From the first email enquiry, Sadhana was quick and efficient in responding and providing information – we had many questions. We were initially drawn to Access Nepal as not only was the price was very competitive to other tours, but all meals were included during the trek. We calculated this to be a saving of approx. $500. Many of the more well known tour groups did not include all meals.
Travelling in a group of 4, we were allocated a guide and 2 porters. Our guide Kumar, we could all not speak more highly of him. His professionalism and attentional to detail was very high, and was very attentive to our needs. At no point did we feel rushed to speed up or get to the next town within a time frame, we all went at our own pace. There was one day I was very sick and couldn’t keep any food down. We were told it should only take 4 hours to reach the next location, however it took us 7 as I was having to stop after taking 20 steps. The whole day Kumar just patiently walked with me and assured me to take all the time I needed.
Kumar was very engaging with us, each night spending time with us at the tea house to chat and play a Nepalese card game he taught us, and which we all became a little obsessed with! We noticed during our time in the tea houses very few, if any guides spent time chatting and relaxing with the clients. We felt very lucky with our team! The porters Hari and Sandro were also fantastic and so lovely, Hari often played card games with us.
I will always recommend this company to anyone considering EBC or any tours in Nepal. I cannot fault them, thank you so much to Sadhana, Kumar, Hari and Sandro for an incredible trip one I will never forget. Was sad to say goodbye!!!!