About Us
A boutique tour operator creating private, author-crafted journeys across Chile and South America.
Larus - Latin for "seagull"
A bird that follows ships and knows no borders - and our journeys across Chile are built the same way. Larus is a creative project by two guides with many years of experience, based in Santiago. Together with trusted local colleagues, we design original, author-crafted routes across Chile, created by people who are truly in love with their work.
Curious travellers come to us - people who value attention to detail and genuine care at every step, from the first conversation about a future trip to the journey home. Trust us to gather a treasure worthy of your collection of memories.
The people behind Larus
Two guides. One vision.
Founder & Creative Lead
Anna Larus
I'm Anna, and I founded Larus after moving to Chile in 2013. Since then, I've been creating journeys across the country together with trusted colleagues.
In my free time, I enjoy drawing and working with clay, and I bring that same creative approach to my work.
Partner & Operations Lead
Svetlana Balin
I'm Svetlana, partner and co-owner of Larus. I've been working with the company since 2014 and today lead much of our day-to-day operations and guiding.
I coordinate complex itineraries, contribute to the development of new routes and travel products, and make sure our programs work just as well in practice as they do on paper.
Reviews
What Our Guests Say
A few recent reviews from our guests. More on TripAdvisor and Google.
Average rating from 58 reviews
All reviews
Megan Topping
January 2026
Wine Tour in Maipo Valley
Great tour of the wineries! Leo was our lovely guide who was very happy to translate at any of the wineries that didn't speak English and gave us lots of interesting information. The wineries were beautiful. Car was big and comfortable. Planning was thorough and they even made a quick reschedule for us the day before after we messed up our dates! So grateful. Highly recommend!
Noemi Slobodskaya
January 2026
New Year Atacama Desert & Patagonia Tour
It was an incredible trip, very well organized. Despite the complex logistics, everything was impeccable. The service was exceptional. All the tour guides were knowledgeable, friendly, and very patient in answering all our questions. 5 stars!
Valentin
August 2025
Santiago Full Day Tour & Valparaiso, Viña & Concon
There were six of us, and everyone came away with their own WOW moments. Panoramic views of Santiago from different, history-filled viewpoints helped us truly absorb the vibe and power of this vibrant, energy-filled city surrounded by the mighty Andes. And today’s mind-blowing meeting with Angela Mochi at the Attilio & Mochi winery was something truly special.
Olga K
February 2024
3-Day Excursion Program from Santiago
We had an interesting city tour in Santiago on Day 1 with our guide Elena, stopping at the main points of interest. On Day 2, we visited Viña del Mar, Valparaiso, Reñaca, and the Concon dunes. We then finished Day 3 in the Maipo Valley wine region and were pleasantly surprised by how knowledgeable our guide was about wine.
Krasimir S
January 2024
Chile & Peru Shore Excursions
Svetlana organized shore excursions for us during our cruise and after it as well. We visited Lima, Pisco, Arica, Coquimbo, Santiago, and Cusco. Everything went perfectly and was handled at a very professional level. Thank you!
Maria R
March 2023
3 Days in Torres del Paine
Thank you to Anna for organizing our two wonderful days in Torres del Paine National Park. We had a kids-friendly hiking day with children aged 7-10 along the Lago Sarmiento - Laguna Amarga route, and a scenic day with a boat trip to Grey Glacier. On the second day, our guide was Juan - an amazing and very charismatic guide. Highly recommended!