Abstract In planning and drilling Geopark's exploratory wells, we faced a host of challenges: complex geology, torque and drag limits, pump placement needs, rig constraints, and critical casing depth decisions. Drawing from three years of campaign data, we pursued steady BHA improvements and refined operational tactics. These efforts cut hole tortuosity and drilling times, while closed-loop automation slashed casing runs by 31%. The results included 35% fewer downlinks and a 33% ROP gain in the