FAQ - Who We Are

What is a travel experience?

When you return home from a trip, you have photos and vague recollections that quickly fade in the face of routine. When you return home from a personalized travel experience with Kuoda, you have indelible memories of places, activities and people that were deeply meaningful for you. Travel takes you places and shows you sites. Travel experiences are deeply personal; they let you delve in to all of the human senses; they offer you relaxation if that´s what is needed or invigoration if that´s the ticket; they provide a new perspective with alternative horizons. In working with Kuoda, you are enlisting the help of experts who not only have extensive knowledge of South American travel, but who are also masters of turning your requirements, interests and personality into an unforgettable travel experience.

Is Kuoda Travel a travel agency or tour operator?

Kuoda is a tour operator. We arrange comprehensive tours that include hotels, sightseeing with private guides and/or drivers, airport and train station transfers, visas, and regional transportation (internal flights, private drivers, train tickets, etc.). Tour operators work with travel agents and personal travelers. Once you are ready to start planning a trip, please reach out to us or have your preferred travel agent contact us, at [email protected].

Do you work with travel agents?

Yes, we work closely with travel agents. Our Itineraries to Inspire can be sent to clients as they are, or completely customized to your liking.

What are the qualifications of your guides?

Our exceptional guides have been carefully selected for their knowledge, professionalism, experience and ability to effectively manage groups with finesse. We hire only guides who are local to the destination and are licensed and/or certified in accordance with the government regulations of their country. All are fluent in Spanish and English, and some also speak indigenous languages. Our team of congenial guides offers priceless insights into the true nature of their homelands, adding immeasurably to the enjoyment of the trip.

Is Kuoda Travel accredited by industry associations?

Yes, Kuoda Travel is a registered member of major travel industry associations, including ASTA and LATA. We are also in the process of getting our BBB (Better Business Bureau) rating. We have also received travel accolades by TripAdvisor, such as the “Certificate of Excellence” award.