Reviews

I have been trekking many times in Nepal since 1994. For the first time, Norsang was our guide for the Kanchenjunga trek in 2004, a difficult trek that could be done only as a camping trek at this time. Norsang was a very competent guide, organizing everything perfectly: Airplane tickets, permits, trekking staff, food, tents etc. Since then, it was clear to me that Norsang would be “the” guide for our future treks. So we went later to Dolpo in 2009 with Norsang, then around Manaslu in 2013 with his brother Sanjay. This year (November 2019), my wife and I decided to go trekking in the Upper Mustang. Naturally, we asked again Norsang to organize the trek. I had specific requirements because I wanted absolutely to keep away from the motor road that runs along the Kali Gandaki. Norsang proposed a fantastic itinerary, with breathtaking views of canyons, Annapurna, Nilgiri, and Dhaulagiri. He was very well organized, very patient when we were slow, chose carefully the places where we stayed. I definitely recommend Norsang to anybody going trekking in Nepal. He has a vast experience in all trekking areas, has great contacts in the local population. He is 100% reliable, his quotes are perfectly clear, as well as what is included and what is not, there are no surprises as far as the cost of the trek. And his fees are very reasonable.

No question: Norsang is a five-star guide. Lucky you if you go trekking with him, you’ll have a fantastic experience wherever he takes you to.

This September we completed the Three Passes Trek with the guide Norsang from High Camp Trekking. We are two friends of twentysomething years old who absolutely loved the adventure and would definitely repeat the experience in a few years time, even though the trek was strenuous.

Norsang was a perfect guide, he not only provided us with expert guidance of the trek, altitude advice and acclimatisation training, but he also took good care of us during the trekking hours and after at the teahouses. His professionalism and knowledge made the journey fautless and enriched our experience. Norsang was always willing to answer all of our questions about the culture, religion, politics, flora, fauna, trekkings, mountains of the area, and so on. He also was our personal photographer, taking really great shots!!

Through the trek he did a great job setting a comfortable pace that allowed us to complete the trek perfectly. We always felt extremely safe and we enjoyed being able to stop and rest when needed. He watched us and gave us advice of how to get downhill when the terrain was a bit slippery or icy. During the acclimatisation days, following Norsang planning, instead of stopping at low altitudes, as other people did, we trekked to higher elevations which really helped us to be successful and not to have any symptoms of altitude sickness at all.

Were if not for Norsang guidance, we wouldn’t have been able to complete the trek due to the challenging and toughness of passes and the difficulty of finding the Three Pass path. We also had a flight cancellation the first day we attempted to fly to Lukla and Norsang arranged everything for the next day. The teahouses were we stayed and that were chosen by Norsang were great and comfortable. Trekking with High Camp Trekking allowed us to enjoy ourselves and not to worry about logistics during the whole trek.

Finally, the communication with Norsang before the trek was prompt and thorough. He sent us lots of useful information before the trip. He speaks in fluent English with a clear accent, which allowed us to communicate and establish a friendly relationship.

If you have any questions about our experience, please do not hesitate to contact us. If you are considering a trek in Nepal, we highly recommend Norsang and High Camp Trekking!

We just completed a 12 day Annapurna Circuit Trek with Norsang and the team from High Camp Trekking. We Are a family of 6 including three teenagers and we all absolutely loved the adventure and would highly recommend Norsang’s team to anyone including our closest friends.

Norsang always had our safety front of mind and provided expert guidance on altitude training and acclimatisation. We always felt we were in safe hands.
Norsang’s professionalism, knowledge of the area and local culture is second to none and he was always able to answer every question asked. Nothing was ever a bother or a hassle with Norsang.

His communication and advice in the planning of the trek could not have been better and everything went perfectly to plan. He was able to tailor the trek exactly to our needs and to suit the time we had available.

Norsang and his team also had a great sense of humour and we all had a lot of laughs and great times along the way. I do not believe you could find a better trekking company than Norsang and his team and would highly recommend them for your next trek in Nepal!!

This review will not be able to do our experience justice – we had such an incredible time and Norsang and the team at High Camp Trekking deserve all the credit!

From the minute I began researching various companies, Norsang’s prompt and thorough communication stood out above the rest. Norsang easily answered all my questions and was very thorough in the planning, pricing, and details of the trek. Norsang helped us feel prepared and ready to head to Nepal. Our family has not done much trekking so Norsang’s planning and communication made us feel much better about doing such a long trek!

Once we arrived in Nepal, Norsang went above and beyond throughout our entire time with him! He provided wonderful and thorough briefings before the trek and each night during the trek. He answered our questions about the various ethnic groups in Nepal, Nepalese culture, and climbing/trekking. We learned so much about the region and the cultures and it made the experience so much richer!

During the trek, we had acclimatization days where we did hikes to “trek high sleep low.” We often saw other groups stopping and we continued up to higher elevations on these treks. It was so helpful and I think Norsang’s planning in this really helped us to be successful and not have symptoms of altitude sickness as we ascended. On the Namche acclimatization day, we were lucky enough to visit some local villages and it was such an interesting experience.

Our group consisted of 5 people (ages 21-56) with varying ability levels and Norsang did a great job allowing us to go at different paces but still be together. Having Bire as an assistant guide was very helpful in this aspect! Norsang helped us and was careful to watch us on some of the downhills as it can get a bit slippery with the dust. We always felt extremely safe and taken care of during the trek. We also enjoyed that we were able to stop and rest (or have a snack!) as needed or take extra photos. We never felt rushed at all!

Norsang and his team took such good care of us at the teahouses (always serving us, making sure the food/drinks were okay, meeting any needs we had). Norsang and his team (assistant guide Bire and two porters) were extremely polite and considerate. They were also very friendly and we felt so lucky to have Norsang and his team! We felt like we were really able to get to know them and it definitely enriched our experience during the trek.

In addition to the wonderful service provided by Norsang and his team, the trek itself was wonderful! The scenery is unbelievable and continually amazed us! We went in late May early June and had maybe two days of rain or sprinkling in the afternoon but otherwise we had great weather!

If you have any questions about our experience, please do not hesitate to reach out. We LOVED our time with Norsang and High Camp Trekking and if we ever get the opportunity to visit Nepal in the future, we will definitely plan another trek with them!

We just returned from a 12 day trek to Everest Base Camp with Norsang Lama from High Camp Trekking. We had an incredible experience and I highly recommend Norsang and High Camp Trekking. Norsang is careful with the planning and scheduling so that you have time and treks to acclimate to the the altitude, which is very important if you want to be successful and reach EBC. We joked about all the things that Norsang did for us to make our trip a success and incredible once-in-a-lifetime experience, and started making a list.
Not only was he a competent guide, but also served as:
– Teacher
– Server/waiter
– Psychologist
– Lab Tech – checking our blood oxygen levels
– Cheerleader
– Photographer
– Comedian
– Mentor
– Businessman / Manager
– Climber
– Nutritionist
– Naturalist
– Stove Tender
Norsang, and his assistant guide/porter, went out of their way to serve us, always looking out for our needs and our best interests. They are men of integrity and strength. The trip was well organized and communication was prompt and thorough. If you are considering a trek in Nepal, I highly recommend Norsang and High Camp Trekking!