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 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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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.

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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