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Erin Green

My roots are in Michigan and California, but my adult life has been spent living and leading tours all over Asia. I first visited Nepal in 2003, and I loved it, so I kept coming back. Kathmandu was my home for six years, and I still visit regularly. I'm here to help plan your adventure and share some of the tips I've learned (sometimes the hard way) throughout my travels.

What places and activities do you specialize in?

"I specialize in Nepal and Tibet travel, and I also have lots of knowledge about traveling through countries all over Asia. "

How did you get involved in travel?

"I taught English in Xinjiang China in 2003 and afterwards traveled to Tibet and Nepal for several months. I saw places I'd only read about, ate foods I'd never heard of, and experienced ways of life I couldn't have dreamt. From there travel became my passion and my career. I spent 4 years leading small groups all around Asia, and have been working in the travel industry ever since. "

Please share a unique travel experience you will never forget.

"I led a group to Pakistan. At the Sost border, we found ourselves waiting in the customs line for hours. I went to the front to see what was happening. Seven very large men with very big beards and huge guns, wearing chunky wool sweaters with bullets draped over their shoulders were huddled, puzzled around a computer. It turned out that they'd just gotten a computerized immigration system that day. It was all in English and it was confusing. After much deliberation, they finally had me come around to their side and watched me as I entered all the information for all the visitors to Pakistan that day. That was both heart-pumpingly intimidating and hilarious, in retrospect. "

Erin is part of the following groups: Tibet Travel Agents, Nepal Travel Agents
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Recent trip reviews for Erin

Thanks to KimKim and Erin for booking another...
Nepal | Sep 29 - Oct 8, 2023

Ellie
Ellie t.
New Zealand | Reviewed on Oct 15, 2023

Thanks to KimKim and Erin for booking another amazing trip to Kathmandu, Nepal. KimKim is efficient, professional and we will always use as our Go-To for all things Nepal.

Local specialist: Erin Green

Mera Peak trek
Nepal | Apr 24 - May 10, 2023

M
Melvin D.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on May 15, 2023

Mera Peak trek - April/May 2023
From first to last Erin, Raj and Tendu ensured we had the experience of a lifetime.
Look no further if you are looking to explore Nepal. Our trip was perfect in every way.

Local specialist: Erin Green

5 stars for Nepal
Nepal | Nov 23 - Nov 30, 2022

Jenna
Jenna V.
Nashville, TN | Reviewed on Dec 27, 2022

My trip to Nepal through Kimkim was spectacular. I usually make all of my own arrangements as it can be difficult to find companies who cater to solo travelers, so finding this company was exciting. From my start with Erin being so patient helping me form the perfect itinerary, to Krishna helping me while I was in Nepal, my trip was seamless. I’m already looking to book my next trip with them! 5/5 stars for kimkim!

Local specialist: Erin Green

Simply amazing
Nepal | Nov 6 - Nov 16, 2022

Julian
Julian O.
United Kingdom | Reviewed on Nov 23, 2022

Simply amazing. Awesome flexibility on planning before departed. Amazing guides. Logistics went like clockwork, even when we decided to change plans on a day. Instant responses from Amanda to any question - hate we time of day! Could not recommend this trip highly enough to anyone. Best tour ever….

Local specialist: Erin Green
Erin
Erin Green
Local specialist in Kathmandu and San Diego | Replied on Dec 20, 2022

Hi Julian! Many thanks for this awesome review. I'm so glad you enjoyed the trip, guides, and that everyone on the ground was there to assist you when you needed it. I hope we get you back to Nepal again one of these days!

Manislu Circuit
Nepal | Oct 19 - Nov 5, 2022

David
David M.
Raleigh, NC | Reviewed on Nov 06, 2022
Thank you for reaching out and asking about our trip. It exceeded all of our expectations! First, Kimkim and Himalayan Trails executed everything perfectly. The people that surrounded us were always very professional, caring and made the trip seamless. Rajiv did a great job of introducing us to the important historical sites in Kathmandu and Patan. What a great day that was. We were in informational overload and I had to let it sink in before going back and reading more about the sites we... Read more

Thank you for reaching out and asking about our trip. It exceeded all of our expectations! First, Kimkim and Himalayan Trails executed everything perfectly. The people that surrounded us were always very professional, caring and made the trip seamless.

Rajiv did a great job of introducing us to the important historical sites in Kathmandu and Patan. What a great day that was. We were in informational overload and I had to let it sink in before going back and reading more about the sites we saw.

Our guide, Wang Chu, and porter, Neema , we’re first rate. I think one of the most important things a guide can do is understand his clients and Wang Chu was able to do that very quickly. He made adjustments throughout the trip that catered to what we were looking for and made our experience unbelievable. We often times felt like we were the only ones on the circuit and saw things I know other groups did not get to witness.

The trek itself was difficult at times but rewarding in every instance. The scenery was spectacular and Wang Chu taught us a great deal about the culture, livelihood and history of the Nepalese people as we trekked from village to village. What a great classroom and teacher!

I am glad we chose the Manislu circuit and I would recommend that to anyone interested in trekking the Himalayans. It offered a good challenge, varied landscapes and what felt like a relatively less travelled path.

Thank you for setting everything up for us and sticking with us for almost two years due to travel restrictions!

Again, thank you, Kripa, Rajiv, Sanzeb, Wang Chu, Neema and the whole staff at Kimkim and Himalayan Trails for making it a wonderful, memorable trip!

David Makepeace

Local specialist: Erin Green
Erin
Erin Green
Local specialist in Kathmandu and San Diego | Replied on Dec 20, 2022

Hi David, thanks so much for this great review. We worked together for a few years, and I'm so glad this trip finally materialized with Covid delays, etc. I know you realize the team effort that goes into making great trips, so thank you for the feedback. Hope to get you back to Nepal soon!!

Amazing trip, the local guides for our hike a...
Nepal | Sep 21 - Oct 4, 2022

lilly
lilly p.
Australia | Reviewed on Oct 06, 2022

Amazing trip, the local guides for our hike and safari were absolutely incredible and made our holiday so easy. The whole trip was well organised and we felt very relaxed.

Local specialist: Erin Green
Erin
Erin Green
Local specialist in Kathmandu and San Diego | Replied on Dec 20, 2022

Hi Lilly! I'm so glad you had an incredible trek and safari. Thank you for leaving this review. Let me know when you're ready to come back!!

An absolutely wonderful and memorable trip!
Nepal | May 22 - May 27, 2022

Vedran
Vedran V.
Germany | Reviewed on May 29, 2022
We have nothing but praise for the team at Himalayan Trails and kimkim! This was our first fully guided trip, and our first trip with kimkim. I can definitely say that it won't be our last.

Our trip coordinators, Kripa and Erin, listened to our input and designed a perfect trip, combining cultural sights, light trekking and wonderful views of the Himalayas. They were very helpful before the trip with advice on preparation, packing, logistics, immigration, etc. During the trip, they...
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We have nothing but praise for the team at Himalayan Trails and kimkim! This was our first fully guided trip, and our first trip with kimkim. I can definitely say that it won't be our last.

Our trip coordinators, Kripa and Erin, listened to our input and designed a perfect trip, combining cultural sights, light trekking and wonderful views of the Himalayas. They were very helpful before the trip with advice on preparation, packing, logistics, immigration, etc. During the trip, they checked in with us numerous times to make sure everything was going well. Everything was flawlessly coordinated. We always had someone picking us up at the airport or at our accommodation, and a driver was always waiting to take us to our next destination. This is quite a feat to pull off in post-Covid Nepal, which is just getting back into tourism after two long years of pandemic. The team is clearly well connected and has great relationships with the tourism industry in Nepal.

We had two guides during the trip - Pratikshya for the cultural sights, and Tendu for the trekking portion. Pratikshya was very attentive and knowledgeable about Nepali culture, history and tradition. Apart from the beautiful Durbar squares of Patan and Bhaktapur (a must visit when coming to Kathmandu), one of the highlights of the tour was seeing the awe-inspiring chariot in Patan. The chariot is constructed in May for a big religious celebration, and Pratikshya went out of her way to make sure that we saw it.

Tendu was a wonderful trekking guide! He is a Himalayan mountain tour expert and a very positive and friendly person. Our trek was very light for Nepal standards (our choice), but he kept it very fun and interesting. He pointed out all of the different mountains in the horizon (he knows them all very well), told us about other treks that we could experience in the future, and pointed out the local flora and fauna in the region. He also took us around some of the farms in the hills near Pokhara, where we interacted with local farmers. The tea houses were much nicer than we expected, and Tendu always made sure that we were comfortable and had everything we needed. The highlight of the trek was breakfast at the Basanta lodge in Dhampus, where the sky cleared up and we could see the Annapurna mountain range. We also want to give a special thank you to our wonderful porter, Lakpa, who is a legend in his own right, having summited Mt. Everest six times!

Overall, I can't recommend the team at Himalayan Trails enough! Thank you so much for all of your hard work and hospitality! Nepal is an incredible country with so much to see and experience, and we highly recommend Himalayan Trails for anyone wishing to experience Nepal!

Local specialist: Erin Green
Erin
Erin Green
Local specialist in Kathmandu and San Diego | Replied on Jun 01, 2022

Thanks so much Vedran for this awesome review. It was wonderful working with you pre trip, and I'm so glad you had a great time in Nepal, and with Tendu and Pratikshya, two of our guides that have been with the team for over 10 years. And to Lakpa, too- he's done amazing feats, hey! Hope to see you back one of these days!

Incredible Journey to Muldai Hill Sunrise
Nepal | Dec 23 - Jan 4, 2020

K
Kirk S.
Manhattan, NY | Reviewed on Jan 05, 2020
We are just getting back home from the most incredible trip that KimKim helped to arrange for us in coordination with Himalayan Trails which is their local group in Nepal. From the beginning we were looking for a custom tour of the country that would allow us to enjoy both some time on the mountain trekking as well as a resort. KimKim helped make it all work seamlessly throughout our time. We were met at the airport in Kathmandu and together with our guide flew to Pokhara to begin the... Read more

We are just getting back home from the most incredible trip that KimKim helped to arrange for us in coordination with Himalayan Trails which is their local group in Nepal. From the beginning we were looking for a custom tour of the country that would allow us to enjoy both some time on the mountain trekking as well as a resort. KimKim helped make it all work seamlessly throughout our time.

We were met at the airport in Kathmandu and together with our guide flew to Pokhara to begin the trekking journey. Everything was as good or better than we could have expected including the custom route that they chose for the hike. By going a little against the grain on our path we were able to both beat the crowds in certain areas as well as find some more remote parts of the trail that proved to be the most memorable. Specifically our time at Dobato and the Mt Lucky teahouse where we were welcomed by the family and spent most of the afternoon/evening warming up and conversing through our guide who was great at making sure we got a really culturally unique experience. The sunrise on Muldai Hill was the best part of the trip as we had the entire top of the range to ourselves that morning for a really special experience.

Couldn't be more pleased with both the help arranging the trip (thanks Erin!) and once we got on the ground with Raj and the team at Himalayan Trails. Thanks all and look forward to visiting the wonderful country of Nepal again in the future.

Local specialist: Erin Green
Erin
Erin Green
Local specialist in Kathmandu and San Diego | Replied on May 06, 2020

Hi Kirk,
So wonderful to hear you enjoyed your trip and that Raj and the team took great care of you! That sunrise at Muldai is something special, right? I sure do hope you get to come and visit another part of Nepal in the future. Ah, the days when we get to travel again!

Another great trip. Erin provided everything ...
Nepal | Oct 15 - Oct 26, 2019

Jane
Jane F.
New Zealand | Reviewed on Nov 06, 2019

Another great trip. Erin provided everything we asked for, she was always quick to respond and understodd what we wanted. Her choice of Guide and Sherpa were perfect for the group. We felt well looked after and had an unforgettable trip that was loads of fun. Thank you.

Local specialist: Erin Green
Erin
Erin Green
Local specialist in Kathmandu and San Diego | Replied on Nov 11, 2019

Jane, it was so nice to welcome you back here with Ellie, and to meet the boys and your friends. You're doing some wonderful work here, and I'm so glad myself and the team can help facilitate it! Hope to see you again next year!

Gokyo Ri Trek
Nepal | Oct 19 - Nov 3, 2019

Eric
Eric E.
Forest Hills, NY | Reviewed on Nov 05, 2019
Erin, the Himalayan Trails staff, our guide Wongchu and the team of porters were all stellar throughout our whole experience - from the 10 month pre-trek planning and prep phase, to the moment we stepped out of the Kathmandu airport and all the way back again to our departure. As pretty well fit 50 year olds we found the Gokyo Ri/Lakes circuit challenging, namely due to the altitude. But the length of the trek and the acclimatization days did seem to help ease the associated symptoms. Some... Read more

Erin, the Himalayan Trails staff, our guide Wongchu and the team of porters were all stellar throughout our whole experience - from the 10 month pre-trek planning and prep phase, to the moment we stepped out of the Kathmandu airport and all the way back again to our departure. As pretty well fit 50 year olds we found the Gokyo Ri/Lakes circuit challenging, namely due to the altitude. But the length of the trek and the acclimatization days did seem to help ease the associated symptoms. Some highlights: the agro-based sherpa culture village/landscape of Rimjung; the sheer bazaar-ness of the location, size and activity of Namche Bazar; the altitude sickness presentation in Machherma; summiting Gokyo Ri with the accompanying 360 degree view of the Himalayas including, of course, Mt. Everest; crossing Renjo La Pass; and just meeting and witnessing the beautiful, hardworking, ancient Himalayan and Sherpa peoples going about there daily lives.

Local specialist: Erin Green
Erin
Erin Green
Local specialist in Kathmandu and San Diego | Replied on Nov 11, 2019

Hey Eric, thanks so much for this feedback. It was great to finally put faces to names after a long time! I'm so glad you had a great trip, and that Wangchu and the porters were ace. You trekked through some awesome places here. Hope to welcome you and the guys here again!