Kimkim Trip Reviews for Indonesia

4.9
Based on 45 ratings
Read 45 verified reviews by travelers who booked their trip on kimkim. You can also read reviews about kimkim on 3rd party sites including Google, TrustPilot and Yelp.

Both Specialist and Driver Just Aaaamazing!
Indonesia | May 3 - May 9, 2023

Henry
Henry H.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on May 19, 2023

Our Specialist: Theresa
Theresa was so awesome from the beginning! As someone who lives in Bali herself, she was able to give us honest opinion on what the places are about and how long the wait time would be for pictures, and from there we were able to easily determine if it's worth our time. She created a perfect itinerary exactly what we wanted and covers all the things we wanted to see, even planned a small secret birthday celebration and massage for my gf and her best friend. Throughout... read more

Our Specialist: Theresa
Theresa was so awesome from the beginning! As someone who lives in Bali herself, she was able to give us honest opinion on what the places are about and how long the wait time would be for pictures, and from there we were able to easily determine if it's worth our time. She created a perfect itinerary exactly what we wanted and covers all the things we wanted to see, even planned a small secret birthday celebration and massage for my gf and her best friend. Throughout the trip she always check up on us to make sure the trip is going as planned and that we're satisfied with everything! She is definitely the best specialist we could ask for on this Bali trip!

Our Driver: Agung
Agung from the very first time we met him, he's always with a smile. Despite driving us all day he never says no to any of our request if we all of a sudden need to go somewhere. No matter how early how late, he's always at the spot way early ready to take us on our everyday journey. He used to be a tour guide, so that's a huge bonus! He was able to suggest us different hidden spots and other things to explore on the go, but at the same time totally respect what we want. And that really made our already perfect trip even more perfect!! Not only that, he genuinely cares about us. In the middle one of us not feeling well he would go out of his way to find medicine for us, with his own money! Or provide whatever he had on him, like vitamins or cough drops. He was like a Bali dad to us taking care of us for 7 day straight which made this trip that much more special! We would always ask him to eat lunch and dinner with us, he didn't even try to take advantage, hed always say he's full or that's too expensive he doesn't want us to treat. We always have to force him haha. When we arrive at airport on departure day, we all even teared up a little that our journey with Agung came to an end. He is such a special driver that I'll never forget!

Theresa and Agung are both amazing that made our trip so wonderful!! I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for an unforgettable Bali trip!!!

Hotel Reviews
Arkamara Dijiwa Ubud

You would not believe where this hotel is, the road leading to it is so tiny and hidden, but that makes it so surprising when you get to the hotel! So pretty and relaxing! Living in the jungle with beautiful infinity pool in the middle! Never stayed at any hotel like this! The breakfast so special and pretty we look forward to it every morning! Staff are all so great and friendly. Always doing their best to accommodate whatever you request! Wonderful hotel!

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Maya Sanur Resort & Spa
Sanur, Bali

Only bummer was we only stayed one night. Beautiful hotel with amazing buffet breakfast right next to the beach. Room was so spacious and pretty. The infinity pool was so beautiful that faces the beach and ocean. Definitely wanna come back to this hotel to stay a bit more next time. They also have bikes for you to ride around and just a little walk or ride you get to this street with lots of little shops to buy souvenirs and money exchange, it was nice!

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Local specialist: Theresa Unterluggauer

Theresa was fantastic! We only started planni...
Indonesia | Apr 16 - Apr 29, 2023

Megan
Megan C.
North Tustin, CA | Reviewed on May 07, 2023

Theresa was fantastic! We only started planning this trip about 3 weeks before we planned to go, and she made it happen. She gave us a great first draft of our itinerary based on the online survey we took, and then helped us to fine tune it until our trip was exactly what we wanted. She understood the vibe we were going for, the mix of activities, and then when we were in Bali, she checked on us almost every day. We loved the cultural experience in Sideman, the sunrise hike up Mount Batur, ... read more

Theresa was fantastic! We only started planning this trip about 3 weeks before we planned to go, and she made it happen. She gave us a great first draft of our itinerary based on the online survey we took, and then helped us to fine tune it until our trip was exactly what we wanted. She understood the vibe we were going for, the mix of activities, and then when we were in Bali, she checked on us almost every day. We loved the cultural experience in Sideman, the sunrise hike up Mount Batur, the scuba diving in Gili Air, and the beach hopping around Bukit Peninsula. She also surprised us with massages at two of our hotels! Also, a big shout out to our driver Bagus - he was always on time and very fun to get to know! He answered all our questions about Bali and Indonesia and even taught us some phrases in both languages. After this trip, we want to go back! And would definitely want to work with Theresa and Bagus again if we could :)

Hotel Reviews
Arkamara Dijiwa Ubud

Beautiful property with fantastic staff! About 20 minutes from Ubud centre, but the hotel offers a free shuttle to/from throughout the day.

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Atoll Haven Gili Air

Beautiful, peaceful, private property. Perfect for a honeymoon. Owner and staff were friendly and helpful. Room came with bikes, which was nice since the property is about 15 minutes from the town center.

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Le Yanandra Resort Bali

We loved our 2-bedroom villa! Beautiful indoor and outdoor living spaces. The hotel offered breakfast served in the room so we did that every morning. Our only critiques are the bugs - lots of ants and spiders, particularly in our bathroom. And also, the neighborhood dogs and roosters were loud throughout the day. The latter didn’t bother us too much, but that could bother other guests. Also, the location is a bit far from shops and restaurants. You’ll either need to rent a motorbike (we did this) or the hotel can also arrange taxi rides for you, but that can get pricey.

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Local specialist: Theresa Unterluggauer
Theresa
Theresa Unterluggauer
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on May 08, 2023

Hello Megan,
thank you so much for your cute words. It was my pleasure to plan your honeymoon together with you :) Feel free to reach out to me any time. I wish you the best for the your future together!

Sunny greetings from Bali,
Theresa

Perfect trip customized to our interests
Indonesia | Apr 13 - Apr 23, 2023

Rebekah
Rebekah U.
Seattle, WA | Reviewed on May 02, 2023

Ana and the team at Shanti helped us plan and book a phenomenal trip through Bali! She had all the local knowledge needed to help us customize our itinerary to our interests and prioritize activities that worked for us. She set us up with amazing local guides, including our driver for the week (Rusna!), a trail guide on Mt. Batur, and a guide through the highlights of Ubud. Most importantly, she was an on the ground, local contact available throughout our trip to answer questions and help us... read more

Ana and the team at Shanti helped us plan and book a phenomenal trip through Bali! She had all the local knowledge needed to help us customize our itinerary to our interests and prioritize activities that worked for us. She set us up with amazing local guides, including our driver for the week (Rusna!), a trail guide on Mt. Batur, and a guide through the highlights of Ubud. Most importantly, she was an on the ground, local contact available throughout our trip to answer questions and help us with any changes. Highly recommend the KimKim custom planning experience broadly and Ana and her Shanti team specifically!

Hotel Reviews
De Moksha Eco Friendly Boutique Resort
Tabanan

Gorgeous grounds, great food, and exceptional staff. Loved it!

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Beautiful, scenic grounds but not located near other amenities. Felt isolated.
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Arkamara Dijiwa Ubud

Beautiful grounds, super helpful staff, and comfortable room. They provided a shuttle to central Ubud during regular hours and had special agreements with approved taxis that they could book on our behalf in off hours. The front desk was always accessible via WhatsApp.

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La Joya Biu Biu Resort
Jimbaran

Gorgeous, cliff side location. Drinks and extra amenities were a bit expensive compared to other places, but overall experience was positive.

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A/C in our room was hit and miss and the room was definitely "rustic."
Activity Reviews
Experience Ubud VW Safari Car Tour
Ubud, Bali

Superb driver who customized the day trip to our interests...and also took fantastic photos (an unexpected bonus!)!

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Sunrise trek to Mount Batur
Indonesia

Tough climb with gorgeous views!

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Visit Goa Gajah Cave
Indonesia

This was a super super touristy place. As one of our first popular temple visits we did, we weren't aware and equipped to stop a guy from coercing us into a tour and insisting on payment at the end. We felt trapped in a guided tour we didn't actually ask for and in a show of performative religion that didn't feel respectful to the actual roots of the place.

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Visit the UNESCO Jatiluwih Ricefield
Indonesia

One of our favorite stops on the trip! An absolutely gorgeous walk through rice terraces with scenic mountain views beyond. We would have loved to spend more time enjoying this place!

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Local specialist: Ana Bicanic
Ana
Ana Bicanic
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on May 03, 2023

Hello dear Rebekah!

Thank You so much for the kind words! They mean a lot!
I am also very grateful for having you and Amy as guests, because you were so easy going, you knew exactly what you wanted since you've done your research and you trusted me! Thank You!

I will pass the note to Rusna and we hope to see you in Indonesia again!

I love the pictures!!!

All the best,
Ana

Thank you KimKim
Indonesia | Apr 2 - Apr 23, 2023

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Spencer S.
North Adams, MA | Reviewed on May 01, 2023

Our trip to Indonesia was a true reprieve from the stresses of regular life, a perfect vacation. Our KimKim specialist Ana organized several lovely events for us but also maintained a comfortable flexibility, listening well and helping us refund things when our energy wasn't up to the big tasks. In particular, our driver throughout the trip, Parma, was one of the kindest, most splendid humans we have ever met and want him to get as much praise possible for hosting us so well. The Komodo... read more

Our trip to Indonesia was a true reprieve from the stresses of regular life, a perfect vacation. Our KimKim specialist Ana organized several lovely events for us but also maintained a comfortable flexibility, listening well and helping us refund things when our energy wasn't up to the big tasks. In particular, our driver throughout the trip, Parma, was one of the kindest, most splendid humans we have ever met and want him to get as much praise possible for hosting us so well. The Komodo Island boat cruise stood out as a spectacular highlight of the trip (we saw Komodo dragons, Mantas, turtles, soft coral, and unreal sunsets). Our guide Tony also stood out as a spectacular and knowledgable friend.

Local specialist: Ana Bicanic
Ana
Ana Bicanic
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on May 26, 2023

Hello dear Spencer!

Thank you so much for your kind words!
You and Nicole were really great guests and everyone in the team can confirm! It was very pleasant working with you and we hope to see you again on one of our destinations!
I will pass the comments to Parma and Tony as well!

Best Regards,
Ana

Great holiday!
Indonesia | Apr 12 - Apr 27, 2023

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Neville B.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Apr 28, 2023

Our driver Komang was always very helpful and professional

Local specialist: Marc Urban
Marc
Marc Urban
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on May 01, 2023

Hi Neville and Sue,

Thank you for your feedback; we hope to see you again in Indonesia.

Best wishes,
Marc

Ana was outstanding.
Indonesia | Apr 13 - Apr 23, 2023

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Amy M.
SeaTac, WA | Reviewed on Apr 26, 2023

Ana was outstanding. While planning, she listened to us and what we had research and helped us with local knowledge. Despite the 15 hour time difference, she was quick to respond.
Once we arrived, she met us at our hotel to welcome us and confirm our schedule. She was available during our whole trip for random questions, even as small as bug spray brand.
She was kind and communicative. Our trip was much richer because of her help. read more

Ana was outstanding. While planning, she listened to us and what we had research and helped us with local knowledge. Despite the 15 hour time difference, she was quick to respond.
Once we arrived, she met us at our hotel to welcome us and confirm our schedule. She was available during our whole trip for random questions, even as small as bug spray brand.
She was kind and communicative. Our trip was much richer because of her help.

Local specialist: Ana Bicanic
Ana
Ana Bicanic
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on May 03, 2023

Dear Amy,

Thank you for such a wonderful review!
I loved meeting you and you girls were the perfect guests!

I hope we will have an opportunity to plan together again in future!

I wish you all the best in your exploring myself era!

Warmest Regards,
Ana

Amazing experience
Indonesia | Apr 8 - Apr 23, 2023

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Matteo R.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Apr 24, 2023

Our trip was based on Sumatra, Java and Bali. The organisation was impeccable, everything worked very well. We felt safe, treated well and we knew the plan well. All the guides we had were very friendly, competent and knowledgeable. We had many activities and everything was done in details. We enjoyed every single day. A special thank you to Myriam that organised an incredible trip and she has been always available and caring. This is an highly recommended trip.

Local specialist: Myriam Benmhaya
Myriam
Myriam Benmhaya
Local specialist in Bali, Indonesia | Replied on May 03, 2023

Thank you to both of you for your trust, it was a pleasure to organize your trip and I am happy that you enjoyed our beautiful islands!
Myriam

Our honeymoon was amazing due to the amazing ...
Indonesia | Apr 8 - Apr 16, 2023

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Daniel K.
Fremont, CA | Reviewed on Apr 23, 2023

Our honeymoon was amazing due to the amazing services that were provided by Kim Kim and their services held by Alisha. She was able to answer all of our questions and provide us with a driver that made our experience very comfortable. Our driver and contact always made us feel comfortable and allowed to relax and enjoy our honeymoon. read more

Our honeymoon was amazing due to the amazing services that were provided by Kim Kim and their services held by Alisha. She was able to answer all of our questions and provide us with a driver that made our experience very comfortable. Our driver and contact always made us feel comfortable and allowed to relax and enjoy our honeymoon.

Hotel Reviews
Adiwana Arya Villas Ubud - CHSE Certified
Ubud
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The Angkal Resort Nusa Penida Bali
Bali
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Puri Santrian
Denpasar
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Activity Reviews
Monkey Forest, Goa Gajah Cave and Sacred Springs of Tirta Empul
Indonesia
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Experience Balinese day in Sidemen
Indonesia
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Family excursion to the most beautiful beaches of West Nusa Penida
Indonesia
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Family Adventure: Spot manta rays on a snorkeling trip in Nusa Penida
Nusa Penida
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Bukit Beach Tour & Ketcak Dance Show
Sanur, Bali
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Local specialist: Alisha Estevez
Alisha
Alisha Estevez
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on Apr 24, 2023

Hello Evelyn & Daniel :-)
Thank you very much for the good feedback.
I am still super sorry that you could not make the snorkel trip I have planned for you regarding the weather situation.
I hope you will remember for long your honeymoon trip and maybe will come one day back to Indonesia!
Wish you all the best,
Alisha

We had a fantastic time on out rip to Bali. ...
Indonesia | Mar 12 - Mar 21, 2023

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Alan M.
Myrtle Beach, SC | Reviewed on Mar 28, 2023

We had a fantastic time on out rip to Bali. The plan that was put together by Marc at KimKim, allowed us to do everything on our wish list (Haige a volcano at sunrise, white water rafting, great bike ride with a local guide, snorkeling and many cultural activities). Our driver that was with use throughout the trip was exceptional and all the activities were well coordinated.
Thank You for n amazing experience.

Local specialist: Marc Urban
Marc
Marc Urban
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on Apr 18, 2023

Hi Alan,

It was our pleasure to prepare the trip with you; thank you for your feedback!

We do hope to see you back in Indonesia soon!

Best wishes,
Marc

A 'must go back soon' experience! Bali rocks!
Indonesia | Feb 21 - Mar 3, 2023

Paul
Paul F.
Canada | Reviewed on Mar 11, 2023

A 'must go back soon' experience! From the moment we sent the initial enquiry to KimKim, through to the final drop off at the departure airport, we knew we had made the right decision!
Theresa (and rest of team in Bali when she was on vacation) made us feel 'at home', relaxed and confident we would enjoy the trip.
Our driver/guide Padma was amazing; we got to know him very well. Polite, safe driver and respectful of our privacy if we just wanted to wander by... read more

A 'must go back soon' experience! From the moment we sent the initial enquiry to KimKim, through to the final drop off at the departure airport, we knew we had made the right decision!
Theresa (and rest of team in Bali when she was on vacation) made us feel 'at home', relaxed and confident we would enjoy the trip.
Our driver/guide Padma was amazing; we got to know him very well. Polite, safe driver and respectful of our privacy if we just wanted to wander by ourselves
Highlights...many...but highly recommend the Morning Sunrise Trek (awesome guide from #ikakomangfrombali (on IG)); jungle trek to the eco-cafe, where you can grind and roast your own coffee beans in front of spectacular waterfall!; the Monkey Forest is a must...yes it may be a little touristy, but you have to go. Amazing creatures!; Bali cooking class was exceptional...we had private class (Vegan) and was superb host. Not just the cooking but history and culture of Balinese family and house (#ubadubudbali); and then the rice fields...so many to see and you get to walk around (short or long walk) one of the most spectacular in the country; temples! do not be surprised with how many temples there are...we spent quality time at probably 4 or 5 and each had a different history...make sure you have someone like Padma to make sense of it all!
Plenty of other things to see...even the beaches in Santur are nice; peaceful and great for kids/families...we didn't go to the other side to see the surfers!
So, all in all best experience we can remember AND the Balinese are just so sincerely friendly

Activity Review
Climb Mount Batur at Sunrise
Iran

Excellent...our tour guide was amazing. She was attentive, gauged our ability to hike and adjusted pace accordingly! #ikakomangfrombali

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Local specialist: Theresa Unterluggauer

We had an amazing time in Bali. Marc helped m...
Indonesia | Mar 1 - Mar 8, 2023

Erin
Erin M.
Providence, RI | Reviewed on Mar 09, 2023

We had an amazing time in Bali. Marc helped me plan a custom trip at exactly the pace and level of investment we were looking for. The hotels he suggested were just perfection. Tejaprana in Ubud was absolutely phenomenal. I wish we could have stayed another week in that hotel alone- exactly what you picture when you think Bali and the food and staff were just beyond. Taman Sari in Pemuteran and our snorkel trip with Nyoman on West Bali Extreme were wonderful. We saw on a ton of unique things... read more

We had an amazing time in Bali. Marc helped me plan a custom trip at exactly the pace and level of investment we were looking for. The hotels he suggested were just perfection. Tejaprana in Ubud was absolutely phenomenal. I wish we could have stayed another week in that hotel alone- exactly what you picture when you think Bali and the food and staff were just beyond. Taman Sari in Pemuteran and our snorkel trip with Nyoman on West Bali Extreme were wonderful. We saw on a ton of unique things thanks to his keen eye. Marc’s suggestion of Setia for dinner was a win, best food we had on the island. And finally staying at Wapa De Ume in Sidemen left us feeling we were in a dream. Everyday our amazing driver Edi got us safely and quickly to our destinations with a smile and some insight on local culture. He got us to each ticket booth and stop we wanted to make sure we were in the right place. We spent a lot of time in his Van and it was always comfy, clean and cool with water and umbrellas if we needed. Thank you for giving us this taste of Indonesia, we know who to call when we are ready to come back!

Local specialist: Marc Urban
Marc
Marc Urban
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on Mar 23, 2023

Hi Erin,

Thank you for your feedback; it was great to prepare the trip with you; I'm glad you tried the food in Warung Setia! It is indeed a hidden gem.

We are ready to welcome you back!

Best wishes,
Marc

Java - 10 day trip
Indonesia | Feb 10 - Feb 20, 2023

Maureen
Maureen M.
Canada | Reviewed on Feb 28, 2023

We did a 10 day Java trip and it was amazing. Marc organized our drivers and hotels and activities and we loved all of it! Our drivers, Purwol and Sholi were excellent and very safe. We were well looked after and the hotels we stayed at were lovely. We climbed Mt. Ijen, Mt. Bromo and visited numerous temples. We went bike riding, experienced waterfalls and had a really fun time. Marc was excellent at helping plan and we can't say enough about how helpful he was on our trip with getting... read more

We did a 10 day Java trip and it was amazing. Marc organized our drivers and hotels and activities and we loved all of it! Our drivers, Purwol and Sholi were excellent and very safe. We were well looked after and the hotels we stayed at were lovely. We climbed Mt. Ijen, Mt. Bromo and visited numerous temples. We went bike riding, experienced waterfalls and had a really fun time. Marc was excellent at helping plan and we can't say enough about how helpful he was on our trip with getting back to us with any questions we had. He even arranged for a doctor to come to our hotel when we needed to see one. We can highly recommend Marc and Kimkim Travel. They make going on trips easy and fun!!

Hotel Review
Ijen Resort and Villas
Banyuwangi

Beautiful location. Our room was very clean and quite large. Facilities were very nice, large open restaurant and very nice staff.

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The views are amazing, not close to other restaurants.
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Local specialist: Marc Urban
Marc
Marc Urban
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on Mar 23, 2023

Hi Maureen,

It was great fun to prepare the trip and share the experiences with you! We will always remember Bumbak.

Best,
Marc

Marc was great to work with in our trip plann...
Indonesia | Feb 7 - Feb 16, 2023

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Elizabeth I.
Brockton, MA | Reviewed on Feb 23, 2023

Marc was great to work with in our trip planning. He was open to providing more options for tours or lodging if anything was not a best fit. Additionally he answered lots of questions we had about itineraries, cultural norms, and made sure we knew who would be meeting at each trip stage and provided contact information for all drivers, and hotels, etc. I would highly recommend his services to others as his Bali knowledge was extremely helpful.

Our driver Jerry was was kind and helpful... read more

Marc was great to work with in our trip planning. He was open to providing more options for tours or lodging if anything was not a best fit. Additionally he answered lots of questions we had about itineraries, cultural norms, and made sure we knew who would be meeting at each trip stage and provided contact information for all drivers, and hotels, etc. I would highly recommend his services to others as his Bali knowledge was extremely helpful.

Our driver Jerry was was kind and helpful and was flexible to adding or changing any stops or plans we had made. He was open to answering lots of questions about Bali and made us feel welcome and safe at all times.

Thank you!

Local specialist: Marc Urban
Marc
Marc Urban
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on Mar 23, 2023

Hi Elizabeth,

Thank you for your feedback! A pleasure to share my knowledge with you.

Jerry sends his best!

See you soon,
Marc

A Honeymoon Miracle Trip
Indonesia | Jul 22 - Aug 12, 2022

Ben
Ben C.
Bellingham, WA | Reviewed on Feb 08, 2023

We have only amazing things to say about our experience with Alisha and the trip she planned for us. We first started planning our honeymoon by ourselves and quickly got overwhelmed by planning a 3 week trip to the south or southeast pacific having no experience in the region. We reached out to KimKim and Alisha had an incredible 3 week itinerary across Java, Bali, and the Komodo Islands to us in a week or less. She was super responsive to our requests for changes or alternatives and came up... read more

We have only amazing things to say about our experience with Alisha and the trip she planned for us. We first started planning our honeymoon by ourselves and quickly got overwhelmed by planning a 3 week trip to the south or southeast pacific having no experience in the region. We reached out to KimKim and Alisha had an incredible 3 week itinerary across Java, Bali, and the Komodo Islands to us in a week or less. She was super responsive to our requests for changes or alternatives and came up with so many wonderful options. To put the icing on Alisha and KimKim's cake, they were able to rebook our entire trip for two weeks later after me and my new wife contracted COVID after our wedding.

We ended up with the most magical trip including exploring millennia-old temples, climbing a volcano, snorkeling some of the most incredible reefs we've ever seen, surfing a few outstanding breaks, exploring some amazing waterfalls, racing buggies through the jungle, cooking authentic Indonesian food, and cruising an island archipelago to see Komodo dragons. They hit some of the popular highlights but also found some fantastic lesser-known and less crowded places for us to really soak in the local scenery, food, and culture. At every place they had us staying at the most incredible hotels and it all cost less than expected, even with KimKim's service charges. They even arranged for drivers for us throughout the trip across three different islands and English-speaking guides where it counted.

Especially for a honeymoon, KimKim was worth the money and so much more. If you're questioning whether or not KimKim is worth it, don't. IT IS!

Hotel Reviews
Puri Dajuma Beach Eco-Resort & Spa - CHSE Certified
Pekutatan
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Nadira Bali Resort & Villa
Authenticity & Character
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Cleanliness & Comfort
La Joya Biu Biu Resort
Jimbaran
Authenticity & Character
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Private cruise trip in Komodo National Park
Labuan Bajo, Indonesia
Authenticity & Character
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Experience Snorkeling in Menjangan
Pemuteran, Bali
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Experience Balinese Cooking Class
Ubud, Bali
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Food
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Haunted Valley Waterfall Expedition
Munduk, Bali
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Local specialist: Alisha Estevez
Alisha
Alisha Estevez
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on Feb 20, 2023

Hello Lauren & Ben,

thank you for your feedback!

I am very happy that you had such a great honeymoon trip. I hope that you will think of Indonesia for a long time to come and hopefully come back here some day.

Best,

Alisha

Indonesian Honeymoon!
Indonesia | Dec 28 - Jan 4, 2023

Kelsey
Kelsey S.
Lindenwold, NJ | Reviewed on Jan 12, 2023

My husband had the most amazing time in Indonesia. We got to go on so many different adventures! I will never forget the Ijen Volcano hike to the elusive blue flame. And our boat cruise around Komoda National Park to see Komodo dragons was unforgettable! We seriously did things that most people never even dream of.... And our tour guides, as always, were fabulous! read more

My husband had the most amazing time in Indonesia. We got to go on so many different adventures! I will never forget the Ijen Volcano hike to the elusive blue flame. And our boat cruise around Komoda National Park to see Komodo dragons was unforgettable! We seriously did things that most people never even dream of.... And our tour guides, as always, were fabulous!

Hotel Reviews
Plataran Bromo
Wonokitri

Absolutely incredible hotel and ride to the top of the mountain. I'll never forget our breakfast above the clouds. The views were insane. I wish we had more time there!

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You can't even begin to realize where you're going until you get there!
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Ijen Resort and Villas
Banyuwangi

Incredible hotel and incredible views. Staff and food was amazing. I wish we had more time there!

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Wapa di Ume Ubud
Ubud, Gianyar, Bali

We had the best NYE here! The NYE party at the hotel was so fun and so authentic. And we even had our own private pool in our villa. The resort grounds are to die for. Staff was amazing. Get the bubur ayam for breakfast! Best stay ever!

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Private cruise trip in Komodo National Park
Labuan Bajo, Indonesia
Authenticity & Character
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Cleanliness & Comfort
Gending Kedis
Jimbaran

Gorgeous resort. We had a two-story villa with a private pool! I wish we had more time there!

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Activity Reviews
Explore Mount Bromo
Mount Bromo, East Java
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Hike to the Top of Mount Ijen Volcano
Ijen, East Java

Nothing like I anticipated but worth every moment!

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Transfer to Ubud
Indonesia
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Liveaboard Cruise: Discover Flores & Komodo
Komodo Island
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Liveaboard Cruise: Komodo dragons, beaches, snorkelling and manta rays
Komodo Island

The park is incredibly beautiful! Snorkeling was awesome.

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Liveaboard Cruise - Departure Day
Indonesia
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Local specialist: Marc Urban
Marc
Marc Urban
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on Jan 28, 2023

Hi Kelsey,

Thank you for your feedback; we are glad that you enjoyed your trip and had a wonderful time!
It was a pleasure to prepare the trip with you both!

We hope to see you back in Indonesia soon!

PS: The crew from Flores sends you all the best!

Best wishes,
Marc

Amazing Indonesian Adventure
Indonesia | Dec 28 - Jan 4, 2023

Jon
Jon P.
Cherry Hill, NJ | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2023

This was an amazing adventure! We especially enjoyed all the interesting hotels we stayed along the way. A highlight to the trip was exploring the Ijen Crater and seeing Komodo dragons. The food experience was wonderful! All our guides were helpful. read more

This was an amazing adventure! We especially enjoyed all the interesting hotels we stayed along the way. A highlight to the trip was exploring the Ijen Crater and seeing Komodo dragons. The food experience was wonderful! All our guides were helpful.

Hotel Reviews
Plataran Bromo
Wonokitri

Incredible place! Would like to spend more time here.

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Ijen Resort and Villas
Banyuwangi

Amazing place! Would like to spend more time here

Authenticity & Character
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I’m
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Activity Reviews
Hike to the Top of Mount Ijen Volcano
Ijen, East Java

This was a highlight. Great guide! Excellent hike and got to see the blue flame

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Liveaboard Cruise: Komodo dragons, beaches, snorkelling and manta rays
Komodo Island

This was another highlight to our trip! Great crew on the boat!

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Local specialist: Marc Urban
Marc
Marc Urban
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on Jan 11, 2023

Hi Jon & Kelsey,

Thank you for your review; we wish you a happy new year and we hope to see you soon back in Indonesia!

Best,
Marc

The kindest people in the world surrounded by breathtaking nature
Indonesia | Oct 20 - Nov 4, 2022

Judith
Judith D.
Belgium | Reviewed on Nov 22, 2022

When thinking back on our adventures in Indonesia only superlatives come to my mind.
First attempts to make the itinerary were done via local Belgian travel agents. Very soon I found out that these lead to the same things over and over again. But then after googling some more I found KimKim. Never heard of them before but as huge US travel fans attracted by the fact they are HQ-ed in Chicago. after indicating our preferred destination and wishes we came in contact with Marc. oh gosh, this... read more

When thinking back on our adventures in Indonesia only superlatives come to my mind.
First attempts to make the itinerary were done via local Belgian travel agents. Very soon I found out that these lead to the same things over and over again. But then after googling some more I found KimKim. Never heard of them before but as huge US travel fans attracted by the fact they are HQ-ed in Chicago. after indicating our preferred destination and wishes we came in contact with Marc. oh gosh, this was a winner!! From the first moment Marc "listened" to our wishes and was thinking with us. The connection was there from the beginning and step by step he managed to set out the lines for our itinerary. I suppose there were times when he was pulling his hair because we wanted another change, another hotel ..... He never gave us the idea he was done with it, always there to adapt and to help.
We could reach him at any time before, during and after the trip. He is a true diamond for any organization so KimKim I can only advise you to take care of this one! Good team members don't come in easily and frequently.
along our trip we were in contact and taken care of by many locals. We have talked to them for hours as we love to meet the true culture and spirit of a country. They were all good and very helpful. the most knowledgeable was definitely Lucy how thought us many things and was always a nice company.
One person stood out of the many! Jerry, our guide and driver in Bali definitely deserves to be mentioned in person. He is a true jewel to the world. To us he was one of the reasons that our time in Bali will never be forgotten! He pampered us as if he knew us for years! He was always there to lean a helping hand and go the extra mile. He handled according to every of our wishes. Even after getting back home, he asked if we arrived safely. I'm sure we will stay in contact with him and hear about his lovely family.
Reflecting today there were so many things that stood out. Our main focus was nature. We were impressed every day by what each island has to offer. from Oeran-outangs over elephants to stunning sunrises, pink beaches and sunset dances by flying foxes!
We are more than grateful that we were among the happy people having the chance in life to discover this true paradise on earth.
Though our eyes and ears were spoiled on a daily basis what will stay forever as the deepest impression was the friendliness and kindness of the Indonesian people. No matter the island, no matter the religion .... they can teach the world on how to live together. We will never forget those smiles and helping hands.
Thanks to all that made this trip a memory for life!
For those that would love to see some pictures feel free to look on instagram/ judithdebrus

Local specialist: Marc Urban
Marc
Marc Urban
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on Dec 09, 2022

Dear Judith,

Thank you very much for your feedback and all the details; it was my pleasure to prepare the itinerary together and talk about it during your trip, but mostly it was great to get to know you and your family!

Keep in touch, and hopefully see you soon!

Best wishes,
Marc

Overall, I really enjoyed my visit to Indones...
Indonesia | Oct 10 - Oct 25, 2022

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Jane T.
Kensington, NY | Reviewed on Nov 01, 2022

Overall, I really enjoyed my visit to Indonesia. Being a first time visitor, I thought I saw a good intersection of the country. My favorite places were the jungles of Sumatra, seeing the volcanoes around Mt. Bromo and just relaxing at the beach.

What I would improve is some of the sequencing. The first half of the trip was pretty aggressive, with early wake ups at 1-3AM to get a sunrise. With varying weather conditions, some of this was less than ideal. I also had some flight... read more

Overall, I really enjoyed my visit to Indonesia. Being a first time visitor, I thought I saw a good intersection of the country. My favorite places were the jungles of Sumatra, seeing the volcanoes around Mt. Bromo and just relaxing at the beach.

What I would improve is some of the sequencing. The first half of the trip was pretty aggressive, with early wake ups at 1-3AM to get a sunrise. With varying weather conditions, some of this was less than ideal. I also had some flight cancellations causing a lot of last minute running around. Marc was great at changing the schedule for the latter half of the trip to accomodate though.

In addition, some hotels although listed as 4 star, were definitely not as great. Definitely do your research if you're looking for better accommodations.

Hotel Reviews
Ecolodge Bukit Lawang
Bukit Lawang

Great experience and food!

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Location
Staff
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FM7 Resort Hotel Jakarta
Tangerang, Banten

The hotel had a lot of guests that were knocking on people's doors late in the night. The food was sub-par with no real Indonesian food in the hotel.

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The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta - MGallery Collection
Yogyakarta

Food at breakfast was great. The location was also great, however the hotel quality was lacking. The couches were stained and the bathroom had a lot of black grout.

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Plataran Bromo
Wonokitri

Loved this hotel. The overall space was beautiful. Service was incredible and it was easy to arrange services.

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Mimpi Resort Menjangan - CHSE Certified
Pejarakan

I loved Mimpi. The rooms were really unique. The food was great and the location for snorkeling was also amazing.

Bangsring Breeze
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The Sun of Granary
Gianyar – Bali

I had an ant infestation in this hotel and had to get things cleaned and my room moved. It was also off of Ubud center.

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La Joya Biu Biu Resort
Jimbaran

Overall great stay. The food was catered to more of a western audience though.

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Activity Reviews
Trek in the jungle - Meet the Orangutans
Indonesia
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Visit Borobudur Temple
Yogyakarta

Couldn't go to the top. I wish we knew this ahead of the trip!

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Visit Prambanan Temple Complex
Yogyakarta

Couldn't go to the top, I wish I knew this ahead of the trip.

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Explore Mount Bromo
Mount Bromo, East Java
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Hike to the Top of Mount Ijen Volcano
Ijen, East Java

Got rained out although we hiked to the top. It was the right decision to turn around, but a bit of a shame.

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Snorkeling around Menjangan Island
Indonesia
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Transfer to Ubud
Indonesia
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Visit a local market & enjoy a cooking class
Ubud, Bali
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Cultural Immersion and traditions at Rumah Desa
Indonesia
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Local specialist: Marc Urban
Marc
Marc Urban
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on Nov 21, 2022

Dear Jane,

Thank you for your feedback; the first part of the trip could indeed be a bit strong due to the times and early mornings; I do hope it was worth the experience and glad that you could also rest at the end of the beachside.

Best,
Marc

The trip was excellent. The planning was smart.
Indonesia | Oct 10 - Oct 24, 2022

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Avi S.
Cupertino, CA | Reviewed on Oct 31, 2022

The trip was excellent. The planning was smart and thoughtful. Marc suggested traveling to Sumatra which was a good call. He suggested doing the activities in the first part of the trip and allowing for some days to rest at the end. He was right. We needed to rest on the last day after all the interesting activities that we experienced along the way.
Marc booked us into great hotels and planned an interesting trip that included Urang Utan watching in Sumatra, Volcano climbing in Java,... read more

The trip was excellent. The planning was smart and thoughtful. Marc suggested traveling to Sumatra which was a good call. He suggested doing the activities in the first part of the trip and allowing for some days to rest at the end. He was right. We needed to rest on the last day after all the interesting activities that we experienced along the way.
Marc booked us into great hotels and planned an interesting trip that included Urang Utan watching in Sumatra, Volcano climbing in Java, visiting Unesco world heritage temples, snorkeling, and learning how villagers in Bali live.
The teams on the ground were punctual and reliable. They showed up on time

Marc was flexible and helped us reschedule the trip due to a family emergency two months prior to our departure. He also helped us deal with a last-minute cancelation of an internal flight by adjusting the schedule and hotel reservations.

I recommend Kimkim and Marc, the local agent in Indonesia. I would use Kimkim as my trip planning platform in the future.

Hotel Reviews
Ecolodge Bukit Lawang
Bukit Lawang

Nice hotel next to the jungle.

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The hotel rooms were comfortable and in line with nature.
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The Phoenix Hotel Yogyakarta - MGallery Collection
Yogyakarta

This hotel is historic and in the center of the city. The rooms were nice and clean. The bathroom in our room needed a little fix so we called a maintenance person for help.

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Jiwa Jawa bromo

great location, close to the mountain. The room was nice with a nice view.

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Ijen Resort and Villas
Banyuwangi

Nice resort with a nice restaurant. Great place in nature.

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Adi Assri Beach Resort & Spa - CHSE Certified
Pemuteran, Bali

Great location with nice rooms. Nice swimming pool and access to the beach. The room had an outdoor/indoor shower which is fun to take shower under the sky. Easy access to the snorkeling site and to good restaurants in the nearby village. Note: The Airconditioner could be better. We had to call maintenance to adjust it. The hotel is close to a mosque, and we were called for prayer at 4:50 am.

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The Sun of Granary
Gianyar – Bali

Great rooms, great stuff, and a nice dinner place. We had local artists perform every night of our stay.

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Location
out of the city among rice paddies.
Staff
shared with us their life and were very attentive.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Sudamala Resort, Sanur
Sanur Kauh, Denpasar Selatan, Kota Denpasar, Bali

The hotel is in a nice location and is in a secluded area. It is within walking distance from restaurants, shops, and the beach.

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Activity Reviews
Trek in the jungle - Meet the Orangutans
Indonesia

A great tour guide helped us spot wild life, including monkies and orang utans.

Quality of Experience
The guide was informative and showed us the nature
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
All were great
Transport
Visit Borobudur Temple
Yogyakarta
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Visit Prambanan Temple Complex
Yogyakarta
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Explore Mount Bromo
Mount Bromo, East Java

The weather was not good on the day that we visited but never the less it was a good experience.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
I wish we had a guide on this section of the trip and not only a driver to understand what we are seeing.
Transport
Hike to the Top of Mount Ijen Volcano
Ijen, East Java

The guide was great and took us to the best location possible. He gave us information to understand the mountain and its significance.

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Snorkeling around Menjangan Island
Indonesia

The location and guides were great. snorkeling was broken into two sessions of 45 minutes in two sites.

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
A very good guide explained and took care of us during the session. He also took pictures and shared them with us.
Transport
Transfer to Ubud
Indonesia

Nice trip.

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Visit a local market & enjoy a cooking class
Ubud, Bali

Nice experience

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Cultural Immersion and traditions at Rumah Desa
Indonesia

Very nice visit with good explanations. We learned a lot and also experienced life in a village.

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Mountain bike from Batur to Ubud
Indonesia

The cycling was supposed to be easy. However, a few factors caused it to be more challenging than expected. 1. Most of the ride was downhill and required us to hold the brakes. 2. Part of the ride was on roads (and not only on paths between rice paddies). The roads were busy, and we were not ready for it.

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Tibumana waterfall
Ubud, Bali

A short walk, a short waterfall, and not so impressive.

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Local specialist: Marc Urban
Marc
Marc Urban
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on Nov 21, 2022

Dear Avi and Anat,

I do love that you enjoyed Sumatra, one of my favorite places in Indonesia!

Thank you very much for your feedback and recommendation!

Best wishes,
Marc

Beautiful, memorable time spent in Indonesia
Indonesia | Oct 16 - Oct 21, 2022

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Linda S.
Darien, CT | Reviewed on Oct 22, 2022

Marc Urban, specialist and coordinator for my recent Indonesian travel is exceptional. I would rate him with additional stars. Marc went above and beyond throughout our planning process, addressing all the details, particular interests and needs. Marc is an exceptional and attentive communicator. Many thanks to him for a beautiful time spent in Indonesia. And thanks to guides Dian and Budi for teaching me so much. As well as, drivers Rifky and Edi. Their kindness is immeasurable. This is my... read more

Marc Urban, specialist and coordinator for my recent Indonesian travel is exceptional. I would rate him with additional stars. Marc went above and beyond throughout our planning process, addressing all the details, particular interests and needs. Marc is an exceptional and attentive communicator. Many thanks to him for a beautiful time spent in Indonesia. And thanks to guides Dian and Budi for teaching me so much. As well as, drivers Rifky and Edi. Their kindness is immeasurable. This is my second experience traveling via KimKim. It’s the way to go with custom travel.

Hotel Review
Wapa di Ume Ubud
Ubud, Gianyar, Bali

Beautiful natural grounds, calming environment. Accommodation was spacious, bright, clean and inviting. Bed had an attached mosquito net/curtain, which made it very attractive. Breakfast was exceptional.

Authenticity & Character
Everything.
Location
The hotel is set within a natural environment.
Staff
Welcoming, kind, helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Exceptional!
Local specialist: Marc Urban
Marc
Marc Urban
Local specialist in Bali | Replied on Nov 21, 2022

Hi Linda,

Thank you for your feedback, it was an absolute pleasure to prepare the itinerary with you, but mostly it was great to get to know you.

See you soon for more adventures,

Stay well!
Marc