
Amanda Delecca
Originally from Australia, I've been travelling for 15 years and found myself coming back to Nepal time and time again. These days Kathmandu is home and I get to show people around this incredible place, introducing our very talented local guides, Sherpas and people along the way who make each and every visit to Nepal unique and special.
What places and activities do you specialize in?
"Everything Nepal! Cultural visits, trekking tours, mountain biking, relaxation and adventure: everything in between or a combination of them all! My specialty areas mostly stick to the path - you won't find every man and his dog there, but you also won't need your expedition suit. "
How did you get involved in travel?
"After travelling to Nepal in 2010 and having an awesome experience, I started think that that's what I wanted to 'do'. Like what I REALLY wanted to do. Show people around an awesome place and send them home happy. It turns out that the company I booked my tour with in Nepal not only delivered an awesome tour but also had interesting recruitment techniques. After filling in a post-trip feedback form I mentioned in an email that I was interesting in a change of career and I think tourism is it. The response:
"So, when do you want to start work?
Seriously."
WOW! After recovering from the moment that my heart skipped a beat I had a million questions - but what work? And where? How does that even work?
A year later I returned to Nepal, to the company that I had toured with the previous year and here I still am!
Moral of the story - be careful travelling with us, you might never leave! ;)"
Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.
"Probably my most memorable travel experience, strangely, was right at home. Growing up in Australia, our family hosted many exchange students and each time we had a new international 'brother' or 'sister' to stay for a year, we not only got a new member to our family, but we also got to know all about where they came from. Discovering the delights (and dislikes!) of things such as Thai fish sauce and herbal tea from southern Brazilian were certainly memorable and I now have 'family members' all over the world!"
Featured trips & expertise

Lower Annapurna Trek: Australian Camp to Ghachowk - 4 Days
Short on time but packed with spectacular scenery, this 4-day itinerary whisks you away to Nepal's scenic Pokhara Valley. Embark on a series of gentle daily treks between traditional mountain villages, set against the backdrop of the towering Himalaya. Perfect for inexperienced hikers, families, or just those looking for a less strenuous trekking experience, you'll experience all the wonders of this region at a relaxed pace.

Panchase Trek: Discover Nepal's Pokhara Valley - 4 Days
Ideal for families or those new to trekking, this scenic 4-day adventure is packed with incredible mountain views and gentle hikes between Nepali villages. Starting in the beautiful town of Pokhara, you'll set out in style with a boat trip across Lake Phewa. Then it's off into the lush landscapes of the Annapurna region, where the towering Himalaya provide a breathtaking backdrop to daily treks, culminating in a sunrise climb to the 8,202-foot (2,500 m) summit of Panchase.

Best of Bhutan & Nepal - 14 days
This two-week tour of Bhutan and Nepal introduces you to the fascinating cultures and beautiful landscapes of two different countries. Start in Kathmandu, shopping in the vibrant bazaar, then explore the countryside around Pokhara. You'll take in striking views of the snow-capped Himalayas while flying to Bhutan. Then enjoy several days of exploring Bhutan's quiet mountain trails and impressive fortresses, ending with a hike to the iconic Tiger's Nest Monastery.

Annapurna Multisport: Trek, Bike, & Raft - 12 Days
This action-packed and adventure-filled trip will keep you on the move and get your heart rate pumping! Explore Nepal by mountain bike, river raft, and trekking trail. You'll hike through a beloved route in the Annapurnas, but will veer off-the-beaten-path for a unique mountain experience, all the while taking in incredible panoramas of extraordinary scenery.

Discover Tibet's Cities - 7 Days
Led by a private guide, this week-long road trip covers three of Tibet's most important cities for a Buddhist cultural experience you won't soon forget. Start the adventure with two days in the Holy City of Lhasa, and then take scenic drives to the remarkable monasteries, temples, and markets of Gyantse and Shigatse—all while staying in some of the best traditional Tibetan hotels.

How Many Days Should You Spend in Kathmandu?
Maddeningly chaotic but never dull, Kathmandu is a melting pot of cultures, cuisines, and religions. Not merely a jumping-off point for a Himalaya trek, it's also a worthwhile destination in its own right, with a legacy of myths and legends seen in the historic pagodas lining its dusty streets. Even if you're here for just one day you can profit from the highlights of this uniquely beautiful metropolis.
Favorite experiences
Explore Ancient Villages: Bungamati & Khokana
This excursion from Kathmandu is a six-hour tour to the rustic Newari towns of Bungamati and Khokana. It's a unique opportunity to learn about the traditions of the rural residents whose families have thrived here since antiquity. These are the Newars, people who are indigenous to the Kathmandu...
Recent trip reviews for Amanda

Amanda, Mads, Raj & team are the best. · Nepal - Apr 27 - May 12, 2022
Amanda, Mads, Raj & team are the best. read more

Amanda, Mads, Raj & team are the best. · Nepal - May 3 - May 12, 2022
Amanda, Mads, Raj & team are the best. read more
We loved visiting Nepal! · Nepal - Apr 29 - May 10, 2022
We enjoyed everything about our first trip to Nepal! Actually, my husband had been to Nepal on business, but this was his first trip where he was able to mix business with pleasure. Kimkim, Himalayan Trails, and Amanda helped us from our first thought of "We want to see Nepal" to the finished product. We toured Kathmandu and its UNESCO heritage sites with our wonderful guide, Pratikshya; we trekked the area surrounding Pokhara with expert trekking guide Naresh; we toured Chitwan National... read more
Quality experience and well guided · Nepal - Apr 12 - Apr 19, 2022
Our experience was wonderful and a lot more qualitative than what we expected. Thanks to the great guidance of Naresh and Kunga we always had the best accomodations and often a private room for us two with bathroom attached. This even in the highest point.
Naresh, the guide, was always adapting to our pace, finding the right balance between giving us additional information and explanation, and respecting our privacy. They were always available if we needed anything.
We made it to the top thanks to them!

Hi Adrien, thanks for your review, I know Naresh and the whole team are so happy to be out on the trails again. It was lovely to meet you both, we look forward to having you here again!
Best,
Amanda

Excellent trip. Amanda did an excellent job ... · Nepal - Feb 27 - Mar 5, 2020
Excellent trip. Amanda did an excellent job of understanding my requirements and tailoring a trip to my exact needs. She was very responsive in her communications and ensured that each aspect of the trip was handled smoothly.
The logistics of the trip were handled flawlessly; from various pick ups and drop offs (airport, hotels, trip legs, etc).
My guides were wonderful.
My cultural guide, Suman was extremely attentive and knowledgeable. I appreciated the personal touches; guiding me... read more
Customised trip in Kathmandu Valley and Pokhara · Nepal - Feb 20 - Feb 27, 2020
Amanda planned for my travel companion and I a 8-days, 7-nights trip to Kathmandu Valley and Pokhara. It was both of our first trip to Nepal and I must say it was an eye-opening experience!
Here's what I liked and did not like about the trip:
The positives
- The planning was generally good and made sense. We arrived on late night of 20 February right before the Maha Shivatri festival on 21 February. Instead of planning for us to visit Pasupatinath temple that day (which would have been... read more
Delightful experience · Nepal - Jan 15 - Jan 19, 2020
Firstly planning our trip with Kim Kim was a delight. The team really asked the right questions and understood what we were looking for in an itinerary. Amanda answered all my detailed questions about safety and they were able to use their local knowledge to suggest the best way to customise our experience. The accommodation exceeded our expectations in terms of cleanliness and luxury. We were given full disclosure regarding the eco lodge not having hot running water but the warmth of the... read more
Great Family Vacation · Nepal - Dec 30 - Jan 11, 2020
Gathered our far-flung family (Mom, Dad, Son (23), Daughter (20) in Nepal for a couple of weeks' vacation January 2020.
Travel Made Easy:
Amanda crafted an excellent itinerary to meet our request to mix trekking with a few relaxing days. KimKim team headed by Raj worked together to make every transfer from arrival to departure smooth (drivers to/from airports, hotels, trailheads as well as arranging for Trekker's Cards, entry fees).
Guides:
Our trekking guide Rajesh and porters were... read more
The Manaslu Trek was fantastic. Everyday was... · Nepal - Nov 5 - Nov 19, 2019
The Manaslu Trek was fantastic. Everyday was stunning new scenery, amazing people and fascinating villages. Amanda was brilliant at fielding all our questions and patiently allowing us to investigate all options before settling on a final itinerary. Sonam, our guide and her team were incredible. Calm, capable and great fun. They gave us an amazing insight into Nepalise life and were so open, friendly and encouraging. They really made the trip.
Took the Pikey Peak 8 day tour and was tailor... · Nepal - Nov 13 - Nov 20, 2019
Took the Pikey Peak 8 day tour and was tailored to our requirements. Amanda was extremely helpful and professional throughout. The planning.The trek was superb and the guide and porter were absolutely fantastic . The whole team delivered a unique and 1st class unforgettable trip. I would not hesitate in using this team again in the future.

Hey Rob, thanks so much for your review, especially your photos! It's so lovely to get a sneak peek into your trip, I *almost* feel like I was out on trek with you :)
Great to hear you had such a great time with Wangchhu your guide while on trek.
Until next time, all the best,
Amanda

Incredible Manaslu · Nepal - Nov 5 - Nov 19, 2019
We had the most incredible Manaslu trek! It was brilliantly organised by Amanda who was incredibly informative and remained undaunted by our endless questions and changes to the itinerary. Our guide Sonem was just amazing and could not have been more caring and supportive. She really looked after us, trying so hard to secure the best accommodation and manage our expectations, checking the food and the kitchen at the tea houses, often cooking for us herself. She was so full of energy fun... read more

Hi Nicky and everyone,
We did have some back and forths in the lead up, I'm so glad how it all worked out in the end. It was such a pleasure to meet all of you when the time finally came for you to arrive: 8 strong, caring and adventurous women full of questions and enthusiasm. Then when we saw each other at the end, you all with so many stories to tell about your trip, I just love the 'high' you get at the end of a trek and I really saw that in all of you. I know there are going to be some... read more
Nepal & Muldai Trek · Nepal - Oct 29 - Nov 5, 2019
This was our first time using KimKim but it has been a very positive experience and I would not hesitate to recommend it to others. Himalayan Trails were our tour agent and from the outset they were nothing but efficient helping us to plan exactly what we wanted from our trip. Amanda was quick to respond to any queries and provided lots of additional useful information to ensure we were well prepared in advance. The accommodation we had was full of character and in traditional Nepali style... read more

Hi Cheryl, thanks so much for your review and very kind message you sent over as well. It's been our absolute pleasure to assist with your trip - well done on getting through your trek, challenges and all!
It was lovely to meet you both and I do have a feeling we'll be seeing you in these parts again in the future :)
From Amanda and the Team!

A most memorable adventure. · Nepal - Oct 18 - Nov 5, 2019
From back home in Australia, our contact Amanda in Kathmandu was fantastic!
She was always readily available to help with all of our, (many) questions along the way. From accommodation and itinerary, to connecting us to a city guide, as well as our amazing trekking guide, Priscilla❤️, we couldn't be happier with all that was offered.
Amanda was professional, courteous and lovely and helped us to enjoy our trip of a lifetime, including playing her part in a secret marriage proposal at the... read more

Hey Tim, firstly, a HUGE congratulations on your Larke Pass engagement!!! So exciting!! My only part in that was not spilling the beans beforehand, you guys did all the hard work to get yourselves there!
Thanks so much for your review, I'm so pleased that we were able to connect you with the team here, Pratikshya and Priscilla, and help make your adventure happen.
All the best, we'll be waiting for wedding photos! :)
Amanda

Oooh we really enjoyed it! It was so impressi... · Nepal - Oct 27 - Nov 2, 2019
Oooh we really enjoyed it! It was so impressive, such a beautiful landscape and country. The people are really friendly and the food was good. Fortunately we were lucky with the weather so the view was amazing. Tendu was a nice guide, he really took care of us.
The only little negative thing was that the driver didn't find our hotel where we stayed after the trekking tour. So we had to help him with google maps. But it can happen, so we forgot it immediately when we arrived.

Hey Steffi,
I'm very glad to hear that you enjoyed the Pikey Peak trek, it's one of our favourites at the moment and I totally agree, those views are incredible! Thanks so much for your review, let us know when you're headed back this way again, there's lots to see/experience out there!
Cheers,
Amanda

I found KimKim (and Amanda) totally on the ba... · Nepal - Oct 5 - Oct 21, 2019
I found KimKim (and Amanda) totally on the ball, professional, and very competent. They responded to emails/questions very promptly and were very attentive to detail. The greeting and meeting in Kathmandu was helpful and the trip itself was excellent and tailored to our needs. Overall very pleased.

Hey Shawn, thanks so much for your review, it's very much appreciated!
It was great to meet you both, after your trip being a long time in the making. We hope to see you back in Nepal for another trekking adventure in the future!
Cheers,
Amanda

Nar Phu, Tilicho Lake and the Annapurna Circuit · Nepal - Aug 18 - Aug 31, 2019
Our Nar Phu and Manang trek was an unforgettable adventure. Especially the Nar and Phu part of the trek was outstanding with amazing landscapes and breathtaking views, great hikes, incredibly friendly and hospitable people who always had a great smile for us and a deep insight into local culture.
Our guides Mingmar and Dorje were supergreat and a lot of fun and would always offer support when needed. We spontaneously changed the second part of our trek due to my fear of heights, which was... read more

Hey Anja, many thanks for your review and feedback on your trek with Mingma and Dorje. I'm glad to hear that the team were able to adapt long the way so that you really got the right trek for you!
It was lovely to meet you both in Kathmandu after all our planning and chatting here on Kimkim - greeting a friendly face like we're old friends makes what we do all the more enjoyable! :)
All the best and until next time!
Amanda

Week Below Everest and Village Visit · Nepal - Jun 19 - Jul 10, 2019
EXCEEDED EXPECTATIONS!!
We just completed a 3.5 week vacation in Nepal that included stays in Kathmandu and other cities, tours of heritage sites and a national park and a trek in the Annapurna region.
We have traveled extensively in Europe and elsewhere and have always made our own arrangements, and have done very well. For a trip to Nepal you need professional assistance and we received exemplary service at every stage of our trip.
Before we arrived in Nepal, Amanda helped us with all... read more

Hey Rod,
Thanks so much for your wonderful review, the whole team is truly humbled to receive such feedback. Hearing about your special trip out to the village was incredible and I'm glad we could follow that up with a trip that you loved, even though some of it ended up not being what we had originally planned.
All the best to you both and thanks again, your time and effort in your detailed review are very much appreciated!
Amanda and team!
Nepal's Classic Highlights - 9 Days · Nepal - Apr 15 - Apr 23, 2019
We appreciate Amanda for her timely replies and great recommendations while working around our budget. She provided us with important tips such as the need for face mask due to dust and currency change opportunities. She made it a point to meet and greet us at the beginning of the tour and came to see us off at the end as well.
The entire trip was seamless. The guides and transport were on time. We especially appreciate that arrangements could be made for us to have the same guide and driver... read more

Hi Sean, I'm so happy that we were able to make your 'seamless' trip happen! Lovely to meet you both when you where here and hopefully we'll see you back here again :)
Cheers,
Amanda

Khopra Trek Package · Nepal - Apr 18 - Apr 27, 2019
Mindu, bacenta and our porters were so helpful and lovely for our hike! We definitely would recommend using Kim Kim, Amanda and our guides in Nepal to other friends and family. Thanks again for helping organize this trip for us as we were all so time poor in the lead up. Big thanks to Amanda for always answering our questions quickly and seeing us pre and post hike! It was a nice touch that we all appreciated!

Hi Li-Ann, thanks for the 5 star review, it was so nice to meet all of you in Kathmandu, after all our planning in the lead up. I loved seeing your photos and videos after your trek!
Looking forward to seeing some of you back here in the future :)
Cheers,
Amanda

Weeklong trip/trek in Nepal · Nepal - Mar 29 - Apr 6, 2019
Amazing trip to Nepal: the Muldai + Poon Hill trek was an excellent choice for our group (3 adults + 4 children, ages 10-14): it offers breathtaking views of the Annapurna range; a good balance between trekking difficulty to relax/chill-at-the-teahouse time; a variety of trail sceneries: sunny mountain crests with long vistas; lush river valleys; occasional patches of snow; small villages; tiny teahouses and spectacular views from Poon Hill (Muldai was cloudy, but worth the early wakeup and... read more

Hi Mati and team,
Thanks so much for your thorough review, it's very much appreciated! You certainly had some adventure on your trip - thanks for taking it in your stride and enjoying it all!
All the best,
From Amanda (and the extended team who make the magic happen!)
Pikey Peak: A Short Trek with Great Views of Everest · Nepal - Mar 12 - Mar 16, 2019
I took the 5 day Pikey Peak Trek and the experience was amazing. Amanda and my guide/porter Rishi met me at my hotel the night before in Kathmandu. They went over my list of what I was packing, and gave me some valuable advice. They picked me up at my hotel and drove me to where we met our public transportation. The trek met all of my expectations. The views were amazing, and the tea houses were great. It was wonderful to submerse yourself in the Himalaya culture for five days. ... read more

Hey Joe, thanks for the 5 star review! This is a great trekking area, particularly for short treks and as you say, experiencing local culture.
Do let us know if you find yourself on your way back to this part of the world again, there's still lots more out there to explore!
All the best,
Amanda

Nepal Trek March 2018 · Nepal - Mar 8 - Mar 15, 2019
I have just returned from one of the most memorable experiences in my life. My eight day trip to Nepal, trekking in the Solukhumbu region was incredible. From my initial conversations with Amanda who helped me build a personalised itinerary, through to the planning, support, customer service and guide, the whole team were amazing. Every detail was covered and every question answered (always a bonus when you are traveling to a destination for the first time).
A special mention must go to my... read more

Hey Andy,
It was an absolute pleasure assisting you with "one of the most memorable experiences" of your life, as you put it. We agree that Pikey Peak is an incredible trekking area, describing the view from the peak and even photos don't do it justice and we just love sending people there for not only the views, but the cultural experience too.
Thanks for your review - I'll pass it back to Wangchhu, Sitaram and the rest of the team behind the scenes!
Cheers,
Amanda

Balthali Trek via Panauti · Nepal - Feb 19 - Feb 23, 2019
I can highly recommend Amanda at Kim Kim/ Himalayan Trails and am very grateful for the care and thought she put into planning my trekking trip in Nepal. I felt that my needs were really listened to and that she made a conscious effort to suggest accommodation that she felt I would enjoy. Our guide Sumon was knowledgeable and engaging and helped to make the trip more interesting and tailored to our needs. Overall a very enjoyable experience and I would definitely use the company again - they are professional, attentive and experienced.

Thanks for your review, Lisa! We do try to customise each trip so that you get the right thing for you, ultimately the proof is in the pudding :)
We'd love to have you back again!
Cheers,
Amanda

Nepal's Classic Highlights - 9 Days · Nepal - Dec 30 - Jan 13, 2019
We had an excellent trip trekking strting at POKHARA - Panchase - Bhadure -Sarangkot our tour guide Chhirig CAP Lama was extraordinary helping us all along. Others Ngima,Santa and Karma were also friendly and helping. we enjoyed our trek immensely.
National Park Chitwan Jungle Villa resort , our guide was DUKHI RAM CHOUDARY who had an excellent knowledge of the animals and village . He seemed very passionate and helpful. We thoroughly enjoyed the National Park and recommend people to go and visit anytime.

Hi Alan, thanks for your review, great to hear that the people you met along the way were friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. Our guests often comment that the people they meet along the way are the unexpected highlight of our trips and I'm glad to hear that this was the same for you!
All the best,
Amanda

Khopra Danda Trek and Chitwan National Park Package · Nepal - Dec 28 - Jan 7, 2019
Amanda and Himalayan Trails were amazing at planning a customized trip for my honeymoon. It was such a memorable experience. Exactly what we needed although we couldn't explain it exactly at the start...she knew what we wanted.
And execution was flawless. A few things on my trip didnt work out (flights, altitude sickness) but Amanda managed to adjust the trip on the spot each time with no extra cost or headache.
Wonderful experience. Unique memories.

Thanks for your review Heneu, it was a pleasure having you here for your honeymoon! We were very glad to be able to re-arrange those little things at the last minute.
I hope married life is treating you well, all the best!
Amanda :)
Kathmandu and Pokhara · Nepal - Dec 18 - Jan 3, 2019
We just completed our first vacation with Kimkim support - and we absolutely loved it! Our family of four travels a lot, and we consider ourselves pretty sophisticated travelers. Our trip was to Nepal where my wife and I lived for a year 15 years ago - so why Kimkim, you might wonder? I sure did, initially! I stumbled over their website and loved it (and Nepal info I can judge, I feel) and then started my online discussion with Amanda from Kathmandu-based Himalayan Trails. She was incredibly... read more

Hi Helge, thanks so much for your thorough review and thanks for giving us a go via Kimkim! I was also a little dubious about what I could add to your trip, given that you had spent a significant amount of time here and that you knew what you wanted to do on your trip, so personally that's great to hear that our knowledge (of course I work with a whole team, who all contribute to the creation and running of trips, I just happen to be the person you interact with during planning) does add... read more

Pikey Peak Trek Package · Nepal - Nov 25 - Dec 2, 2018
If its your first time going to Nepal and you don't use Himalayan Trails, you are making a mistake. period.

Haha many thanks for the 5 star review, Nick! You've certainly let the pictures tell the story for you. Even though your travel partner had to cancel at the last minute, it looks like the friendly Nepali hospitality has made sure that you had plenty of people around to keep you occupied!
All the best,
Amanda

Langtang Trek - 8 Days · Nepal - Nov 15 - Nov 22, 2018
8 day trek in Langtang Valley Nepal . Stunning and unforgettable ! Great Guide (Chhiring) and the organisation of everything was great. The Langtang Trek is perfect for a first timer but it is not easy, so make sure you have done plenty of walking before and have got yourself reasonably fit! Tips? take your own toilet roll, a face flannel for washing ( may not get a warm shower for several days), travel light and take layers of clothes not heavy jumpers, and one or two walking poles. Don't... read more

Hi Jeremy,
Totally agree that one of the great things about trekking is disconnecting! Great tips in there as well. Many thanks for your review of your Langtang trek - any thoughts on your next trek yet? :)
See you next time!
Amanda

Pikey to Shivalaya Trekking, Mountain Biking and Rafting - 7 Days · Nepal - Nov 16 - Nov 23, 2018
We had a great time everything was very well organised and we didn’t have to think about anything. A special thanks to Naresh and Pemba for making our trek to Pikey Peak so easy and fun! It was a great trip and the Himalayas are truly beautiful and amazing. Highly recommend it to everyone!

Hey Anna, many thanks for your view! Great to hear that you had a good time on trek, but especially that you enjoyed your time with the crew, Naresh and Pemba. We think they're pretty great, time and time again our guests prove the old saying true that they 'come to Nepal for the mountains but stay for the people'.
All the best,
Amanda

Group departure - Manaslu Circuit Trek - The Ultimate off-the-beaten-path Trek in Nepal - 13 to 19 days · Nepal - Nov 3 - Nov 19, 2018
Guide was Rishi
Trip arranged with Amanda
Everything went as planned . Very professionally managed . Rishi was a seasoned guide who took care of everything

Thanks for the review Rohit. The mountains always have a mind of their own and sometimes even our best laid plans don't work, great to hear that it wasn't the case for you and that Rishi took good care of everything!
All the best,
Amanda
Panchase to Ghachowk Trek · Nepal - Nov 11 - Nov 22, 2018
I knew nothing about kimkim before booking our trek in Nepal. All started with an inquiry to which Amanda responded. She was fantastic - answering my countless questions, responding quickly to all our requests re suitable trek, etc.
After having everything planned one of our sons had an accident which meant we had to start from scratch and replan a trip that would cater for him. Nothing was a problem for Amanda and her suggested revised itinerary was perfect for us.
Our guide Tendu and our... read more

Hi Sue,
Fabulous to hear that everything worked out so well! I was a bit worried after the accident that your son wouldn't have been able to trek at all, but he really gave it a red hot go and managed to complete the whole thing, without even having to use the backup vehicle once!
It was such a pleasure helping you with this trip and meeting you all here, I hope we'll see you around these parts again!
All the best,
Amanda
Nar Phu Valley Trek - 9 Days · Nepal - Nov 6 - Nov 14, 2018
As I only delt with Amanda online and very briefly in Nepal I gave 4 stars, this is not a reflection on her service as she was very helpful and easy to liaise with. I wanted to save the five star rating for our wonderful guide Sonam and porter Mik Ma (hope i spelt his name right). Everything was perfect. My first trek and apart from it hurting badly on my very sole it was awsome.. Josh

Thanks for the review Josh, you guys did really well on a tough trek. The heros of our trips are always the guides and the people you meet along the way, great to hear that this was also the case for you with our lovely Sonam.
All the best,
Amanda
Balthali Village Trek - 5 Days · Nepal - Oct 30 - Nov 5, 2018
We were doing the EBC trail and had to be evacuated due to my husband getting high altitude sickness and sent a request on Kimkim for an alternative for the remainder of our stay in Nepal and got a promt response from Amanda with an excellent description of our trip and great service from her in all respects. We had a great experience, loved all the hotels on our route except one but I suspect that the options were rather limited as we booked our trip with almost no notice. The guide and porter were lovely, their English a little limited but that did not cause any problems.
A lovely time!

Hi Inga, I'm glad it worked out, as you mentioned on short notice, so your time left in Nepal wasn't wasted after having to be evacuated from your other trek. Yes you're quite right that options for accommodation are limited in some places, particularly compared some of the resorts you stayed in which are very nice.
Thanks and until next time!
Amanda

Gokyo Lakes Trek · Nepal - Oct 13 - Oct 20, 2018
We had a fantastic trek for our honeymoon and would highly recommend Amanda, our guide Tendu Sherpa and the entire Himalayan Trails team. Amanda was so responsive and helpful in planning our adventure - and went above and beyond to track down my bag that arrived late from our airlines and helicoptered it to the Himalayas to meet us a few days along our trek - really grateful! We have already recommended them to our friends!

Hey Clare, many thanks for your 5 star review, I think it was part luck in being able to get your bag up to you, but 100% our pleasure!
Lovely to meet you both, thanks for the recommendation and we'd love to have you here again!
Cheers,
Amanda

THT and Langtang · Nepal - Oct 16 - Oct 28, 2018
The experience was great. We could have done with a rest afternoon and a better driver to return back with. However Wangchu was a great guide who was very knowledgeable and helpful

Many thanks Corinne for your 5 star review! We'd love to see you both back here again if you get the chance!
Thanks again,
Amanda
Nar Phu Valley Trek - 9 Days · Nepal - Mar 25 - Apr 3, 2018
The Nar-Phu trek was superbly organised, kimkim tours were great to deal with, Amanda was fantastic to deal with and very knowledgeable and our guide and porter were both brilliant and so helpful and fun to do the trek with. Would recommend the trek to anyone looking for a extremely interesting and varied out of the way trek and certainly would have no hesitation in recommending using kimkim tours.

Thanks for the 5 star review, Noel! Great to hear that as experienced trekkers, we were able to find the right trek for you! It was lovely to meet you both in Kathmandu, thanks again for my little gift of Vegemite, it went down very well ;)
Until next trek!
Amanda

Group departure - Manaslu Circuit Trek Group Departures - 15 Days · Nepal - Oct 8 - Oct 22, 2018
I joined a group departure on Manaslu Circuit and was very satisfied with everything, we had a great knowledgeable guide who made sure everything was ok, the porters were also great, the whole trip went smoothly, amanda was very helpful and always answered my question quickly, she also helped me to arrange a car which drove me to chitwan after the trek, no complains :)

Hey Tom, great to hear that everything went as planned, this is of course never guaranteed in the mountains but the team does try make it happen. Hopefully see you back here for your Kanchenjunga trek in the coming year/s :)
Cheers,
Amanda
Gokyo Trek · Nepal - Sep 12 - Sep 24, 2018
Had a wonderful time trekking Annapurna Base Camp and Muldai Peak with my awesome guide Nawang. Raj, Erin and Amanda were super helpful and accommodating as plans changed, and made all the logistics effortless. Truly an unforgettable trip!

Hi Kristina, you certainly did have some changes to your trip and we're very glad it all worked out so well in the end. We hope you're still enjoying the photos and memories of Nepal!
Cheers,
Amanda

Pikey Peak Trek · Nepal - Sep 22 - Oct 1, 2018
Hi ! We did the Pikey peak and Solu trek package. It was even better than we expected. Amanda our local specialist really understood what we wanted, I asked for a trek with the least amount of tourist and she delivered. We did not see any tourist until the end of the trek, so our entire trek was nature and the locals (Sherpa coulture). Very sweet people, warm and very hospitable. We stayed in tea houses and they were great. Our guide Pemba was really great, he knew his stuff well and was... read more

Hey Audrey, thanks for your thorough review of your trek, the area you went to, Solu, is one of our favourites and so we're so glad you enjoyed it and that it really did meet the criteria you had requested! The crew on our treks really do a lot of 'behind the scenes' work that's not always noticed, so thanks for your extra appreciation :)
Looking forward to seeing you back here later this year!
Cheers,
Amanda
5 Days in Nepal: 5 Great Itineraries · Nepal - Sep 16 - Sep 21, 2018
The overall experuence was exactly what we hoped for.
Nice people, flexible when plans changed and had a lot to tell about places we visited.
We have done only 5,5 days in nepal, kthmandu to pokhara and some rafting in between an staying in a fantastisch riverside camp.
All perfectly arranged.
My only point of comment would be that the drive to and from the Famous Farm (which was fantastic to stay btw) was too long (due to the road conditions) related to the total time we where in Nepal.
Besides that, all perfect!

Hi Marije, thanks for your 5 star review! Yes the road up to the Famous Farm was quite bad when you were here, driving around is one of the issues we face in Nepal, glad to hear that you did enjoy it up there though!
We hope to see you here again!
Cheers,
Amanda
Muldai and Poon hill trek - Long · Nepal - Jul 28 - Aug 2, 2018
Mingma and the porters were lovely and very helpful, and I was grateful to them for flicking leeches off my shoes! It was a good route with lots of different and pretty immediate scenery, even if it was too cloudy to see the mountains. I was happy with the level of difficulty of the trek. I loved the first tea house in Ghandruk. I was a bit disappointed with the lack of views but had plenty of warning that this could well be the case in monsoon season.

Hey Esther, the views at the stop do make the effort of walking up hills feel more worth it, unfortunately the monsoon season is characterised by the clouds that like to hang around. Great to hear that otherwise you enjoyed the trail and short-distance scenery.
Many thanks for your review!
Cheers,
Amanda

Pikey Peak: A Short Trek with Great Views of Everest · Nepal - Jun 18 - Jun 22, 2018
I have nothing but kind things to say regarding my recent trip to Pikey Peak in Nepal. Both Rachel and I had never been to Nepal before, and were overwhelmed with the kindness and hospitality we experienced both with the company and people we stayed with throughout the trek.
Needless to say, you need a guide if you have never hiked or journeyed through Nepal before. It is not only essential for your safety, but also because local guides have immense amount of knowledge and insight about... read more

Hey Kelly, thanks for taking the time to leave a thorough review, great to hear that you had the support you needed along the way from Naresh and Mingma. Pikey Peak is a stunning area and great that you got some insight into 'real' Nepal, too.
It certainly can get cold at night when you're at altitude or in a blustery place like Pikey Peak and we do provide a full packing list, sounds like you guys missed it in the chat.
We would love to see you back again, maybe a trek that goes a little higher next time? :)
Thanks again,
Amanda

Pikey Peak: A Short Trek with Great Views of Everest · Nepal - Jun 18 - Jun 22, 2018
100/10 would strongly recommend booking through kimkim for a trek through Nepal!
I inquired on a whim just to ask a few questions and Mads and Amanda took full reigns to cater the trip specifically for what we wanted to see, do, and experience all within our time frame. Their tips were very informative and helpful as well as prompt.
As for the actual trek, we got taxi pick up with our guide, Naress, on the first day and he accompanied us 24/7 after that. Naress was AMAZING. He cared for us... read more

Hi Rachel, thanks for your detailed review, we love the Pikey Peak area and showing people our favourite places around this incredible region. We are very glad to hear that Naresh was able to add so much to your trip.
You had initially asked about what gear to bring and the detailed gear list was sent over to you then, it sounds like Kripa and Naresh were able to clarify your questions about gear in your pre-trek briefing.
Let us know when you'll be back and Naresh will be happy to show you around somewhere else in Nepal!
Cheers,
Amanda

Group departure - Manaslu Circuit Trek - The Ultimate off-the-beaten-path Trek in Nepal - 13 to 19 days · Nepal - Jun 5 - Jun 18, 2018
It was truly a pleasant and wonderful experience from start to end! Amanda and Mads were really awesome and prompt in answering my queries. Thank you for their patience because it took so long to confirm my trip. Co-ordination of the team was flawless, it was a thoughtful gesture for us to meet Raj at the end of the trip to review the trek and also to understand the company a little more. The trek was awesome, it was really beautiful and the landscape was so varied and diverse! Chhiring was a... read more

Osh, so great to hear that you loved the Manaslu trek, Nepal is such a changing landscape at the moment and the Manaslu trek is a great combination of culture and stunning nature.
Great to hear that the group and crew enjoyed time together, there's a saying around here that people 'come for the mountains but come back for the people' and we find this to be so true.
Thanks for your review, looking forward to planning your next adventure!
Cheers,
Amanda
The Best Short Treks in Nepal - Trekking Itineraries Ranging from 3 to 10 Days · Nepal - Jun 10 - Jun 20, 2018
An amazing trek, short but challenging for us. Beautiful landscape and views of the Annapurnas. Our guide Tendu and porter Dorje were very patient and accommodating. We went in the off season, but were very lucky with both the weather and open tea houses. The only unfortunate thing was that the packing list provided to us was definitely optimized for the fall and winter, and we were way over-laden with warm clothes, rain gear and sleeping bags that we didn't need. Overall a fantastic experience from start to finish.

Hi Carmen, many thanks for your review! Wonderful to hear that you enjoyed the crew and had a great experience.
Also excellent to hear that the weather was good to you, this isn't always the case and that's the reason that we still request that you're prepared gear-wise, for in the case that conditions do turn bad. The weather in the mountains is volatile, especially when going to high altitude such as the trek you did that goes over 5000m. We would much rather that you have the extra gear... read more
The Best Short Treks in Nepal - Trekking Itineraries Ranging from 3 to 10 Days · Nepal - Jun 10 - Jun 20, 2018
Our guide, porter, and drivers in country were all wonderful; knowledgeable, reliable, friendly, and helpful.
After spending 7 months planning the trip with Amanda, it was disappointing to be redirected to other individuals for the final lead up, and then also during the trip.

Hi Teresa, great to hear that everyone in country looked after you while you were here. Sorry I wasn't here to meet you personally, while I am based in Kathmandu, I do travel at times and was in Australia visiting my family during the off season.
All the best,
Amanda
Group departure - Manaslu Circuit Trek - The Ultimate off-the-beaten-path Trek in Nepal - 13 to 19 days · Nepal - Jun 5 - Jun 19, 2018
The trip was amazing, I enjoyed every moment of it. Chhiring, our guide, was incredible, helped us all the time.

Hi Cristina, great to hear that Chhiring was helpful on trek and that you had an amazing time! Many thanks for the review, all the best!
Cheers,
Amanda
The Best Short Treks in Nepal - Trekking Itineraries Ranging from 3 to 10 Days · Nepal - May 15 - May 23, 2018
The whole trip- all the connections the tour guides, the hotels- awesome!
Thanks!

Hey Sandy, thanks for a 5 star review, great to hear that you both enjoyed it! Until next time! :)
Cheers,
Amanda
Himalayan Range Tour · Nepal - May 26 - May 29, 2018
This was my second visit to Nepal and my second time using this company. Amanda and Tendu provided excellent service once again!!
I contacted Amanda to have her set up a tour for us on short notice. She was always quick to respond, friendly, accommodating and answered all of our questions. We did a three day trip through Pokhara, Dhampus and Bandipur, which would have been hard to do on our own. We stayed at fantastic guest houses and had some great views. Our guide Tendu was very knowledgeable and friendly. I will be coming back to Nepal and I will be using this company again!!

Hey Chris, it was great to have you back after your first trip earlier this year. Thanks for trusting us again with your travel arrangements with your colleagues, we just love showing people the places that we think are awesome.
Thanks and we look forward to seeing you again soon!
Cheers,
Amanda
5-6 day trek · Nepal - May 7 - May 18, 2018
Trip was excellent. Amanda was more than awesome. I give her 10 stars, not just five. She handled all our needs, last minute changes and beyond.
Mingma and Dorje were top-notch and literally saved our trek by being agile in the face of Indian Prime Minister’s visit to Muktinath. They stayed informed of his changing schedule and altered our trek route and time-table to enable our visit. They both were knowledgeable, fun, and a pleasure to trek with. During trek days they stayed close to us... read more

Hey Karl and Donna, thanks so much for the review, I'll of course also pass your 10/5 stars to Mingma and Dorje and the rest of our 'behind the scenes' team who make our trips possible.
Once your foot has healed we look forward to welcoming you back to Kathmandu, maybe back to 'plan a' next time?
Also a big thank you also for the photos, it's great to have a little mountain inspiration back here in Kathmandu :)
All the best,
Amanda