From the moment we met with Pasang Sherpa at the Calgary, AB Canada adventure show to the moment we landed in Katmandu to the conclusion of our Mera Peak trek, our group (2 Canadians & 3 Americans) was very impressed with the professionalism, expertise & care of the entire Mountain Sherpas team.
We were provided with a detailed itinerary at the onset of our planning phase (1 yr+) and Pasang Sherpa was very responsive to our team inquiries. At the time when deposits were requied, the payments were handled securely & efficiently.
We obtained Visas at the Napalese embassy prior to travel and this step streamlined the arrival process.
Tandi Sherpa attended to greet us at the Katmandu airport and transported us to our pre-trek hotel. The next day, Tandi Sherpa picked us up and transported us to the Mountain Sherpa arranged accommodation (Yak & Yeti Hotel). This hotel is centrally located and close to the Thamel tourist neighbourhood. That evening, we enjoyed an authentic cultural dinner including music & dance with our assigned guide, Mingmar Sherpa.
To assist with the time change the next day, we also toured the Swayyambhunath Stupa and Durbar Square.
Mountain Sherpas arranged air travel to Lukla on the next day and we arrived on time as planned.
The trekking experience was both exhausting & exhilarating and Mingmar Salaka Sherpa, our guide, expertly assessed & supported our progress everyday. He was positive, professional and attended to our every need. His leadership was exceptional and he was able adjust itineraries to accommodate specific members of our group. We were very fortunate to have him as our guide.
His assistant sherpas, Niima, Bimba & Roksha, we’re integral to the success of the trek. A special shout-out to Niima and Bimba for really stepping up when we needed them most.
Only one member of our climbing group made it to the summit due to a few health issues that affected our group along the way.
Upon our return to Katmandu, Tandi picked us up at the airport and took us to several locations, including the Boudhanath Stupa.
All in all, we had a terrific expedition and would highly recommend Mountain Sherpas as a go-to company for trekking in Nepal.
Dhanyabād!