NEPAL JOURNEYS
Nepal! An ancient land of diverse cultures, snow-capped Himalayan peaks, trekking and mountaineering, vibrant jungles, wildlife parks, steamy terai with verdant rice paddies, gilded Hindu temples, ochre Buddhist monasteries, and mind-boggling beauty, encapsulates much of Asia and the Himalaya in one exotic country! Nepal offers a wide variety of adventures: Himalayan trekking, cycling and mountain biking, and white water rafting can be combined with tranquil yoga, spa, and boutique or luxury getaways for the perfect vacation! Kathmandu and Pokhara feature some of Asia’s top luxury, boutique and heritage hotels and spas, so you can travel in style …
Nepal is renowned for its breathtakingly beautiful Himalayan trekking in the Everest (Khumbu) region, Upper Dolpo, Upper Mustang, the Annapurnas, Manaslu & Tsum Valley, Humla, Kanchenjunga, Makalu, and Helambu, and Langtang. Turquoise lakes drain into some of Asia’s best rafting and kayaking rivers, and Himalayan trekking and bicycling are perfect ways to experience Nepal’s remote villages, sacred valleys, and far-flung mountain regions. Nepal’s most popular National Parks, Chitwan and Bardia, can be visited year-round to photograph rare wildlife and enjoy jungle safaris. Himalayan 8000-meter peaks are backdrops for traditional Sherpa, Rai, Tamang, Gurung, Magar, Hindu and Bhotia villages. Buddhists and Hindus exist peacefully together in the vibrant, ancient capital of Kathmandu, where gilded temples, massive stupas, and Buddhist monasteries adorn every street corner and hilltop, and colorful festivals are celebrated throughout the year.
Kamzang Journeys offers guided Himalayan camping and lodge treks, cycling trips, yoga journeys and heritage excursions throughout Nepal. Join one of our unique, set-departure camping treks or cycling trips, personally led by Kim, Lhakpa and the Kamzang team. And we specialize in customizing your own personalized Nepal journey just for you!
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Winter
Lhasa & Kathmandu Winter Photography Journey – Nepal & Tibet Himalaya Tours
A Tibetan winter photography journey in once forbidden Lhasa and central Tibet, on the roof of the world! We visit the sacred monasteries of Drepung, Sera, Jokhang, Samye, Shigatse, Ganden and Shalu, the Yarlung valley, Potala Palace, Barkor Square, Yamdrung Lake and Gyantse Fort, with time to explore Kathmandu and its many Buddhist and Hindu sites.
Custom Departures – Groups of 4+ Travelers (13 Days) – Hotels – (Kim & Lhakpa) + Tibetan Guide
Options for Everest Base Camp (Longer Trips 15 + 17 Days)
Spring
Wild Manaslu & Ganesh Himal (Ruby Valley) Camping Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking | Great Himalayan Trail (GHT) Route
Trek one of Nepal’s Great Himalayan Trail’s most exciting routes with us! Our just-explored Ganesh Himal (Ruby Valley) trek is a remote, incredibly scenic and very cultural route to the sublimely beautiful Manaslu region, a bit of challenge and adventure to our already epic camping trek. During the Manaslu circuit trek, we traverse high ridges and hike through bustling Gurung villages to remote Tsum Valley bordering Tibet. Heading north, we trek to ethnically Tibetan Manaslu, crossing the Larkya La pass, one of Nepal’s most spectacular Himalayan panoramas!
28 March – 26 April (30 Days) | Ruby Valley or Manaslu Trek Only (17 or 21 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Confirmed)
Our signature, totally unique remote camping trek through fabled Upper Mustang and the fabled walled city of Lo Manthang, featuring the colorful Tiji festival! The Buddhist Kingdom of Mustang is home to the last Tibetan nomads of Nepal, a stunning landscape of crumbling fortresses, traditional villages, sculpted canyons, Neolithic sky caves, Buddhist murals & spectacular Himalayan peaks soaring above the Kali Gandaki River. Bonus 19 DAY Upper Mustang permit! An epic journey through one of Nepal’s most incredible regions, where snow leopards still roam …
6 – 30 May (24 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Confirmed)
GHT | Sky Caves & Last Nomads of Upper Mustang to Nar (Teri La Annapurnas) Camping Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking (Tiji Festival Special!)
A wild trek connecting Upper Mustang (our unique Kamzang Journeys route) and Nar Phu in the Annapurna region, via the remote Teri La pass! Mustang is a Tibetan land of walled cities, fortresses, white-washed villages, sculpted canyons, Neolithic caves, nomads and Himalayan peaks soaring above the Kali Gandaki. The Teri La is a wild, remote pass connecting these two remote regions, one of Nepal’s best-kept secrets!
6 May – 5 June (31 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip – Get in Touch!)
Our unique, newly-created trekking route, a fusion of the remote, spectacular Makalu Base Camp lodge trek, with traditional Sherpa villages, and the ancient trails along the Milke Danda ridge, one of Nepal’s ancient Tibet-Nepal-India trade routes. The fabulously scenic and cultural Middle Hills region, renown for its colorful diversity of rhododendrons 🌺 in the springtime, also featured mind-boggling eastern Himalayan peak panoramas! As an bonus, we provide single 3-person dome tents if you prefer to camp, rather than staying in the lodges!
6 – 29 May (24 Days) – Lodge (& Tent) Trekking – Kim & Lhakpa (Pending Interest)
One of the Himalaya’s most epic journeys, connecting remote Makalu Base Camp with the Everest High (Three) Passes trek! The Makalu Base Camp lodge trek (with tents) features stunning alpine vistas, rhododendron-filled valleys of Sherpa inhabitants, and glacial moraines, nestled amongst the world’s highest 8000-meter peaks. A helicopter transfer over the Amphu Laptsa La pass to Chhukung connects us to the Everest High (Three) Passes trek, which features 3 Himalayan pass crossings, 2 glacier crossings, 3 peak climbs, Everest Base Camp and the stunning Gokyo Lake region!
6 May – 1 June (27 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Pending Interest)
Makalu Base Camp (Shipton La) Lodge Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking (Kim & Lhakpa Special!)
The Makalu Base Camp lodge trek is an incredible journey through spectacular landscapes and stunning alpine vistas, hiking through rhododendron-filled valleys of Sherpa inhabitants, and along glacial moraines amongst the world’s highest 8000-meter peaks. Starting in the Middle Hills Himalayan region near Tumlingtar Airport, this epic Makalu trek is a feast of Himalayan peaks, traditional mountain villages, diverse cultures, a challenging trek of stone steps and fertile valleys. This departure is part of the longer Makalu & Everest High Passes trek, led by Kim & Lhakpa en route up to Makalu Base Camp.
6 – 25 May (20 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Kim & Lhakpa (Pending Interest)
Makalu Base Camp (Shipton La) Lodge Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
The Makalu Base Camp lodge trek is an incredible journey through spectacular landscapes and stunning alpine vistas, hiking through rhododendron-filled valleys of Sherpa inhabitants, and along glacial moraines amongst the world’s highest 8000-meter peaks. Starting in the Middle Hills Himalayan region near Tumlingtar Airport, this epic Makalu trek is a feast of Himalayan peaks, traditional mountain villages, diverse cultures, a challenging trek of stone steps and fertile valleys.
29 March – 17 April (20 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Makalu Guide (Confirmed)
The Everest region’s (second) most challenging and all-around fantastic trekking route which you can enjoy as a private trip! Crossing the Cho La and Renjo La passes, you explore the spectacular Gokyo Lakes, the sublime Chukhung valley and the traditional Sherpa Thame valley. You’ll climb Gokyo Ri and Kala Patthar for spectacular Himalayan panoramas, and trek to Amadablam and Everest Base Camps, relaxing in wonderful Sherpa lodges en route!
5 – 26 April, 1 – 22 Nov 2026 (22 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Phu Tashi, Mingma or Gombu Sherpa (Confirmed)
Sherpa Everest Base Camp Lodge Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
The Nepal Everest Base Camp trek is an epic Himalayan route through the Everest region, a spectacular trek from the Hillary Airport at Lukla up to Everest Base Camp, led by a local Sherpa guide. Highlights are climbing Kala Patter peak (5660m), trekking to Everest & Amadablam Base Camps, exploring the Chhukung Valley, and visiting our favorite Sherpa villages and Buddhist monasteries, with 8000 meter Himalayan peaks soaring above!
12 – 28 or 30 April (17 or 19 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Phu Tashi or Mingma Sherpa (Confirmed)
Everest Gokyo Lakes & Renjo La Pass Lodge Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Our breathtakingly beautiful trek into the sacred Gokyo Lakes region, Everest (Khumbu)’s Shangri La, is a spectacular and challenging Everest region lodge trek, well away from the crowds trekking to Everest Base Camp. Highlights of this wonderful trek include climbing Gokyo Ri, exploring the traditional Thame Valley and visiting Buddhist monasteries, all led by a local Sherpa guide. And the Renjo La is one of Nepal’s most impressive Himalayan passes!
2 – 19 May (18 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Phu Tashi, Mingma or Gombu Sherpa (Confirmed)
Everest Sacred Gokyo Lakes Lodge Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
One of the Everest region’s most sublimely beautiful and sacred treks, a journey through the Khumbu’s Shangri La. The Gokyo Lakes lodge trek is a wonderful Everest trek, without the crowds hiking to Everest Base Camp. Our Everest Gokyo Lakes trek includes climbing Gokyo Ri, spectacular high and remote trails, and visiting Pangboche and Tengboche Monasteries, all run in our Kamzang style, led by a local Sherpa guide.
2 – 19 May 2026 (18 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Phu Tashi, Mingma or Gombu Sherpa (Confirmed)
Kanchenjunga, Lumba Sumba Pass & Makalu Barun Camping Trek – GHT Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Kanchenjunga to Makalu Barun in Nepal’s far east, some of the Himalaya’s most remote and spectacular trekking! We trek the wildest routes, from Kanchenjunga North Base Camp to Olanchung Gola, over the epic Lumba Sumba pass to Makalu Barun National Park, and along the spectacular Arun Barun River as we explore this region of Limbus and Tibetans.
May (32 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trek)
Autumn
Upper & Lower Dolpo are remote Tibetan border regions of far-flung villages and Tibetan Buddhist and Bon monasteries tucked away in remote Himalayan valleys; Nepal’s Shangri-La. Our trek through sacred Lower Dolpo include the turquoise Phoksumdo Lake, Dho Tarap, crossing spectacular high Himalayan passes to reach Schaller and Matthiessen’s Dhorpatan region, just south of the Dhaulagiri range. As a finale, we finish with an exploratory route through ‘hidden’ Kham-Magar shamanistic villages, one of our most exciting trekking routes!
27 Sept – 24 Oct 2026 (28 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Confirmed)
The Everest region’s most challenging and all-around fantastic lodge trek, the Everest Three Passes trek is Kim & Lhakpa’s signature route, and includes the iconic Everest Base Camp trek. Crossing the Cho La, Kongma La & Renjo La passes, our trek explores the spectacular Gokyo Lakes region, the Chukhung valley & the traditional Sherpa Thame valley. We climb Gokyo Ri, Chhukung Ri & Kala Patthar peaks (all over 5350m) for spectacular Himalayan panoramas, trek to Everest & Amadablam Base Camps, and relax in wonderful Sherpa lodges en route!
8 Nov – 2 Dec (25 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Confirmed)
Makalu Base Camp (Shipton La) & Everest High Passes Special Lodge Trek (Helicopter Transfer!) – Nepal Trekking
One of the Himalaya’s most epic journeys! The Makalu Base Camp lodge (with tents) trek is an incredible trek featuring stunning alpine vistas, rhododendron-filled valleys of Sherpa inhabitants, and glacial moraines, nestled amongst the world’s highest 8000-meter peaks. For the ultimate trek, we’re offering a helicopter over the Amphu Laptsa La to the Everest region, where we trek the best of the Everest High Passes trek from Chhukung, including 2 peaks, 2 glacier crossings, the boutique Dingboche Inn and the Gokyo Lakes!
6 Nov – 2 Dec (27 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip – Get in Touch!)
Makalu Base Camp (Shipton La) Lodge Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking (Kim & Lhakpa Special!)
The Makalu Base Camp lodge trek is an incredible journey through spectacular landscapes and stunning alpine vistas, hiking through rhododendron-filled valleys of Sherpa inhabitants, and along glacial moraines amongst the world’s highest 8000-meter peaks. Starting in the Middle Hills Himalayan region near Tumlingtar Airport, this epic Makalu trek is a feast of Himalayan peaks, traditional mountain villages, diverse cultures, a challenging trek of stone steps and fertile valleys.
6 – 25 Nov (20 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Kim & Lhakpa (Alternative Trip – Get in Touch!))
The Everest region’s most challenging and all-around fantastic lodge trek, the Everest Three Passes trek is Kim & Lhakpa’s signature route, and includes the iconic Everest Base Camp trek. Crossing the Cho La, Kongma La & Renjo La passes, our trek explores the spectacular Gokyo Lakes region, the Chukhung valley & the traditional Sherpa Thame valley. We climb Gokyo Ri, Chhukung Ri & Kala Patthar peaks (all over 5350m) for spectacular Himalayan panoramas, trek to Everest & Amadablam Base Camps, and relax in wonderful Sherpa lodges en route!
8 Nov – 2 Dec (25 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Confirmed)
Sherpa Everest Base Camp Lodge Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
The Nepal Everest Base Camp trek is an epic Himalayan route through the Everest region, a spectacular trek from the Hillary Airport at Lukla up to Everest Base Camp, led by a local Sherpa guide. Highlights are climbing Kala Patter peak (5660m), trekking to Everest & Amadablam Base Camps, exploring the Chhukung Valley, and visiting our favorite Sherpa villages and Buddhist monasteries, with 8000 meter Himalayan peaks soaring above!
18 Oct – 3 or 5 Nov (17 or 19 Days & Shorter Helicopter Options) – Lodge Trekking – Phu Tashi, Mingma or Gombu Sherpa (Confirmed)
The Everest region’s (second) most challenging and all-around fantastic trekking route which you can enjoy as a private trip! Crossing the Cho La and Renjo La passes, you explore the spectacular Gokyo Lakes, the sublime Chukhung valley and the traditional Sherpa Thame valley. You’ll climb Gokyo Ri and Kala Patthar for spectacular Himalayan panoramas, and trek to Amadablam and Everest Base Camps, relaxing in wonderful Sherpa lodges en route!
1 – 22 Nov (22 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Phu Tashi, Mingma or Gombu Sherpa (Confirmed)
Everest Gokyo Lakes & Renjo La Pass Lodge Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Our breathtakingly beautiful trek into the sacred Gokyo Lakes region, Everest (Khumbu)’s Shangri La, is a spectacular and challenging Everest region lodge trek, well away from the crowds trekking to Everest Base Camp. Highlights of this wonderful trek include climbing Gokyo Ri, exploring the traditional Thame Valley and visiting Buddhist monasteries, all led by a local Sherpa guide. And the Renjo La is one of Nepal’s most impressive Himalayan passes!
3 – 20 Nov (18 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Phu Tashi, Mingma or Gombu Sherpa (Confirmed)
Everest Sacred Gokyo Lakes Lodge Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
One of the Everest region’s most sublimely beautiful and sacred treks, a journey through the Khumbu’s Shangri La. The Gokyo Lakes lodge trek is a wonderful Everest trek, without the crowds hiking to Everest Base Camp. Our Everest Gokyo Lakes trek includes climbing Gokyo Ri, spectacular high and remote trails, and visiting Pangboche and Tengboche Monasteries, all run in our Kamzang style, led by a local Sherpa guide.
3 – 20 Nov (18 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Phu Tashi, Mingma or Gombu Sherpa (Confirmed)
Winter
The Great Central Nepal Middle Hills & Himalayan Bicycle (MTB) Journey – Nepal Cycling (Christmas Trip!)
The ultimate cycling adventure through the traditional villages, cultural river valleys and Himalayan foothills of Nepal’s fabulously scenic central Middle Hills. We cycle on ancient silk route trails, enjoying Himalayan viewpoints, textured hillsides, sub-tropical Pokhara and Begnas Lake, and tropical Chitwan National Park. We bike on a variety of road surfaces, from jeep tracks to paved country roads, with a bit of city riding to test your skills. Nepal’s Himalayan foothills are breathtakingly beautiful, with golden sunsets and sunrises throughout. One of the Himalaya’s BEST guided bicycle tours, with back-up vehicles, and lots of fun!
13 – 31 Dec (19 Days) – Hotels + Jeep Support – Kim & Lhakpa | See Cycle the Himalaya for More Awesome Cycling Trips! (Pending Interest)
Wild Everest Christmas & New Year | Makalu Arun Salpa & Mundum Valley to Sacred Gokyo Lakes Camping & Lodge Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Early Everest expeditions pioneered this remote trek through the traditional hill villages of the Arun Salpa valley, crossing high ridges and glacial rivers to reach the alpine Solo Khumbu. This year we have an exploratory new route via Mundum, an incredibly diverse and beautiful region. In the Everest region, we trek to the turquoise Gokyo Lakes, relaxing in Sherpa lodges en route. Join us for Christmas & the New Year in Nepal!
Dec – Jan (26 Days) – Expedition + Lodge Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Makalu Arun Camping Trek & Gokyo Lodge Trek Options
Tibet Christmas Journey | Lhasa & Kathmandu – Nepal & Tibet Christmas & New Year’s Trip!
A special Tibetan Christmas trip in wintertime Lhasa and Central Tibet! Joining Tibetan pilgrims from across the ‘Roof of the World’, we explore Lhasa’s ‘old city’, the Potala Palace, the Jokhang Temple and the Barkhor Kora. Plus a jeep safari to the sacred Tibetan Buddhist monasteries and dzongs of Samye, Shigatse, Gyantse + Ganden. Join us for an unforgettable Christmas in Lhasa, Tibet + New Year’s Eve in Kathmandu!
Dec (13 + 4 Visa Days) – Hotels – Kim + Lhakpa (Groups of 4+ Travelers)
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Winter
The Great Western Nepal Middle Hills & Himalayan Bicycle Journey – Nepal Cycling
The ultimate cycling adventure through the traditional villages, cultural river valleys and Himalayan foothills of Nepal’s incredibly beautiful western Middle Hills. We cycle along ancient trade routes, enjoying Himalayan panoramas, textured hillsides, wildlife parks and remote shamanistic villages. We bike on a variety of road surfaces, from jeep tracks to paved country roads, with a bit of city riding to test your skills. Nepal’s Himalayan foothills are breathtakingly beautiful, with golden sunsets and sunrises throughout. Another of the Himalaya’s BEST guided bicycle tours, with back-up vehicles, and lots of fun!
28 Feb – 17 March (18 Days) – Hotels + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa (Bardia Wildlife Safari Extensions Available) | See Cycle the Himalaya for More Awesome Cycling Trips! (Confirmed)
The Great Eastern Nepal Middle Hills & Himalayan Bicycle Journey – Nepal Cycling
An epic exploratory Nepal cycling adventure through the traditional villages of the incredibly scenic middle hills and valleys of eastern Nepal, from Kathmandu to Tumlingtar and the tea country of Ilam and Kanyam! Himalayan sunrises and sunrises, historic middle hills trade routes and Himalayan culture, sacred pilgrimage sites, good roads, incredibly scenic river valleys, challenging cycling (as well as cruising days) and lots of hills, always with back-up vehicles. Full of diverse culture, exploration and fun
28 Feb – 20 March (21 Days) – Hotels + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa | See Cycle the Himalaya for More Awesome Cycling Trips! (Alternative Trip – Get in Touch!)
The Great Central Nepal Middle Hills & Himalayan Bicycle (MTB) Journey – Nepal Cycling
The ultimate cycling adventure through the traditional villages, cultural river valleys and Himalayan foothills of Nepal’s fabulously scenic central Middle Hills. We cycle on ancient silk route trails, enjoying Himalayan viewpoints, textured hillsides, sub-tropical Pokhara and Begnas Lake, and tropical Chitwan National Park. We bike on a variety of road surfaces, from jeep tracks to paved country roads, with a bit of city riding to test your skills. Nepal’s Himalayan foothills are breathtakingly beautiful, with golden sunsets and sunrises throughout. One of the Himalaya’s BEST guided bicycle tours, with back-up vehicles, and lots of fun!
28 Feb – 18 March (19 Days) – Hotels + Jeep Support – Kim + Lhakpa | See Cycle the Himalaya for More Awesome Cycling Trips! (Alternative Trip – Get in Touch!)
The Great Sri Lanka Bicycle Journey
Lots to explore in the ancient Buddhist land of Sri Lanka, formerly known as Celyon. We are researching some epic, guided cycling trips to experience the most beautiful, cultural and interesting parts of ‘the pearl of the Indian Ocean’, a trading hub and crossroads of diverse cultures, with a history which dates back thousands of years. Staying at heritage hotels & guest houses, we’re supported by back-up vehicles, and have time to wind down at the end of our wonderful biking days!
Exploratory Trip | Get in Touch! – Kim + Lhakpa
Spring
Wild Manaslu & Ganesh Himal (Ruby Valley) Camping Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking | Great Himalayan Trail (GHT) Route
Trek one of Nepal’s Great Himalayan Trail’s most exciting routes with us! Our just-explored Ganesh Himal (Ruby Valley) trek is a remote, incredibly scenic and very cultural route to the sublimely beautiful Manaslu region, a bit of challenge and adventure to our already epic camping trek. During the Manaslu circuit trek, we traverse high ridges and hike through bustling Gurung villages to remote Tsum Valley bordering Tibet. Heading north, we trek to ethnically Tibetan Manaslu, crossing the Larkya La pass, one of Nepal’s most spectacular Himalayan panoramas!
18 March – 16 April (30 Days) | Ruby Valley or Manaslu Trek Only (17 or 21 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Confirmed)
Our signature, totally unique remote camping trek through fabled Upper Mustang and the fabled walled city of Lo Manthang, featuring the colorful Tiji festival! The Buddhist Kingdom of Mustang is home to the last Tibetan nomads of Nepal, a stunning landscape of crumbling fortresses, traditional villages, sculpted canyons, Neolithic sky caves, Buddhist murals & spectacular Himalayan peaks soaring above the Kali Gandaki River. Bonus 19 DAY Upper Mustang permit! An epic journey through one of Nepal’s most incredible regions, where snow leopards still roam …
25 April – 19 May (24 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Confirmed)
Our unique, newly-created trekking route, a fusion of the remote, spectacular Makalu Base Camp lodge trek, with traditional Sherpa villages, and the ancient trails along the Milke Danda ridge, one of Nepal’s ancient Tibet-Nepal-India trade routes. The fabulously scenic and cultural Middle Hills region, renown for its colorful diversity of rhododendrons 🌺 in the springtime, also featured mind-boggling eastern Himalayan peak panoramas! As an bonus, we provide single 3-person dome tents if you prefer to camp, rather than staying in the lodges!
25 April – 18 May (24 Days) – Lodge (& Tent) Trekking – Kim & Lhakpa (Pending Interest)
Wild Manaslu & Tibetan Tsum Valley Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking (Helicopter Option!)
Manaslu & Tsum Valley are perhaps Nepal’s most diverse and sublimely beautiful trekking region! Starting in the wonderful Gurung Barpak & Laprak villages, we traverse high ridges and hike through bustling Gurung villages to remote Tsum Valley bordering Tibet. Heading north, we trek to ethnically Tibetan Manaslu, crossing the Larkya La pass, one of Nepal’s most spectacular Himalayan panoramas!
March – April (29 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Heli Option) (Alternative Trek – Get in Touch!)
Kanchenjunga, Lumba Sumba Pass & Makalu Barun Camping Trek – GHT Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Kanchenjunga to Makalu Barun in Nepal’s far east, some of the Himalaya’s most remote and spectacular trekking! We trek the wildest routes, from Kanchenjunga North Base Camp to Olanchung Gola, over the epic Lumba Sumba pass to Makalu Barun National Park, and along the spectacular Arun Barun River as we explore this region of Limbus and Tibetans.
May (32 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trek – Get in Touch!)
Summer
Autumn
Sky Caves & the Last Nomads of Upper Mustang Camping Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Our signature, totally unique remote camping trek through fabled Upper Mustang and the fabled walled city of Lo Manthang, featuring the colorful Tiji festival! The Buddhist Kingdom of Mustang is home to the last Tibetan nomads of Nepal, a stunning landscape of crumbling fortresses, traditional villages, sculpted canyons, Neolithic sky caves, Buddhist murals & spectacular Himalayan peaks soaring above the Kali Gandaki River. Bonus 19 DAY Upper Mustang permit! An epic journey through one of Nepal’s most incredible regions, where snow leopards still roam …
26 Sept – 20 Oct (24 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Confirmed)
Upper & Lower Dolpo are remote Tibetan border regions of far-flung villages and Tibetan Buddhist and Bon monasteries tucked away in remote Himalayan valleys; Nepal’s Shangri-La. Our trek through sacred Lower Dolpo include the turquoise Phoksumdo Lake, Dho Tarap, crossing spectacular high Himalayan passes to reach Schaller and Matthiessen’s Dhorpatan region, just south of the Dhaulagiri range. As a finale, we finish with an exploratory route through ‘hidden’ Kham-Magar shamanistic villages, one of our most exciting trekking routes!
26 Sept – 23 Oct 2026 (28 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip – Get in Touch!)
GHT | Sacred Upper Dolpo (Shey Phoksumdo) to Mustang Camping Trek – Nepal Trekking
Upper Dolpo, Nepal’s Shangri-La, is a wild, spectacular Tibetan region of Buddhist villages and monasteries, Himalayan peaks, high passes, turquoise lakes, mountain rivers, yaks, blue sheep and snow leopards. Our epic Himalayan trek includes Dolpo’s most remote valleys, a kora of Crystal Mountain, Shey, Phoksumdo Lake, Bhijer and Panzang valley via the high passes leading to Mustang, in the Annapurna region!
26 Sept – 26 Oct (31 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip – Get in Touch!)
One of the Himalaya’s most epic journeys! The Makalu Base Camp lodge trek is an incredible journey through spectacular landscapes and stunning alpine vistas, hiking through rhododendron-filled valleys of Sherpa inhabitants, and along glacial moraines amongst the world’s highest 8000-meter peaks. As if Makalu Base Camp weren’t enough, we’ve added an exciting twist, and created the ultimate Makalu & Everest trek. From MBC, we helicopter to the Everest region and complete the Everest High Passes trek from Chhukung, including all 3 peaks and 2 glacier crossings!
Oct or Nov (Days) – Lodge Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
Makalu Base Camp (Shipton La) Lodge Trek – Nepal Trekking
The Makalu Base Camp lodge trek is an incredible journey through spectacular landscapes and stunning alpine vistas, hiking through rhododendron-filled valleys of Sherpa inhabitants, and along glacial moraines amongst the world’s highest 8000-meter peaks. Starting in the Middle Hills Himalayan region near Tumlingtar Airport, this epic Makalu trek is a feast of Himalayan peaks, traditional mountain villages, diverse cultures, a challenging trek of stone steps and fertile valleys. This departure is part of the longer Makalu & Everest High Passes trek, led by Kim & Lhakpa en route up to Makalu Base Camp.
Oct or Nov (20 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Kim & Lhakpa (Alternative Trip – Get in Touch!)
Makalu Base Camp (Shipton La) Lodge Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
The Makalu Base Camp lodge trek is an incredible journey through spectacular landscapes and stunning alpine vistas, hiking through rhododendron-filled valleys of Sherpa inhabitants, and along glacial moraines amongst the world’s highest 8000-meter peaks. Starting in the Middle Hills Himalayan region near Tumlingtar Airport, this epic Makalu trek is a feast of Himalayan peaks, traditional mountain villages, diverse cultures, a challenging trek of stone steps and fertile valleys.
Oct (20 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Makalu Guide (Confirmed)
Everest High Passes Lodge Trek – Nepal Trekking
The Everest region’s most challenging and all-around fantastic trekking route, Kim + Lhakpa’s special Everest lodge trek! Crossing the Cho La, Kongma La + Renjo La passes, we explore the spectacular Gokyo Lakes, the sublime Chukhung valley and the traditional Sherpa Thame valley. We climb Gokyo Ri, Chhukung Ri and Kala Patthar for spectacular Himalayan panoramas, and trek to Amadablam and Everest Base Camps, relaxing in wonderful Sherpa lodges en route!
7 Nov – 1 Dec (25 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Confirmed)
Winter
Wild Everest | Makalu Arun Salpa & Mundum Valley to Sacred Gokyo Lakes Camping & Lodge Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking (Christmas Trip!)
Early Everest expeditions pioneered this remote trek through the traditional hill villages of the Arun Salpa valley, crossing high ridges and glacial rivers to reach the alpine Solo Khumbu. This year we have an exploratory new route via Mundum, an incredibly diverse and beautiful region. In the Everest region, we trek to the turquoise Gokyo Lakes, relaxing in Sherpa lodges en route. Join us for Christmas & the New Year in Nepal!
Dec – Jan (26 Days) – Expedition + Lodge Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Makalu Arun Camping Trek & Gokyo Lodge Trek Options) (Pending Interest)
Tibet Christmas Journey | Lhasa & Kathmandu – Nepal & Tibet Christmas & New Year’s Trip!
A special Tibetan Christmas trip in wintertime Lhasa and Central Tibet! Joining Tibetan pilgrims from across the ‘Roof of the World’, we explore Lhasa’s ‘old city’, the Potala Palace, the Jokhang Temple and the Barkhor Kora. Plus a jeep safari to the sacred Tibetan Buddhist monasteries and dzongs of Samye, Shigatse, Gyantse + Ganden. Join us for an unforgettable Christmas in Lhasa, Tibet + New Year’s Eve in Kathmandu!
Dec (13 + 4 Visa Days) – Hotels – Kim + Lhakpa (Groups of 4+ Travelers)
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Wild Everest Christmas & New Year | Makalu Arun Salpa & Mundum Valley to Sacred Gokyo Lakes Camping & Lodge Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking (Christmas Trip!)
Early Everest expeditions pioneered this remote trek through the traditional hill villages of the Arun Salpa valley, crossing high ridges and glacial rivers to reach the alpine Solo Khumbu. This year we have an exploratory new route via Mundum, an incredibly diverse and beautiful region. In the Everest region, we trek to the turquoise Gokyo Lakes, relaxing in Sherpa lodges en route. Join us for Christmas & the New Year in Nepal!
14 Dec – 8 Jan (26 Days) – Expedition + Lodge Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Makalu Arun Camping Trek & Gokyo Lodge Trek Options)
GHT | Wild Everest to Tibet | Makalu Arun Valley, Gokyo Lakes, Renjo La & Nangpa La Camping Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
We’re very excited to run this epic trek from Tumlintar, through the Makalu Arun Valley to the Gokyo Lake and on to the border of Tibet (the Nangpa La) via the spectacular Renjo La. This unique trek follows one of the original climbing routes to Everest Base Camp, an incredibly beautiful, diverse and challenging trek through the Everest region!
May – June (31 Days) – Expedition Trekking + Lodges – Kim + Lhakpa
Makalu Base Camp (Shipton La) & Mundum Middle Hills Lodge Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
The Makalu Base Camp lodge trek is a spectacular journey through some of the most breathtakingly beautiful landscapes and alpine visas in the Himalaya, hiking through lush valleys and along glacial moraines amongst the world’s highest 8000-meter peaks.Starting in the Middle Hills region of Mundum (Kotang Bhojpur) or Milke Danda, the journey through northeastern Nepal is a feast of green, fertile valleys, dramatic snow peaks, traditional mountain villages and diverse cultures …
Oct – Nov (25 Days) – Lodge Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa
Everest Yoga Spirit Boutique Lodge Trek – Nepal Himalaya Yoga & Trekking
A boutique trek in the Everest region, with a focus on practicing yoga and meditation under Nepal’s sacred Himalayan peaks. What better place to practice yoga than a trek in the spectacular Everest region, under sacred snow peaks, visiting Buddhist monasteries, and staying in lovely Sherpa lodges with traditional Sherpa culture! Get in touch if you would like to customize this trip for your yoga group, or for fellow yoga enthusiasts!
Dates Flexible (14 Days) – Boutique Lodge Trekking + Hotels – Nepali Yoga Instructor + Sherpa Guide
Annapurna Yoga Spirit Luxury Lodge Trek – Nepal Himalaya Yoga & Trekking
A very special Yoga Spirit trek in the Annapurna foothills! Our special yoga trek has a focus on energizing yoga, revitalizing breathing, and walking meditation. During the luxury trek in Ker & Downey’s lodges, the instructor leads 2 daily yoga practices ranging from energizing hatha and vinyasa yoga to restorative, yin and slow yoga. Get in touch if you would like to customize this trip for your yoga group, or for fellow yoga enthusiasts!
Dates Flexible (11 Days) – Luxury Lodge Trekking + Hotels – Nepali Yoga Instructor + Nepali Guide
We’re very excited to run this epic trek from Tumlintar, through the Makalu Arun Valley to the Gokyo Lake and on to the border of Tibet (the Nangpa La) via the spectacular Renjo La. This unique trek follows one of the original climbing routes to Everest Base Camp, an incredibly beautiful, diverse and challenging trek through the Everest region!
May – June (31 Days) – Expedition + Lodge Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trek)
Great Himalayan Trail (GHT) Route | Wild Manaslu & Ganesh Himal (Ruby Valley) Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Trek one of Nepal’s Great Himalayan Trail’s most interesting routes with us! Our just-explored Ganesh Himal (Ruby Valley) trek is a remote, incredibly scenic and very cultural route to the sublimely beautiful Manaslu region, a bit of challenge and adventure to our already epic camping trek. During the Manaslu circuit trek, we traverse high ridges and hike through bustling Gurung villages to remote Tsum Valley bordering Tibet. Heading north, we trek to ethnically Tibetan Manaslu, crossing the Larkya La pass, one of Nepal’s most spectacular Himalayan panoramas!
March – April (29 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Heli Option)
Wild Manaslu & Tibetan Tsum Valley Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking (Helicopter Option!)
Manaslu & Tsum Valley are perhaps Nepal’s most diverse and sublimely beautiful trekking region! Starting in the wonderful Gurung Barpak & Laprak villages, we traverse high ridges and hike through bustling Gurung villages to remote Tsum Valley bordering Tibet. Heading north, we trek to ethnically Tibetan Manaslu, crossing the Larkya La pass, one of Nepal’s most spectacular Himalayan panoramas!
March – April (29 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Heli Option)
GHT | Sky Caves & Last Nomads of Upper Mustang to Nar (Teri La Annapurnas) Camping Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
A wild trek connecting Upper Mustang and Nar Phu in the Annapurna region via the Teri La pass. Mustang is a Tibetan land of walled cities, fortresses, white-washed villages, sculpted canyons, Neolithic caves, nomads and Himalayan peaks soaring above the Kali Gandaki. The Teri La is a wild, remote pass connecting these two remote regions, one of Nepal’s best-kept secrets!
May or Sept (31 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
Saga Dawa Kailash, Guge & Limi Humla Camping Trek – Humla, Nepal & Tibet Himalaya Trekking
Mystical Humla is one of Nepal’s most remote destinations; we trek the Limi Valley route in Humla to the Tibetan border before cleaning our sins on the Kailash trek. Next, sacred Tirthapuri, the ruins of ancient Kyunglung (Zhangzhung Kingdom) and the Guge Kingdom, finishing with a wonderful drive along the Himalayan range to reach exotic Lhasa.
June (31 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim, Lhakpa (Alternative Trek)
Kanchenjunga, Lumba Sumba Pass & Makalu Barun Camping Trek – GHT Nepal Himamlaya Trekking
Kanchenjunga to Makalu Barun in Nepal’s far east, some of the Himalayas’ most remote and spectacular trekking! We trek the wildest routes, from Kanchenjunga North Base Camp to Olanchung Gola, over the epic Lumba Sumba pass to Makalu Barun National Park, and along the spectacular Arun Barun River as we explore this region of Limbus + Tibetans.
May – June (32 days) – expedition trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trek)
Sky Caves & the Last Nomads of Upper Mustang Summer Camping Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Our remote, totally unique summer camping trek through fabled Upper Mustang, during the vibrantly green planting season! The Tibetan Buddhist Kingdom of Mustang is home to the last nomads of Nepal, a fabled land of walled cities, fortresses, traditional villages, sculpted canyons, Neolithic sky caves, Buddhist murals and spectacular Himalayan peaks (including often hidden Annapurna l) soaring above the Kali Gandaki River. Adding a few river days, this is ust an epic journey! Join us!
June – July (25 Days) – Expedition Trekking + Lodges – Kim + Lhakpa
Sky Caves & the Last Nomads of Upper Mustang Summer Camping Trek & Multi-Sport Adventures – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Our totally unique summer trek through Manang, the Annapurnas and Upper Mustang during the green planting season! The fabled Tibetan Buddhist Kingdom of Mustang is home to the last nomads of Nepal, a land of walled cities, fortresses, traditional villages, sculpted canyons, Neolithic sky caves, Buddhist murals and spectacular Himalayan peaks (including often hidden Annapurna l) soaring above the Kali Gandaki River. With Chitwan wildlife safaris, rafting and canyoning, this is an epic journey!
June (25 days) – expedition trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trip)
Sky Caves & the Last Nomads of Upper Mustang & Manang Annapurnas & Thorung La Summer Camping Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Our totally unique summer trek through Manang, the Annapurnas and Upper Mustang during the green planting season! The fabled Tibetan Buddhist Kingdom of Mustang is home to the last nomads of Nepal, a land of walled cities, fortresses, traditional villages, sculpted canyons, Neolithic sky caves, Buddhist murals and spectacular Himalayan peaks (including often hidden Annapurna l) soaring above the Kali Gandaki River. Starting in Manang and crossing the Thorung La, this is an epic journey!
June (25 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa
Hidden Lower Dolpo & Dhorpatan Journey | The Yarsta Gunbu Camping Trek – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Dolpo is a remote Tibetan border region of far-flung villages and Tibetan Buddhist and Bon monasteries tucked away in remote Himalayan valleys; truly Nepal’s Shangri-La. Our June explorations of hidden Lower Dolpo include Phoksumdo Lake and Dho Tarap as well as our secret valleys. As a spectacular finale, we trek Schaller and Matthiessen’s stunning Dhorpatan route during yartsa gunbu (Himalayan Gold Rush) season!
May – June – 5 (30 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trek)
Upper Dolpo & Dhorpatan Trek | The Yarsagumba Route – Nepal Himalaya Trekking
Upper Dolpo, a Tibetan border region of far-flung villages and Buddhist monasteries tucked away in remote Himalayan valleys, Nepal’s Shangri-La. Join our explorations of Dolpo’s remote Shey Gompa, Phoksumdo Lake + Panzang valley. As a finale, we trek Schaller and Matthiessen’s stunning Dhorpatan route during yarsagumba (Himalayan gold) season!
May – June (40 Days) – Expedition Trekking – Kim + Lhakpa (Alternative Trek)