Francisco Valle, Chilean with studies in tourism enterprises at the University of Madrid, Spain. Founder of Altue Active Travel, Chile's pioneer adventure travel company, he introduced whitewater rafting to his countrymen for the first time. Since 1978 he has investigated the geography, history, and culture of his country, constantly exploring new places and making first descents of rivers that are now considered famous adventure destinations. He has a passion for nature and a deep understanding of traditional cultures that he loves to share with his travel companions. Besides his office work in Santiago and his country-wide explorations, Francisco is an accomplished bilingual tourist guide with 19 years of experience. He is in charge of the operational branch of Altue, looking after the quality and safety of the different trips. During the summer, he is usually found in Chiloé Island (northern Patagonia) managing the Lake District activities in the Andean fjords and the sea kayaking operations. He says, "Since turning 40, I have been changing the adrenaline of whitewater rafting for the serene spirit of sea kayaking."

Carmen Gloria Riquelme, also named "Yoyi" is one of our guides in Northern Patagonia with a degree in a tourism enterprises. She is an enthusiastic sea kayaker and open air activities. With a big knowledge in the culture of Chiloé island, she runs with her husband the Altue Sea Kayaking center, assuring with her touch the best quality trips.