We present our select team of professional mountain guides and adventure tourism experts.
Rodrigo Vera
Leader & Director of Mawida Adventures.
«A natural-born leader, passionate explorer, and high-level athlete in various mountain specialties. With a lifelong trajectory in diverse mountain environments, I’ve developed strong experience and skills in mountain guiding, leadership, and motivation.
Mountain Instructor for the Chilean Army
Professional expert in rock & ice climbing, mountaineering backcountry ski,
Wilderness First Responder (WFR) and registered guide with Sernatur. Active Member of ANGM
Experience:
- Leadership in mountain expeditions. Creator and organizer of outdoor events like Avalancha en el Volcan and Ferrata Race.
- Organization of safe and exciting mountain events
- Climbing and mountaineering classes and workshops
Services:
- Customized guides for rock climbing, ice climbing, and mountaineering ski
- Leadership in personalized mountain expeditions
- Climbing and mountaineering classes and workshops
Skills:
- Mountain leadership
- Rock climbing
- Ice climbing
- Mountain skiing
- Via ferrata
- Mountain rescue
- Event organization
- Motivation and mentorship
Certifications:
- Mountain Instructor for the Chilean Army
- Wilderness First Responder (WFR)
- Registered guide with Sernatur
- National Mountain Guide ANGM
«As a leader and guide, my goal is to inspire and motivate my clients to achieve their mountain objectives while ensuring their safety and well-being. My passion for exploration and sports drives me to share my experience and knowledge with others.»
Javier Zelada
- Co-founder of Mawida Adventures and Director of Operations
- Profession: Physical Trainer, always involved in sports and outdoor activities
- Trained as a Mountain Guide in the Araucanía Region and continuously engaged in training and education
- WFR Rescuer, Avalanche Level 2 AIARE Recreational
- For years, has been responsible for managing logistical and operational aspects of our sports events, Avalanche on the Volcano and Ferrata Race, and supporting the design of new packages, programs, and event-format activities for companies and special interest groups
- Has completed major expeditions in the Cordillera Blanca (Peru), Chilean Patagonia, Chilean Altiplano, and the Pyrenees (Spain)
- Currently manages the portfolio of Tour Operators and oversees the coordination and logistics of all activities carried out by Mawida Adventures.
Gonzalo Sepúlveda
- Adventure Tourism Guide, with a focus on Mountain
- WFR Rescuer
- NDR Monitor
- Responsible for maintenance, logistics, and setup at campsites
Scarlett Riquelme
- Sales & Marketing Manager
- Studied Financial Management
- WFR certified.
- Leave No Trace Monitor
Mountain guides, associates
- Andres Bozzolo: National Mountain Guide, Mountain Instructor ACGM / ANGM, Mountain Ski Guide, Rock Climbing, Via Ferrata, and Expeditions Guide. WFR Rescuer. Head of Operations for Avalanche on the Volcano. Owner of Patagonia Huts. Also, Expedition Coordinator for Northern Patagonia.
- Miguel Matos: National Mountain Guide ANGM and Mountain Ski Guide. Trekking, Mountain Bike, and Via Ferrata Guide. WFR Rescuer. Ski Instructor ENISCHAG. Professional in Avalanche Control for both sports and large mining.
- Richard Monsalves: National Mountain Guide ANGM. Mountain Ski Guide. Trekking Guide. UFRO Academic Instructor for Mountain Guides. WFR Rescuer. Also, Coordinator for the Araucanía Region.
- David Joos: Mountain Guide, ACA Kayak Instructor, WFR Rafting Instructor, WFR and WAFA First Aid Instructor (AIDER Canada). UFRO Academic Instructor for Water Guides. Owner of Pucón Kayak Shop. Head of Safety for Avalanche on the Volcano. Volunteer Firefighter and member of Cuerpo Socorro Andino. Also, Registered Guide with Sernatur.
- Eduardo Pola: Trekking, Mountain Bike, and Via Ferrata Guide. WFR Rescuer. Camp Management, Logistics, and Mountain Event Operations. President of the Aucapan Mountain Club in Pucón, Chile.
- Matias del Sol: Trekking Guide. Climber and outdoor athlete. Natural leader. Guide for unexplored destinations across Chile. Journalist, philanthropist in waste management, and technical tourism advisor for all Mawida Adventures activities.
- Carolina Esparza: Mountain and Trekking Guide. First Aid Instructor (AIDER Canada). WFR, WFA, and WAFA certified. Nursing student. Director of Wilderness Chile.
- Francisca Navarro: Aspiring Mountain Guide, WFR Rescuer, Level I Professional in Avalanche, Level II Snowboard Instructor, and Patagonia brand athlete.
- Eduardo Mondragon: UIAGM Mountain Guide, Trekking, Climbing, Ice Climbing Guide. Expedition and Mountain Course Instructor. WFR Rescuer. Director of Sur Expeditions, Professor, and UFRO Academic.
- Pedro Pablo Sermini: National Mountain Guide ANGM, Aspiring UIAGM Guide, Trekking, Climbing, and Ice Guide. WFR Rescuer. UFRO Professor and Academic. Owner of AndesClimb.
- Cristian Steidle: Mountain Guide, Mountain Ski Guide. Responsible for Logistics and Camp Management during expeditions. WFR Rescuer. Senior Instructor NOLS. Instructor for AIARE Avalanche Courses. AAA Pro Member.
- Osiel Aqueveque Maldonado: National Mountain Guide ANGM. Trekking Guide, Via Ferrata Guide, Expedition Guide, and Ice Climbing Guide. WFR Rescuer and Cuerpo Socorro Andino Volunteer. Level 1 NDT in Vertical Work. Director of «Servicios Verticales Araucania». Experience in classic mountains in Bolivia and Volcán Domuyo in Argentina.
- Víctor Astete: National Mountain Guide ANGM, Mountain Ski Guide, Trekking Guide. WFR Rescuer for Ski Patrol. Ski Instructor Level 1 CSIA. Professional Avalanche Level I AAA and Black Diamond Athlete.
- Nicolás Salgado: Mountain Guide, Climbing Guide, Trekking Guide, Birdwatching Guide, Sea Kayak Instructor, and Arborist. Camp Setup, Production, and Vertical Work. Rock Climbing Route Developer and Mountain Photographer.
- Ariel Cabrera Vergara: National Mountain Guide ANGM, Mountain Ski Guide, Trekking and Interpretation Guide. WFR Rescuer. Avalanche Professional Level 1 AIARE. Ski Patroller. Level 1 LEMON Vertical Work Certification. Expeditions in Cordillera Real (Bolivia), Cordillera Blanca (Peru), and Ecuador.
- Tomas Hernandez: Trekking and Ecotourism Guide. Experience in the United States, Europe, and Patagonia in various outdoor activities. WFR Rescuer, Level 1 Leave No Trace certified, and ornithology certifications from UNORCH / Aveschile.