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Samaipata

Q: When was Samaipata last fund created?

Samaipata last fund was created/launched in 2026-03-13.

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Investor type

Founded

2016

AUM

$210 M

Location

London, England, United Kingdom

Investment Ticket

$1-5 m

Investment Stage

Seed Series A

Region of investment

North America Europe

Investor profile last updated: 24 August, 2026

Profile

Samaipata is a venture capital firm based in Europe, founded in 2016, with a focus on backing technology entrepreneurs. They are made up of a diverse team committed to empowering visionaries who think differently and dare to better the world. Samaipata positions itself uniquely by not only providing capital but also offering operational support through their Founder Success platform, aiming to drive impactful change with every investment.

The firm invests in tech companies emphasizing on sectors such as AI, SaaS, and marketplace solutions. They typically participate in early-stage rounds, including Seed and Series A, with check sizes ranging from $1-5 million. Samaipata operates primarily in Europe and has established a comprehensive platform that enables them to offer ongoing support to their portfolio companies. With their latest fund, Samaipata III, they are managing €110 million to push forward new technological advancements.

Notable investments include businesses like VIVLA - a real estate tech company, Resident Advisor - a music event platform, and Spotahome - housing rental service. Samaipata leverages its strategic position to identify and partner with high-growth potential companies that are ready to innovate and scale in a rapidly changing market.

Industry

AI Software SaaS Real Estate Media and Entertainment Foodtech Food and Beverage Fintech Financial Services Fashion/Beauty E-commerce/Marketplace Digital Consumer Services (B2C) Consumer Products Business Services (B2B) Machine Learning (ML) Logistics Technology HealthTech Transportation

Samaipata Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
Fund I	Venture Capital (VC)	Business Services (B2B) Digital E-commerce/Marketplace Fashion/Beauty Fintech Foodtech Real Estate SaaS AI HealthTech Logistics	Pre-seed Seed	North America Europe	$5-10 m	$21 M	November 2015
Fund II	Venture Capital (VC)	Business Services (B2B) Digital Fintech SaaS Software AI HealthTech Logistics	Pre-seed Seed	Europe	$5-10 m	$110 M	December 2021
Samaipata III	Venture Capital (VC)	Financial Services Fintech Food and Beverage Foodtech Real Estate Software Transportation E-commerce/Marketplace SaaS AI Technology	Pre-seed Seed Series A	North America Europe	$5-10 m	$70 M	March 2026

Contacts

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Jose del Barrio Founding Partner

Founding Partner

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Luis Garay Partner at Samaipata

Partner at Samaipata

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FAQs about Samaipata

Is Samaipata a venture capital or private equity firm?

Samaipata is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Seed and Series A, writing tickets of $1-5 m.

Where is Samaipata located?

Samaipata is located in London, England, United Kingdom.

When was Samaipata founded?

Samaipata was founded in 2016.

What sectors and industries does Samaipata invest in?

Samaipata invests in companies and startups in AI, Software, SaaS, Real Estate, Media and Entertainment, Foodtech, Food and Beverage, Fintech, Financial Services, Fashion/Beauty, E-commerce/Marketplace, Digital, Consumer Services (B2C), Consumer Products, Business Services (B2B), Machine Learning (ML), Logistics, Technology, HealthTech, Transportation.

What is Samaipata geographical focus of investments?

Samaipata invests in companies and startups in North America, Europe.

At what stages of companies and startups does Samaipata typically invest in?

Samaipata invests in companies and startups at Seed, Series A.

What is the usual amount of Samaipata investment?

Samaipata usually invests $1-5 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for Samaipata?

Samaipata has around $210m assets under management.

When was Samaipata last fund created?

Samaipata last fund was created/launched in 2026-03-13

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