Kimkim Trip Reviews for Nepal

This trip exceeded all expectations and dreams! Amanda was wonderful planning this trip with us over a two year period, and it was fantastic to finally get to meet her after all that correspondence! Our guide, Rajive Shakya, could not have been better! He was a wealth of knowledge! I had a million questions and he patiently answered them all! Our lodgings each night were beautiful - the people we met were so kind and lovely. At Rajive’s suggestion we watched the sun rise over the Himalayas in Pokhara! Bandipur was simply gorgeous - it was like being on a movie set, it was so unreal! Chitwan was unforgettable - hugging and feeding the elephants was simply a dream come true! We actually were fortunate enough to receive a blessing from a Hindu Living Goddess on our last day! I could go on forever - it was THAT amazing and so well planned out! And we learned SO much from Rajive! Our drivers were wonderfully skilled in navigating the rocky unpaved roads! It was perfect! We are already planning our next trip with Kim Kim! 🙏 Dhanyabad! ❤️

Gelu (our guide) and Lapa (our porter) were wonderful and the trek was exactly what we needed.

I highly recommend Sangita as a guide for anyone planning a trip to Nepal. She did an excellent job of organizing the perfect trip for me, tailored to my specific requests. From the moment I began planning the trip, Sangita was attentive and responsive, and during the trip, she went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly, even accommodating some last-minute changes.

The accommodations were exactly what I was looking for, and the various guides and companions were all pleasant and knowledgeable. I had a wonderful time exploring Nepal, and I know that Sangita's guidance and expertise played a big role in making it such a memorable experience.

If I ever have the opportunity to travel to Nepal again, I will definitely be reaching out to Sangita. I highly recommend her to anyone planning a trip to this beautiful country. Thanks, Sangita!

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Beautiful Kathmandu Hotel

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Hotel Durbar Himalaya

Bandipur

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Pokhara

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Annapurna Region

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Chitwan , Narayani

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Mangalbazar, Kathmandu

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Meraki Wellness Retreat

Budhanilkantha

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Relaxation Massage at Seeing Hands Nepal

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My friend and I signed up for the Manaslu Circuit group trip and loved it! Our specialist Amanda answered all our questions super thoroughly and was there for us through the whole process. Even after the trip too! All the people from the Kimkim office were super generous and helpful mid-trek, and were very accommodating and flexible when we had to end a day earlier. Same goes for our guide Sonam, who is the sweetest person and a wonderful guide. She really wants the best memorable experience for everyone she guides and it shows how much she cares. She is very social and fun, and clearly knows the trail and accommodations very well. The circuit itself was stunning and everyday had different environment, views, and cultural villages. We were super happy with our booking through kimkim because we also felt it was more organized than other groups on trail and we didn’t have to worry about anything. The itinerary was very flexible and allowed for changes due to weather conditions or personal preference which was super nice as well. All in all, would definitely use Kimkim/Himalayan Trails again!

I had such an amazing experience. It was truly all, if not more, than what I wished for. Raj and his team are so incredible at getting people to love and understand the Nepalese culture. Rabin was an excellent guide out to the Everest Basecamp region of the Himalayas. We had an amazing experience.

Amazing experience in Nepal, made very special by Sangita, Vpin and our trek guide Bhim. Provided lots of insight and history of Kathmandu and Nepal and made our visit very memorable.

I want to thank Sangita and Vpin for making my trip to Nepal a beautiful experience. Both of them were always present to make sure that everything was going as planned. Vpin was our guide for most of the trip, and he has an excellent knowledge of English and his country. For the trekking and safari, we were assigned to two other guides who were attentive, polite, cheerful, and knowledgeable. We had the opportunity to discover fantastic places, breathtaking landscapes, and to see wild animals during the safari: incredible! I recommend this fantastic adventure in Nepal to everyone!"

What a great introduction to Nepal. My trip was so well organized and each place I stayed was unique with friendly hosts. Waking to Mountains in Nagarkot day 1 was amazing followed my 4 days of hiking up and down lush, terraced valleys with my amazing guides, Mingma and Dorze. I loved making Nepali food with Christina and Maya at Mata Chen, such a beautiful place to stay. My final day biking from Panouti to Kathmandu with my incredible guide Usha was surreal. From hilltop villages to temples along the way and a crazy, fun ride across Kathmandu right to my hotel. Unforgettable!

Our trek with Kim Kim has been a fantastic experience from start to finish. The communication from Ngima was exceptional throughout. He helped us to think through the various options for the trek and provided helpful guidance and links for further reading. Being met at the airport meant our arrival in Kathmandu was much easier than finding our own way to the hotel and the pre-trek briefing answered any queries which we had. The team on the trek were also excellent - our guide Dafuri Sherpa was knowledgable and responsive to our requests, and the porters Nuru and Finju Sherpa were positive and professional. Their connections with local people meant that we were guaranteed a warm welcome at every place we visited. The whole of the valley was beautiful but there is no doubt that ascending Kyanjin Ri was the highlight

Overall, our trip to Kathmandu and Nagarkot was an amazing experience. Everything had been carefully planned and very well-spaced out regarding the scheduled activities. Our guide, Boippin, was super friendly, very knowledgeable and very responsive to our interests and preferences. Exploring the city was truly fascinating, with a variety of destinations, from buzzing markets to historical temples and palaces. Our short stay in the mountains (Nagarkot) was really restful, with the only disappointing part being the limited visibility and no view of the Himalayas. The Mystic Mountain is an amazing hotel, and the hiking possibilities in the area are endless.
I would strongly encourage anyone considering a visit to Nepal to opt for guided trips, as they seem the most efficient and safe way to see places, try local dishes and get a taste of Nepal in a limited space of time. Our guide (as well as our drivers) was excellent indeed, professional and passionate about his home land. Thank you, Sangita and team, for planning and delivering such a memorable travel experience to our family!

I have never been trekking before not even exercising, so all of my friends including myself so proud of me to reach the point at 4,850m, nevertheless I had to take the helicopter back for safety, Its a memorable experience and so precious for me and it couldn’t been done without our guide and the team, I will start to training my physical strength for the next round.

Chhewang and CT were the best companions and guides you could ask for.

This was an incredible, once in a life time trip. We took a 7 day Everest trek, with our last day being Ama Dablam base camp and then a helicopter ride over Everest basecamp. This enabled us to get a closer view of Everest. The views were amazing and the food was great. The trekking was difficult at times, but they did a good job balancing the level of difficulty. The places we stayed were definitely above average for the area.

I am 59 years old and in moderately good shape. I had no training for the trip and it was still very doable. We truly enjoyed our guides Chhewang and CT. They were accommodating and knowledgeable about the culture and area. They were with us from beginning to end.

The trip was easy to plan. We didn't know exactly where we wanted to go, but from our conversation, Chhweng was able to put a wonderful experience together. They did an amazing job of cultivating a personable experience. I would definitely do another trip without hesitation with them!

I honestly don't know where to begin. From the moment we began working with Amanda to plan our trip to Nepal, to the moment we returned home, everything was PERFECT. I had no idea how impactful our week would be and I would not have a changed a thing, except to have had the ability to have stayed longer! Every detail was perfect. We were very busy and packed a lot into just one week, but we still were able to experience so many different aspects of Nepalese culture, geography, food, and travel. Our guide, Rajive was AMAZING! He was so knowledgeable, and his humor and overall personality made us feel like Nepal was home for the week. He is definitely one of the reasons my teenage son got so much out of "the best vacation ever". We have been home for over a week, and we still miss Nepal, Rajive, and all of the wonderful people we met along the way. We will definitely be back to visit and explore more of the beauty of Nepal; this trip changed us all forever and we are so thankful for the pictures and memories that will remind us that we need to get back sooner than later!

This trip was fantastic thanks to our guides and porters. They were some of the kindest people we met while in Nepal and were incrediblely knowledgeable about anything we had questions about. Himalayan Trails oversaw all of our trek and there was very little we needed to do besides hike. The mountains, people, and culture of Nepal will be an unforgettable part of the world for me moving forward! I can't wait to go back again!

Our family had an amazing trip on the Ghorepani / Poon Hill trek. We have a 5 year old and a 7 year old and Ngima and his team made the trip seamless and provided all the necessary support.

Dafuri was an excellent sherpa and his team were friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend Ngima and his team, they are professional and made our trip one we will never forget!

Sangita, her husband and our two guides (Bhim and Lock) were the travel team that everybody wants for live the Experience of Nepal at the fullest!!! We are super happy! Namaste

From start to finish the planning and execution by the team was amazing. I did the 4 day trek up to Muldai and back down through Ghorepani, my guide Wanchhu was great throughout, making sure everything ran smoothly. Kripa was in constant communication and always made sure everything was answered when I had questions. Big thank you to Sushmita as well who went out of her way to get my phone back when I left it in a cab on the first day. This team really goes the extra mile and I will be definitely be using kimkim in the future and recommending it to other people.

My recent trip (mid-March 2023) to Nepal was perfectly executed with help from Amanda at Himalayan Trails and the best guide you could hope for, Dawa. The guided site-seeing in Kathmandu was the perfect start to the trip, and provided a great deal of context around the culture and religions of Nepal before setting out on our trek. We explored the Nar-Phu valley for a week, which was incredible. For those looking for an off-the-beaten-path trek with few other people on the trails and a unique look back in time, this is the place for you. We then returned to the main Annapurna Circuit for a side-trip up to Tilicho Lake. Seeing the highest lake in the world was an absolute highlight. This truly was an incredible trip, made all the more easy by the seamless communication with Amanda. I also cannot speak highly enough about Dawa, who was extremely knowledgeable, adaptable to my needs, and also a great trekking companion who I shared many cups of tea and card games with along the way :) I would recommend KimKim, Himalayan Trails, and Dawa to anyone. Thanks so much for an incredible trip!

Me and my best friend, my soul sista, decided to make our first-ever trip together super special, so we decided to go to Nepal. We had never been and didn't know what to expect. We were welcomed with incredible professionalism, hospitality and speedy service in response to our millions of questions.

Kripa from Himalayan Trails Treks & Expedition is fantastic! And the company has done an incredible job hiring the best - from the moment we were welcomed at the airport until our departure, we were looked after by their truly wonderful team. You can tell this company looks after their staff! A special thank you to our "mountain family" Naresh and Milan who spend 5 soul-filling days with us, hiking in the breathtaking and majestic mountains of Nepal. Thank you for my very special birthday cake at one of the local lodges. What a special touch!

I would do this exact trip again, and I definitely recommend Kripa from Himalayan Trails Treks & Expedition to help you plan your next trip of a lifetime.