Langtang Valley Heli Trek

My husband and I spent a month in Nepal and had the opportunity of two treks with the Nepal Hiking Team. We started with the Langtang Valley Trek, which was an incredible "warm-up" to the Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Short Trek. Please refer to the separate review for that amazing experience. After hiking above 16,000ft at the summit of Chorka Ri, we were well-prepared for ABC. This trek is a breathtaking loop up a 3,300-step staircase leading to several spectacular vantage points (hello, Poon Hill!) before a thrilling approach to the base of Machapuchare (Fishtail) and the Annapurna range.

Each day brought new and increasingly stunning views as we neared ABC. On finally arriving, we didn’t feel small but rather privileged to stand in awe of the mountains we had spent a week reaching. Reaching the base camp would have been enough. However, Nepal Hiking Team made it truly outstanding. 

Our guide, Santosh, and porter, Sabin, flawlessly guided our experience. Their expertise in trekking strategy, topography, botany, and life made this the journey of a lifetime. Thank you, gentlemen. And a big thank you to Balaram and Ganga (the masterminds behind Nepal Hiking Team) for everything you do.

From your grateful clients, Dante & Caleb

My Langtang Valley Trek in November 2024 was genuinely a lifetime experience! Being a first-time trekker and solo traveler, I was both thrilled and slightly anxious about this adventure for my 30th. From my first interaction, though, I felt completely reassured. Ganga provided thorough, prompt information, and his expert suggestion of the Langtang Trek was truly invaluable.

My journey was made unforgettable thanks to the incredible team!

A MASSIVE shoutout to the best guide, Surya! He was absolutely exceptional, putting me completely at ease with his attentive care, including daily checks of my oxygen levels and pulse, and even bringing fresh fruit along the way! Other trekkers were in awe of the care I received, which truly highlights Surya’s vast knowledge, experience, and dedication. When I asked to adjust the itinerary, he kindly made it happen. He also recommended the best dishes at every stop, and I stayed healthy the entire time! This was so important to me, and I’m incredibly grateful.

Another huge shoutout to the best porter, Raum! He was genuinely amazing, moving our gear each day with a kindness and thoughtfulness that made a real impact.

The trek itself was challenging but beyond rewarding, with stunning views around every corner. I’ll carry the memories of this journey forever, thanks to the exceptional care of Nepal Hiking Team, especially Ganga, Surya, and Raum: thank you for a journey I’ll treasure for life!

If you're reading this and considering any trek in Nepal, especially Langtang, don’t hesitate to book! There’s a reason Nepal Hiking Team is #1. And please feel free to reach out with any questions—I’m always happy to help :)

Nepal Hiking Team organized an intricate 30-day custom holiday for me and a friend, two schoolmates now in our late 70s. We requested a journey that would take us up the Langtang Valley, then to Chitwan Nature Reserve, on to Pokhara, and finally to Poon Hill.

When booking a trip like this, there's always some concern about finding a trustworthy and reliable organization. However, those worries vanished the moment we arrived at our hotel in Kathmandu and were warmly welcomed by Ganga, our guide Ram, and our "porter." We were provided with travel bags, jackets, and sleeping bags.

It’s worth explaining that a “porter” here is an unbelievably strong Gurkha who can carry up to 50 kg of baggage up and down mountains and through rivers, using a simple piece of plastic webbing, often cut from a sack, supported on his head. Their incredible strength and skill often go unrecognized, but it left a lasting impression on us.

From the high quality of the equipment, it was immediately clear that we were dealing with a responsible organization that knew exactly what they were doing. This first impression was confirmed throughout the trip. Ganga was always reachable by phone to answer any questions and readily made adjustments to the schedule when we asked.

Our guide, Ram, was clearly an expert. During our Langtang hike, we faced severe weather and landslides, which destroyed bridges and the return path. While many were affected, Ram skillfully found a safe route back, involving a day of climbing above the landslides and half-sliding down an improvised path. Throughout the journey, Ram was always mindful of my age and prepared to support me if needed.

All transportation between locations was efficiently arranged, including a flight from Pokhara back to Kathmandu.

In summary, I highly recommend Nepal Hiking Team for a safe, reliable, and adventurous journey in Nepal.

They know exactly what they’re doing and do it with high-level excellence. We were a ragtag team of seven, aged between 40 and 65 years, and they got us safely up to 16,500 feet and back without a problem.

Arun Ji (our guide) was truly special—he could do in advance what we needed, make adjustments along the way, and handle all the twists and turns that come with trekking in remote areas, where access is limited, and you have to adapt and overcome.

Ganga ji (the owner, ji at the end of the name, which is used in terms of respect) was incredibly supportive throughout the planning to end phase. He helped us navigate every shifting date and requirement, tossed in a few extras, and made the whole trip an amazing one.

I highly recommend this team if you’re looking for a personalized trekking experience. Make sure to ask for Arun Ji as your guide—you’ll thank me later!