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Looking at 36 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the local staff and guides for their exceptional professionalism, deep knowledge, and constant support. Travelers note that communication and pre-trip organization are handled smoothly, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and well-managed journey. Some reviewers were happy with the breathtaking mountain landscapes and truly unforgettable holiday experiences discovered along the trails. Many people also appreciated the highly flexible itineraries and personalized arrangements that easily accommodated all special requests. Visitors felt thoroughly cared for throughout every single day and strongly recommend these well-organized trips to future travelers.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nepal Alternative is family. We have known Tej since 2017 when we had our first Annapurna Circuit organised with a guide and porter. Since, we returned every other year for various treks through A... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We as a couple just completed our first trek in nepal, five days Mardi Himal trek. From beginning to end, it was very good Communication with Tej. Our guide Tek and Porter Asim was very helpful, patie... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We had great trekking trip to Annapurna base camp. Tej and his team (guide and porter) were so great in communicating and supporting all requests we made. Will definitely go back to Nepal for more tre... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Alternative Trekking Nepal and Mr. Tej Gurung have been thoroughly professional and dealt with our Manaslu Circuit Trek program very well. Every aspect was explained in detail. The guide assigned to u... See more

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  2. Outdoor Activity Organiser
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At Nepal Alternative Treks, we are a tight-knit group of local guides and porters equipped with proper training and skills. This has helped us garnish our trips with unique originality when we carry out our operations. Our staff members have over 21 years of experience and know the land like the back of their hand. Similarly, we also prioritize offering a unique touch of hospitality with local etiquette and norms. Thanks to these inventive approaches in our operations, we can serve thousands of tourists every year. Currently, we have over 1500 tourists who have joined us to explore the riches of Nepal. As we continuously look to serve more travelers, our hard works have not gone unnoticed. We have consecutively won the Certificate of Excellence by TripAdvisor in 2018, 2019, 2020, 2023 & 2024 . This stands evident in the quality we offer and the trust of our clients on us. With a competent personality as Mr. Gurung at the helm of the company and an equally dedicated workforce, Nepal Alternative Treks is the best travel partner in Nepal. Join us as we explore and unravel the mysteries of nature and culture in the Himalayas!


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Everything was perfect!The best…

Everything was perfect!The best guide/friend you can ask for! Felt well looked after and safe all the time. Can only recommend!

April 3, 2025
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Thanks so much for sharing your experience Peter. I look forward to see you again soon for next trek.

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Tej & Team

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent experience with Nepal…

Excellent experience with Nepal Alternative Treks for my private tour doing the 3 passes and EBC. Extremely professional, great communication and well organized. 10/10 would recommend them for a trekking company in Nepal.

March 26, 2025
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Reply from Nepal Alternative Treks & Expeditions

It was very nice to see you Tara. We are happy to read your experience to EBC and 3 passes trek with our guide Tek and a local porter. I hope to see you again for next trek.

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Tej, Tek & Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Trekking Manaslu circuit

Even though i couldnt finish Manaslu circuit trek and had to be rescued by helicopter. I can confirm high quality service from this company especially the owner Tej and my guide Sanjay. I couldnt imagine better service and assistance. So if you plan to do trekking here or any other activites, you can definetly choose this company and be in safe hands. :) Richard

April 1, 2025
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Hi Richard
I would like to thank you very much for using our services to Manaslu Circuit trek and sorry at the same time that you were not able to complete it. But health comes first, as long as you are rescued safely and recovered well, you can try next time to uncompleted dream. We will assist you in future to make it completion.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The Manaslu Circuit Trekking: a once in a lifetime experience

We did the Manaslu circuit trekking in our private small group: a porter, a guide, my two adult sons and me. We expected a challenging trip, and it was! From Europe we contacted Nepal Alternative Treks & Expeditions and the company took care of all our needs: permits, a guide, a porter, transfer from and to the airport (with a meet and greet with flowers), briefing the day before the start of the trip. The punctuality was super. The first day we made the transfer to the start of the trekking by public bus, and that is something to avoid ... better pay a little bit more for a private jeep. The trekking was extremely nice but for me as a 65 year old father also very challenging. I was very happy to be with a guide who took care of me the whole trip (also of my sons, but they are young ... so for them the trekking was a little bit easier). We did the trekking at our pace, there was always plenty of food and the lodges were quite comfy (except the last one before the pass). We skipped the acclimatization day and the guide made new arrangements for the lodges to come. He also arranged a jeep for the drive back to Kathmandu. The next day, we met the manager of the company for a drink and a debriefing in town, and we got also our certificate. If we ever go back to Nepal to do another trekking, we definitely would choose Nepal Alternative Treks again.
Everything was perfect and I give them a 10 out of 10 score.

October 30, 2024
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Dear Freddy
Thanks very much for sharing your experience of Manaslu circuit trekking with our guide Nauser and porters. It was great to see you and pleasure to arrange your trip. I am happy that you made it to Larke La Pass . Congratulation once again ! I appreciate for your compliment. I hope to see you again for your next trip to Nepal.

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Tej, Nauser & Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New year trekking in Langtang.

New year trekking in Langtang.
This trip was my second time in Nepal with Nepal Alternative trek.
We finished Langtang trekking in 5 days with our lovely guide, Ritika and strong porter, Ram.
This was an amazing experience and challenging journey. We did it safely.
Amazing views, great food and kind local people.
Thank you Tej for warm welcome and perfect planning. We will be back soon for EBC.

January 1, 2025
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Reply from Nepal Alternative Treks & Expeditions

Thanks Giffry for using our services again for Langtang Trekking with our female guide Ritika and Porter Ram. I am really grateful to you for coming back again after ABC trek last time. I also appreciate for your compliment. I hope to see you again for EBC soon.

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Tej, Ritika, Ram & Team

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Perfect trip

The trip was perfectly organized from start to finish. Right after booking, Tej kept in touch with us, advising on all matters. During the trek we had support from a wonderful guide Ritika, a very nice, caring, helpful person. She helped me when I had knee problems, she lent me a knee bandage, thanks to which I could continue trekking. Porter (I think his name is Ali) was an incredibly strong and helpful man, we were impressed by his endurance (he even once reached our place of accommodation and came back to help carry the other backpacks we had). I really regret that we didn't manage to meet Tej after the trek. Maybe we will manage on another occasion, maybe we will do another expedition with his company sometime.

September 30, 2024
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Reply from Nepal Alternative Treks & Expeditions

Dear Grzegorz
Thanks so much for sharing your experience of ABC Trek with our female guide Ritika and a local porter. We are happy that you are happy. This is our main moto. It's our great pleasure to assist you and make the trip success . I was willing to see you but not a problem, we will meet in next trek.

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Tej, Ritika & Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Awesome trip organised by Nepal…

Awesome trip organised by Nepal Alternative Treks and Expeditions. Tej, the owner is available all the time to help, lovely team, warm, friendly and know how to organise the best trips in Nepal!

December 31, 2024
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Reply from Nepal Alternative Treks & Expeditions

Thanks Naren for sharing your experience of Ghorepani Poon Hill Hiking and city tour. It was nice to meet you and provide our services. I hope to see you again for your next trip to Nepal.

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Tej, Ashok, Sanjay & Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

City tour in Kathmandu and Everest Experience flight Flight

We take 4 days Kathmandu city tour and Everest experience flight with Nepal Alternative Treks& Expeditions. It’s very great time in Nepal. We enjoy every moment. Agency prepared tour leader guide, driver, accommodation and tour program very well. Thank you.
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January 5, 2025
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Thanks Buazhang for sharing your experience of city tour and Nagarkot hiking . It was great to see you and provide our services . I look forward to see you again soon .

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had the most incredible 12-day trek…

I had the most incredible 12-day trek with Nepal Alternative Trek, thanks to my amazing guide, Ram. Despite the odds—altitude sickness, freezing winter conditions, and grueling ascents—Ram’s positivity and jolly personality kept me going. His unwavering encouragement and infectious energy made the journey not just possible but thoroughly enjoyable. If you love dancing and good vibes along the trail, Ram is the guide you need. We clicked instantly, and I can’t wait for my next adventure with him—Manaslu, here we come!

January 2, 2025
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Reply from Nepal Alternative Treks & Expeditions

Hi Karlo
Thanks very much for sharing your Annapurna Circuit Trekking . I’m happy that you completed the trek with safe and full enjoyment . I’m glad to hear that you liked our services and guide Ram. I look forward to see you again .

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Tej , Ram & Team

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First trek was a great experience!

This was first time in Nepal and my first trek. Our guide Nauser and two porters Ram and Raju made this experience super smooth and enjoyable. Our guide was super knowledgeable and took great care of us. Tej had a great plan for our trek and was extremely accommodating to anything a long the way. Would 100% work with them again.

December 18, 2024
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Reply from Nepal Alternative Treks & Expeditions

Thanks so much for sharing your experience and feedback about our services to Annapurna Circuit trekking. I appreciate for your compliment. It was great pleasure to arrange your trip. Once again huge congratulation for completing winter trek to Annapurna Circuit with high pass Thorong La ( 5416m.) . I hope to see you again for your next trip in Nepal.

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Tej, Nauser, Ram, Raju & Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Our Annapurna Circuit trek with Nepal…

Our Annapurna Circuit trek with Nepal Alternative Treks was excellent. The scenery was stunning, and the experience was incredibly rewarding. Thanks to the well-organized trip provided by Nepal Alternative Treks, we were able to experience many aspects of the local culture along with the natural beauty of the area.

Our guide, Nauser, was knowledgeable, professional, and supportive. He ensured our safety and provided valuable insights into the region. Our porters, Raju and Ram, were incredibly helpful and positive, adding to the overall positive experience. They were vital to our success and comfort on the trail. They are all stand-outs!

We highly recommend Nepal Alternative Treks. They provided a well-planned and executed trek, with a great team that made the experience memorable. Tej, the leader and organizer of Nepal Alternative Treks, was organized, supportive, and knowledgeable. He has assembled a wonderful team that helped make our experience so memorable.

Nauser, Raju, and Ram were instrumental in making our Annapurna Circuit trek a success. We appreciate all of their dedication and professionalism. If you're planning a trek in Nepal, Nepal Alternative Treks is an awesome company and excellent choice for helping to plan and execute a great trip. This is our 2nd trek with them and won't be out last!

December 17, 2024
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Reply from Nepal Alternative Treks & Expeditions

Hi Ryan
I am happy to see you again after your last trip to Everest Base Camp. Thanks for choosing us again for Annapurna Circuit Trekking. It is always nice to see you and assist for your trip. I congratulate you again for successful trip to Annapurna Circuit with our guide Nauser, Porters Ram and Raju. I hope to see you again for your next trip to Nepal in future.

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Tej, Nauser, Ram & Raju

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Kanchenjunga Trek

We found Nepal Alternative Treks cheerful website and booked the 23 day Kanchenjunga Base Camp Trek November/December this year. It was just the two of us and a guide. A big thank you to Tej at Nepal Alternative Treks for his communication and quick response to all our questions and for his warmth and good nature. Dilal was our lovely guide! He is a kind, intelligent and fun person. Not only is he super professional and organised, also patient, caring and fabulous company! Dilal had great rapport with all the guest house owners and people we met along the way. We had valuable insight into local culture, current affairs and stories having Dilal by our side. The trek and the whole experience was a wonderful adventure from start to finish. Instead of flying to Bhadrapur, we chose to take the overnight bus to Birtamode and then jumped in a 10hr jeep to Taplejung. The following day we took a 4hr jeep to Ranipul. On the 4th day we started trekking. Everything went smoothly. The Rai, Limbu and Sherpa people were always friendly. The guest houses welcoming. The veg food on offer was cooked fresh and super delicious. The biodiversity in this conservation area of Nepal from the deciduous to the pine forests and finally to the high mountains is absolutely incredible! Long may it last.

November 16, 2024
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Reply from Nepal Alternative Treks & Expeditions

Dear Gita and David
It was our great pleasure to meet you . We are happy to provide our services to Kanchanjunga Base Camp Trekking with our guide Dilal. Thanks for using our services. We appreciate for your compliment. We hope to see you again for your next trip.

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Tej, Dilal & Team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Nepal Alternative Treks- Mother/Son trip 2024

Nepal Alternative Treks, and in particular the owner/operator Tej, was PERFECT and professional from our first communication right until we were heading back home on our return flight. Tej's initial emails were very quick, timely and concise and we were never left waiting to hear back. He quickly suggested various itineraries and was responsive to our needs. Our Mother/son trip was executed with such professionalism from Tej in the office to our fun, friendly guide, Laxman, to our wonderful, kind, mightly porter, Careman. We both agreed that Laxman was able to time every day perfectly, getting to spots early in day, beating the crowds up peaks/passes and choosing the best time of day for the weather........which was also perfect! We did not see a cloud the whole time (not sure who planned THAT!!!???). Upon our return to Lukla we were delayed due to flight cancellations but even that was handled with professionalism and transparency. Tej, in Kathmandu, quickly adjusted our hotel bookings and by the next day we were on a flight back. Tej also took care of booking our flights to/from Pokhara and all of our hotels/transfers. Tej met us for followup after the trek and offered assistance/advice for touring Pokhara and Kathmandu. We even met up with our guide on our last day for a dinner out and met up with Tej before we left. We came as strangers/ clients but I feel we left as friends. I'll definitely be back and I would not hesitate to recommend this local company for anyone looking to experience true Nepali hospitality and the Himalaya!

November 13, 2024
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Reply from Nepal Alternative Treks & Expeditions

Hi Genia
Thanks so much for sharing your Gokyo Lake - Ranjo La pass Trekking experience with our guide Laxman and Local porter Careman. I appreciate for your compliment. I congratulate you again for completing the trek successfully. I hope to see you again soon for another trek.

Regards
Tej, Laxman, Careman & Team

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