Himalaya Testimonials

Wonderland of Himalayas Fam Trip -"I am sure that families who will do this trip, like we did some time ago, will never forget it"- Helit Golani, helitgolani@yahoo.com

We received a mail from Helit Golani , a client who had done Wonderland of Himalayas family trip in addition to Tibet overland tour with us about one a half years back. This is what she has to say about the trip: "We did the same trip that you offer to families about one and half years ago. My children were at that time 10 and 8 years old. We arrived in Kathmandu, did some sightseeing in and out of the city (we also travelled for some days to Nagarkot and Bakhtapur) and then did your Tibet tour (fly-in, drive-out), including the Everest Base Camp. After we returned to Kathmandu, we travelled by bus - not to miss the wonderful views on the way - to Pokhara. We spent there some days (same as in your description) and then headed to the start of the Annapurna circuit - we did all the trek including what you suggested in your description and we had the feeling that we are in heaven. In total, it took us some 19 days - including 3 days of complete rest along the way. We returned to Pokhara and took a rafting tour on the Seti river. We insisted on a company that has a safety kayak even though it is only the Seti. This was a two day rafting experience - a wonderful one. From there we took a local bus - which is an experience by itself - to Chitwan park - our luggage waited for us (the rafting company sent it to the hotel we stayed at) and we spent 3 wonderful nights at the reserve (one night at the tower) some canoeing, elephant ride and bath, jungle walk and the thousand lake reserve. Our hotel was just at the river side so we enjoyed wonderful sunsets. We returned to Kathmandu and headed back home. We think that what you suggested to families is something that you cannot get anywhere else; pure nature, nature at its best with the addition of interesting culture and wonderful people. I am sure that families who will do this trip, like we did some time ago, will never forget it."

"Our guide Lama Babu was excellent. He was professional, friendly and knowledgeable. Yalamber was also excellent. We would strongly recommend Explore Himalaya to our friends!"

Name: Rene & Dale Cannavan
Country: USA
Area: Everest/ EBC Trek
Date: December, 2008

"Impeccable service in Kathmandu, even when we changed plans at the last minute. Our every need was accommodated. Similar service in Pokhara. Bharat, our trek guide, was very knowledgeable and friendly. We were looked after very well at each stop with great service. Even when I walked slowly I never felt rushed. The hotels we stayed in appeared to be the best choice in each town. Staff in hotels were friendly. We were happy with the itinerary and appreciated Yalamber's help. Overall a great service. We will recommend Explore Himalaya to others. Thank you for a great experience!""

Name: Rossanne Hyde
Country: USA
Area: Jomsom/ Muktinath Trek
Date: December, 2008

"The meeting and handling and service of the supporting staff was perfect. The trek guide was very active and good."

Name: Mona Irene Geert Rasmussen
Country: Denmark
Area: Annapurna/ Ghorepani Trek
Date:1st Oct- 5th Oct, 2008

"It has been a great trip and we have enjoyed staying in your beautiful country...Our trek guide was knowledgeable and very pleasant company.The cook was great and he served superb meals. In Kathmandu we stayed at Hotel Vajra.It was pleasant but the service was poor. All other hotels that we stayed in were fine with nice and helpful staff."

Name: Asrastinus
Country: Denmark
Area: Annapurna/ Royal Trek
Date: Oct, 2008

"The meeting and handling was excellent.The service of supporting staff was very helpful. The guide was experienced, knowledgeable, open and very helpful. The people were friendly and I had no problem with the transportation. All in all a nice trip to Nepal. Thanks to a great guide and a supportive staff!"

Name: Finn Danielsen
Country: Denmark
Area: Annapurna/ Ghorepani & Poon Hill Trek
Date: Oct, 2008

"Our tour guides were quite good.We had an excellent driver in Mr.Jeet.He was very helpful and kind. We had a great trip."

Name: Tejs Muller
Country: Denmark
Area: Nepal Cultural tour
Date: Oct, 2008

"The meeting and hotel transfer was excellent. The service at the hotel was good. Guiding proficiency of the tour guide was excellent.Your Tibetan agents, the service of driver and the vehicle's condition were also excellent."

Name: Kraus Bernd
Country: Germany
Area: Tibet Mountain Bike Tour
Date: Sept, 2008

Everest Base Camp & Lhasa Tour

Excellent Pickup, no waiting. KP was very professional. Maya was very nice and knowledgeable. She was definitely professional and helped me with anything. Porter was also fantastic. Tour Guide was very personable. Overall, excellent service. Highlight was eating at "local" Tibetan restaurants!

Very impressed with the service of Explore Himalaya. Would recommend friend and associates.

Name: Steve G
Country: USA
Destination: Everest Base Camp Trek & Lhasa Tour
Date: November 2008

Everest Base Camp Trek (EBC)

I just want to say on behalf of the four of us, what a great trip to Nepal we had all of the arrangements went really smoothly, all the organisation was spot on it was great to see Kathmandu, and we enjoyed seeing the temples with our guide and the main trek with Sudhan and his team was brilliant - though hard work of course!

Sudhan's organisation and leadership was really excellent - he had everything worked out with cooking, transport, timings, and motivation of his team. He had chosen them well, and they really respected him - impressive for his young age - I think probably because he got stuck in helping them when necessary, and his sense of humour also helped. He was always polite and patient with us, and his estimation of how much walking we could cope with was exactly right each day. His attention to detail was fantastic, and his English was really good which I think made a big difference. We mixed with some other groups during our three weeks and we could compare with him their sirdar and porters, and there was no doubt that ours was the most professional and the best leader.

So thank you for everything, and we hope you continue to use Sudhan and his team for future treks like ours - or move him up to the next management level!

thanks!!

Name: Chris Croft Country: United Kingdom Destination: Everest Base Camp Trek Date: November 2008

Name:Susan Nielsen,
Country:Denmark.
Area:Annapurna Sanctuary

To explore-Himalay

I have just returned to Denmark from an fantastic trekking tour to Annapurna and I am very grateful to the team from explore Himalay, the porters and the guides seen at the attached picture, thanks to all not at least the guides who were very professionel, helpful and kind.

Name: Julie & Malcolm Barr
Country: UK
Area: Everest, Island Peak (Ascent 28th Sept)
Date: 14th Sept- 4th Oct, 2008

"The meeting and handling and services of the supporting staff were very good. We had a very friendly and well-organized trek guide (Moule Tamang) who looked after us and the porters well. The camping services were very good but a lighter table would be good for the porters. Dhana was an excellent and friendly kitchen assistant and porter. The transportation was very good. Our itinerary was suitably flexible."

Name: Wendy smith Everest Skydivers
Country: New Zealand

"I am 39 years old and I have been skydiving since I was 17. I trained to be a nurse but became a pilot. I have been working, competing, filming and doing stunts in skydiving. I have competed in different disciplines like flying on belly, flying making formations and flying with wings. I have been working as a director of aerial photography since 1988.This is my first visit to Nepal and my first trek too. This is also my first skydive from 29,500ft., my most exciting till now.

I think Nepal has a humble and rich environment and Everest is stunning I'll be coming back in May."

Name: Thomas Laurie Hinds Everest Skydivers
Country: Britain

"I have been jumping from 12,000ft- 13,000ft from sea level mostly in Headcorn, UK by paying £25. I've jumped 365 times. It is amazing to be at 12,0000ft. and then fly to 29,500ft. to skydive. This is my first visit and trek to Nepal. This was a very special visit, though I would say a bit expensive and I am taking back excellent memories."

'The father & son duo who skydived into the record books'

Name: Lou Diesel & Scott Diesel Everest Skydivers
Country: USA

Lou is 60 years old while his son Scott is 40. Both did tandem jumps. Lou has done 38 jumps while Scott has done over 150 times. They are the only father and son duo to make tandem jumps from a height of 29,500ft.

"The feeling was out of this world when we skydived from the height of Everest!"

We are a family consisting of 2 adults and 2 children of 10 and 16 years.

The service of Explore Himalaya in Kathmandu and Pokhara and on the trek was excellent. The staff of Explore Himalaya was helpful and efficient. The standard of the teahouses on the trekking route chosen by the guide was, generally speaking, good. We were very happy with our trekking guide and porter: They were professional, skilled and very nice people, and we enjoyed being in their company. They were able to depart from the schedule and organise a trek back to Pokhara instead of the scheduled flight from Jomoson when the weather turned out to be too bad for flying in the mountains without long delays. Although we had to deal with some landslides on the route, we felt safe in their presence all the time."

Name: Anne-Mette Jespersen and Søren Stenderup Jensen
Country: Denmark
Area: Annapurna
Date: 10th July- 24th July, 2008 "

"We feel we have been spoiled all way through. We are greatful that someone have worked so much just to please us and make us feel comfortable."

Name: Marie Mygind
Area: Tibet Tour
Date: 25th Sept

"The tour guide was excellent. Your Tibetan agents were also excellent. The driver was quite good. On the way to base camp , a sleepover in gyantse would have been avoided."
Name: Gamborg Stine Mars
Country: Denmark
Area: Tibet (Rongbuk tour) - Muktinath trek 
Date: 7th July- 29th July, 2008

"The meeting and handling was very friendly and professional. I loved the garland of flowers as a welcome greeting. The itinerary was just as what I wanted- just right. Overall , an amazing tour and excellent customer service!"
Name: Roan Dator
Country: Phillipines
Area: Kathmandu & Nagarkot Tour
Date: 30th July- 2nd August, 2008

"Tibet was a fantastic experience and we received excellent service from your Tibetan agents. The driver was also quite good."
Name: Maria Bohnsen
Country: Denmark
Area: Tibet- Rongbuk Tour
Date: 13th July- 26th July, 2008

"The tour guide was excellent. The driver was also quite good."
Name: Hans Hjardt Hansen
Country: Denmark
Area: Tibet- Rongbuk Tour
Date:16th July- 29th  July, 2008

"Everything in Nepal worked out perfectly. All the supporting staff in Kathmandu and Pokhara was excellent: professinal,efficient and good in communicating with us. Our guide Bharat Rana Magar was extremely good. He was able to understand our needs right from the outset and to adapt the trek to our needs. The services in lodges during the trek was fine .We had attached bathrooms in all the lodges. In Pokhara , we prefer the Fistail Lodge to Shangrilla Village.

We were very impressed by the professionalism shown by Explore Himalaya at all levels and we would like to use your services again."
Name: Soeren S. Jensen
Country: Denmark
Area: Annapurna / Lower Mustang  
Date:10th July- 24th  July, 2008

"Everything was excellent.No problem whatsover!"
Name: Henrik Solberg Pedersen
Country: Denmark
Area: Everest/ Kalapattar- Gorakshep
Date:5th July- 20th  July, 2008

"The meeting and pick up in Kathmandu airport was very successful without any complications. Furthermore, the service provided by the staff in Kathmandu was very professional. Extremely good service was provided during the trek and the people were generally kind and very helpful. The standard of the teahouse was much better then expected. We were very pleased with our trek guide...professional and very competent. We felt very safe in his presence."
Name: Jørn R.Eriksen
Country: Denmark
Area: Annapurna
Date:2nd July- 9th July, 2008

"The meeting and handling was very good and efficient. Hotel Marshyangdi in Thamel, is a nice place to stay...it is like coming home. I think it is good that Kipling in Denmark use Explore Himalaya as their counterpart, as the company is very professional
." Name: Marit Kleppa
Country: Norway
Area: Bhutan Tour
Date:15th June- 20th June, 2008

"Everything was very good and fine, from the meeting and handling to the services of the supporting staff and meals and transportation. Our trek guide was very good. Overall, it was an awesome trip!"
Name: Christian Lund
Country: Denmark
Area: Khumbu / Mera Peak Climb 
Date: 11th May- 6th June, 2008

"The services were up to our expectations. The hotel in Bhutan was comfortable and the one in Kathmandu had a perfect location, professional staff and was very comfortable. Our trek guide was very competent and prompt. The food was good too."
Name: Luca Landoni & Anna Borghi
Country: Italy
Area: Bhutan Cultural Tour 
Date: May- June, 2008

The meeting and handling was very prompt and professional. Our trek guide, Lama Babu was very good. Would recommend him to friends in future. He was very patient and answered all our questions. Our itinerary was quite good, although our guide reversed it so that we went to Ulleri first. It was a good decision. But the description of the length of hiking was a bit short. We had an excellent and a very memorable trip. But we would suggest you to include the cost of Pokhara sightseeing tour in overall cost."

Name: Mark Link & Cynthia Macht
Country: USA
Area: Ghorepani Trek   
Date:23rd  May- 2nd June, 2008

"Our tour and trek was very , very good. The meeting and handling was prompt and friendly. Our guides were friendly, competent  and would like to work together again. About the meals, we could have all we wanted and it tasted really good. Good camping places were picked. The hotels were excellent and the transportation was really good. A very special thanks to Mr.Kedar for all his help, his humor and knowledge."
Name: John Christensen
Country: Denmark
Area: Mustang Trek
Date:11th May- 25th May, 2008

"The meeting and handling was very well organized. All necessary information was given. The supporting staff was very friendly and always at our service.The guide was very experienced and always one step ahead of happenings. We were served good meals throughout the expedition. But I would suggest variation would be better with more focus on Nepali dishes instead of European food. The transportation was perfect with no delays or cancellation. Our expedition & trek was very well planned and executed. My thanks to all personnel involved in making this a very nice experience and a successful one!"
Name: Bo Belvedere Christensen (leader)
Country: Denmark
Area: Kipling Travel Baruntse Expedition
Date: May, 2008

"The meeting and handling was perfect. The guides were very good. The services in lodges during the trek was fine, especially Zamling in Namche Bazaar and Namaste Lodge in Gokyo and Trekker's Lodge in Machermo...."
Name: Karen Eriksen & Niels Frederiksen
Country: Denmark
Area: Khumbu Trek
Date: May, 2008

"Excellent guides and porters on trek. Overall very good....We had an experience of a lifetime. You have excellent staff."
Name: Claus Bukh
Country: Denmark
Area: Gokyo Trek  
Date: May, 2008

"Great welcome, friendly and extremely helpful. The flight to Lukla was quite adventurous. The guide was attentive. All tents, including the green toilet tent, were excellent. I am very satisfied. Will definitely book with you again!"
Name: Margrethe Astrup
Country: Norway
Area: Mera Peak, Amphu Labtsa
Date: 20 Apr - 12 May, 2008

"A wonderful trip and a very well prepared and guided tour. Angkitar and his staff looked after us very well, during the whole trip. The places for camping were selected carefully. Angkitar is a very experienced guide. He helped us and guided the whole team very well. I would like to thank Explore Himalaya. We will recommend you."
Name: Alexander Lassalle, Mathias Kort & Sietse van der Post
Country: Germany & Holland.
Area: Mera Peak & Amphu Labtsa
Date: 20 Apr - 12 May, 2008

"The meeting and handling was very good - friendly, prompt and efficient. A very skilled and friendly team - all were very knowledgeable, experienced, helpful and professional. Lakhpa and team produced superb meals......... An excellent holiday, which we would recommend to others. Thank you all."
Name: Richard Hickman & team
Country: UK
Area: Dhaulagiri circuit & Annapurna Trek
Date: 29 mar – 29 April, 2008

Dear Bimal,
I talked with Ittay, The tour leader, He told me that everything was fine and that they had a good time!
Thank you very much for your service!
Thank you & best regards,
Eilat
Another-World / ISRAEL
Nepal cultural tour & Annapurna base camp trek 22 Apr - 4 May 08

Date: April, 2008
"Lama Babu Sherpa was a perfect leader....He took care of everything. Prem was a perfect match to our son. Rakesh is a very nice young guy. It has been a fantastic trek. We are very pleased."
Name: Mrs.Haubro
Country: Denmark
Area: Langtang Trek

Date: 24th March -22 April, 2008
"You made it easy to plan other trips once in Nepal. Our Chitwan trip was great and we had a wonderful time.....you were flexible in re-organizing our trip after we got sick (5 star service!)...The meals were very good considering the location & limitations....We would recommend 1-3 extra days on the trekking itinerary because of the elevation gain and the long hours of trekking."
Name: Claudie Gagnon & Grant Wiltse
Country: Canada
Area: Gokyo – Kalapattar trek

Dear Suman
Just a note to say a belated thank you to your team for the tremendous effort in reorganising the recent trip to Nepal at short notice.
Our daughter Joanna really enjoyed the adventure and the experience of Nepal and the people will be great memories to recall .
With best wishes for the future
Jean & Wayne Sutton
Area:Cheadle Hulme School Trip Nuwakot


"It is all the wonderful people, who helped me to make the journey and opened my eyes for a new world.  The trek was the best holiday ever and I cannot find anything that I would have liked different. The superguide Bharat found the most beautiful campsites--the cook made the best food--the staff carried everything with a smile and I cannot thank you enough for this.    Next time I come, I would like to travel with the same people.........

For you Nirmala...Also I would like to thank you for your help and your beautiful smile...     Many thanks and thoughts ..."
Name:Ghita Ring
Country:Denmark
Area:Manaslu Round Trek
Date:13th March - 03 April, 2008

Date:April, 2008
"Apart from language problem, the overall service was good."
Name: Alfred
Country: Russia
Area: Cultural Tour - Nepal delight

Date: April, 2008
"Lama Babu Sherpa was a perfect leader....He took care of everything. Prem was a perfect match to our son. Rakesh is a very nice young guy. It has been a fantastic trek. We are very pleased."
Name: Mrs.Haubro
Country: Denmark
Area: Langtang Trek

Date: April, 2008
"The meeting and handling was very satisfactory. Pick up from the airport, transport and timing has been excellent .The trek was wonderful but the guides have been the best. They were experienced and friendly ...Prem , Lamambabu and Rakesh have been great guides, human beings and friends! "
Name:Danni Haubro
Country: Denmark
Area: Langtang Trek

Date: April, 2008
"The itinerary was very well thought out. The lodges were very well maintained and comfortable.My trek guide, Bharat , is  extremely capable and a nice chap. It was a fantastic experience."
Name: Craig Fullstone
Country: UK
Area: Everest Base Camp Trek