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Gustavo Camperos

I was originally born in Colombia but at a young age moved to Costa Rica with my family. As foreigners, we were inspired to get to know our new home as much as possible and through those travels, I fell in love with the place and its people. Costa Rica is richer than most countries in raw natural beauty, given its concentration in such a small land extension, but an even greater asset is its people. They are always ready to go out of their way to make you feel at home and the Pura Vida motto is highly contagious.

As my career progressed, I joined kimkim to bring my local knowledge of Costa Rica and expand my horizons by servicing Greece as well. Since then my main goal has been to dive into this destination as if it were my home, learning all about its history, its people, and all its most recent trends. My local knowledge of the destination has also expanded with development trips that have allowed me first hand to fall in love with Greece and motivated me to share with travelers what the birthplace of democracy has to offer.

How did you get involved in travel?

"Being born in Colombia and moving to Costa Rica at a young age allowed me to experience the benefits of cultural exchange. I was able to observe both cultures as a foreigner and a local, learning about their similarities and contrasts, and seeing how this exchange can enrich people's lives. This is one of the things that inspired me to create experiences that can help people grow, expand their horizons, make new friends and fall in love with customs and cultures that may even be completely opposite to what they believe. For me travel is a tool for a more tolerant and united world. "

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"I will never forget my stay at the Llao Llao Hotel in La Patagonia. It was right at the beginning of winter and I have the clear memory of swimming underneath the barrier that separated the indoor pool from the outdoor pool, feeling the piercing cold in the face as I emerged out of the water and seeing the sun set between the snowy peaks at a distance. It is a sight I do not think I can ever forget, and Patagonia is one of the places I always keep in my heart. "

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Favorite experiences

Río Pacuare Whitewater Rafting

Located along Costa Rica's Caribbean slope near Turrialba is a deep gorge considered one of the best river-rafting sites in the world. The Río Pacuare runs 67 miles (107 km) from the Talamanca Mountains to the Caribbean in the southwest of the country. Along the way, it passes through some of the...

Samaria Gorge Guided Hike

Experience a full-day guided hiking tour through Europe's longest (and Crete's most popular) river gorge, Samaria Gorge. As one of the island's natural wonders, you'll enjoy incredible views of the rushing river, rocky mountain peaks, and Crete's scenic countryside. Along the way, your local...

Sloth & Bird Hike

Embark on a two-hour hiking excursion along the "sloth trail" with a bilingual guide. Discover the tropical forest while spotting sloths, birds, and reptiles in their natural habitat.

Visit the Palace of Knossos and Archaological Museum

Enjoy a private tour of Knossos Palace, Cretes' most extensive and important archeological site. A licensed guide will cater the tour to your personal interests and lead you through the most important monuments of the site, such as the Palace of Knossos, the Little Palace, the Royal Villa, and...

Sunrise or Sunset Horseback Ride

Saddle up for an adventure on horseback! Choose between a morning or sunset ride and explore the unspoiled tropical beach near Nosara. Trot over jungle trails, cross the river to the Gulf of Nosara, and gallop along Playa Pelada's white sands as blue waves crash nearby.

Private Culture Walk with Food Tastings & Tavern Meal

Bring your comfortable walking shoes (and your appetite) on this four-hour stroll around Naxos. Experience the city through the eyes of a local as you follow your private guide to the ruins of the Temple of Apollo and climb to the Venetian Castle. After admiring island artifacts at the...

Recent trip reviews for Gustavo

Memorable trip to Costa Rica, hope to return!
Costa Rica | Nov 23 - Dec 6, 2024

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Sarah R.
Canada | Reviewed on Jan 19, 2025
We had a wonderful trip to Costa Rica, and Gustavo was knowledgeable and patient as we worked out an itinerary to work with teens, parents and grandma. Kimkim was quick to respond when we had in country questions about booked activities and any issue was resolved quickly. We enjoyed the guided nature tours we took in all locations, having a guide really ensured you got to see the animals, birds and insects. We spent on afternoon ziplining and walking on hanging bridges. If people in... Read more

We had a wonderful trip to Costa Rica, and Gustavo was knowledgeable and patient as we worked out an itinerary to work with teens, parents and grandma. Kimkim was quick to respond when we had in country questions about booked activities and any issue was resolved quickly.

We enjoyed the guided nature tours we took in all locations, having a guide really ensured you got to see the animals, birds and insects.

We spent on afternoon ziplining and walking on hanging bridges. If people in your party are doing the ziplining I would recommend that you not also book the gondola ride too, as you take it up to get to the start of the pipeline, had we known this we would not have booked separately the gondola ride.

We choose pretty basic accommodations which met our needs. We had one issue with stinging insects in Monte Verde getting into the cabin and had to prompt the staff twice to deal with the matter. We also had a issue with a rodent in our hotel in Manuel Antonio, built of shipping containers, and the hotel did move us to another room. The location however was excellent, right at the entrance to the National Park!

All our drivers between locations were excellent!

We had a memorable trip and would love to visit Costa Rica again. We have recommended KimKim to several friends and colleagues who are considering upcoming trip in different locations around the world. We will certainly be using KimKim services in the future.

Hotel Reviews
Arenal Paraíso Resort, Spa & Hot Springs
La Fortuna

Great Breakfast buffet and lovely cabins, we had ones at the back of the hotel, perfect for us as they were looking out into the jungle where we saw howler monkeys and other wildlife. The free hot spring pools on the grounds were nice to relax in. The hotel also has options for activities on site and they were able to accommodate our last minute request to zipline and horse ride. The horse riding ended up being a private session and we were taken to a river and waterfalls with a very knowledge guide.

Authenticity & Character
Cabins were clean and quiet
Location
Has own activites and hot springs
Staff
Very accommodating, especially when we booked last minute activites late one evening for the next morning.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beds were comfortable
Holiday Inn Express San Jose Airport
San Jose

Staff were friendly and helpful. We arrived into the country late due to a delayed flight and they got us into our rooms quickly. Breakfast the next morning was a good choice for a buffet. The staff observed that I was interested in some of the fresh fruit that had not been cut up (mangos etc) so I did not select the items. However, the staff came to our table with a plate of cut up prepared mango for us along with other fruits we had never tasted.

Authenticity & Character
Nothing, it is perfect for a hotel close to an airport
Location
Super close to the airport
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Los Pinos - Cabañas & Jardines
Monteverde Costa Rica

The cabins are cute and located in the forest. We had some issues communicating with the staff over stinging insects entering the cabin from the roof. It was eventually sorted. They have greenhouses on site which apparently you can purchase salad items from. However, after hiking up to the greenhouses we could find no one to help us and it did not look like you could help yourself in anyway, certainly not any direction for guests. The hotel is in a good location and you can walk the 15 minutes to town. There is a steep hill on the walk.

Authenticity & Character
Plenty of character, nice cabins in a lovely location. They are self catering.
Location
Staff
Friendliness and prompt attention to issues raised by guests
Cleanliness & Comfort
El Faro Beach Hotel
Manuel Antonio

The hotel is up a very steep hill! The views out over the ocean are amazing. The location is great, on the edge of the National Park and 5 minutes to the beach and 1-2 minutes walk to several restaurants. Rooms are small and basic, and the Beds were not comfortable, and the AC unit drips water on your head at night. You have to watch for the monkeys that will try and get in your room, have no food unattended outside.

Authenticity & Character
Lots of character being built from shipping containers.
Location
One of the best locations for view and proximity to things
Staff
Were polite. There are no phones in rooms so you have to use an app to contact them if you have any issues
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beds are not comfortable, and we had a rodent in one of our rooms that was eating the creamer packets behind the mini fridge in the night. We had thought it was a lizard but discovered after a few days it was a rodent...
Hotel Presidente
San José

Great location for exploring the city. Comfortable rooms and good breakfast. They have a restaurant on the roof too which has a nice view.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Private: Chocolate & Night Hike Experience
Private: Chocolate & Night Hike Experience
Monteverde

We had a private tour and the guide was engaging for all of us. He explained the chocolate making process and we got to sample some of the best hot chocolate I have ever had. The night hike to see the wildlife was fun even in the rain! We got to see the release of a baby snake.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Self-Guided Manuel Antonio Beaches
Self-Guided Manuel Antonio Beaches
Manuel Antonio

The beaches in the park are beautiful, plenty of iguanas and monkeys.

Quality of Experience
TreeTram, Hanging Bridges & Zipline Adventure
TreeTram, Hanging Bridges & Zipline Adventure
Monteverde

The hanging bridges and trails make you feel you are in the canopy of the jungle. The guide was knowledgeable and pointed out things of interest. The zip lining staff were fun and engaged my teen with his little Spanish and taught him a few new phrases. I was nervous of hights and the staff put me at ease with the very easy to use system.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Self-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown San José
Self-Guided Walking Tour of Downtown San José
San José

We enjoyed our day in San Jose and visited the national museum, which has a butterfly room and national history including indigenous history. We also visited the market, it is pretty crowded with narrow walk ways between stalls which can be overwhelming. I would not spend any more than 2 days max in the city, unless you want to see all the museums

Quality of Experience
Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos

Costa Rica bliss
Costa Rica | Jan 6 - Jan 15, 2025

Sabrina
Sabrina R.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jan 16, 2025

The trip was perfectly calibrated for our family of four. Every guide we had in Monteverde, fortuna, and Tamarindo was excellent. Kimkim beautifully facilitated a minor adjustment we needed. We’ll be back!

Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos

Costa Rica Trip Review
Costa Rica | Dec 24 - Jan 2, 2025

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Nadia z.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jan 06, 2025
Positives - good set of activities, although I wish we had done the volcano hike instead of the nature walk in arenal as we had already done the nature hike in monterverde. Doing it twice made no sense. Other than that rest of the activities were fun. Negatives - where I stay matters a LOT. 2/4 hotels were disappointing in a 10 day stay. That is about 5 days in total of not having good lodging which was a real turn off. No running water at times and on top of that hotel tried to swindle us... Read more

Positives - good set of activities, although I wish we had done the volcano hike instead of the nature walk in arenal as we had already done the nature hike in monterverde. Doing it twice made no sense. Other than that rest of the activities were fun.

Negatives - where I stay matters a LOT. 2/4 hotels were disappointing in a 10 day stay. That is about 5 days in total of not having good lodging which was a real turn off. No running water at times and on top of that hotel tried to swindle us for a mandatory new years meal at an outrageous cost. Sales should have checked into all this and been upfront with us but Greg in service came to our rescue and got us out of the meal. Thank you for that. I would have hoped that kimkim would have partially reimbursed us for the hotel stay in arenal as it was lousy but they did not offer to do so. They did promise to reimburse us for the cost of the new year meal which was a relief. Again, we should have not been charged for it. 1500 or so for three nights at a below mediocre hotel just doesn’t feel right. When you are paying a hefty amount for a vacation you want the best. You don’t want to be blind sided. And I wouldn't say it was the best. Greg did come to our rescue and did his absolute best. Thank god for that else this would have sucked.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Mountain Paradise
Fortuna

This isn’t a 4 star hotel, not even 3. Water in both the bathrooms would suddenly stop running. At some point in the night the water just shut down for a couple of hours which was awful. Found worms in the bathrooms. Bugs bit us. We left as soon as our excursions were over. Couldn’t wait get out.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Presidente
San José
Authenticity & Character
Location
Sketchy area but great hotel
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Capitán Suizo Beachfront Boutique Hotel
Tamarindo

Lovely hotel with very convenient location.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ficus Sunset Suites
Monteverde

Very outdated, had a weird smell, cleanliness clearly not up to par but location wise convenient to town. Definitely could be updated as from the outside it has a very welcoming presence.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Floor had hair and next day even never bothered to clean the floor. I still was kind enough to leave a tip.
Activity Reviews
TreeTram, Hanging Bridges & Zipline Adventure
TreeTram, Hanging Bridges & Zipline Adventure
Monteverde
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
EcoTermales Hot Springs & Meal
EcoTermales Hot Springs & Meal
Arenal/La Fortuna
Quality of Experience
Food
Not so great buffet. Allow people to get their own meals and not include in price of outing.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Arenal Hanging Bridges & La Fortuna Waterfall Hike with Lunch
Arenal Hanging Bridges & La Fortuna Waterfall Hike with Lunch
Arenal/La Fortuna

Loved the meal and the waterfall. Nature hike was a repeat and way too long. Could have done the volcano hike and cooking class at the farm.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos

Highly Recommended
Greece | Oct 24 - Oct 31, 2024

Kelly
Kelly E.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Nov 13, 2024
Love, Love, Love Gustavo and his support staff. This company is great and exceeded my expectations. Gustavo worked with me and my budget to make a dream come true. My husband and I were truly pleased with every aspect. Even when one tour was cancelled (no part of Kimkim - weather-related reasons, we quickly received a refund). My Kimkim team stayed in constant contact and quickly responded before the trip and throughout the trip when I needed them. Everything about the trip flowed... Read more

Love, Love, Love Gustavo and his support staff. This company is great and exceeded my expectations. Gustavo worked with me and my budget to make a dream come true. My husband and I were truly pleased with every aspect. Even when one tour was cancelled (no part of Kimkim - weather-related reasons, we quickly received a refund). My Kimkim team stayed in constant contact and quickly responded before the trip and throughout the trip when I needed them. Everything about the trip flowed smoothly and was perfect. Definitely recommend this company and Gustavo for Greece travel. Can't wait to use them again for other trips.

Hotel Review
Senia Hotel
Paros

Beautiful hotel, clean, relaxing and 5-star comfortable. Views are amazing; as is the staff, room, infinity pools, restaurant/bar (delicious breakfast!). Close to the beach, port, town-center, fresh restaurants and shopping. Can't wait to come back. Highly recommend for the perfect stay!

Authenticity & Character
Totally island Greek
Location
Walkable close to everything you want
Staff
Attentive and always available.
Cleanliness & Comfort
5-star classy and comfortable
Activity Reviews
Self-Guided Foodie Walk
Self-Guided Foodie Walk
Athens

Unfortunately, we were not able to try out all the places listed because we started late and many were closed. Missed the market and would have liked more local restaurants with local specialities. The ones that we tried though, were spot-on!

Quality of Experience
We were rushed (our fault) and should have allowed more time. The recommended tastings were great but we were not able to learn about the food and its culture (busy or unknowledgeable staff). Would have liked to learn and try more locally-produced foods (olives, ouzo, wine/beer, meze, cheeses, etc.).
Sail the Aegean & Explore Hidden Beaches in Small Cyclades
Sail the Aegean & Explore Hidden Beaches in Small Cyclades
Paros

Canceled due to weather. Kimkim quickly refunded.

Quality of Experience
Cancellation notice, transportation options, backup activity
Transport
Arranged transport to/from the port options would have been helpful (or bus availability).
Self-Guided Day Trip to Local Villages
Self-Guided Day Trip to Local Villages
Paros

We reviewed the itinerary and it looked amazing. However, we were so comfortable in Naoussa and the Senia Hotel we never took the tour, and just enjoyed the relaxation and getting to know the town.

Explore Acropolis & Acropolis Museum
Explore Acropolis & Acropolis Museum
Athens

Excellent guide! Kept up with the time, but allowed for ample breaks (much needed climbing the Acropolis, which was amazing and a must-do). Awesome knowledge and historical architecture. Pleased Greece keeps up the restoration after 3,000+ years. A full day could be spent in the Acropolis Museum. Very inspiring.

Quality of Experience
Life-bending
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Knowledge and compassion. Guide was passionate about her work
Stargazing at the Temple of Sounio
Stargazing at the Temple of Sounio
Athens

Absolutely AWESOME! Even cold, windy weather couldn't keep us away. George Kokkos as tour guide/driver was AMAZING! He was so friendly, intelligent and knowledgeable about all of Greece, a pleasure to be with. He could explain history and facts about Greek mythology, philosophy, history - more than we could take in. The astrologer and his guide were also very friendly and knowledgeable. He made constellations look easy, and I can even point some out now that I did not know about. This was truly a tour of a lifetime!

Quality of Experience
The Temple of Poseidon and stargazing with an astrologer was totally outstanding. Far exceeded our expectations.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
George was kind, giving and super smart. And a good driver. We have a new friend
Transport
Safe driver
Self-Guided Highlights Walk
Self-Guided Highlights Walk
Athens

Everything was right in place and perfect.

Quality of Experience
Everything
Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos
Gustavo
Gustavo Camperos
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Nov 14, 2024

Hi Kelly!!

Everyone from me, to Jessica to the whole team is absolutely moved by your message.

We are very grateful for having been able to be part of this experience and adventure and will be eager to help you in future trips!

Great Trip and largely hassle free planning
Greece | Sep 28 - Oct 5, 2024

Jon
Jon F.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Oct 21, 2024
Some issues with time zones, pricing, and feedback prevent me from giving this 5-stars. However, I would definitely use Kimkim again. The trip was fantastic and largely hassle free. The local guides were particularly good, especially for the olive tasting and the trips to Sparta and the fortresses in the southwest. Everyone was on time, everyone was reliable. The hotels were good and as advertised. It was the easiest personalized trip I’ve ever had, and one of the best trips in my... Read more

Some issues with time zones, pricing, and feedback prevent me from giving this 5-stars. However, I would definitely use Kimkim again. The trip was fantastic and largely hassle free.

The local guides were particularly good, especially for the olive tasting and the trips to Sparta and the fortresses in the southwest. Everyone was on time, everyone was reliable. The hotels were good and as advertised. It was the easiest personalized trip I’ve ever had, and one of the best trips in my life.

Hotel Reviews
The Social Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals
Athens

Small rooms and almost no amenities, but it was clean, well-run, and in a great location.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Belvedere Hotel Kalamata
Kalamata, Messinia
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Private Day Trip to Delphi & Meteora
Private Day Trip to Delphi & Meteora
Athens
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Car was damaged, causing travel to me much louder in the car than it should have been.
Culinary Walk, Olive Oil Tasting & Lunch
Culinary Walk, Olive Oil Tasting & Lunch
Kalamata

The guide was fantastic, the food was great, and it was easy for the family (13-year old twins) to have fun with it.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Transfer & Self-Guided Trip to Ancient Olympia
Private Transfer & Self-Guided Trip to Ancient Olympia
Greece

The trip was great, but really it was the local driver/guide who made this special.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Transfer & Self-Guided Visits to Pylos & Methoni Castles
Private Transfer & Self-Guided Visits to Pylos & Methoni Castles
Greece

The trip was great, but really it was the local driver/guide who made this special. Thank you, Lia!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos
Gustavo
Gustavo Camperos
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Oct 25, 2024

Hello Jon!

I want to thank you for your sincerity in the things that we can improve upon, while still having a wonderful time. We will use your feedback for our continuous improvement and deliver an even better experience in a future opportunity.

Thank you so much for sharing your pictures, you have a beautiful family.

Until the next adventure!

Greek islands
Greece | Sep 16 - Sep 27, 2024

Steve
Steve P.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Oct 06, 2024
All of the drivers and trips we booked were great , the people of Greece were amazingly nice and friendly .
Hotels were spot -on as far as location, cleanliness, great included breakfasts.
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All of the drivers and trips we booked were great , the people of Greece were amazingly nice and friendly .
Hotels were spot -on as far as location, cleanliness, great included breakfasts.

Hotel Review
Heliotopos Hotel
Santorini

We had a “cave” style room at the Heliotopos hotel in Santorini. It was very clean, just a few steps to navigate. The view was amazing! We looked at the beautiful town of Oia, as well as the smaller towns lining the top of the caldera. Breakfast each day was homemade, including egg dishes, meats, fresh juices, and pastries. Would definitely recommend this hotel!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Morning Catamaran Cruise
Morning Catamaran Cruise
Naxos

The catamaran trip was super! Anna, our captain made sure everyone was well taken care of. She explained where we were going, how long each section would take, and some history of what we were seeing. We were fed 3 different times on the boat, and were able to swim at 2 different spots. She was very professional, but also made the trip fun for everyone!

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
E-Bike Experience in Naxos with Farm visit and Wine Tasting
E-Bike Experience in Naxos with Farm visit and Wine Tasting
Naxos

Manos was our guide, but he also became a friend. He took us to an olive oil press, where they showed us how they made olive oil years ago. We tasted the current, flavored olive oils too. Also visited the “kouros”, which is a marble statue, believed to be from around 570 BC. We had a great lunch at a family owned, roadside cafe where the owners did not speak English, but were prepared for us anyway. Next to a family farm where they make cheese from cows, sheep, and goats. Great day, felt like we learned a lot about island life from Manos.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos
Gustavo
Gustavo Camperos
Local specialist in Costa Rica | Replied on Oct 08, 2024

These pictures are amazing Steve!!!

I am so glad you had a nice time in Greece 🩵🇬🇷

10 Great Days in Greece
Greece | Sep 15 - Sep 24, 2024

Jeremy
Jeremy L.
Canada | Reviewed on Oct 01, 2024
Our 10-day trip to Greece was, in a word, memorable. I had never heard of Kim Kim before but I have to say that they provided a great service in planning the trip and a great way to enjoy it. Highlights of our custom-designed itinerary included the walking tour of the Acropolis and Plaka district of Athens with guide Angela, the catamaran cruise around Santorini, the Greek cooking evening on Naxos with guide/driver Spiros and hosts/instructor Yannis and Maria. We were met at every stop by... Read more

Our 10-day trip to Greece was, in a word, memorable. I had never heard of Kim Kim before but I have to say that they provided a great service in planning the trip and a great way to enjoy it. Highlights of our custom-designed itinerary included the walking tour of the Acropolis and Plaka district of Athens with guide Angela, the catamaran cruise around Santorini, the Greek cooking evening on Naxos with guide/driver Spiros and hosts/instructor Yannis and Maria. We were met at every stop by drivers organized by Welcome Pickups and all of these were punctual, friendly and informative.
Many thanks to Lea and Gustavo for all their work in planning and setting up all the detailed arrangements.

Hotel Review
Agali Houses Santorini
Firostefani, Santorini

We were a little surprised by the number of steps down to the hotel, but the views from it were spectacular, with very nice outdoor spaces and friendly, accommodating staff. Special thanks and kudos to the porters who lugged our cases up and down the steps!

Authenticity & Character
Location
Spectacular views
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Private Walk of Acropolis & Food Tour
Private Walk of Acropolis & Food Tour
Athens
Quality of Experience
Angela
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide, Angela, was very knowledgeable and friendly. She did a great job in adjusting the tour to fit our pace and interests.
Sunset Caldera Catamaran Cruise
Sunset Caldera Catamaran Cruise
Santorini

This was a great afternoon/evening! The number of people on the cruise was appropriate to the catamaran so that we didn't feel crowded at all. The crew were very friendly and helpful and the barbeque meal was very good too.

Quality of Experience
Opportunities to swim in geo-heated and regular water. Spectacular views of the geology of Santorini.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Self-Guided Hike From Fira to Oia
Self-Guided Hike From Fira to Oia
Santorini

We didn't really do this activity because the steep terrain made it a bit intimidating.

Traditional Cooking at a Naxian Village Home
Traditional Cooking at a Naxian Village Home
Naxos

This was a special opportunity to meet and interact with "real" Naxians who were very welcoming and hospitable.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our driver/guide (Spiros) was very informative, friendly, and keen to give us a great experience.
Self Guided Beach Day in Naxos
Self Guided Beach Day in Naxos
Naxos

We had a very nice day at Agrios Prokopios. This included a very nice lunch and leisurely stroll along the foreshore.

Family-Run Vineyard & Olive Grove Visit with Tastings
Family-Run Vineyard & Olive Grove Visit with Tastings
Mykonos

This was a nice activity but not outstanding in my opinion. I felt that the tour of the 'garden' was a bit rushed. However, like the Naxos farm visit, it was great to see something of the island that wasn't a typical tourist stop.

Guides, Drivers and Staff
Self-Guided Local Markets Visit
Self-Guided Local Markets Visit
Mykonos

Following Lea's advice we had a very nice walk around the narrow streets near the old port, with a nice lunch along the way.

Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos
Gustavo
Gustavo Camperos
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Oct 03, 2024

Hello Jeremy!
Thank you so much for this detailed review.
We are delighted that your first time with kimkim has been a positive experience and hope to help you with your trips in the future :)

Pura Vida, Kimkim!
Costa Rica | Sep 8 - Sep 19, 2024

Lita
Lita K.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Sep 21, 2024
We’ve been used to DIY traveling to North America, Europe and Asia for several years. This year, we decided for the first time to use an agency to do the planning for our Central American travel to Costa Rica. We came across Kimkim in our search, which did all the hotel bookings and activity planning for us based on the preferences we provided them. Kimkim didn’t disappoint us and had, in fact, exceeded our expectations by making adjustments to our needs while we were already in the midst of... Read more

We’ve been used to DIY traveling to North America, Europe and Asia for several years. This year, we decided for the first time to use an agency to do the planning for our Central American travel to Costa Rica. We came across Kimkim in our search, which did all the hotel bookings and activity planning for us based on the preferences we provided them. Kimkim didn’t disappoint us and had, in fact, exceeded our expectations by making adjustments to our needs while we were already in the midst of our Costa Rican adventure. Their quick response to our requests were commendable. The adjustments they made for us due to my traveling partner who developed medical issues during our travel were addressed seamlessly. Jessica, our Kimkim agent who we touched based with till the end, was always responsive and made sure we were getting the most of our travel time. We would not have had a memorable experience without Kimkim’s services and its expertise of Costa Rican life, land, people, and culture. Pura Vida!

Hotel Review
Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs
Fortuna

It has everything we needed as seniors (with senior moments) in our wellness retreat -- fresh fruits, healthy cuisine made of local produce, shuttle that helps with our less than ideal mobility, and easy access to the hotel's several thermal hot springs. On top of all these, the cleaning lady who took care of our room called the lobby/reception desk when she realized we forgot something. She knew we were already waiting for our van at the lobby that will take us back to the airport and made sure to reach us right away. She saw the money that my partner stashed away but totally forgot to retrieve. Pura Vida, Arenal Manoa & Hot Springs and its Staff!

Authenticity & Character
It's location which is at the base of the Arenal Volcano. It's a sprawling resort where you can simply stay put and let nature and wildlife mesmerize you.
Location
Each morning, we wake up looking at the magnificent Arenal Volcano.
Staff
Attentive and honest.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos
Gustavo
Gustavo Camperos
Local specialist in Costa Rica | Replied on Oct 03, 2024

Hi Lita!!!!

I must say I enjoyed our planning process and getting to know you :)

I hope that your partner is better now and that both of you can remember your Costa Rica trip as a lovely experience.

Monteverde was wonderful. Ficus is PERFECT.
Costa Rica | Aug 7 - Aug 13, 2024

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William Q.
Brookhaven, GA | Reviewed on Aug 15, 2024
Monteverde was wonderful. Ficus is PERFECT in almost every way. I WILL go back there as soon as I can get there.
The guides, especally Juan Carlos at El Tigre, were wonderful.
Santa Teresa was a little ragged for our tastes. It looks perfect for 20-somethings who might be looking for surfing and meeting other young people, but it was somewhat hard to get around in and just not for us. The Fuego Lodge was nice and Candelaria was a huge help when I needed it, but after Ficus in... Read more

Monteverde was wonderful. Ficus is PERFECT in almost every way. I WILL go back there as soon as I can get there.
The guides, especally Juan Carlos at El Tigre, were wonderful.

Santa Teresa was a little ragged for our tastes. It looks perfect for 20-somethings who might be looking for surfing and meeting other young people, but it was somewhat hard to get around in and just not for us. The Fuego Lodge was nice and Candelaria was a huge help when I needed it, but after Ficus in Monteverde, anything else is hard to compare.

All drivers were courteous and extremely reliable.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Ficus
Monteverde Costa Rica

Perfection!!!!

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Fuego Lodge
Cobano
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Hampton Inn & Suites San Jose Airport
Alajuela

A good overnighter.

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Tortuga Island Day Trip
Tortuga Island Day Trip
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 El Tigre Waterfalls Exploration
El Tigre Waterfalls Exploration
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Treetopia: Tram,  Zip Lines & Hanging Bridges
Treetopia: Tram, Zip Lines & Hanging Bridges
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Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos
Gustavo
Gustavo Camperos
Local specialist in Kimkim HQ | Replied on Oct 03, 2024

Once you fall with Monteverde is hard to compare it with anything else.

It is the same way for me, as the peace and tranquility this place offers is unparalleled. I always say that the best coffee is the one you can drink in the morning in Monteverde.

I am glad you were able to experience it and hope that you can come back as soon as possible.

We will be waiting to help you enjoy it even more :)

Erros
Costa Rica | Aug 1 - Aug 7, 2024

Pete
Pete B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Aug 10, 2024

Horrendous 1.5 hour overlap in schedule one day.
A citied activity was not provided.

Local specialist: Gustavo Camperos