Going valley in the morning over 4000m was severe coldness in winter because no sunshine due to surrounding mountains and wind. (Dingboche to Lobche)
It might be better to add 1 more layer, considering the weather.
Since a bit earlier than year end holiday, I could spend more quiet time.
On the way to back, I met more people who were going up.
Mr Bibek, the guide was knowledgeable and explained the mountains.
He was good advisor also for health conditions but you should know yourself first.
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Hotel, Eco Lodge, Guest House
Age Range
10-75 yrs
Operated in
english, nepali
Destinations
Everest Base Camp trek, Kathmand
Everest Base Camp trek, Kathmandu, Phakding, Namche Bazar, Lukla, Tengboche, Dingboche, Lobuche, Everest Base Camp, Pheriche
We had a great time trekking to Annapurna Base Camp, our guide and porters were professional, friendly and always sorted us out. It rained a lot - so if you're going in the monsoon, be aware and bring lots of waterproofs! We saw beautiful views and incredible scenery when the clouds cleared, however, which made it all worthwhile. The trek is of medium difficulty, with a lot of stone stairs to climb and descend, so be fit and invest in good boots and poles!
Trekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Guest House
Age Range
5-79 yrs
Operated in
english, nepalese
Destinations
Annapurna Base Camp trek, Pokhar
Annapurna Base Camp trek, Pokhara, Ghandruk, Chhomrong, Bambo, Deurali, Annapurna Base Camp, Jhinu Danda
Had an incredible experience completing the Ghorepani Trek with this local travel specialist. They are a reliable and flexible company that is able to work around your schedule to accommodate the best possible trekking experience tailored to you. My guide was friendly and supportive and was at my beck and call the entire way through. Would strongly recommend choosing this agency for your next trek in Nepal!
Island Peak Climbing is an adventure that will stay with you for a lifetime. The trip was meticulously planned, ensuring a seamless travel experience. From the moment we set foot in Nepal, we were captivated by the stunning landscapes and the warmth of the people. The guides, with their expertise and passion, made us feel safe and supported throughout the journey. The local cuisine was a delightful surprise, offering a tantalizing blend of flavors and spices. If you're seeking an adventure that will challenge and inspire you, Island Peak Climbing is highly recommended.
ClimbingTrekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Private Tour
Accommodation
Camping, Guest House, Hotel
Age Range
16-85 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Everest Base Camp trek, Island P
Everest Base Camp trek, Island Peak, Kathmandu, Dingboche, Namche Bazar, Lukla, Phakding, Tengboche, Chhukung Ri, Island Peak Base Camp
I did the Mera Peak trekking over 15 days, organized by local tour specialists. Mr. Krishna Subedi (Kris) is the manager of the organization. He is a very good co-ordinator, puts you immediately on whatsapp when you arrive, and keeps following up your trekking and summit experience. When there were small problems, he immediately took action and contacted the right people. My guide Mr. Neyma Sherpa was also very helpfull and an excellent guide.
The trek itself was very enjoyable. The Tea houses were very good and they were very flexible when i prefered another teahouse than the one they already booked.
A few extra things to keep in mind:
- The month May used to be the best month for Mera Peak but we had a lot of rain... May-be April or October is becoming better now...
- Listen to your guide at all times and don't go up to fast. The trekking is also about acclimatizing. Sometimes you need that extra day at 4000m...
- Take a portable solar panel with you and a power bank. (min 12W, 20W is better). It will pay itself back. You pay a lot in the teahouses to get your phone charged (a lot of them also use solar power).
- I personally prefer not to rent climbing gear but to take my own. I always hike and climb with the same pair of C boots with semi-automatic crampons. My C boots are big enough to wear 2 pair of socks if necessary. My smartwhool socks were warm enough on the summit day (-10 to -15 °C)
- Take a porter. They are not expensive and your hiking comfort will increase a lot.
- Don't forget to use sunscreen, especially on the summit day when you leave at 2 am in the dark and you're not thinking about the sun at that time.
- Make sure you are in excellent physical shape. After the summit, you will need 3 more days to get to Lukla.
The Annapurna circuit trail is an exclusive journey into the Annapurna region with the trek ending at one of the most beautiful lakeside city of Nepal, Pokhara. En-route trekkers will be mesmerized by the majestic beauty of Mt. Annapurna, the 10th highest mountain in the world including other snow-capped peaks.
The trail of the Annapurna Circuit is rated as the world’s top ten trekking trails. This challenging trek is a quest for any trekking enthusiasts and has been pulling hordes of trekkers from around the world. The terrain of the Annapurna region explodes with amazing natural beauty coupled up with age-old culture and traditions of the people living in the high Himalayas.
You trek past remote valleys, high mountain villages, alpine lakes, icy-cold glaciers, lush green forests, and raging mountain rivers. The Kali Gandaki gorge, the deepest in the world, adds to another interesting feature of the trek. The Annapurna Circuit trek is a great journey of trekking in the high Himalayan trails.
Please refer to the itinerary section for day-by-day activities of this 21-day trip.
After reading a lot of reviews, I decided to take my Everest Base Camp Trek with this local travel specialist and it was the right decision I made. It is a wonderful experience. I couldn’t have done it without your support. Thank you guys for making this trip the best one, the trip is very well arranged. I couldn't imagine an easier and better experience for getting to the Everest base camp trek. The guide made the trip so easy for us. His recommendations keep us safe throughout the trip and healthy. I believe this is thanks to the guide’s 5 years of experience and giving us the best advice to make it safely and happily to base camp. The best accommodations and looked after me when I wasn’t feeling well from altitude the night before base camp. I worried about the weather to get out of Lukla and the guide eased our minds that we would be taken care of if other arrangements needed to be made to get home safely.
The trip was perfect! I really recommend it for panish peaple cause you can speak spanish. Kumar was our guide and he is a very nice person! We are very grateful to have him on our trip, he helped us with all we needed!!🙏🏽
I had an amazing experience with this tour! The guide was incredibly knowledgeable and explained everything in detail. I appreciated their patience and care in making sure everyone was comfortable and informed. Highly recommend this service to anyone looking for a fantastic experience!
If you have only limited time to see the highlights of Nepal, you want to be sure to make the best of it and not waste your time. The local operator did an excellent job in taking care of our brief visit to Nepal, and putting together an itinerary for a trip that included everything we wanted to see/do and more! Sujan, thank you very much for all your assistance and for your pleasant company!Great company and an amazing trip to Island Peak.
ClimbingTrekking and Hiking
Tour Type
Private and Group Tour Private Tour with a few fixed group departures available.
Accommodation
Camping, Lodge
Age Range
18-80 yrs
Operated in
english
Destinations
Island Peak, Everest Region, Chu
Island Peak, Everest Region, Chukhung, Island Peak Base Camp