Who we are?

We, HIMALAYA TREKKERS (HT), are aΒ professional tour operator focusing on trekking to the Indian Himalayas. Simply put, you can think of us as a registered tour travel operator that runs treks with its own logistics, equipment, and staff from different bases in the Himalayas.

Although we are a small tour operator in terms of numbers, we cover a considerable length of the Indian Himalayas, spanning its breadth. We take more or less one thousand people per year on the mountains and have never competed for being the largest, biggest, or perhaps greatest! To cater to the wide Himalayas from east to west and run it efficiently, we have some staff employees, longtime freelancers, and a few trusted partners in the Himalayas. All are professional people and fairly experienced in their jobs. Regarding the term β€œpartners”, they are not like just our vendors, and neither are things being outsourced. As a matter of fact, we are friends who share logistics and expertise to form Team HT.

We pitch in:

  • Suggesting the trek(s) as per your preferred time, season, or dates while considering your experience or any other preferences, important trek route information that you are looking for, planning and preparation required for your trek, and helping in travel arrangements prior to the trek. Then,
  • Arrange your trek safely with our top-notch support team.

Today, with the experience of 12 years running as a Tour Operator, HIMALAYA TREKKERS (HT) operates on more than 50 different routes, covering the major regions of the Indian Himalayas (it is almost 2500 Km in length). We thrive on:

Conducting environmentally cleaner treks – We call them β€˜Green’.
Using quality equipment that is perfectly suited for the trek.
Best in class support staff across the Himalayas accompanying you on your journey
Providing equal care and attention to all members – Proportionate support staff
Having nutritious food and meals along the way.
Most importantly, enjoying the rendezvous with the β€˜big guys’ (read Himalayas) πŸ™‚

Here we are

Meet the Team HT

The core and heart of our team are our Trek Guides (often people recognise them as Trek Leaders although we don’t call them so) and the ground support staff. Quite naturally, they are locals and were raised in the remote parts of the Himalayas. We have selectively chosen our support team over the years to make your journey enjoyable and safe.

Sikkim, Darjeeling and Kalimpong:

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Uttarakhand (Garhwal & Kumaon):

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Himachal Pradesh:

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Senior-Trekking-Guide-from Manali-15 years of on-the-ground experience-himachal-pradesh-treks-lahaul-spiti-treks-homestay treks-cultural-walks

Kashmir Valley:

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Rock & Alpine Climbing:

We are Nibbi-Jibbi (Korak & Spandan), twin brothers passionate about climbing and Mountaineering. Here we would like to introduce our wonderful and adventurous experience of exploring all the different facets of climbing, from boulders to big walls. The vision is to climb in a low-impact, minimalist style.

Teaching various aspects of rock climbing is what we do professionally. After climbing for over a decade, we are now based in Himachal Pradesh, working as climbing guides and instructors.

Most recently, we have been working on developing world-class climbing areas with the world’s top climbers across the Indian Himalayas. We believe that our experience of climbing at a high level (Sport 8b+ Boulder 8A) will provide great help for you to get better at climbing techniques and enjoy climbing as a whole.

Our important Himalayan ascents in recent years:

SHILAJIT 8b+/5.14a, a famous sport climb in Rakchham
MAHALAYA 6a+ trad expo 550m FA, Zanskar
Brick in the wall: SD Fb 8A, Rakchham
Toro Peak, ascent of the east face, probably following the Polish line Β β€˜β€get up in the morning,” 5.8 , 400m, Miyar valley
Bouldering and multipitch climbing at Chhatru and Chhotadhara

Finally, we have been with HT from the beginning and now extend our offerings through the Rock Climbing programme in Manali and Himachal Pradesh and are also available for your customised training plan (practical hands-on and online).

Bouldering, Climbing and Alpinism
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Planning & Support (Office Team):

Last but not the least :). We have an equally experienced and very small team back in Kolkata, front-facing with you, essentially the backend team. We are the people with whom you will talk and exchange emails to learn about your adventure. We have physically been to almost all the treks that are published on the website. On many popular trails in different seasons, time and again over the years. This helps us assess a route over time or an area in general and enables us to inform you accordingly for smooth execution.

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From the founder on the background and incubation of HT

Since the early years of this millennium, since our college days, we have started trekking with friends and amateur clubs. Our early forays into the mighty Himalayas started with Sandakphu, Dzongri-Goecha La, and other places in the eastern Himalayas. As the enthusiasm picked up and our love for the Himalayas started growing out of proportion, we also began venturing into Himachal Pradesh, Kumaon, Garhwal, and Ladakh. After visiting some difficult-to-arrange treks, the first seed of desire to take this up as a profession was planted, especially because it started getting more and more difficult to come back to the mountains with the increased hassle of logistics to work it out independently. At the same time, working in a formal corporate environment was also getting harder. Finally, the moment came when I was confident enough to take on this challenge and was happy to give up a career in the software industry and get into this realm by starting HT in June 2010.

During our days as amateur trekkers, the thing that struck us the most was that, on the one hand, treks were either done by a bunch of enthusiastic individuals (like us) or organised by local clubs and led by what we called β€˜hardcore’ trekkers. In both cases, it invariably meant using worn-out tents and sleeping bags, having meagre and bland meals, and finding guides who were often incompetent. These trips were treated more as accomplishments than as realising the sense of adventure, awe, and togetherness that the mountains evoke.

For us, it was always about soaking in the mind-numbing beauty and enjoying the sheer grandness of the abode of the gods, and the success of the trek lay in completing the trek as a team.

On the other hand, there were agencies that offered fantastic facilities at equally fantastic prices and took herds of people as part of their package deals. Over 30 people and a disproportionate number of support staff would mean much less attention to individual needs and near zero flexibility during the trek.

What we also found appalling was the scant respect that seemed to exist for the mountainsβ€”any camping ground or trail would be strewn with plastic wrappers, packets, bottles, and containers, including tin cans and glass bottles and jars.

There was also this aura built around β€˜trekking’, as if it were the hallowed turf of a few and not the much larger population of nature lovers. We felt differently. For us, this brief escape from civilization and mobile networks was an addiction that was difficult to shake off. We felt that it must be the same for countless others too. Trekking is not the same as mountaineering expeditions or rock climbing, which indeed require a lot of technical skills; at the end of the day, you need to walk. So, it all began…

Read our reviews on Google

4.8
Based on 277 reviews
  • I booked the 'Ali Bedni Bugyal Trek' with Himalaya Trekkers in October 2023. It was my first time trekking through the week and it turned out to be one of the best decisions I have have taken. Not only did they have a wonderful itinerary and the sweetest ground staff,... read more

    Tanya SA Avatar Tanya SA
    2 November 2023

    It was amazing experience with Ram and his team! Ram was so supportive, Samir is the best cook, the yak man was always happy and Deppen and Lobzang are very polite and helpful. They are born for this job it seems like - they made the harsh mountain feel good,... read more

    Diana Mustaeva Avatar Diana Mustaeva
    16 April 2025
  • FROM MITA, ABHIJIT , AMITABH, SHIVASHISH HT Ali Bedni Bugyal trek, May 2024. We are extremely happy indeed for the entire services we got. Excellent co-ordination from Head Office and similarly excellent site support team and services. Food was awesome. Most importantly, each and every interface of this complicated... read more

    S Paul Avatar S Paul
    2 June 2024

    We had booked Sandakphu trek through Himalaya trekkers in April 23 . We had a lovely trek . Himalaya trekkers had given us a good idea about what we were to expect during the trek ...homestays..weather conditions etc . Our guide was very good ..motivated us and really took good... read more

    Vaishali Shirodkar Avatar Vaishali Shirodkar
    2 September 2023
  • Very well planned and organized treks. Went to Ali Bedni Bugyal with Himalaya Trekkers. Rhik is very quick to respond to any queries. Sapta is great at coordination. Good guest houses at Lohajung and Dedni. Camping gear, Tents, Sleeping Bags were of excellent quality, clean and well maintained. Dev Singh... read more

    yago diaries Avatar yago diaries
    2 September 2022

    I had an amazing experience with trek the Himalayas for the Valley of flowers trek. Sardul was an amazing trek leader, prompt, warm and careful. We had an amazing experience and hope I get to a trek soon again.

    swati mohata Avatar swati mohata
    19 August 2024
  • We had a great short trek with Himalaya Trekkers up to Bajre Dara over the course of 3 days. Ram, our guide, and his team were brilliant every step of the way, providing everything from local knowledge to a seemingly endless supply of great food and snacks. Everything was meticulously... read more

    Huw John Avatar Huw John
    2 March 2024

    This trek has so much to offer you, not just views but so many experiences. This was my first solo trek. I was very anxious about the whole thing but I also didn’t want to back out. Saptarshi was kind enough to help me get out of this indecisive phase.... read more

    Sanskriti Tripathi Avatar Sanskriti Tripathi
    2 September 2022
  • Hello, Really great experience with your company again. Awesome hospitality. Safety was well taken care of. This my second trek with HT, both the times it has just been amazing.guides in both were just top notch. Dev singh The guide in the ali bedni trek was just too good. Food... read more

    Daksh Nahar Avatar Daksh Nahar
    2 September 2023

    Had a very amazing 5D4N hike Bajre Dara trek organized by Himalaya Trekkers. Sapta from HT was very patient, understanding and helpful in terms of pre-trip planning. Our local guide - Bhaichung -- was super friendly, and took great care of us during the hikes. He made sure all of... read more

    Edwin Yeo Avatar Edwin Yeo
    2 September 2023
  • I was with HT at the Goecha La pass in November 2019. Great organization, wonderful People and a beautiful Route. Very good Guides, delicious Food, amazing Views. It was my first such a high Trip and from the beginning I felt good and safe there and if I ever go... read more

    sibbna Avatar sibbna
    2 September 2020

    I had a great time with Himalaya Trekkers team for a 6 day trekking! As I have no experience in hiking and trekking before , I m so worried about the trip at the beginning! We love the time to spend with our Trek guide Arpan in these 6... read more

    proma hossain Avatar proma hossain
    2 January 2024
  • Bajre Dara Trekking . It's been a wonderful experience for us. The team was well-coordinated and always ready to help. They provided up-to-the-mark services like a tent, sleeping bag, guidance, and help during trekking. I must say about the food - such varied, delicious food is beyond our expectations. Guide RAM is a... read more

    Krish Kanjilal Avatar Krish Kanjilal
    6 January 2025

    Himalayan Trekkers is a fantastic tour operator that I highly recommend. They had provided an experienced and knowledgeable guide who will take you on the adventure of a lifetime. The treks are well-organized and the food is delicious. I especially appreciated the company's commitment to sustainability and ethical tourism. In short,... read more

    Parthajit Roy Avatar Parthajit Roy
    4 November 2023
  • Had the most incredible experience on the Monastery trek with our guide Bhai. I went on a 4 day trek with my dad and we were looked after so well. The views were incredible and all the homestays we stayed in were amazing- food so delicious, people so friendly and... read more

    Claire Doyle Avatar Claire Doyle
    2 July 2024

    My friend and I had a fantastic time trekking to Goche-la with Himalayan Trekkers. The HT team was pro-active with planning our trip and responsive to any questions that came up prior to our arrival. Hats off to Sapta, Ram and Bob who made sure we had a great time.... read more

    Alexander O'Neill Avatar Alexander O'Neill
    2 December 2023
  • I had a great experience with the HT team, doing the Goecha La trek in November. Our trek leader Ram was wonderful, he made us all feel very comfortable and safe during the 8 days of trekking with his in-depth knowledge of the area/terrain, his kindness and humour. The food... read more

    J Steeves Avatar J Steeves
    2 February 2024

    Looks like, google does not allow multiple reviews,so, extending my previous review. We had 3 trips with them till now and looking for many more to come. 2024 : Had gone for Ali-Bedini Bugyal trek with HT end of March 2024. We had a private group of 7, including... read more

    Kousik Chatterjee Avatar Kousik Chatterjee
    2 May 2024
  • First of all, my partner and I loved every employee and team member who was part of (organizing) this trek! They provided us with everything we needed and much more. Took our wishes into account and you can really tell they wanted to provide us with the best experience... read more

    Bastiaan v Baardwijk Avatar Bastiaan v Baardwijk
    2 September 2023

    This is one of the amazing trekking experiences on KGL with Himalaya Trekkers. Take it Trek leader, guides, kitchen staff, mules & horses staff everyone was so great and they made sure we group had life time experience. Particular with time, mouth watering food(many times had over eaten), mountain... read more

    Ravikant Mishra Avatar Ravikant Mishra
    2 September 2023