Santiago Bejarano

Santiago Bejarano trained in Environmental Sciences in his native Ecuador and began his guiding career by bringing visitors to the jungle and highlands of Ecuador and the storied Galapagos Islands, where he worked as a naturalist. He later moved to Britain, where he lives with his British wife and their two children, and now divides his time between Ecuador and Europe. Santiago guides for us on the high trails of the Alps of France, Italy, and Switzerland. “Guiding gives me the chance to be a link between cultures and to share my passion for nature. It also allows me to spend a lot of time in a place I really love—out in nature itself.” He is fluent in English, Spanish, and German.

Upcoming Trips:

Bavaria and the Tyrol, July 7-14, 2012
Hiking the Haute Route, July 15-27, 2012
Great Alpine Traverse, September 1-16, 2012
Bavaria and the Tyrol, September 17-24, 2012

Client Testimonials:


One cannot ask more of a Trip Leader. Santiago did a superb job leading our group through the Alps. He is extremely knowledgeable of the many cultures, languages, and geography of the area. He did an outstanding job caring for the many members of our group.  He helped make our trip a wonderful and memorable experience. Steve D., Morgan Hill, CA
Great Alpine Traverse I can't imagine a better leader than Santiago. Elaine D., Newark DE
Great Alpine Traverse Santiago gets the highest marks. He was personable, diplomatic, resourceful, attentive, flexible, conscientious—everything a guide or trip leader should be and more. He made the trip a success. Earle L., Alta WY
Great Alpine Traverse
Santiago was great. Passionate about the area, history, and different cultures, genuinely interested in making sure that everyone had a good trip. Bruce D., Newar DE
Great Alpine Traverse Santiago was a true professional and a delight to be with. His knowledge of the trip, his ability to modify the trip (depending on the level of the hikers and the weather) were all attended to with great care and skill. We felt safe, comfortable, and enjoyed our time with him. A true pro. Marylou S., Cambridge, MA
Bavaria & the Tyrol