We had a fantastic trip to Ecuador - Quito and the Galapagos- and will treasure the memories forever.
Angie at KimKim worked closely with my husband and myself both in terms of organising our trip but also keeping in touch during our trip to make sure everything was perfect.
Our hotels were perfect for our family and the trips - boat trips and land based adventures - were fabulous. We were looked after and provided with lots of information which really added to our wonderful trip.
Hotel Reviews
La Casona de La Ronda
Quito
This was a lovely hotel. Great location, wonderful building and fab staff.
Authenticity & Character
Had a wonderful feel to the hotel and we loved it
Location
Very central to old town and a cheap taxi/Uber to other locations. Very easy to walk to keep sires
Staff
Always helpful - nothing was a problem
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean and comfortable beds, clean shower and towels- all lovely!
Galapagos Sunset Hotel
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno
Great location and facilities were all perfect for our family. Front desk staff were very helpful too - restaurant recommendations and activity suggestions 😊
Authenticity & Character
Modern and not much character - but clean, perfect location, comfortable and safe
Location
Perfect - close to pier and all restaurants
Acacia Galápagos Boutique Hotel
Puerto Ayora
We loved everything about the hotel - it was fab!
Authenticity & Character
Modern but had character and was very tasteful. Definitely 5 star!
Location
Perfect as not on sea front but not too far away from anything - we loved it!
Staff
All amazing - helpful on every level!
Cleanliness & Comfort
We all loved it - comfy beds, lovely sheets, clean and lovely
Activity Reviews
Interpretation Center & Tijeretas Hill
Galapagos Islands
We did this trip on our own as the guide instead took us to the beach to see the Sea Lions and to the only lake in San Cristobal- El Junco
Quality of Experience
Lots of information and detail provided by the guide
Food
We had lunch at a local restaurant before setting off on the trip - hard to avoid meat but not bad!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guide was very helpful, chatty and good company
Transport
It was on time, fit us all in and waited at each location
360° Tour
Isla San Cristóbal
The snorkeling was great at all locations and our guide was brilliant- taking photos and videos of everything which he shred.
Boat crew were great too despite the return journey being very bumpy! Wet suit definitively needed, which we had been advised about.
Food
Food on board was very good and snacks were also provided
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guide and boat staff were fab - very helpful throughout our trip.
Highlands of Santa Cruz Island
Galapagos Islands
We loved it all - a great start to our Santa Cruz expedition. Giant turtles were amazing
Food
Lunch at the venue was great
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Visit to the Charles Darwin Research Station
Puerto Ayora
This didn’t take too long but was an interesting and informative visit
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
We walked with our guide from the hotel - nice to stretch our legs.
Excursion to an uninhabited island
Galapagos Islands
We loved it all - whilst we didn’t see too much when snorkeling the walk around the island looking at the nesting birds - blue footed Boobies and Frigate birds were amazing. Also the marine iguana 😊
Quality of Experience
Journey, boat, crew, guide and wildlife all amazing. As was the company of other guests.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Visit to another uninhabited island
Galapagos Islands
A long trip but the same boat and crew as our previous day trip to North Seymour. The snorkeling whilst colder was amazing. We saw penguin’s, black tipped reef shark, anchovies, rays and loads of colorful fish. 🐠
Quality of Experience
Crew, guide and boat all fantastic
Food
Great food again - snacks, cakes and champagne
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Angie Maldonado
