Meet the Team

In 2016, Simon Willis merged his knowledge of travel with his extensive experience in international education to form Kagumu Adventures. After working at Aiglon College in Switzerland, travelling five continents, and writing about his adventures, Simon is becoming part of a new transformative way of travel.

Mala has lived, worked and travelled in Colombia for over five years. She has extensive experience working with NGOs in education and social enterprises to help them maximize their positive impact on the world. She has also taught gymnastics, lacrosse and English along the way and run her own business.

Frogs and snakes appeal to Laura Rubio the most. An expert guide and biologist, Laura hails from Cali but now lives with her husband in Medellin. As well as an expert in reptiles and amphibians, Laura is a keen birdwatcher and rarely goes anywhere without a pair of binoculars. When she is not leading groups, Laura takes part in social and environmental initiatives in Medellin like the community organic garden she runs.

Ana Cristina grew up in the powerful, resilient Comuna 13 in Medellin and inspires people to look deeper into the city's history and hopeful future through her outstanding guiding and tour leading abilities. She has a particular penchant for working with students after working in Germany with adolescents and volunteering in Wales to support children with disabilities

Laura is a geologist who hates earthquakes and therefore prefers to have everything under control. She has worked as an administrative assistant for some years and is the one who supports Kagumu Adventures in maintaining order in the administrative processes.

Camila is well know as a thunder laughter and love to share and spread the joyful side.She’s always looking for communicate about the things she’s passionate about. A radar of visual stories, content creator, social media digital media manager and Ads who supports Kagumu’s marketing side.