Clients Review

I have just returned from a fantastic 24 days trekking with Nepal Mother House Treks in March/April 2025, which included Manaslu, side trips, and NarPhu Valley. Karna Rana, the managing director of this agency, made this successful trip possible by tailoring the itinerary according to our demands and available timeframe. He was extremely patient, helpful, and flexible during our trip planning, giving prompt and exact answers to our emails with detailed and exhaustive information. Also, the website of Nepal Mother House proved to be by far the best source of information we found on the internet and helped us decide on side trips, etc. The itinerary and our trek were perfectly organized, and pricing was competitive.

We are two female trekkers in our 60s, very fit and experienced, and we have been to the Himalayas many times. Karna organized for the two of us a local Gorkha team, composed of experienced guide Pratap Magar and a strong young porter, Kishor Magar. The smooth and enjoyable Manaslu Trekking and Nar Phu Valley trip we had was in substantial part thanks to this tandem. We had so much fun with them. Both were the perfect team to keep us safe, healthy, and happy during our trip. We were fortunate to receive guidance at such a high altitude.

Pratap actually saved the trek for me, for I arrived in Kathmandu with viral conjunctivitis in one eye from the international flight. He took me to a pharmacy in Thamel, where a very competent doctor gave me the right diagnosis and medicine the night before our departure into the mountains. Therefore, I can confidently say that he saved my eyesight. Patrap knew how to convince us to get up early and have early starts so we would enjoy clear skies before the haze moved into the valley. He also made sound decisions based on meteorological conditions, which allowed us to cross Larkya La on the best and clearest day of the entire trip, one day ahead of schedule, and enjoy wonderful views. He assisted my friend so nicely when she was struggling with the high altitude. He was very flexible. When we asked for his opinion, he gave us clear and honest answers that allowed us to decide how to change the itinerary to spend more time in places we enjoyed, e.g., to cut the long descent from Larkya La into three journeys. Pratap had a great sense of what we'd like or enjoy and what not and gave us advice that proved to be absolutely right, like which side trip would be worth the effort and which not, according to the weather. Pratap was so patient on the trail when we stopped once and again to take pictures. He also was a talented photographer, taking lovely shots of us in front of the scenery.

Our porter, Kishor Magar, was powerful and swift, yet always good-humored, kind, and smiling. Kishor was very safe on the downhills and on slippery terrain. Kishor also guided at high altitude and on side trips, since he has his guide certificate and is very knowledgeable of the trails. For example, at high altitude, he hiked ahead with the fastest members of our group. He always knew the perfect shortcuts. He always waited for us at the right places. Additionally, he demonstrated many kind gestures, including helping with our food orders,serving meals, and preparing the most amazing fruit desserts. To do this, he was carrying kilos of apples and pomegranates along with our duffle bags and his backpack! And he is very skilled with phone technology and always willing to help out whenever needed. He immediately understood that we like rooms with a lovely view, and that’s what he made sure we would get at the next destination when he arrived before us.

In summary, we highly recommend the services of Nepal Mother House Treks; it’s a fantastic company that provides wonderful guides and porters and tailored itineraries!

Karna and Nepal Mother House Trekking Company did an excellent job from start to finish for our wonderful 3+ week trek in March/April 2025 (Manaslu + sidetrips & Nar Phu Valley). Throughout the entire process, Karna was always very responsive (email, phone, in person). He worked very closely with us to create the Manaslu trek with the Nar Phu Valley Combo trip and flexible schedule we wanted. Even before we made any booking confirmation, Karna was extremely helpful and responsive,providing us with quick and clear answers to all our questions. Everything was very well organized and at a very competitive price.

We are two older trekkers who are very fit, independent, and have solid backcountry experience; therefore, Karna matched us with the perfect local guide, PratapMagar, who is experienced in Ghorka. I can't say enough positive about our amazing guide Pratap - he was honest, kind, patient, and professional, as well as having a wonderful sense of humor. He kept us safe, healthy, and happy throughout the trip. When we asked for his opinion, he always gave us candid and insightful answers that made it easy to make our decisions. Pratap demonstrated adaptability by successfully modifying our plans and schedule to precisely meet our needs throughout our trip.  He had great suggestions for adjustments in our schedule so we could spend more time in various locations. When I was moving slowly at altitude (Ruila and Larkya La passes), he gave me the quiet, calm, gentle support I needed to get through it. Pratap and our porter Kishor worked seamlessly together and were a powerful and fun team to trek with. On our Manaslu side trips, having a guide and porter allowed me and my friend to go at different paces, especially when I was struggling with altitude on the passes.

Kishor was our cheerful, strong, and quick porter who assisted with taking our food orders, serving them, and creating beautiful fruit designs for our dessert! Although Kishor is a powerful porter, he always waited for us at all the right places and was willing to help out whenever needed.Kishor has his guide certificate and will be a competent and kind guide.

In summary...this is an awesome company, offering fantastic treks and wonderful guides and porters - highly recommended!

We recently completed a customized trek to Everest Base Camp, Gokyo Lake, and two high passes. The Nepal Mother House Treks were very helpful with sorting out transportation (jeep) to Lukla at Surke and preparing for the trek.

Bir, our porter-guide, met us after the long but manageable jeep ride. He made the experience of the trek really comfortable for us. Bir was incredibly friendly, supportive, and always ready with a smile. He went above and beyond—helping with our gear, sharing local insights, and ensuring we felt safe and comfortable every step of the way.

Bir’s knowledge of the trails enriched our journey, and his positive attitude kept our spirits high, even on tough days. He was flexible and resourceful, adapting quickly to changing conditions and making sure our trek went smoothly. By the end, Bir felt more like a friend than a guide.

If you’re planning a trek in the Everest region, like the Everest Three Passes Trek, the Everest 2 Passes Trek, Kinmala La and Chola Pass, the Everest Base Camp Trek, or the Everest Base Camp to Chola Pass Trek, we highly recommend Nepal Mother House Treks.
And thank you, Bir!

Had a fantastic trip to Nepal, hiking the Manaslu circuit.
Karna from Mother House organized the trip excellently. Great communication.
Sabut, our fantastic guide, led us from that point on. We felt safe, and it was wonderful to have all of our needs already sorted. We would highly recommend this service to others.
Thanks, team!

If you are looking for a fantastic agency, Nepal Mother House is unbeatable. Everything ran smoothly. We did the Manaslu Circuit, and it was perfect. Of course, the mountains are great, but the best thing about the trek was our guide , Sabut. He was not only a fantastic companion but also an effective problem-solver, a great guide, a joker, and a cook. For those 14 days, he truly became our friend. We highly recommend him! You won't find a better one!

Polish Language: "Jeżeli szukacie super agencji, to Nepal Mother House jest nie do przebicia. Wszystko zorganizowane w sposób perfekcyjny. Robiliśmy Manaslu Circuit i to był strzał w dziesiątkę. Oczywiście, góry kapitalne, ale to co było najlepsze w trekingu, to nasz przewodnik - Shubeet. Fantastyczny kompan, skuteczny w rozwiązywaniu problemów, KAPITALNY PRZEWODNIK, żartowniś i kucharz. Chyba można stwierdzić, że na te 14 dni stał się naszym przyjacielem. Gorąco polecamy! Lepszego nie znajdziecie!"

Shubeet's leadership of our group during the trek around Manaslu was a great blessing. He is not only an excellent guide but, above all, a wonderful person - always smiling, friendly, and ready to help in any situation.

From the first day, we experienced a sense of trust and security due to his professionalism, knowledge of the terrain, and familiarity with the rules that govern the mountains. He was able to perfectly balance the pace of the march, adapting it to the capabilities of the entire group. At the same time, he never lost his vigilance and took care of our comfort at every step.

In more difficult moments—both physically and mentally— he was invaluable support. He helped me to go through sections that I was afraid of, gave me encouragement, and patiently explained each step. Even when I ran out of water purification tablets, he was able to organize new ones in one day — his resourcefulness and commitment are truly impressive.

This individual not only possesses a deep understanding of the mountains but also harbors a deep love for them, a passion he is able to instill in everyone he encounters. I recommend it wholeheartedly—Shubeet (known as Sabut) is a guide you can trust without hesitation.

Polish Language: 
"Mieliśmy ogromne szczęście, że naszą grupę podczas trekkingu wokół Manaslu prowadził właśnie Shubeet (Sabut). To nie tylko doskonały przewodnik, ale przede wszystkim wspaniały człowiek – zawsze uśmiechnięty, życzliwy i gotowy do pomocy w każdej sytuacji.
Od pierwszego dnia czuć było, że jesteśmy w dobrych rękach – jego profesjonalizm, znajomość terenu i zasad panujących w górach budziły zaufanie i dawały ogromne poczucie bezpieczeństwa. Potrafił idealnie wyważyć tempo marszu, dostosowując je do możliwości całej grupy, a jednocześnie nigdy nie tracił czujności i dbał o nasz komfort na każdym kroku.
W momentach trudniejszych – zarówno fizycznie, jak i psychicznie – był nieocenionym wsparciem. Pomagał mi przejść odcinki, których się obawiałam, dodawał otuchy i cierpliwie tłumaczył każdy kolejny krok. Nawet gdy zabrakło mi tabletek do uzdatniania wody, potrafił zorganizować nowe w ciągu jednego dnia – jego zaradność i zaangażowanie naprawdę imponują.
To osoba, która nie tylko zna góry, ale też kocha je całym sercem – a tę pasję potrafi przekazać każdemu, kto ma okazję z nim iść. Z całego serca polecam – Shubeet to przewodnik, któremu można zaufać bez wahania. "

Excellent trip with our guide Jayaram. We got really lucky with the weather, both in terms of the flight to Lukla and also on our Everest Base Camp Trek itself. Jayaram was very talkative, pointing out the various hills and checking our blood oxygen level each day. He was also really good with us on base camp day, where we ended up walking back to Loboche instead of staying in Gorak Shep. Would highly recommend Jayaram and Nepal Mother House for trekking adventures.

I did the Manaslu Trek from March 12th to March 22nd, and it was by far the best trekking experience of my life, and I can’t recommend this enough for how good it was. For this trek I had an incredible guide, Sabut, and a porter, Kishor, who did everything possible to make my trip unforgettable.

The organization was perfect, from the meeting pre-departure to every detail during the trek and after finishing. They consistently prioritize my needs and ensure that I have an unforgettable experience. The Manaslu Circuit trek with Searang Gumba is incredible, and we were very lucky to have amazing weather conditions. Sabut always made sure to explain the plan for the day after and the following days and also gave me the freedom to make decisions on when and which things to do. I also always had a private room, which was amazing. 

Finally, since I am a photographer, I always had the time to stop and take photos, and I never felt rushed in any way, which was exactly what I was looking for. Overall, I think the company did an outstanding job. Sabut, the guide, was knowledgeable and extremely nice, and I will recommend them to anyone who wants to do this trek!
 

Nepal Mother House Treks and Expeditions were recommended by a friend who had used them on a trip to Nepal a few years ago. Our planned trek crossed 3 high passes with a visit to Everest Base Camp. From the initial contact with Nepal Mother House, Karna, who runs the company, was very quick to reply with plenty of information. Once we had decided on dates and booked our international flights, Karna was once again quick to provide all the necessary information for our trip. 
Our chosen trek was for 18 days, but from experience, I would strongly recommend adding some extra days for contingency, especially when international return flights are being booked. For example, our flight to Lukla (where the trek starts) was delayed by a day due to poor weather, but we had heard of people being delayed by up to 4 days the previous week. 

We were met by our main guide, Pratap, at Kathmandu International Airport, and once we had dropped our gear at our hotel (which Karna had booked), we followed Pratap on the short walk to the company's office to meet Karna in person and discuss the itinerary of the trek and make sure we were happy with everything. Nepal's infrastructure had been very badly damaged due to the earthquake in 2015, and again, due to late monsoon flooding this year, some of the main roads to and from the capital were severely damaged or impassable. 

Our flight to Lukla was from Ramechhap, which is usually a 5 to 6-hour drive from Kathmandu, but due to the flooding, the main road was impassable, so we had to endure an 11-hour minibus trip on the evening of our arrival, following back "roads" to get there. Not the best of starts considering we had spent about 13 hours over 2 international fights and a bit of stopover time. At least our delayed flight gave us a chance for a proper rest in Ramechhap before our trek began in earnest. The flight to Lukla lasts about 20 minutes with stunning views of the region, and before you know it, you have arrived with a bump!

There were just 2 in our group, and as part of the package, we had our main guide and a porter to help carry our gear for the 18 days of Everest 3 Passes trekking. I decided to hire a second porter to help share the load, not that we had a lot as you are restricted to what you are allowed to carry on the Lukla flight due to the size of the planes (10 kg hold luggage and 5 kg hand luggage per person).

Our itinerary was a mix of long and shorter days of trekking with some rest (acclimatization) days in between. Due to our day's delay in arriving at Lukla, Pratap, our guide asked if we wanted to miss our first scheduled stopover point and continue further up the Khumbu Valley to our second stopover at NamcheBazaarr to catch up time-wise. 

After discussion, we agreed. That was a tough first day!! I wasn't expecting such a variety of path types and conditions as we traveled up the valley—some a lot better than expected, and as well as trekkers, we encountered porters, donkeys, yaks, and horses all using the same route, carrying vital supplies up and down the valley—a completely new and wonderful experience. Pratap kept us right when passing these animals on the path and kept our pace slow to allow our bodies to get used to the increasing altitude. We had a rest day in Namche BBazaar, which included a walk up to the Everest View Hotel, where we had our first sight of Mount Everest, which was amazing to see with my own eyes.

From Namche, we embarked on a daily trekking journey filled with breathtaking views and novel experiences. The last section of our first high pass, Kongma La, was pretty steep in parts and tough, but so satisfying once we reached the top, where we were once again met with breathtaking views. We had our first experience of trekking in snow as the upper section on the other side of the pass was covered—I don't think that was expected.

We had noticed that our guide Pratap had been hanging back a bit on our descent to our overnight stop, and he was quite a bit behind by the time we arrived. He didn't appear to be in his usual bright mood. By the next morning, he was unwell, and the call was made to airlift him out and down to a hospital in Kathmandu. All very worrying at the time and uncertainty about what to do next. Once again, Karna was at hand on the end of a phone this time to discuss what next. It was agreed that we would carry on and Kishor, who was our primary porter and trainee guide, would take over the leading role. Although his understanding of English wasn't as good as Pratap's, he did a brilliant job for the remainder of the trek, getting us to the Everest base camp of 1953 and over the 2 remaining high passes: Cho La (my favorite for the variety of terrain, including walking over a glacier), and finally Renjo La, before starting our return leg back to Namche Bazaar and then Lukla.

On my first visit to Nepal, I had a fantastic experience trekking with Nepal Mother House. The three high passes were tough for me, but the whole experience was phenomenal and "breathtaking." While in the mountains, it's important to acknowledge and embrace the possibility of unexpected events and rely on patience and trust in your companions to navigate through them. Karna and his team were there for us every step of the way, and I would thoroughly recommend Nepal Mother House for any trip anyone was considering in Nepal.
 

Jayaram, Kishor and Ganesh made this trek such an incredible experience for all of us!
They approached everyday with such an uplifting and joyous attitude, making the trek in Manaslu Circuit so much more enjoyable.
On top of being observant and guiding us through safely, all of us managed to create such a great bond with each other.

We could not have asked for a better team to guide us!

 

Karna was extremely friendly and professional throughout our entire Manaslu Circuit trip in Nepal. He made the entire process so seamless and easy for me and my group.
Jaya is an incredibly funny and knowledgeable guide—always laughing, dancing, and singing along the trek.

Kishor and Ganesh never failed to impress us with their speed and strength while carrying over 20 kg on their backs. Both porters were always so quick to help the second they spotted anyone struggling with anything.

Despite only knowing the crew for less than two weeks, we all built such a strong bond together and felt like a family in the end 🫶

I cannot recommend Nepal Mother House enough!
 

Incredible trek led by Karna, Jay, Kishor, and Ganesh. Everyone was incredibly supportive and helpful and ensured our health and safety every step of the way. We are so fortunate to experience the 11-day Manaslu Circuit Trek led by this team. They spent the first day with us to help us with our permits and gear and debrief us on the days ahead; this was incredibly helpful. 

We had so much fun as a group as well—happy-spirited and uplifting energy from this company! 100% recommend to anyone interested in trekking in Nepal.