Last minute Amazing journey
Ecuador | Jan 7 - Jan 17, 2022

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Kelly F.
San Diego, CA | Reviewed on Jan 29, 2022

Wow!! What an amazing journey! Mathias and the entire Authentic Ecuador team were just amazing. We already had a trip planned to Southeast Asia that got derailed because of the Omicron variant of Covid. We were able to book an amazing trip through Kim Kim and with Mathias To South and Central America. We began in Peru and then arrived in Ecuador. Ecuador was absolutely magical! We explored Quito, Banos, Archidona and The rainforest at Yasuni National Park. Our guide and driver, Cristian, was an amazing guy. He was kind, warm, laid back and very knowledgeable. From the city bike tour and cooking class, to the gorgeous villa in Archidona, we grew to love the people, culture, history and nature of Ecuador during our stay there. We will be back one day for sure! We would love to bring our children next time! Thank you to the entire team!

Hotel Review
Kuyana Amazon Lodge
Archidona

What an absolutely stunning and peaceful place. Wish we could have stayed longer. The owner and the staff are so kind and the property is immaculate. With the backdrop being the Amazon and in the amazing country of Ecuador, what could be better. We had a super fun cooking class and a really great night walk through the rainforest. What an amazing experience. Thanks guys!

Tips for future travelers

Don't bring too much luggage. Easier for you and the staff.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Community projects - Paddling excursion - Traditional dinner - Night walk (NCC)
Community projects - Paddling excursion - Traditional dinner - Night walk (NCC)
Yasuni National Park

We loved the Napo Cultural Center and our guide Vince is the absolute best!

Quality of Experience
Food
Amazing food! Thanks Chef!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Mathias Onisseit
Mathias
Mathias Onisseit
Local specialist in Quito, Ecuador | Replied on Mar 11, 2022

Dear Kelly,

thanks again for planning this last minute trip with Kimkim and Authentic Ecuador, I‘m glad that we were able to provide a wonderful experience despite the fact that you „had“ to switch to Ecuador on such a short notice when your original destination closed borders. And of the dozens of countries you have already visited, maybe Ecuador even makes it into your favorites.

See you again soon in Ecuador, maybe next time with your children!

Greetings from Quito and always happy and safe travels!

Best regards,
Mathias