Bhutan Customized Tours and Trips

Traveling has been my passion for a long time and I have always loved exploring new places. I have visited several places in my home country, Nepal, and over 30 other countries! Adventure is another of my passions, and in following this I have gone skydiving, scuba diving, and paragliding in many different countries. I was an adventure tour guide myself for a couple of years, and during that period, I was able to explore the spectacular Himalayas of Nepal. I have a master’s degree in development studies from the largest university in Nepal, and I currently operate a tour company in Kathmandu. I love being a part of this highly-rated (and loved by our customers) adventure tour operator! As a tour operator, I work to produce perfect tour programs for our customers worldwide. I love designing new holiday itineraries and suggesting them to customers according to their needs, interests and preferences.

I am from the country of the Himalayas — Nepal. I grew up in a remote village in the Gorkha district and from an early age, I had a keen interest in traveling to different places. Once I completed my schooling, I set off trekking the famous destinations in Nepal including Everest Base Camp, Gokyo Valley, Langtang, Annapurna Base Camp, Annapurna Circuit, Upper Mustang, Poonhill, Mardi Himal, Manaslu and many others. I love traveling around the mountains and interacting with the cultures and lifestyles of different regions. The more I trek, the more I feel like going back to the mountains. A tour operator by profession, I joined my company at the beginning of 2014 to help other people find the best destinations in Nepal, Tibet, and Bhutan. It's my pleasure to assist people and to share with them the spectacular views of the mountains, the amazing wildlife and the unique heritage, cultures, and traditions of Nepal.

I grew up in a tiny little village northeast of Kathmandu. The village is on the traditional route to Mount Everest, where Sir Edmund Hillary would have passed by on his epic 1953 journey. There is something about being born in the high Himalayas that keeps the traditional lifestyle and culture of the remote lands of Nepal very close to my heart. When I was young, there was no secondary school in my village, so I would walk three hours every day just to go to school. At the time, I didn’t know that walking is also called ‘trekking’. Walking several hours every day, hiking up and down in the hilly region of Nepal was just a normal daily activity for me. Because there were not many educated people in my village, our school employed teachers from different parts of Nepal. I had an opportunity to learn about their home villages, which made me keen to visit and explore different parts of Nepal. After I came to Kathmandu to continue my studies, I started a career in travel and trekking. I started as just a trekking porter and guide, and now I have my own business! I would be pleased to help you plan a memorable holiday in my beautiful country.

My name is Lokesh Gurung and I have been working in the travel industry for the past 7 years, helping travelers from all around the world plan trips to Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet. My educational background is in commerce and management, but the allure of travel pulled me into this industry. Aside from travel, I love to read and watch movies. Everest is my favorite place to visit, and where I first had the awe-inspiring experience of walking among the Himalayan giants. Here I realized where I stand in the grand scheme of things. I love to help others by planning and organizing their trips. For many people, coming to Nepal is literally their once-in-a-lifetime dream trip. Seeing clients have unforgettable experiences and make amazing lifelong memories motivates me to be here.

I was born in Khatri Gaun, Nepal, and spent my early years in my village until I moved to Kathmandu in 1998 to pursue further education. There, I completed a Bachelor's degree in Humanities, specializing in Culture and Tourism. My career in the tourism industry, especially trekking, began in 2001 as a trekking porter and office assistant. I gained valuable experience working as a porter for 3+ years, leading to a role as an assistant guide. I then spent 13 years as a lead guide, traversing the breathtaking Himalayas of Nepal, Tibet, and Bhutan. In 2017, I took a significant step and established my own company, which I own and operate today, providing excellent service to tourists visiting both easily accessible areas and remote wilderness. This venture allows me to share my passion for the alluring Himalayas and my extensive knowledge of the region with adventurers from around the world. I've had the opportunity to visit several countries, including Tibet, China, India, Hong Kong, Japan, and various countries in Europe. These experiences have broadened my horizon and perspective, enhancing my ability to connect with groups of travelers from different geographical and cultural backgrounds.

My name is Sujan and I was born in Gorkha, Nepal. I developed an interest in tourism from a young age and began my career in this field in 2002. I have a master’s degree in business management and am currently pursuing a Ph.D. in tourism. My hobbies include hiking, trekking, climbing, participating in various sports, and watching movies. I have a passion for traveling and enjoy helping others plan and book their trips. I love that the tourism industry is a growing sector of the global economy, providing jobs and income for millions of people, while also playing a role in preserving natural and cultural heritage sites and promoting sustainable development. I believe that travel can be an exciting and enriching experience for people as it allows them to experience new cultures, landscapes, and ways of life. It can also be an opportunity for personal growth, self-discovery, and broadening understanding of the world.

Hi and welcome to Nepal, the land of eight of the world's highest mountains! I am John Shrestha, a travel entrepreneur as well as an explorer, and I would love to take you to the awesome and iconic corners of Nepal and Bhutan. It is my pleasure to welcome you to such a beautiful place that people across the world want to visit. Before I stepped into all the famous trekking regions of Nepal 10 years ago, I worked for a non-profit social organization. I wanted to become familiar with the social issues of people who needed love and compassion. Looking at their needs, I realized that I must do something to help. So, I set up a trekking agency to earn revenue to help people. I had worked before as a freelance trekking guide and some of the people I worked with became my motivators and encouraged me to open a trekking agency. I have a passion for travel and I love nature. I have traveled with people coming from around the world and I gained experience in organizing treks as well as in preparing itineraries. I love meeting people who come from different cultures. I am also a travel photographer and in my free time, I like to do marketing for my company. The rest of the time, I am a full-time trekking guide, certified by the Tourism Board of Nepal.

I grew up in Buli, a small and remote village in the Zhemgang district, Bhutan. Since I was a kid, I have loved hiking and exploring; I used to tag along with my big brother and explore ancient walking trails, picking up pine cones for the fire and collecting herbs for my grandmother’s incense. Mountains have always brought a sense of joy and peace to my heart, and, after completing my studies, I trained as a guide so I could show Bhutan to visitors through the eyes of a local. I am now a certified guide for both cultural and trekking tours and have been leading exclusive treks and tours for the past 20 years, sometimes as a guide and other times as a tour leader. I am fluent in English, Hindi, Nepali and Dzongkha. I am also a freelance trainer for young enthusiastic trekking guides at the Institute of Professional Studies. Sometimes I just accompany my students and explore new hiking trails. I love showing guests my homeland world of Himalayan peaks, grasslands and remote pastures, entertaining them with folk stories along the way.

Born in England, my global upbringing has fostered a profound love for exploration and a keen eye for the world’s beauty. Rather than following a conventional path back to the UK, I chose to dedicate myself to the promotion of Nepal's rich tapestry of tours and treks. My intimate knowledge of the country extends far beyond the well-trodden paths, having conquered over 15 trekking routes, from the iconic Everest Base Camp to the elusive Kanchenjunga Base Camp and many uncharted trails in between. This intimate familiarity with the diverse landscapes and cultures of Nepal sets me apart in the industry. My expertise is not confined solely to the trails. As a volunteer teacher in numerous government schools across Nepal, I’ve witnessed firsthand the transformative power of education in shaping young minds. This on-ground experience has led me to explore all 52 districts of Nepal, immersing myself in the local nuances and understanding the pulse of the nation like few others. For me, travel isn't a superficial engagement; it's a conduit to dive into the heart of a place, understanding its people, its culture and its essence.

Originally from Dhading, I took my first step in the tourism industry in 2000 AD as a Sherpa guide. During this time, I had the opportunity to lead many tourists to almost all trekking regions in Nepal, Tibet and Bhutan. I have always had passion and devotion for the tourism industry. My enthusiasm and hard work, along with the encouragement and support from my former guides, coworkers, porters and others have helped me gain greater heights in the industry. Along with my extensive traveling and guiding curious travelers, I also provide free training to field employees (guides and porters). I am passionate about fostering local talent within the tourism industry. Through complimentary training programs, I support field employees like guides and porters, as well as those aspiring to enter the world of travel.

I originally come from a very remote village in Paro valley, Bhutan, but my parents moved to the capital city Thimphu and that is where I grew up and got my education. I started a clothing store in Thimphu with goods imported from Nepal, Thailand, Burma, Bangladesh, and India. Visiting these countries instilled in me a love for traveling, meeting new people and learning about new cultures. I learned that ‘traveling’ meant seeing the world from a whole different perspective and for many people around the world, traveling is a passion. This realization inspired me to start a travel company in Bhutan, 4 years ago. I believe Bhutan has so much to offer and I want travelers to see Bhutan, too! A unique culture and traditions, important landmarks, beautiful natural scenery, a history of benevolent Kings, strong environment conservation and preservation policies and so much more. Personally, I love cycling and I am an avid hiker and trekker. In my free time, I am always outdoors, either hiking or cycling. I am a member of the Trekkers 360 – a group of local enthusiast hikers who regularly go for short day hikes or multiple day treks exploring the various trekking trails of Bhutan and camping in the wild. I'm also a member of Thimphu Mountain Biking Club and we regularly organize short races in the various biking trails throughout the year. The group also sponsors and support school dropouts and youth from marginalized backgrounds. The kind of happiness that I experience when I travel to a new place or go trekking or biking is incredible, and I want everyone to feel that same kind of happiness.