INTERNATIONAL MOUNTAIN GUIDE

Zelaya

A life in the heights

Alps, Andes, Arctic and Himalaya. Technical training and international certifications, for those looking for real mountains — guided with judgment, no shortcuts.

BASEEurope
SCOPE4 continents
FORMATSmall groups
CERTIFICATIONInternational
ABOUT ME

Technical training,
mountain judgment.

From an Italian and Basque family, I was born in 1979 in Argentina. Since 1994 I've been linked to the outdoor world: mountain biking, trekking, hiking, canyoning, climbing and high-altitude exploration expeditions in Patagonia, Peru and Bolivia.

Over these thirty-plus years I've worked terrains like Aconcagua — a summit I did in a single day — Everest, and crossings in the North Arctic, covering different geographies alongside cartography of my own design, knowledge I built up through national and international training and mentorships.

In my expedition backpack I also carry hundreds of anecdotes — some funny, some not so much — and the experiences that helped me discover my true vocation: the love of exploring the outdoors with others. Since 2017 I've lived in the Alps, from where I work across different continents that offer multiple paths to explore, teach, or push your own goals.

I always work with small, private groups, where every activity becomes a shared mission and each participant gets my undivided attention, never spread too thin. That's what makes the adventure both fun and safe.

Track record30+ years in the mountains (since 1994)
CertificationIFMGA / UIAGM Mountain Guide
MilestonesAconcagua in a day · Everest · North Arctic crossing
ContinentsEurope · Americas · Arctic · Asia
BaseThe Alps, Europe (since 2017)
FormatPrivate groups of up to 5 · auxiliary guides for larger groups
IFMGA / UIAGM Certification
Bergrettungsdienst Österreich (Austrian Mountain Rescue)
Mountain Rescue
Rescue certification
NOLS
IN MOTION

This is what a
Zelaya expedition looks like.

EXPEDITIONS

Himalaya, Andes,
Alps and Lapland.

ASIA

Himalaya

High-altitude expeditions with base camp logistics and long-term preparation before the trip.

SOUTH AMERICA

Andes

Volcanoes and summits above 6,000 meters in Argentina, Bolivia and Peru, with progressive acclimatization and our own logistics on the ground.

EUROPE

Alps

Technical schools and classic ascents across Switzerland, Austria and France. Ideal as a first high-mountain expedition with close guidance.

ARCTIC

Lapland

Ski touring and exploration on Nordic glacier terrain, for those who already have a technical base and want a different kind of landscape.

WHO IT'S FOR

This isn't adventure tourism.
It's a real expedition.

01

Entrepreneurs & professionals

People with little time but high decision-making power, looking for a demanding, well-organized disconnect — no improvising.

02

Athletes & mountaineers

Those who already have a technical base and want concrete goals: a summit, a traverse, a level jump guided with judgment.

03

Adults with life experience

People with resources and a track record who value careful logistics, certified safety, and a pace built for them.

TESTIMONIALS

What those who
already summited say.

Augusto Ferreyra

"I don't have the necessary knowledge to describe you in your field. All I can express is my gratitude and the security you always made me feel on every expedition. You taught me everything from backpacking to repairing my damaged crampons on a glacier at 5,200 meters, and you brought me into my mother's arms."

— AUGUSTO FERREYRA
Maxi Tolosa

"You have a great combination, which instills a lot of confidence and knowledge experience, and a sense of responsibility for your team. Good memories, since each outing is unique! Going out into the mountains is a life lesson, and for that you need an environment of safety, trust, and motivation — and that's what we find on every expedition we do with you."

— MAXI TOLOSA
Hans

"The mood was great and we felt safe during the whole trip. With Pablo as our guide, we knew we were in good hands. Aside from a spectacular environment, we expected a tour that was chosen to be doable for us, and our expectations were definitely met."

— HANS
Video testimonial
Testimonial — Michel Rotthman
Real testimonials from clients of past expeditions.
CONTACT

Your next expedition
starts with a message.

Tell me which terrain interests you, your experience level, and the dates you have in mind. I'll reply personally to put together a tailored proposal.

BACKING

Certifications & Sponsors

The organizations and brands that accompany and certify the development of this activity — the technical and safety guarantee behind every expedition.

Certifications
IFMGA / UIAGM Certification Bergrettungsdienst Österreich Mountain Rescue Rescue certification NOLS
Sponsors
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