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Dawa Sherpa

★ 4.97

Namche Bazaar, Khumbu

14 yrs experience · 142 trips led

Born in Khumjung. Summited Everest twice. Leads small-group EBC and Three Passes treks with a focus on acclimatization safety.

Specialties

Everest Base CampThree PassesGokyo Lakes

Languages

English, Nepali, Sherpa, Hindi

Certifications

NMA Climbing Guide, Wilderness First Responder

Rate

NPR 4,500 / day

Pemba Tamang

★ 4.91

Syabrubesi, Langtang

9 yrs experience · 87 trips led

From Briddim village. Specialises in cultural treks through Tamang and Hyolmo communities. Quiet, careful pace.

Specialties

Langtang ValleyTamang HeritageGosainkunda

Languages

English, Nepali, Tamang

Certifications

TAAN Licensed Guide, WFA

Rate

NPR 3,500 / day

Mingma Gurung

★ 4.95

Pokhara, Gandaki

12 yrs experience · 168 trips led

Based in Ghandruk, now Pokhara. Strong route knowledge for the Annapurna shoulder seasons.

Specialties

Annapurna CircuitMardi HimalMustang

Languages

English, Nepali, Gurung, Japanese

Certifications

TAAN Licensed Guide, Avalanche Level 1

Rate

NPR 4,200 / day

Lhakpa Bhote

★ 4.93

Kathmandu

11 yrs experience · 64 trips led

Restricted-area specialist. Has guided Manaslu in every season since 2017.

Specialties

Manaslu CircuitTsum ValleyUpper Mustang

Languages

English, Nepali, Sherpa

Certifications

NMA Trekking Guide, Restricted Area Endorsement

Rate

NPR 5,000 / day

How we vet guides

License verified with TAAN or NMA. Two reference treks from prior clients. Wilderness first-aid certification required. We don't charge guides to list and we don't take commission on bookings.