Client Reviews
of Lost World Adventures
Excerpts from just some of the
rave reviews Lost World has enjoyed.
May 09 - Thanks for the great experience. We wanted to stay longer at each place we went - my idea of a perfect trip. We liked 
the location of our lodges and the dependability and knowledge of all the guides and escorts. Iit was wonderful to always know we were in good hands when we got off the airplane or onto tour. Ecuador, Quito (Dann Carlton), Galapagos, (Legend), Peru, (Lima (Costa del Sol), Cuzco (Posada Del Inca), and Machu Picchu (Sanctuary Lodge)) - Paul and Ann Rosenwald 
"[Our trip] exceeded our expectations. [We] would not take another trip to Central America without Lost World Adventures. Everything was as planned. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!" ~ Nicaragua, Montelimar(Montelimar Beach Resort), Corn IslandClub Paraiso), Gradada (Hotel La Gran Francia), Leon (Hotel La Posada del Doctor), and Managua (Hotel Europe))- April 09 ~ Mario and Jeannette Fonseca
"Thank you for another fantastic trip! Arrangements were flawless. All the guides were excellent." ~ Peru, (Lima (Hotel Jose Antonio), Cuzco (Posada Del Inca), Machu Picchu (Sanctuary Lodge), and Amazon (Posada Amazonas))~ March 09 ~ Srikanth Damaraju MD FACC
"The sights kept getting better and better. After Iguacu we asked ourselves, how do you beat this? Then we walked among the penguins in Valdes, and it was absolutely unbelievable! Then the mountains crashing into the sea at Ushuaia, with the snow-covered mountains all around. Wonderful! And finally walking on the Perito Moreno glacier! As I said, it just got better and better.
We had an absolutely wonderful time on this trip. All the staff was first rate! Great being met @ airports and helped getting in & out. We can't thank you enough fo your help in planning & implementing every aspect of this trip. Fabulous!" ~ Argentina (Iguazu, (Amerian Portal del Iguazú), Trelew/Valdes Peninsula, (Solar de la Costa Hotel), and Ushuaia (Los Fuegos), El Calafate(La Aldea Lodge)) - February 09 ~ Bob Reyes
"LWA has arranged the two best trips we have taken -- and we travel a lot."~ Chile and Argentina (Punta Arenas, (Hotel Jose Nogueria), Torres del Paine, (Explora), Patagonia Cruise (Mare Australis)), and Ushuaia (Los Fuegos) - January 09 ~ Bob and Katherine Layton
"I want to thank you for truly making our honeymoon spectacular! Will & I were blow away with the level of professionalism we found in our guides, hotels, staff, etc. It was superb. All of the accommodations were well beyond our expectations, especially the Napo Wildlife Center. Also, it was so fantastic not to have any need to worry about transfers or figuring out how to get to our destinations. Each time we got off the planes, someone was waiting for us. Others we met along the way were promised that type of service from their travel companies and were quite disappointed. We experienced nothing like that and were so pleased at every turn. Carmen was so helpful and knowledgeable. She gave us tips on places to visit and great restaurants to eat. It was really comforting having someone waiting for you each time you landed. ~ Ecuador (Quito, (Hotel Patio Andaluz), Amazon (Napo Wildlife Center)), and Galapagos (Red Mangrove Inn) - December 08~ Sarah Sinatra and Will Gould
"we came back from our trip last week and would like to let you know, that your trip planning was perfect.
The “Legado mitico” Hotel in Buenos Aires was a beautiful and cozy hotel in a great neighborhood of restaurant and shops. The “Tierra Atacama” was spectacular. One the most beautiful places we have stayed in. We had a brief look also at the “Terrantai” and felt, that the “Tierra Atacama” was a lot better.
Also the Ecocamp is a fantastic place with excellent food. On every airport we were awaited by a guide. We got all necessary update on flight changes.
"We just got back last night from Venezuela and want to let you know what a fabulous time we had. We certainly appreciated the professional services of Jonjac. The owner, John, was very helpful and exchanged dollars for us as well as leading us through the airport coming and going. We probably could have figured it all out (well maybe) but we all agreed that we were very happy that you had arranged for Jonjac to take care of us. Likewise at Puerto Ordaz where Gabrielle had young ladies who assisted us.
We enjoyed what we saw but like most other travelers - one day in Caracas is enough. The hotel, Ole Caribe was an oasis in the middle of chaos and we are glad that you arranged for us to stay there.
But our time in Canaima was incredible. Each day and each activity was amazing. It was extra special in that none of us knew what to expect. We loved Jungle Rudy's - we were the only guests and got to stay in the newly remodeled cottage by the dining area. We were very fortunate with the rain and weather. Gabrielle's son Gabriel flew us to Kavak the only day we could go up the canyon to the falls. The day before and the day after we went, the water was too high for doing the trip. As it was the water covered the rope in places. Ruben, our excellent guide, led us and we were the only ones in the canyon which made it very special.
On our return flight back to Jungle Rudy's, Gabriel flew us in front of Angel Falls for some fabulous pictures of the falls and the tepuis - an amazing part of the world and we feel so fortunate to have been there when the clouds were behaving.
Rosanne was our guide while at Jungle Rudy's. She was young and enthusiastic about everything. I am sure over time her English will improve but we managed fine. She took us behind Sapo falls which was very full and very, very wet. We loved the entire outing which included a hike to Hacha falls.
When we went upriver to Angel Falls another guide (Antonio) joined us along with four Venezuelan girls. Antonio's English was excellent and the entire excursion was enjoyed by all of us.
The falls were very full (lots of rain during the night) fuller than any of the pictures that I had seen of them. Rosanne had us leave at 7:30 AM for our hike to the falls which meant that we were the only ones on the trail and the only ones at the top. We hiked down to the pool for swimming and before we left several groups had come along which made us appreciate how fortunate we were to be the first to arrive. I can't imagine how crowded it must get when the camps are fuller. And again the weather cooperated with wispy clouds that enhanced our pictures and rain that only fell on our return boat ride back to Jungle Rudy's.
We took pictures of the camps that used hammocks and were again appreciative of your arranging for us to be at Jungle Rudy's. We all loved Jungle Rudy's - Gabrielle who explained the family history, the location away from town, the good food, and the stone cabins with beds at Angel Falls. All of it was wonderful and never to be forgotten.
So thank you again Andrew for setting up this incredible adventure. We will happily recommend your services to anyone interested in traveling in South America." ~ Venezuela - Linda Fletcher
"Thank You! Andrew Gilchrist helped plan our trip beforehand and was very prompt and helpful. (He) Found what we wanted, got back to us quickly and explained everything"~ Venezuela (Los Roques - La Cigala) - September 08~ Janice Law
"Knowledgable, reputable based on my reference, accessible."~ Argentina (Buenos Aires - Loi Suites and Salta) - August 08~ Andrew Loewinger
"All of the local tour operators are very professional and dependable, something every traveler has to count on. Lost World know these countries and knows who to work with."~ Ecuador (Quito - Sierra Madre, Amazon - Sacha Lodge, Mindo - Sachatamia, Otavalo - Posada Amazonas) - July 08~ Sherri Siclair and Susan Blakely
"You booked my family of nine on a tour to see Peru last December/January.
I wanted you to know that the trip was a total success, for our first time to Peru your itinerary was great for showing us different parts of the country and teasing us enough that we want to go back again. There is so much to see!
My husband and I are in the whitewater rafting business in the Grand Canyon and know what it takes to make trip come off smooth when there are so many logistics to handle. Also we know how important the Guides are to making our trips exceed our customer expectations. Because we know these things I want to let you know that you that you are doing a great job planning and coordinating all the logistics for a vacation so far from home.
First of all the flights and meetings went perfectly. When we got to a new place there was always a friendly happy person to meet us and get us to our hotel. Second the planning and timing was great. This is our first trip where we signed up for a planned and guided tour. We have always been "do it your-selfers". I'm afraid you might have spoiled us because you made it so easy. I was impressed the planning for Guided time and time to ourselves, your mix was just right. I was worried we wouldn't have time to explore on our own but as I said it worked out great. Third the Guides were above average... They were well versed with their surroundings and were very knowledgable about all aspects of the area and Peru in general. I want to point out that (our guide in Cuzco) was the best I've seen in a long time. In our business we have a saying "Know your audience", well he figured us out right away and took great care to show us things we were most interested in. It was actually quite funny travelling with him, whenever he would start to give us a talk we noticed all the "Do it your-selfers" were hanging close by so they could hear what he had to say. At Machu Picchu our little group was being followed by a bunch of Argentinians. They tried to be casual but we knew they wanted to listen to him, so we just invited them to join us instead of pretending that they happen to be where we were all day. You can count on me and my whole family to recommend your outfit to everyone who wants your great service. Thanks for a fabulous trip, you made it easy. "~ Peru (Lima - Costa del Sol, Cuzco - Posada del Inca, Machu Picchu - Machu Picchu Inn, Amazon - Posada Amazonas, Puno - Posada Del Inca, and Taquile Island overnight) - May 08~ Pam Quist
"Very responsive and courteous. A pleasure to work with... "~ Chile (Lakes Region - Hotel Colonos del Sur, Yankee Way Lodge, Cabanas del Lago, Hotel Martin Gusinde, Hosteria Grey, Hotel Finnis Terrae) - Apr 08 ~ Steve Ungerman
A repeat Lost World client has shared spectacular pictures of his recent trip with Lost World. ~ Peru Pictures ~ Peru, Cuzco, Machu Picchu, Nazca, Ica and Paracas - Mar 08 ~ Clifford Haugen
"The trip was absolutely fabulous. ...it was an experience the family will never forget. Thanks for your advice on this trip." ~ Geoffrey Cleaver and family~ Ecuador, Cuenca (San Augustin de Callo and Hacienda Cusin), and Galapagos (ExplorerII)) - Feb 08
"Best trip agenda for what we wanted to see. Reputation very positive. Overall excellent in all categories...Great trip, well done by all involved." ~ Ron and Maureen Lehrer ~ Brazil, Heart of Amazonia Cruise (Manaus(Tropical Hotel Manaus), Amazon (Mv Tucano)) - Jan 08
"You did a wonderful job of putting together a balanced trip. The guides and drivers were perfect. They supplied good information but not too much and were very knowledgeable when asked questions. At all times they listened to our requests and fulfilled all of them. We could not be more pleased with Argentina and your great planning" ~ Carlyn Kriegel ~ Argentina, (Buenos Aires(Loi Suites), Iguazu) - Dec 07
"Well planned trip, well executed trip. Always someone to meet us at every arrival - plane, train, bus." ~ Earl Mielke ~ Peru, (Lima(Antigua Miraflores), Cuzco (Posada Del Inca), Machu Picchu (Pueblo Hotel), Puno and the Nazca Lines)- NOV 07
"...thank you for arranging such a marvelous trip. Your expertise in this area of the world is evident. The itinerary that you designed was excellent. The flights all worked..." ~ Gloria and James Post ~ Venezuela, (Angel Falls (Jungle Rudy's)) and Peru, (Cuzco (Posada Del Inca) and Machu Picchu (Sanctuary Lodge))- October 07
"Super always professional and courteous... We thoroughly enjoyed the time on the sailing charter and guided tours. Excellent, knowledgeable guides. Everything exceeded our expectations." ~ Jane Tanner and Pedro Briceno ~ Panama, (Bocas del Toro and San Blas Islands (Dolphin Island Lodge)) - September 07
"Just settling back in from an amazing trip. Thank you so much for everything. The Legend was wonderful- excellent crew, naturalists, and service-- and the Galapagos are beyond description. Equally wonderful was the highlands tour with Carmen and Jorge. They are terrific and I highly recommend them--- we stopped in fascinating villages and met many people, as well as staying in spectacular haciendas, with gourmet food. "
~ Lisa Horowitz ~ Ecuador, (Quito (Sierra Madre Hotel) and Otovalo) and the Galapagos Islands (Legend) ~ Highlands and Islands - August 07
"Great! Excellent! Perfect!"
- Brad Cohen ~ Costa Rica, (Arenal and, Monteverde (Tabacon Hot Springs Resort), Manual Antonio (Si Como No)) ~ July 2007
"The trip was flawless! Thank you for organizing this trip for us. I don't think we have taken any other trip which could top this one in terms of the accommodations and the guides."
- Marilyn Hyman ~ Peru and Ecuador, (Cuzco (Monasterio), Machu Picchu (Pueblo Hotel), Galapagos (Legend)) ~ May 2007
"Just thought I would tell you, how much I appreciated your help and the arrangements you made for us on the trip to Peru. The contacts in Lima and Cuzco were right there at the airport and very helpful. Hotels were excellent. Machu Picchu was very interesting and the guide Jose Daniel Pelaez Campos was truly outstanding. The Posada Amazonas was equally good and the guides Luis and the female guide were both excellent. Had a wonderful time; I would recommend Lost World Adventures to anyone who asked about our travels. Thanks again for your efforts and help."
- Doug McCloud ~Peru , (Cuzco , Machu Picchu (Pueblo Hotel), Amazon (Posada Amazonas)) ~ MAR 2007
"That was the ABSOLUTE BEST vacation we have ever taken as a family. Arrangements were fantastic. Jorge and Carmen's outfit in Quito is stellar. It was like meeting long lost family.
The cruise was spectacular. Children absolutely loved it. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!"
- Srikanth Damaraju and family ~ Ecuador , (Quito and the Galapagos, (Legend)) ~ MAR 2007
" This is one of the best tour operators we've dealt with for South America. Great itinerary, guides, transfers, and suggestions (i.e. hotels, tours, areas to go). "
- Adrian Buchhalter and Denise Fogarty ~ Peru, (Cuzco (SOL Y LUNA) , Machu Picchu (Pueblo), Amazon (Posada Amazonas) ) ~ DEC 2006
" This trip exceeded our expectations. We have traveled a great deal since we retired 12 years ago, and this trip certainly ranks at the top of our long list!. "
- Bob and Katherine Layton ~ Argentina, (Buenos Aires, Iguazu Falls , Patagonia ) ~ NOV 2006
"Faultless arrangements, perfect weather, outstanding accomodations/food. A perfect 25th wedding present to each other. No one should miss this experience. A life highpoint!!! Thank you Andrew and Lost World family. "
- Stuart Gardner ~ Chile, (Mare Australis , Explora Patagonia , Explora Atacama ) ~ Oct 2006
"We returned from Peru yesterday and the trip exceeded our expectations. Local guides were of high quality, transportation was as expected and described, and accommodations, considering the nature of the trip were excellent. Provided meals were of high quality. Most of the tour drivers were cautious and professional. I will certainly recommend Lost World."
- Robert Dorsey ~ Peru, (Cuzco (Hotel Monasterio), Machu Picchu (Pueblo Lodge), Lake Titicaca, Nazca ) ~ Oct 2006
"You helped to develop a vacation that was just what we needed. Leisure when we wanted it. Tours when we wanted (and) great hotels. "
- Rikki Amos ~ Costa Rica , (Mawamba Lodge, Tabacon and Capitan Suizo ) ~ Aug 2006
"Our tour guide made our lives so easy and made each experience vastly richer than had we traveled on our own. They went out of their way to make sure that our time in Ecuador was nothing short of perfect. We are so pleased that we ended up using your services. It was our best vacation ever. We will definitely use you again. "
Susan Joss ~ Ecuador, (Galapagos, (Legend Cruise) and Highlands ) ~ June 2006
"We just returned yesterday from our vacation, and we just want to thank you so much for everything! It was the trip of a lifetime!!! Everything was perfect. You did such a great job in making sure all of the details were in order. Thanks so much. We hope to work with you again for future vacations!"
- Lori Beetle, Venezuela, (Angel Falls, Orinoco Delta, and Llanos) ~ May 2006
"We adored the way you designed our trip! ... you really know how to correctly pace our journey so we could optimize every moment there - thank you sooo much for your time and effort in making this such a memorable trip!. "
- Mary Lombard and Kathleen Sicard, Chile, April 2006
"... your staff were great. We knew nothing about South America and you pulled together a trip that met our unique requirements. The guides and services were perfect. Thanks for your help. "
- Lance Shipp, Argentina, Uruguay and Brazil, March 2006
"...Outstanding!! All documents were always in order and we were well briefed. Everyone was so friendly and helpful ! A job well done by Lost World Adventures... "
- Karen Weaver Fuerst, Chile and Argentina, February 2006
"Everything couldn't have been more perfect! We want to
send you many thanks. Your professionalism, knowledge and good
spirit helped make our trip what it was. Thanks for always being
so responsive so quickly. We have memories for a lifetime from
this extraordinary trip!"
- Pat Paiser and Becky Cook, Chile and Argentina, November
2005
"We want to let you know how very much we enjoyed
the entire Galapagos adventure.
From the moment we arrived in Quito everything went very smoothly
and according to plan. Our guide, Gina, met us at the airport,
delivered us to the Cafe Cultura, and planned our next morning
tour of Quito. She was delightful, very informative and professional.
All in all we would score this trip A+ and would highly recommend
it. "
- Nancijoy and Norman Weissman, Ecuador and Galapagos, October
2005
"Wonderful Trip! Everything worked out well.
Guides were great and accommodations were excellent."
- Carol & Dan Chew, Peru, September 2005
"Proposed itinerary was the most complete, LWA provided the exact structure we desired - away from large tourist hotels. Without a doubt, plan was extremely well executed and organized. "
- Phyllis and John Stockfisch, Peru, August 2005
"Well planned, perfectly orchestrated to fit in everything we needed in the shortest possible time. Even when airline screwed up, LWA rallyed to fix!! I've been dreaming of this trip for years. Thank you so much for making it happen with such ease. "
- Derek Billib, Peru, July 2005
"You were the only agent who provided the following: specific and detailed information, flexibility in meeting our needs and a feeling of reliability and simply being in good hands. Great organization - made us feel like traveling more. "
- Noga and Ralph Guggenheim , Venezuela, June 2005
"The trip really exceeded my expectations. Thanks for your help in putting it together. "
Sherry Heiber , Costa Rica, April 2005
"The tour operators you deal with in Brazil, Peru & Columbia are top notch, well educated, english speaking and very helpful. Also, dependable!!! I would never travel again to South America unless the trip was planned by Lost World."
"Daniel & Sharon Walther , Brazil/Peru/Columbia, March 2005
"Perfect trip. Please keep going to places others don't go!"
David Hamrick and Marsha Slade, Panama and Costa Rica, March 2005
"I can't thank you enough! The trip was absolutely outstanding!"
Mark Pollaci and Philippa Whatley, Argentina, January 2005
"Thanks for making this our best travel experience ever!"
Kirk & Reid Willingham, Peru/Ecuador & Galapagos, December 2004
"We rate our month in Argentina one of the best trips we've ever taken! It fulfilled our highest expectations and more. Your arrangements were flawless and everything couldn't have been smoother. ... We'll be back "-
Bill and Kay Shafer , Argentina, November 2004
"Chose Lost World Adventures for accuracy, conciseness. I desired at all times to speak to Andrew as he was extremely informed and instantly aware of answers. Your company delivered excellence every step of the way. Went like clockwork. "-
Evan Torch, Chile, October 2004
"Trip was well-organized - We could have never made the arrangements on our own. We always felt well taken care of when in Peru."--
Claire Asarnow, Peru, August 2004
"Having Lost World arrange the transport, guides and hotels was very convenient. And LW made good suggestions for our itinerary and good selections for hotels and meals. "--
Tamara and Scott Lichtman, Peru, July 2004
"You had the best match of available dates and places we wanted to visit." --Tim and Cathy Neal, Costa Rica, March 2004
"Extremely will organized, and without hesitation turn around and use Lost World Adventures for another trip like this." -- Leo Roos,Costa Rica, February 2004
"We have now travelled to Peru, Costa Rica and Guatemala, Belize with Lost World and have found all trips well organized, individually tailored to our needs, safe an throughout we have felt well-taken-care-of from beginning to end" -- John Zreibec, Belize and Guatemala, January 2004
"Everything was great - the trip was seamless. We were very impressed with everything...We will definitely recommend Lost World Adventures to our friends and for our future travels to South America! Denise was great and knew so much about the places we went." -- Jed and Alison Hart, Chile and Argentina, December 2003
"I was pleased & rewarded beyond my expectations. Denise
clearly knows Peru. She was a first class help in choosing our
hotels and itinerary. Her suggestions were right on the money.
I would definitely want to use your services in the future.
You made it so easy.
My entire group (4) was happy with
the arrangements. Our guides were wonderful. I will recommend
your company to others. The standard of care, individual design
of itinerary, the quality of guides and the flexibility to meet
our needs made Lost World the perfect choice for us. Excellent
value for the price. "
-- Mary Claire McNaught, Peru, November 2003
"(we chose Lost World
Adventures because) Combination of Galapagos and Rainforest
in one trip and price of trip. We had a lot of questions and
they were always answered. Wow! We all had a great time. The
hikes were a little harder than we expected - especially in
the heat at Kapawi but we all survived thanks to lots of naps
in the afternoon! Thanks for a great experience!"
-- John Meyer, Galapagos and Ecuador, October 2003
"(Lost World Adventures) seemed to provide right mix of
activity and sightseeing of independence and convenience. Also
very responsive. The whole trip was just excellent - The guides
were outstanding."
-- Jason Kyrwood, Ecuador, Galapagos and Peru, September
2003
"At every place we visited the guides were outstanding
and very knowledgeable. Even with all of our changes you were
very helpful and professional. Thank you for helping make this
trip exceed our expectations. This was one of the best planned
trips we have ever taken."
-- Richard and Phyllis Bernstein, Chile, Bolivia and Peru,
August 2003
"This was one of the best trips we've ever taken. (the
highlights were) The outstanding guides who helped us appreciate
and understand everything we saw. The beauty of the land, the
history"
-- Natalie and Jim Dyen, Peru and Ecuador, July 2003
"The trip was outstanding
in every way. Casa Corcovado is an unbelievable comfortable
oasis in the middle of the magic of the rainforest. (the highlight
was) sharing the magic with my family."
-- Dan Dagle and Family, Costa Rica, June 2003
"(Chose Lost World Adventures
because of) 17 years experience and focus on South America.
We had a wonderful vacation. The trip went very smoothly. We
have many happy memories. Thanks!"
-- David and Lisa D'Ambrosio Dente, Ecuador and the Galapagos
Islands, May 2003
"All in all this was a successful trip.
As a former teacher, I would rate it A. There were some minor
glitches, but nothing that couldn't be worked out. Each day
was filled, different - lots to see and do."
-- Judith Odishoo, Belize, April 2003
"I have never worked
with a travel agent who was so accommodating. Denise was not
only attentive to our style of travel and interest in particular
locations, she provided excellent guidance and took care of
us in a well informed and efficient manner."
-- Faye Bailey, Chile, March 2003
"Perfect combination of interior wildlife/hiking, colonial
hill towns, Mayan Ruins finishing with coastal beach/scuba time.
Outstandingly so, (courteous and attentive), and very quick
with an itinerary which exceeded our expectations and best bargain
flights." Group or custom tour, Lost World is the best
for Central and South America. A great trip. One of the best
ever and on short notice."
-- Tim McNally and Maureen Nicholson, Honduras, February
2003
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