Reviews

My friend and I (two girls in our mid-twenties) did the Annapurna Circuit and absolutely loved it! Our guide Ram and porter Bir were the best we could have wished for and took such good care of us. When I struggled with infected blisters, Ram accompanied me to the doctor and was so supportive, regularly checking on how I felt and changing our itinerary where necessary to make sure I could do it.
Next to that, we also had so much fun together during the trek and we felt really safe and supported. Ram and Bir were both extremely nice company and not only did we laugh a lot, we also learned so much about the area and Nepali culture. After this experience, I'm hooked and will definitely ask them again!

Unbelievable trip, the whole of Nepal and the expedition itself. So many amazing memories and photos.
The guys at Nepal nirvana trails were incredibly helpful, Kul (KP) made it all happen and pulled on some connections he knew to make sure things went as smoothly as they did for us, which was so important as there’s a lot of organised chaos in general. It was unbelievable to have a safe pair of hands and managed to get our excursion fitted into our time frame even though there were different issues at the airport effecting all groups.
Our guide Uttar was just so amazing and very funny. On a serious note uttar stepped in when we needed medical assistance and literally went the extra mile, heading out in the dark to pick up meds a couple of hours away. On a less serious note, he kept the group laughing and was very informative throughout the whole trip. It is essential you have a mountain guide such with this level of knowledge when the likes of altitude sickness are at play.
Can’t recommend the guys enough.

After an exhilarating 8-day trek in the Langtang Valley in Nepal, I can't help but praise the incredible skill of Nepal Nirvana Trails and Resham, my guide. His knowledge of the area, his ability to navigate the mountain trails and his dedication to my well-being made the entire experience memorable. Thanks to his expertise, I was able to explore wonderful places safely, learning a lot about the local culture along the way. His kindness and patience made the trip even more enjoyable. I would highly recommend this planner and guide to anyone who wants to explore the beauty of the Langtang Valley.

I went on a solo trek to Poon hill. Traveling as a single lady feeling safe and being safe is very important to me. Abinash my guide always smiling and very helpful at every step of the way. I knew Abinash from a EBC trek I did last year in a group trip, coming back to Nepal for a short spring hike was easy to arrange. The weather was perfect and the sky was clear. Spent some time in Pokhara too on the lake and did the must shopping. Here it was great to have Abinash come along as he made sure I got a good price. Food, weather and company was perfect for this solo trip. I highly recommend this to other solo travels or small groups if you are looking for a trip that is off script to the traditional tours.

Amazing experience with this company! We really enjoyed every single day with our guide Dipak, always joking and laughing and our strong and fun porter Raj. They took care of us during our 6 days trekking to ABC. They made the trip even better and the views all the way up were incredible. Good food, perfect views, mountain life and positive thinking! Namaste! ❤️

With a group of 4 friends we did the Kanchanjunga trek during the month of March 24. The 3 weeks trek was extremely well organised by KP and his team. We got a detailed and realistic itinerary suitable for our fitness level before the start of the trek. During the trek itself we even got the freedom to adjust the proposed itinerary by taking a jeep to skip a piece of construction site and staying at a different accomodation than planned.
The company values customer care and clear communication. During the trek they checked in with the guide and us if everything was going well.
Our guide Jangbu Scherpa was a true expert and knew the surrounding area by heart. He was very helpfull towards us as trekkers but also towards guesthouse owners. His enthousiasm and friendliness was truly infectious. We could not have wished for a better guide.
Nirvana trails is the company to choose for trekking in Nepal because of their professionalism and knowledge.

I always trek with Nepal Nirvana Trails every time I come to Nepal. KP and his staff handle everything perfectly, friendly and professional plus their knowledge means me and the group were in safe reliable hands. Our guide, Jangbu Sherpa, honestly made the trip. He was the perfect guide and everything went smoothly due to his experience. I won't trek with anyone else, Nepal Nirvana Trails are the best!

My boyfriend and I just finished our trek through the Annapurna Circuit with trusty guide Bhairus and our porter Sapte. I could not have more good things to say!! Bhairus was extremely knowledgeable about the mountains, quick to point things out and answer my boyfriend and my hundreds of questions on things like rocks, animal sounds, the Nepalese language, Nepalese customs, and (of course) the landscape. Bhairus also clearly takes a ton of pride in his work as a guide. He likes to know which guest houses are best and was always careful to check our rooms before we went in and make sure our food was up to standards. He coordinated the logistics of our entire trip, which meant that all my boyfriend and I had to do was have a great time. He also knows his stuff! He has been working in the mountains for more than 20 years, starting as a porter and then transitioning to a guide. Other guides from other companies were calling him for advice! A good chunk of the Annapurna Circuit involves preparing for the Thorong La pass, in particular the high altitude that crossing it entails. Bhairus was always careful to make sure we were drinking enough water, and he regularly checked for symptoms to make sure that we would not suffer from altitude sickness. We joked that he was our "Mountain Doctor," but it was (no joke) seriously a relief to have him around monitoring. As for the Thorong La pass... it is not easy. I seriously don't think I could have made it through without Bhairus. He knew exactly what to do in every situation. He is patient and unflappable. I really needed his reassuring presence and knowledge to get me through that. Bhairus, thank you! Separately, the guide on these treks basically becomes part of your experience and part of your trekking family, so it's important to have someone that you get alone with. Bhairus was excellent in that way. He made us feel comfortable. He likes to joke and has a humility about him that is very approachable. If I do another trek through the Himalayas, I would 100% choose Bhairus again. After we said goodbye at the end of the trek, my boyfriend and I legitimately missed him. He is a genuinely good person. We need more Bhairus-es in the world.
And then, of course, we have Sapte! Sapte, our porter, was incredibly kind and helpful. He was always willing to do anything he could to make our trip more comfortable. At one point, my boyfriend's cramp ons broke, and we asked Sapte to ask the guest house if they had pliers, and he tried to fix the cramp ons himself using his own teeth! We luckily stopped him, and the guest house had pliers, but I mention this because it shows the great lengths Sapte was willing to go to to make sure we had a great experience. He is in training to become a guide in the future (guides have to be porters for at least 3 years before becoming a guide), so he was particularly helpful throughout the process. Plus, he is adorable! We all played cards together a few nights, and the expressions on Sapte's face of pure, sweet joy when playing are wonderful. He also seemed to be helpful for Bhairus, who was able to tag team with him when, for example, our itinerary changed and Sapte could run ahead to make sure a guest house was free. Bhairus and Sapte clearly know each other well, and it was cool to see them interact. We loved Sapte and would definitely work with him again.
Overall, my experience with Nepal Nirvana was excellent from start to finish. I spoke with several agencies prior to booking, and Nepal Nirvana was by far the most responsive to my questions. They were also able to work with different budgets and be flexible on the itinerary dependent on my needs. The owner, KP, called several times during my trek to make sure things were going well. He also obtained tickets for my boyfriend and I to get back to Kathmandu and had helpful suggestions on how to make sure the transfer went as smoothly as possible. Nepal Nirvana is a newer company, and it seems that KP started it after himself working as a guide for many years. That experience comes through with the quality guides and their knowledge of these mountains.
As to the trek itself, Annapurna Circuit is beautiful, and it is also not for the faint of heart. That Thorong La pass is no joke, and I meant what I said above about needing Bhairus to get me through it. To be honest, if I could have the beauty of the rest of the trek without having to go through the pass, I'd take it. Some people see the pass as an achievement and appreciate it for that reason, so depends on who you are. Also, the Annapurna Circuit involves walking on a lot of road, not trail, which appears to be a rarity among the Himalaya treks. My boyfriend and I chose the Annapurna Circuit because it is so famous, but had I known about the amount of time we'd be walking on road and the true SUCK that is the Thorong La pass, I might have chosen a different trek. But, Nepal Nirvana and KP do many, many treks, and you might consider asking for their advice on which trek to do depending on what you're looking for.
Bottom line: Highly recommend Nepal Nirvana; Bhairus is the man, and Sapte is awesome.