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Eduardo Celada

My passion for showing the beauty of Guatemala began when I was traveling in Guatemala as a tourist in my own country. After working in several hotels and other tourism related businesses, I decided that there was nothing better than showing the rest of the world the beauties and destinations of my own country.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"Guatemala
Honduras
El Salvador
Nicargua
Belize
Activities:
Adventure, Culture, Archaeological, Volunteeer, Language students"

How did you get involved in travel?

"I have always been interested in culture and relating to the communities surrounding our tourist areas. Along the way, my knowledge has expanded not only within Guatemala, but to other bordering countries as well.
I have had the opportunity to know Honduras, El Salvador, Nicaragua and Belize and strengthen my knowledge with regional tourism partners of Central America.
All this helps me to recommend the best experiences, hotels and destinations tailored to the needs of each client looking for incredible memories.
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Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"No doubt, that traveling is one of the most unforgettable things you can do in your life, always finding interesting people in each place.
The first long trip of my life was a trip to Belgium in 2002 where I looked for a new adventure every day. One day I bought my train ticket to visit a friend of mine who was living in Amsterdam and this was my first time on a train, a very different form of transportation from what I’m used to in Guatemala. I did not know how to make the train stop at my station, so I assumed someone else would be going to my same destination. Unfortunately nobody made the train stop and I started to worry because I could not speak Dutch and did not know if my broken English would work.
I started to speak English to everyone around me and fortunately someone helped me stop the train, although I was already far past my destination. I left the train into a village and tried my broken English again. It was a little town and not many people understood my English when I spoke, finally I found an old man who took me into a store where I bought a phone card and could call my friend. It took 2 hours more to finally meet my friend, it wasn´t a big deal but when you are traveling alone and are really away from your home these little things make you feel really nervous. Now I can see it as one of the maybe "simple things" that happened in my trip but certainly I will remember it forever because it was one of my first experiences traveling alone.
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Eduardo is part of the following groups: Honduras Travel Agents, Belize Travel Agents, Guatemala Travel Agents
Maya ruins of Xunantunich in Belize are home to incredibly detailed stonework
Belize & Guatemala Cultural Highlights: Ancient Maya Ruins & Bustling Village Markets – 7 Days

Discover the highlights of Belize and Guatemala on this weeklong cultural tour. Start with a beach escape to Caye Caulker for white sands and snorkeling trips of the Belize Barrier Reef. You'll explore Maya palaces and pyramids at Tikal National Park and tour the ancient ruins of Xunantunich on horseback. The adventure ends in Chichicastenango near the shores of Lake Atitlán, where you'll visit one of Central America's most famous markets.

Cahal Pech
Highlights of Belize: Maya Ruins, Glover's Reef & More - 5 Days

Discover some of Belize's best cultural and natural sites, and take part in active jungle adventures on this five-day tour. See Maya ruins at Cahal Pech and Xunantunich, soar over the jungle canopy near San Ignacio, and snorkel through the pristine reefs of Glover's Reef Marine Reserve. End your trip by learning about the lifecycle of dazzling blue morpho butterflies.

Lake Atitlán
Guatemala & Belize Adventure: Antigua, Lake Atitlan & Caye Caulker - 14 Days

See the best that Guatemala and Belize have to offer on this immersive two-week tour. Discover the living history of colorful, colonial Antigua, then hike, kayak, and paraglide around Lake Atitlán. Learn about Maya civilization in Guatemala City before visiting the pyramids and ruins of Tikal National Park. Cross the border into Belize for more Maya exploration at Cahal Pech, and wind down with a few days of island life on Caye Caulker, where you'll snorkel along its barrier reef and laze on the beach.

Lamanai Ruins Belize
Adventure, Nature & Culture in Belize - 5 Days

Discover some of Belize's highlights on this whirlwind five-day adventure. Spot wildlife, including crocodiles and toucans, explore the large Maya site of Lamanai Ruins, and whizz through the jungle on a zip line at Calico Jack's Village. There will be time for relaxation, too, along with snorkeling, kayaking, and beachside yoga at Southwest Caye within Glover's Reef Marine Reserve.

Streets of Caye Caulker Village, Belize
Cultural Highlights of Belize & Guatemala - 7 Days

Discover the culture and ancient Maya history of Belize and Guatemala while also packing in the fun. It kicks off on Belize's stunning coral island Caye Caulker, where you'll go snorkeling in crystalline waters and swim with sharks. Head inland to explore the ancient Maya ruins of Xunantunich on horseback, then cross into Guatemala to visit the pyramid temples at Tikal National Park. End with a tour of the historic colonial city of Antigua and visits to indigenous villages on the shores of Lake Atitlán.

Sunset at Monterrico
Winter in Guatemala: Maya Ruins, Volcanoes & Beaches - 6 Days

This whirlwind itinerary introduces you to the highlights of Guatemala's dry season—from archaeological sites to iconic volcanoes and black-sand beaches in just under a week. First, head to Tikal National Park and walk amid ancient Maya pyramids dating to the eighth century. Then, head to the well-preserved colonial city of Antigua for a tour and scenic hike up nearby Pacaya Volcano before finishing the trip on the stunning Pacific Coast just in time for sea turtle hatching season.

Recent trip reviews for Eduardo

Maya at its best. A Must for everyone.
Guatemala | Nov 16 - Nov 27, 2022

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Alexander p.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Dec 27, 2022

the trip was very easy to book and very flexible to custom requests. Driving distances were tough especially going to Honduras and back.
the guides provided in every location, but especially Honduras, Tikal and Alex in Antigua were exceptional.
Mayan civilization, which my trip was designed to highlight was a revelation and deeply moving.
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the trip was very easy to book and very flexible to custom requests. Driving distances were tough especially going to Honduras and back.
the guides provided in every location, but especially Honduras, Tikal and Alex in Antigua were exceptional.
Mayan civilization, which my trip was designed to highlight was a revelation and deeply moving.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Las Americas
Guatemala City

Very basic hotel, a 3 star at best by western standards. Good bar and food.

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Hotel Yat B'alam
Copan Ruinas

Superb small hotel, very authentic. The staff were very good . Don't expect Hilton., expect boutique small hotel perfectly located around town.

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Jungle Lodge Tikal
Peten

An interesting hotel, with pretensions of being 5 star. It's not. Things to keep in mind: Food was good but way overpriced. Strong recommendation, is to eat outside of the resort at local places for half the price if not cheaper. Electricity is only available around breakfast/lunch/dinner time. Wifi was only available at the lobby, zero internet in the rooms. staff at the restaurant were exceptional, staff as reception could have been better. Location inside the archeological site is the only reason to stay there. Keep in mind, that entrance to the site at all times requires different tickets, early morning(great to see the sunrise and starting at 10.

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Activity Reviews
Explore the Copan Ruins
Copan Ruinas

Copan a must for all travelers interested in Mayan culture. Better than Mexico and guatemala.

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Quiriguá Mayan Ruins guided
Guatemala

The biggest Stellas in the Mayan world. An absolute must for any lover of Mayan culture. Mexican or Guatemalan sites are not even comparable.

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Village tour for Iximche Mayan Ruins
Antigua

Absolutely superb. One of the best Mayan sites around and not crowded at all.

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Lake Atitlán Village Tour
Guatemala

Great place to visit. Amazing views. the tour should have avoided the largest town on the lake, a complete tourist trap. All stops were designed to bring you to various local shops. largest city, 3rd stop on the tour is to be avoided. I wish more time was spent at the first 2 stops.

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Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Dec 30, 2022

Hola Alex, very helpfull comment.
We hope you had a great time while you were here in Guatemala. We strive to provide fun, unique, meaningful and quality trips at Old Town. Please help us to spread the good word about your experience to future travelers

WOW is all I can say about this trip. I went ...
Guatemala | Nov 2 - Nov 12, 2022

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Deanna F.
American Canyon, CA | Reviewed on Dec 13, 2022

WOW is all I can say about this trip. I went to Guatemala for 12 days and booked my trip with Eduardo. We wanted a combination of thrill and sight seeing, and they did not disappoint. We rode mountain bikes, saw the volcano on horse back, and did a 30 foot jump into Lake Attilan. The ATV ride and ziplining we also great. Staying in Tikal jungle and after a day of looking at the rings, we went night hiking looking for jaguars. Our Guide Willy was fantastic. Everyone was so kind and helpful.... read more

WOW is all I can say about this trip. I went to Guatemala for 12 days and booked my trip with Eduardo. We wanted a combination of thrill and sight seeing, and they did not disappoint. We rode mountain bikes, saw the volcano on horse back, and did a 30 foot jump into Lake Attilan. The ATV ride and ziplining we also great. Staying in Tikal jungle and after a day of looking at the rings, we went night hiking looking for jaguars. Our Guide Willy was fantastic. Everyone was so kind and helpful. The accommodations were beyond my expectations with gorgeous boutique type hotels. We worked closely with Eduardo to plan the perfect holiday. Thank you Kim Kim for the best trip ever.

Hotel Reviews
Casa Encantada
ANTIGUA
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Hotel Atitlán
Panajachel

O.m.g. the views

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El Convento Boutique Hotel
Antigua Guatemala
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Jungle Lodge Tikal
Peten
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Hotel Barcelo
Guatemala City
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Activity Reviews
Antigua Walking Tour
Antigua
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Zip-Lining Tour - Santo Domingo del Cerro
Antigua
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Lol
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Day Hike to Pacaya Volcano
Guatemala
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Earth Lodge Day Hike from Antigua
Guatemala
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Pedal and Paddle: Mountain Biking at Lake Atitlan
Guatemala
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PLO
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Visit the Iximche Mayan Ruins
Guatemala
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Explore Tikal National Park
Guatemala
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Oki
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Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Dec 23, 2022

It was a pleasure to meet you and your family. I hope your Daughter is happy, specially that she has enjoyed buying his wedding dress in Guatemala.
Cheers,
Eduardo

Solo Female Traveller - Birthday Trip in Guatemala
Guatemala | Nov 19 - Nov 25, 2022

Ja'Neisha
Ja'Neisha W.
Fayetteville, GA | Reviewed on Dec 10, 2022

I came to Guatemala for my birthday trip and couldn't believe how amazing the experience was. From the moment I arrived in Guatemala City, the entire staff made me feel so welcomed and taken care of. The drivers were top notch too - making every minute detail perfect. Pedro – my tour guide – made sure I had time to explore everything there was to see - even going out of his way to take outstanding photos of me when I wanted some souvenirs. He excelled at every possible opportunity so I could... read more

I came to Guatemala for my birthday trip and couldn't believe how amazing the experience was. From the moment I arrived in Guatemala City, the entire staff made me feel so welcomed and taken care of. The drivers were top notch too - making every minute detail perfect. Pedro – my tour guide – made sure I had time to explore everything there was to see - even going out of his way to take outstanding photos of me when I wanted some souvenirs. He excelled at every possible opportunity so I could have a fantastic birthday trip and deserves 5 stars without hesitation. From trekking up volcanoes, to sailing around Lake Atitlán, I explored everything from Antigua to Guatemala City - meeting so many amazing people along the way. I can't wait until I'm able to come back again soon.

Hotel Reviews
Casa Antigua
Antigua
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Casa del Mundo
Lake Atitlán

This place was magical!

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Activity Reviews
Sip n' Cycle - Bike/Coffee Combo Tour
Antigua
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Day Hike to Pacaya Volcano
Guatemala
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TucTuc tour experience around the Lake
Guatemala
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Traditional Guatemalan Cooking Class
Antigua
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Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Dec 23, 2022

We really appreciate your opinion on this program in Guatemala and we are sure we did our best to provide you with the experience of local activities that will remind your family!!

I will be sure to pass your cheers to Luis Pedro for his guidence on this adventure.

We highly recommend spreading the word about our Country!

Amazing group of dedicated and knowledgable staff...
Guatemala | Nov 20 - Dec 3, 2022

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Kim S.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on Dec 06, 2022

From the beginning, Eduardo was so responsive and helpful. He really listened to our ideas for travel and crafted an amazing trip. We packed in so much to our two weeks and all his recommendations were so good. Chocolate making, volcano horse back riding, mountain bike trip, village visiting, textile lesson, ruins, snorkeling…. We did it all! We felt very cared for and safe in their hands. Sebastian was a great bike guide. And Pablo, our main tour guide was above and beyond great. His... read more

From the beginning, Eduardo was so responsive and helpful. He really listened to our ideas for travel and crafted an amazing trip. We packed in so much to our two weeks and all his recommendations were so good. Chocolate making, volcano horse back riding, mountain bike trip, village visiting, textile lesson, ruins, snorkeling…. We did it all! We felt very cared for and safe in their hands. Sebastian was a great bike guide. And Pablo, our main tour guide was above and beyond great. His knowledge and love of local history and culture added so much to our experience. It really helped us to understand and appreciate what we were seeing. We feel lucky to have worked with him on this trip

Activity Reviews
Lake Atitlán Village Tour
Guatemala
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Chocolate Museum Experience
Guatemala

So fun to learn about the chocolate making process and get to make our own flavors!

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Day Hike to Pacaya Volcano
Guatemala

Such a cool trip. Kids went on horseback and we walked. Wild to be on top of a lava field (though kids were hoping to see lava) roasted marshmallows from volcanic steam on top, delicious lunch and knowledgable guides. There are kids there to rent walking sticks- bring some money for them, they we’re useful on the walk.

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Double Down Mountain Bike Tour
Antigua

My husband loves this trip- he said it was such a unique way to see the country. You are right up next to the farms of the locals and using the same trails they work on, so you need to be respectful of being a traveler in their place of living and working.

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Snorkeling Tour in the Belize Barrier Reef
Caye Caulker

Guides were great and knowledgable. So more than we could have hoped for- manatee, sharks, rays, turtles and fish. Great food. And respectful program- they didn’t feed the sharks to bring them in but we still saw a bunch. And they were conscientious of sunscreen on the reef and reminded people of how to protect it.

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Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Dec 23, 2022

Thank you for all your words and for the opportunity to work with you and your family here at Antigua, Guatemala city and Belize.

It is very helpful to know that you had a great time with our team guiding you around the country. Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family, the more people know about Belize and Guatemala the better.
Hope to see you back again soon, cheers!

Eduardo / Pablo / KimKim Team are the BEST
Guatemala | Feb 17 - Feb 23, 2022

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Felicia W.
San Francisco, CA | Reviewed on Sep 21, 2022

This review is long overdue but this was, by far, the best experience I've had of any tour I've had or been on in my life.

Communication:
From the get-go, Eduardo was extremely responsive to any/all of our questions. His responses were immediate and thorough.

Patience:
We were a difficult group to coordinate since there were 6 of us - all with varied levels of comfort and ideas of fun. Eduardo, took all of this in stride - regardless of last-minute changes or peppering him with... read more

This review is long overdue but this was, by far, the best experience I've had of any tour I've had or been on in my life.

Communication:
From the get-go, Eduardo was extremely responsive to any/all of our questions. His responses were immediate and thorough.

Patience:
We were a difficult group to coordinate since there were 6 of us - all with varied levels of comfort and ideas of fun. Eduardo, took all of this in stride - regardless of last-minute changes or peppering him with questions - he was so incredibly patient with us! He should win an award for this - truly.

Helpfulness / Consideration:
Outside of just being extremely responsive and patient, he always took our questions and feedback into consideration to come up with a few varied options.

Tours/Guides:
I loved all of the guides Eduardo paired us up with - our absolute favorite guide was Pablo - who showed us around Lake Atitlan. Not only was he knowledgeable but he was also adaptive and he has quiet confidence throughout the tour. Everyone seems to know him also! We felt like we were walking around with a celebrity! He allowed us the time to review different spaces and took us to places we likely never would have seen or encountered without him. We only got to meet with Alex briefly (<1 hour) but he has great energy which is infectious! He's great as well

Driver: Antonio is THE BEST. He is so kind, so patient, and so helpful. Even though he didn't know how to speak a lot of English we were able to communicate with him a bit and he was so warm and thoughtful. In once instance, we were trying to get into the house but had issues getting into the gated community - Antonio spent a good 20 minutes working with us to get in touch with our friend who owned the home. Even if he was frustrated (I would be!) he never showed it and was so patient.

I know there must be SO many things Eduardo must have done behind the scenes that our group didn't even see to make our stay great. He even came by the house to sync with us on plans - he got us COVID testers to come to the home.

Again, I couldn't recommend this service or the team we met in Guatemala more. It was THE BEST tour experience I've ever had!

Hotel Review
San Buenaventura Hotel
Panajachel, Sololá

The hotel itself was beautiful! Felt like a little Oasis and was right by the Lake and water!

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Location and the room itself!
Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Sep 22, 2022

Thank you for all this feedback, we have no doubt that this will help us to get more folks interested in this route which is impressive.

Thank you for taking the time to leave us your review, Felicia, Specially after been awhile, this is something we really appreciate!! I will secure to pass this information to Pablo, Antonio and Alex!!

I'm highly glad you had a great time on the Program activities you, yours and I built for this unforgettable experience in Guatemala. It is very helpful to... read more

Thank you for all this feedback, we have no doubt that this will help us to get more folks interested in this route which is impressive.

Thank you for taking the time to leave us your review, Felicia, Specially after been awhile, this is something we really appreciate!! I will secure to pass this information to Pablo, Antonio and Alex!!

I'm highly glad you had a great time on the Program activities you, yours and I built for this unforgettable experience in Guatemala. It is very helpful to know that you had a great time with our team guiding you around the country. Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family, the more people know about Guatemala the better. Hope to see you back again soon,

cheers!
Eduardo from the Colonial City of Guatemala!

I am very grateful to Eduardo and his team…
Guatemala | Aug 17 - Aug 23, 2022

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Tamara B.
New York, NY | Reviewed on Aug 25, 2022

I am very grateful to Eduardo and his team for helping me plan my solo birthday trip to Guatemala and for sharing the food, customs and culture of this magical and historical place and also for encouraging me in my Spanish Language acquisition journey! It was wonderful, safe and I felt very supported. Thank you very much ☺️ I enjoyed my trip mostly because i fell in love with the people from Guatemala - friendly, gregarious, happy, creative, humorous, thoughtful souls with the most amazing... read more

I am very grateful to Eduardo and his team for helping me plan my solo birthday trip to Guatemala and for sharing the food, customs and culture of this magical and historical place and also for encouraging me in my Spanish Language acquisition journey! It was wonderful, safe and I felt very supported. Thank you very much ☺️ I enjoyed my trip mostly because i fell in love with the people from Guatemala - friendly, gregarious, happy, creative, humorous, thoughtful souls with the most amazing history. If I am ever to return to Guatemala, el corazón del mundo Maya, I’ll pack an extra stomach for the food, an extra suitcase for the art and an extra heart chamber for the love…

Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Aug 31, 2022

Hola Tamara,
Thank you for all your words and for the Coffee that you have given to me on our meeting here at Antigua.
It is very helpful to know that you had a great time with our team guiding you around the country. Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family, the more people know about Guatemala the better. Hope to see you back again soon, cheers!

One week highlight of Belize and Guatemala
Guatemala | Jul 18 - Jul 25, 2022

Marisa
Marisa C.
Lexington-Fayette, KY | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2022

We scheduled a one week trip to Belize and Guatemala on a whim, and I’m so glad we did!! Eduardo Celada was our specialist and made everything perfect and seamless. We had a lot of moving parts, and he had everything arranged perfectly. He put together a flawless itinerary and scheduled excellent drivers and guides to help us along the way. Our accommodations were exactly what we expected. Thank you to our drivers Cameron, Floyd, Fernando, and Ivan. Our guides were incredibly informative and... read more

We scheduled a one week trip to Belize and Guatemala on a whim, and I’m so glad we did!! Eduardo Celada was our specialist and made everything perfect and seamless. We had a lot of moving parts, and he had everything arranged perfectly. He put together a flawless itinerary and scheduled excellent drivers and guides to help us along the way. Our accommodations were exactly what we expected. Thank you to our drivers Cameron, Floyd, Fernando, and Ivan. Our guides were incredibly informative and helpful too. Thank you Olivero and Viny. If you want a fun-filled trip, let Eduardo at Adventure Guatemala arrange it for you!!

Hotel Review
Jungle Lodge Tikal
Peten

We loved being in the jungle! Our room was perfect, and the food was excellent!

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Activity Reviews
Snorkeling Tour in the Belize Barrier Reef
Caye Caulker

We enjoyed our snorkeling trip! We swam with sharks and sea turtles!!

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Cave tubing tour
San Ignacio
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Explore Tikal National Park
Guatemala

Wow! This place is pure magic! We made it to a sunset on top of a pyramid, and what a view. We saw animals and birds and appreciated being amongst some of the greatest Mayan ruins.

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Olivero is very proud of his culture, and it showed. He knew so much about the Mayan culture!
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Lake Atitlán Village Tour
Guatemala

This experience showed us Guatemalan culture at its finest. Our boat trip to three different villages was a highlight of our trip! We saw festivals, a parade, and beautiful locales. Viny and Ivan were a great driver and guide team. We appreciated their knowledge and sensitivity to our safety. They always made sure that our safety came first.

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Viny and Ivan were amazing! We would recommend them for everyone!!
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Ivan was careful and considerate of our safety.
Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2022

Thank you for all this feedback, we have no doubt that this will help us to get more folks interested in this route which is impressive.

Thank you for taking the time to leave us your review, Marisa!!
I'm highly glad you had a great time on the Program activities you and I built for this unforgettable tour. It is very helpful to know that you had a great time with our team guiding you around the country. Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family, the more people know about Guatemala the better. Hope to see you back again soon, cheers!

Recently traveled to Guatemala with 10 other ...
Guatemala | Jul 6 - Jul 15, 2022

Marleni
Marleni M.
Pacifica, CA | Reviewed on Jul 23, 2022

Recently traveled to Guatemala with 10 other family members ranging in age from 8y.o to 67y.o. Having a great team of people that responded quickly to all communication and 2 tour guides by our side for all our adventures was hugely positive! We completed a custom 10 day tour and made great memories! Crista and David were very knowledgeable and personable- we totally recommend them. read more

Recently traveled to Guatemala with 10 other family members ranging in age from 8y.o to 67y.o. Having a great team of people that responded quickly to all communication and 2 tour guides by our side for all our adventures was hugely positive! We completed a custom 10 day tour and made great memories! Crista and David were very knowledgeable and personable- we totally recommend them.

Hotel Review
Casa del Mundo
Lake Atitlán

Great stay! Beautiful views. Many stairs FYI so not accessible.

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Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Jul 27, 2022

Thank you for taking the time to leave us your review, Marleni!!

I'm highly glad you had a great time on the Program activities you and I built for this unforgettable tour. It is very helpful to know that you had a great time with our team guiding you around the country. Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family, the more people know about Guatemala the better. Hope to see you back again soon, cheers!

Estoy muy contento de que la hayas pasado muy bien en las actividades del... read more

Thank you for taking the time to leave us your review, Marleni!!

I'm highly glad you had a great time on the Program activities you and I built for this unforgettable tour. It is very helpful to know that you had a great time with our team guiding you around the country. Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family, the more people know about Guatemala the better. Hope to see you back again soon, cheers!

Estoy muy contento de que la hayas pasado muy bien en las actividades del programa que tús familiares y yo construimos para esta gira inolvidable. y que hayan disfrutado de sus raices las cuales nos hacen sentir orgullosos de ser Guatemaltecos.
Espero volver a verte pronto, saludos!

Family Trip!
Guatemala | Jul 6 - Jul 15, 2022

Jasmine
Jasmine C.
Puerto Rico | Reviewed on Jul 20, 2022

Extremely grateful and happy with how our family trip to Guatemala turned out! Our guides Christa and David went above and beyond to make sure we'd have a great time and enjoy each place we visited. They became part of our family for the week. Every one of our 10-days was special. One of the most memorable activities was the cooking class at CusCun at the lovely rooftop with the amazing view and having everyone pitch in to make a delicious traditional dinner. ¡Gracias a nuestro especialista... read more

Extremely grateful and happy with how our family trip to Guatemala turned out! Our guides Christa and David went above and beyond to make sure we'd have a great time and enjoy each place we visited. They became part of our family for the week. Every one of our 10-days was special. One of the most memorable activities was the cooking class at CusCun at the lovely rooftop with the amazing view and having everyone pitch in to make a delicious traditional dinner. ¡Gracias a nuestro especialista Eduardo y Old Town Outfitters por siempre estar disponible para contestar nuestras dudas y preguntas! Super recomendado.

Hotel Reviews
Casa del Mundo
Lake Atitlán

The hundred of stairs to get around the hotel are definitely worth the views. The restaurant was a little slow, but always delicious. I recommend booking the hot tub to relax in the evening after a long day.

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Casa Antigua
Antigua

Great location and yummy included breakfast!

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Jungle Lodge Tikal
Peten
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Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Jul 22, 2022

Hola Jasmine,
We are more than happy to har that you have enjoyed your trip to Guatemala. We encourage you to spread the word about the beauties of Guatemala.

Hope to see you soon!
Eduardo - 58191757

Amazing Guatemala!
Guatemala | May 27 - Jun 4, 2022

Brian and Manon
Brian and Manon B.
The Woodlands, TX | Reviewed on Jun 06, 2022

I had been to Antigua 23 years ago as a backpacker and I couldn't wait to take my family there, but in a more structured way. Edouardo streamlined the whole process and I felt safe and taking care of. As early as the first email (which came in very quickly), he had taken the time to organize a trip with a variety of activities (from challenging to informative) based on our likes and dislikes. We had to tweak it a bit and within 2 weeks, we had a plan and we were booked. Our driver Vinni was... read more

I had been to Antigua 23 years ago as a backpacker and I couldn't wait to take my family there, but in a more structured way. Edouardo streamlined the whole process and I felt safe and taking care of. As early as the first email (which came in very quickly), he had taken the time to organize a trip with a variety of activities (from challenging to informative) based on our likes and dislikes. We had to tweak it a bit and within 2 weeks, we had a plan and we were booked. Our driver Vinni was full of energy and radiated positivity. His English was surprisingly good and we got a ton of information about the area. Our Guide Pepian (which is a nickname based on the most delicious food ever!) was very kind and patient with us and our kids. He checked on us multiple times during the activities and was participating like it was his first time. His enthusiasm and love for his country were contagious and we had the best time. They also were very good at accomodating our diet restrictions (GF, DF). After a couple of days, we all agreed that to hike Acetenango was maybe too challenging for our daughter, so at that point, Eduardo, with the help of Pepian, pivoted quickly, booked us a hotel (we were originally supposed to camp on the volcano) and found other activities for us to do instead. We don't feel like we wasted time at all. It was amazing and I don't regret using kimkim and we feel like we now have friends in Guatemala.
If you go to Guatemala and you can only do ONE activity, do the coffee farm from De La Gente. But honestly, I would rate all activities above a 9/10 (hike, bike, kayak, tours). We will be back for sure!

Hotel Reviews
Casa Antigua
Antigua

It was nice and clean. The breakfast was great! The internet wasn't very good however. The beds were super hard, but I think that is just how mattress are in Guatemala.

Tips for future travelers

Choose a room towards the front to get the best WIFI.

Authenticity & Character
Loved how pretty it is in the courtyard
Location
Close to everything and fairly quiet
Staff
Their English was very good
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beds had sand on and were very hard and WIFI was very spotty
San Buenaventura Hotel
Panajachel, Sololá

It was damp and there was no sheet on the couch/beds for our kids. However, they were quick at bringing some. There was a lot of cobwebs and spiders in the beds. It's kind of expected given its Guatemala but still... Water came through the door upstairs during the rain. I am glad we were there for only one night. Also, make sure you shower at night because there is no hot water in the morning.

Tips for future travelers

People with pretty much low expectation

Authenticity & Character
it seemed old and dingy
Location
We had to have our driver to take us to a restaurant
Staff
very responsive but their English was limited
Cleanliness & Comfort
clean cobwebs and seal doors, also insure beds are made
Hotel Casa del Parque
Antigua

This hotel is right in the middle of a couple bars and it is very loud until 1230. We didn't sleep much even with earplugs. The WIFI was good. The layout is weird as the shower opens directly in the room so there is little privacy. It does have a pool but its cold. We enjoyed the sauna though. The fountain is missing so it makes it look run down. We enjoyed the breakfast and the staff was kind and helpful. Our room had amazing views of the volcanoes.

Tips for future travelers

Make sure you don't require a lot of sleep or a lot of quiet time.

Authenticity & Character
Location
too many bars/parties close by
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
beds were hard and no privacy to change
Activity Reviews
Antigua Walking Tour
Antigua

Marybel was knowledgeable and very kind.

Zip-Lining Tour - Santo Domingo del Cerro
Antigua

Very cool views and the guides were nice. They could have loosen up, but we liked it anyway.

Day Hike to Pacaya Volcano
Guatemala

The marshmallow and the pizza toped it off nicely. Because its rainy season, we didn't have the best views, but we enjoyed it nonetheless.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Coffee tour "De La Gente" by Bus
Antigua

By far, the best experience of our trip. Eating with them in his house and getting to grind our own cup the artisanal way is something we will remember forever.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Chocolate Museum Experience
Guatemala
Spa day at Santa Teresita
Guatemala
Pedal and Paddle: Mountain Biking at Lake Atitlan
Guatemala
Kayak & Hike Tour at Lake Atitlan
Guatemala
Earth Lodge Day Hike from Antigua
Guatemala
Aguacate tour in Finca Paseo de las Nubes
Guatemala
Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Jun 07, 2022

Thank you very much for each work on this feedback. I am very happy to hear that you liked what we have proposed for this program for your and your kids.
We feel satisfied that you have enjoyed the destinations. Antigua and Lake Atitlan for 9 days.
I will be sure to pass your cheers and feelings about the program to our guides and drivers. as well as our partners for their services that are an important part of our programs too.

Abrazos de Guatemala.
Eduardo Celada
[email protected]

I cannot sing Eduardo's praises highly enough...
Guatemala | May 20 - May 27, 2022

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Michael E.
Santa Monica, CA | Reviewed on Jun 03, 2022

I cannot sing Eduardo's praises highly enough! He was so responsive, right from the initial email conversation. He listened to my values and budgetary concerns in planning the perfect itinerary and the selection of hotels. He was so patient and responsive with all my questions-- most particularly during the trip. I was traveling alone and without cell coverage-- he was my only safety net. We would communicate through WhatsApp when I had WiFi at a hotel. I felt like I was always on his... read more

I cannot sing Eduardo's praises highly enough! He was so responsive, right from the initial email conversation. He listened to my values and budgetary concerns in planning the perfect itinerary and the selection of hotels. He was so patient and responsive with all my questions-- most particularly during the trip. I was traveling alone and without cell coverage-- he was my only safety net. We would communicate through WhatsApp when I had WiFi at a hotel. I felt like I was always on his radar screen. I had so enjoyed our conversations in planning the trip, that when I got to Antigua, I asked if I could meet him. We ended up having dinner together, and now I have a new friend! The drivers he arranged for me, Danilo and Fernando were kind and delightful. And I especially enjoyed my guide Luis Galindo, with whom I spent 4 days-- biking, hiking, kayaking. For me the richness of a travel experience, particularly when it comes to guides, is the relationship, my experience with the guide-- not the facts. I can get facts from a book, and likely won't remember them anyway. But the willingness to talk and be connected-- to laugh, to hear about one another's life is everything. And that's what I will remember. I believe I have made a new friend in Luis as well. Most impressive to me about Eduardo-- my last night was a late night stay at an airport hotel, having just flown into Guatemala City from Flores/Tikal, and leaving for home early the next morning. The hotel isn't 5 minutes from the airport, and they have a shuttle. Still, he insisted on driving all the way from Antigua, late at night, taking time away from his family to pick me up at the airport and taking those five minutes to drive me to the hotel. "I just like to make sure my clients are OK and had a good time." I have never planned a trip so quickly, almost impulsively. I had never heard of KimKim-- didn't understand how it worked exactly, but it popped up on my initial google search about Guatemala. Eduardo went full-steam ahead with the planning, and I sent my money. I would catch myself thinking-- "You don'y know ANYTHING about this operation! If it's even legit or is it a scam?" But I trusted Eduardo. I would absolutely use KimKim again as well. For anyone planning a trip to Guatemala, you cannot go wrong with Eduardo. I still can't quite believe how dense and rich a weeklong trip could be.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Casa del Parque
Antigua

This hotel is modest, sweet, small, and charming, with an enchanting garden-- and it could not have a better location, just 50 yards away from the Central Park/Plaza Mayor. I am a daily swimmer, and though while small, I appreciated the pool for an afternoon dip. It is a bit tattered around the edges, but in a way, that only adds to its authenticity and charm. It is not a sleek, spa-like experience. On the downside, it is next door to a bar, that on Saturday night was a little loud-- but not terrible. The other odd thing was that none of the windows in my room opened. As it could be quite humid in Antigua, the room felt a little stuffy. But with the ceiling fan on, and leaving my door open for a bit-- it was fine. It was perfect for me.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Casa del Mundo
Lake Atitlán

Stay there!!! I cried when I climbed the stairs and was led to my room and saw that view for the first time. The food was delicious. The service, very solicitous. This is an enchanted spot I will never forget. It is a significant climb of irregular stairs to reach the hotel from the lake's edge, and then more steps to get to one's room. So older, movement impaired or disabled folks may find it too challenging.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Jungle Lodge Tikal
Peten

It is a luscious and thrilling spot. Beautifully appointed. Delicious food.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Barcelo
Guatemala City

Perfectly adequate for what it is-- a businessy, airport hotel.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Valley Ride - Bicycle Tour of Antigua's Villages, Farms, and Ruins
Antigua

It was a push for me physically. (But I'm a fit 67-year-old.) Those big balloon tires are a good choice for riding over all those cobblestones! Still a bumpy ride in places. A couple challenging hills. But so lovely to see villages and squares there I would never likely visit. Made me want to linger in each one.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Day Hike to Pacaya Volcano
Guatemala

The hike was not nearly as challenging as I had imagined. A lovely day getting acquainted with Luis and admiring constantly shifting vistas.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Lake Atitlán Village Tour
Guatemala

Such dramatically different atmospheres in villages not a half mile apart. I loved Santiago Atitlan, and San Juan de Laguna was utterly charming offering a magnificent view, if willing to climb a steep hill. So much art everywhere! San Pedro was interesting enough, but if time were tight, I would say one could skip it.

Quality of Experience
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Kayak & Hike Tour at Lake Atitlan
Guatemala

This was one of the trip highlights for me!

Quality of Experience
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Explore Tikal National Park
Guatemala

A whole other world and experience! Only because someone I met at the gate at LAX waiting for the same flight to Guatemala suggested it-- I asked Eduardo about a sunrise tour of Tikal. He then happily arranged it. It made ALL the difference! I only saw perhaps 5 other tourists the whole morning, and it was much cooler than later in the day. It was like having the acropolis or the Sistine Chapel to oneself.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Jun 19, 2022

We really appreciate your opinion on this program and we are sure we did our best to provide you with the experience of local activities that will remind your family!!

We highly recommend spreading the word about our out Country!
Eduardo - Guatemala

Fantastic trip!
Guatemala | May 10 - May 18, 2022

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Caitlin F.
Australia | Reviewed on May 27, 2022

Eduardo did a fantastic job booking our trip! We particularly loved Caye Caulker and Antigua!
It was amazing exploring the Mayan ruins and hearing the local guides explain the Mayan culture. read more

Eduardo did a fantastic job booking our trip! We particularly loved Caye Caulker and Antigua!
It was amazing exploring the Mayan ruins and hearing the local guides explain the Mayan culture.

Hotel Review
Jan's Hotel
Caye Caulker

Great hotel in a fantastic location. Clean and friendly staff.

Authenticity & Character
Location
On the beachfront, easy walking distance.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Snorkeling Tour in the Belize Barrier Reef
Caye Caulker

Amazing snorkelling, great staff and the food was delicious.

Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on May 31, 2022

Hola Caitlin,
thank you very much for your feedback on this trip. We really appreciate the time you take to leave this opinion. We hope to have you in the future for other trips with Kimkim.
Eduardo

We found Guatemala to be more friendly, cheap...
Guatemala | Mar 26 - Apr 4, 2022

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Allen B.
Los Angeles, CA | Reviewed on Apr 19, 2022

We found Guatemala to be more friendly, cheaper, more interesting and way, way safer than the other Central American countries that we've toured, especially Mexico. We felt safe walking anywhere, excluding Guatemala City, including night. People are smiling and unusually kind, both to us and to each other. We did the standard Antigua, Tikal, Atitlan route. The latter was the most interesting, especially when we took an extra day to go to the villages the tourists don't normally visit. And... read more

We found Guatemala to be more friendly, cheaper, more interesting and way, way safer than the other Central American countries that we've toured, especially Mexico. We felt safe walking anywhere, excluding Guatemala City, including night. People are smiling and unusually kind, both to us and to each other. We did the standard Antigua, Tikal, Atitlan route. The latter was the most interesting, especially when we took an extra day to go to the villages the tourists don't normally visit. And though all guides and drivers were fine, Pedro in Atitlan was the best.

Special thanks to Eduardo at kimkim. He had to plan our trip 3 times (twice delayed due to Covid restrictions.) I ask lots of questions and requested many particular changes to the itinerary. He always responded quickly. During the trip he was very attentive, coming to our hotel to review things and always available on the phone. The only two issues we encountered occurred on Sunday nights and he was available and on top of it even then.

In Flores near Tikal, recommend staying at a hotel on the island, not the other side of the bridge and definitely not the El Patio hotel (we were moved upon request.) The 5 star hotels in Antigua, Camino Real and the Casa Santa Domingo (the latter built around museums and not to be missed) were fantastic. Every hotel, including the $50/nite Regis in Panajachel, included great breakfasts.

Tourism is still down 50% or more in Guatemala so take this opportunity to
Visit.

Hotel Review
Del patio hotel
Flores

Bedroom and nowhere to walk for food at night that wasn't sketchy

Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Apr 19, 2022

Thank you for your kind words we really appreciate your comments to our destinations in Guatemala. At the same time the work of our staff providing a quality service.

See you next time.

What an amazing trip.
Guatemala | Mar 19 - Mar 26, 2022

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Maureen G.
Fort Thomas, KY | Reviewed on Mar 31, 2022

What an amazing trip. We cant say enough good things about the experience. Guatemala was definitely a very special place and by the 5 th day we were already planning our next trip back!
Eduardo had the trip so nicely set up. We flew into Guatemala and spent the night ( Eduardo was right that we should have just gone on to Antigua but we wanted to see the city) We walked a few streets in Guatemala city and then headed to Antigua that was amazing. La Porta hotel was beautiful. The to the... read more

What an amazing trip. We cant say enough good things about the experience. Guatemala was definitely a very special place and by the 5 th day we were already planning our next trip back!
Eduardo had the trip so nicely set up. We flew into Guatemala and spent the night ( Eduardo was right that we should have just gone on to Antigua but we wanted to see the city) We walked a few streets in Guatemala city and then headed to Antigua that was amazing. La Porta hotel was beautiful. The to the Lake Atitlan that might be the most beautiful place we have ever stayed. Laguna Lodge was lovely and a really great experience. Casa del Mundo was beyond beautiful. Our boats and transportation worked great and for 6 people people that is saying a lot! Especially as two were seniors and all learning the language. We always felt within phone call of Eduardo and he checked on us if we didnt check in. He is amazing and cant say how much we appreciate him.

Hotel Review
Casa del Mundo
Lake Atitlán

What an amazing place. The view, the food, the staff all were 5 star!

Tips for future travelers

Bring a good pair of shoes as it made the steps easier . I would travel light in luggage. You can buy clothes in the little towns. You do need to take a boat to the hotel but so easy to do.

Authenticity & Character
The view of the lake
Location
The sense of being somewhere special
Staff
kind respectful and fun
Cleanliness & Comfort
our room ( we had 3 rooms for 6 people) were all perfect. Beds and view for each person and set up perfectly for a family
Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Apr 04, 2022

Hola Maureen,
It was such a pleasure to meet you here in Antigua. |You and your family are wonderful travelers and we can not wait to see you soon again in Guatemala.

Please help us to spread the good word about your experience to future travelers
Cheers from Guatemala.
Eduardo

Incredible trip!
Guatemala | Mar 13 - Mar 19, 2022

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Taylor G.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Mar 31, 2022

We had a fantastic and convenient experience booking with kimkim. The staff was helpful and promptly answered all of our questions. I would definitely book with kimkim again in the future!

Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Apr 04, 2022

Hi Taylor,
Thank you for your feedback and for taking your recent ** Guatemalan Highlands: Antigua, Panajachel, Lake Atitlán, & Tikal National Park - 7 Days ** with Old Town Outfitters.

We hope you had a great time while you were here in Guatemala. We strive to provide fun, unique, meaningful, and quality trips at Old Town. Please help us to spread the good word about your experience to future travelers. Our team feels proud of doing a great job with travelers from kimkim.

Hope to you see in Guatemala again soon,
Eduardo

Our trip wouldnt have been the same without kimkim!!
Guatemala | Feb 17 - Feb 23, 2022

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Silvia W.
Alameda, CA | Reviewed on Mar 10, 2022

We found out about Kimkim originally trying to plan a Morocco trip back in 2020 but that fell through so thought we'd give them a try in Guatemala. Of course it is different guides in each country for Kimkim, but sooo glad we did as Eduardo made our trip in Guatemala! He was so easy to work with, helped that he spoke English (my Spanish is rustier than I thought ha) , very accommodating for our changing plans, and super knowledgeable about the area.

He adjusted our itinerary to what we... read more

We found out about Kimkim originally trying to plan a Morocco trip back in 2020 but that fell through so thought we'd give them a try in Guatemala. Of course it is different guides in each country for Kimkim, but sooo glad we did as Eduardo made our trip in Guatemala! He was so easy to work with, helped that he spoke English (my Spanish is rustier than I thought ha) , very accommodating for our changing plans, and super knowledgeable about the area.

He adjusted our itinerary to what we were interested in and also was able to recommend activities that we should consider on our short 5 day stay in Guatemala. Didnt make it easy for him with the back and forth and he was very understanding, patient and kind!

We went to Lake Atitlan for few days , one more day there made it for us since we cancelled the overnight Acatenango volcano hike (due to a massive earthquake a few days prior that made us unsure to go), did a boat tour to see villages in the area with a coffee co-op tour and a women's textile tour, Chichicastenango and for the 3 of us ,Iximche Mayan Ruins tour, and a last minute zip lining trip! The clutch part of changing our itinerary was that it allowed some extra costs to go to COVID tests - Eduardo scheduled a COVID test tech to come to our accommodations , and send our results that same day so we didnt have to worry about where to go and take it before our flight.. sooo helpful and saved us headaches! And also scheduling shuttles to get us to the airport on time the next day.

All in all, our favorite was Pablo the guide with Old Town Outfitters as our guide for Lake Atitlan as he was humble, knowledgeable, funny and warm, and never pressured us to do anything . He was truly genuine in trying to educate us about the Guatemalan / Mayan culture and took joy when we found joy in learning. He was amazing! It made the part of the trip with him, and all the tours that much more enjoyable. Stay at the Hotel San Buenaventura de Atitlán in Panajachel - the property there is just perfect - with beach waterfront and a pool, breakfast included and tap water that was drinkable! (GAMECHANGER). Lake Atitlan is wonderful! Make sure you take a dip in it - and float to soak in the magic of being surrounded by all the volcanos, a blue sky, and birds chirping all around you! Alex our guide for Iximche Mayan Ruins was also our favorite - he shared the same enthusiasm as Pablo for educating us on his Mayan culture to us and we wish he had more time with him. Ask to taste the corn "moonshine"!

Also cant forget our driver Antonio - who was personable, excited to educate us more about Guatemala and converse with us and our choppy Spanish. He was great as well.

Can't highly recommend Eduardo and Kimkim enough. It would be the easiest and best way to get around the country, seeing everything you want to see and more :)

Hotel Review
San Buenaventura Hotel
Panajachel, Sololá

this was my favorite hotel stay! There are two types of rooms - when you go into this entrance -the left hand side is the 1 room - 2 twin size bed standard stay with access to this back patio with a table/chairs and access to the lush property. the right hand side door is the suite - that has the 1 room 2 twin size and an upstairs which has two sofa that turn into beds if need, a kitchenette and microwave and mini fridge. There is also an outdoor patio there. I stayed in both and they were both lovely. The best part is that the faucet water is drinkable and pretty good tasting ( I drink filtered water at home in San Francisco and it is pretty close!) Crowd: not crowded, and it seemed like it was more of a local staycation spot which I loved! quiet, not rowdy or anything although we were in between two hotels that seemed crazy on the weekends - bass and loud late music Decor: simple yet guatemalan colors and textiles were represented. Beds: were a bit more firm for my taste but I dont sleep in tempurpedics, I am convinced the Guatemalan people need these firm beds! Cleanliness: pretty clean, in the room and property all throughout Friendly Staff: super friendly, front staff speaks english and also staff for breakfast Onsite Ambiance: beautiful and amazing! It is like a mini lush forest/garden! and a onsite beach front, with a pool (more like a wading pool) but so beautiful and relaxing! This was one of the highlights for me - swimming in the lake and being surrounded by all the volcanos and blue sky. Notes: it is pretty close to town and you can have the front desk call you tuk tuks to get you there. mostly for food but we didnt do much else as we did a village boat tour.

Tips for future travelers

all the beds are a bit firm - although the sofa beds upstairs in the suite is more soft if that is a concern for you!

Authenticity & Character
simple decor but still vibrant with the Guatemalan colors
Location
secluded but close to town
Staff
all friendly and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Lake Atitlán Village Tour
Guatemala

we loved having Pablo as our guide! the boat crew were amazing as well. The boat ride to each village was somewhere between pleasant to splish splash, and slight nausea as it was windy when we went at end of February (which apparently is the windiest time of the year). Nonetheless, the crew was great and especially Pablo who is super knowledgeable, spoke English, and has this calm and friendly demeanor!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Antonio was super friendly and funny! and drove carefully especially on the windy roads, which we appreciated
Coffee tour San Juan la Laguna "La Voz que clama en el desierto"
Guatemala

Pablo was our guide who took us to see Lucas who was one of the owners of La Voz. This was one of our favorite tours on the village tour trip! Lucas is amazing- and we were able to tour the entire property from taste testing (soo good!) to procuring the beans, to roasting to packaging . We loved how we were able to see the entire process and see how dedicated and enthusiastic they were in showing us around. You can really tell they care and love what they do. We each bought at least a bag of medium roast beans home - some for souvenirs. Make sure to ask for their freshest bag! The only thing I wished was getting that banana cake - it looked good to pair with the coffee haha

Quality of Experience
seeing the entire process, walk and see and smell everything!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
their enthusiasm, and care
Transport
Textile-Weaving Tour & water activity at Cristalinas
Guatemala

Another one of our favorite tours! Although we didnt sense the same enthusiasm in these women - we probably caught them doing the 238947 tour of the day but we loved it nonetheless, so understandable. I was pulled in on understanding more of the Guatemalan and Mayan culture in women supporting their lives by contributing in making textiles! the colors, the process , and the traditional of passing it down from mother/grandmother/female mentor down to the next generation - was all fascinating. Especially the part where they use all natural ingredients to dye the cotton, and some with changing hues of color depending on when you pick the plant whether close to full moon or not. Amazing! We were able to test out how to spin the cotton into yarn, and crushing some herbs for dye, and also see them dye the yarn. At the end of the tour, we were able to see everything that they made and even purchase some. I personally purchased this bright multicolored shirt, that had hand woven mayan calendar in the front and i love it! Even after we went into other shops that sold similar items after this tour, this shop still had the highest quality. Pablo shared this with us after we asked about Chichicastenango textiles there - and I have to agree! And this properly supports the co-op they started here and they invest it back into the people and the community, so keep this in mind! :) Support the women here and their lovely hand made items. Oh and they take CC - make sure to use one that doesnt have foreign transaction fees :)

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Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Mar 12, 2022

Thank you very much Silvia..
We really appreciate this config from you and I am pretty sure this will help others to take decisions to visit Guatemala.

Hope to see you again in our land.
Saludos de Guatemala,
Eduardo

I'm definitely recommending kimkim
Guatemala | Feb 17 - Feb 23, 2022

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Dan P.
San Diego, CA | Reviewed on Mar 04, 2022

We leveraged kimkim for a Guatemala trip and they made our stay so smooth and convenient. Eduardo organized transportation (to/from the airport and local tour destinations), COVID-19 testing, lodging, and hooked us up with some of the best local tour guides I've experienced. What was great about the itinerary was that it provided a nice structure while being very flexible. We made a few changes in plans and Eduardo navigated those changes with finesse. With kimkim, we had the luxury of... read more

We leveraged kimkim for a Guatemala trip and they made our stay so smooth and convenient. Eduardo organized transportation (to/from the airport and local tour destinations), COVID-19 testing, lodging, and hooked us up with some of the best local tour guides I've experienced. What was great about the itinerary was that it provided a nice structure while being very flexible. We made a few changes in plans and Eduardo navigated those changes with finesse. With kimkim, we had the luxury of worrying less about travel logistics and could really focus on enjoying the finer parts of the stay.

Overall, working with kimkim was an exceptional experience during our visit.

Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Mar 04, 2022

We feel great to see your feedback, we hope more can see this and come to know the Mayaland. Thank you very much for so sweet words to our ears.
See you next time!!
Eduardo

Exceptional Service during Exceptional Times...
Guatemala | Feb 17 - Feb 23, 2022

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Jennie Y.
Berkeley, CA | Reviewed on Mar 04, 2022

Exceptional Service during Exceptional Times

Traveling during COVID means uncertainty and ever-changing plans. We made changes to our itinerary until the night before we landed in Guatemala City! It could have been a disaster but it wasn't - we were able to do everything we wanted to do. We were even able to arrange for COVID tests to be administered at our place in Antigua the day before we flew back to USA.

Eduardo was incredibly kind, patient, compassionate and flexible with our group of... read more

Exceptional Service during Exceptional Times

Traveling during COVID means uncertainty and ever-changing plans. We made changes to our itinerary until the night before we landed in Guatemala City! It could have been a disaster but it wasn't - we were able to do everything we wanted to do. We were even able to arrange for COVID tests to be administered at our place in Antigua the day before we flew back to USA.

Eduardo was incredibly kind, patient, compassionate and flexible with our group of six. Shortly into our trip, I knew we were in the absolute best hands. He was also so knowledgeable about the best places to visit and activities to do for our 1 week stay without feeling over-exerted or uncomfortable. One of my favorite highlights was the 2 night stay in Lake Atitlan where Eduardo booked us the most beautiful stay at Hotel Sanbuenaventura in Panajachel and connected us to the best tour guide of our entire trip, Pablo Chumil. Please request Pablo if you want an expert in Guatemala nature (especially birds), local history and safety - great guide, great human all around.

Antonio was our trusted and only driver for all the many hours we spent exploring Guatemala. As a driver, he was prompt and drove safely at all times. We cherished our time together laughing, using broken Spanish and sharing snacks and a meal - we miss you Antonio, thank you for keeping us safe always!

Before I went, I did not know much about Guatemala or its culture and people. However, thanks to the kind and warm-hearted people, both from Kimkim and the locals we met, I am left with the best impression of Guatemala and would no doubt visit again.

Hotel Review
San Buenaventura Hotel
Panajachel, Sololá

If and when we return to Lake Atitlán, I would 100% book a stay at the Hotel Sanbuenaventura. We got to stay in a standard double bed room one night and upgraded to a two-story suite the following night. Both rooms were very clean with comfortable beds, FILTERED TAP WATER(!), delicious breakfasts (we did not eat lunch and they do not provide dinner). The property feels very tropical with lush landscaping, a beautiful heated pool and many lookout points and green space where you can admire the beautiful lake and volcanos on the horizon. We were always looked after by the hotel staff, they called tuk tuks every time we needed to go into the city center (takes about 15 minutes for them to arrive so plan accordingly).

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Review
Lake Atitlán Village Tour
Guatemala

Over 2 days, Pablo Chumil and his expert boat captains took us to 3 villages - San Juan, San Pedro and Santiago Atitlan. We spent the majority of time in charming San Juan, visiting it over 2 days. At first I didn't know why we would go to the village twice but I am so glad we did - we spent 1 day touring an organic coffee cooperative, LA VOZ QUE CLAMA EN EL DECIERTO, SAN JUAN LA LAGUNA and the next day at a women's owned textiles coop, Artesania La Voz De Los Tzutujiles (coincidence in naming). We only made a brief stop in San Pedro so I can't comment on my experience there. Santiago Atitlan was so rich in Mayan history - we visited Maximon, ate the best traditional Mayan/Guatemalan lunch, and enjoyed soaking up the sights and sounds of their culture. I would highly recommend spending an afternoon here. To quote Jurassic Park, "hold on to your butts" during afternoon boat trips across the lake - the water is surprisingly choppy and some rides can be ~30-40 minutes if you're going across the lake. Calm in the mornings, but it was a fun experience! A few of us get sea sickness so we were prepared (turns out natural non-drowsy Dramamine = ginger pills) but we didn't get it too badly.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Our drivers were so exceptionally skillful at navigating a particularly windy afternoon - our boat was top notch as well!
Transport
Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Mar 04, 2022

It is very nice and delectable hearing words like this coming from a wonderfull group It was a pleasure to meet you the first and last day at your house. I am always looking for communication with my clients so we can make them feel safe doing the activities we plan for everyone.

I hope we can see you next time and having kind people as everyone of you are. Iam prettysure the "Superman Zipiline" was enough adventure this time!!!

Saludos from Guatemala!!
Your friend .Eduardo

Guatemala is amazing!
Belize | Feb 20 - Feb 27, 2022

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Weston L.
AZ | Reviewed on Feb 28, 2022

I would like to give my highest recommendation to both Guatemala as a country and to KimKim/Old Town Outfitters. My wife and I have travelled quite a bit and this was one of our favorite destinations that we have been to. From the inception of our idea to travel to Guatemala, Eduardo was incredibly responsive, receptive and flexible in creating an itinerary that matched our desired level of adventure and relaxation. In traveling to Guatemala we missed our connecting flight which altered... read more

I would like to give my highest recommendation to both Guatemala as a country and to KimKim/Old Town Outfitters. My wife and I have travelled quite a bit and this was one of our favorite destinations that we have been to. From the inception of our idea to travel to Guatemala, Eduardo was incredibly responsive, receptive and flexible in creating an itinerary that matched our desired level of adventure and relaxation. In traveling to Guatemala we missed our connecting flight which altered our arrival time significantly. After contacting Eduardo he sorted everything out and changed our itinerary to accommodate this unforeseen issue.

While in Guatemala, our guide Oseas, was also incredible. His local knowledge, flexibility and overall joy and passion for showing visitors his country enhanced our experience in a wonderful way. He was easy going but also a go getter with no hesitation in driving many long hours often starting early in the morning. We truly feel that Oseas has become a friend and would love to show him around our neck of the woods.

As far as highlights of the trip go, it is hard to nail down just one. That being said, we absolutely loved our time in the Lanquin/Semuc Champey region. The 7 hour drive from Guatemala City is absolutely worth it for those who are seeking a little adventure. Lake Atitlan surpassed its extensive reputation and Antigua was truly a city that we feel we could live in long term.

I speak Spanish which was helpful but absolutely not necessary as both our guide and everyone we interacted with from Old Town was fluent in English. The people of Guatemala are welcoming and friendly, rarely did I feel out of place or unwelcome. As a seasoned traveler, both Guatemala and Old Town Outfitters/KimKim come with my highest recommendation. Please consider a trip here and with them if you are looking for a Central American destination with all the natural and cultural beauty you can imagine.

Hotel Reviews
El Retiro Lodge
Lanquin

El Retiro Lodge encompasses the beauty and adventure that embodies the Lanquin region. Rooms were clean and secure and the dining area overlooking the river was incredible.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and safe feeling. Shower was not very effective and bed was hard but overall the other qualities of this lodging far exceed the need for a hot shower.
Los Olivos Hotel Boutique y Restaurante
Antigua Guatemala

Located in a perfect spot in Antigua, you are walking distance from every destination in Antigua. Wifi was good enough to perform video calls and the staff was very helpful

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Mar 03, 2022

Hola Weston,
I want to say Thank you for your review, it was nice to meet you at your hotel on the last day of your trip plan.

It's a shame that I could not go to cervecería 14 when you and Oseas were hanging out. I am pretty sure Oseas also enjoyed his time with you. I will show him your review so he can be proud of his Job with both of you.

See you next time !!
Eduardo

Great trip to Belize and Guatemala. Really en...
Guatemala | Jan 5 - Jan 14, 2022

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LaTasha J.
Lynn Haven, FL | Reviewed on Jan 23, 2022

Great trip to Belize and Guatemala. Really enjoyed most of the places we stayed at and visited. The Tikal jungle lodge was not my favorite but it was decent for a one night stay. Really enjoyed Casa Santo Domingo hotel, Ramon’s village, and sweet songs Hotel. Casa del mundo was also gray for the views and up keep of the facility. The room wasn’t the best because we did find a lot of bugs crawling around in the room that is hard to avoid with the cracks in the walls, windows, and doors and the... read more

Great trip to Belize and Guatemala. Really enjoyed most of the places we stayed at and visited. The Tikal jungle lodge was not my favorite but it was decent for a one night stay. Really enjoyed Casa Santo Domingo hotel, Ramon’s village, and sweet songs Hotel. Casa del mundo was also gray for the views and up keep of the facility. The room wasn’t the best because we did find a lot of bugs crawling around in the room that is hard to avoid with the cracks in the walls, windows, and doors and the location was next to a public bathroom, shower, and walk way so it was not very peaceful. There was also construction outside of our window where they were building a platform as an extension on the window and we’re working on it during our stay. The food was great and the shuttles to the other villages were amazing. The drivers were great and on time. I loved the cooking option with cuscun but I think the extra translator was not needed. It was hard for us to budget with so many guides to be able to give tips as well that we will prob consider setting the sites without guides to save money. Also to have more time at the sites to explore rather than the guided tour. Nothing wrong with the guides because they were all amazing but it is harder to take in the sites with guides trying to get you through the tour and on to the next site so you only hear so much when they are talking especially when you want to explore more on your own. Overall the trip was amazing.

Hotel Reviews
Ramon's Village Resort
San Pedro

Absolutely enjoyed this location and the excursions available on this trip.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Views, excursions, everything
Staff
Very accommodating
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sweet Songs Jungle Lodge, a Muy’Ono Resort
San Ignacio
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Jungle Lodge Tikal
Peten
Tips for future travelers

The hotel is run on a generator that shuts out in the evening. The lights and power won’t work at a certain time at night. The shower had cold water also when the generator shut off.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Hotel Casa Santo Domingo
Antigua
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Casa del Mundo
Lake Atitlán

When we stayed there we had a room attached to the public bathroom that was noisy in the am and pm from everyone using it. There was some minor construction going on outside our window that would go on in the am until the evening then stopped before bed time. Other than that there were a lot of bugs crawling around the room due to cracks in the wall, doors, windows, and ceiling but it want too bad.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on May 19, 2022

Hola LaTasha,
It was wonderful to meet you at the hotel Santo Domingo. I really appreciate your reviews and hope we can see you again in Guatemala to show you other destinations in the country that really worth the visit.
See you in Guatemala again!!
Eduardo

An exceptional experience...
Guatemala | Dec 3 - Dec 3, 2021

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Jared M.
Centreville, VA | Reviewed on Jan 13, 2022

Eduardo and team provided an exceptional experience during our visit. Everything from transportation to/from the airport to required COVID testing was taken care of. Would certainly reach back out to Eduardo before planning my next trip!

Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Jan 13, 2022

Thank you for taking the time to leave us your review Jared! I'm glad you were able to visit Guatemala during these times and enjoy your vacation you and your familly with Luis Pedro guiding you around the country. Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family, the more people know about Guatemala the better. Hope to see you back again soon, cheers!

Eduardo did a great job planning our trip. He...
Guatemala | Dec 24 - Dec 31, 2021

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Ariel S.
Shaw, DC | Reviewed on Jan 09, 2022

Eduardo did a great job planning our trip. He was very responsive and very helpful, and made the whole experience very easy. I highly recommend using Eduardo's services for a trip to Guatemala.

Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Jan 13, 2022

Thank you for taking the time to leave us your review, Ariel! I'm glad you were able to visit Guatemala with our cousin during these special times of the year!! with Franciso and your driver Henry guiding you around the country. Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family, the more people know about Guatemala the better. Hope to see you back again soon, cheers!

This trip was GREAT!
Guatemala | Dec 22 - Dec 31, 2021

Christine
Christine H.
Harrisburg, PA | Reviewed on Jan 02, 2022

This trip was great!
I found KimKim through an Internet search and was so excited. I told them a basic outline of what I wanted and they found me someone who could organize it for me. I basically had a bespoke vacation planned for me. The KimKim web interface is easy to use and what’s really nice is that keeps all of your correspondence with your travel specialist in one place.

I was assigned to Old Town Outfitters in Antigua Guatemala. Eduardo organized my trip EXACTLY how I asked for it. I... read more

This trip was great!
I found KimKim through an Internet search and was so excited. I told them a basic outline of what I wanted and they found me someone who could organize it for me. I basically had a bespoke vacation planned for me. The KimKim web interface is easy to use and what’s really nice is that keeps all of your correspondence with your travel specialist in one place.

I was assigned to Old Town Outfitters in Antigua Guatemala. Eduardo organized my trip EXACTLY how I asked for it. I got to do everything I wanted to do. I had an extra day and Eduardo suggested a volcano climb and it was the perfect addition to my trip. The hotels were clean and had charm.

My itinerary included a volcano climb, a visit to Tikal, a 5 day jungle hike/camp to El Mirador, and a free day to wander Antigua. My guides were all very knowledgable. The guide I had for Tikal, Mario, was one of the most knowledgable guides I have had anywhere. He was able to put the ruins in a historical context encompassing other ruins I had visited before. The guide i and for El Mirador was an amazing mix of guide and outdoorsman. He really took care of our group and I felt completely safe in the jungle with him.

I highly recommend KimKim and will use their services again for other trips. And I also highly recommend Old Town Outfitters and Eduardo if you are going to Central America.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel San Jorge
Antigua

Rooms are clean and basic. Staff is lovely. Courtyard is gorgeous.

Authenticity & Character
Courtyard garden
Location
Only 3 blocks from plaza mayor and several yummy restaurants right around the corner.
Staff
So helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Clean
Del patio hotel
Flores

The hotel is clean and basic. The courtyard is beautiful. What puts this hotel over the top is the staff. They were soooo nice. I had a 5am pickup and the staff made me coffee and breakfast even though I was leaving 2 full hours before official breakfast. I didn’t ask, they just offered. Everyone there is kind and helpful.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Jan 13, 2022

Thank you for taking the time to leave us your review, Christine! I'm happy to hear you have done a great trek to "El Mirador" in Guatemala experiencing the culture with the local community of "Carmelita" during these special times of the year!! Besides visiting other popular attractions like "Volcano Pacaya" and The Colonial City of Antigua. It was a pleasure to talk to you both days before leaving for your country.

Be sure to spread the word to your friends and family, the more people know about Guatemala the better. Hope to see you back again soon, cheers!

Trip to Guatemala
Guatemala | Dec 3 - Dec 18, 2021

Nicolas
Nicolas B.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Dec 22, 2021

I approached kimkim because I thought they were displaying good values.
Eduardo who helped me plan the itinerary was really approachable and responsive.
Highlights were the visit of Antigua and its surrounding, Yacha, Tikal, the hike on the volcano Acatenango, not forgetting Rio Dulce and lake Atitlán. Stunning places to experience!
Muchas gracias a todos quienes ayudaron a hacer el viaje recuerdos tan maravillosos! Pedro (guide) , Herber (driver), Fernando (driver), Jaime (guide), Daniel (boat).

Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Dec 22, 2021

Hola Nicholas,
Thank you for taking your recent **Guatemala - 14 days tour ** with Old Town Outfitters.
We are happy you had a great time while you were here in Guatemala. We definitely will pass your feedback to our guides & drivers about your trip.

Hope to you see in Guatemala again soon,
Eduardo

Eduardo is the best of the best!
Guatemala | Oct 9 - Oct 16, 2021

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Camille S.
South Salt Lake, UT | Reviewed on Oct 23, 2021

Eduardo was amazing! He is very responsive and he planned the best trip we have ever had, and he did it in record time. He truly is the best of the best, and he made sure not only that we had a dream vacation but that daughter and I were safe and taken care of.

I would recommend that anyone going to Guatemala work with Eduardo. You will not be disappointed.

Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Oct 27, 2021

I really appreciate your comments about the trip plan we had planned for your visit in Guatemala.
There is no other better way to spread the news than somebody that already have experienced this progrmas.

Hope we can see you on the future!!
We feel glad to have done a great job on the field !!

Eduardo

Eduardo was an absolute sweetheart
Guatemala | Jul 22 - Aug 8, 2021

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Emily N.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Oct 19, 2021

Eduardo was an absolute sweetheart, an incredible problem solver, and was truly a pleasure to work with. Throughout our experience, we felt so lucky to have Eduardo on our team!

I don't know how to fully capture how thankful we are to him, and how wholeheartedly I recommend working with him in booking a trip you will never forget!!

Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Oct 27, 2021

Hola Emily, thank you so much for the in-depth review and your kind words! The whole team here including the guides, drivers and more really enjoyed your enthusiasm throughout the trip and appreciate your willingness to learn about Guatemala.

Thank you again for all your sweet words and your business,
Hopefully we'll see you and family back in Guatemala one day!

Cheers from Guatemala,
Eduardo

We had a fantastic family trip to Antigua & Lake Atitlan, Guatemala
Guatemala | Feb 16 - Feb 23, 2020

Alice
Alice M.
Alameda, CA | Reviewed on Feb 24, 2020

We just got back from our week-long family trip to Guatemala. We had an incredible time, due in large part to the efforts of Eduardo of kimkim who set us up with fun things to do, fabulous guides and a great driver, all for a reasonable price. We travel a fair amount but generally wing it when it comes to activities and getting around but using kimkim is likely to become my new modus operandi when planning family trips for our family of 4 (2 parents + 2 daughters ages 11 and 15). It was so... read more

We just got back from our week-long family trip to Guatemala. We had an incredible time, due in large part to the efforts of Eduardo of kimkim who set us up with fun things to do, fabulous guides and a great driver, all for a reasonable price. We travel a fair amount but generally wing it when it comes to activities and getting around but using kimkim is likely to become my new modus operandi when planning family trips for our family of 4 (2 parents + 2 daughters ages 11 and 15). It was so nice to arrive, have a driver (Antonio) waiting to take us to our destination and a guide to help us understand what we were looking at. We had a limited amount of time for this trip and I really felt like this approach let us get the most out of it. We had three different guides (Miguel, Pablo & Flavio) show us different parts of Guatemala and each brought their own background and perspective, which was great. How awesome to have a former entomology professor talk nature and bugs with your kid who is into nature & the wilderness!

The only criticism I would have would be that a couple of the activities were a bit overly ambitious for us with an 11 year old in tow and I wished that kimkim/Eduardo could have anticipated that and made alternate recommendations. On the other hand, he was able to set up workarounds, like a van home at a halfway point for the bike ride through the villages outside Antigua. We did skip one activity altogether because we were tired and needed some downtime.

Overall, 5 stars for kimkim! I will definitely be checking in with you when we are getting ready to go on our next international trip to a new destination. You made my life as the family's trip planner so much easier!

Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Jun 04, 2020

Hi Alice, we really feel happy to get this feedback from you here at Old Town Outfitters in Guatemala...

We hope you have had also a great time while you were here in Guatemala. We strive to provide fun, unique, meaningful, and quality trips at Old Town.
Thanks for spreading the good word about your experience to future travelers and tell us how we did here: We already are trying to do it better again.

Hope to you see in Guatemala again soon,
Eduardo

Diego was really fantastic! There is no way I...
Guatemala | Jan 19 - Jan 26, 2020

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David J.
Bayside, NY | Reviewed on Feb 09, 2020

Diego was really fantastic! There is no way I could have made it up & down Acatenango without him.
He is truly an expert , and gave me encouragement and great instructions. He was fun to be with for all those hours

Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Feb 10, 2020

thank you so much for the in-depth review and your kind words! The whole team here including Diego your guide. drivers and more really enjoyed your enthusiasm throughout the trip and appreciate your willingness to learn about Belize and Guatemala. You will be a great ambassador for the country as I'm sure you'll share lots of great stories with your friends and family. Thank you again for your business and hopefully, we'll see you and family back in Guatemala one day!

Wonderful exploration of Belize and Guatemala
Guatemala | Dec 28 - Jan 4, 2020

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BRAD K.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2020

This was a great one week family trip packing A LOT in, from snorkeling and fishing off the coast of Belize, to Mayan ruins and culture, to the beautiful old town of Antigua, to the stunning nature of Pacaya Volcano and Lake Atitlan. We were ambitious in trying to cover a lot of ground, and Eduardo did a great job helping us set the itinerary and coordinate the logistics. There were a few bumps with the driver/guide in Belize, as well as some inevitable flight delays and traffic, but I was... read more

This was a great one week family trip packing A LOT in, from snorkeling and fishing off the coast of Belize, to Mayan ruins and culture, to the beautiful old town of Antigua, to the stunning nature of Pacaya Volcano and Lake Atitlan. We were ambitious in trying to cover a lot of ground, and Eduardo did a great job helping us set the itinerary and coordinate the logistics. There were a few bumps with the driver/guide in Belize, as well as some inevitable flight delays and traffic, but I was able to Whatsapp with Eduardo and get to good resolutions. The people of Belize and Guatemala were friendly and welcoming, and I would highly recommend visits to both countries.

Local specialist: Eduardo Celada
Eduardo
Eduardo Celada
Local specialist in Antigua, Guatemala | Reviewed on Jan 10, 2020

Hola Brad, thank you so much for the in-depth review and your kind words! The whole team here including the guides, drivers and more really enjoyed your enthusiasm throughout the trip and appreciate your willingness to learn about Belize and Guatemala. You will be a great ambassador for the country as I'm sure you'll share lots of great stories with your friends and family. Thank you again for your business and hopefully we'll see you and family back in Guatemala one day!