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Michael Gold

Since I was little, I have been fascinated by getting to know the great wide world. The exchange with other cultures has always been my focus. Therefore, I have made my interest my profession. In Germany, I studied tourism management and specialized in sustainable tourism. During my travels, I found a country where I feel most comfortable: Colombia! The Colombian advertising slogan: "The only risk is wanting to stay" has proven true for me. In San Agustín, I have found my second home and from here I am happy to share the magic of the country with tourists from all over the world.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"Responsible and sustainable tourism is my focus. For me it is important that travel has a positive impact - for the visitors, as well as for the hosts. Therefore, I have specialized in sustainable tourism. It is important to achieve a good cultural exchange, to protect nature, and at the same time to combine one's own interests. Nature and adventure tourism is my main area of expertise. "

How did you get involved in travel?

"Travel broadens your horizons! The world has so much to offer and so many exciting places and stories to discover. That's why I've loved traveling all my life - alone, with my family, together with friends. It's great to share experiences and impressions. Through my travel experience in about 40 different countries so far, I have made friends all over the world. My university has shown me the theoretical background of tourism, jobs in hotels and with tour operators helped me with the practical component."

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"After graduating from school, I packed my travel backpack and set off on a long journey through Central and South America. During this period I fell in love with this continent! Hiking tours, boat trips, diving, fishing, jungle tours, visits to deserts, and above all many special life stories and open-minded people. These experiences as a whole package describe for me the most amazing travel experiences - thanks to this trip I decided to live in Colombia. And I am extremely happy about that."

Michael is part of the following groups: Colombia Travel Agents, Colombia Family Travel Agents
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Favorite experiences

Tour of Tayrona National Park

Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona (Tayrona National Park) is one of about 58 national parks in Colombia, and this protected area is known for having some of the most virgin coastal landscapes in the entire country. Indeed, it's home to one of the most iconic "postcard" destinations in Colombia: the...

Guatapé Day Trip

The town of Guatapé is one of the crown jewels of central Colombia's Antioquia region. There are a few reasons for this, not the least of which is El Peñol, a 7,000-foot (2,135-meter) granite rock that rises out of the ground like a giant silver bullet. A private eight-hour tour of the town...

Zipaquirá & Nemecón Salt Mines Day-Trip

A mere 50 minutes north of Bogotá lies the town of Zipaquirá, which became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007. While certainly a charming colonial town, Zipaquirá is a must-visit Colombian destination for one single landmark: the Salt Cathedral, located just outside of town. This is indeed a...

Coffee Finca - Hiking - Explore Salento

It's fitting that Salento, one of the most beautiful colonial towns in Colombia, is surrounded by the Valle de Cocora (Cocora Valley), which happens to be one of the most beautiful valleys in Colombia. This fertile region, denoted by rolling green hills, abounds with various coffee estates that...

La Guajira: Punta Gallinas & Taroa Dunes

La Guajira is almost a world apart from the green and tropical Colombia most travelers know. The arid desert landscapes in this region are foreboding yet beautiful, with the sun-scorched earth and steep red dunes tapering off into the azure waters of the Caribbean. The most epic landscapes here...

Rosario Islands Day Trip

Cartagena de Indias is not only a beautiful Caribbean coastal destination, but it's also one of the most well-preserved Spanish Colonial cities in South America. Back when the Spaniards were in charge, they utilized a network of offshore islands to help protect their shipments of gold. Beyond...

Recent trip reviews for Michael

The KimKim team does a great job
Colombia | Apr 17 - Apr 25, 2024

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Gail M.
Kearny, NJ | Reviewed on May 02, 2024
The KimKim team was helpful throughout the planning stages as well as while we were on vacation. While in Colombia, Michael had our back. We called on him many times to ask questions, get advice, and to add/make changes to our plans. Michael and his team were super responsive.
The tours he set up were spectacular, guides were friendly, comfortable to be with and very knowledgeable. The vans were clean and in good condition and the drivers were courteous and obliging to all our needs....
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The KimKim team was helpful throughout the planning stages as well as while we were on vacation. While in Colombia, Michael had our back. We called on him many times to ask questions, get advice, and to add/make changes to our plans. Michael and his team were super responsive.
The tours he set up were spectacular, guides were friendly, comfortable to be with and very knowledgeable. The vans were clean and in good condition and the drivers were courteous and obliging to all our needs.
Joey, our guide to Minca, stood out as he had so much information to share about the country, the culture, people and the birds. He picked out a great lunch spot with the locals that we enjoyed very much.
My only concern was the boat ride home from Baru. The tour guide should have insisted that we return to the mainland at 2:00 instead of letting us stay and enjoy the beautiful area. The seas were extremely rough in the late afternoon and the boat ride was difficult with little kids aboard.

Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on May 02, 2024
Hola Gail,
Thank you so much for your detailed feedback! I'm thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience with your family here in Colombia.
I'm delighted that you enjoyed the tours we arranged and that our guides provided you with valuable insights and memorable experiences. I'm glad Joey made your trip to Minca special. Sorry for any inconvenience or discomfort experienced during the boat ride home from Baru. Your safety and well-being are our top priorities, and we will... Read more

Hola Gail,
Thank you so much for your detailed feedback! I'm thrilled to hear that you had such a positive experience with your family here in Colombia.

I'm delighted that you enjoyed the tours we arranged and that our guides provided you with valuable insights and memorable experiences. I'm glad Joey made your trip to Minca special.

Sorry for any inconvenience or discomfort experienced during the boat ride home from Baru. Your safety and well-being are our top priorities, and we will certainly take your feedback into consideration to ensure that similar situations are handled better in the future.

Once again, thank you for choosing our services, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back on another adventure in the future!

Warm regards,
Michael

Well organised but over-priced
Colombia | Apr 5 - Apr 9, 2024

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Jenny M.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Apr 16, 2024
Well organised and everyone very helpful and friendly, but over-priced Read more

Well organised and everyone very helpful and friendly, but over-priced

Hotel Review
Casa Tayrona Los Naranjos

Thoroughly recommend. Great location, wonderful food, fantastic staff. Perfect place to relax

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Activity Review
Hike Tayrona National Park
Hike Tayrona National Park
Tayrona National Park

Very touristy. No need for a guide - clear paths to follow

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Transport
Excellent careful driver with good quality comfortable vehicle
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Apr 18, 2024
Dear Jenny, Thank you immensely for sharing your valuable and honest feedback regarding your time in and around Tayrona National Park. I'm truly thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the hotel and were pleased with our organization. It's regrettable to hear that you found Colombia to be too expensive. We take pride in delivering quality travel experiences by partnering with expert bilingual guides and drivers, while also ensuring fair wages to them. We always aim for the local community to... Read more

Dear Jenny,

Thank you immensely for sharing your valuable and honest feedback regarding your time in and around Tayrona National Park. I'm truly thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the hotel and were pleased with our organization. It's regrettable to hear that you found Colombia to be too expensive. We take pride in delivering quality travel experiences by partnering with expert bilingual guides and drivers, while also ensuring fair wages to them. We always aim for the local community to benefit from tourism in their country and simultaneously operate in an environmentally sustainable manner, which is why we also hold a sustainable certification. This aspect is typically well-received, with our guests consistently finding the trip price justified. Next time, please feel free to express your concerns during the trip planning phase; we always strive to accommodate the diverse needs and wishes of our travelers. Nonetheless, I'm happy that you had a lovely time in the area and were satisfied with both the accommodation and drivers.

We eagerly look forward to welcoming you back to our stunning country in the future.

Warm regards,
Michael & the Chaska Tours Team

A Three Generational Family Adventure to Colombia
Colombia | Mar 29 - Apr 6, 2024

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Esta R.
Henrietta, NY | Reviewed on Apr 12, 2024
Thoroughly enjoyed our family adventure to Colombia, Had several wonderful guides, Juan Pablo, Gabriel, and Carlos and local driver (Francisco , who spoke excellent English) who not only shared their expertise about their country, but offered engaging conversation on various topics, and provided additional adult support, by going on the amusement rides at Parque del Cafe with the children or assisting in hands on activities such as basket weaving, chocolate making. Colombia is a beautiful... Read more

Thoroughly enjoyed our family adventure to Colombia, Had several wonderful guides, Juan Pablo, Gabriel, and Carlos and local driver (Francisco , who spoke excellent English) who not only shared their expertise about their country, but offered engaging conversation on various topics, and provided additional adult support, by going on the amusement rides at Parque del Cafe with the children or assisting in hands on activities such as basket weaving, chocolate making. Colombia is a beautiful country with many diverse activities for school age children to participate in. Hotel accommodations were comfortable and conveniently located in safe walkable areas. If you are looking for a destination that has a lot to offer , and is less than a 5 hr flight from the US East Coast, with minimal time difference, Consider visiting Colombia

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Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Apr 15, 2024

Hi Esta,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback, Esta! We're thrilled to hear that you thoroughly enjoyed your adventure in Colombia. It sounds like you had a fantastic time exploring the diverse activities and destinations Colombia has to offer. We're happy to hear that you found the hotels comfortable and conveniently located. Colombia truly is a beautiful country with so much to offer for a family. Thank you for considering Colombia as a destination, and we hope to welcome you back soon for another experience in our beautiful country!
Best,
Michael & The Chaska Tours Team

Perfect trip to Columbia!
Colombia | Mar 23 - Mar 30, 2024

Kristin
Kristin C.
Nicetown-Tioga, PA | Reviewed on Apr 09, 2024

Michael put together the perfect itinerary for us and it was executed perfectly! He even scheduled some ad hoc requests durning the trip. Super responsive and have already recommended him to family and friends.

Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Apr 09, 2024

Dear Kristin,
Thank you so much for your feedback! I'm happy to hear that you enjoyed the trip and that everything went smoothly during your trip. Your recommendation means a lot to us. If you ever need assistance in the future or if your family and friends require travel planning services in Colombia, please don't hesitate to reach out.
Warm regards,
Michael & The Chaska Tours Team

Unique experiences, stress-free travel
Colombia | Mar 29 - Apr 6, 2024

Diana
Diana K.
Bayonne, NJ | Reviewed on Apr 07, 2024
We were a multigenerational group of 4, and Michael and his team at Chaska really delivered an exceptional experience! We loved getting a window into Colombia through the personal stories of our guides, and it was amazing to be able to fully enjoy each experience, not having to worry about how to get from point A to B, or if my Spanish language skills were up to the task! Our kids loved Cafe del Parque and our beach day at Rosario Island. Mom and Grandma loved the Corcora Valley hike, and the... Read more

We were a multigenerational group of 4, and Michael and his team at Chaska really delivered an exceptional experience! We loved getting a window into Colombia through the personal stories of our guides, and it was amazing to be able to fully enjoy each experience, not having to worry about how to get from point A to B, or if my Spanish language skills were up to the task! Our kids loved Cafe del Parque and our beach day at Rosario Island. Mom and Grandma loved the Corcora Valley hike, and the novel experiential learning via basketweaving, the drum workshop, as well as net-fishing in La Boquilla. Such a great variety and enriching way to experience Colombia.

Hotel Reviews
GHL Hotel Armería Real
Cartagena

Great location, beautiful atrium. Variance in quality among rooms in terms of AC and lighting, but all were spacious, comfortable and clean.

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Salento Plaza

Wonderful location, charming landscaping, delicious breakfast! Comfortable and clean, would highly recommend.

Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Apr 08, 2024

Dear Diana,
Thank you so much for your kind words about your experiences in Colombia! We're thrilled to hear that your family had such a great time!
It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed learning about the country through the personal stories of the guides. We're glad that the variety of activities provided an enriching way for your family to experience Colombia together.
Thank you for choosing Chaska for your Colombian adventure, and we hope to welcome you and your family back for more memorable experiences in the future!
Warm regards,
Michael & The Chaska Team

An unforgettable trip - Michael and KimKim were amazing
Colombia | Mar 23 - Apr 4, 2024

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Mayur M.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Apr 06, 2024
My wife and I had a wonderful time in Colombia thanks to Michael and KimKim! We had a personalised itinerary that catered to our interests, with a great combination of cultural and historical activities, hiking excursions, and R&R, exploring areas as diverse as Bogota, Salento, Medellin, Tayrona National Park and Cartagena. The tours and excursions were well organised, with everything running like clockwork and a succession of excellent guides, who combined passion and a genuine interest in... Read more

My wife and I had a wonderful time in Colombia thanks to Michael and KimKim! We had a personalised itinerary that catered to our interests, with a great combination of cultural and historical activities, hiking excursions, and R&R, exploring areas as diverse as Bogota, Salento, Medellin, Tayrona National Park and Cartagena. The tours and excursions were well organised, with everything running like clockwork and a succession of excellent guides, who combined passion and a genuine interest in teaching us about their beautiful country, with kindness and good chat. The hotels were of excellent quality (our particular favourites were Kawa Mountain Retreat in Salento, complete with personal hot tub on the terrace, and Senda Koguiwa on the doorstep of Tayrona National Park). Michael was extremely responsive throughout, reacting to late requests to change our schedule when I unfortunately went down with a tummy bug! The personal highlight for me was hiking Tayrona National Park. We wish we could have spent more time in Colombia, and we hope to return one day. Thank you so much to Michael and KimKim for an unforgettable trip.

Hotel Reviews
Kawa Mountain Retreat
Salento
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Bioxury Hotel
Bogotá
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Senda Koguiwa
Santa Marta
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Quinta Ladera
Medellin
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GHL Hotel Armería Real
Cartagena
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Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Apr 08, 2024

Dear Maha and Mayur,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review of your trip! We're thrilled to hear that you both had such a fantastic time and that the itinerary we created together met your interests perfectly. It's fantastic to know that you enjoyed the diverse range of activities and explored various regions.
We're delighted that you had the opportunity to learn about Colombia from our passionate and knowledgeable guides.
We would love to welcome you back one day for more adventures in this beautiful country.
Warm regards,
Michael and the Chaska Tours Team

Michael was great at planning and helping us ...
Colombia | Mar 16 - Mar 28, 2024

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filippo b.
Italy | Reviewed on Mar 29, 2024

Michael was great at planning and helping us during the entire trip. Such a good idea to have Kim Kim help us.

Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Mar 29, 2024

Hi Filippo,
Thank you so much for your kind words! It was truly a pleasure planning and assisting you with the trekking trip through Los Nevados National Park. I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience. If you ever decide to embark on another adventure here in Colombia, don't hesitate to reach out. Safe travels!
Best regards,
Michael & The Chaska Tours Team

I couldn’t recommend booking with KimKim more...
Colombia | Mar 8 - Mar 16, 2024

Colleen
Colleen K.
Canada | Reviewed on Mar 26, 2024
I couldn’t recommend booking with KimKim more. I felt like Michael was always available to us and very helpful. Colombia can be a bit overwhelming and knowing we had picks ups and plans was reassuring.
I couldn’t recommend our tour guides enough
Sara at the Market in Bogota, Jose and Juan helping us learn Tejos, Govinda made Medillin magical! Cartagena and the Rosario islands were made better with Gabe’s help too.
The time spent at Islabela was incredible what a treat to stay overnight...
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I couldn’t recommend booking with KimKim more. I felt like Michael was always available to us and very helpful. Colombia can be a bit overwhelming and knowing we had picks ups and plans was reassuring.
I couldn’t recommend our tour guides enough
Sara at the Market in Bogota, Jose and Juan helping us learn Tejos, Govinda made Medillin magical! Cartagena and the Rosario islands were made better with Gabe’s help too.
The time spent at Islabela was incredible what a treat to stay overnight and see the plankton!
And all the helpers and drivers working behind the scenes were amazing! How lucky were we to have such an enriching and positive experience!

Thank you for making sure our trip was fun and safe

Hotel Review
Hotel Islabela
Authenticity & Character
Being there with just the people staying over was pretty special and getting to walk to see the sunset! The plankton was magical
Location
The boat ride can be very bumpy!
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Everyone was kind. Lionel was the best
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Mar 30, 2024

Dear Colleen,
Thank you so much for your kind words! Colombia can indeed be overwhelming, so I'm glad we could provide reassurance and support. It's amazing to hear that you have had a great time!
It's fantastic to know that your guides enhanced your experience and made your trip memorable.
Thank you once again for choosing us, and we hope to have the opportunity to assist you with your future travels again!
Warm regards,
Michael

Memorable trip
Colombia | Mar 12 - Mar 22, 2024

Nada
Nada B.
Kearny, NJ | Reviewed on Mar 25, 2024
It was a last-minute decision to go to Colombia and we are so glad we did. Michael was exceptional, he was able to put together a trip that included all the things we wanted to see and do in 24 hours. I did not feel stressed out or anxious about the planning once and Michael was always available to answer questions, with quick replies and very helpful suggestions.
We ended up making a change to our Cartagena itinerary when we were already in the city, and Michael was not only supportive and...
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It was a last-minute decision to go to Colombia and we are so glad we did. Michael was exceptional, he was able to put together a trip that included all the things we wanted to see and do in 24 hours. I did not feel stressed out or anxious about the planning once and Michael was always available to answer questions, with quick replies and very helpful suggestions.
We ended up making a change to our Cartagena itinerary when we were already in the city, and Michael was not only supportive and put together a detailed list of different activities, but he also covered half the cost of our trip to El Totumo Mud Volcano (we decided against a second beach day). Our visit to Medellin surpassed our expectations. Our guide Manuela was wonderful, very knowledgeable and very passionate about her country and her city that she made us fall in love with it too. We visited Hato la Aurora near Yopal and that was another exceptional and one-of-a-kind adventure. Although we did not see any jaguars (the guides tried very hard until the last minute to find them), we saw a lot of wildlife. The staff at Juan Solito were the friendliest and kindest and our guides (Samantha, Anisetto, Jason, Carlos…) were all fantastic. Our guide Jorge in Cartagena was very professional, very polite, and very considerate and I highly recommend Nacar Hotel Cartagena.
I can’t say enough good things about Michael. It was really a joy to work with him. He was so reliable, had an answer to everything and made us feel really valued as clients.

Hotel Reviews
Landmark Hotel Medellín
Medellín

Very nice hotel, friendly and helpful staff and they have a washer and dryer for the guests, which was super practical and nice not to pack dirty laundry. More hotels should have that.

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it was in a really nice and safe neighborhoods, close to good restaurants that we could walk to at night alone.
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all of them
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the rooms were very clean, but the towels, sheets and mattress could be better.
Juan Solito Ecolodge
Hato la Aurora

It was a charming lodge in the middle of nature, but I wish the rooms were a little cleaner. I don't mind bugs in the room that are alive given the location and the nature of the lodge, but there really should not have been dead ones in the room. It just means that it was even as much as swept before we got there, which is the bare minimum.

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Nacar Hotel Cartagena, Curio Collection by Hilton
Cartagena

Beautiful and charming hotel in a great location. Highly recommend it. Spacious rooms, nice amenities, comfortable beds, soft linens and good towels. Great little pool, perfect for chilling with a cold beverage.

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Activity Reviews
Fruit Market Tour
Fruit Market Tour
Medellín
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Medellín Transformation Tour
Medellín Transformation Tour
Medellín
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Peñol Boulder & Guatapé Boat Trip
Peñol Boulder & Guatapé Boat Trip
Medellín
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Llanos Wildlife Tour (4D/3N)
Llanos Wildlife Tour (4D/3N)
Colombia

i think it would have made for a much more enjoyable stay had our rooms been a little less dusty and full of dead bugs. hot water would be nice so would AC.

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Cartagena City Tour
Cartagena City Tour
Cartagena
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Cartagena Street Food Tour
Cartagena Street Food Tour
Cartagena
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Rosario Islands Day Trip
Rosario Islands Day Trip
Cartagena

This was the least fun activity. The beach was very small and a couple water activities only. We went snorkeling (very unhealthy reef, which is super sad. they feed the fish, also did not feel right) and somehow lost our guide and boat, so it was a little stressful trying to find him and the boat.

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Tour to Totumo Volcano
Tour to Totumo Volcano
Cartagena

we did not expect to have this much fun at this volcano. one of a kind and very memorable experience.

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Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Mar 25, 2024
Dear Nada,
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic time during your trip to Colombia. It was my pleasure to assist you in putting together an itinerary that included all your desired activities and sights, even within a tight timeframe.
I'm glad to hear that the last-minute change in Cartagena itinerary went smoothly, and I'm pleased that you have had a great experience at the Totumo Volcano! :) I'm sorry to hear that you didn't spot any jaguars... Read more

Dear Nada,
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic time during your trip to Colombia. It was my pleasure to assist you in putting together an itinerary that included all your desired activities and sights, even within a tight timeframe.

I'm glad to hear that the last-minute change in Cartagena itinerary went smoothly, and I'm pleased that you have had a great experience at the Totumo Volcano! :)

I'm sorry to hear that you didn't spot any jaguars at Hato la Aurora, but it sounds like your wildlife encounters were still remarkable. I'm delighted to hear that the staff at the Ecolodge and your various guides made your experience there unforgettable.

It was truly a pleasure planing the trip with you. If you ever decide to return or have any future travel plans to Colombia, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Best regards,
Michael & The Chaska Tours Team

We had an excellent experience with Chaska...
Colombia | Mar 15 - Mar 22, 2024

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Balmurli N.
India | Reviewed on Mar 23, 2024
We had an excellent experience with Chaska tour. Michael was flexible and prompt in attending to our requests. The various guides were excellent (Maria Rosa, Chef Lili, Oedro and Emmanuel, and guides Sarah and Meilein from 321 Colombia culinary experience packed humor with insights into indigenous knowledge and ecoethical approach to food), Alex, Doriel, Gaby and Juan made the places come alive with historical and other nuggets of information, and our drivers (Hernan, Mauricio, Edgardo)... Read more

We had an excellent experience with Chaska tour. Michael was flexible and prompt in attending to our requests. The various guides were excellent (Maria Rosa, Chef Lili, Oedro and Emmanuel, and guides Sarah and Meilein from 321 Colombia culinary experience packed humor with insights into indigenous knowledge and ecoethical approach to food), Alex, Doriel, Gaby and Juan made the places come alive with historical and other nuggets of information, and our drivers (Hernan, Mauricio, Edgardo) were very safe drivers and engaging with conversation. The trip to Palengue was especially memorable with Gleidys providing very good cultural information. The food at Palengue was fantastic as was the food in almost all restaurants that we ate in. Overall a lovely set of memories. Thanks very much

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

Very thoughtfully done by Maria Jose and her team and Chef Lili, Pedro and Emmanuel. We learnt a lot about indigenous knowledges and agroecological concerns around food. Great job 321 Colombia!!

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Visit to San Basilio de Palenque
Visit to San Basilio de Palenque
Cartagena

A must see for anyone interested in Colombian society and history. The memorial to Biohó who led the escape of slaves, and the tour of the village ahowed ua the resilience of AfroColombians. Our trip was topped with one of the tastiest meals at the village.

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Medellín Transformation Tour
Medellín Transformation Tour
Medellín

The trip to Communa 13 was moving.

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Local specialist: Michael Gold
Michael
Michael Gold
Local specialist in San Agustín, Huila, Colombia | Replied on Mar 25, 2024

Dear Murli,
Thank you very much for your detailed feedback on your Colombian experience! I'm thrilled to hear that you had an excellent time and that your guides and drivers, all contributed to making your trip memorable. It's wonderful to know that they provided insightful information and made the places come alive for you. We are especially glad to hear that your trip to Palenque was so memorable and interesting.
We hope these memories stay with you for a long time. If you ever decide to explore more, we'd love to welcome you back.
Warm regards,
Michael & The Chaska Tours Team