Chimu Adventures

We went on the Aurora lights flight from Sydney, we didn’t have any problems with Chimu except we had to fly lazy Qantas to the lights. So much lack of service, we were dehydrated, they skipped one meal and were no where to be seen when you rang the call bell. The pilot spent most of the time taking 34 photos of the lights, going north south, where he could see them, instead of east west, so we didn’t even see them. You would think Qantas staff would be grateful to have work and pick up their act of non service for once

I was on a 3 week Antarctica/South Georgia/Falkland cruise during the Coronavirus. Our cruise had to be cancelled 1 week before the planned end. Not only that we missed one entire week, but leadership was also lacking. Even the expedition leader left before every other passenger with some other staff. Very bad crises management and poor communication. Chimu denies any kind of refund or compensation for the missing part. Leaves the cruise with a very bad aftertaste.

The Chimu representative forgot or lost papers we had to fill in. They were not good in communication and lack of experience. One of Chimu representatives brought their parents and just spend time with them. Not helpful =(

Very satisfied with my booking. Saulo Rodriquez was waiting waiting for us at the arrival gate. He then took us to the hotel and gave us orientation on what our schedule was. He handed all tickets we required for our tour and his contact deal should we require assistance. He also gave us warm tea which was to help us with altitude problems. Saulo was able anytime to assist and answer any questions we have. He is very punctual and professional. He was also there to see us off.

We had two awesome guide Shirley our city tour guide; historic sit...

My enquiry and quote for the Antarctica expedition and South American tours began May 2018 for travel in January/February 2019. I had heard a radio interview with Chimu Adventures, Latin America and Antarctica Specialists and phoned and received a quote for the expedition $8185 and Intrepid Peru $2680 and other South America destinations $4520. When I called in early June to make a deposit, having confirmed with two friends, who would be travelling with me, I was told the airfares would be an additional $7200 and a deposit of $7820 was required...

We are 10 days into a 34 day South America tour organised with Chimu. Our experiences thus far have been nothing short of fantastic. So much so we felt compelled to share our experiences in case you are considering using CHIMU.
Their professionalism, attention to detail, responsiveness and organisation is secind to none. You feel like you are being supported the whole way yet you are totally independent. The independence is what we liled. The hotels they have booked for us have been in great locations and exceeded our expectations given we boo...

I booked the trip of a lifetime - Antarctica - through Chimu. Clare listened to the extra bits I wanted added into the trip (pre- and post-tour) and delivered in spades. The itinerary was perfect, flight times very convenient for me, her chosen hotel locations felt safe (I travelled alone) and there was a lot packed into a very short time although I never felt like it was too much. Antarctica will cost you an arm and a leg - but if you're willing to spend it, contact Clare Russell at Chimu. You won't be disappointed.

We have recently completed a private tour of Argentina and Patagonia organised for us by Kieran at Chimu Adventures. There were a couple of hiccups along the way (including some confusion over one pickup) but other than that the tour and the arrangements could not be faulted. Above all, I would say that this trip was excellent value for money. Recommended.

We have travelled twice with Chimu Adventures, both trips have been nothing short of fantastic. The first one was in 2012 to Peru, where we travelled to Peru. It was amazing. Everything surpassed our expectations and their on ground service was to be applauded. More recently we travelled to Antarctica with them after finding a great deal there. The service we received from Clare in Sydney was wonderful, and the trip was nothing short of majestic. I have since recommended Chimu Adventures to 4 friends ALL of whom have had wonderful experiences.

21st January 2017
I am writing to make complaint about my experience with Chimu Adventures, “The South American Specialists”, in particular their Brisbane office. The itinerary and costing was completed by the Team Leader, Ben Alexander.
On the 20th April 2016, I received a phone call from Ben Alexander advising me he needed to upgrade our 4-day accommodation in Quito to the Hilton Colon Hotel at an extra cost of $230/person ($460 for my wife and I). I agreed to this and on the 23rd April 2016 made the payment in full of $24,708AUD.
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Chumps at Chimu Adventures
Chimu Adventures stoops to defame its customers: Beware
Recently we travelled to Antarctica on the MV Ushuaia on a cruise organised by the Australian travel
agent Chimu Adventures. We have been treated appallingly by Chimu Adventures who have sneakily
downgraded our cabin booking and then misled us further by dumping us in a cabin where the view
they claim was recently rendered unobscured, when it is still obscured. When we question things
they become aggressive, abuse and accuse us of a myriad dastardly deeds on board (after the event)
and threaten to sue us in court.
But the worst of it all though is that Chimu Adventures would stoop so low as to impugn and defame
a customer for a few bucks. ...