A crucial part of your experience when travelling with us is the quality of the guides we use on the trips. Find following a short descriptive life history of some of the guides that work with us. Their personality, knowledge and experience they share with you is an important part of your visit.
Eddie Pizarro - Guide
Native of Cusco, he studied tourism at the University. He is well versed in Andean cultural resources and with understanding of habitats. He also has a photography background. Eddie has a very good sense of humor and open mind and as he is a sportsman, likes adventure trips and fishing. He has led quite a few marathon treks in the past and has traveled extensively in Southern a... view more
Francis Casapino - Guide
Born in Urubamba (Sacred Valley), he has had personal contact with Andean highland communities and with their people during all his life. Licensed in tourism, he guides adventure and conventional tours. Francis is very involved in Andean Anthropological Studies (costumes, traditions and social customs). He is also interested in the animal world of the Andes and is knowledgeable... view more
Narciso Cahuana - Guide
Born in 1953 in Ocoruro, province of Espinar, Cusco. He has two children and started working in tourism as assistant manager in a country inn in Urubamba having studied administration and guiding. He specializes in Ethnic tourism with a profound interest in folk medicine, participating in seminars and roundtables on the subject. He has also worked as an interpreter Quechua - Spa... view more
Juan Loayza - Guide
Born in 1958, married with three children, he is a native of Ollantaytambo. He started working with us as a student with the first kitchen crew on the Inca Trail in 1975. Since then he has studied to become an official guide and has been instrumental in contributing to the development of new treks in the Cusco area. His knowledge of the local culture and his ability to run logis... view more
Juan de Dios del Castillo - Guide
A long -time trekking guide, Juan’s knowledge of the Andes is far - encompassing. He has led trips in various areas of Peru and Bolivia, has a great sense of humor and keeps up your spirit even if slightly affected by altitude. His knowledge of the Incas and history in general of Cusco and its surrounding sites makes travelling with him unique.... view more
Manuel Velazco - Guide
Native of the Andean cloud forest, he is a professional tour guide working since he was 13 years old. Growing step by step in different areas of tourism, he now leads trips in Bolivia and all around Peru. Manuel has a deep knowledge of adventure and cultural travel. He likes to combine history, culture and conservation, with his very good sense of humor. He is married to a Cusqu... view more
Alex Pavel Pumacayo - Guide
Born in Cusco, he lives in San Blas, the artistic and handicraft center of the city of Cusco. Graduated as a tourist guide in the University San Antonio de Abad of Cusco, he started working as a field assistant in field operations. He is now a full-fledged guide leading treks and tours. His interests include strengthening Andean cultures through tourism and he likes participatin... view more
Freddy Delgado - Guide
Born in Cusco, living for years between the city and rural areas sharing with local people where he learned Quechua, the Inca native language, his ancestors culture and idiosyncrasy. After trying two different careers he decided to study tourism and archeology to be an official tour guide. He is convinced in his vocation and really enjoys his job over the last ten years, devel... view more
Rosa Alegria - Guide
Warm and lively, sensitive and insightful, are words our travelers have used to describe Rosa. Born in Cusco and graduated from Peru\'s prestigious four year University program for guides, Rosa has been leading trips since 1986 and is a specialist in Andean culture and history. She is also very familiar with the rainforest and spent a few years guiding around Puerto Maldonado... view more
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