Santiago is our head raft guide and Chief instructor. As such he assisted in all risk assessments and is in charge of ensuring all staff understand and implement our risk and safety management procedures. He grew up on the banks of the Apurimac and after learning […]
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Miky is the only bike guide in Peru to have qualified under the IMBA scheme. He had to go to the USA to do it. While he has always loved biking, he actually spent many years as a professional chef before turning his passion for […]
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Efrain was voted “Wanderlust World Guide of the Year 2014” by the British-based travel magazine and its readers. He is probably still the best guide in the world, but they have to give the award to someone different each year. Efrain has been guiding for Amazonas […]
0 Read More Cristobal is one of our most highly requested guides, with professionalism and intellect to boot. He is completely fluent in Quechua, Spanish, and English working with documentaries as a translator. He knows everything you would ever want to know about Peru and the ancient civilizations, and […]
0 Read More The ever smiling Ruben is affectionately known by everyone as “Chino”. Once a professor of history in the university, Ruben long ago left the classroom to work for Amazonas Explorer, where he excels at educating our guests about all aspects of his country.
0 Read More Jose Antonio was born in the Peruvian rainforest near the City of Cusco in Perú where he grew up and qualified to become a guide, something he has worked in since 1998. He guides in both the Peruvian rainforest and the Andes with particular interest in combining flora, fauna […]
0 Read More Jimmy has worked with Amazonas Explorer for many years, turning his hand to most things from trekking, to biking, rafting to stand up paddleboarding. He is also a great companion to have guide you around any less adventurous tour.
0 Read More Kayaker extaordinaire, you know you are in very safe hands indeed when Julio is providing safety kayak cover for our more extreme rafting trips. Growing up on the banks of the Apurimac River, Julio took to the sport at an early age, and continues to get […]
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Victor Baca is Julio’s “little” brother and like Julio, he was brought up on the shores of the Apurimac river so has whitewater in his blood. Our “go to” safety kayaker for years, you are in safe hands with Victor. When not looking after rafters from […]
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Edwar, also known as Edu to his acquaintances and Shrek to his best friends is a stand-up guy, from the gospel of Paul Cripps himself: “Just an absolutely Top Bloke”- and higher praise is rarely reigned down. Edu comes from a family of guides, and the […]
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My name is Tomas and I was born in Cusco. I have been working as a guide since 2007. I really love to share all I know about my country and not just history because Perú, besides great history, is also one of the most bio-diverse […]
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Juan Carlos Salazar joined Amazonas Explorer as a mountain bike guide after a childhood of bending the rules to find the perfect route down the side of a mountain. While he is an expert bike mechanic, professional rider, and all-around good fun, JC has expanded his […]
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Omar came to us by recommendation. In fact, the overseas company that recommended him insisted on him being their guide, if we wanted to work with him. He has proved to be every bit as good as they said. Originally from Arequipa, Omar guided Arequipa and […]
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Victor Mendivil also hails from Curahuasi and the Apurimac valley and has been guiding our rafting trips all over Peru for many years. His quiet demeanor and total professionalism belies a huge heart and a massive sense of humor. When not running rivers, he runs an […]
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My name is Naty, I’m 35 years old, and have worked as an adventure guide for more than 10 years. I am passionate about flora and photography and through guiding, I help clients relate to the life of my ancestors and experience a different side to […]
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“Cheeky Monkey” as he is known around the office is a great guide to share your trip with. Full of life and adventure, Jose Miguel brings a little light into the lives of everyone he meets. As knowledgeable and reliable as he is, Jose Miguel will […]
0 Read More Xavier grew up mountain biking with his brother JC. With time he has become a bit of a demon on a bike and has held an Elite National ranking. He has put himself through university to hold an Inca trail guide qualification. He is also a […]
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Born in Cusco, Jose Enrique is affectionately known by everyone as “Kike”. After finishing his studies in Tourism at San Antonio Abad University he worked for different tour operators organising the operations and logistics of the trips. With the experience of years working in tourism, and […]
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Lisbet was born the youngest following seven brothers and sisters, so she knows how to hold her own! Originating from Paruro just outside of Cusco, Lisbet has been guiding for over 10 years and is making huge strides in the predominantly male-dominated world of professional guiding.
0 Read More Elias specialises in Adventure Sports, Archaeology and Bird Watching. He has been guiding for over seven years. He is very proud of his country and the legacy of his ancestors and always works hard to ensure you leave with a similar passion for Peru.
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Samuel has recently graduated from university, where he studied to be a guide. He was inspired into Tourism by his dad – one of our Head-porters. His younger brother also does odd jobs, making it a family affair. He has worked with us for the last […]
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Shandira is Cusco born and bred. Having always loved sports and being outdoors so decided to pursue a career in tourism. After working with a variety of companies in different posts Shandira qualified as a guide, in order to be able to show visitors her home […]
0 Read More Raul comes from a family of guides, so you may argue that it is in his blood. He is happiest when found guiding your raft, making waves on the paddleboard, or leading you on our biking trips. He is also a very good singer- so be […]
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Julia is one of Amazonas Explorer’s longest serving employees. For the last last twenty years, her support in the kitchen, packing, serving lunch and office cleaning has been essential to the smooth running of the office, kitchen and store-room. Her husband Braulio also pops-up in many […]
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We all agree good food is an essential part of every adventure. Juana runs the office kitchen, preparing delicious healthy meals to go out on all our trips. From box lunches to VIP picnics, Pachmanca pit roasts to impromptu birthday cakes, Juana sources the very best […]
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Neo the dog was found on the street outside the office early one morning in May 2017. She has since become a valuable part of the team. Her portfolio includes: Rafting the Urubamba river, Canoeing the lower Apurimac, Wild-Swimming & SUP on Lake Huaypo and Lake […]
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