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Walk the Himalaya with Himalaya Treks

Locally-led treks, climbs and cultural journeys across Nepal — planned around acclimatisation, guided by the people who live on the route.

  • 4.9 on Google
  • 3,000+ trekkers a year
  • Fully customisable

Where we walk

Destinations across Nepal

From the Annapurnas to the Everest region, Manaslu, Langtang, and the trans-Himalayan valleys of Mustang.

Bhutan

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Bhutan cultural itineraries -- Paro, Thimphu, Punakha, Bumthang -- offered alongside the Nepal catalogue as extensions or standalone journeys.

India

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From the Char Dham pilgrimage in Uttarakhand to the high passes of Ladakh, India’s Himalaya is bigger, drier and culturally different from Nepal’s. We run small trekking expeditions across the Garhwal

Nepal

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We guide expeditions across Nepal, home to eight of the fourteen peaks exceeding 8,000 meters, including Mount Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu. Our routes traverse deep river gorges, alpine pastures, and

Tibet

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Lhasa, Kailash and overland journeys across the Tibetan plateau, run in partnership with our Lhasa-based operator.

Featured trips

Our most-booked itineraries

Classic treks, expedition support and cultural journeys — priced and dated, ready to book.

What you can do with us

Activities on and off the trail

Teahouse trekking, expedition climbs, peak crossings, cultural tours and helicopter itineraries.

Nepal offers one of the most dramatic canyon jumps in the world, situated at The Last Resort gorge just a few hours outside Kathmandu. Participants drop 160 metres into a tropical canyon above the roaring Bhote Kosi River, suspended from a steel suspension bridge engineered to international safety standards. This activity suits travelers seeking an intense physical jolt who possess good cardiovascular health and no history of spinal or neurological complications. We operate our jumps throughout two distinct seasonal windows: the pre-monsoon dry period from March to May, and the post-monsoon autumn season from September to November. During these months, weather conditions remain stable, ensuring clear visibility in the gorge and reliable transport access along the Araniko Highway. Morning sessions are typically scheduled to avoid afternoon winds and secure optimal river views before the mist rises from the valley floor. Our operations are managed by internationally certified jump masters and veteran riggers based permanently in Kathmandu and the project site. We maintain strict equipment inspection logs and a low ratio of participants to safety technicians to ensure individual briefings and harness checks are executed without compromise. Every jumper undergoes a rigorous medical screening and technical orientation before stepping onto the platform.

Our cultural tours focus on the historic urban centers and sacred pilgrimage sites of the Kathmandu Valley, operating primarily around Kathmandu, Patan, and Bhaktapur. These programs involve steady walking across brick-paved squares, palace courtyards, and narrow medieval alleyways at an elevation of roughly 1400 meters. Rather than rushing through monuments, we take the time to observe traditional Newari architecture, active Buddhist stupas, and Hindu cremation ghats, providing necessary context on religious traditions, local artistry, and daily urban life that has persisted for centuries. We run these guided explorations throughout the drier months of the year, specifically from September to November and March to May, when daytime temperatures hover around 20 to 25 degrees Celsius and visibility across the valley is clear. This itinerary suits travelers interested in history, architecture, and anthropology who prefer moderate daily walking over high-altitude trekking. It is also an effective way to acclimate before undertaking longer mountain journeys, or to experience Nepal's living heritage without strenuous physical demands. Our team consists of government-licensed cultural guides based in Kathmandu, maintaining a maximum guide-to-guest ratio of one to six to ensure personalized attention during visits to congested heritage zones. They manage all entrance logistics, navigate complex site layouts, and facilitate respectful interactions with local artisans and priests. By basing your exploration in the valley with our experienced personnel, you gain a structured, informed perspective on Nepal's complex social and religious fabric.

Our day hikes offer accessible ridge circuits and sunrise viewpoints situated within striking distance of Kathmandu and Pokhara. These routes typically range from 1,500 metres to 2,800 metres in altitude, taking between four and seven hours of active walking. We design these excursions for travellers with limited time, families, or trekkers seeking acclimatisation routes before heading into higher Himalayan regions like the Annapurna or Everest zones. Expect well-defined footpaths passing through terraced farmland, rhododendron forests, and traditional hill settlements. We operate these single-day programmes year-round, though the optimal seasons run from October to May. During autumn and winter, clear skies provide expansive views of the Langtang, Ganesh Himal, and Annapurna ranges. Spring brings blooming wildflowers across the lower hills, while the monsoon period from June to September requires careful route selection due to muddy paths and occasional cloud cover, though morning departures often remain clear. Every day hike is led by government-licensed local guides who maintain a strict 1-to-6 guide-to-guest ratio to ensure personal attention and safety. Our team carries comprehensive first aid kits, pulse oximeters, and reliable communication devices. We manage all private trailhead transfers, park permits, and packed lunches, allowing you to focus entirely on the trail and the surrounding mountain landscape without logistical concerns.

Our mountaineering expeditions focus on Nepal's formidable 7000-meter and 8000-meter peaks, including Everest, Cho Oyu, Manaslu, and Ama Dablam. We manage all bureaucratic requirements, from Department of Tourism permits to liaison officers and waste management. These high-altitude climbs require rigorous prior alpine experience, excellent cardiovascular endurance, and technical proficiency on steep snow, ice, and rock. We design our itineraries to balance thorough acclimatization schedules above 5000 meters with strategic summit push windows, ensuring our teams are physically prepared when conditions align. We operate primarily during the pre-monsoon spring window from April to May and the post-monsoon autumn window from September to October. During these months, weather patterns in the high Himalaya offer the most stable conditions for climbing above base camp. Spring brings warmer temperatures and longer daylight hours, while autumn typically presents clearer skies and lower wind speeds at extreme altitudes. Our logistics network covers the Khumbu, Annapurna, and Manaslu regions, utilizing established high-altitude camps equipped with reliable communication gear, oxygen systems, and quality group camping infrastructure managed by our expedition crews. Safety and summit success depend on our professional team, which maintains a strict 1:1 or 1:2 guide-to-client ratio on summit days. Our IFMGA guides and climbing sherpas possess extensive records on Nepal's highest peaks, handling route fixing, camp maintenance, and weather routing. From your initial gear check in Kathmandu to establishing camps across the 6000-meter and 7000-meter bands, we prioritize calculated decision-making and transparent communication on the mountain. We provide robust medical support, pulse oximeter monitoring, and structured descent protocols to ensure every climber is supported throughout the progression.

Our helicopter tours offer efficient aerial access to the high Himalaya, bridging the gap for travelers with limited time or physical constraints. We operate charter and shared flights across key regions in Nepal, including the Khumbu, Annapurna, and Langtang ranges. These aircraft ascend to altitudes exceeding 5,000 metres, allowing us to reach remote viewpoints, glacial basins, and isolated mountain monasteries that typically require weeks of rigorous trekking. Every itinerary is planned with strict payload limits and weather contingencies to ensure safe navigation through mountain corridors. We run these flights primarily during the stable weather windows of autumn from September to November and spring from March to May, when clear skies offer uninterrupted visibility of the high peaks. This activity suits travelers who want to witness the scale of the greater ranges without undertaking multi-week treks, as well as photographers and families seeking high-altitude access. Ground time at viewpoints is carefully managed to mitigate the effects of rapid ascent, typically limited to 15 to 30 minutes at locations such as Kala Patthar or Everest Base Camp. Our operations are managed directly from Kathmandu by our logistics team, working in coordination with certified commercial pilots who have extensive experience in Nepalese airspace. We maintain a strict guide-to-guest ratio on all ground-supported transfers, pairing you with a licensed Sherpa guide who handles permits, oxygen monitoring, and on-the-ground communication. By managing every variable from flight clearance to ground transport, we provide a controlled, transparent, and direct route into the heart of the Nepalese mountains.

Our jungle safaris focus on the protected lowland ecosystems of Chitwan and Bardia National Parks, located in the southern plains and western valleys of Nepal. Ranging from 150 metres to 300 metres above sea level, these subtropical habitats support vulnerable populations of greater one-horned rhinoceros, Bengal tigers, marsh muggers, and over 500 resident and migratory bird species. We operate multi-day tracking itineraries on foot and by river raft, offering deep access into dense sal forests, riverine grasslands, and oxbow lakes away from heavy tourist corridors. The dry winter season from October to March offers stable weather and optimal visibility, while the hot pre-monsoon months from April to June provide increased wildlife sightings around shrinking water sources. This terrain suits travelers seeking wildlife observation and conservation-focused exploration without high-altitude physical exertion. Days involve early morning departures, silent tracking walks, and afternoon river excursions where wildlife congregates to drink and bathe. We maintain a strict guide-to-guest ratio of one certified local naturalist and one wildlife scout per four participants to ensure safety and minimal environmental disturbance. Our team consists of indigenous Tharu guides whose generational knowledge of local animal behavior and tracking sign directs our movement through the reserves. We manage all park permits, logistics, and accommodations in established tented camps and jungle lodges that adhere to strict conservation and community benefit standards.

Our mountain biking itineraries cross diverse Himalayan terrain, ranging from the technical singletrack along the Kathmandu Valley rim at elevations around 2000 metres to high-altitude jeep roads across the Mustang region exceeding 3800 metres. We also navigate sections of the Annapurna Circuit, balancing demanding ascents with sustained descents. This riding suits experienced cyclists with strong technical handling skills and solid cardiovascular endurance, as daily stages cover varying distances across remote, rugged paths where conditions require constant focus. We operate these trips during two distinct seasonal windows: the pre-monsoon months from March to May when rhododendrons bloom and trails are dry, and the post-monsoon period from September to November which offers clear skies and stable weather. Winter riding remains viable at lower elevations within the middle hills, though high passes face snow obstruction. Throughout every journey, our logistics are managed by experienced lead guides and certified wilderness first responders, supported by dedicated mechanics who maintain the fleet and a backup support vehicle where vehicle access permits. Safety and pacing remain central to our operational philosophy. We maintain a strict guide-to-guest ratio, typically one lead rider and one sweep rider for every six participants, ensuring personalized attention on technical descents and ascents. We handle all gear transfers, mechanical support, and route logistics so you can focus on the physical demands of the trail. Whether you are navigating ancient trade routes in Upper Mustang or descending forest ridges above the capital, our team provides the regional expertise required for unsupported terrain.

Our mountain flights offer an intimate perspective of the world's highest peaks without the physical demands of multi-day trekking. Operating fixed-wing aircraft from Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, these early-morning journeys track eastward along the Everest cordillera, bringing passengers within eye level of Lhotse, Makalu, and Mount Everest itself. We design these excursions for travellers with limited time, restricted mobility, or those seeking an aerial reconnaissance of the Himalaya before heading out on foot into regions like the Annapurna sanctuary or the Solu-Khumbu. We schedule these departures exclusively during stable weather windows between October and May, when morning visibility across the 6,000 to 8,000-metre altitude bands is most consistent. Flights typically depart at first light to capture the low-angle sun striking the north faces and glaciers. Every passenger is guaranteed a window seat for unobstructed photography, and the aircraft captain provides a running commentary identifying major peaks, river systems, and historical climbing routes visible from the cabin. Our Kathmandu-based operations team manages all ticketing, airport transfers, and weather monitoring to ensure seamless departures. A dedicated company representative accompanies you from your hotel to the tarmac, coordinating check-in procedures and providing pre-flight briefings. We maintain strict safety thresholds, grounding flights immediately if wind speeds or cloud cover compromise the visual corridors along the main Himalayan divide.

Where you sleep

Hotels + lodges we know

Trailhead hotels and teahouses vetted by our operations team.

1.0

Annapurna Base Camp teahouse

Annapurna Base Camp, 4130 m


  • Dormitory bunks
  • Communal dining
  • Sat phone

Bare-bones teahouse at the foot of Annapurna I. Dormitory bunks, communal dining tent, panoramic 360° views.

4.0

Annapurna Boulevard Hotel

Pokhara, Nepal


  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Hot shower
  • Breakfast included
  • +2 more

Annapurna Boulevard Hotel is a 4-star property we use in Pokhara for the trek stack around this region. Rooms are twin-share unless upgraded; hot water, secured storage, and dining are the standard on-arrival services.

2.0

Annapurna Sanctuary Rest House

ABC, Nepal


  • Wi-Fi in common area
  • Hot shower
  • Dining hall
  • +1 more

Annapurna Sanctuary Rest House is a 2-star property we use in ABC for the trek stack around this region. Rooms are twin-share unless upgraded; hot water, secured storage, and dining are the standard on-arrival services.

3.0

Ason Courtyard House

Kathmandu, Nepal


  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Hot shower
  • Breakfast included
  • +2 more

Ason Courtyard House is a 3-star property we use in Kathmandu for the trek stack around this region. Rooms are twin-share unless upgraded; hot water, secured storage, and dining are the standard on-arrival services.

2.0

Bamboo Bridge Inn

Bamboo, Nepal


  • Wi-Fi in common area
  • Hot shower
  • Dining hall
  • +1 more

Bamboo Bridge Inn is a 2-star property we use in Bamboo for the trek stack around this region. Rooms are twin-share unless upgraded; hot water, secured storage, and dining are the standard on-arrival services.

3.0

Barahi Chowk Guest House

Pokhara, Nepal


  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Hot shower
  • Breakfast included
  • +2 more

Barahi Chowk Guest House is a 3-star property we use in Pokhara for the trek stack around this region. Rooms are twin-share unless upgraded; hot water, secured storage, and dining are the standard on-arrival services.

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From the trail

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In their words

What our travellers say

Written by people who walked these routes with our guides. We publish them as they were sent.

4.9from 214 reviews

  • Google
    Our guide watched the weather for three days and moved our Kala Patthar morning forward by twenty-four hours. We got the clear window and the group behind us did not. That is the whole difference between a trek that works and one that does not.
    Marta KowalczykPoland · Everest Base Camp Trek
  • Tripadvisor
    I am sixty-one and had never walked above four thousand metres. The acclimatisation days were not negotiable and nobody let me skip one, which I resented at the time and am grateful for now.
    David WhitfieldUnited Kingdom · Annapurna Circuit
  • Google
    Booking from Singapore I expected to be handed off to a call centre. Instead the same person who answered my first email met us at the airport and walked the whole circuit with us.
    Chan Wei LingSingapore · Manaslu Circuit
  • Tripadvisor
    The teahouses were simple and exactly as described — nobody oversold them. Our porter knew every family we stayed with by name, and we ate better for it.
    Lukas BrennerGermany · Langtang Valley
  • Sent to us
    My daughter turned fourteen on the trail and the crew produced a cake at four thousand metres. I still have no idea how. She has not stopped talking about Nepal since.
    Aisha RahmanMalaysia · Ghorepani Poon Hill
  • Google
    One of our group came down with altitude sickness at Dingboche. The response was immediate, unfussy and correct — descend, no argument, assistant guide went with him. That is what you are actually paying for.
    Tomás HerreraChile · Everest Base Camp Trek

From the journal

Notes from the trail

Route conditions, permit changes, gear that earned its weight, and the odd story from base camp.

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