Karen
GBSouthern Explorations planned an amazing trip Southern Explorations planned an amazing trip for us!! Jonathan listened to what we wanted and made an exceptional itinerary. Everything went flawlessly! Pickups were prompt, the service at all the lodges was terrific, the choice of locations and lodges were perfect! Our guides were great, particularly Victor at Arenal. We were on the go practically every minute, tiring, but exhilarating! Ziplining, canyoneering, snorkeling, hiking, rafting, what a variety! Nayara upgraded us to a Rainforest Pool Villa, gorgeous, we think the bathroom alone was about 350 square feet! Definitely have to be hearty and adventurous for this itinerary, but we were up to the challenge and did great! Second Southern Explorations trip and would use them again for sure!
Kathleen
GBGreat Trip to the Galapagos Southern Explorations planned an amazing trip. They really think of everything including arranging hotel rooms for our lengthy layover between flights so we could rest and relax before our red-eye back home. All other accommodations were also really great. They were vey responsive to any questions or concerns both before and during the trip
Richard
GBFIVE STARS to Southern Exploration & Galapagos Marisa at Southern Explorations gave wonderful guidance to plan our Galapagos vacation. My wife and I are experienced travelers; however, traveling through Ecuador and aligned with the National Park operators definitely required proven experience! The Tip Top V crew was professional and welcoming, and our Park Guide, Nancy, was quite expert. We also benefitted from calm seas, perfect temperatures, and all flights “on-time”. Arriving a day in advance to enjoy Quito (and have a 24 hr buffer in case of delays) was great advice and our Quito hotel stay and old city tour very worthwhile. I did not appreciate Quito is 9,000’ elevation! Marisa and Southern Explorations arranged all the “pre” and “post” Galapagos stays and logistics and the on-site service for all was top notch. If you are in the mood to visit the Galapagos, certainly we give Marisa/Southern Explorations and Tip Top our highest recommendation.
Robin
AUAbsolutely perfect from start to finish! Our Southern Explorations experience was flawless, quite simply. From Marisa tailoring our experience to exactly what we wanted, to the lovely guides we met in every town,to the well organised activities and locations. We could not fault a thing in Ecuador, Argentina, and Chile. Everything went like clockwork, and we did exactly what we wanted to do. Special mention must be made of Santiago, our marvellous guide in Quito who went above and beyond. Thank you to everyone for our marvellous holiday. I would not hesitate to recommend them!
Tony
GBFrom arrival through departure… From arrival through departure everything went smoothly. Trip and accommodations met expectations.