Reviews

The BEST trekking company in Nepal. Truely I could not fault this company and the incredible experience and safety they provided. We laughed and smiled the whole way with our guide Uttar and porter Prajil (I recommend asking for them, they are incredible at their jobs).

We actually did the ANNAPURNA CIRCUIT TREK + TILICHO LAKE - 18 Days

We were delayed a day entering Nepal and Kul and his team were very adaptable to our needs. They picked us up at the airport at 11pm and had a hotel ready for us on arrival. The quality was lovely, basic and clean.

We met at Nepal Nirvana Trails office in Thamel and Kull welcomed us with open arms. We got to know each other, introduced us to Uttar our Guide and Prajil our Porter (also a guide). Aside from running us through the necessary details and payments, the best thing to hear from them was: “we are here to guide, not control, it is your holiday.” We felt safe, and unrestricted. The strongest part of the companies planning was starting at lower altitude (850m) and having two days of hiking at the beginning of the journey to gently move us up to higher altitude and condition you for the physical journey ahead.

After purchasing some essentials they recommended we set off the next day. Private car to the public bus for the 8 hour travel to Bhesisahar. The start was hot humid days and some very steep ascending but the scenery made it so worth it.

From the very first day to our last, Utter and Prajil checked in on us every chance they could but had no problem with us trekking at our own pace (ahead or behind). They were the perfect balance of being on top of things and relaxed. Most days we laughed to tears and played cards and enjoyed getting to know them, their life in Nepal and educated us on culture, religion and the mountains.

As we got to the Manang district, I started to feel the altitude, headaches, some nausea, but our guides didn’t make a big deal of this and they knew exactly how to help us and the design of the trek is perfectly curated to ensure the acclimatisation is achieved and you’re safe.

One of the best parts of the journey, aside from the stunning views and scenery was the chance to change our days a little to see more. A special day was experiencing the Buddhist monetary of Upper Pissang with our guide Uttar who took us through the ritual of the temple and we made a blessing for good weather for our journey ahead…the next morning we had a clear vision of Annapurna II at sunrise and for the whole journey we saw every peak.

Utter offered us to make the journey to Tilicho Base Camp in one day instead of two as we were strong and trekking well which was perfect because we then eventually added that day to Pokhara at the end.

We did the Tilicho Lake addition and that was an incredible experience. I found the altitude effects a lot more than most (but it’s normal and can happen to anyone). The ascent to 4990m was hard but Utter and Prajil stuck by me, walked slowly with me and kept the mood high and happy. Once we got to the top, it was absolutely incredible and the most incredible morning. One of the greatest experiences of my life.

After that, we made the days trekking to High Camp for Tharong-La Pass. This is where altitude really started to catch up with me. But I communicated with Utter and Prajil every step of the way and they were so incredible and making sure I was okay and doing all I could to help. It should be noted that EVERYONE at the camp was feeling the altitude at that point so unless you’re debilitated, you’re not alone.

The hike to The Pass at 5415m was the toughest yet. I pushed myself to complete it and I’m so glad I did. My symptoms were not worse just very strong but Utter walked with me slowly the whole way, even taking my pack to ease my burden and making it to the top was the greatest feeling in the world. We all hugged and they were so proud of us.

The descent was the hardest part. I recommend if you have average knees to bring some braces to support you on the way.

A special experience was in Muktinath and all our guides came together and took us to the temple where we ran under the fountains and got blessed by a monk. Truely unique.

The rest of the trek was a jeep ride to Tatopani where we stopped at the monestary in Kagneni. The other days were a beautiful time walking down to low altitude through serene villages and rainforest. We even stopped for a swim in a rarely swam in river while our Jeep to Pokhara waited for the road to clear.

Oh, and our final night together, Uttar and Prajil gifted us a scarf each as a blessing of respect.

Accomodation, main meals and tea/coffee is taken care of by the initial cost of the hike. They even put us up an extra night in Pokhara with the extra day we had up our sleeve, all transport was paid for and they even had our last night in Kathmandu taken care of.

Most places aside from the high altitude villages had very nice lodging and food. The food was usually consistently appetising (I suggest ordering more Nepali food as it will be better made). Take a lot of cash with you as prices up high will be quite dear. Drink lots of water, take sunscreen, prepare for the weather to change daily and TIP YOUR GUIDE AND PORTER. These guys go above and beyond for you and I couldn’t have done it without them.

Don’t hesitate to book with Nepal Nirvana Trails. After experiencing many guides and porters on our journey, none compared to Uttar and Prajil for their expertise and friendship. They are truely family and take care of you like so.

Worth every cent and I’ll be booking my future treks with them, every time.

Thank you Uttar, Prajil and Kul for the greatest experience of my life.

Panoramic trek in the SoluKhombu valley. The whole trek was excellently organized by the head of the company Krishna (KP), quick and effective email exchange. Raj the guide and the two porters Raj and Lakpa were very kind, smiling, creating a very peaceful environment. Good and always fresh food in every place, clean places to sleep. I recommend company and trekking, truly excellent quality-price!

Nice first trek in Nepal, beautiful views and panorama on the bigs ones. It was not very hard. The guide Raju and the 2 porters lapna and raju were super nice as all the poeple we met in these mountains. Food was great also.. The agency is serious, the guide is attentive to the well-being of the hikers. Very good first meet with Nepal mountains and people.

Jangbu is the best tour guide in all of Nepal . His friend pasang is joint best as well . Everyone must buy their tour in the himalaya and give them big tip. I think it’s the best tour I’ve ever been on . They take me mountain they scare off the bears . They get rid of leaches . They are not very good at cards though . Again the best tour maybe in Asia or the world . I book 3 or 4 more with my family

After going with an alternative company to Annapurna base camp, the people I was with could no longer continue and I was passed on to Dipak. He was an unbelievable guide, making me feel part of the group instantly, he was incredibly enthusiastic and gave plenty of time for stopping for water, food and snacks!
He had plenty of tips, stories and supplies to help along the way making me feel really safe when I was with him.
He made sure to take it slow as to not induce altitude sickness and was very encouraging the whole way up! Thank you Dipak for all your help and guidance ! I will be coming to Nepal again and will be sure to use him as my guide! Thank you Dipak for being so considerate and inclusive! The best guide in the whole of Nepal and I would 100% recommend him and this company!

I had done some research of treks and came across Pikey peak and I am so happy I did. Along the trek it was just myself, the guide Jangbu (who has a great knowledge of the Everest region), and the porter Pasang (who can carry a car if he wanted). My experience is something I will remember and I recommend it for anyone that wants to experience a less busy trek. I also highly recommend requesting for Jangbu and Pasang as they are the reason for my great memories.

Amazing trek with our wonderful guide Dipak, who took excellent care of us!
Had the best time and I definitely will be back for another Trek with Nepal Nirvana Trails

Dipak has been our guide for 5 days from Pokhara to Annapurna Base Camp. It has been a pleasure to meet him as he was very professional and nice. He took care of our group for any need we had and guided us very well during the trek. He also told us a lot of stories about Nepal and its culture. The trip has been organised very well and everything was as expected. Thanks to Nepal Nirvana Trails and obviously to our great guide Dipak! 🙂