Ramesh Tamang, an experienced adventure guide with a deep love for exploring the natural world and sharing it with others. Ramesh grew up in the lower Everest region of the Himalayas, spending countless hours exploring the jungle, rivers, and mountains of his picturesque village. His passion for adventure and nature only grew stronger as he got older, and after finishing high school, he decided to pursue a career in trekking.

Starting as a porter, carrying equipment and supplies for hikers, Ramesh worked his way up to becoming a Trekking Guide. Over the years, he has gained valuable experience and knowledge by participating in various trekking and climbing adventures throughout the Himalayas. In 2014, he founded his own company called Community Trek, which offers high-quality services for people who are interested in exploring the outdoors in Nepal, Bhutan, and Tibet.

Ramesh is committed to advocating for sustainability and responsible tourism practices to preserve the natural beauty of the planet for future generations. As a skilled photographer, media specialist, and leader, he has developed these skills through various programs and experiences. As your adventure guide, he is dedicated to inspiring you to step out of your comfort zones and discover the beauty of the world around you.

“I believe that travel can be a powerful force for good, bringing people together and fostering greater understanding and appreciation of different cultures and ways of life.” – Ramesh

Ramesh believes that travel can be a powerful force for good, bringing people together and fostering greater understanding and appreciation of different cultures and ways of life. His diverse talents, passion for exploration, and commitment to making a positive impact make him a valued leader, adventurer, and advocate for the natural world. Join him on an unforgettable journey where you can discover the beauty of our planet while making a positive impact on the environment and the communities you encounter.

▼ Training:
▪ Trekking Guide from NATHAM
▪ Adventure Guide from ATTA
▪ Basic Ruck & Rescue from NMIA
▪ First Aid from WMA
▪ Photography

MAN RAJ was born to a Gorkha family in 1977, and grew up in a remote mountain village in the eastern Annapurna region. After completing school education, he tried to follow his father’s legacy to join the Gorkha Army, but destiny turned him in another direction.

He pursued his education, including a master’s Degree in business. He was connected to the tourism sector in 2007. It was and still is his passion to bring people closer to Nepal’s mountains and culture, so he started his job in the high mountain passes to know to learn more about the trails, and experience the weather, culture, flora fauna, etc.

In 2009, he joined Ker and Downey Nepal as a Tour and Trekking guide and worked there until 2016. He has led trekkers in various parts of Nepal, including the Khumbu valley/Everest region, Helambu Region, Langtang Region, Manaslu Region, Upper Mustang, and Annapurna Sanctuary, among others.

Man Raj Gurung’s love for the mountains and his desire to provide the best service to his customers led him to undertake various trainings, including Tourist Guide Training, Trekking Guide Training, Wilderness First Aid Training, Journalism and Photography Training for Trekking Guides, Bird Watching Tourism Training, Adventure Travel Guide Training, and various mountaineering courses. He has also successfully summited several peaks, including Mera Peak, Island Peak, Lobuche Peak, Kyazo Ri Peak, and Ama Dablam.

Besides his extensive experience and education, Man Raj Gurung is also a devoted practitioner of Buddhism. He completed a one-year Post Graduate Diploma in Buddhist Studies from Tribhuvan University and a Master’s in Buddhism & Himalayan Studies from Lumbini Buddhist University.

Overall, Man Raj Gurung’s dedication, passion, and expertise make him an ideal guide for anyone looking to explore Nepal’s stunning landscapes and cultures.

TRAININGS:

Tourist Guide Training 2009
Trekking Guide Training 2010
Advanced Wilderness First Aid Training 2010
Basic Journalism and Photography Training for Trekking Guides 2014
Bird Watching Tourism Training 2016
Adventure Travel Guide Training 2016
Introductory Rock Climbing Course 2017
Rock Climbing Course Level I 2018
Helicopter Marshall Course 2018
Basic Mountaineering Course 2018
Basic Mountain Navigation Course 2018
Basic Mountain Rescue Course 2018
High Mountain Rescue Course 2019
Avalanche Rescue Course 2019
Refreshment Training for Mountaineers 2019
Advance Mountaineering Course 2019-20

Nabin Moktan born in a Tamang family, one of the ethnic groups of Nepal, he became aware of the different cultural and religious rites and traits of his place and community and was quite shocked to observe some of the paradoxical religious activities of his own community. When he finished high school, he started to work in a Thangka painting studio as a sales person. At this point, he started to learn more and more about different religious aspects such as iconography. After a few years, he became an expert concerning Buddhist & Hindu iconography and some different traits of these cultures.

Curiosity and interest on the Buddhist culture raised in him and after many years working in this Thangka store, he could gather enough resources to start to study Buddhism, Buddhist Philosophy, more extensive and deep way. Therefore he joined the University in 2004 to study Buddhism and did 3 years bachelor degree in Buddhist Philosophy and history of Buddhist traditions.

He is now well versed in Buddhist philosophy and Buddhist cultural history and has good knowledge concerning eastern, western culture, religion and the ancient civilization developed in the Indian subcontinent.

Nabin Moktan knows that one will have the better understanding of Nepalese people, culture, and history only by having basic knowledge concerning the animist/shamanist belief systems and Hinduism and Buddhism as the backgrounds where the different cultures and beliefs have their roots.

His passion is to share his knowledge and we are honored to have such an outstanding cultural and spiritual guide in our ranks.

▼ Training:
▪ Cultural Tour Guide from NATHAM

Ongchhu Sherpa, originally from Solukhumbu, which is situated in the Lower Everest Region. He has been working in the trekking & expedition field for the last 14 years and it is easy to say that he enjoys every facet of his work. Passionate, joyful and full of resources

Ongchhu Sherpa has an extensive experience in mountaineering, he has submitted the top of the Everest more than 5 times. He has excellent communication skills, he can speak English, Tibetan, Sherpa, Nepali and Hindi and his qualifications reach a high level as he had various training in mountaineering, rescue & first aid.

▼ Training:
▪ Basic & Advance Mountaineering
▪ Trekking Guide
▪ First Aid

Doma Tamang has been associated with Community Trek since September 2015 as Corresponding Personal. She is the main bridge between Community Trek and its customers, her good communication skills are a real plus for the company.

She has immense interest in writing, reading, traveling, surfing the net and interacting with people in the quest for new opportunities for Community Trek. She believes life is a never ending learning process “take each day as a new challenge and new hope for life”. She is proud of being associated with the company and sees it as an opportunity to popularize our beautiful Himalayan country toward the rest of the world.