Date: 12th June 2003 - Everest Base Camp Trek


We just arrived back in Kathmandu after a fantastic 3-week trek to Everest Base Camp with our guide Krishna.


The trek itself was pretty tough walking, but very rewarding with seeing many amazing snowy peaks, including a few glimpses of Everest. The lodges + guesthouses we stayed in were good + very friendly.


Krishna, our guide has been a real star throughout our trek. He has been very friendly thoughtful + kind to us throughout. And looked after me when I was sick one day. Although he kept beating us at cards. Thanks to Krishna for helping me to reach Everest Base Camp + fulfill one of my dreams.


Janie Woodward, UK
E-mail: Janie.woodward@talk21.com

Date: 22nd July 2003 - Everest Base Camp Trek


The toughest part of the trip is getting your body used to "squatting". The up and down hiking, for me, was an opportunity to push my body and mental toughness. Sadly due to Monsoon season, I was unable to see Mt. Everest. On the other hand, the goal of the trip was not to see Everest rather to make it to Base Camp. In this regard our trip was very successful. Our guide introduced us to many people that shared plethora & stories of Everest ascents, adventures and travels. K.B. (our guide) was strong, competent and very knowledgeable. He knew the exact heights of every mountain peaks pass and village along our trip. Furthermore he could estimate with tremendous accuracy, the distance and times to the next destination. An overall success and a great experience.


Steven Harmsen
E-mail: Sharmsen@hotmail.com

Date: 22nd July 2003


It was a great adventure. Awesome K.B. was the best guide. We know it was a success because we made it back alive. Praise God. There was danger & excitement all along the way. The thin air was a big challenge. But God was with us.


James Y Priest
E-mail: Priestj1106@hotmail.com

Date: 3rd August 2003


Annapurna circuit - with Ang Dawa Sherpa


It's my second time trekking in Nepal with the same company and the same guide, Ang Dawa Sherpa. This time the trek was longer form the first time and the season was different but I enjoyed it much. The rain was not too strong, it was quite refreshing actually, many flowers along the way, fresh food, a warm welcome and nice talk with my guide who knows a lot about the local culture and who has always been helpful in difficult moments (slightly breathing problems) in high altitudes + 4800 walking through landslides, I always felt very secure in his company and would recommend him as a trekking guide. I know that some trekkers choose to go trekking by themselves for financial reason. In my opinion it's a mistake and you would miss a lot. No explanation about anything, no help should a problem arise, no security in case of accident. I have found First Environmental trekking agency very friendly and professional. If I came back to Nepal, I will definitely use the same agency and the same guide.


Thank you very much.


Rosine Bats
From Sydney, Australia
E-mail: rosinabates@hotmail.com

Date: 23rd 5 2002


Trekking with Ramesh Paneru is an absolute delight. His knowledge of Khumbu's trail and peaks is both impressive and reassuring (other guides and porters regularly ask him the way). His nature is kind and generous (he sings and smiles and offers jokes and all jokes at just the right time). And he is as intent on sharing what he can of the Napali culture and politics with trekkers as he is with safety acclimatizing them on their way toward their destination. As for the trek itself, the views from Kala Patthar on a clear morning speak for themselves they are nothing short of brutally magnificient. As for Ramesh I recommend him with great enthusiasm and without reservation, and look forward to returning to Nepal to trek with him again.


Edward Scharfenberg
New York City
(Everest Base Camp Trek)
Date: 24th11 2002

Date: 24th August 2002


We are really enjoyed our trekking. Our guide are very honest and friendly. We impressed deeply not only nice scenery but also good persons.
Porters are also good persons. They carried our baggage not complained.
We trust come again to Nepal and see you heartily. Thank you.


Japan trekking party
Shuichi O Kazawa
Hiroshi Hosoda
Kazuko Shifata
E-mail: shokazawa@hotmail.com
Hirolin_papa@jcom.home.ne.jp
Ken_shibata@nifty.com
Sugo@tmh.ac.jp

Date: 10 March 2001


FOR ALL THE TREKKERS


This company have provided us with great hospitality and even planned every trek according to one's capabilities. The warmth and guidance they gave us made our trip a memorable and very adventurous. There is no doubt that this company is one of the best in Nepal.


From Malaysia with love

Ahmad Rifai B. Nasir
E-mail :
rifai_nasir@astro.com.my


Anna king
Email :
anna22_king74@yahoo.com
anna74@pd.jaring.my


Kho Ai Siam
E-mail : aisiam.khoo@ap.sony.com
Khoo Sock Ting
E-mail :sock-tin_khoo@astro.com.my


Mariana M. Mansor
E-mail : mariana_mansor@astro.com.my


Khoo Ai Lik
E-mail :a.choo@mailcity.com

Date: 21/04/2001


Dear First Environmental Trekking Co.


We would like to express our heartfelt thanks to First Environmental Trekking Co., Mr. Nava Raj , Mr. Ganesh, and especially to the greatest guide around - Dinesh.


We attempted the ABC trek. ……and we have had a great time during the trek, all because Dinesh is a very sensitive guide. he sings to keep our spirits up when we are tired. I don't think words are enough to describe how great a guide he is. We will be back and we will still want Dinesh as our guide.


……We would like to congratulate First Environmental Trekking on a job well done !


Wong Huey Ling
Block 212, Pasir Ris Street 21
# 03-218, Singapore 510212
E-mail : wonghueyling@yahoo.com.sg
Tok Shon Wee
Block 518 Pasir Ris Street 52
#09-47, Singapore 510518
E-mail : joaguin@pacific.net.sg

Date: May 14, 2001


American, Single Female Traveler
My thoughts on the company:


* Very organized - they had a variety of treks available and I'm able to put together for me in a day.
* Knowledgeable - When I asked about trekking and the difficulties of each trial they were able to answer my question to my satisfaction. Other companies were answer with vague replies or " no problem "


* Friendly - I spoke with the owner, Nava who was very reassuring about the safety of trekking alone with his company's guide. He understood English well and listened to my concerns.


My thoughts about my guide.
* Dinesh - wonderful !
* Easy to get alone with
* Very Helpful
* Keen about Trekking
* Gentle natured
* Sociable
* Popular with the people who live along the trial
* Accommodating
* Able to problem - solve
* Good boundaries - which is very important as a female traveling alone !
* Likes to laugh


I had a great time ! thank you


Elizabeth M. Kenny
5105 WASENA AVE,
Baltimore, Md, 21225
USA.
Tel : 410 - 789-7078
E-mail: elizabeth_kenny@yahoo.com

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