Felipe. KimKim made it easy to communicate with updates constantly through WhatsApp while we were in the country, and catered to every need we had that popped up.

Medellin was like a tropical, Spanish-speaking San Francisco - a must see! Cartagena was an enchanting colonial Spanish town. I hope to have those wooden windowsills and white walls on a latin... read more

Colombia was phenomenal - we had such an authentic, local experience due to the effort and care put into our trip plan by our local guide, Felipe. KimKim made it easy to communicate with updates constantly through WhatsApp while we were in the country, and catered to every need we had that popped up.

Medellin was like a tropical, Spanish-speaking San Francisco - a must see! Cartagena was an enchanting colonial Spanish town. I hope to have those wooden windowsills and white walls on a latin ranch someday :).

Hotel Review
Hotel San Pedro de Majagua
Isla Grande

Charming and comfortable, and surrounded by massive local trees, the hotel is adorned with hammocks and private outdoor living rooms attached to your hotel room. Can sit in the evenings and look out over the coast, with the sea breeze and waves all around you.

Tips for future travelers

Use the bikes to get to town!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
City Tour of Medellín (with Parque Arvi)
Medellín

The cable car trip is amazing. Stunning views, and you interact with friendly locals the entire time.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Felipe Rico
Felipe
Felipe Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Jan 27, 2022

Hola Andrew, Thank you for your review and feedback, and it was amazing having you in Colombia! Thank you for trusting us with your trip and we hope you come back! I loved your description of Medellin as a tropical, Spanish-speaking San Francisco by the way :)!
Hasta pronto, Felipe

We have never heard of KimKim or used it befo...
Colombia | Jan 14 - Jan 23, 2022

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Martha B.
Casas Adobes, AZ | Reviewed on Jan 26, 2022

We have never heard of KimKim or used it before, but it worked out very well. Felipe and his associate were very responsive and available at all points, checked in with us to make sure things were running tight and we’re just super helpful. We loved Medellin and our city tour there. The restaurant reservations everywhere worked well and were appropriate for what we wanted. Cartagena was more heavily touristed than we expected but our city guide Manu was great, and the hotel was very nice,... read more

We have never heard of KimKim or used it before, but it worked out very well. Felipe and his associate were very responsive and available at all points, checked in with us to make sure things were running tight and we’re just super helpful. We loved Medellin and our city tour there. The restaurant reservations everywhere worked well and were appropriate for what we wanted. Cartagena was more heavily touristed than we expected but our city guide Manu was great, and the hotel was very nice, conveniently located, much nicer for us than a big hotel would be. We absolutely loved staying at Isla Grande. (The boat ride back was a bit choppy and wet but fun anyway.) We loved our first trip to Colombia and are so pleased with how all of the planning worked out. Thanks again!

Hotel Review
The Click Clack Hotel Medellin
Medellin

Very stylish, playful, great location, terrific service although breakfast could be a bit slow some days.

Activity Review
Dinner Reservation at OCI.Mde
Medellín

They took such good care of us. They didn’t immediately have a table ready but apologized and more than made up for it by sending complimentary dishes. The food was our favorite of the whole trip. Great place

Local specialist: Felipe Rico
Felipe
Felipe Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Jan 27, 2022

Thank you for your message Martha! It was great to meet you and thank you for visiting Colombia! thank you as well for all your valuable feedback and comments and we hope you come back in the future! All my Best Wishes, Felipe

So glad we used this service!
Colombia | Dec 31 - Jan 9, 2022

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Grace G.
Minneapolis, MN | Reviewed on Jan 21, 2022

So glad we used this service! COVID had really taken a lot of the fun out of planning trips since there was so much uncertainty and so many restrictions to keep track of. Rafaja's team made it so easy. We knew very little about Colombia coming in to the trip planning and Rafaja was so patient as we honed in on what we wanted and made recommendations that we never could have come up with on our own. A great example was when we went to the Pacific coast and people kept asking us how we... read more

So glad we used this service! COVID had really taken a lot of the fun out of planning trips since there was so much uncertainty and so many restrictions to keep track of. Rafaja's team made it so easy. We knew very little about Colombia coming in to the trip planning and Rafaja was so patient as we honed in on what we wanted and made recommendations that we never could have come up with on our own. A great example was when we went to the Pacific coast and people kept asking us how we found out about the place since they never see people from the United States there. In addition to all the planning assistance, everything was seamless as we were traveling as well and it was easy to continue communication with Rafaja's team. With all the ideas and resources Rafaja provided we could easily do many more trips to Colombia!

Local specialist: Rafaja Hanna Bertele
Rafaja Hanna
Rafaja Hanna Bertele
Local specialist in Cartagena | Reviewed on Jan 24, 2022

Thank you so much for this wonderful feedback and thank you for traveling to Colombia. Wishing you all the best!

Mother-Daughter memories in Cartagena
Colombia | Jun 12 - Jun 18, 2021

Jamie
Jamie L.
Kentwood, MI | Reviewed on Jan 19, 2022

My 16 year old daughter & I took a trip to Cartagena, Colombia this past summer. I was a little nervous about a trip like this with just us , but the help planning & the tips that I was given from Rafaja made the trip amazing.

Rafaja helped us arrange a walking tour of the city with our amazing guide Will, a trip to Rosario Islands, a mother-daughter photography session in our favorite part of town(Getsemani) and a fishing trip that we couldn't go on due to my food sickness. Our favorite... read more

My 16 year old daughter & I took a trip to Cartagena, Colombia this past summer. I was a little nervous about a trip like this with just us , but the help planning & the tips that I was given from Rafaja made the trip amazing.

Rafaja helped us arrange a walking tour of the city with our amazing guide Will, a trip to Rosario Islands, a mother-daughter photography session in our favorite part of town(Getsemani) and a fishing trip that we couldn't go on due to my food sickness. Our favorite part was the walking tour as Will was knowledgeable & passionate about his city, and he was also friendly & funny. I highly recommend the photographer Rafael that was arranged-he captured some fabulous images.

Because our experience was so good, I'm currently in the process of arranging my second Mother-Daughter trip with KimKim-as much as I'd love to visit Colombia again, we are heading to Nicaragua this time.

Local specialist: Rafaja Hanna Bertele
Rafaja Hanna
Rafaja Hanna Bertele
Local specialist in Cartagena | Reviewed on Jan 19, 2022

Jamie, thank you so much for this review :) Wishing you all the best!

Family Adventure in Colombia
Colombia | Dec 26 - Jan 5, 2022

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Nicole G.
Wilmington, NC | Reviewed on Jan 16, 2022

Thank you Margoth, Felipe, Martin, Juan Carlos, Jaruen, Jose, Maria, and drivers for a fantastic trip to Colombia. Thank you for sharing your beautiful country with us. Margoth put together a wonderful trip fitting in everything I asked for at a busy time of year. Our trip included Cartagena, Santa Marta, Rosario Islands, Tayrona, Minca, Medellin, Guatape, Rio Claro, Tabio, and Bogota. The guides were very passionate about their cities and taught so much about the places and culture. They... read more

Thank you Margoth, Felipe, Martin, Juan Carlos, Jaruen, Jose, Maria, and drivers for a fantastic trip to Colombia. Thank you for sharing your beautiful country with us. Margoth put together a wonderful trip fitting in everything I asked for at a busy time of year. Our trip included Cartagena, Santa Marta, Rosario Islands, Tayrona, Minca, Medellin, Guatape, Rio Claro, Tabio, and Bogota. The guides were very passionate about their cities and taught so much about the places and culture. They were also very patient with our kids (8 and 12). Thank you for the gifts, help with a sick child, dinner reservations (yum), and transfers. Our trip exceeded our expectations and we definitely plan to return. Margoth and Felipe kept in touch and made sure everything went smoothly.

Hotel Review
Movich Hotel Cartagena de Indias
Cartagena de Indias

Location was great. Breakfast delicious. Great vibe with rooftop pool and bar. The people managing the front desk of the hotel were outstanding.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Front desk especially, but everyone was great
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Sunset Drinks Suggestion at Café del Mar
Cartagena

Great location with spectacular sunset views and good drinks.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Jan 17, 2022

Hi Nicole, thank you so much for your review and Wow… fantastic pictures! Thank you for sharing your experience and pictures with us! I will pass on your comments with Felipe, Martin, Juan Carlos, Jaruen, Jose, Maria, and drivers, and thank you for the opportunity to be a part of your family trip to Colombia :)

Attentive Planners & Detailed Planning for a Beautiful Country
Colombia | Nov 25 - Dec 11, 2021

Kevin
Kevin H.
Philadelphia, PA | Reviewed on Jan 13, 2022

WOW! A truly special and personalized trip to a beautiful and diverse country. From start to finish, this experience with the Colombia kimkim team made every detail easier and unique. Special thanks to Felipe, Margoth, and the whole team at Aracanto for paying attention to all my special requests, detailed questions, and connecting me to guides/excursions to fit my interests.

The kimkim team were attentive to detail and knew the logistics of each day to the minute. I felt safe, listened to,... read more

WOW! A truly special and personalized trip to a beautiful and diverse country. From start to finish, this experience with the Colombia kimkim team made every detail easier and unique. Special thanks to Felipe, Margoth, and the whole team at Aracanto for paying attention to all my special requests, detailed questions, and connecting me to guides/excursions to fit my interests.

The kimkim team were attentive to detail and knew the logistics of each day to the minute. I felt safe, listened to, and even surprised by extra gifts the team setup. They made my visit to Colombia a memorable one. Thank you for sharing your country with me. ¡Fue un viaje bastante bacano!

Hotel Reviews
AC Hotel by Marriott Santa Marta
Santa Marta, Magdalena
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
The Click Clack Hotel Medellin
Medellin
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Minca Tour and Cacao Farm and Coffee Farm
Colombia

Este dia fue mi favorito de todos vacacciones. I felt like I was visiting with an old friend instead of a tour guide. The coffee farm and coffee demonstration was educational and the location in the mountains of Cierra Nevada was amazing. But my favorite was the lunch spot where me, my tour guide (Diva), and my driver (Sr. Juan) enjoyed delicious food together overlooking the view. Diva and Sr. Juan shared stories with me, and we even practiced my salsa dancing!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Full Day trip to Nature Reserve Cerro Bravo
Medellín

This hike was SO fun because it was hard & challenging, but the summit was WORTH every hard step of the amazing view of Fredonia/Cerro Bravo. Even more so, my guides (Pablo and Luis) were fantastic. I felt like I was hiking with 2 mates, rather than 2 tour guides. 13K feet climb! Then to finish, a beer together in Fredonia to celebrate!

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Felipe Rico
Felipe
Felipe Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Jan 13, 2022

Hola Kevin,
Muchas Gracias por tu mensaje! Y nos encantó tenerte en Colombia!
It was very special to have you in our home country, and great to hear you had a great time!
Thank you for visiting us, and we look forward to welcoming you back in Colombia!
We will pass on your comments to our local guides as well.

All of my Best Wishes and stay in touch,
Felipe, the kimkim team and the Aracanto team

Colombia is amazing and Kimkim is wondeful
Colombia | Dec 24 - Jan 1, 2022

Brian
Brian G.
Kensington, NY | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2022

Felipe did an outstanding job working tirelessly to customize our trip to see as much as possible in 9 days. Once in Colombia, he remained in constant contact and responded immediately 24/7 to any issues that arose. We had a wonderful time with memories that will last a lifetime. read more

Felipe did an outstanding job working tirelessly to customize our trip to see as much as possible in 9 days. Once in Colombia, he remained in constant contact and responded immediately 24/7 to any issues that arose. We had a wonderful time with memories that will last a lifetime.

Hotel Review
Sofitel Santa Clara
Cartagena
Activity Review
Airport Transfer: {{start_location}} to {{end_location}} & Guatape and El Peñol Tour
Colombia

Guatape and el penol are must sees

Local specialist: Felipe Rico
Felipe
Felipe Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2022

It was a pleasure having you in and your family in Colombia Brian! All the guides spoke highly about your family, and had a great time with your kids. Thank you for visiting our home country, and we hope you come back in the near future. My Best Wishes, Felipe

Family trip to Colombia 12/25-1/1
Colombia | Dec 25 - Jan 1, 2022

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Dave F.
Waterbury, CT | Reviewed on Jan 04, 2022

Family of 4 (kids ages 9 and 11), 1 week in Colombia (Bogota and Cartagena), Margoth arranged an amazing trip. Everything was seamless from pickup/dropoff at the airports, to all tours with local English guides, and reservations at top restaurants. It was my eldest daughters birthday and she arranged a very special day for her with treats and birthday celebrations throughout the day. There was constant communication throughout the trip and nothing was left to chance. They even arranged a... read more

Family of 4 (kids ages 9 and 11), 1 week in Colombia (Bogota and Cartagena), Margoth arranged an amazing trip. Everything was seamless from pickup/dropoff at the airports, to all tours with local English guides, and reservations at top restaurants. It was my eldest daughters birthday and she arranged a very special day for her with treats and birthday celebrations throughout the day. There was constant communication throughout the trip and nothing was left to chance. They even arranged a nurse to come to our hotel for the obligatory Covid test to come back to the US. 10/10, I've already recommended them to other friends.

Hotel Review
Hotel Casa Medina Four Seasons
Bogotá, Cundinamarca
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Jan 04, 2022

Hi Dave, thank you for visiting Colombia with your family! I am glad you had an amazing trip and it was great to be a part of your experience in Colombia! I hope you come back soon, and thank you for recommending us to other friends! Best wishes to you and tour family! Margoth

Amazing experience with Kim Kim - especially our advisor (Margoth!) and guide (Juan Manuel)
Colombia | Dec 23 - Dec 31, 2021

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Sumi M.
Broad Ripple, IN | Reviewed on Jan 03, 2022

I want to preface this review by saying that I've traveled to almost 50 countries, so I've had my fair share of trip planners that I've worked with. Margoth has by far been the most efficient, professional, responsive, and thoughtful one I've ever encountered!

We just got back from a trip to Medellin last week. There were 8 travelers, all with different arrival and departure dates. Margoth seamlessly planned around each individual and crafted an itinerary that best fit our needs and numbers... read more

I want to preface this review by saying that I've traveled to almost 50 countries, so I've had my fair share of trip planners that I've worked with. Margoth has by far been the most efficient, professional, responsive, and thoughtful one I've ever encountered!

We just got back from a trip to Medellin last week. There were 8 travelers, all with different arrival and departure dates. Margoth seamlessly planned around each individual and crafted an itinerary that best fit our needs and numbers on any given day. We had a mix of requests for her - from adventure to food to relaxing days - she was able to meet them all, offering several suggestions that helped make the most members of our group happy. She always responded within a few hours of our requests (often much sooner), even over the holidays! There was never a time when I felt something would not be taken care of because we had that much trust in Margoth. She is amazing!

Beyond Margoth, the trip we took was so great , in large part because of our tour guide, Juan Manuel. His English is perfect - he was able to describe to us in detail about the history of all we were seeing, often bringing in vivid imagery to bring home his commentary. He was patient and helpful - from e-biking to waterfall hiking (where his patience was needed in spades!) to our various questions about everything - he could always be relied upon to help! There was one day our car had issues (small!), but he made up for them by getting another car ASAP. I could not have imagined a better guide for us on this trip.

Overall, we loved Medellin, and we are so happy that we used Kim Kim to book it. I researched thoroughly before choosing a trip provider, and we chose Kim Kim due to a combination of reasonable pricing, great offerings, and the responsiveness of Margoth. Thank you for a great trip!

Hotel Review
Sites
Medellin

Sites was good for our needs - we had three different families, so it was nice to have a common area to hang out in while in our rooms. The amenities were nice and clean and modern. The cleaning staff was amazing. We appreciated the on-site laundry and breakfast each morning. The pool and workout facilities were also good for our needs. The dinner at the hotel restaurant was fantastic! What we think could have been better: --Lighting - it was so dark everywhere. Some brighter lights would have added to the cheeriness of this place --Breakfast - we had to make a reservation to go down in the morning, but if we didnt let them know in advance, we would not get the timeslot we needed. We are used to being able to go down at anytime for an included breakfast, especially considering that the meal was the exact same, EVERY SINGLE DAY (no variation at all). --The elevator was very very slow, and there was only one on site. We often walked down or up the stairs to get anywhere. --All of the above wasn't a huge deal to us. We are not too picky when it comes to hotels, and we would not even complain about the above. But the biggest problem for this hotel was bad wifi. Only if you were in the lobby or floor 12 was it good. In our room (floor 6), our wifi came and went constantly. If it was connected, it was very fast. But for the most part, it rarely connected, and we could not even get 3G or LTE service, so we were often without internet for our entire stay. In nice hotels these days, to not have reliable wifi, especially for international travelers who don't have local phone plans, is tough.

Tips for future travelers

Do not stay here if you need reliable wifi

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
'La Miel' Waterfall and Hike Tour
Medellín

So much fun to hike along the river, but not for the faint of heart!

Quality of Experience
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Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Jan 03, 2022

Dear Sumi,
Thank you for your kind words and comments, and it was a pleasure for all of us to meet you all and have you in Colombia. Thank you as well for taking the time to write this review, I really appreciate it. Your guide Juan Manuel had a great time with all of you and spoke highly about you. He called me today to make sure you had all arrived safely back home, and sends you his best wishes as well!
We really hope you come back to Colombia, and sending you my very Best Wishes for this year, Margoth

Good response
Colombia | Dec 2 - Dec 12, 2021

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Yevgeniy E.
West Bloomfield Township, MI | Reviewed on Dec 17, 2021

Timely resolved all issues expected during complicated travel times ( COVID ), complex trip plan and changing airlines schedules.

Local specialist: Laura Joy Bowman

Where to even begin! First, I believe Margoth...
Colombia | Nov 9 - Nov 17, 2021

Carly
Carly M.
Columbia, MD | Reviewed on Nov 19, 2021

Where to even begin! First, I believe Margoth deserves a lot of credit for her resilience in assuring me a safe and very special experience for my first ever international trip outside of the US! Having never even left the country before, I always had major doubts in myself, but something in my gut told me to go with this..
I didn’t want to do anything really typical. I didn’t want the all-inclusive resorts with lots of other US tourists. I wanted to be plummeted into another culture and... read more

Where to even begin! First, I believe Margoth deserves a lot of credit for her resilience in assuring me a safe and very special experience for my first ever international trip outside of the US! Having never even left the country before, I always had major doubts in myself, but something in my gut told me to go with this..
I didn’t want to do anything really typical. I didn’t want the all-inclusive resorts with lots of other US tourists. I wanted to be plummeted into another culture and embraced by love and beauty and freedom. And what better way to spend than on my birthday, 11/11, which also happened to be Independence Day for the beautiful Cartagena. We danced and celebrated in the streets, I felt at home and very embraced.
I took a chance on a country everyone often questions.. as a solo FEMALE traveler, for the first time in my life. And i loved EVERY SINGLE MINUTE OF IT.
From Margoth, Felipe and the rest of the Aracanto team, to Manuel, my tour guide.. Martin, my driver. The infectious Carolina at Oh La La Bistrot! The hotel staff and my lovely Island Boys at Rosario, to the locals ON Rosario Island i met during my Mangrove tour, to the local Cartagena vendors who I’ve been texting on Whatsapp every day because I’ve genuinely made deep connections with several of them. And on my own, even! The Hotel Sophia team who basically treated me like a princess all week. Christina and Juan, and the bartenders at the Arsenal Rum Box who introduced me to all the Colombian rum. To Dyllan, my super handsome salsa guru.. to all the staff and servers at all the restaurants (and my goodness, i never changed a single recommendation for dinner because y’all made some very impressive reservations!!)
I could not have done this without the help and extra push from Margoth and Aracanto Travel! They have really set the tone for me and i have already intrigued so many of my friends here in the states.
Many conversations i had ended up being about me traveling there alone and for my first international adventure, leaving many locals shocked, yet impressed with my choice… and continuously thanking me for trusting their home enough to come see it for myself.
I spent all my money on locally-made items, I had no reservations against supporting the bracelet/gift vendors because they took such good care of me all week! Like i said, I’ve left with many local friends!

The first night, I spent with a group from Medellin who were heading home after a fun weekend together in Cartagena. However, after an hour at Cafe Del Mar sunset with them, we decided it was imperative that i come back and make Medellin a necessary stop!
On my last morning, a street bracelet vendor who actually ended up taking me on a casual walking tour of the entire walled city the day before, stopped by my hotel just to give me a gift he made… simply because i let him take me on a tour and trusted him every step of the way.
I fell in love with myself AND Cartagena. I plan to be back before you know it…
I would recommend KimKim for anyone who needs help with traveling; especially solo travelers! And definitely plan to be an advocate, specifically for Colombia, as I hope the positive image of this beautiful country can replace anyone’s initial doubts about experiencing it. Aracanto team is FIVE STAR!!!

Until we meet again…¡ muy bacano!

Carly M

Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Nov 19, 2021

Muchas Gracias Carly!!! It was amazing having you in Colombia and being a part of your trip! It has also been a pleasure meeting you and we have truly enjoyed seeing all your videos and pictures. We hope you come back to Colombia and we send you our best wishes! Stay in touch, Margoth

In one word "EXCELANT". I would like to say...
Colombia | Oct 22 - Oct 30, 2021

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Simon K.
Maple Shade, NJ | Reviewed on Nov 02, 2021

In one word "EXCELANT".
I would like to say as a traveling person, the trip that we had to Colombia was more than what we expected. Other than the beautiful sites that we visited, it was organized so well that all 4 of us were very happy from all the organization that Margoth and Felipe arranged.
They took care of all the reservations for the hotels, restaurants and even they made all the flight check ins for us. We did not waste even one minute for any arrangements.
The local guides Oscar... read more

In one word "EXCELANT".
I would like to say as a traveling person, the trip that we had to Colombia was more than what we expected. Other than the beautiful sites that we visited, it was organized so well that all 4 of us were very happy from all the organization that Margoth and Felipe arranged.
They took care of all the reservations for the hotels, restaurants and even they made all the flight check ins for us. We did not waste even one minute for any arrangements.
The local guides Oscar in Bogota and Daniel in Medellin were great. Other than their knowledge of the places, they were very attentive of where we were and showing us all the realities of Colombia.
It was a great decision to have the trip with them and we were very satisfied and I believe we did the maximum that we can in the 8 days that we were in Colombia.
Thank to all the team, thank you Margoth and ViVa Colombia.
I hope we will be back soon.
Simon

Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Nov 03, 2021

Hi Simon,
Thank you so much for your "Viva Colombia" message! And it was a pleasure having you all in Colombia! And we do hope you come back soon! We have passed on your feedback to Daniel and Oscar and all the people involved, and we all love to hear that you had a great time in our home country! thank you as well for sharing your amazing pictures with us. Bienvenidos a Colombia whenever you want to visit us, and stay in touch. Best Wishes, Margoth

An Absolutely Amazing Experience - First But Not Last Visit to Colombia
Colombia | Oct 17 - Oct 23, 2021

Todd
Todd W.
Belmont, CA | Reviewed on Oct 26, 2021

In Bogota, I was very pleased with my guide Mafe, as well as the driver(s), and my guide Lina for a game of Tejo.
In Medellin, I was also extremely happy with my driver Claudia and my guide Daniel, as well as my guide Flako in Communa 13.
What made the tours of both cities go so well, is that having one guide the whole visit means they know what you have done so far and have not done yet, so if/when schedules or interests change, they can be flexible without being redundant or missing... read more

In Bogota, I was very pleased with my guide Mafe, as well as the driver(s), and my guide Lina for a game of Tejo.
In Medellin, I was also extremely happy with my driver Claudia and my guide Daniel, as well as my guide Flako in Communa 13.
What made the tours of both cities go so well, is that having one guide the whole visit means they know what you have done so far and have not done yet, so if/when schedules or interests change, they can be flexible without being redundant or missing something.
Every pick up and drop off was on time and I was able to absorb a tremendous amount of information about the country, people, and culture.
The entire trip, Margoth and Felipe were checking in and making further recommendations and adjustments that I asked for. I never felt alone, and knew I had them looking out for me. They went above and beyond expectations.

Hotel Review
Hotel Casa Medina Four Seasons
Bogotá, Cundinamarca

Gorgeous hotel with clean and spacious room. The breakfasts were amazing! Would definitely stay here again on my next visit!

Tips for future travelers

Order the breakfast areppas!

Authenticity & Character
Beautifully-restored building.
Location
Good central location, but not a whole lot to do in immediate area.
Staff
Friendly and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Oct 26, 2021

Hi Todd,
It was a pleasure meeting you! And all of your guides and drivers have spoken highly about you and felt fortunate to have the chance to meet you and spend time with you in their cities. Thank you for visiting Colombia and we are very much looking forward to having you back! All our Best Wishes for now, Margoth and the Aracanto Team

Cartagena & KimKim
Colombia | Sep 11 - Sep 17, 2021

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Claudia L.
El Paso, TX | Reviewed on Sep 20, 2021

We had a great time in Cartagena, all the activities planned by Margoth were thoroughly enjoyed. She hit on the nail with all her suggestions. Caro our chef was informative and fun, can’t wait to use the recipes we practiced. Manu was the perfect guide for our Mangrove experience, and Martin was so knowledgeable and courteous. Our Rum tasting with Jesus was super fun, not to mention our coffee tasting class “bautizo”, I guess I didn’t know much about coffee ☕️, great experience.
The... read more

We had a great time in Cartagena, all the activities planned by Margoth were thoroughly enjoyed. She hit on the nail with all her suggestions. Caro our chef was informative and fun, can’t wait to use the recipes we practiced. Manu was the perfect guide for our Mangrove experience, and Martin was so knowledgeable and courteous. Our Rum tasting with Jesus was super fun, not to mention our coffee tasting class “bautizo”, I guess I didn’t know much about coffee ☕️, great experience.
The restaurant reservations were the top, we loved the cuisine, especially at Cuzco’s.
kimKim was definitely the way to go.

Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Sep 20, 2021

Hola Claudia,
Wow! Lovely pictures!
Thank you so much for your detailed review and it was a pleasure meeting you and your family!! Stay in touch y hasta pronto! Un abrazo a todos,
Margoth

Natalia was awesome! You won't regret using Kimkim for any of your travels! 5 stars
Colombia | Nov 8 - Nov 17, 2019

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Patricia V.
League City, TX | Reviewed on Sep 14, 2021

Natalia was awesome! I reached out to kimkim and provide details of the experience my group wanted to have in Colombia and Natalia delivered. We received a detailed itinerary of our daily activities with a background of the culture for each location and all our flights were booked. When I had any questions, Natalia was quick to respond to my text. This trip was for my birthday and on the day of my birthday Natalia and the kimkim team sent me a bottle of whisky and cake, that was very sweet and thoughtful. I will be using them for the rest of my travels based on my first experience.

Local specialist: Natalia Rojas

Best vacation ever!
Colombia | Aug 28 - Sep 3, 2021

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Neil M.
Philadelphia, PA | Reviewed on Sep 09, 2021

I visited Colombia from 8/28-9/4 and used the trip planning service kimkim and Margoth was my agent.
I planned to go with my son but he was unable to go due to work so I went solo. I did no research before I left and just knew I wanted a very active trip and made sure Margoth knew that.
Margoth suggested I visit Bogota and Medellin and did a great job of offering me different options for daily activities. I knew I wanted to hike, bike and go white water rafting and Margoth found me great... read more

I visited Colombia from 8/28-9/4 and used the trip planning service kimkim and Margoth was my agent.
I planned to go with my son but he was unable to go due to work so I went solo. I did no research before I left and just knew I wanted a very active trip and made sure Margoth knew that.
Margoth suggested I visit Bogota and Medellin and did a great job of offering me different options for daily activities. I knew I wanted to hike, bike and go white water rafting and Margoth found me great options for all three. I told her I wanted to drink a lot of good Colombian coffee and with the help of my guide Pablo she me found me a great coffee farm to visit.
The guides Oscar in Bogota and Pablo in Medellin are great guides and terrific people. They made sure I got to all my planned adventures and made my trip special. I did all my activities with them except whitewater rafting and they were ton of fun to hang out with.
Oscar took me on a bike tour of Bogota and explained the historical significance of many of the buildings and the general history of Bogota. We hiked in the National park with a park ranger and it was awesome. The city tour included the graffiti district, the marketplace, the Fernando Botero museum and the monserrati church on a hill overlooking Bogota . All great activities.
Oscar is a professional coffee taster and took me to a cafe to sample different coffees and tutored me in the proper way to analyze different coffee blends. This was so cool and I learned a lot. He also took me to traditional Colombian restaurants that were delicious.
Margoth arranged my flights from Bogota to Medellin and got me free upgrades to business class.
In Medellin my guide Pablo took me on a city tour which included riding in a gondola to get a great view of the city. We visited Communa13 which is a shanty town built on a hill and Pablo explained the significance of the areas troubled history that was fascinating. We toured much of downtown Medellin and Pablo explained the significance of different buildings and some of the politics and history of the city..
The following day I went whitewater rafting with grade 3-4 rapids and it was a blast! The guides were very professional and I felt safe.
Pablo took me to cafe de la cima and I had an amazing coffee experience. The owners are a wonderful family and I got the chance to pick the organic coffee beans and watch the coffee beans be shelled and roasted and then was offered a coffee tasting.
Everything they served me for lunch is grown on their farm and is delicious.
My last day with Pablo and Luis our hiking guide we hiked up cerro bravo 8600ft. I asked Margoth for super active adventures and she delivered. This was a very challenging hike through jungle and forests that was so amazing and beautiful. Luis is a great hiker and guide and pointed out different birds,trees and insects along the way. I swung from vines to cross muddy parts of the trail which was cool. The vistas from the top were amazing. Pablo as always made sure I had a delicious lunch and plenty of water.
Margoth arranged for me to stay in great hotels in Bogota and Medellin and got me daily dinner reservations in the best restaurants. Never ate so well in my life!
I had an amazing Colombian vacation due to the help of Margoth guides Oscar and Pablo and the drivers of the cars that took me to these activities and safety brought me back each day. I recommend using their services if you visit Colombia because they made my vacation amazing!

Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Sep 09, 2021

Hi Neil, thank you so much for your comments and we are very happy you had a great time in Colombia! On behalf of Oscar, Pablo, and all the people involved in your trip, it was a pleasure meeting you, having you in Colombia, and assisting you during your trip. And thank you so much for your detailed comments. And we really hope you come back to Colombia soon!
Sending you all our Best Wishes,
Margoth

Fantastic family trip to Colombia
Colombia | Jul 29 - Aug 8, 2021

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Derek W.
New York, NY | Reviewed on Aug 10, 2021

Margoth and team planned and delivered a fantastic family trip to Colombia. They know all the great spots, all the places to skip, and had everything planned perfectly. Knowledgeable, responsive, and dependable and delivered a great trip.

Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Aug 10, 2021

Hi Derek, thank you for your review and it has been a pleasure meeting you and your family! We are very glad you enjoyed your family trip to Colombia and we look forward to having you back.
Best wishes, Margoth

A great trip. Very professional and friendly ...
Colombia | Jul 14 - Aug 7, 2021

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Will M.
the Turks & Caicos Islands | Reviewed on Aug 08, 2021

A great trip. Very professional and friendly guides, drivers etc. Hotels of high standard.
Can thoroughly recommend Chasko.
Was a bit wary of the online aspect of your set up but am very happy to have a had a very good experience all the way through.
Will be in touch for future travels in South and Central America.

Local specialist: Rafaja Hanna Bertele
Rafaja Hanna
Rafaja Hanna Bertele
Local specialist in Cartagena | Reviewed on Aug 08, 2021

Thank you Will for coming to Colombia. Looking very much forward receiving you again soon.
All the best,
Rafaja and the Chaska tours Team

My trip to a new foreign land was an amazing experience.....
Colombia | Apr 6 - Apr 12, 2021

Edgar
Edgar a.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Apr 18, 2021

My trip to a new foreign land was an amazing experience. The food, the culture, the architecture, the people and the weather were something I will always cherish and remember. Our trip was not conventional by any means. It had many changes to travelers and destinations. But through all of these, I was able to coordinate everything through Andrea and our local guides. We were here for my friend's birthday and she told me it was the birthday of a lifetime. We experienced so many beautiful... read more

My trip to a new foreign land was an amazing experience. The food, the culture, the architecture, the people and the weather were something I will always cherish and remember. Our trip was not conventional by any means. It had many changes to travelers and destinations. But through all of these, I was able to coordinate everything through Andrea and our local guides. We were here for my friend's birthday and she told me it was the birthday of a lifetime. We experienced so many beautiful places and people on our trip. Yes, it would have been cheaper if I did this on my own, but for the few dollars more, I had the piece of mind knowing this would be a great trip. And it was! Thank you Andra!

Local specialist: Andrea Morita
Andrea
Andrea Morita
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Apr 18, 2021

Dear Mr. Edgar,
Thank you so much for your time writing us a review, we really appreciate that. We are so happy you all had an amazing time. Thank you for inspiring us to create a trip just for you. It was a pleasure to work with you.
I wish you always the best,
Andrea

Cartagena and Santa Marta, Columbia: December 2020
Colombia | Dec 12 - Dec 19, 2020

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Sabena K.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Dec 21, 2020

My friend and I had such a wonderful and memorable time in Cartagena and Santa Marta. Margoth did an amazing job organizing and suggesting activities, transportation, hotels, and restaurants. Everything went so smoothly. She was even available during our stay and would check up on us. She is very knowledgeable on creating out perfect vacation. I wanted to visit Cerro Kennedy which not many tourist hike and she was able to make arrangements last minute as I was not sure what traveling would... read more

My friend and I had such a wonderful and memorable time in Cartagena and Santa Marta. Margoth did an amazing job organizing and suggesting activities, transportation, hotels, and restaurants. Everything went so smoothly. She was even available during our stay and would check up on us. She is very knowledgeable on creating out perfect vacation. I wanted to visit Cerro Kennedy which not many tourist hike and she was able to make arrangements last minute as I was not sure what traveling would be like at a peak of COVID.

Juan Carlos was our tour guide and driver while we Santa Marta. I highly recommend him as well if you plan on visiting Santa Marta. He is very professional, kind and knowledgeable. The personal touches and details made a big difference.

Thank you both for an amazing vacation!

Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Dec 21, 2020

It was a pleasure helping you with your trip Sabena! And thank you once again for visiting Colombia! I am very glad you had a great time here, and enjoyed your time with Juan! All my Best Wishes to you and Layla!

Oliver was great managing the whole COVID19 s...
Colombia | Mar 12 - Mar 21, 2020

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Sayu J.
Australia | Reviewed on Apr 03, 2020

Oliver was great managing the whole COVID19 situation, ensured I had the most uptodate information so I could make an informed decision to leave as soon as i possibly could. And for that, I am incredibly grateful to his situational awareness. Even though I couldn't enjoy everything Colombia had to offer, I was well looked after with really great accommodation and itinerary options. Thank you Oliver!

Local specialist: Oliver Fischer

Excellent Service
Colombia | Mar 11 - Mar 19, 2020

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Natasha C.
Australia | Reviewed on Mar 29, 2020

We cannot be more impressed with the exceptional service provided by Margoth @ Aracanto on our Colombia trip. We found her on kimkim.com to help us put together a 10-day itinerary. She promptly responded to our emails, eloquently answered every little query and request and gave excellent recommendations and options for every aspect of the trip. Our itinerary was unfortunately truncated by the COVID pandemic travel restrictions but we have nothing but praise for Margoth’s concern and support... read more

We cannot be more impressed with the exceptional service provided by Margoth @ Aracanto on our Colombia trip. We found her on kimkim.com to help us put together a 10-day itinerary. She promptly responded to our emails, eloquently answered every little query and request and gave excellent recommendations and options for every aspect of the trip. Our itinerary was unfortunately truncated by the COVID pandemic travel restrictions but we have nothing but praise for Margoth’s concern and support for us as we embarked on our tenuous four-flight journey home to Australia. We felt very well looked after from the first moment until arriving back on home soil. We highly recommend Margoth @ Aracanto if you are planning a trip to this beautiful, proud and wonderful country. We will be back! Thanks for everything Margoth!

Local specialist: Margoth Rico
Margoth
Margoth Rico
Local specialist in Bogota | Reviewed on Mar 30, 2020

Hi Natasha, thank you for your review and it has been a pleasure meeting you and Ake!
And Thank You for visiting Colombia! We are very glad you enjoyed your stay in our country!
We look forward to having you back, and in the meantime please take care.
Best wishes, Margoth