OUR DREAM COME TRUE
DESTINO MONTAÑA IS VANI AND JOACO
As professional guides, we add our personal touch of comfort and care to every trip, turning each experience into something truly unique and unforgettable. We love sharing the sense of wonder that each landscape brings us — the same ones that have shaped our path — while offering a glimpse of who we are, whether it’s through a good mate or a delicious asado.
HELLO, I’M VANINA BERTOLINI
Higher Technician in Mountain Activities specialized in Trekking
Fourteen years ago, I discovered the world of trail running. Mendoza, with its mountains, is the perfect place for this activity.
That’s when I first climbed Cerro Comición, located at 2100 masl in the Mendoza foothills, and my perspective on mountain ascents changed forever. From that moment on, a journey began — one that led me to study and graduate as a professional guide, summiting peaks all along the Andes of Mendoza.
I love sharing my curiosity with people eager to start new adventures and helping them achieve their dreams. Today, I enjoy living and sharing this love for the mountains with Joaquín and our little Olivia.
HELLO, I’M JOAQUÍN SALINAS
Higher Technician in Mountain Activities specialized in Trekking
My journey into mountain adventures began over 18 years ago in the Sierras of Córdoba, where I was born. Over time, I have explored higher and more challenging peaks.
I came to Mendoza to fulfill my dream of becoming a professional guide and living from what I love. I combine this passion with organizing the logistics behind every adventure and offering personalized service to each of our travelers.
Thanks to my deep knowledge of the Andes, I can offer you advice that will make your experience truly unique.
INSPIRED BY A PASSION FOR EXPLORING THE ANDES
With over 10 years of experience, we stand out for our professionalism, respect, and commitment to every traveler, ensuring the highest quality in all of our services. Our goal is to offer you unique hiking and trekking adventures that connect you with the beauty of nature — journeys that become memories you’ll cherish forever.
MORE THAN A TEAM
Meet our big family.
FEDERICO AGUIRRE
Trekking Guide (EPGAMT) / Wilderness First Responder
Fede was born in Catamarca and had his first encounter with the mountains at the age of 16, when he took a course with his father and brother — and he hasn’t stopped exploring ever since. After studying at EPGAMT (School of High Mountain and Trekking Guides), he joined us to keep adding adventures and helping people achieve their goals, sharing his passion for the mountains. Some of his favorite summits include Ojos del Salado, Tupungato, Aconcagua, and Volcán San Francisco.
ANDRÉS GRIFFOULIERE
Mountain Guide (EPGAMT) / Wilderness Emergency Technician
“Colo” is a true nature lover who knew from an early age that the mountains would be his home. He trained at the CAM Mountain School (Mendoza Mountain Club), EPGAMT, and UIMLA. His expeditions span Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, and even Nepal, where he trekked to Everest Base Camp and around the Annapurna Circuit, along with an expedition to Kilimanjaro. With 22 Aconcagua summits under his belt, Colo always has an epic story to tell.
SOFÍA COSTA
Trekking Guide (EPGAMT) / Wilderness First
Sofi grew up in San Pedro, a town by the Paraná River in the province of Buenos Aires. Over the years, she fell in love with the mountains and found her second home in the Cuyo region. She is a physical education teacher and a trekking guide, with a summit list that includes Adolfo Calle, El Plata, Vallecitos, El Salto, Santa Elena, along with several peaks in Catamarca, Salta, and Jujuy. A lover of outdoor journeys, Sofi always brings contagious enthusiasm to every adventure.
CHRISTIAN ESTEVEZ
Tourism Technician / Mountain Guide (EPGAMT) / Wilderness First
Chris was born in Bariloche but grew up in Mendoza, where he fell in love with the mountains. Becoming a guide was a life choice — a special way of connecting with the mountains. He has worked for 8 years in Aconcagua Park and has explored Patagonia, Peru, and Bolivia, always seeking new mountains to conquer. His passion for rock and ice climbing keeps him constantly on the move.
LUCAS BERTOLANI DEMARIA
Trekking Guide (EPGAMT) / Archaeology Student
Lucas has lived in Potrerillos for 18 years, thanks to his parents’ decision to raise him surrounded by mountains. “Morteritos,” practically his backyard, was where he began his love for mountain adventures, with his first ascent of Morro del Cerro Negro. His passion led him to train at the CAM Mountain School and at EPGAMT. At 16, he summited Cerro Plata, and since then, he has conquered many more, including Aconcagua at 18 and Ojos del Salado at 20. He is currently pursuing a degree in Archaeology at UNCuyo.
CERTIFICATION AND SAFETY
We are an Adventure Tourism agency in Mendoza, officially certified by Emetur, the province’s tourism authority. Your safety and satisfaction are our top priorities.
GET READY TO DISCOVER THE MOST EXTRAORDINARY PLACES AND LANDSCAPES IN MENDOZA!
HAVE YOU CHOSEN YOUR NEXT DESTINATION YET?
We offer a wide range of activities, adapted to your preferences and physical condition. From the very first message, we’ll provide personalized guidance, taking care of every detail to make sure you enjoy a perfect adventure. Get ready to discover the most extraordinary places and landscapes in Mendoza!