Having a personal representative is like having a guardian angel
Chile | May 2 - May 21, 2023

Mark
Mark S.
Dowling, MI | Reviewed on May 22, 2023

We spent three weeks exploring Chile (north, south, center and Easter Island). All of this was booked through kimkim. As kimkim relies on third party tour operators, you can imagine that there can be a few hiccups here and there, but it's how our personal representative (Jesse) handled those hiccups that was most impressive. Any time we had a question, request or concern, she was there to help. Having Jesse every step of the way was like having a guardian angel watching over us. We would definitely recommend kimkim for planning and booking a Chile vacation.

Hotel Reviews
Apart Hotel Valle Exploradores
Puerto Río Tranquilo, Aysen

Small hotel, with a slight language barrier with the staff, however, very friendly and brings breakfast to your room.

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Hotel Taha Tai
Easter Island

Nice hotel, close to all of the restaurants and our activities!

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Hotel Cabo De Hornos
Punta Arenas

Upscale Boutique Hotel with a very nice restaurant in the heart of the financial district of Punta Arenas.

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Holiday Inn Santiago - Airport Terminal
Santiago

It's literally AT the airport, but no airplane noise!

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Renaissance Santiago Hotel
Santiago
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Hotel Cumbres San Pedro
San Pedro de Atacama

Lovely resort hotel, not exactly downtown. The hotel has a shuttle that stops at 9 PM. Overall good experience.

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Hotel Costaustralis
Puerto Natales

We were there for four nights. The breakfast is a very nice breakfast. I would make sure you have breakfast and bring snacks and lunch if you're doing the Torres del Paine hike.

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Activity Reviews
Stargazing Tour
Stargazing Tour
San Pedro de Atacama

The stargazing tour was changed to moon gazing due to the weather and lack of stars. The tour was eventually canceled, but a refund was received.

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Marble Caves Boat Tour
Marble Caves Boat Tour
Chile

The original tour operator closed for winter, but an alternative tour was found. Nice private experience on the boat tour, exploring the unique marble caves.

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Kayaking in the Magellan Strait
Kayaking in the Magellan Strait
Chile

The tour was canceled due to weather conditions and replaced with Punta Arenas City Tour. The city tour was basic and overpriced compared to the original kayaking tour. The city tour included visiting a hill for a panoramic view and a short tour of a cemetery.

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Full-Day Tour of Torres del Paine National Park & Surroundings
Full-Day Tour of Torres del Paine National Park & Surroundings
Chile

Extremely challenging hike and the guide's pace was very fast. Some participants struggled with the pace and intensity of the hike. We suggest bringing breakfast/snacks for the hike due to its demanding nature.

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Orongo Morning Tour and Ahu Akivi Afternoon Tour
Orongo Morning Tour and Ahu Akivi Afternoon Tour
Easter Island

Great experiences exploring the history and culture of Easter Island. We enjoyed the excursions and the opportunity to see the unique moai statues up close.

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Day Trip to Viña del Mar & Valparaíso
Day Trip to Viña del Mar & Valparaíso
Chile

We enjoyed the tour, exploring the vibrant coastal cities of Viña del Mar & Valparaíso!

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Base Torres Hike
Base Torres Hike
Chile
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Boat Trip to Glacier Grey
Boat Trip to Glacier Grey
Chile
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Rano Raraku and Anakena Tour
Rano Raraku and Anakena Tour
Easter Island
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Local specialist: Jesse Barrera
Jesse
Jesse Barrera
Local specialist in Santiago | Replied on May 22, 2023

Thank you so much for the kind review! I'm very happy you enjoyed and that I was able to contribute to better your experience :)

All the best in your future travels,
Jesse