5 Years
Professionalism, Experience, Responsibility
JUAN CARLOS NAIVARES
I am Juan Carlos, part of the Salkantay Trekking family. I was born on March 26, 1986, in the district of Santiago, province, and department of Cusco. My greatest motivation is my family; they drive me forward. When I am not on the route through the Peruvian Andes, I like to do sports.
The languages I master are Spanish, English, and Portuguese. Can I tell you a secret? I chose to be a tour guide because since I was young, I always liked to learn about my culture and ancestors. Today, sharing all the information I have gathered with people from different parts of the world, interacting with them, and arousing their interest, has become one of the most important things in my life.
My kindness, sincerity, knowledge, and joy set me apart as a guide. In addition, the information I provide focuses on flora, fauna, snow-capped mountains, and lakes, among others. As a cultural ambassador, my mission is to ensure the safety of my passengers and apply all my knowledge when explaining things to them; always with kindness, respect, and a smile for each traveler.
An anecdote I can share with you is about an emergency I had on the route. A passenger was suffering from sunstroke and lack of oxygen. I reacted calmly, clearing the area and giving instructions for good oxygenation. Fortunately, the passenger recovered and was able to continue her walk slowly and calmly. These emergency situations are unpredictable and inevitable. At Salkantay Trekking, we are trained to face these situations, always calm.
I have been a guide for about 5 years now, and of all the places I have visited, Choquequirao is the sacred destination that has impacted me the most. I must confess that this hike is not for beginners; you need physical endurance to reach the "Cradle of Gold"; however, the reward is gratifying. The Inca Sanctuary of Choquequirao is considered one of the strongholds of resistance and refuge, where you can appreciate imposing archaeological ruins. Why did the Incas choose locations in rugged areas to build their enclosures? I recommend exploring this center and immersing yourself in the mysteries of Choquequirao.
I have been working at Salkantay Trekking as a guide for about 2 years, and the routes I most frequently travel are the Salkantay Program and Alternatives. Reserve with the company; it will be a pleasure to show you the benefits our ancestors and nature have gifted us.
Here, we are a family united and 100% committed to providing quality service. We will continue forward with strength, humility, and dedication! See you soon!
CERTIFICATES
- Certificate of Professional Technical Degree in Tourism
- Certificate in Computing
- Certificate in First Aid
- Certificate in Cultural Topics
- Certificate in Natural Topics
- Certificate in Service Quality
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The best travelers recommend it
Amazing all round
They are very professional and friendly. The tour guides and food services are amazing. The vans were brand new and very comfortable. I wouldn’t use any other tour service and you shouldn’t either!! We did the short Inca trail trek as well as rainbow mountain with them.
5D/4N Salkantay Trek
Myself and my partner did the 5D/4N salkantay trek in December 2021 with Alex and Fredy as our guides and it was one of the best experiences we have done. The food and the accommodation were fab and whilst the trek was challenging at times it was super fun and very rewarding.
AMAZING
We did the half day city tour and the one day Machu Picchu tour and it was amazing. Our guides, Fredy Apaza and Ricardo were not only friendly and warm people, but EXTREMELY knowledgeable. They provided us with so much information not only about the sites but about the ancient and modern culture. Their peruvian pride really was special. They offered all help from advice with our stay in the city to taking all of our pictures. They gave us the most incredible experience. I would 100% recommend this tour to anyone, especially with our guides.
Highly Recommend
Amoroso was a fantastic guide. Would recommend to anyone. He was a very knowledgeable about the history of his ancestral land and went of his way to make sure our experience was as nice as possible.
Excellent
Seeing a new side of life made the whole trip that much more personal. Aside from Franz and Carlos guiding and teaching us about the Andean life, they had such high spirits that kept us going! I would ask for them specifically in my next trip!
Best experience EVER!
My friend and I did the Humantay Lake and Salkantay Pass Trek with the most awesome guide, Jorge! The views were amazing, the service was great! The meals included were delicious and they even give you snack packs for your day hikes. What made the experience great was Jorge. He was super friendly, kind, respectful and the best cheerleader. The treks are not a walk in the park, but Jorge shared interesting facts and the history of the places along the way making everything enjoyable. And whenever he noticed I was tired, he would cheer me on. Book this trip! You will not regret it. Muchas gracias Jorge!!!
Best 5 days ever
The Salkantay Classic 5 day was the most incredible experience of my life. Our guide Fredy Apaza Huarhua was absolutely outstanding. He was both knowledgeable and good-humored. He made sure everyone had a great time and was hugely supportive during tough times. I would 100% suggest this trek to anyone in great physical condition and a taste for adventure!
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With astonishingly varied landscapes, stunning scenery, compelling history, and a legacy of fascinating cultures, there is truly something for everyone. Our expeditions in Peru are designed to showcase all that this country has to offer.
Our expeditions in Peru are designed to showcase all that this country has to offer.
