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  • A Personalized Himalayan Experience with Rugged Trails Nepal

    About Rugged Trails Nepal and Thakur

    I don’t even know where to start… perhaps at the beginning. Booking with Rugged Trails Nepal was seamless. Their website is excellent, providing all the necessary guidance and information needed for a trek in the Himalayas. They kept me updated throughout the preparation process, ensuring I was ready for the journey. On the day of departure, they were kind enough to pick me up directly from my hotel, where the adventure began.

    My decision to visit Nepal and trek to the Himalayas was deeply personal. I wanted to better connect with myself and embark on a spiritual journey. I was fortunate to have Thakur as my guide during this trek. Though I traveled solo with him, I am confident he is equally skilled at guiding groups of up to 20 people, as he has 26 years of experience leading treks in the Himalayas. His expertise ensures that you will always be on the right path, well-fed, and warm throughout the journey.

    Speaking from my personal experience, this trek has left an everlasting impression on my heart. Why? Because Thakur truly understands people. He was a key factor in my “healing journey.” He instinctively knew when I needed time for myself. He arranged for me to have private rooms in tea houses, allowing me to focus on my own personal growth. During the trek, I was given the freedom to walk alone (while he stayed nearby, ensuring everything was under control), which gave me the opportunity to deeply connect with myself, nature, and the stunning surroundings.

    Along the way, we immersed ourselves in local traditions, explored the flora and fauna, and admired the majestic mountains, which hold a special place in my heart. Over the week, Thakur and I formed a unique bond. Upon returning to Pokhara, he even accompanied me to the temple on the lake. What touched me the most was being invited to his family’s celebration—a birthday gathering—where I experienced the warmth of his family, their traditions, and incredible food.

    If you are looking for a complete and heartwarming experience, I wholeheartedly recommend Rugged Trails Nepal and the guide, Thakur.

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  • Mardi Himal Trek has been amazing

    Namaste, Nirajan! Checking in from high camp. Just wanted to thank you again for accommodating my delays and allowing me to go on this trek! It has been amazing; definitely, the Mardi Himal trek was a wonderful choice, and thank you for your suggestions. 

  • Mulde Hill Trek was great

    Mulde Hill Trek was amazing!!! Dipak was great! The whole experience was so smooth and so enthralling that I would recommend you guys to anyone!

  • Fantastic Annapurna Foothills trek with trustworthy company!

     

    Fantastic trek, fantastic guide and porter and fantastic, trustworthy company!

    We did a 14 days annapurna foothills trek, an unforgettable experience! Why? Thanks to the quick and honest communication with Nirajan, owner of rugged trails. Thanks to the care and flexibility of our guide Shrawan and porter Prakash. Although I had a problem with my foot from the very beginning, I always felt safe in their company. When heavy rain and hailstorms unexpectedly hit us, they changed the route so that I could no longer descend or ascend, and they found a wonderful teahouse nearby to spend the night. We loved hiking through the lush forest, and we were rewarded by unworldly views of the snowcapped mountains. Thank you, rugged trails nepal, for this wonderful trek!

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  • The hike was great

    The Mulde hike was great—thank you. Thakur was a great guide, and I enjoyed the time!

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  • Fantastic 5-day ABC trek

    Fantastic 5-day ABC trek. Knowledgeable guide and stunning views. Rugged Trails was helpful, courteous, and highly responsive. Would recommend.

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  • Annapurna Base Camp hike was amazing

    The Annapurna Base Camp hike was amazing. Thanks so much. We loved the team, Guide Indra & Porter Bissan. We will surely recommend Rugged Trails Nepal for Nepal trekking. 

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  • Best time trekking through the Annapurna area

    We had the best time trekking through the Annapurna area. We booked the Annapurna Panorama Trek, which was perfect because it was not busy and the level was easy to moderate. Our Guide, Nagen, was absolutely amazing! He was so friendly and knew a lot about the mountains, the nature, and the Nepalese culture. We really enjoyed learning from him, and we will definitely stay in contact! Same with our Porter, Prakash. He was such a nice person. He was fit and so strong, carrying our baggage up the Trek! We were so thankful for him and would definitely ask for him the next time we come here! In general, we were so glad with that company (Rugged Trails Nepal) and got such good help making our way to Pokhara due to flooding issues. So thank you very much for a memorable and wonderful experience!