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Mustang to Lo Monthang - Nepal

Mustang, formerly the Kingdom of Lo, is a remote Tibetan region of medieval villages, ancient cave hermitages, Tibetan Buddhist monasteries, arid, high desert, wild rock formations and soaring snow peaks. Tashi Ghale, an award-winning Manangi photographer, is joining us for the journey through this majestic Himalayan kingdom.

18 May-7 June, 21 days -- expedition-style -- Kim Bannister & Tashi Ghale -- US$3480

2008 Indian Summer

Our Zanskar and Ladakh summer treks are some of the best there are!

The Great Himalayan Traverse - Ladakh & Spiti, India

From the high grazing domains of the Tibetan nomads of the Changtang to the Lush forested Parvati valley, this trek is a stunning kaleidoscope of landscapes and peoples as we journey across both the Great Himalayan Barrier and the Pir Panjal range.

7 June-1 July, 25 days -- expedition style -- Joel & Lobsang -- US$2780 -- filling

Ancient Trails of Ladakh & Zanskar - India

One of the 'Top Ten' treks in the world and a Project Himalaya classic with some exploratory twists. Join us for an exciting journey through this remote Tibetan region along ancient trade routes, through timeless villages and over high Himalayan passes. Includes the Hemis Festival.

14 June-13 July, 30 days -- expedition-style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$2980
Ancient Trails Zanskar: 14 June-4 July, 21 days -- US$2580
Ancient Trails Ladakh: 25 June-13 July, 20 days -- US$2580

High Passes of Zanskar - India

A journey through both time and space as we cross the Himalayan barrier into the remote Tibetan kingdom of Zanskar. with its beautiful villages and hilltop gompas, and then on over the rarely crossed Phirtse La - to the high pastures of Lahaul.

12 July-3 Aug, 23 days -- expedition style -- Joel & Lobsang -- US$2680

High Markha & Nomads Trek - Ladakh, India

One of Ladakh's jewels, a shorter trek in the midst of the Himalayas, with Ladakhi villagers working in their ripening barley fields, crumbling fortresses and ancient Tibetan monasteries. To top it off, we cross a high pass to the spectacular, high Tibetan plateau, where nomads, yaks and pashmina goats camp in their yak-hair tents.

19 July-7 Aug, 20 days -- expedition-style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$2580

Nomads & Caravans of the Changtang - Ladakh, India

Tibetan caravans have journeyed these routes for a millennium, crossing Himalayan passes, fording rivers, setting up camp on the high Tibetan plateau, and trading in remote Ladakhi villages. This timeless, spectacular journey through the nomadic lake regions of the southern Silk Route is deservedly a Project Himalaya classic, one of our most popular treks.

19 July-18 Aug, 31 days -- expedition-style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$3180

Hidden Ladakh *introductory

A Himalayan kaleidoscope - the timeless Buddhist sites of the Indus valley, then the ancient village of Alchi before a very special trek through villages rarely visited by trekkers - this trek is designed with the first timer in mind, with special attention to acclimatizing to altitude - and India!

9-25 Aug, 17 days -- expedition style -- Joel & Lobsang -- US$1980

Remote Ladakh & Suru Valley - India *exploratory

Ladakh, the land of high passes, cliff-side monasteries and white-washed villages is the setting for our late-summer 'harvest' trek. Heading south to Zanskar through the canyons of Bear Valley, we end the journey via a spectacular exploratory route to the 'Central Asian' Suru Valley and Tibetan Rangdum Gompa.

23 Aug-19 Sept, 28 days -- expedition-style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$3180
23 Aug-8 Sept, 17 days -- expedition-style --Kim & Lhakpa -- US$2480

Across the Great Himalayan Divide - India

The tranquil beauty of the Lahauli Miyar Valley with its alpine campsites leads us to the more savage beauty of the Miyar Glacier which we follow to the magnificent snowfields and spectacular panoramas of the Kang La - from where we descend to the warmth and beauty of our favorite kingdom in the sky, Zanskar. An unforgettable and truly Himalayan passage.

31 Aug-24 Sept, 25 days -- expedition-style -- Joel & Lobsang -- US$2850

2008 Nepal Autumn

The west is open again, we explore while we can; and in the east North Sikkim has just opened.
We explore off the beaten track at the best time of the year, while popular trails sag under weight of trekkers.

Limi and Kailash Magic *friends

Thought by some to be the fabled Shangri-la, we explore the remote Limi Valley then trek around Kailash, possibly cleansing the sins of a lifetime. For select previous trekkers only.

31 Aug-27 Sept, 28 days -- expedition-style -- Jamie -- US$4400 -- almost full

Thinley's Dolpo & Shey Phoksumdo Trek - Nepal *exploratory

The mystique of remote 'inner' Dolpo, closed to foreigners for decades and still culturally Tibetan, has been enhanced by Matthiessen's 'The Snow Leopard' and the movie 'Himalaya'. Crossing the Kangmara La, we trek to the fabled Shey Gompa, Phoksumdo Lake and Dho Tarap, where the inhabitants still trade along the old salt routes. Explore this hidden land with us!

28 Sept-29/30 Oct, 32/33 days -- expedition-style -- Kim & Lhakpa -- US$4480 -- filling

The Land Beyond: Api Saipal - West Nepal *exploratory

We trek off the map, exploring Nepal's almost forgotten far west to the base camp of Api (7132m). There may be logistical challenges and the poverty is shocking; for adventurous, Nepal-experienced trekkers only.

6 Oct-2 Nov, 24 days -- expedition-style -- Wanda Vivequin -- US$2980? -- filling

Abode of the Gods 1: Kinnaur Kailash

We return to the summer abode of Shiva, Kinnaur Kailash, crossing two passes through remote valleys that have witnessed generations of explorers and pilgrims en route to Tibet, through forests redolent with autumn colors to the high places of Asia.

3-23 Oct, 21 days -- expedition style -- Joel & Lobsang -- US$2650
Combined with Nanda Devi below US$4700

Abode of the Gods 2: Nanda Devi Pilgrimage

A classic autumn trek to the base of Nanda Devi, a name of myth and magic. We visit the old trading towns of the Johar valley and trek the demanding route to Nanda Devi east base camp, a beautiful and rarely visited high mountain sanctuary.

25 Oct-14 Nov, 21 days -- expedition style -- Joel & Lobsang -- US$2250

Everest High Passes Trek - Nepal

The best - virtually all - of the Everest region; we cross the Cho La and the Renjo La, explore the spectacular Gokyo lakes region, climb Gokyo Ri and Kala Pattar, visit Everest Base Camp, Chukhung, and more, relaxing in cozy Sherpa lodges en route.

8 Nov-3 Dec, 26 days -- teahouse trekking -- Kim Bannister -- US$2480 -- full?

Kanchenjunga - Green Lake Sikkim *exploratory

A challenging traverse of North Sikkim to the Zemu glacier and the base of Kanchenjunga, and then on to the remote Monastery of Tholung; a little known route of incredible beauty bursting with Himalayan history and culture.

15 Nov-11 Dec, 27 days -- expedition style -- Joel & Tega -- US$3600

Kanchenjunga Adventure - Nepal

From the green lush lowlands to the incredible highs of Kanchenjunga Base camp and a remote trading pass to Tibet, our late autumn visit to this stunning region has extra time for exploration around Lhonak. Details to come.

17 Nov-11 Dec, 25 days -- expedition-style -- Dave Haun & Pema Sherpa -- US$2650

Kanchenjunga Christmas - Sikkim, India

Book early for this wonderful combination of Himalayan panoramas and Raj era Luxury, the splendor of the Imperial Hotel to the Goecha La trek and its spectacular views of Kanchenjunga. We return for Christmas at the Windamere in Darjeeling with the best of Himalayan and history guides, Joel.

13-27 Dec, 15 days -- expedition-style -- Joel & Tega -- US$2950

Arun Valley & Everest Gokyo Lakes Christmas Trek - Nepal

A rustic Arun-Tumlingtar start for this eastern middle hills village trek to the Solu-Khumbu. Optionally, join us in Lukla for the Christmas & New Year trek to Gokyo, a feast of mountains, turquoise lakes, glacial valleys and Sherpa villages.

Arun Valley & Gokyo Lakes: 7 Dec-2 Jan, 27 days -- teahouse trekking -- Kim Bannister -- US$2680
Gokyo Lakes: 16 Dec-2 Jan, 17 days -- teahouse trekking -- Kim Bannister -- US$2180

2009

Just a taster! Details to come later.

Ice walk; The Chadar Expedition

The most challenging and exciting trek on our planet - once again we take to the frozen Zanskar river on the route taken by centuries of traders.

16 Jan-10 Feb, 26 days -- expedition style -- Joel & Lobsang -- US$3650

Annapurna Views Trek - Nepal

A classic tea-house (lodge) trek through the terraced valleys and traditional villages of Nepal's middle-hills, with spectacular panoramas of the Annapurnas and near-by snow-peaks from Poon Hill (among many spots), all in just over two weeks.

14-26 Feb, 13 days -- teahouse trekking -- Kim Bannister -- US$1880
With Chitwan Wildlife & Raft Extension -- 14 Feb-3 March, 18 days -- US$2280

Everest Gokyo Lakes & Renjo La Trek - Nepal

Trek our favorite part of the Khumbu, the Gokyo Lakes region, an idyllic valley of peaks, Everest views and glacial moraines. The highlight is the Renjo La pass to the traditional Thame valley, relaxing in cozy Sherpa lodges en route. Crowd-free, blue skies!

5-22 March, 18 days -- teahouse trekking -- Kim Bannister -- US$2280
With Chitwan Wildlife & Raft Extension -- 5 Feb-26 March, 22 days -- US$2680

Annapurnas & Tilicho Lake Trek - Nepal

Perhaps Nepal's most diverse trekking region, the Annapurnas offer spectacular mountain views, traditional middle-hills, Manang & Mustang villages, remote trails including the Tilicho Lake extension, the 5400m Thorung La pass and wonderful lodges en route.

29 Mar-17 April, 20 days -- teahouse trekking -- Kim Bannister -- US$2280
With Chitwan Raft & Wildlife Extension -- 29 March-22 April, 25 days -- US$2680

High Manaslu to Mustang - Nepal

For ethnic diversity, mountain scenery, high passes, and remote trekking, this trek is hard to beat; starting in historic Gorkha, we trek the high route through Manaslu's Tibetan regions over the Larkya La to ethnically-Tibetan Manang and lower Mustang; a timeless and spectacular journey through Nepal's terraced middle hills and high, arid border regions.

25 Apr-23 May, 29 days -- expedition-style and teahouse -- Kim Bannister -- US$3280
High Manaslu: 25 April-18 May, 24 days -- US$2680

Humla (Limi) Saga Dawa & Kailash Trek - Nepal & Tibet

A once-in-a lifetime trek starting with the colorful Saga Dawa festival in Humla. We trek the remote Limi Valley route to the Tibet border, complete the spectacular Kailash kora and finish with a jeep safari back to Lhasa, a journey sure to cleanse of all sins!

31 May-28 June, 29 days -- expedition-style -- Kim Bannister -- US$???0

In Kim's Footsteps; the Hindustan Tibet highway

A gentle adventure as we follow the old Hindustan Tibet highway through the forests of Kinnaur. Kim of Kipling, that is.

Zanskar Magic *friends

If you haven't traversed Zanskar, you must! Our variation avoids roads. Itinerary to come.

26 July-22 Aug 28 days -- expedition style -- Jamie -- US$2580?

Markha Magic *friends

Ladakh's classic Markha valley with a little extra, then that inspiring drive to Manali.

23 Aug-9 Sept, 18 days -- expedition style -- Jamie -- US$1980?
Dharmasala finish: 23 Aug-13 Sept, 22 days

Arunachal Pradesh; the last frontier

Joel takes a small group to explore this hidden kingdom.

Amdo & Kham Adventures - Tibet

Kim has been planning to run treks in Amdo, Kham and NW Tibet for years; 2009 is for sure!

Kanchenjunga Sikkim; the Zemu & Green Lake route

At last the time to introduce our trekkers to this stunning approach to Kanchenjunga.

Manaslu Classic - Nepal Fall

Joel's return to Manaslu on the classic route.

Kanchen Gola Wild *Exploratory - Nepal Fall

The 7th (!) and probably last 42 day Kanchenjunga special, we trek the Milke Danda to Topke Gola and Olangchung Gola (double Gola!) on that trail that has eluded us twice, check out Kanchenjunga North Base Camp and might even photo-hunt snow leopard.

18 Oct-28 Nov? 42 days -- expedition style -- Jamie McGuinness -- US$2950?

Prices are ex-Kathmandu or ex-Delhi etc, ie you have to buy your international flight tickets.

Dates are the date you must arrive in Kathmandu/Delhi and the date you are free to fly out of Kathmandu/Delhi. You can of course arrive earlier or leave later.

Minimums For many trips the minimum number that we run the trip with is three trekkers. All treks normally run.

Previous trekkers and people who book two major trips in a row get a 5% discount, providing there are at least four bookings. In general for Tibet trips there is no previous trekker discount.

Caring for our staff We have great staff, and we really care about them, as they care for us. Our Nepal porters are fully kitted out for high altitude treks following the letter and spirit of the IPPG guidelines.

Tipping our crew is optional, but allow approx 5% of the trip cost as a guideline. The western guides don't take tips.

Teahouse trekking means staying in local lodges; Nepal only. All trekking accommodation, and all meals and hot drinks are included. Alcohol, mineral water, soft drinks, snacks and toilet paper not included. Porters/yaks carry your personal gear leaving you with a daypack.

Expedition-style trekking means sleeping in tents. A cook and helpers cater for us with 3 course meals and post-trek snacks, and porters/yaks/ponies carry the lot organized by a sirdar. You trek with a daypack. Couples share a roomy tent, everyone else gets a single roomy tent.

All treks include airport transfers, sightseeing, hotels and guesthouses. City and town meals not included.

*Exploratory treks The golden age of exploration dead? Never! These are a set of 'back of an envelope' treks that would warm Tilman's heart. There is nobody else on the planet who organizes treks quite like this. They are rough, demanding and wild; a positive, can-do attitude and smile required.

*Friends treks for previous trekkers and their friends only.

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