About Us
We are an international team who call Santiago, Chile home and Patagonia our backyard. Our team is a diverse group of trekkers, cyclists, foodies, wine-o’s and dreamers with various nationalities that speak over five languages—all brought together by an entrepreneurial spirit and an unquenchable thirst for connecting to the culture and nature of South America. We take the time to get to know everyone who comes to our door, to create a travel experience that you can’t get anywhere else. To us, luxury is found outside of one’s comfort zone, in unexpected moments that take your breath away. We believe the best souvenir is a new perspective.
The Upscape Difference
Upscape Access
We’ve spent years developing a local network for you to have access to people, places that are hard (or impossible!) to find elsewhere.
Personal guiding
This trip is fully guided with a professional guide who is experienced in the topics this trip explores.
24/7 Travel Support
We provide complete travel planning support from the moment you contact us until after you arrive home, including 24/7 on-the-ground support during your trip.
TESTIMONIALS
Our Team
The Team
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Jorge Swett General Manager
Jorge is an engineer and photographer who was born in Viña del Mar, but has also lived in the US and Patagonia. He discovered the joy of traveling when he was 18, and since then, has never stopped. His favorite spot is Patagonia, where he has shot some of his best photos.
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Sira Berté Founder
Sira Berté knew she hadn’t seen the last of South America after studying in Ecuador for a year in college. Sira worked in consulting for the Chilean Ministry of Economy, Ford Foundation, & UNDP, as well as in executive education, all of which helped provide the seed capital for Upscape.
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Brian Pearson Founder and CEO
U.S. native Brian Pearson is the founder of Upscape. Since arriving to Chile in 2003, he has established and directed one of South America’s leading tour operators offering unique and exciting trips featuring the best of the Southern Cone.
Latest Press
“Knapp believes that país “will be a pillar in the future of fine wine production in Chile.” Brian Pearson, the founder of Upscape, a company that delivers travelers to boutique wineries in the Maule Valley, agrees.”
“Upscape’s day-long bike trip brings thirsty cyclists to award-winning wineries such as Emiliana and Loma Larga Vineyards. The coastal breeze provides the perfect temperature for cool-climate viticulture and ideal cycling conditions.”
“On a trek with Upscape Travel, spend nine days traversing areas like the recently-opened Patagonia National Park.”