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Tamer B. Obeid

A traveler myself since 1997, blessed to have had unforgettable experiences in different parts of this world that haven’t ceased to amaze me! Originally from the middle east, I have lived in the UAE, Qatar, Malaysia, Turkey, and Ecuador, amongst other countries. Landed in Latin America almost 7 years ago, and it didn’t take long to start getting dazzled by the pristine and incredibly diverse array of wonders, the intriguing culture, and the warmth of the people in this part of the world!

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"We specialize in making your dream journey come true. Allow us some of your time and we will tailor-make a trip of a lifetime for you!
From the north of Chile, close to the Argentine and Bolivian borders, to the volcanic Easter Island; one of the most remote inhabited places on Earth, all the way to Patagonia, we promise you exceptional experiences."

How did you get involved in travel?

"I was lucky enough to be able to start traveling at a very early age. For different reasons related to my initial career, I found myself moving from one country to another, admiring their various cultures and the unique experiences each generously offered. At one point, I was granted the invaluable chance of joining a magnificent team and becoming a travel specialist where I can combine two of my top passions; travel and customer service that is. Since then, I hold dear every chance I have to draw a smile on my travelers’ faces, share knowledge with them and help them have memorable times."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"As each travel experience I had throughout the years possesses a certain spot in my heart and memories, it is not easy to favor one over the other. Each welcoming face I met, scenery I gazed at and adventure I sighed after has its own distinguished contribution. Whether visiting an indigenous community in the Ecuadorian Amazon and learning about their customs, or whitewater rafting in Jatunyacu river, all are experiences I aspire to share with our passionate travelers."

Tamer B. is part of the following groups: Patagonia Travel Agents, Chile Travel Agents
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Recent trip reviews for Tamer B.

Another excellent kimkim.com trip - Chile was Amazing
Chile | Feb 12 - Feb 25, 2025

Kimberly
Kimberly B.
Hurlock, MD | Reviewed on Feb 28, 2025
As always with kimkim.com the planning and communication for our Chile trip was excellent. Tamer listened to what we wanted to see and do and made good suggestions for additions like fishing on the river. He took into account the limitations of our group and made sure our guides were well informed. We especially appreciated the responsiveness to our questions during the trip and the coordination for our transports and excursions. Read more

As always with kimkim.com the planning and communication for our Chile trip was excellent. Tamer listened to what we wanted to see and do and made good suggestions for additions like fishing on the river. He took into account the limitations of our group and made sure our guides were well informed. We especially appreciated the responsiveness to our questions during the trip and the coordination for our transports and excursions.

Hotel Reviews
ICON Hotel
Santiago

Excellent location, cool vibe, rooftop pool and restaurant with good food and live music. Service was top notch and rooms were comfortable.

Authenticity & Character
Modern and filled with video and are of Chile
Location
Walkable to many restaurants, shopping and activities. We felt safe and connected to the city.
Staff
Very responsive when my luggage didn't arrive and I needed to be contacted while on an excursion. Service with a smile and excellent English speakers.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Rio Serrano
Torres del Paine

This hotel is perfection, from the staff, to the views, to the meals and the common areas, it is first class. We were recommended to get the full board plan which was all inclusive breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinks. It was excellent.

Authenticity & Character
It made you feel like you were in the middle of Patagonia with every view. Horses wandering through the property, riding available on site, birding from your chair!
Location
Perfect location in the park. Easy to get everywhere. Views of the mountains from everywhere in the hotel were breathtaking and ever changing.
Staff
Smiling, courteous service. Anticipating your every need.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Spotless everywhere including pool, spa, common areas.
Solace Puerto Varas
Puerto Varas

Conveniently located just up the hill from town. Walkable to the lake, many restaurants and shopping.

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful location and property, could use better outdoor seating and make better use of their gardens. When the hotel was busy, there ae limited places to gather.
Location
Quiet and central
Staff
Always happy to make recommendations and reservations.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms were nice size and comfortable. Carpets and bathroom could use upgrading.
Hotel Alma Sur
Punta Arenas

Comfortable, helpful staff and nice common areas with plenty of seating. Breakfast was good and the restaurant served 3 meals a day.

Authenticity & Character
Felt like a locally owned place, not a big US hotel!
Location
Just a 10 minute walk from town, near many restaurants and safe.
Staff
Super nice, helpful with storing luggage and answering questions
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms were clean and well equipped, beds and pillow very comfy
AKA Patagonia
Puerto Natales

We didn't stay at this hotel. I put the rating in just to get through the review. We stayed at the Best Western Patagonia. It was a very good choice.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Wine Tasting, Valparaiso and Viña del Mar- Private Tour
Wine Tasting, Valparaiso and Viña del Mar- Private Tour
Chile

Juanito was kind and knowledgeable about our location and the area we visited. He didn't seem to know that we were having a wine tasting in the afternoon and had to set it up on the fly. This is a very long day in the car with not enough time to get out and walk the city / town.

Quality of Experience
Juanito was a good guide but his van was not good. If using him again, have an another driver. Janet's English and knowledge was fine and he was helpful and fun.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
When he talked while driving he slowed down ALOT on the highway. On the way home. he drove very fast and in the right lane scared us with a swerving to miss a slow vehicle.
Transport
The van was old, uncomfortable and didn't feel very safe on the highway. Had a low tire and this wasn't the first time it was low.
Visit the Saltos del Petrohue - Todos Los Santos Lake  & Osorno Volcano
Visit the Saltos del Petrohue - Todos Los Santos Lake & Osorno Volcano
Chile

Excellent group tour, great timing to visit each place and enjoy the scenery.

Quality of Experience
Javier was very good and I highly recommend this trip.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Javier was excellent, knowledgeable and a good communicator. Kept us to a good schedule.
Transport
It was a very nice van but The van was over crowded with 1 extra person jammed in the back seat. Those in the back couldn't understand Javier over the mic system.
Full Day Private Tour to Chiloe  - The Island of the Legends
Full Day Private Tour to Chiloe - The Island of the Legends
Puerto Varas

Chiloe is interesting with a few historical attractions to see but they are very spread out once you get to the island and it is a VERY long drive. We wouldn't recommend it for a day trip.

Quality of Experience
I'm not sure other and its too long in the car for a day trip. We had a wonderful lunch experience at Mercado Delcahue watching our meal be prepared by a local family. It was delicious.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guide, driver and transport were great.
Transport
Very comfortable
Magdalena Island - Penguin Encounter Half Day Tour
Magdalena Island - Penguin Encounter Half Day Tour
Chile

An amazing adventure to experience magellanic penguins. Excellent boat ride with dolphins and sea lions.

Quality of Experience
On time, well guided and breathtaking closeness to the penguins and gulls
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Explore Punta Arenas
Explore Punta Arenas
Punta Arenas

We learned a lot about the town, the history, the amazing cemetery and the explorers. Always a good way to be introduced to a new area.

Quality of Experience
Super windy day and the driver and Joaquín took very careful care of us
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Knowledgeable, clearly have a deep interest in history and culture, kind and helpful
Transport
Fishing in Maullin River - Half-Day (October to May)
Fishing in Maullin River - Half-Day (October to May)
Puerto Varas

Mateo and Paulo were amazing guides and fishing instructors. We had a beautiful sunny day on the river, learned to fish for trout and loved the whole excursion.

Quality of Experience
Unique float boat with guide navigating the river while we fished. Beautiful river with jungle on both sides!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very patient teaching us and helping us catch fish! Provided us a yummy lunch and drinks. Know so much about the ecology, flora and fauna and fish
Transport
Safe and fun
Torres del Paine National Park - Private Panoramic Tour
Torres del Paine National Park - Private Panoramic Tour
Chile

Joaquin gave us a comprehensive tour of the park, beyond all expectations.

Quality of Experience
Every changing weather and wind made Joaquin's experience as a guide so important. We had plenty of opportunity to walk and explore at a pace that was just right for our group.
Food
Provided by hotel in a box lunch
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Joaquin was driver and guide and did an excellent job of telling us stories, answering questions and keeping us safely on the road!
Transport
super comfy van w captains seats
Full Day Private Grey Lake Hike - Glacier Navigation & Hike around the Lake
Full Day Private Grey Lake Hike - Glacier Navigation & Hike around the Lake
Chile

We did not end up taking this trip. The hike was going to be too difficult for us and the weather too rainy and cold. I had been advised by Tamer that because it was a private tour, we could customize the hike to meet our needs. I don't think he realized we would have been dropped off on an island and once the boat would have dropped us off, we would have had to stay on the island our in the elements for 8 hours until the boat came bak to get us. Our local coordinator Jose Luis made us aware of the situation, that there was not way to do a gentle hike and so we didn't get to go. I'm sure it's a great trip but it is difficult and remote with no flexibility to adjust for an easier trek. It never should have been recommended to us.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Chilean Food Tour & Picnic with a View of Santiago
Chilean Food Tour & Picnic with a View of Santiago
Santiago

Angel was an excellent guide. We enjoyed the walking through the market, tasting local foods and the grand finale wine and local snacks on the hill overlooking the city. We learned a lot about the culture and Santiago in our very first day.

Quality of Experience
Professional, knowledgeable and fun!
Food
Local, fresh and yummy
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Thoughtful and very interesting
Transport
Comfortable and safe
Local specialist: Tamer B. Obeid
Tamer B.
Tamer B. Obeid
Local specialist in Quito & Santiago | Replied on Mar 03, 2025

Hi Kimberly,
Thank you so much for this beautiful review.
It was great to follow you during your trip and see your photos :)
I can see you had a memorable time and experience, and that is a big present for us.
Kind regards,
Riwal :)

We had the best time! Thank you Camila and Ta...
Chile | Jan 27 - Feb 8, 2025

Sharon
Sharon B.
Canada | Reviewed on Feb 20, 2025

We had the best time! Thank you Camila and Tamar! We really enjoyed all of your recommendations and tips to make the most out of our time in Chile!

Local specialist: Tamer B. Obeid
Tamer B.
Tamer B. Obeid
Local specialist in Quito & Santiago | Replied on Feb 21, 2025

Hi Sharon,
I'm so happy to hear you had such a wonderful experience in Chile, I love the pictures!
It was a pleasure for our team and me to work with you on your perfect adventure, and our best reward is knowing that you went back home with lovely memories of this amazing country.
We hope to see you again soon for a new adventure in South America!
A big hug,
Camila

Overall it was a great experience.
Chile | Feb 1 - Feb 4, 2025

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Ron W.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Feb 04, 2025
Overall it was a great experience. Just be aware that sometimes things run on time and sometimes pickups run 30 minutes late Read more

Overall it was a great experience. Just be aware that sometimes things run on time and sometimes pickups run 30 minutes late

Activity Review
Bike Tour Laguna Cejar
Bike Tour Laguna Cejar
Chile

Great guide. Good exercise!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Tamer B. Obeid
Tamer B.
Tamer B. Obeid
Local specialist in Quito & Santiago | Replied on Feb 05, 2025

Hi Ron :)
Thank you for your valuable feedback; it is very appreciated.
Yes, in San Pedro de Atacama, the pick-up time can't be exacted when the tours are shared; that's why we were giving you an approximate schedule time. But, otherwise, I am so happy you enjoyed all the tours.
Yours,
Riwal

trip to Bolivia and Chille
Chile | Jan 7 - Jan 19, 2025

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Helena N.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jan 22, 2025
All local guides were great, our trip went smoothly, and we saw many interesting and beautiful places.
We really enjoyed both cultural shows one in La Pas and other in Rapa Nui.
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All local guides were great, our trip went smoothly, and we saw many interesting and beautiful places.
We really enjoyed both cultural shows one in La Pas and other in Rapa Nui.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Presidente
La Paz

Excellent location, clean and quiet.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
ICON Hotel
Santiago
Authenticity & Character
Location
Located in quiet neighborhood, great park and mall is in walking distance. We used subway to get to other parts of Santiago
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hote Hotu Matua
Hanga Roa

There was no AC, only one portable fan...there is available only one electrical outlet to accommodate either the fan or the TV. The bathroom and room furniture need some update.

Authenticity & Character
Beautiful entrance area
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Visit Copacabana, Titicaca Lake and Sun Island
Visit Copacabana, Titicaca Lake and Sun Island
Chile
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Rano Raraku Volcano & Anakena White Sand Beach
Rano Raraku Volcano & Anakena White Sand Beach
Easter Island
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Kari Kari Cultural Show and Dinner
Kari Kari Cultural Show and Dinner
Easter Island
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
La Paz - City Tour & Moon Valley
La Paz - City Tour & Moon Valley
La Paz
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Santiago City Tour
Santiago City Tour
Santiago
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Wine Tasting at Viña Cousiño Macul & Visit the Bahai Temple
Wine Tasting at Viña Cousiño Macul & Visit the Bahai Temple
Santiago
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Visit Valparaiso, Viña del Mar and San Alfonso del Mar- Private Tour
Visit Valparaiso, Viña del Mar and San Alfonso del Mar- Private Tour
Chile
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to the Airport  for your Flight to Easter Island
Transfer to the Airport for your Flight to Easter Island
Chile
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Ahu Akivi & Tahai - Visit a Ceremonial Site
Ahu Akivi & Tahai - Visit a Ceremonial Site
Easter Island
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Good Bye Easter Island - Transfer to the Airport for your flight to Santiago.
Good Bye Easter Island - Transfer to the Airport for your flight to Santiago.
Chile
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Tamer B. Obeid
Tamer B.
Tamer B. Obeid
Local specialist in Quito & Santiago | Replied on Jan 22, 2025

Hola Helena,
Thank you so very much for your kind words and sharing your travel experience!
I am happy that you enjoyed your journey discovering Bolivia and Chile and I'm grateful for the trust you placed in us to be part of your beautiful holiday.
Also, we take very seriously your feedback and will use it to continue improving our services and provide the best experiences.
We hope to see you again soon for a new adventure in the magical South America!
All the best, Tamer and Team

Amazing experience in Chile! We had great adv...
Chile | Dec 22 - Jan 2, 2025

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Ameet R.
Germany | Reviewed on Jan 16, 2025
Amazing experience in Chile! We had great advice and support from Tamer, Camila, and Angel from Responsible Travel. They were available via WhatsApp during the trip, were attentive to our needs and very responsive. We had some minor travel snags, which is to be expected with so many flights, hotels, transfers, etc. Camila and Angel in particular were always there to make sure we were safe, comfortable, and all of our needs were met. My only suggestion for improvement was the tour selected for... Read more

Amazing experience in Chile! We had great advice and support from Tamer, Camila, and Angel from Responsible Travel. They were available via WhatsApp during the trip, were attentive to our needs and very responsive. We had some minor travel snags, which is to be expected with so many flights, hotels, transfers, etc. Camila and Angel in particular were always there to make sure we were safe, comfortable, and all of our needs were met. My only suggestion for improvement was the tour selected for Rapa Nui (Easter Island) didn't include the most famous Moai sights of the island (Rano Raku and Ahu Tongariki), so we had to make our own arrangements on the island to see those sights.

Hotel Reviews
Mandarin Oriental, Santiago
Las Condes, Santiago

Very modern and luxurious hotel, with fantastic restaurants and a very nice and accommodating staff. I would love to return and stay here again.

Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Cumbres San Pedro
San Pedro de Atacama

Beautiful hotel, comfortable rooms, helpful staff. The restaurant was so-so. Also, it was located far from the main town so you have to rely on their shuttle service (which stops running at 9:30pm).

Authenticity & Character
Location
Far from the main town
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Hare Nua
Hanga Roa

Really nice and comfortable hotel. The staff was the highlight, they were so nice and caring. You almost felt like you were staying at your grandmother's home (in fact, the translation of Hare Nua is "Grandma's house").

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
The women who worked at the front desk were extremely nice and helpful. They recommended some wonderful restaurants and helped us make reservations.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Santiago  Walking City Tour
Santiago Walking City Tour
Santiago

Jose was a wonderful guide! We learned so much about the culture of Chile and the history of Santiago with him as our guide!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Jose was great! Very nice, knowledgeable, great command of English.
Transport
Wine Tasting, Valparaiso and Viña del Mar- Private Tour
Wine Tasting, Valparaiso and Viña del Mar- Private Tour
Chile

This was a really fun day. We visited a winery in the Casablanca Valley, did some wine tasting. Then we visited Valparaiso, a beautiful port city with lots of amazing street art. And finally, we walked around the city and beach of Vina del Mar. We had Jose again as our guide, he was superb again!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Jose was amazing!
Transport
Astronomical Tour -  Atacama Desert
Astronomical Tour - Atacama Desert
San Pedro de Atacama

Wonderful experience, we got to see so many stars and constellations, as well as 4 planets. The transportation was great and the guides (astronomy experts) were engaging and knowledgeable.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Full Day Trip- Red Rocks, Lagunas Altiplanicas & Atacama Salt Flats
Full Day Trip- Red Rocks, Lagunas Altiplanicas & Atacama Salt Flats
San Pedro de Atacama

This was definitely one of the highlights of our trip. Pierre (our guide) was very kind and knowledgeable. The Salt Flats are very beautiful and unique. We started by visiting Salar de Talar, then we visited Laguna Miscanti and Laguna Miniques. On the drives, we spotted a lot of native wildlife and were able to see llamas and vicunas up close. Our final stop was the signpost for the Tropic of Capricorn.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our guide Pierre was wonderful, we learned so much about all of the natural wonders, the history of the Atacama desert. Also about the people in the region. He was great!
Transport
Visit the Tatio Geysers - Private Tour
Visit the Tatio Geysers - Private Tour
San Pedro de Atacama

Another major highlight of our trip. We loved seeing the Tatio Geysers, you can get really close to the geysers. This is the 3rd largest geothermal site in the world (behind Yellowstone and a site in Russia), and the one at the highest altitude. We had a delicious breakfast at Geyser Blanco. On the drive back, we saw a flamingo reserve and visited the Atacama Wetlands.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We had Pierre again as our driver and guide. He was spectacular!
Transport
Afternoon Visit to "Valle de la Luna " - Private tour
Afternoon Visit to "Valle de la Luna " - Private tour
Chile

The Valle de la Luna is an incredible experience. We loved it! Otherworldly landscapes, including sand dunes, craters, cliffs, and bizarre rock formations. We learned that the movie Dune and the TV series Mandalorian had scenes filmed in Valle de la Luna. The sunset we experienced was truly unforgettable!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Transfer to the Airport  for your Flight to Easter Island
Transfer to the Airport for your Flight to Easter Island
Chile
Ahu Akivi & Tahai - Visit a Ceremonial Site - Private Group
Ahu Akivi & Tahai - Visit a Ceremonial Site - Private Group
Easter Island

Ata, our guide, was incredible. Very enthusiastic, and he shared so much knowledge with us about the culture and history of the Rapa Nui people. The Moai sites themselves were really beautiful and incredible! Ahu Akivi was my favorite. My only suggestion for improvement was that this tour did not include Rano Raraku and Ahu Tongariki, which are the most famous Moai sites on Easter Island! The only reason I know this is because I researched the island ahead of time. We had to make our own arrangements to see these beautiful sights. They should be included in the tour!!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ata was superb!
Transport
Beach Day! - Spend Your Day in Anakena Beach
Beach Day! - Spend Your Day in Anakena Beach
Easter Island

Anakena Beach was wonderful. Pink sand beaches, clear blue water, Moai statues, delicious food (tuna empanadas and shrimp empanadas), and pisco sours. What more could you wish for??

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Orongo Volcano Hike & Visit the Village of the Birdman Ceremony - Private Tour
Orongo Volcano Hike & Visit the Village of the Birdman Ceremony - Private Tour
Easter Island

Ata was excellent again as our guide! We loved learning about the Birdman culture on the island and seeing the houses from the Orongo Volcano village. We also did a guided hike down from the volcano down to the town which was very nice.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Good Bye Easter Island - Transfer to the Airport for your flight to Santiago.
Good Bye Easter Island - Transfer to the Airport for your flight to Santiago.
Chile
Local specialist: Tamer B. Obeid
Tamer B.
Tamer B. Obeid
Local specialist in Quito & Santiago | Replied on Jan 17, 2025
Hi Ameet & Family!
Thanks so much for taking the time to share the highlights of your trip and for your kind words! We are glad to know that you've enjoyed your time in Chile and got back home with a heart full of lovely memories. We appreciate a lot your feedback, which will help us to keep improving our services, and we will make sure to share your comments with Jose, Pierre, and Ata. They will love to hear from you :)
Thanks again for making us part of this beautiful adventure to the...
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Hi Ameet & Family!
Thanks so much for taking the time to share the highlights of your trip and for your kind words! We are glad to know that you've enjoyed your time in Chile and got back home with a heart full of lovely memories. We appreciate a lot your feedback, which will help us to keep improving our services, and we will make sure to share your comments with Jose, Pierre, and Ata. They will love to hear from you :)
Thanks again for making us part of this beautiful adventure to the longest country in the world and we hope to see you again for a new journey in South America <3
All the best,
Camila :)

Our trip to Chile had some highlights but also notable disappointments
Chile | Dec 22 - Jan 5, 2025

Christine
Christine M.
Flagami, FL | Reviewed on Jan 13, 2025
We had excellent guides: Ángel in Santiago, Victoria in Atacama, and both Joaquín and Logan in Patagonia. Their professionalism and knowledge greatly enhanced our experience.
Unfortunately, the guides for the Salar in Atacama and Rapa Nui were very poor, which detracted from those parts of the trip.
The communication during the trip planning process was very good, and we appreciated the attention to detail at that stage. However, we were particularly dissatisfied with the constant schedule...
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We had excellent guides: Ángel in Santiago, Victoria in Atacama, and both Joaquín and Logan in Patagonia. Their professionalism and knowledge greatly enhanced our experience.
Unfortunately, the guides for the Salar in Atacama and Rapa Nui were very poor, which detracted from those parts of the trip.
The communication during the trip planning process was very good, and we appreciated the attention to detail at that stage. However, we were particularly dissatisfied with the constant schedule changes and delays during the trip, especially since we had emphasized that the trip included an elderly person, making punctuality crucial. Additionally, due to discrepancies between the final schedule and the original itinerary, some days became overly exhausting and lacked adequate rest.
Overall, given our experience, we found the trip to be expensive for what was delivered.

Activity Reviews
Santiago City Tour
Santiago City Tour
Santiago

Angel was an amazing guide

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Visit to "Valle de la Luna " - Private tour
Visit to "Valle de la Luna " - Private tour
Chile

Victoria and the driver were wonderful guides

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Astronomical Tour -  Atacama Desert
Astronomical Tour - Atacama Desert
San Pedro de Atacama

Unfortunately, this activity began with a significant delay of nearly two hours, which resulted in one member of our group being unable to attend. It was far from ideal to plan this excursion, especially knowing we had an extremely early departure for Calama the next morning

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Magdalena Island - Penguin Encounter Half Day Tour
Magdalena Island - Penguin Encounter Half Day Tour
Chile

The visit to Magdalena Island was both entertaining and fascinating. However, we unfortunately encountered coordination issues with the transportation that morning

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Exploration Day in Torres Del Paine National Park with a Private Driver
Exploration Day in Torres Del Paine National Park with a Private Driver
Chile

This day was absolutely unforgettable, made even better by the company of our fantastic guide, Joaquín

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Welcome to Easter Island! - Transfer to the hotel
Welcome to Easter Island! - Transfer to the hotel
Chile

We used the hotel shuttle, transportation by KimKim was not included

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We used the hotel shuttle, transportation by KimKim was not included
Ahu Akivi & Tahai - Visit a Ceremonial Site - Private Group
Ahu Akivi & Tahai - Visit a Ceremonial Site - Private Group
Easter Island

Overall, for some reason, we didn’t feel the sense of awe we had expected when seeing the Moais. However, the island itself is far more beautiful than we imagined, and its people are absolutely wonderful. Unfortunately, our guide, David, left us quite disappointed and with many unanswered questions

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Rano Raraku Volcano & Anakena White Sand Beach - Private Tour
Rano Raraku Volcano & Anakena White Sand Beach - Private Tour
Easter Island

Overall, for some reason, we didn’t feel the sense of awe we had expected when seeing the Moais. However, the island itself is far more beautiful than we imagined, and its people are absolutely wonderful. Unfortunately, our guide, David, left us quite disappointed and with many unanswered questions

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
We were very comfortable with the driver, but unfortunately, the experience with the guide was disappointing
Transport
Grey Glacier Round Trip Navigation
Grey Glacier Round Trip Navigation
Chile

The excursion to Grey Glacier was a beautiful experience, but the walk along the beach proved to be exhausting for my mother, an elderly woman

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Logan, our guide and driver, was fabulous
Transport
Good Bye Easter Island - Flight to Santiago
Good Bye Easter Island - Flight to Santiago
Chile

This part of our trip was not organized by KimKim.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Laguna Cejar, Ojos del Salar y Laguna Tebiquinche
Laguna Cejar, Ojos del Salar y Laguna Tebiquinche
Chile

We were disappointed with the guide

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Tamer B. Obeid
Tamer B.
Tamer B. Obeid
Local specialist in Quito & Santiago | Replied on Jan 14, 2025
Hi Christine!
It was a great pleasure to help planning your trip and to follow up with you during your time in Chile. I took note of the positive and not that positive feedback you mentioned :) and will surely work on it with my different providers. Also, regarding the changes in the schedule, I really apologize for that; there were some last-minute changes during the operation to guarantee your maximum satisfaction, and part of that was due to peak season. The organization and pricing were...
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Hi Christine!
It was a great pleasure to help planning your trip and to follow up with you during your time in Chile. I took note of the positive and not that positive feedback you mentioned :) and will surely work on it with my different providers. Also, regarding the changes in the schedule, I really apologize for that; there were some last-minute changes during the operation to guarantee your maximum satisfaction, and part of that was due to peak season. The organization and pricing were challenging due to the same reason, but I believe we did our very best to offer you and your family the best experience.
I am happy that you overall you enjoy your trip and left Chile with a fabulous memories.
Yours,
Riwal

Chile - Santiago to Patagonia
Chile | Dec 18 - Jan 3, 2025

Teri
Teri M.
Canada | Reviewed on Jan 11, 2025
Overall the planning of our Chilean trip with Kimkim was very easy. Tamar worked with us to develop an itinerary that provided seeing the highlights. He was very responsive to our questions. We also provided feedback on the accommodations and in some cases we provided the hotel that we wanted to stay at. The one disadvantage was that we were given a total price to pay and not an itemized summary. It would be helpful to understand the cost of each item as we may have reconsidered some... Read more

Overall the planning of our Chilean trip with Kimkim was very easy. Tamar worked with us to develop an itinerary that provided seeing the highlights. He was very responsive to our questions. We also provided feedback on the accommodations and in some cases we provided the hotel that we wanted to stay at. The one disadvantage was that we were given a total price to pay and not an itemized summary. It would be helpful to understand the cost of each item as we may have reconsidered some activities.

Activity Reviews
Chilean Food Tour & Picnic with a View of Santiago
Chilean Food Tour & Picnic with a View of Santiago
Santiago

Angel and Jennifer were excellent hosts on the Santiago food tour. I really enjoyed going to the local market and picking out food for a picnic. Angel is very knowledgeable about Santiago and provided us a lot of insights on daily life of locals. As a vegetarian, he made sure that all food stops had an option for me. At the end of the tour we had a picnic in the park beautifully prepared by Jennifer. Thank you for a great day!

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Wine Tasting, Valparaiso and Viña del Mar- Private Tour
Wine Tasting, Valparaiso and Viña del Mar- Private Tour
Chile

I enjoyed this small organic winery in the Casa Blanco wine region. Great wines!

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Local specialist: Tamer B. Obeid
Tamer B.
Tamer B. Obeid
Local specialist in Quito & Santiago | Replied on Jan 14, 2025

Hi Teri,
Thanks so much for your feedback and sharing your experience in Chile! We are really happy to hear that you had a great time and enjoyed the beautiful highlights of the country, and we look forward to helping you plan more memorable trips in the future!
All the best, Camila

Unforgettable trip to Chile!
Chile | Dec 29 - Jan 7, 2025

Rebecca
Rebecca E.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jan 10, 2025
We had the most amazing trip to Chile, thanks to all the planning by Riwal and Tamer on Kimkim. I told Tamer what we wanted to do, and Riwal assisted in creating the itinerary. After a few changes, we had a great 10 day trip planned. Everything was set up for us, including transportation, activities, and lodging. Riwal was in constant contact while we were there, which gave us a sense of security if something went wrong. Jose was our guide in at the beginning of our trip and he was the... Read more

We had the most amazing trip to Chile, thanks to all the planning by Riwal and Tamer on Kimkim. I told Tamer what we wanted to do, and Riwal assisted in creating the itinerary. After a few changes, we had a great 10 day trip planned. Everything was set up for us, including transportation, activities, and lodging. Riwal was in constant contact while we were there, which gave us a sense of security if something went wrong. Jose was our guide in at the beginning of our trip and he was the absolute best! We visited wineries, went on a city tour, food tour, and were treated to a very nice picnic with a beautiful view of the city and the mountains. After that we stayed at Cascada de Animas and really enjoyed the peace and quiet of the Andes. The resort is beautiful and offers so many great activities. Fanny was a great guide on the waterfall hike. Horseback riding was also an amazing experience. After that we traveled to the coast and stayed in Vina Del Mar. The ocean is beautiful and we got to experience the culture during city and food tours of both Vina Del Mar and Valparaiso. Cris and Grex guided us through the cities, and we learned so much about the history of the port cities. Overall, Chile is a warm, welcoming, beautiful country with amazing food and wine. Kimkim did a great job putting this trip together and making it so simple. I highly recommend!

Hotel Reviews
Hotel DoubleTree by Hilton Santiago Kennedy
Santiago

Great location, clean, amazing breakfast, and a beautiful roof top restaurant.

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Lots of places to walk to and very safe.
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Cascada de las Animas
San Alfonso

Such a unique, peaceful, beautiful place to stay.

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Diego de Almagro Viña del Mar
Viña del Mar
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Activity Reviews
Chilean Food Tour & Picnic with a View of Santiago
Chilean Food Tour & Picnic with a View of Santiago
Santiago

Jose was the absolute best guide! He taught us so much, made us feel safe, and went the extra mile for us the enjoy this experience.

Quality of Experience
Food
The food in Chile is so delicious and such great quality.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Having our on tour guide was so nice, he made the language barrier a non issue and we learned so much from Jose.
Transport
Full Day visit to  Colchagua Valley & MontGras Winery.
Full Day visit to Colchagua Valley & MontGras Winery.
Santiago

Montgras was one of our favorite wineries we visited. We had a one on one tasting that taught us how to properly taste wine.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very knowledgeable and passionate about their wine. Jose made reservations for us at a beautiful restaurant at Montes Winery, and it was beautiful and delicious.
Transport
Visit Undurraga Vineyard - Wine Tasting Private tour
Visit Undurraga Vineyard - Wine Tasting Private tour
Santiago

Undurraga was our favorite winery tour, there is so much history and delicious wine.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our english speaking tour guide was great, she knew so much and was very welcoming and friendly.
Transport
Jose continued to provide top notch service
Private Wine Tour - Maipo Valley - Santa Rita
Private Wine Tour - Maipo Valley - Santa Rita
Chile

Great tour, beautiful winery, and very good wine. Jose made us reservations at the restaurant for lunch and we were so glad he did.

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Adventure Day at Maipo Valley - Waterfalls, Adrenaline & More!
Adventure Day at Maipo Valley - Waterfalls, Adrenaline & More!
Chile

Beautiful place!! The scenery, the activities, the lodge, the food, and the friendly staff made this one of our favorites of the trip.

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Gastronomic Route
Gastronomic Route
Chile

We did a Gastronomic Route in Valparaiso, not Vina Del Mar. But we got to taste ceviche by the sea, check out the food markets, and try different types of empanadas.

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Valparaiso  and Viña del Mar City Tour - Wine Tasting at Casablanca Valley - Transfer to Santiago
Valparaiso and Viña del Mar City Tour - Wine Tasting at Casablanca Valley - Transfer to Santiago
Chile

The city tours were so interesting, and we learned a lot. Stopping at wineries on our way back to Santiago was wonderful. We had a delicious lunch at one of them.

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Relax in a swimming pool next to the Maipo River - Maipo Valley
Relax in a swimming pool next to the Maipo River - Maipo Valley
Chile
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Local specialist: Tamer B. Obeid
Tamer B.
Tamer B. Obeid
Local specialist in Quito & Santiago | Replied on Jan 14, 2025

Hi Rebecca,
Thanks a lot for your amazing review! I can’t be more thankful and happier knowing how you enjoyed this unique adventure and that we met your expectations!
It was really wonderful to follow up with you during your trip and being able to offer a special wedding anniversary :D
I hope you have collected spectacular memories of this charming country.

Kind regards,
Riwal :)

Jose in Satiago, Pierre in Santa Fe de Atacam...
Chile | Dec 22 - Jan 2, 2025

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Vinayak U.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Jan 09, 2025

Jose in Satiago, Pierre in Santa Fe de Atacama and ATA in Rapa Nui were very serviceful, attentive to our needs and knowledgeable guides.

Local specialist: Tamer B. Obeid
Tamer B.
Tamer B. Obeid
Local specialist in Quito & Santiago | Replied on Jan 09, 2025

Hi Vinayak,
Thanks for your feedback and kind words :)
I'm glad to hear that you had a great time in Chile, and that our team helped you to have the best experience, I'll make sure to share your comments with them.
We will be waiting with open arms in Chile for you!

All the best,
Camila :)

Exploring Chile with PreTeens and Teens
Chile | Nov 23 - Nov 30, 2024

Gandhari
Gandhari L.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Dec 16, 2024
Tamer, Riwal, Angel and the entire team were outstanding to work with from beginning to end. Our goal was to visit 2-3 regions of Chile within only 9 days. The team added and subtracted from our itinerary until the details were 100%. We were able to enjoy time in the city (Santiago), the desert (San Pedro de Atacama) and the coast (Valparaiso and Vina del Mar) which each offered their own unique aspects of this amazing country. The transportation was always reliable and comfortable for our... Read more

Tamer, Riwal, Angel and the entire team were outstanding to work with from beginning to end. Our goal was to visit 2-3 regions of Chile within only 9 days. The team added and subtracted from our itinerary until the details were 100%. We were able to enjoy time in the city (Santiago), the desert (San Pedro de Atacama) and the coast (Valparaiso and Vina del Mar) which each offered their own unique aspects of this amazing country. The transportation was always reliable and comfortable for our group of 7. Our excursions provided the right balance of adventure and culture without ever having concern for our safety. Accommodations were purposefully selected to match our desired comfort level, proximity to attractions and price point. The team made sure to add all the extra special touches we needed on this trip including Vegetarian meals and making my daughter's birthday celebration memorable. This trip was not for her birthday but rather her birthday was celebrated while we were there. The day of her birthday was planned with activities that kept her in mind and the team even gave her a sweet gift. Pro-tip: ask to visit wineries that also have animals. It's a win-win for the adults and the children. The Kimkim team members were professional, kind, sincere, accommodating and made us feel like we were part of "the family". We would love to return to Chile and if we do, we will 100% ask for this team to help us again. We're also planning to use Kimkim as we plan trips to other areas as well.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Eco Boutique Bidasoa
Santiago

Lovely accommodations in a cute neighborhood setting. Amazing breakfast!

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Hotel Diego de Almagro Valparaíso
Valparaíso

Our rooms had a great view of the water and all the action in the port.

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Cleanliness & Comfort
The hotel does not have laundry machines. This was problematic for us since we had just arrived from the desert and the majority of our clothes were dirty. They do offer a pricey laundry service but unfortunately my clothes came back in worse shape than I sent them. A black sweatshirt was returned covered in little white balls indicating that it was clearly washed with a load of white towels. :(
Hotel Domos San Pedro
San Pedro de Atacama

No frills accommodations that are unique and clean (almost like Yurt Camping). Easy walk down the dirt road to town. Grocery store close by at the corner. Expect the pool to be cold, the shower temperature to be variable and the breakfast to be good enough. You aren't in Atacama for luxury accommodations-- you're their for the excursions and unique experiences.

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Activity Reviews
Santiago City Tour
Santiago City Tour
Santiago

Angel was a great tour guide. We especially enjoyed our picnic overlooking the city. The trip to the market was also a highlight.

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 Vegetarian Chilean Food Tour & Picnic with a View of Santiago
Vegetarian Chilean Food Tour & Picnic with a View of Santiago
Santiago
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Visit the Tatio Geysers - Morning tour
Visit the Tatio Geysers - Morning tour
San Pedro de Atacama

The geyers were one of our favorite aspects of our entire visit to Chile. Breathtaking panoramic views of the Andes Mountains and volcanoes. This excursion also includes a stop at a lake that inhabits hundreds of flamingoes! It was so cool to see them in their natural habitat.

Quality of Experience
Food
We had a lovely picnic after completing the geyser tour. What a beautiful way to start our day.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Alejandro was a fantastic driver and really took care of us. He was very knowledgeable about the area and we learned a ton from him.
Transport
Afternoon Visit to "Valle de La luna "
Afternoon Visit to "Valle de La luna "
Chile

There were some in our group that did not enjoy the hiking in the heat. That said, it was definitely a unique and beautiful experience. It feels like you are visiting a planet from Star Wars!

Quality of Experience
The sunset as not as great as we anticipated. The minute the sun dropped behind the mountains, we were asked to pack up and leave. In our experience, the best part of sunsets can come several minutes after the sun drops as it lights up the sky. We didn't get to see that on this trip. If we return, we'll just plan to do the sunset on our own so we can stay and enjoy for as long as we'd like. We do understand that the tours need to promptly return to town to prepare for their Stargazing Tours which begin after sunset.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Alejandro is the best!
Transport
Sandboarding at  Dunas de Concon
Sandboarding at Dunas de Concon
Chile

Make sure you are old enough/tall enough/strong enough to carry your own board up a large sand dune before you book. The view at the top is gorgeous overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Sandboarding was fun but we would've been just as content to watch the sunset from the top of the dunes.

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Visit to Aconcagua Farms
Visit to Aconcagua Farms
Chile

What an adorable little winery and farm. This excursion was enjoyed by adults and children alike. The sheep, chickens and dogs were highly entertaining. Gorgeous scenery and super friendly staff. It was so interesting to hear from the owners about how they converted this farm from commercial/traditional production to organic. They had just opened to the public when we were there in November but I have no doubt that they are going to succeed and grow.

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Puritama Hot Springs
Puritama Hot Springs
Chile
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Valparaiso and Viña del Mar- Private Tour
Valparaiso and Viña del Mar- Private Tour
Chile

Valparaiso is a neat city with so much culture to explore!

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Local specialist: Tamer B. Obeid
Tamer B.
Tamer B. Obeid
Local specialist in Quito & Santiago | Replied on Dec 17, 2024
Dear Gandhari,
We can't thank you enough for your detailed review and positive feedback. It means the world to us to know how much you and the family have enjoyed your trip to Chile! Our goal is always to provide our precious travelers with unique experiences that allow for unforgettable memories, and I'm so glad that we accomplished :)
I will make sure to share your comments with our providers and hotels, as there is always room for improvement, and what better way to know that than a...
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Dear Gandhari,
We can't thank you enough for your detailed review and positive feedback. It means the world to us to know how much you and the family have enjoyed your trip to Chile! Our goal is always to provide our precious travelers with unique experiences that allow for unforgettable memories, and I'm so glad that we accomplished :)
I will make sure to share your comments with our providers and hotels, as there is always room for improvement, and what better way to know that than a first-hand experience by our travelers!
We'll be looking forward here at Kimkim to plan future adventures for you and your loved ones :)
Yours,
Tamer & the team