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Customer ReviewsChloe Waters (recommender) (10 / 10)reviewed 14/05/07 21:16
Chloe Waters spent a whole day with Mario Tapia Meza (Chino).  DescriptionMario took my dad and I on caballos del paso to Pumamarca, beautiful isolated ruins on the way to Willoc. Then in the afternoon he took us in taxi to the ruins of Moray and the town of Maras, known for its portadas, or fancy doorways.Best bits: I absolutely loved riding through the valley on horses. Mario shared so much about the history with us. It had been a long time since I had been on a horse, so I was a little timid to start off, but I felt very safe and had a wonderful time. I would do it all again in a heartbeat.
Worst bits: The worse part was leaving Ollantaytambo!
RatingsOverall experience: 10 / 10
Value for money: 10 / 10
Eco impact: 10 / 10
Does the local understand eco issues? Yes
Jenny van Mens (8 / 10)reviewed 30/10/07 00:28
Jenny van Mens spent 5-10 days with Mario Tapia Meza (Chino). DescriptionEco tour in Lares planting trees with the local community and school childrenBest bits: Playing cards, Mario´s original ideas and genuine thoughtfulness
Worst bits: Cold and altitude sickness
RatingsOverall experience: 8 / 10
Value for money: 9 / 10
Eco impact: 10 / 10
Does the local understand eco issues? Yes
ProfileProfile accuracy: 9 / 10
Comments: Mario is a fantastic and enthusiastic tour guide. He is a genuine person who cares greatly about his customers and will do anything to ensure their safety and well being.
Janice Kendall (10 / 10)reviewed 08/11/07 23:07
Janice Kendall spent 2-5 days with Mario Tapia Meza (Chino). DescriptionI spend a great week camping in Cuncani valley with Mario, and also with Domingo and Louis. They really looked after us well. Mario speaks good English has a great sense of humor. He is very helpful and will do his best to solve any problems you may have. He is very perceptive and trys to make you time in Peru as comfortable as possible. The mountains were amazing and the people really lovely. Mario is a great advocate for Peru, he is proud of his country, his heritage and knowledgeable about the history. Mario is a great guide and I would highly recommend him. He is also fun to play cards with especially when you win.Best bits: meeting the locals with Mario
Worst bits: the cold
RatingsOverall experience: 10 / 10
Value for money: 8 / 10
Eco impact: 9 / 10
Does the local understand eco issues? Yes
ProfileProfile accuracy: 8 / 10
Comments: i haven't read it yet
Michelle Singler (10 / 10)reviewed 14/11/07 13:22
Michelle Singler spent 2-5 days with Mario Tapia Meza (Chino). DescriptionThis was my second trip with Chino. We spent 3 days and 2 nights hiking to the thermal baths at Lares. The hike was breath-takingly beautiful with views of glaciers and glacial lagoons. We passed local villages and llamas and alpacas.Best bits: The views, the hike, the thermal baths. Making it to the top!!
Worst bits: Getting out of the thermal baths!
RatingsOverall experience: 10 / 10
Value for money: 10 / 10
Eco impact: 10 / 10
Does the local understand eco issues? Yes
ProfileProfile accuracy: 10 / 10
Comments: I would really recommend the Lares Trek to people who want to do a few day hike, but either don't want to do the Inca Trail for economic reasons or because it's so busy. We only saw 2 other tourists the entire trip. It wasn't an easy hike--need to be fit and accustomed to the altitude, but it was worth it and wonderful. Chino was great. Our second day I couldn't carry my pack, so he had a horse carry it for me. The fresh cooked meals were delicious!
Jody (10 / 10)reviewed 22/01/08 23:27
Jody spent 5-10 days with Mario Tapia Meza (Chino). DescriptionWe found Chino here on LL and he guided us with excellent English through the towns and ruins of Ollantaytambo, Urubamba, Pisac, Maras, Moray, Cuzco and more. Along the way he explained to us the history and culture, showed us how to get about as locals do, and introduced us to his friends. He arranged hikes, horseback riding, and for us to rent a dirtbike for a side trip. We thoroughly enjoyed his company and spent most of our down time hanging out with him. Our honeymoon was fantastic with his help! Thanks Chino!And please give our regards to Jose, who helped us around Cuzco. Best bits: Chino went out of his way to help make our trip enjoyable.
Worst bits: Going home.
RatingsOverall experience: 10 / 10
Value for money: 10 / 10
Eco impact: 10 / 10
Does the local understand eco issues? Yes
ProfileProfile accuracy: 10 / 10
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kelly fleischer (10 / 10)reviewed 06/03/08 22:15
kelly fleischer spent 2-5 days with Mario Tapia Meza (Chino). DescriptionChino took us horseback riding and to several ruins in the Ollatatambo areaBest bits: he was very informed, fun to be with, helpful
Worst bits: nothing needed improvement
RatingsOverall experience: 10 / 10
Value for money: 10 / 10
Eco impact: 10 / 10
Does the local understand eco issues? Yes
ProfileProfile accuracy: 5 / 10
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mariola katryniok (10 / 10)reviewed 16/05/08 02:01
mariola katryniok spent a whole day with Mario Tapia Meza (Chino). Descriptionhorseback riding from Moray to salt-mines of MorasBest bits: his knowledge, his enthusiasm, everything was perfect
Worst bits: none
RatingsOverall experience: 10 / 10
Value for money: 8 / 10
Eco impact: 5 / 10
Does the local understand eco issues? Yes
ProfileProfile accuracy: 8 / 10
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pascal tremblay (9 / 10)reviewed 18/06/08 19:46
pascal tremblay spent 2-5 days with Mario Tapia Meza (Chino). Descriptionwe visited in his company the sacred valley. Ollantay tambo, pisac, cusco, chincheros etc.Best bits: flexibility, friendship, allways whit a smile and a good humor
Worst bits: my stomach reaction to some peruvian food.... 8)
RatingsOverall experience: 9 / 10
Value for money: 10 / 10
Eco impact: 9 / 10
Does the local understand eco issues? Yes
ProfileProfile accuracy: 9 / 10
Comments: I would say that Mario is a very special person. He love is contry and pass that feeling to you. Whit him you feel safe and in good hand. He has a lot of patience to explain and he is very flexible to your need. When I think of the 4 days me and my wife spend whit him it makes me wish we were back there.
Bernhard Boser (8 / 10)reviewed 29/07/08 04:47
Bernhard Boser spent 5-10 days with Mario Tapia Meza (Chino). DescriptionTreking and sight-seeing (sacred valley)Best bits: scenery, Andean life
Worst bits: none
RatingsOverall experience: 8 / 10
Value for money: 9 / 10
Eco impact: 7 / 10
Does the local understand eco issues? Yes
Wendy Chen (10 / 10)reviewed 16/10/08 03:30
Wendy Chen spent a whole day with Mario Tapia Meza (Chino). DescriptionWe spent a day with Mario horseback riding through the Sacred Valley and visiting the Inca agricultural terraces in Moray and the town and salt mines of Maras. We also visited a chicheria after our ride. The day was the highlight of our trip—hands down. Mario planned the day to perfection. We particularly enjoyed hearing about the area’s history and culture from him. He has a great perspective because he grew up and still lives in Ollantaytambo. And more than anything, he was super nice and super cool. We would recommend working with him without hesitation or reservation.Best bits: We loved his stories.
Worst bits: We were very sore.
RatingsOverall experience: 10 / 10
Value for money: 9 / 10
Eco impact: 9 / 10
Does the local understand eco issues? Yes
ProfileProfile accuracy: 9 / 10
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Dejan Duzevik (10 / 10)reviewed 11/12/08 17:45
Dejan Duzevik spent 2-5 days with Mario Tapia Meza (Chino). DescriptionMet up in Cusco, had drinks at a local nightspot in Ollantaytambo, went to Moray, Maras, and the Inka sites around Ollantaytambo. We also went horse-back riding, and drank Chicha in a traditional house.Best bits: It felt like hanging out with a friend rather than a guide
Worst bits: None
RatingsOverall experience: 10 / 10
Value for money: 9 / 10
Eco impact: 10 / 10
Does the local understand eco issues? Yes
Sarah Bowman (10 / 10)reviewed 31/12/08 23:17
Sarah Bowman spent 2-5 days with Mario Tapia Meza (Chino). DescriptionWe traveled around the Sacred Valley, from Yucay to Ollantaytambo to Machu Picchu to Pisaq and then to Cusco, visiting ruins and exploring local culture.Best bits: Everything!
Worst bits: Nothing.
RatingsOverall experience: 10 / 10
Value for money: 10 / 10
Eco impact: 5 / 10
Does the local understand eco issues? Yes
ProfileProfile accuracy: 9 / 10
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