Our Story
About Himalayan Voyagr
Himalayan Voyagr was founded by a group of Sherpa guides and travel professionals who grew up in the shadow of the world's highest peaks. For over fifteen years we have been crafting journeys through Nepal, Bhutan, Tibet, and Ladakh — journeys led by people who call these mountains home.
To create transformative travel experiences in the Himalayas that benefit local communities, protect the fragile mountain environment, and connect our guests to the cultures and landscapes that make this region unlike any other on Earth.
What We Stand For
Our Core Values
Local First
We are locally owned and locally staffed. Every guide, porter, and office team member is from the region they serve, ensuring authentic experiences and direct economic benefit to mountain communities.
Safety Without Compromise
Every itinerary is built around safety. Our guides carry emergency oxygen and satellite communication, and our evacuation protocols have been refined over fifteen years of high-altitude operations.
Environmental Stewardship
We follow strict Leave No Trace principles, eliminate single-use plastics on trek, and contribute a portion of every booking to the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee.
Fair Wages
We pay our porters and guides above the industry-standard rate, provide proper gear, and ensure insurance coverage. We are a certified Partner of the International Porter Protection Group.
Small Groups
We cap our group sizes at twelve travelers and never merge groups. This keeps the experience intimate, reduces environmental impact, and allows our guides to give each guest genuine attention.
Transparency
Our pricing is all-inclusive with no hidden fees. What you see on the itinerary is what you get — and if something is not included, we say so plainly before you book.
The People Behind the Journeys
Our Team
Tenzing Norbu Sherpa
Founder & Lead Guide
IFMGA-certified mountain guide from the Khumbu Valley. Two-time Everest summiteer with over 250 successful expedition and trekking trips across the Himalaya.
Karma Wangchuk
Bhutan Operations Director
Born in Thimphu, Karma has guided cultural and trekking trips across all twenty districts of Bhutan for over fifteen years. Specialist in Bhutanese Buddhist art and monastery architecture.
Pasang Lhamu Sherpa
Sustainability & Community Lead
Environmental scientist and trekking guide focused on sustainable tourism. Leads our Leave No Trace training and community partnership programs across Nepal.
Tashi Norbu
Tibet & Ladakh Operations
Cultural guide and translator from Leh, Ladakh. Has led Kailash Mansarovar yatra and Ladakh monastery tours for over a decade with deep knowledge of Tibetan Buddhism.
Milestones
Our Journey
Founded in Kathmandu
Tenzing Norbu Sherpa and a group of fellow Khumbu guides open a small office in Thamel, Kathmandu, with a vision to offer locally led Himalayan journeys.
Expanded to Bhutan
Opened a second office in Paro, Bhutan, partnering with local guides to offer cultural and trekking trips across the kingdom.
Sustainability Programs Launched
Introduced our Leave No Trace training program and eliminated single-use plastics on all treks. Partnered with the Sagarmatha Pollution Control Committee.
Leh Office Opened
Expanded operations to Ladakh with a year-round office in Leh, offering Kailash Mansarovar and Ladakh monastery tours.
5,000th Successful Trip
Celebrated our 5,000th successful journey with a zero-fatality safety record and a 98 percent customer satisfaction rating.
Carbon-Neutral Commitment
Pledged to become a fully carbon-neutral operator by 2028, investing in solar power for teahouse lodges and reforestation projects in the Khumbu.
Recognition
Awards & Certifications
Awards
- TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice — 10 Years Running
- Adventure Travel Trade Association Member
- Sustainable Travel International Certified
- Lonely Planet Recommended Operator
- Porter Protection Group Partner
Certifications
- IFMGA / UIAGM Mountain Guide Certification
- Wilderness First Responder — All Lead Guides
- Leave No Trace Master Educator
- Sagarmatha National Park Licensed Operator
- Bhutan Tourism Council Licensed Operator
Find Us
Our Offices
Kathmandu
Thamel, Marg 12, Kathmandu 44600, Nepal
+977 1 4700 100
kathmandu@himalayanvoyagr.com
Sunday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM NPT
Paro
Clock Tower Square, Paro 12001, Bhutan
+975 8 271 200
paro@himalayanvoyagr.com
Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM BTT
Leh
Fort Road, Leh, Ladakh 194101, India
+91 1982 271 200
leh@himalayanvoyagr.com
Monday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM IST
Join Us in the Mountains
For over 16 years, we have been crafting extraordinary Himalayan journeys.