About Us
THE SOCOMPA JOURNEY
Two years of adventure,
20 years of passion.
Socompa, our remarkable endeavor born in 2004, started as a playful notion.
In search of a transformative adventure that would take me far from my Italian roots, I yearned for the other side of the world. A photograph of a 4×4 pick-up, taken in Ushuaia, Tierra del Fuego, years earlier, kindled a vision of liberation—a means for the life-altering change I craved.
Around 2002, a three-month sojourn brought me to Salta, where the high desert of the Central Andes, the Puna, cast its spell on me.
With that, in 2004, Socompa Adventure Travel was born: a website, a 4×4, and an inexhaustible well of passion.
We blazed a trail in adventure travel through the Argentinean Puna. In over 18 years, Socompa has ascended to become a leading private travel company in the Argentinean Northwest, powered by the finest team of guides in the region.
“More than 18 years later, Socompa has transformed my life, blessing me with a wife, Valentina—the true visionary behind it all—a family, new friends, a calling… a life that has materialized exactly as I once dared to dream.” –
Fabrizio
Our Journey Together
Since 2008, when my business partner Mariana Caliuolo joined me in this audacious venture, Socompa’s journey has been fortified by her expertise. With a degree in international relations and specialization in business management and intercultural development, Mariana has been an integral part of shaping our path.
Our Home
With a fervor for hands-on trip management, we’ve expanded the Socompa family. Our residence on the outskirts of Salta City now stands as the intimate Hotel Casa de Campo, a testament to the myriad worlds my wife, Valentina, and Mariana have crafted.
The Boldest Endeavor
Then came the Hostería de Altura El Peñón, Catamarca – a venture situated 500 km from Salta. Perched at 3400 meters above sea level in an oasis, this tranquil haven is home to 400 souls and boasts a backdrop that ranks among the world’s most breathtaking sights: the Campo de Piedra Pómez.
Socompa Lab
Driven by our commitment to sharing wisdom about quality, safety, and sustainability in adventure travel, we gave life to SocompaLab — our consultancy and training division. Thus far, this journey has been profoundly rewarding, resulting in the education of over 500 guides and tourism professionals, among others.
Today, Socompa touches the lives of approximately 60 passionate Argentinians, all united by their fervor for this region. We consider ourselves profoundly fortunate to be blessed with one of the most fulfilling vocations: making the dreams of travelers from every corner of the world a reality.
We await your arrival with bated breath.
Fabrizio and Valentina
After climbing volcanoes and mountains, exploring, finding and meeting, he set out to create something he couldn’t find in the travel market: a collection of adventure itineraries in the Argentine Puna, customised, unique for the traveller, important for the local people and sustainable for the environment. Socompa Adventure Travel is the end result of two years of full-time travel in search of new experiences… new adventures.
TRANSFORMATIVE JOURNEYS
Who We Are, Our Values, Our Vision.
At Socompa, we specialize in curating journeys that go beyond the ordinary. We invite you to embark on a voyage of transformation and transcendence, seeking the profound in remote and secluded landscapes. Our expertise lies in crafting intricately designed, bespoke trips, primarily in the rugged terrains of Northern Argentina, with a particular focus on the enigmatic Puna region. These experiences are facilitated through private 4×4 excursions led by accomplished local guides.
PASSION
It is the primary ingredient and driving force for exceptional, genuine and valuable work.
INSPIRATION
We are expert travel lovers and we organise memorable experiences. We show and communicate what we really travel.
CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION
We value innovation and understand the importance of being up to date and in constant transformation in order to provide the best service, highlighting the incorporation of technology, efficient processes and attention to detail.
PASSION
It is the primary ingredient and driving force for exceptional, genuine and valuable work.
INSPIRATION
We are expert travel lovers and we organise memorable experiences. We show and communicate what we really travel.
CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION
We value innovation and understand the importance of being up to date and in constant transformation in order to provide the best service, highlighting the incorporation of technology, efficient processes and attention to detail.
SYNERGY
We offer high quality services and are consistent in our actions. We respect what we promise and are dedicated to the customer, putting ourselves in their shoes to provide the best experience and the best solution.
TRUST
We offer highly complex trips, which is why our main focus is on logistics, operations and safety. Our expert team of guides are the pillars for the Socompa experience to be carried out with the highest safety standards.
TRAVELLING DIFFERENTLY - A TRANSFORMATIVE ADVENTURE
Unique journeys to popular and remote destinations, creating a transformative experience for inner reconnection. Traveling with Socompa is the ultimate adventure.
SYNERGY
We offer high quality services and are consistent in our actions. We respect what we promise and are dedicated to the customer, putting ourselves in their shoes to provide the best experience and the best solution.
SUSTAINABLE ADVENTURE
As we embark on a challenging new path, we know that we are also embarking on the adventure of learning, and of contributing to a sustainable and bright future.
MEET US
The Socompa team
At Socompa, we understand that our company is defined by its people. Our operational office is dedicated to overseeing every detail in the design, creation, development, and management of your journey. We’re with you every step of the way, 24/7, ensuring every moment is seamless and memorable.
Central to our success are our exceptional Adventure Travel Guides. They form the backbone of our operations, leading with the utmost commitment to quality and safety. Our team is composed of passionate professionals who are adept at providing experiences that exceed your expectations.
With Socompa, you’re not just embarking on a trip; you’re embarking on a journey led by a team that considers your adventure as important as their own.
