Jordan Harvey

An intrepid traveler, Harvey is a master of ambitious itineraries that highlight the natural wonders of this region, like kayaking at the face of Perito Moreno Glacier or horseback riding in Los Glaciares National Park. His secret? Working with guides born in the area. His past trips have included rappelling on Cerro López in Patagonia, a helicopter tour of Argentina's Darwin Ridge, and a penguin-spotting adventure on Isla Martillo, off the coast of Ushuaia, Argentina. Whether Harvey is planning an off-the-grid adventure trip or a luxury wellness-focused itinerary, he takes pride in creating the most unique and memorable trips possible for his clients. He and his team have spent countless hours over the years vetting small regional providers and establishing relationships with some of the top guides in South America, all to better build the innovative excursions his clients rave about.

He's keeping an eye on new hotels in the area, such as Explora El Chaltén. "This is Explora's first truly small property, set in a private reserve with nearby access to the iconic hikes of Laguna de Los Tres and Cerro Torre," says Harvey. Another highlight: the family-run Futangue Hotel in Chile's Northern Patagonia. "Set in its own private natural reserve, this is one of the lushest areas of Chile," he says. "It's totally remote, with a wide range of excursions, from rafting, fly-fishing, hiking, biking, and beyond."

ADDITIONAL SPECIALTIES: Peru, Ecuador, and the Galápagos Islands

Languages Spoken: English and Spanish

Minimum Daily Spend: From $400 per person

Trip Planning Fees: None

Contact Info

jordan@knowmadadventures.com | 612-315-2894 | Telluride

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Testimonial

"My husband and I have worked with Jordan and his team at Knowmad Adventures on two trips to South America. We didn't think we could beat our first trip to Buenos Aires, Patagonia, and Iguazu Falls. But our second trip (Machu Picchu, the Amazon, and Lima) was even more spectacular. The Knowmad staff are all South America experts, and Jordan has a vast network of in-country guides. Every detail of every day has been thoroughly vetted, and there are contingencies in place in case of a problem. All excursions and guides are top-notch, professionalm and always had our safety in mind. Jordan's team left thoughtful notes for us whenever we arrived at new accommodations. I could go on and on. But let me say it this way: we are planning our third trip with Knowmad for next year, this time bringing our adult children. I couldn't imagine having a better partner in this process than Jordan and his team!" — Michele C.

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