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Chaska Tours Colombia

CHASKA TOURS is a Colombian tour operator founded in 2005 in San Agustín, Huila, one of Latin-America’s archaeological capitals. We count with operative offices also in Bogotá and Cartagena and offer excursions throughout the country, being recognized for our nature, culture and adventure-focused trip itineraries.

Chaska Tours Colombia is part of the following groups: Colombia Travel Agents

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Recent Trip Reviews for Chaska Tours Colombia

Trip to beautuful Columbia
Colombia | Jan 28 - Feb 12, 2025

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B W.
Canada | Reviewed on Feb 21, 2025
We went to Columbia in the first half of February and visited Bogota, Medellin, Tyrona National Park and Categena. The trip was organized by Michael from Kimkim. Michael did an outstanding job in planning and booking us with enjoyable and interesting tours. Michael was available and responsive via whatsapp for any questions regarding our Itinerary. Most of the tours were private, or small group where we had the same guides and drivers in each location. Columbia is a very diverse country with... Read more

We went to Columbia in the first half of February and visited Bogota, Medellin, Tyrona National Park and Categena. The trip was organized by Michael from Kimkim. Michael did an outstanding job in planning and booking us with enjoyable and interesting tours. Michael was available and responsive via whatsapp for any questions regarding our Itinerary. Most of the tours were private, or small group where we had the same guides and drivers in each location. Columbia is a very diverse country with a rich, interesting and conflicted past and breathtaking scenery. Each place was a like a new vacation. We worked with Michael to customize some aspects of the trip to suit our interests(including bucket list paragliding adventure in the mountains above Medellin) Can't say enough about the guides we had, shout out to Maria, Ciello, and Wlson and the drivers who were always there to keep us on time(kudos to Emerson who also spoke great english and was a wealth of information). Our accommodations were all in strategic locations, clean and comfortable. There is much said in North America about the safety of Columbia, As seasoned travelers, we exercise caution where ever we go. We never felt any sort of danger in the areas we travelled in Columbia and other than a flip the bill taxi scam when we were on our own(recommended to use Uber) we found the people of Columbia warm and friendly. This was a fantastic vacation, thank you Michael, and KimKim

Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Feb 21, 2025

Hi Brian,
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience! I'm thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic time in Colombia and that the trip met your expectations. It was a pleasure working with you to create a personalized adventure, and I’m so glad you enjoyed the tours, guides, and accommodations.
Wishing you many more unforgettable travels, and I hope to plan another adventure with you in the future!
Best regards,
Michael & The Chaska Tours Team

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Personalized itinerary
Colombia | Jan 20 - Feb 5, 2025

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Denise S.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Feb 11, 2025
Michael Gold with KimKim organized a very personalized itinerary for us. He was always available on Whats App when we had questions. We experienced a nice variety of experiences in Columbia and had quick and easy transfers between the activities. We felt very safe and welcome in the country. The guides all spoke English and were knowledgeable and helpful at all times. Read more

Michael Gold with KimKim organized a very personalized itinerary for us. He was always available on Whats App when we had questions. We experienced a nice variety of experiences in Columbia and had quick and easy transfers between the activities. We felt very safe and welcome in the country. The guides all spoke English and were knowledgeable and helpful at all times.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel De La Opera
Bogotá

Great location! Nice rooms in historical building. Friendly and helpful staff.

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Finca El Maco
San Agustin

We stayed in the Tiki hut which was fun. Outdoor shower with tropical flowers and bird sounds was fun. Restaurant on sight was good. Not close to town though.

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Movich Casa del Alferez
Cali

Modern hotel with nice restaurant. It was a nice retreat in the middle of our trip.

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Hotel Camino Real

The staff was helpful in moving us to an inside courtyard room which was quieter. Great old building right next to the downtown plaza.

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Homestay in Silvia

An interesting stay with a local couple in their home. Clean and comfortable room. Hostess Vivi was super kind and friendly.

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Senda Koguiwa
Santa Marta

A beautiful hotel with very nice landscaping and swim pool. Big clean room. Nice restaurant next to the pool.

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Chiniuu

When we arrived we didn't like our room and the staff upgraded us to nice room on the second story with a beautiful room with a view of the beach and two swim pools. The hotel was advertised as 4 star but we felt it was more like a 3 star. The wifi didn't work unless we walked over to the restaurant. At one point we were locked in the room for over an hour because of old locks. The staff was kind and did their best and actually changed out the lock that same day and even provided us with a free dinner which was one of the best dinners we had on the whole trip. The restaurant was slow but the food was amazing.

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GHL Hotel Armería Real
Cartagena

Nice location where we could walk through the Getsemani area and also the old historical district. The staff was very helpful. Pool on roof was refreshing and had a great view.

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Activity Reviews
Visit the Salt Cathedral at Zipaquira
Visit the Salt Cathedral at Zipaquira
Colombia

We wished we had skipped this activity because it took so much time to drive their and back.

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Social Dinner-Experience: Colombian Food
Social Dinner-Experience: Colombian Food
Bogotá

A highlight of the trip. We were a little concerned about what was going on the drive and the arrival at an apartment building. Once we got into the apartment we were treated to a very special dinner made by two cooks and a kind hostess. It was fun getting to see a modern apartment in Bogota suburbs. The hostess was very helpful and told us about the local fruit and vegetable market which we visited the next day on our own.

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Excellent!
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Bogotá Walking Tour
Bogotá Walking Tour
Bogotá

There was confusion and miscommunication several times on the tour where we didn't understand what was included and what we really wanted and expected. At the end we felt disappointed we didn't get more history of Bogota and Columbia.

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Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Feb 11, 2025

Dear Denise,
We’re so glad that you enjoyed your trip through Colombia and felt safe and welcome throughout. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the unique accommodations and that the team at Chiniuu was able to improve your stay. We also appreciate your honest feedback on the walking tour in Bogotá - this helps us refine our recommendations for future travelers. And we’re thrilled the Social Dinner was a highlight for you!
Thanks again for traveling with us, and we’d love to help plan another adventure in the future!
Best,
Michael & The Chaska Tours Team

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We had a great time in Columbia and everythin...
Colombia | Jan 2 - Jan 25, 2025

Peter Andreas
Peter Andreas G.
Switzerland | Reviewed on Jan 28, 2025
We had a great time in Columbia and everything being organized by David worked 100 procent. All the guides did a super job, the same as the drivers we had. We will of course do promotion for you in our neighborhood and will certainly come back to you for our next trip to Columbia. All our thanks go to David and his team. Read more

We had a great time in Columbia and everything being organized by David worked 100 procent. All the guides did a super job, the same as the drivers we had. We will of course do promotion for you in our neighborhood and will certainly come back to you for our next trip to Columbia. All our thanks go to David and his team.

Hotel Reviews
La Gloria
Mompox

Good hotel, nice crew, good food. Sometimes a bit loud at night from the neighborhood.

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Hotel Camino Verde
Tolú

Very good hotel, problems with the wifi, street from Tolu to the hotel deserves to be reconstructed from the beginning to the end.

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Hotel Bantu By Faranda Boutique
Cartagena

The highlight of our trip. Super crew, nice food, situation in the city absolutely super.

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Hacienda Venecia Coffee Farm
Manizales

The next highlight on our trip. What can one do better. The owner lives together with the guests in the same house. Very personal situation. Staff and family very friendly.

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Very special in the middle of a coffee farm with a lot of animals.
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Quinta Ladera
Medellin

Good little hotel, quiet although the situation in a very lively neighborhood.

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Activity Reviews
Hydrangea Tour in La Ceja and Pottery Workshop in Carmen de Viboral
Medellín
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Biking in Bogotá
Biking in Bogotá
Bogotá

Very special experience in this enormous city with two very engaged guides.

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Bogota's Essentials (City Tour & Monserrate)
Bogota's Essentials (City Tour & Monserrate)
Bogotá

José Luis is a very accurate and friendly guide who did a great job with us. His German is very good.

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Boat Ride: The Ciénaga de Pijiño
Boat Ride: The Ciénaga de Pijiño
Mompóx
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Visit to the Bogotá Botanical Garden
Visit to the Bogotá Botanical Garden
Bogotá

José Luis know such a lot about plants. It was a fantastic visit.

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Walking Tour in Mompox
Walking Tour in Mompox
Mompóx
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Rosario Islands Day Trip
Rosario Islands Day Trip
Cartagena

I would not send guests to this Island any more. Two hours of boat trip to wait three hours for the trip back on a very small beach without any possibility to walk about on the island.

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Charming Towns and Special Coffees Córdoba / Pijao / Buenavista - Sustainable Destination in the Quindío Mountain Range
Colombia

Wonderful experience on a very long tour.

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Walking tour in Cartagena's Historic Center
Walking tour in Cartagena's Historic Center
Cartagena
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City Tour Medellín
City Tour Medellín
Medellín
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Danna is a very nice person with a good knowledge of all the important points of this fantastic city.
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Coffee Tour in Venecia Coffee Farm
Coffee Tour in Venecia Coffee Farm
Manizales
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Fruits of Colombia at a Local Market
Fruits of Colombia at a Local Market
Bogotá
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Visit the Salt Cathedral at Zipaquira
Visit the Salt Cathedral at Zipaquira
Colombia

We are very glad to have seen the Salt Cathedral finally (Third visit of Bogotá!)

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Local specialist: David Roa Martín
David
David Roa Martín
Local specialist in San Agustín | Replied on Jan 29, 2025

Dear Sibylle and Peter,

Having you in Colombia and helping plan your trip was an absolute pleasure. It’s always special to welcome travelers who love our country as much as you do, and knowing that you keep coming back fills us with joy. We put a lot of care and dedication into every detail, but what truly makes our work meaningful is feeling that same warmth and excitement from your side. So, thank you—not just for trusting us, but for sharing that love for Colombia. We can’t wait to welcome you again! :)

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I'm good at writing, but am unable to string ...
Colombia | Jan 10 - Jan 19, 2025

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Margaret H.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Jan 27, 2025

I'm good at writing, but am unable to string together a list of superlatives to describe just how awesome KimKim, their Colombian representative Michael Gold, and the local guides/drivers were on our recent trip to Colombia.
Michael assembled the perfect trip to fit our priorities and time frame. He adapted to a one day weather travel delay we encountered in the United States - rebooking hotels, excursions, and flights.
The guides were friendly, accommodating, flexible, and well-informed. The "handoffs" with drivers were seamless.
I highly recommend KimKim without reservation.
Craig H.

Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Jan 27, 2025
Dear Craig and Margaret, Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review. It truly means a lot to me and the entire team to know that your family trip to Colombia was such a positive experience. I’m so glad we were able to create an itinerary that matched your priorities and that the adjustments due to the travel delay worked out smoothly. Hearing that the guides and drivers made your journey even more enjoyable really makes all the effort worthwhile. Your recommendation... Read more

Dear Craig and Margaret,

Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful review. It truly means a lot to me and the entire team to know that your family trip to Colombia was such a positive experience.

I’m so glad we were able to create an itinerary that matched your priorities and that the adjustments due to the travel delay worked out smoothly. Hearing that the guides and drivers made your journey even more enjoyable really makes all the effort worthwhile.

Your recommendation is deeply appreciated, and it was an absolute pleasure working with you. I hope we’ll have the chance to help you plan another Colombian adventure in the future!

Warm regards,
Michael & The Chaska Tours Team

Cristina was a wonderful planner!She was a ...
Colombia | Dec 26 - Jan 1, 2025

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Stephanie Y.
Houston, TX | Reviewed on Jan 19, 2025
Cristina was a wonderful planner! She was a great communicator and handled all our questions and changes beautifully. We really appreciated having the service available to us. It’s great to know you have someone you can reach out to for questions and help with planning. Makes the trips that much more relaxing. Read more

Cristina was a wonderful planner!

She was a great communicator and handled all our questions and changes beautifully.

We really appreciated having the service available to us. It’s great to know you have someone you can reach out to for questions and help with planning. Makes the trips that much more relaxing.

Hotel Reviews
Casa Mara
Cartagena

The rooms were ok. Our first room didn’t have much water pressure. There were a lot mosquitoes in the lobby. There were stains on the sheets.

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Walking distance to the main streets and attractions
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Our first room didn’t have much water pressure. There were a lot mosquitoes in the lobby. There were stains on the sheets.
Tay Beach Hotel
Santa Marta

Nice property right on the beach. Rooms were spacious and clean. Restaurant had pretty good food. Nice pool and bar areas

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No hot water and power went out twice, however, we heard that is common for the area, not just hotel.
Minca Ecohabs
Minca

Interesting experience, like sleeping outdoors.

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People were great, however, the breakfast we arranged didn’t get prepared and delivered.
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No hot water and low water pressure
Activity Reviews
Hike Tayrona National Park
Hike Tayrona National Park
Tayrona National Park
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Cartagena City Tour
Cartagena City Tour
Cartagena
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Nature, Waterfalls & Coffee Farm in Minca
Nature, Waterfalls & Coffee Farm in Minca
Colombia
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Rosario Islands Day Trip
Rosario Islands Day Trip
Cartagena

Trip to the island not as pictured. You needed to rent a private boat once you arrived on the main island to go to the beach with the turquoise waters.

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Local specialist: Cristina Burbano
Cristina
Cristina Burbano
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Jan 20, 2025

Dear Stephanie & Lan,

Thank you so much for your valuable feedback. Every point you raised helps us enhance our services and continuously strive to provide the best possible experience for our guests.

I truly appreciate your collaboration, and above all, I am grateful for the trust you placed in us for your trip.
We would love to welcome you again on your next visit, and give you the opportunity to discover even more of our beautiful country.

Warm regards from the south of Colombia,
Cristina

Adventure in Colombia
Colombia | Dec 29 - Jan 4, 2025

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Jessica H.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Jan 19, 2025
Overall, our trip to Colombia was fabulous! The experience of working through Kim Kim and our local specialist was so easy. The teams were responsive, and they put together a custom vacation that appealed to all of our preferences. We're quirky in that we like both rugged outdoorsy experiences and high-end dining and hotel stays. This trip was the perfect marriage of the two. Our guides for the city tours spoke impeccable English and were highly knowledgeable of the culture and history of the... Read more

Overall, our trip to Colombia was fabulous! The experience of working through Kim Kim and our local specialist was so easy. The teams were responsive, and they put together a custom vacation that appealed to all of our preferences. We're quirky in that we like both rugged outdoorsy experiences and high-end dining and hotel stays. This trip was the perfect marriage of the two. Our guides for the city tours spoke impeccable English and were highly knowledgeable of the culture and history of the region. The only item on the agenda that we probably would have skipped in retrospect was the Tango experience - food was lackluster and while the performance was nice, we left halfway through as it had been a long day.

Hotel Review
The Charlee Hotel
Medellin

Luxurious and fun! The ideal way to end our trip.

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Right in the heart of the Poblado.
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Activity Review
Trekking in Los Nevados National Park (2D1N)
Trekking in Los Nevados National Park (2D1N)
Colombia

What a special trip! This landscape is beautiful, and our guide Paula was outstanding.

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Our driver was excellent. The drive times were poorly predicted - both much longer than it said on our itinerary.
Local specialist: Cristina Burbano
Cristina
Cristina Burbano
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Jan 20, 2025
Dear Jessica, Thank you very much for sharing your feedback with us. We are delighted to hear that you had such a memorable experience in our country, enjoying both the rugged outdoors and the luxury experiences you were hoping for. It’s wonderful to know that our guides impressed you with their excellent command of the English language. We also appreciate your comments about the tango experience. Rest assured, we will review the coordination and timing of this activity to ensure it’s even... Read more

Dear Jessica,

Thank you very much for sharing your feedback with us. We are delighted to hear that you had such a memorable experience in our country, enjoying both the rugged outdoors and the luxury experiences you were hoping for. It’s wonderful to know that our guides impressed you with their excellent command of the English language.

We also appreciate your comments about the tango experience. Rest assured, we will review the coordination and timing of this activity to ensure it’s even better for future guests.

It was a true pleasure assisting you with your travel plans, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back for another adventure in our beautiful country.

Warm regards from the south of Colombia,
Cristina

Unbelievable experience- would highly recommend!!
Colombia | Dec 27 - Jan 4, 2025

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Anne R.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jan 11, 2025
Our trip to Colombia was amazing! I cannot say enough great stuff about our visit to Bogota with home dining with Maria Jose, fruit tour with Nicolas, Street Art tour with Deanna and playing Tejo, visit to the Salt Cathederal with Deanna as well. Our lodging at the Hyatt was also top notch. Food and hosptialy were great throughout trip. Transfers were safe, comfortable and wonderful. Visit to Cartagena with Gustavo as guide was also amazing. We loved our market and cooking experience... Read more

Our trip to Colombia was amazing! I cannot say enough great stuff about our visit to Bogota with home dining with Maria Jose, fruit tour with Nicolas, Street Art tour with Deanna and playing Tejo, visit to the Salt Cathederal with Deanna as well. Our lodging at the Hyatt was also top notch. Food and hosptialy were great throughout trip. Transfers were safe, comfortable and wonderful. Visit to Cartagena with Gustavo as guide was also amazing. We loved our market and cooking experience with Dona Gloria and touring with Gustavo trying street food and exploring old town. Evening party for NYE at Bastion was superb. Spending the first day of the New Year in the Mud Baths was great and transfer to Baru by boat to Isla Encanto was great and our stay there was relaxing and perfect way tot end the vacations. We will surely be back and recommend to all who ask!

Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Jan 13, 2025

Hi Anne,
Thank you for sharing your wonderful feedback! I’m so glad to hear that your family trip to Colombia was such a memorable experience.
It’s great to know that you enjoyed everything - from your time in Bogotá and Cartagena to the New Year’s Eve celebration and your relaxing stay at Isla Encanto. I’m also happy to hear that the guides and experiences made your trip even more special.
It was a pleasure helping you plan this journey. I’d be delighted to assist you again whenever you’re ready for your next adventure.
Thanks again for recommending us!
Warm regards,
Michael & The Chaska Team

Amazing trip to Bogota, Cartagena, and Isle de Baru!
Colombia | Dec 27 - Jan 4, 2025

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Christopher R.
Brookhaven, GA | Reviewed on Jan 10, 2025
Out trip to Colombia was fantastic thanks to Michael and his team. The trip he planned was perfect for our family of 5 (3 kids under 9). The kids were engaged with the activities. Our days were filled with activity but not too booked. Our guides were especially awesome. In Bogota, Maria Jose and Nicholas introduced us to local cuisine and fruits we had never seen before. Deanna was so gracious to meet us at the airport and show us the city and the Salt Cathedral (very cool!). In... Read more

Out trip to Colombia was fantastic thanks to Michael and his team. The trip he planned was perfect for our family of 5 (3 kids under 9). The kids were engaged with the activities. Our days were filled with activity but not too booked. Our guides were especially awesome. In Bogota, Maria Jose and Nicholas introduced us to local cuisine and fruits we had never seen before. Deanna was so gracious to meet us at the airport and show us the city and the Salt Cathedral (very cool!). In Cartagena, Gustavo was a fantastic tour guide for our three days and really showed the city and took care of us. All the guides offered their personal contact information while we were there and made sure we were taken care of. We would highly recommend Michael and his team as well as any of our tour guides!

Hotel Reviews
Grand Hyatt Bogotá
Bogotá

Beautiful hotel in a quiet part of the city. Easy to get to airport and to busier parts of downtown. Club staff and amenities were great. Pool and spa areas are amazing. Recommend without reservation.

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Quieter area of the city but we felt very safe.
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Hotel Isla del Encanto
Cartagena

Beautiful property. Staff was very friendly and welcoming. Swim up bar and large pool area for the kids. They provided ear plugs for music that played at night from neighboring village but we didn't find this to be a bother.

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Boat ride was about an hour, car ride back was a good bit longer.
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Ermita, Cartagena, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
El Cabrero, Cartagena

This hotel is outside of the walled city but still close enough to walk into the walled city without issue. Inside the hotel is beautiful and well kept up. The breakfast was delicious and an impressive spread. Staff was very friendly.

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Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Jan 11, 2025
Hi Christopher,
Thank you so much for your amazing feedback! I’m truly grateful that you took the time to share such a detailed review of your trip to Colombia.
It was a pleasure organizing this journey for you and your family. I’m thrilled to hear that the itinerary was a great fit for your family and that your kids enjoyed the activities.
We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to your guides. They’ll be delighted to hear how much you appreciated their dedication and personal touches.... Read more

Hi Christopher,
Thank you so much for your amazing feedback! I’m truly grateful that you took the time to share such a detailed review of your trip to Colombia.
It was a pleasure organizing this journey for you and your family. I’m thrilled to hear that the itinerary was a great fit for your family and that your kids enjoyed the activities.
We’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to your guides. They’ll be delighted to hear how much you appreciated their dedication and personal touches.
I'm also glad you enjoyed the hotels. Your detailed descriptions are incredibly valuable - not only for us but also for other travelers.
We look forward to welcoming you back anytime you’re ready for your next adventure in Colombia! Please don’t hesitate to reach out if I can help with anything in the future.
Warm regards,
Michael & The Chaska Tours Team

Stress Free Vacation
Colombia | Dec 24 - Jan 1, 2025

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Stefanie B.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Jan 08, 2025
Columbia is just an amazing country and we are so glad we had the help in planning.
Most of our guides were FANTASTIC- so friendly, intelligent and interesting! We had one guide that was good, I have nothing bad to say but I do not think we needed a guide for the activity and truth be told, it was too touristy. I would not have selected Guatape but went with the suggestion anyway.
I did most of the other planning and KimKim did the rest (booking guides, drivers, internal airfare) but I... Read more

Columbia is just an amazing country and we are so glad we had the help in planning.
Most of our guides were FANTASTIC- so friendly, intelligent and interesting! We had one guide that was good, I have nothing bad to say but I do not think we needed a guide for the activity and truth be told, it was too touristy. I would not have selected Guatape but went with the suggestion anyway.
I did most of the other planning and KimKim did the rest (booking guides, drivers, internal airfare) but I could have really let KIMKIM select the hotels as they know the area better than I did.
We loved the hiking and the remote villages and of course the tour of the Stilt Village was awesome.
It was truly a carefree trip and while using KIMKIM is certainly more expensive than doing it on your own, it takes all of the stress and organization off your hands and to me, that is worth it to me!

Hotel Reviews
Landmark Hotel Medellín
Medellín

Perfect room, location with a lovely gym and healthy food! Decor was amazing and it was very clean. We appreciated having free laundry!

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Hotel Boutique Casa Carolina
Santa Marta

The hotel is beautiful and the staff were amazing but the location did not feel safe. We stayed in the hotel and did not venture out once we were in for the day. It is also very noisy from the streets around.

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OZ Hotel
Cartagena

We checked out, it was dirty and the staff were not very nice.

Location
Staff
It could be the language barrier and that is my fault for not speaking Spanish but it seemed they were annoyed with me even in terms of showing me my room.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Had bugs, cracks in the walls and the hallways smelled.
Activity Reviews
Peñol Boulder & Guatapé Boat Trip
Peñol Boulder & Guatapé Boat Trip
Medellín

We did not like this part of the trip as it was too touristy and there was not much to do. We would have preferred to do some activity there other than sit and climb the rock

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Natural Reserve: "Cerro Bravo"
Natural Reserve: "Cerro Bravo"
Medellín

We love hiking and while this was the scariest hike I ever did, we loved it. What made it challenging was there is no real trail and what is there is very slippery. Going up was fine, hard but good but I was really worried about going down.

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Food
Wherever you picked the food up from it was amazing!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
I forget our guides name Froi, I think and he is AWESOME
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Medellín Transformation Tour
Medellín Transformation Tour
Medellín
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Hike Tayrona National Park
Hike Tayrona National Park
Tayrona National Park

You do not need a guide for the first part of the hike and I think that was all that was scheduled for us but we decided we wanted to do more bc we actually like to hike and be in remote areas. Once we got past the crowd it was awesome. You do not really need a guide for this trip but it is nice to have and he was lovely.

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Hiking in Cerro Kennedy
Hiking in Cerro Kennedy
El Dorado Nature Reserve

Loved it!

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Nueva Venecia and the stilt villages of the Ciénaga Grande (On the Way to Cartagena)
Nueva Venecia and the stilt villages of the Ciénaga Grande (On the Way to Cartagena)
Colombia

Our guide was awesome and this was one of the highlights of our trip- definetly worth stopping!!

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Market Visit & Cooking Class
Market Visit & Cooking Class
Cartagena

While the market is quite the adventure, is is not for the faint of heart- it is truly dirty but very cool place to be! I would not have felt safe being there without all of the support staff we had.

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We could have done more cooking- we have done cooking classes in other countries and did a lot more.
Food
I think for foreigners you must cook the food and not serve raw.
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They were fine but we did not interact much
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Walking tour in Cartagena's Historic Center
Walking tour in Cartagena's Historic Center
Cartagena

The guide did not provide much to the trip, we learned very little. We could have just walked around the city ourselves. She was nice and tried to help get us a dinner reservation but we did not do anything that required a guide and she just did not teach us much. The other guides were full of knowledge and stories.

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We had clean cars and transport the entire time never a problem with drivers!
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Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Jan 08, 2025
Dear Stefanie,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback! We’re so glad you had a stress-free and memorable trip to Colombia and that you enjoyed the stunning hikes, the visit to Nueva Venecia, and the remote areas you explored.
Your kind words about the guides and logistics mean a lot to us, and we’re happy that the coordination made your trip easier. We also really appreciate your constructive feedback - especially regarding Guatapé, the walking tour in Cartagena, and the... Read more

Dear Stefanie,
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback! We’re so glad you had a stress-free and memorable trip to Colombia and that you enjoyed the stunning hikes, the visit to Nueva Venecia, and the remote areas you explored.
Your kind words about the guides and logistics mean a lot to us, and we’re happy that the coordination made your trip easier. We also really appreciate your constructive feedback - especially regarding Guatapé, the walking tour in Cartagena, and the cooking class. We’ll be sure to use this to refine future experiences and make them even more aligned with traveler preferences.

Thank you again for traveling with us and sharing your thoughts. It was a pleasure to help you plan your trip, and we’d love to welcome you back in Colombia for another adventure in the future!

Warm regards,
Michael

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Colombia | Dec 27 - Jan 4, 2025

Tara
Tara V.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2025
We had a wonderful 8-day family trip to Colombia in December 2024- Jan 2025. Highlights for us and the kids (aged 6 and 10) were hiking and wildlife sighting in Tayrona National Park with Joi, submersion in Totumo Mud Volcano, and enjoying the beach at Islabela, one of the Islas del Rosario. We also enjoyed visiting the coffee reserve, Comuna 13 in Medellin with Andres and La Boquilla Mangrove tour outside Cartagena with Gabo. Our transfers were punctual, our guides informative and... Read more

We had a wonderful 8-day family trip to Colombia in December 2024- Jan 2025. Highlights for us and the kids (aged 6 and 10) were hiking and wildlife sighting in Tayrona National Park with Joi, submersion in Totumo Mud Volcano, and enjoying the beach at Islabela, one of the Islas del Rosario. We also enjoyed visiting the coffee reserve, Comuna 13 in Medellin with Andres and La Boquilla Mangrove tour outside Cartagena with Gabo. Our transfers were punctual, our guides informative and professional, and the kids never wanted to return home!

Hotel Review
Villa Maria Tayrona, a Kali Hotels
Los Naranjos

Kids enjoyed all the wildlife and hotel pool. Outstanding service and food!

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Location
Close access to Tayrona NP.
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Cleanliness & Comfort
We had a small issues with water going out but it was fixed promptly.
Activity Reviews
Peñol Boulder & Guatapé Boat Trip
Peñol Boulder & Guatapé Boat Trip
Medellín

The kids really enjoyed the Piedra hike and scenic tour of El Peñol.

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Day Trip: Comuna 13, Botanical Garden & Coffee Tour
Day Trip: Comuna 13, Botanical Garden & Coffee Tour
Medellín

We enjoyed the Coffee Tour and Comuna 13 with escalator ride.

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The fishing village of Taganga
The fishing village of Taganga
Colombia

We didn't have a much of a "tour"-- we were picked up from the airport by a driver and guide (Eduardo), were taken to a lunch spot (to pay on our own), and then taken to Tayrona NP hotel. This day was mostly a travel day but seemed advertised as a bit more interesting with some sightseeting.

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Hike Tayrona National Park
Hike Tayrona National Park
Tayrona National Park

This park was a highlight of our trip to Colombia! We loved hiking through the forest with Joi, spotting wildlife, enjoying the beach and views.

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Tour to Totumo Volcano
Tour to Totumo Volcano
Cartagena

Our son (10) really enjoyed it! It was a bit confusing and we felt a bit pressured by the locals for paying extra for services, but our guide (Gabo) handled it for us.

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Salt Pans of Galerazamba
Salt Pans of Galerazamba
Cartagena

We didn't know that tourism to the salinas was restricted. We enjoyed Cristina's hospitality and tour, even a visit to her backyard, in this experience.

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Boquilla Mangrove Tour
Boquilla Mangrove Tour
Cartagena

A unique way to view birds and fish via canoe.

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Walking tour in Cartagena's Historic Center
Walking tour in Cartagena's Historic Center
Cartagena

We enjoyed the walking tour of the city center. It was a bit shorter (2h) than advertised, but hit the high points. There was a 4-hour break in the middle of this day which we were a bit surprised about-- in hindsight, we may have wanted to include another activity in our last full day in the city. We loved seeing the sloths in Parque del Centenario.

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Rosario Islands Day Trip
Rosario Islands Day Trip
Cartagena

A beautiful way to spend our last day in Colombia. We were taken care of by our Guide, Gabo, until we got on the boat, and had a lovely day in the sand and sun.

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Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Jan 07, 2025
Hi Tara,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your detailed review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a magical experience in Colombia. It’s wonderful to know that highlights like Guatapé, Tayrona, Rosario Islands, and the Totumo Mud Volcano were memorable for both you and the kids. We appreciate your honest feedback regarding Taganga and the Cartagena walking tour. Your insights help us refine the itineraries to ensure expectations match the experience. ... Read more

Hi Tara,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your detailed review! We're thrilled to hear that you and your family had such a magical experience in Colombia. It’s wonderful to know that highlights like Guatapé, Tayrona, Rosario Islands, and the Totumo Mud Volcano were memorable for both you and the kids.

We appreciate your honest feedback regarding Taganga and the Cartagena walking tour. Your insights help us refine the itineraries to ensure expectations match the experience.

We're so glad that the overall trip was a success and that your family didn’t want to leave! If you ever plan another adventure in Colombia, we’d be delighted to assist you again.

Warm regards,
Michael & The Chaska Tours Team