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DRUK PATH BHUTAN
EVEREST SPRING NEPAL
GANDEN TO SAMYE TIBET
CHASING BUDDHA TIBET
ZANSKAR LADAKH
MARKHA VALLEY LADAKH
MOUNT KAILAS TIBET
ESSENTIAL EVEREST NEPAL
CHOLMOLHARI BHUTAN
BUMTHANG FESTIVAL BHUTAN
KANCHENJUNGA SIKKIM
CHASING BUDDHA INDIA & NEPAL
EVEREST CLASSIC NEPAL
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Enlightened Travel To Bhutan, Tibet, Sikkim, Nepal & India

About Himalayan High Treks ( ...and why we're different)

 Himalayan High Treks began in 1988 as a vision for an alternative to large and commercial travel companies who often sub-contract a visitors experience to places and people unknown to the operator. Instead, Himalayan High Treks has first-hand and personal knowledge of every trail, site, point-of-interest and local staff member you encounter along your journey. Our organized treks are in the company of experienced group leaders from the United States and our independent trips can be guided by local, English-speaking guides who were born and live in the areas you travel. Our small size is our strength, affording us the flexibility to develop custom adventure itineraries with a close contact with the communities you will visit.
We have first-hand experience everywhere we go.



 Himalayan High Treks doesn't spend a lot of money on flashy ads and expensive promotions. That's not what you want to pay for! Many of our clients have trekked on several trips with us. They tell family and friends about their adventures and about our services. Our customers often come to us by 'word of mouth' and from personal recommendations from satisfied trek participants. When you sign-up for one of our trips, you do not pay a premium for a lot of corporate overhead or non-essential items. Instead, we strive to keep our prices affordable to everyone, while providing very personalized and experienced service.
We don't waste.



 We give back. Our trek leaders know each location on all our unique itineraries and have established relationships within each community. They know the local guides, owners of guest houses, sherpas, porters, horsemen and cooks. HHT founder Effie Fletcher says,
"We only present ten to twelve organized trips each year and I or another experienced group leader accompanies each group. It's close contact and interaction with the local people in each community that creates a lasting impression...on both sides! Communication and improving community employment is one small way we can 'give back' something tangible to the friendly and welcoming people of our host countries".







What Our Trekkers Have Said About Us!

Himalayan High Treks is a small, specialty travel company. We pay attention to details — details that matter to those who participate in our trips, ensuring they have the best and safest experience possible!

Not only do we plan out all trip logistics, we also personally consult with each participant to prepare them for their unique adventure.
We want everyone to have the memorable
and life–changing experiences we have enjoyed in these beautiful mountains in the company of these friendly and humble people.

Here are a few unsolicited comments from some of our Himalayan High Trekkers...



"I just want to say that almost every time we passed another group I was struck by how lucky we were to be with our group. Specific advantages: small group; knowledgeable and involved guides and staff; horses seemed better cared for; generally respectful of the environment."

Sid M. and Todd P. — Enfield, NH

Zanskar Ladakh 2007



"It was the world's best trek! Even a trip to the moon couldn't beat it. We were so glad for our guide Amber's hard work, patience, expertise, understanding and experience."

Dr. Joel A. and Lisa N. — Berkeley, CA

Custom Trek, Ladakh 2006



"HHT may not have the glossy brochures of the big outfits, but the personal support we received was great.
Food was a highlight — hard to believe how good it was
given the primitive and challenging conditions."

Tom & Jane M. — Portland, OR

Kanchenjunga Trek, Sikkim 2000



"It was really nice to have my questions answered so promptly by Effie herself. The food was incredible, the transportation excellent (I smile saying this, but considering the challenging road conditions, both the drivers and the vehicles WERE excellent). Our group leader, Gary was amazing. His calm presence no matter what the situation and his patience answering so many questions about Buddhism etc. made him really nice to be around. He is a wonderful guide!"

Mary H. — Boulder, CO

Mt. Kailas Trek, Tibet 2001



"Thank you for the amazing trek. It was, for sure, one of my life's greatest adventures. We were lucky to see the Dalai Lama and to go through many monasteries.
The beautiful mountains, the people and the organization were all good, but most of all I would like to say that without Gary (the trip leader) this trek would not be nearly as good as it was with him! His experience, calmness and knowledge are great. Gary is by far the best guide I have traveled with."

Shai D. — Upper Galilee, Israel

Custom Padum/Wanla, India 2005
Zanskar/Ladakh Trek, India 2003



"Our leader, Gary, was absolutely outstanding! He really made the experience so much more (richer, easier, more fun) than it would have been otherwise."

Catherine F. & Alan S. — Berkeley CA

Zanskar/Ladakh Trek, India 2005
Markha Valley Trek, India 2003

"Group leader, Priscilla and guide D.B. were excellent, knowledgeable, health and safety conscious, attentive to participants, and patient with problems.
I hope others appreciated how good the equipment, meals, transportation and itinerary were.
Perhaps one needs to have done a previous trip to Nepal to realize how good everything was on this trip!"

Bill F. — Livermore, CA

Everest Classic Trek
Nepal 2000



"The Pilgrimage was extraordinary.
Local guide Amber was a gem."

John E. — Boston, MA

Chasing Buddha Pilgrimage, Nepal & India 2006



"I had a fabulous trip. The guide was wonderful —
well educated in government, history etc.
Not one thing went wrong.
Hopefully, I'll pass on some business to you in the future."

Anna Marie Y. — Confluence, PA

Custom Bumthang Tour
Bhutan 2002



"The entire staff was superb.
They were one of the best parts of the trip.
An amazing but tiring trip!"

Lexy D. — New York, NY

Zanskar/Ladakh Trek, India 2001



"This was my second time with HHT (and group leader Marin). The trip again exceeded my expectations. The campsites were lovely. The food was tasty and they tried to offer variety. The runaway yaks should not have happened. However, the yak man made a Herculean effort to retrieve them and we all ended up okay."

Donna F. — Houston,TX

Cholmolhari Trek, Bhutan 2001
Everest Spring Trek, Nepal 1999



"It was the most magical magnificent trip I ever took!!
Also the hardest!"

Betty G. — Alameda, CA

Custom Kailas Trek, Tibet 2002



"It is an amazing part of the world. We were very fortunate with the weather - only got rained on once for about 20 minutes - and with illnesses/injuries (nothing major).
Gary (the trip leader) was fantastic and kept a very calm presence when we were being difficult.
Overall I think everyone enjoyed the trip....
I would absolutely venture there again.."

Rochelle T. — Vancouver, B.C. Canada

Zanskar/Ladakh Trek, India 2003



 
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