Our philosophy is centred around creating unforgettable luxury vacations in Colombia. Through our unrivalled access to the most unique properties, combined with our handpicked local guides and experts, we create the type of luxury holiday that will be indelibly etched into your memories. If you want to discover all that this fascinating country has to offer, you’ve come to the right place.
Our strength is our local knowledge and understanding of the culture, gained over many years of living and working in Colombia. Through our on-the-ground presence and wide network we deliver a truly unique and memorable trip, specifically designed around your interests and needs.
We tailor every detail of your itinerary to your wishes, while leaving room for those spontaneous, unpredictable moments which are one of the joys of travel. Being locally based means we are always on hand to provide immediate assistance and 24 hour support. Whether you want to come for a short visit to see the highlights or you would like to immerse yourself here for a month or more, with Amakuna you are in the best hands to organise your dream holiday in Colombia.
MARC BEALE
Co-Founder
A British national, Marc was educated at The London School of Economics before attending the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst and serving in the British Army. After leaving the army, he landed in Cartagena in 2004 and travelled all around Colombia, meeting his future wife along the way. On returning to the UK he worked as a fund manager for BlackRock in London. Visiting Colombia numerous times over the years, he took the plunge in 2011 and moved to Medellin. He continued to work in the financial markets across Latin America, while helping his wife establish her own successful educational travel company. He started Amakuna as he is passionate about seeing Colombia fulfill its potential as a world-class holiday destination.
BORIS SECKOVIC
Co-Founder
A dual British-Croatian national, Boris was educated in London. After working in brand management for the BBC he became a management consultant for Accenture, before completing his MBA at IESE Business School in Barcelona. Traveling extensively he first set foot in Colombia in 2006, after which he returned to London to continue his career in real estate investment management.
He went on to manage a prestigious family office in Croatia before moving to Medellin with his Colombian wife and daughter in 2014. Highly passionate about the country’s culture and an accomplished accordion player of the native Vallenato folk music, he started Amakuna with a vision of sharing this passion and love for all that is Colombia.