05 Dec 2019
Namaste! My partner Curtis and I had a wonderful and seamless experience trekking the Manaslu Circuit and Tsum Valley with the guide of the team at Shiva Excursion.
The process at the start was made easy with email contact (from Australia) with Arjun (in Nepal) to confirm our itinerary and any details or questions we had prior to the trek. Arjun was always happy to answer all of our questions and responded to our emails within a couple of hours every time. We were made to feel very welcome in Kathmandu. Arjun picked us up from the airport and the following day provided us with additional hiking gear to ensure we had all of the appropriate equipment for the trek. We also received great advice and tips on navigating the Kathmandu culture, marketplace, food and accommodation.
The services of our guide Sudip and porter Rabi was excellent, and we would seek them out again on a return to Nepal. Not only did we feel safe and enjoy the experience in their company, we formed a true friendship with them both (including many post-walking card games (Rabi is President!)) Sudip was knowledgeable and shared history and stories from his experience growing up in Nepal and having walked the treks for over a decade. It was really special to have Sudip and Rabi share their local knowledge, and provided an authentic experience for us.
We can’t thank Arjun, Sudip and Rabi enough, for all making this trip a once in a lifetime and memorable experience.
Pheri Bhetaula!