Nepal Reviews
Review 1
What was the most memorable part of your tour?
To be honest it was all great but as we were in the Himalayas I would say it would have to be the scenery. The group we had was small (7 people) and we all got on really well with one another and it was just lovely. i was by far the slowest on the trip but was never made to feel that i should hurry up
How would you rate the tour leaders?
Vimal was fantastic and we still keep in contact :-) We also got to know the boys that carrried our bags and they were all great - nothing was too much trouble.
Do you feel your holiday benefited local people?
yes - no doubt about it
Do you feel that you got under the skin of a country?
A little bit - we were out in the hills so were sheilded partly from the city life.
What advice would you give to other travellers?
Do this trip - it was AMAZING!!!!!
Reviewed by Gordon Docherty who travelled in November 2006 on the Annapurna Sanctuary trip
Review 2
What was the most memorable part of your tour?
Probably the whole thing. It was much more than I expected and the memories live on vividly in my head and heart.
How would you rate the tour leaders?
They were excellent! Anything that you wanted from your tour, they made every effort to deliver it.
Do you feel your holiday benefited local people?
I'd like to think so with the local payments and of course I gave generously (in local terms)in tips etc. for the wonderful experience the local people gave me. A life time of memories.
Do you feel that you got under the skin of a country?
Totally, staying in local tea houses and going off the beaten track to see and talk to the real people of the country.
What advice would you give to other travellers?
Go for it and experience all you can in the popular areas but its a must to go where few other tourists are for a real cultural experience.
Reviewed by David Hunter who travelled in December 2005 on the Nepal Rover trip
Review 3
What was the most memorable part of your tour?
The whole trip was amazing. Nepal is a fantastic country and the land scape around anapurna is unbelieveable, however I have to say what made the trip was the group. WE had so many laughs and supported each other through the trek. We clicked imediately as a group and I am still in touch with most of them now!
How would you rate the tour leaders?
Our tour leader was great. He was so much fun and always made everyone feel part of the group and was quick to help those that were struggling! Holding my hand up a very steep hill during a rather nasty stomach bug was very much appreciated!!
Do you feel your holiday benefited local people?
Yes. We were using local guides and porters and local hostels and huts along the way. tourism provides them with a much needed income and I feel our tour went out of its way to benefit locals in as many ways as it could.
Do you feel that you got under the skin of a country?
Yes. We were walking through villages and right up close with the local communities seeing how they lived and worked. Our porters were local people and were keen to spend time chatting with us.
What advice would you give to other travellers?
My tour was a brilliant experience and the organisation of imaginative traveller made it run smoothly and took the worry out of travelling in more remote places! It was one of the most amazing experiences I have had and the memories will be with me for a life time.
Reviewed by Sarah Ferguson who travelled in October 2006 on the Classic Annapurna Circuit trip
Review 4
What was the most memorable part of your tour?
To be honest it was all great but as we were in the Himalayas I would say it would have to be the scenery. The group we had was small (7 people) and we all got on really well with one another and it was just lovely. i was by far the slowest on the trip but was never made to feel that i should hurry up
How would you rate the tour leaders?
Vimal was fantastic and we still keep in contact :-) We also got to know the boys that carrried our bags and they were all great - nothing was too much trouble.
Do you feel your holiday benefited local people?
yes - no doubt about it
Do you feel that you got under the skin of a country?
A little bit - we were out in the hills so were sheilded partly from the city life.
What advice would you give to other travellers?
Do this trip - it was AMAZING!!!!!
Reviewed by Gordon Docherty who travelled in November 2006 on the Gear Transport and Storage trip
Review 5
What was the most memorable part of your tour?
To be honest it was all great but as we were in the Himalayas I would say it would have to be the scenery. The group we had was small (7 people) and we all got on really well with one another and it was just lovely. i was by far the slowest on the trip but was never made to feel that i should hurry up
How would you rate the tour leaders?
Vimal was fantastic and we still keep in contact :-) We also got to know the boys that carrried our bags and they were all great - nothing was too much trouble.
Do you feel your holiday benefited local people?
yes - no doubt about it
Do you feel that you got under the skin of a country?
A little bit - we were out in the hills so were sheilded partly from the city life.
What advice would you give to other travellers?
Do this trip - it was AMAZING!!!!!
Reviewed by Gordon Docherty who travelled in November 2006 on the Annapurna Sanctuary trek, 22nd november 2008 trip
Nepal Forum Feedback
Images of Nepal next week!- clothing & money
hi there, this might seem a crazy question since I am heading off to Nepal next week, but I am still at a loss as to what is really needed to wear and what isnt? I have been looking at photos of Nepal in December and to be honest it looks a lot warmer than in the UK at this time of year ! I had reckoned on getting warm gear - ie thermals, mid layers and fleeces - but am wondering if this is going overboard? Can you advise on what is essential ? Also I have a question about cash- what is recommended - ie proportion of travellers cheques to cash, and are Euros or US dollars (apart form local payment) best? Last minute stuff ! thanks John
Images of Nepal - sleeping bags
Hi We are preparing for the 'Images of Nepal' tour and need some advise on sleeping bags. When we leave Nepal we are heading for a bit of R+R in Sri Lanka and want to take as little luggage as possible. Instead of bringing our own sleeping bags for the trek part of the Nepal trip we would like to buy sleeping bags whilst we are in Kathmandu. Could anyone advise how much they would cost and how easily you can get hold of them? We know from the guide books that you can hire them, but this is not an option for us.
Annapurna Sanctuary trek, 22nd november 2008
Hello, I am just wondering who else is going on the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek 22nd november. Hope to hear from anyone attending.
Everest Base Camp 1 Nov 2008
Hi Just wondering how many & who is going on this trip, getting excited now! Carl
Nepal baggage
Hello Please can you let me know what happens to the belongings that we are not taking on the trek with us. Are they held securely? Do we get them back when we return to Pokhara? Thanks for your help Rachel
