Testimonials

Excellent Experience with Heaven Himalaya – Everest Base Camp Trek (11th to 24th October 2025)

Everest Base Camp trek organized by Heaven Himalaya, was an absolutely fantastic experience. Everything—from the planning and communication to the on-ground execution—was perfectly organized.

The guides were professional, knowledgeable, and very supportive throughout the trek. They ensured our safety, comfort, and motivation at every step, while also sharing deep insights about the mountains, culture, and local life. The porters were equally humble and hardworking, making the journey smooth and enjoyable.

Accommodation, meals, and logistics were all well-managed even in remote areas. The itinerary was well-paced, allowing proper acclimatization and time to enjoy the breathtaking views of the Himalayas.

Overall, I highly recommend Heaven Himalaya for anyone planning the EBC trek. Their professionalism, care, and attention to detail truly made this a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.

This is was my 7th trekking experience with Heaven Himalaya. Previously I'd done their 11 day jeep explore through Mustang, a 3 week tour through the Everest Region including Gokyo and Chukkhung Valleys, 8 days on the Annapurna Circuit East with a girlfriend, Tsum Valley with a bunch of other couples, Manaslu Circuit and Manang area with my husband and another friend and this year my husband and I went to Annapurna Base Camp. We were planning on going to Mardi Himal as well and then onto Nar and Phu Valleys with Heaven Himalaya but I sprained my knee and, unfortunately, had to cut my trekking short this year. We were once again able to retain the incredible guiding services of Shankar Adhikari who is a phenomenal guide and human being who, along with porter and card shark Anish who took amazing care of us and looked out for us every step of the way. This included securing great medical services for me in Pokhara after I sprained my knee and flexing graciously around the subsequent changes in the itinerary forced by my injury. The owner of Heaven Himalaya, Ramhari Adhikari, continues to step up for us trip after trip, creating competitively priced and affordable, beautiful and physically appropriate itineraries based on our fitness level and age and treats us like family, always making us feel welcome, special and cared for. This company is top notch. I've been coming to Nepal for over 40 years and worked with other trekking companies over the years and none compares to Heaven Himalaya. You will be taken care of, welcomed like family and looked after with every detail. I cannot recommend HH or any of their programs more highly.

Very grateful to Heaven Himalaya for a fantastic 25-day expedition to Mera and Island Peak. Our Australian team felt really well cared for the whole time. We were happy with the communication, planning and logistics. The accommodation was always great and the food provided was tasty and safe - none of our team had any significant stomach upsets. Our guide, Hari, was especially amazing! He was very friendly, knowledgeable and helped us throughout the trip with navigating any challenges. The HH team stayed flexible and was able to adapt the itinerary to suit our needs and the conditions as the trip went on. I highly recommend them!
Thanks Hari, Ram and the HH team!

My dad, brother and I had an epic Everest Base Camp trek with Heaven Himalaya. I would recommend this company and our guide, Shankar, with all my heart. My review will discuss the logistics/season, itinerary and plan, key people involved, and overall experience/tips.

We started our 11-day trek on September 3rd, so not yet peak season. While there was some rain, this was an amazing time to go because the forests were lush, the weather was mild, and most importantly it was not crowded. This offered more flexibility with lodging as well. I’ll talk more about weather when I talk about Shankar.

Heaven Himalaya set up a thorough and effective itinerary that allowed for ample acclimation at higher altitudes. The daily hiking was challenging at points, but very manageable and we saw people of many ages conquering the trails. The company set up clean, comfortable accommodation at each location and even coordinated with other guides so our family could stay at the same tea houses as the friends we met on the trails. We were also given a down jacket and sleeping bag by the company, but I didn’t need to use them because it was pretty warm and the tea houses had very robust blankets. I never felt like I was going hungry or thirsty because Shankar ensured we got hot food at each meal. I cannot eat gluten, and while I found there were many food options for me, Shankar asked hotel chefs to prepare specific oatmeal that was safe for me to eat. This was very valuable to me, as I wanted to be well fueled at breakfast before hiking. Breakfast was the most limiting gluten-wise and I usually ended up eating eggs and potatoes. But for lunch and dinner, there was a wide variety of soups, dal bhat and other Indian rice dishes, fried rice, and potatoes. It was all so delicious! Shankar also gave us a nightly run-down of the next day’s plan, so we could know exactly what was going on. It’s important that I mention that during our trip was the revolution in Nepal. We didn’t have service high up in the mountains, but Shankar kept us updated of the political events. He and Ram, the founder, emailed my mom who was worried about safety in Nepal and kept her updated and reassured that we were safe. By the time our trek concluded just 3 days later, the riots had stopped and the curfew was lifted in Kathmandu. We felt very safe.

The overall experience was beyond amazing. The mountains were beautiful and I learned so much about Nepali culture through visiting monasteries on our trek and eating traditional foods like dal bat at each tea house. It was such an accomplishment to make it to base camp. We along with many other hikers took Diamox to prevent altitude sickness, and Shankar encouraged us to hydrate and sleep well which helped us feel great the entire trek.

Shankar and Ram were a fantastic team both when things were smooth as well as during challenges. One such uncontrollable challenge was the weather at Lukla airport preventing flights from departing as normal. Shankar was very well connected with airlines flying from Lukla to Kathmandu, and so arranged for me and my family to fly back to Kathmandu on time after our trek even though flights were not guaranteed. Shankar’s quick thinking and hustle got us to Kathmandu safely even though many of our friends who used different trekking companies were left waiting at the airport for days while the weather cleared. Shankar was seriously a superstar during this time and I wish all our friends had guides like him to advocate for them. Domestic travel in Nepal is very weather-dependent and Heaven Himalaya did an amazing job navigating that. I can’t say enough how much stress that erased for us. I must emphasize how AWESOME our porters, Maniraj and Rajkumar, were. They carried our bags with such strength and on the last day, when we were rushing to the Lukla airport, they rushed alongside us which was a feat considering the weight they carried. I felt so supported by this efficient team.

Now for my general reflections. This was our first long multi-day trek and some items I found useful were: electrolytes, vitamins/probiotics, a waterproof backpack cover, knee support wraps, a power bank. You can find these items in Namche during the trek but may be more expensive. As a gluten free person I wish I had brought more snacks with me. I managed fine but it wouldn’t have hurt for me to bring a couple protein bars like other friends did, and perhaps more packaged oatmeal just for gluten intolerance reasons. it was also really helpful to have a good quality, absorbent backpacking towel because it really elevated the shower experience. Other things to note are that hot drink costs do add up so just be mindful! We had one hot drink per day included, but liked to indulge in multiple.

We are hoping to return for another trek with Shankar and Heaven Himalaya, maybe this time to Annapurna. The company and country’s hospitality made a strong impression.

Absolutely excellent choice of company for your Nepal trek. Ramhari was an excellent resource getting payment and details figured out pre-trip. When we arrived in Kathmandu, we were welcomed by our guide, Sankar, and all of the transportation to the hotel was taken care of. Once we arrived we were given a welcome drink and Ram explained the route in detail again and gave some final tips. Heaven Himalayas price ($1299/person) was also a good deal compared to similar companies.
Once the trek started, our guide, Sankar was incredible. I can’t stress this enough, ask for Sankar when doing your trek. When talking with other trekkers on the EBC trail it was pretty clear that our experience was exceptional. We always had the best accommodations, the best food, and Sankar made sure we were always on the best schedule. Having done this trek over 80 times, Sankar had tons of info on the areas we passed through, shared knowledge on the Nepali and Sherpa peoples, and solved problems before we even knew they were there. Our assistant guide, Nemis, was also an excellent asset to the group. On our final day of the Trek, bad weather in Lukla permitted only one flight out. 90%+ of trekkers got stuck in Lukla for a second day but Sankar got us on the one flight. I cannot recommend him enough. Overall, my wife, friend, and I all had an incredible trip and seeing Everest with our own eyes was a dream come true. It wouldn’t have been possible without Heaven Himalaya. Thank you!

I rarely write public reviews, but our experience with Heaven Himalayas was so exceptional that I felt compelled to share it. My husband, 19-year-old daughter, and I recently travelled to Nepal and completed the Annapurna Base Camp Circuit trek — our first trek and first time in Nepal.

After doing extensive research comparing itineraries, inclusions, and costs, we chose Heaven Himalayas — and we’re so glad we did. From the very beginning, Ram was incredibly patient and responsive, answering all my pre-trip questions (and there were many!) about everything from sleeping bags and e-sims to mosquito spray.
When we arrived in Nepal, Ram personally greeted us at the airport and provided a thorough trek briefing. We were then introduced to our guide, Shankar, whose professionalism and warmth immediately put us at ease. He helped us catch an earlier flight to Pokhara, sorted all logistics smoothly, and introduced us to Porzo, our wonderful porter.

Throughout the trek, Shankar and Porzo took exceptional care of us. We always felt safe, supported, and comfortable to go at our own pace. Shankar handled everything — organising meals, giving us daily tips on what to expect and what to wear, and sharing his deep knowledge of the region and its culture. He’s a sincere, kind and genuine person. Porzo was also amazing; he made my family feel safe and looked after. He was always smiling, there to help and has a lovely presence.

This trip was incredibly special for our family. If you’re considering trekking in Nepal, I wholeheartedly recommend getting in touch with Heaven Himalayas. Ram and his team are professional, knowledgable, responsive, flexible, and genuinely dedicated to making your experience unforgettable.