Our Staff
José Antonio Padilla Reyes
Jose Antonio Padilla Reyes is a seasoned naturalist and expert birding guide with over two decades of experience across South America. Born in Lima, Peru, he began his career in ecotourism at the age of 21 in the Tambopata National Reserve, in the heart of the Peruvian Amazon. Since then, he has led birding and wildlife photography tours throughout Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, and Ecuador.
Fluent in Spanish, English, and Portuguese, Jose Antonio combines deep regional knowledge with a passion for avian biodiversity. His career includes guiding in world-renowned birding hotspots such as Manu National Park, the Pantanal wetlands, and Cristalino Lodge in Brazil. He has worked with international companies such as Naturetrek Wildlife Holidays (UK) and Partnership International Birding. Today, he lives in Cusco, Peru, with his family and continues to lead immersive, conservation-oriented birding and photography expeditions across the Neotropics.
e-mail: jose_antonioperu@hotmail.com
- Languages: Spanish, English, Portuguese
- Specialties: Amazonian and Andean birds, rainforest ecology, wildlife interpretation, multilingual guiding
Ernesto Lenin Padilla Reyes
A Peruvian industrial engineer from the Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP), Ernesto Padilla specializes in the development of tourism businesses through personalized consulting, training, and the implementation of continuous improvement strategies—with a strong focus on Integrated Management Systems.
He works closely with our director, José Antonio Padilla, to strengthen key areas such as marketing, product development, operations, finance, sustainability, human resources, and customer service, enhancing efficiency and delivering measurable value across the entire tourism value chain.
e-mail: elpr74@gmail.com
Education:
Industrial Engineering – Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú (PUCP)
- Process optimization for tourism operations
- Strategic planning and business development
- Sustainability integration and quality management
- Training and capacity building for tourism professionals
Sheyla Marilin Cosio Béjar
With nearly 20 years of experience in the tourism industry, Sheyla Cosio brings unmatched expertise, professionalism, and passion to every aspect of travel planning and operations. Based in Cusco, the heart of the Inca Empire, she plays a key role in ensuring that every traveler’s experience is smooth, enriching, and unforgettable.
Sheyla is in charge of logistics and ground operations in Cusco, expertly coordinating everything from airport transfers and hotel arrangements to complex multi-day itineraries. She is also a specialist in organizing tours to Machu Picchu, crafting custom routes that highlight the iconic citadel, the Sacred Valley, Andean villages, and off-the-beaten-path treasures.
e-mail: Sheylacosio1@gmail.com
- Languages: Spanish (native), English (good)
- Location: Cusco, Peru
- Specialties: Machu Picchu and cultural tours, logistics coordination, itinerary design, and nature tourism
