Personalized itinerary
Colombia | Jan 20 - Feb 5, 2025

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Denise S.
Denver, CO | Reviewed on Feb 11, 2025

Michael Gold with KimKim organized a very personalized itinerary for us. He was always available on Whats App when we had questions. We experienced a nice variety of experiences in Columbia and had quick and easy transfers between the activities. We felt very safe and welcome in the country. The guides all spoke English and were knowledgeable and helpful at all times.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel De La Opera
Bogotá

Great location! Nice rooms in historical building. Friendly and helpful staff.

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Finca El Maco
San Agustin

We stayed in the Tiki hut which was fun. Outdoor shower with tropical flowers and bird sounds was fun. Restaurant on sight was good. Not close to town though.

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Movich Casa del Alferez
Cali

Modern hotel with nice restaurant. It was a nice retreat in the middle of our trip.

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Hotel Camino Real

The staff was helpful in moving us to an inside courtyard room which was quieter. Great old building right next to the downtown plaza.

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Homestay in Silvia

An interesting stay with a local couple in their home. Clean and comfortable room. Hostess Vivi was super kind and friendly.

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Senda Koguiwa
Santa Marta

A beautiful hotel with very nice landscaping and swim pool. Big clean room. Nice restaurant next to the pool.

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Chiniuu

When we arrived we didn't like our room and the staff upgraded us to nice room on the second story with a beautiful room with a view of the beach and two swim pools. The hotel was advertised as 4 star but we felt it was more like a 3 star. The wifi didn't work unless we walked over to the restaurant. At one point we were locked in the room for over an hour because of old locks. The staff was kind and did their best and actually changed out the lock that same day and even provided us with a free dinner which was one of the best dinners we had on the whole trip. The restaurant was slow but the food was amazing.

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GHL Hotel Armería Real
Cartagena

Nice location where we could walk through the Getsemani area and also the old historical district. The staff was very helpful. Pool on roof was refreshing and had a great view.

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Activity Reviews
Visit the Salt Cathedral at Zipaquira
Visit the Salt Cathedral at Zipaquira
Colombia

We wished we had skipped this activity because it took so much time to drive their and back.

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Social Dinner-Experience: Colombian Food
Social Dinner-Experience: Colombian Food
Bogotá

A highlight of the trip. We were a little concerned about what was going on the drive and the arrival at an apartment building. Once we got into the apartment we were treated to a very special dinner made by two cooks and a kind hostess. It was fun getting to see a modern apartment in Bogota suburbs. The hostess was very helpful and told us about the local fruit and vegetable market which we visited the next day on our own.

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Bogotá Walking Tour
Bogotá Walking Tour
Bogotá

There was confusion and miscommunication several times on the tour where we didn't understand what was included and what we really wanted and expected. At the end we felt disappointed we didn't get more history of Bogota and Columbia.

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Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Feb 11, 2025

Dear Denise,
We’re so glad that you enjoyed your trip through Colombia and felt safe and welcome throughout. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the unique accommodations and that the team at Chiniuu was able to improve your stay. We also appreciate your honest feedback on the walking tour in Bogotá - this helps us refine our recommendations for future travelers. And we’re thrilled the Social Dinner was a highlight for you!
Thanks again for traveling with us, and we’d love to help plan another adventure in the future!
Best,
Michael & The Chaska Tours Team