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Sacred Dolpo to Mustang - Nepal

Upper Dolpo, a Tibetan border region of hidden villages and monasteries tucked away in remote Himalayan valleys, is Nepal's Shangri-La. Join our explorations to the most far-flung of Dolpo's destinations - Shey, Phoksumdo Lake, Panzang valley & the high route to Mustang.

1-31 May, 31 days -- expedition style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$5180 -- full, join waitlist

2013 Indian summer

We LOVE Ladakh and Zanskar and want to share our passion for the place with you.

Our treks are unique adventures run by the most experienced guides with the best trek crews in the land.
Perhaps surprisingly there is still plenty of real exploration, we go for it!

Zanskar Traverse

Across Zanskar has always been the classic trek; we avoid the new roads as much as possible with two adventurous variations that few dare for mesmerizing views, stunning wild camping and pretty villages. The updated classic.

9 June-5 July, 26 days -- Leh to Leh -- expedition style -- Jamie McGuinness -- US$2980

Nomads, Lakes & High Passes

A new route! Following caravan routes of yore over Himalayan passes and through the Changthang plateau, ours is one of Ladakh's most remote and challenging treks. We journey through the spectacular region of high lakes, ford sparkling rivers and camp with the nomads, with snow-capped Himalaya peaks as a backdrop for our green, beautiful campsites.

19 June-17 July, 29 days -- Leh to Leh -- expedition style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$3780
19 June-8 July, 20 days -- Leh to Leh -- expedition style -- -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$2980

Changthang Passes *exploratory

High, high, high! We explore the spine of the Ladakh Range aiming for an uncrossed 5850m pass and will probably scramble up a few 6000m hills too. Great altitude training, surprisingly grassy camps, a Pangong Lake bonus and real exploration!

9-28 July, 20 days -- Leh to Leh -- expedition style -- Jamie McGuinness -- US$2480

North Nomads Pangong Lake *exploratory

A wild, exploratory trek into the high, hauntingly beautiful nomadic regions of Kharnak, Rupshu and Pangong, with high passes, lakeside camping and new routes to the almost untrekked stunning Pangong Lake. We expect this to be one of our best Ladakh treks ever ...

22 July-21 Aug, 31 days -- Leh to Leh -- expedition style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$3880
22 July-8 Aug, 18 days -- Leh to Leh -- expedition style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$2880

Lungser Kangri 6666m

For the not so superstitious, climb Ladakh's highest accessible peak. We have the best Lungser Kangri itinerary, glorious trekking on a route that makes sense, a balance of sound acclimatization, plus a confidence-building warm up 6000m peak. Join us!

30 July-20 Aug, 22 days -- Leh to Leh -- expedition style -- Jamie McGuinness -- US$3480

Wild Ladakh & Zanskar Kora - Ladakh

The ultimate in our Indian Himalaya explorations, a Tibetan Buddhist 'kora' through pristine nomadic regions, sparkling river canyons and over high passes trekking through Ladakh's most remote regions and villages. Real adventure & great trekking.

27 Aug-26 Sept, 31 days -- Leh to Leh -- expedition style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$3880

Kanji Magic

A delightful loop of peaceful camps, picturesque villages, fascinating gompas and high passes with gorgeous panoramas, and probably the best three week adventure in Ladakh.

1-20 Sept, 20 days -- Leh to Leh -- expedition style -- Jamie McGuinness -- US$2580

2013 Fall Nepal

Our trips are set, detailed info still to come for the trips with grey headings.

Nar Phu & the Last Nomads of Mustang - Nepal

A wild trek to Mustang from the fortified village of Nar Phu. The Tibetan Buddhist kingdom of Mustang is home to the last Tibetan nomads of Nepal, a land of walled cities, fortresses, traditional villages, sculpted canyons, Neolithic caves, fossils, and Himalayan peaks soaring above the Kali Gandaki River gorge.

9 Oct-7 Nov, 30 days -- expedition style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$4680

GHT: Tilman's & Tashi Labtsa Wild

Another 42 day special, a quarter of the Nepal GHT. Ganesh Himal through Langtang to the Rolwaling and Khumbu, delightfully cultural with high passes and a couple of optional 6000m peaks thrown in too. What are you waiting for?

21 Oct-1 Dec, 42 days -- expedition style -- Jamie McGuinness -- US$4980 -- filling
Tilman's: 21 Oct-8 Nov, 19 days -- US$2480 -- full?
Tashi Labtsa: 6 Nov-1 Dec, 26 days -- US$2980

Everest High Passes Trek - Nepal

The best of the Everest region! We cross the Cho La & Renjo La ( with Kongma La option), visit Everest Base Camp, explore the spectacular Gokyo lakes valley, climb Gokyo Ri, Kala Pattar & Chhukhung Ri and trek the Chhukhung & Thame valleys, relaxing in Sherpa lodges en route.

17 Nov-11 Dec, 25 days -- teahouse trekking -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$3180 -- full, join waitlist

Lhasa Christmas & Jeep Safari - Tibet

Christmas in Lhasa! Visiting the sacred monasteries of central Tibet, including Samye, Shigatse & Ganden, we finish with a spectacular jeep safari across the Himalaya back to Kathmandu for a New Year's celebration.

19 Dec-2 Jan, 15 days -- hotels -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$TBA

2014 Winter

Just a taster. We also have an Aconcagua climb in the in Expeditions section.

2014 Chadar *Exploratory

Extreme adventure! Finally this last trekking frontier is becoming popular, so we head off the beaten track to discover where the porters come from and perhaps search for snow leopard. This is THE must do trip for the seasoned trekker!

5-24? Jan, 19 days -- expedition style -- Leh to Leh -- Jamie McGuinness -- US$2980

The Great Bhutan Bike Journey

An epic bike trip across Bhutan, the land of happiness. Join us for a wonderful west-east journey through this exotic Tibetan Buddhist Kingdom, exiting via the Indian border in the southeast of Bhutan.

11-26 Feb, 15 days -- mountain biking & hotels -- Paro (Bhutan) to Guwhati (India) -- Kim -- US$4580

2014 Spring

High Manaslu & Tibetan Tsum Valley - Nepal

From Gorkha, through sub-tropical river valleys and bustling Gurung villages, we venture into the remote Tsum Valley on the border of Tibet, trek to the Tibetan regions of Manaslu and cross the wild Larkya La pass to the Annapurna region. One of Nepal's greatest and most adventurous treks!

14 Mar-12 April, 30 days -- expedition-style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$4580

GHT: Nar Phu, Sky Caves & the Last Nomads of Mustang - Nepal

20 Apr-19 May, 30 days -- expedition style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$4680

Everest ABC Trek - Tibet

We explore Lhasa's eight wonder Potala Palace and then touch Everest on the highest trek in the world!

24 Apr-14 May, 21 days -- Ktm/Lhasa-Ktm -- jeep safari & expedition-style -- TBA -- US$4950

2014 Indian Summer

More trips coming sometime!

Lungser Kangri 6666m

Aug, 22 days -- Leh to Leh -- expedition style -- Jamie McGuinness -- US$3?80

2014 Autumn

GHT Wild West *exploratory

Wahoo, what a an adventure! In 2012 we were the first to complete the Saipal missing link, but over some heinous passes. This time we refine our route with kinder passes to truly open up this new section of the Nepal GHT. Real exploration in a month.

26 Sept-25 Oct, 30 days -- expedition style -- Jamie McGuinness -- US$4980

Sacred Dolpo to Mustang - Nepal

2 Oct-1 Nov, 31 days -- expedition style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$5480

GHT Mugu Wild *exploratory

Continuing with our Wild West exploration, we find the high and remote way between Simikot and Mugu. Share our infectious enthusiasm for exploring.

23 Oct-15 November, 24 days -- expedition style -- Jamie McGuinness -- US$3580?

Everest High Passes Trek - Nepal

9 Nov-3 Dec, 25 days -- teahouse trekking -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$3480

Nepal prices are ex-Kathmandu, i.e. you have to buy your international flight tickets to Kathmandu; domestic flights as required for the trip are included.

India prices are ex-Leh, i.e. you are responsible for getting to Leh (IXL airport code) or Manali.

Dates are the date you must arrive in Kathmandu/Leh/Manali and the date you are free to fly out of Kathmandu/Leh/Manali. You can of course arrive earlier or leave later and we book hotels to suit. When transiting Delhi in particular, plan your times carefully.

Minimums For many trips the minimum number that we run the trip with is three trekkers. All treks normally run.

Caring for our staff We have great staff, and we really care about them, as they care for us. Sirdars, guides and cooks have worked years with us. Our Nepal porters are fully kitted out for high altitude treks following the letter and spirit of the IPPG guidelines. In India our horses-mules never have open sores and are never hit.

Tipping our crew is optional, but allow approx 5% of the trip cost as a guideline. The western guides don't take tips.

*Exploratory treks The golden age of exploration dead? Never! These are 'back of an envelope' treks that would warm Tilman's heart. There is nobody else on the planet who organizes treks quite like this, a positive attitude and smile required.

*Friends treks mainly for previous trekkers and their friends.

*Introductory treks are perfectly suited to trekking novices.

Teahouse trekking means staying in local lodges; Nepal only. All trekking accommodation (twin share), and all meals and hot drinks are included. Alcohol, mineral water, soft drinks, snacks and toilet paper not included. Porters/yaks carry your personal gear leaving you with a daypack.

Expedition-style trekking means sleeping in tents. A cook and helpers cater for us with 3 course meals and post-trek snacks, and porters/yaks/ponies carry the lot organized by a sirdar. You trek with a daypack. Couples share a roomy tent, everyone else gets a single tent.

All treks include

+ local airport transfers

+ Kathmandu/Leh sightseeing

+ hotels and guesthouses

+ single room in Kathmandu/Leh/Manali, shared in other places

While trekking:

+ roomy single tent

+ solar charging for ipods and cameras

+ French press coffee, herbal teas

+ compact Himalayan library

+ selection of relevant maps

+ cosy dining tent

+ filtered water

See the full list on the trip page.

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