ABOUT TRIPIX AZORES

Born in Angola to an Italian mother and a Portuguese father, Matteo Carosi grew up between different cultures and landscapes. His relationship with the mountains began early, influenced by his grandfather and childhood experiences in the Italian Alps, while summers spent on Pico Island created a lasting connection with the Azores.

After graduating in Tourism, Matteo moved permanently to Pico in 2014. He later founded Tripix Azores, which he now leads as Founder & CEO, while continuing to work as a Professional Mountain Guide.

Since 2015, Matteo has completed 1,060+ ascents of Mount Pico, making the mountain his main professional and training ground. Thousands of hours spent guiding on Mount Pico have been complemented by technical training and mountain experience in different environments and altitudes.

His training includes ice climbing in Südtirol and rock climbing, alongside participation in international mountain expeditions and high-altitude ascents.

Over the years, he has faced altitude challenges in different mountain ranges:

• 2018 – Toubkal (4,100m), Morocco
• 2019 – Ice Climbing Course, Solda (Südtirol, Italy)
• 2020 – Ecuador Expedition: acclimatization peaks Cuicocha (3,246m), Fuya Fuya (4,290m), and Imbabura (4,609m); main summits Cayambe (5,790m), Cotopaxi (5,897m), and Chimborazo (6,263m)
• 2024 – Sierra de Gredos, Spain: La Galana (2,572 m); Sierra Nevada, Spain: Mulhacén (3,478 m)
• 2025 – Sierra Nevada, Spain: Mulhacén (3,478 m); Alps, Italy/France: Gran Paradiso (4,061 m) and Mont Blanc (4,806 m), via del Papa
• 2026 – Catalan Pyrenees, Spain: Pic dels Tres Estanys (2,758 m), Couloir de l’Andrea

Mount Pico remains central to Matteo’s professional life and preparation for future high-altitude objectives. His experience combines daily guiding, technical development and personal expeditions, with a continuing focus on learning, responsibility and mountain judgment.

For Matteo, guiding is not only about reaching a summit. It is about helping people experience the mountain with preparation, safety and respect — principles that also shape the way he leads Tripix Azores and its guiding team.

Son of one of the most experienced guides of Mount Pico, Bruno started climbing the mountain at a very young age, following in his father’s footsteps.

From an early age, he began gaining experience in guiding people up the mountain, until the moment came when he could turn this beloved activity into a way of life.

With his experience and knowledge, he hopes to provide a memorable and unique ascent to all those who accompany him, day after day, on Mount Pico.

Originally from Sal Island in Cape Verde, Márcio began his journey as a guide in 2008.

From an early stage, he developed a deep connection with nature, dedicating part of his path to exploring trails in arid environments, birdwatching, and engaging in conservation projects. Among these, his involvement in bird and sea turtle monitoring initiatives stands out.

Over the years, he has consistently invested in his training, with a strong focus on nature interpretation, best practices in natural areas, and sustainable tourism.

His fascination with the Azores began in 2010, growing stronger in 2016, when he and his family first envisioned building a life here. In 2022, he chose Pico Island as his home — a decision that quickly turned into a true passion.

It was also on Pico that he deepened his path in the mountains, becoming a mountain guide and expanding his experience into this new context, where he combines technical knowledge with his solid background in nature and interpretation.

Today, he is a great admirer of the resilience, creativity, and welcoming spirit of the people of Pico — values he recognizes and seeks to reflect in the way he lives and guides.

“Picarota” and passionate about her homeland, Joana is the one who takes care of our reservations with commitment and proactivity, always striving to tailor activities to our customers’ needs.

Her goal is to personalize every experience to the fullest, ensuring each guest feels unique and valued.

She has been part of the Tripix tribe since 2017 and brings contagious energy and a genuine smile to our office every day.

When it comes to answering emails, she undoubtedly has the fastest hands in the Azores, always providing prompt and efficient responses.

Born and raised on Pico Island, Gonçalo grew up with the sea at his doorstep and a deep passion for the islands he’s always called home.

From a young age, he found peace and wonder just by watching the ocean — a fascination that never left him.

Later, he chose to study Tourism, driven by a desire to help others discover what makes him feel so connected to this place.

Today, he shares the very best his island has to offer, ensuring every visitor enjoys an authentic, memorable experience — filled with the same magic that captivated him since childhood.

Born and raised in Lisbon, Joana returned to the Azores, where her maternal roots lie, and now works across the MMCC Group’s brands, combining communication, design and business development with a strong connection to the islands.

With a degree in Corporate Communication, a Master’s in Communication Design and a postgraduate degree in Digital Marketing, she brings together creative thinking, brand strategy and a practical approach to growth.

Her work spans brand development, communication, digital marketing, partnerships, e-commerce and new business opportunities across Tripix Azores and the Group’s wider portfolio of brands.

She is particularly focused on building strong, distinctive brands that communicate the authenticity of the Azores while creating meaningful connections with customers, partners and new markets.