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Tengboche Monastery Trek – A Memorable Experience

I arranged a solo trekking trip — the Everest View Tengboche Trek — through the internet, and choosing Himal and his team turned out to be the perfect decision for this adventure.

Although I started the trek with a companion, it quickly became clear that the trail was a bit too demanding for them. Fortunately, I had Bir Bahadur Gurung (age 53, yet full of energy and incredibly dynamic) as our guide. I entrusted him with looking after my slower-paced trekking partner while I continued with my own trek at a more comfortable rhythm.

Bir proved to be a mature, responsible, and highly dependable guide. Thanks to his professionalism, I never had to worry about my companion’s safety or well-being during the journey. His calm presence and serious approach to guiding made a huge difference, especially on a trail like the Everest View Trek.

I would highly recommend Bir Bahadur Gurung to anyone seeking a guide with a thoughtful and mature outlook on life. (There are several B.B. Gurungs online, so be sure to contact my Bir through Himal directly!)

Many thanks to Himal for organizing everything so smoothly. I hope to return one day for the Annapurna Trek — and when I do, I’ll definitely be booking through Nepal Wilderness Trekking again.