This is our second time trekking with Visit Himalaya Treks. We did the Upper Mustang trek in 2019, and this time we did the Manaslu circuit. As always, the service has been top-notch since the very beginning. Himal answered our questions in a very timely manner and recommended less-traveled side trips to us. Himal always provides the best information about the area. He knows so much about the different trekking areas of Nepal, and their itineraries are the best.
We had Ramkaji as our trekking guide, and his cousin Dawa as our porter. The Manaslu circuit trek had long trekking days at the beginning, and Ramkaji was able to modify our itinerary to best fit our needs. Instead of doing the 2 days to Namrung and Lho, we did the same distance in 3 days to Garp, Sho, and Shyala. We were able to acclimatize very well, and we did not encounter many other trekkers in those 3 days. Shyala is the most beautiful village and has the best views of Manaslu, Nadi Chuli, and Himal Chuli. Seeing those mountains light up during sunrise was one of the most unforgettable memories on this trek. Ramkaji is patient, kind, knowledgeable, and ensures our safety and comfort on the whole trek.
Our porter Dawa is positive, strong, and hard-working. On our day to the Larke Pass, it was cold and icy. Ramkaji and Dawa gave their microspikes to us for descent. We watched Dawa descending the icy trail with our heavy duffel bags. Words cannot express how grateful we were and how generous and caring the Nepali people are. We had an excellent time on the Manaslu Circuit, all thanks to Himal, Ramkaji, and Dawa’s support.
I highly recommend Visit Himalaya Treks to everyone. They are professional, flexible, and provide high-quality service. Whether you want to go to popular areas such as Everest or Annapurna, or restricted areas such as Upper Mustang or Manaslu, Visit Himalaya Treks is your go-to travel agency!
