Ashley May
South Africa
29th May, 2022
A fantastic trek that was recommended by Mountain Mart treks with a fabulous combination of trekking paths, local culture and snowy peaks! The landscape was varied from forests to steep paths and we were well guided by Prem – experienced adventure guide and a true leader. He was a trail guide, medical expert (a few of us were sick!), friend and made up our mountain family! We loved his knowledge on many subjects, his interactions with the local people, his caring for the porters - ensuring they were as well looked after as we were. We felt like “rockstars” compared to the other trekkers we were so well cared for! We can highly recommend Mountain Mart treks and Prem as our guide and leader – they were professional, considerate, knowledgeable and it was a wonderful experience.
Nadya Yolanda
Indonesia
29th May, 2022
Poon Hill Trekking in Nepal
Nepal is the heaven for trekkers around the world. Having a plan to travel to Nepal, I randomly googled some trekking companies a month prior to my departure and contacted them afterwards. But only MMT who gave me clear details and itinerary with very reasonable price. Having no trekking experience before, I chose PoonHill Sunrise Trek as my first trekking experience.
With very scenic view along the way to reach Poon Hill, Shiva, my guide, told me everything about Himalayan culture and tradition. Even in 4th day I got injured in my legs and should be picked up by a jeep on our way back to Nayapul, MMT covered the expense as well as an extra night in Pokhara too--because PoonHill trek should had been done in five days. In other words, what makes MMT different from any other companies that exist is they prioritize service rather than just fresh cash in hand. Even then I booked other package tour (mountain flight) from MMT as I had proved their trusted work. I really thank Dolakh, Shiva, and the other crews for making my first trekking experience memorable and thank you for the patience.
Sally Grierson and sisters
South Africa
29th May, 2022
Lonely Planet said trekking to Everest Base Camp requires feats of endurance in December – clearly they didn’t trek with Mountain Mart Treks! Professional, efficient and personal before, during and after our trek! They checked our gear and equipment to ensure we were prepared for fitness and equipment. It was cold but the weather was sunny and our fantastic guide Prem made sure we got extra blankets at night too! Loaded with knowledge – he could name every peak and its elevation, he knew the routes of the trails, how long it would take us and gave us a daily programme of what to expect. We were well looked after with the best accommodation, recommendations for food – checking in the kitchen to make sure food was prepared so we didn't get sick and always with a smile! We were even given supplementary snacks every day and fresh fruit after dinner! Everything was “no problem” and we had superb conversations with local input on politics, religion, culture, trekking, education and more! 5 star recommendation for Prem, Dolakh and Mountain Mart treks.
Stephen Jaffe Keith Roberts
South Africa
29th May, 2022
In September 2012 a friend and I were privileged to join Prem Panta on a magical 21 day trek to Upper Dolpo. This remote and sparsely populated region demands a full camping trek with all supplies carried from the entry village of Juphal – with its tiny airport. MMTs organisation was meticulous and within two hours we left with a team comprising our superb chef, Chandra Basnet, two local porters and a donkey-man with six donkeys. ‘On board’ were 45kg rice, 120 eggs, apples for three weeks and everything else that could possibly be needed...
Dolpo offers a vast landscape: forested in its lower regions, but mostly barren and desolate on the uplands – everywhere magnificent. We spent 11 treeless days at over 4000m and frequently trekked for 7-9 hours a day (being fairly slow up the scree slopes of the high passes).
Villages are small and remote; the architecture varies with the lack of rainfall; walls in the north often built with packed mud that is centuries old. Life is hard with families migrating to high summer pastures and lower regions for the harsh winter months. Paths are narrow and all goods are carried on the backs of people or animals over great distances: once more we did not see one wheel after leaving the airport. As always, the people were friendly; most spoke at least some Nepalese but little English. Where possible, terraced fields have been wrested from the stony upper slopes where millet, buckwheat and some corn is irrigated from snowmelt streams during the short growing season. A wide variety of colourful autumn flowers bloomed in seemingly impossible places.
Both the Bön and Buddhist faiths (much intermingled) are important factors holding communities to the freedom of this region. Important nodes are the gompas at the stunning Phoksundo Lake; Shey and its “satellite” monasteries of Tsakang (a highlight for me) and ___. The oldest Buddhist gompa is at Saldang, > 750 years; it has recently been fully refurbished. Further north is the architecturally different and ancient village of Yangze with the oldest Bön Gompa in Nepal; not in a great state, but very well worth the trek.
From Saldang we turned south towards the broad and fertile Tarap Valley and then down to below the tree line and a greener, wetter world through long steep-sided valleys above roaring rivers and on back to Juphal.
For me, this trek stands head and shoulders above the four others I have done, including a dramatic 27 day Kangchenjunga trek. Part of that was due to the humbling scale of the vast landscapes, but also greatly enhanced by the care and kindness we received from Prem and his team. The tents and equipment were first class, the meals were excellent, always tasty, hot and very varied; the staff friendly, helpful and super-efficient.
My praise for this company is considered and based on much experience. I can strongly recommend them:- both “in the field” and “in the office” where my every question or suggestion was concisely answered and dealt with by Dolakh. I plan to return and trek with them again – and again.
Michael
United States
29th May, 2022
Traveling with a group of three. Never been trekking in Nepal. However I can't imagine it going any better.
Mountian Mart took care of everything at a reasonable price.
The very best part are the guides and porters they provide. I can't say enough about our guide Makar and our porters Gorka and Promise.
Makar saw to all the details. We saw other groups and guides and Makar was by far a step above everyone we saw. Sadly some groups were suffering from various sicknesses (some of it comes simply by chance) but Makar really took care of us and we were all in fine shape throughout the trek.
Makar is always smiling and has so many interesting facts and stories. Gorka was always just having a good time (all while carrying our heavy gear.) How do they do that without hardly breathing at 17,000 feet is simply amazing!
Upon our return to Kathmandu, Makar said this was his last trek before the monsoon season and sadly we said our good byes.
The following day we arranged for a day tour of Kathmandu through Mountian Mart which was also nice. But the best part was Makar showed up with the tour guide Siri! We got to spend one last day hanging around with Makar :) He certianly didnt have to do it so we really do feel we have made another true friend in this great big world.
Thanks Makar, Gorka and Promise for such a great trip
Keith Roberts
South Africa
29th May, 2022
In late September this year a friend and I tackled the Annapurna Base Camp trek. Our experienced guide, Badri Panta, and a porter led a trek that matched our fitness levels and ensured that we successfully completed it without succumbing to the effects of altitude.
This route passes through numerous attractive villages which are well geared for high-volume trekking; each with several tea houses that cater for the needs of the “foreign palate” with a wide variety of dishes. We walked for five to six hours a day – with the choice of moving on if we wanted to. The route follows the Modi Khola valley towards its glacial source through magnificent forests and terraced fields of rice, millet and vegetable gardens. Higher up this gave way to scrub vegetation and then the towering walls of ice that ring base camp with imposing Machhapuchhare on the eastern flank.
Cloud tended to obscure the views from around 11am, but early mornings were generally clear. At base camp, moon lit views of the glacier and the surrounding peaks were only bettered by sunrise in a cold clear sky that devoured memory card space as the light changed. The faster return journey included an alternative lower route and shorter way out.
I want to offer sincere thanks to Badri, and MMTs smooth organisation, for an excellent trek. The route presents constant opportunities to meet and mingle with the friendly people and Badri’s knowledge and natural enthusiasm added greatly to our enjoyment of a special trek. It will not be our last!
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Gideon Malherbe
South Africa
29th May, 2022
I’ve just completed 18 days trek to Everest 3 passes organized by Mountain Mart Treks. The trek was included the Renjo La pass (5345 m), Cho La (5240m), Everest Base Camp (5345m), Kala Pathar (5545 m), Kongma La (5535m) The views from these places were spectacular with clear sunny days for the entire hike. The trip arrangement of Mountain Mart Trek was first class. The smallest details were taken care perfectly during the trip. Such as,
• Clean drinking water
• Afternoon tea and biscuits
• Energy Bar(Chocolates)
My guide Badri Panta was excellent. He knew the best lodges, many with inside toilet. He was able to advise on the food at the tea houses. What to eat and something what to avoid, there by avoiding such thing as upset stomach.
The service provided by Mountain Mart Trek was awesome. I’ve no hesitation in recommending them any potential clients. If anybody would like share more information, please do write me anytime.
Ian Chambler and David Vincent
South Africa
29th May, 2022
What a surprise Nepal was for us . We came not knowing much about the Country and each day was an experience. There is so much to see and do in Nepal which we were not aware of …even after reading the Guide Book.
The Temples were amazing…well kept, clean and easy to get round. One is exposed to the ritual in a relaxed atmosphere. They are UNESCO sites and I did not know this.
The Nepalese people are friendly and so honest always willing to help and advise you. The Hotel staff at all the hotels was such a pleasure to deal with and they go out of their way to make your stay a pleasure.
We had the most amazing weather and each day in November was warm and sunny…blue skies every day. This helped a lot with amazing views of the Himalayas which we saw nearly every day. They change in character and we had many wonderful sunrises and sunsets.
The Hotels were comfortable and well chosen for positions and comfort in the venues.
We were very happy with Mountain Mart Trek . We sent an email with a very rough outline of what we wanted to see and back came a trip with much more added in at a reasonable price. Dolakh had added in much more to make the trip so memorable . On arrival all the promised arrangements unfolded and nothing went wrong, was cut short or failed to excite us. The Staff at Mountain Mart are helpful and give a very personal service which we liked being senior travelers. It was a boon to have a car and driver and this made our travels much easier. Mountain Mart Trek also monitored how the trip was going and suggested on a daily basis what would suit us . We missed nothing on the 2 week trip and we covered about 1000 KM over the Country .
We would definitely recommend Mountain Mart Trek to tailor a future trip and we will tell people back in South Africa about our trip . Thank you Dolakh and Mountain Mart Trek for this wonderful trek, we will back again ……………………. Sooner or later.
Troy Chatman
Australia
29th May, 2022
I chose mountain mart treks for my trek due to how genuine they were in providing me with the trek to suit my needs. Straight up they were knowledgeable of the area I was interested in and were able to put together the entire trip on short notice with no hassles and include other activities I wanted along the way such as a weekend at Chitwan national park. My guide Prem was keen and helpful the entire time and was able to share a laugh and a few roxy’s with sukuti along the way. I thoroughly enjoyed my trek and highly recommend Mountain Mart to anyone who is looking to organise a trip.
Paulette REYNARD
France
29th May, 2022
I met Prem in Katmandu. He was my guide to go to the Anapurna Base Camp .
Prem's professionalism, generosity, kindness and his passion for his country, mountains and use
made this trek unforgettable.
I recommended Mountain Mart Treks & Expedition to many of my friends,
they all came back with the same enthusiasm.
Thanks a lot.
we will meet again.
Durant un voyage en solo à travers le Népal et l'Inde du nord,
j'ai rencontré Prem à Katmandou, qui fut mon guide pour rejoindre
le Camp de Base de l'Anapurna.
Son professionnalisme, sa générosité, sa gentillesse et sa passion pour son pays,
ses montagnes et ses coutumes ont fait de ce trek un moment inoubliable.
J'ai déjà recommandé Mountain Mart Treks & Expedition à de nombreux amis.
Ils reviennent tous avec le même enthousiasme.
Encore merci, en attendant de vous revoir.
Savoie France
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