Fantastic last minute trip.
Ecuador | Jan 1 - Jan 8, 2024

Carol
Carol F.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Jan 10, 2024

I asked Tamer to put a week long trip together for my 17 year old son and me , about 8 days in advance, just before Christmas. In a few days, he put together a fantastic trip. He was in regular contact with me from the start. The first day in Quito was on our own since we arrived so late. Then Otavalo, Cotopaxi, Quilotoa Lagoon, Banos, the Amazon Basin and a stop at hot springs on the way back. Activities included hiking in the Andes. an adventure park, hiking in the Amazon Basin, lots of great sightseeing. Our driver and guide, Sebastian Carrera, spoke excellent English and was very knowledgeable about Ecuador’s geography, history, flora and fauna. He was very personable, respectful, interesting and kind. Loved it all and so did my son.

Hotel Reviews
Ikala Quito Hotel
Quito

Great location, large, clean rooms with interesting decor and comfortable beds. The breakfast and dinner were good. Helpful, friendly staff with good English.

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Hacienda El Porvenir
Machachi

I loved the incredible atmosphere at the hacienda. We had great views of Cotopaxi once the rains cleared. The room was small but nice. The living room was so comfortable, with a nice fireplace and comfy couches. I had a very relaxing massage. The food was great and the staff welcoming, providing an interesting history of the place.

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Near Cotopaxi
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Local specialist: Tamer Obeid
Tamer
Tamer Obeid
Local specialist in Quito, Ecuador | Replied on Jan 11, 2024

Dear Carol,
Thank you so much for your review and your kind words, it makes us incredibly happy here at Kimkim to know how much you enjoyed your trip to Ecuador and that everything went exactly as was swiftly planned :) Your feedback is so valuable to our future fellow travelers who might be considering taking a trip to this beautiful country. Indeed, Carol, you as well were a very flexible traveler and you deserved with Liam a unique experience, I'm glad Sebastian and I have fulfilled :)
I hope to plan more adventures for you and Liam in the region soon.
Best,
Tamer