Fantastic
Galapagos Islands
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Jan 23 - Feb 2, 2025
![Jarka](https://cdn.kimkim.com/files/a/users/profile_photos/b64640a1d804d10aa49818e31c386137f463493f/original-7288f41c38d5c059379f8fd9ce3da6d7.jpg)
Our Galapagos Islands trip was an absolute dream come true! From the moment we first talked with Alvaro and later Jacquie from Kimkim Travel/Responsible Travel, we knew this was going to be a truly special experience. They handled everything with utmost professionalism, even when we had delay upon our arrival in Quito.
Our guides were nothing short of fantastic—friendly, knowledgeable, and incredibly passionate about the islands. It was challenging to single them out, as each one was exceptional in their own way. They took us to breathtaking locations on land, in the water, and introduced us to a diverse array of wildlife and marine life ecosystems. Their stories were simply incredible and left us in awe.
The accommodations were cozy, clean, and the staff was incredibly welcoming, especially at Ilatoa Lodge, Ninfa Lodge, and Loja Hostel.
I am so grateful for this unforgettable experience. If you’re planning a visit to the Galapagos Islands, I highly recommend Kimkim and their incredible team.
Thank you so much, Jacquie and Alvaro!
Hotel Reviews
Absolutely gorgeous! Staff extremely helpful!
Exceptional staff. Accommodations perfect. Close to everything!
Activity Reviews
![Kicker Rock: A Snorkeling Adventure](https://cdn.kimkim.com/files/a/images/368c4b4d871ad8974d5d942bee0ce12cce9767fa/medium-55d8d07319ecc716473abcacf1502a86.jpg)
I was unable to go on this trip.
![Experience the Pristine Beauty of Galápagos Islands: Discovering an Uninhabited Island](https://cdn.kimkim.com/files/a/images/d248b2f9448083fb6a6b2651dcb8fbb5ce228141/original-cab948cf30ca2bbc47a6a0ad5478f200.jpg)
Loved this trip. Saw iguanas and red bellied frigates.
![Welcome to Ecuador: Let Your Adventure Begin!](https://cdn.kimkim.com/files/a/images/32941ed0568dc39abc3dc34a29a63ed8c2afc597/medium-65be899e99ccb535885150792a15695e.jpg)
![Wildlife Encounter at Los Tuneles (Cabo Rosa)](https://cdn.kimkim.com/files/a/images/087ab024768f56c75a1373b89cafd7647898f429/medium-6d10d75540f5b16d678740eb7ac82c9a.jpg)
First time I snorkeled. Incredibly supportive staff. I saw sharks, sea turtles, and a sea horse!
![Welcome to Santa Cruz Island: Highlands (Plant a Tree) & Charles Darwin Research Station](https://cdn.kimkim.com/files/a/images/d9c15739f4c747283fb460536fc439f0d7bd893a/medium-8763ca3191a5772b89495062ebde0b75.jpg)
We got to the highlands and spent the afternoon with the tortoises. Never got to the Charles Darwin Center.
![Hiking the Sierra Negra Volcano](https://cdn.kimkim.com/files/a/images/0fd5f7373a04ba2a9040782c06d71435f020bb51/original-e3b9d12275a7f511f72bd2abe649ecf9.jpg)
Very rigorous hike. I’m 75 and opted to do the last 3 miles. I finished it but not in time for the rest of the group. They had to catch another tour, so they sent a private escort for me and my friend.
![Afternoon Bay Tour in Santa Cruz](https://cdn.kimkim.com/files/a/images/422ccdb60099100f6451638db4fe5a3647093bb8/original-b16deb5b3017bdf5aef1cd81e7a36ebe.jpg)
![Welcome Back to Quito](https://cdn.kimkim.com/files/a/images/32941ed0568dc39abc3dc34a29a63ed8c2afc597/medium-65be899e99ccb535885150792a15695e.jpg)
Great evening in downtown Quito with Jacqui, our tour administrator. Yummy food and great company. Celebrated Jarkas birthday!
![Alvaro](https://cdn.kimkim.com/files/a/users/profile_photos/09efd9cf9302c17a8366b15c0d2b9d3c343df69b/original-a09cfc88c8879dceac67f919ab17e1c9.jpg)
Thank you so much for your kind words! We are so happy to hear that your Galapagos trip was such a dream come true 😊 It was a pleasure to be part of your journey and to ensure everything went smoothly despite the initial delay. We appreciate your feedback, and, all the staff involved in this journey will be more than happy to read your review, as a result of teamwork, so thank you for everything you can let us know about this adventure. Mary Margaret, Donna, and... Read more