Born in Urubamba, Peru’s Sacred Valley, Francis has had personal contact with Andean highland communities and cultures throughout his life. As a nine-year old boy eager for adventure and exploration, he joined his father on hikes through the high mountains and high Amazon. This is when he started feeling connected to the land, to its remote local communities, indigenous people, archaeological sites and the wildlife he and his father would stumble upon in the wilderness.

Francis earned his tourism degree at the University of Cusco and spent his early professional years working as a naturalist park ranger in various Peruvian protected areas. This gave him an opportunity to absorb the landscapes firsthand, and launched him in the following years into embracing deeper investigations into geology, anthropology, history and nature—essential elements for interpretation of Peruvian and South American nature and culture.

Over years he has built up an intuitive, genuine and sincere approach for people and nature, and the relations between them. His passionate and inspiring soul enhances any visit to cultural sites such as Machu Picchu, Cusco and the Sacred Valley.

Francis is passionate about Andean anthropological studies, particularly native costumes, traditions and social customs. He also enjoys teaching and sharing with others his vast knowledge of the flora and fauna of the Andes and Amazon rain forest. His expert knowledge of his country, combined with his charm and enthusiasm, have made him an ideal Natural Habitat Expedition Leader in the remote areas of Peru’s Amazon and Andes since 2000.