Know us as we are…
EncountersNepal is a close-knit, customer-friendly, warmly welcoming travel company based on Thamel, bustling tourist hub of Kathmandu, Nepal. Our service ranges from time-friendly Kathmandu sightseeing tours to lengthier mountain trekkings to extended peak climbing and expeditions. We operate all over Nepal from highland Himalayas to lowland Terai. We even organize travel to neighbouring lands of Tibet, Bhutan, Sikkim and other northern parts of India on par with your holiday in Nepal through our extensive travel connections.
Since 2004, we have existed as a successful, personalized company and have thrived in the tourism sector for more than 2 and half decades. Our precise location is Building 505, third floor, on Thamel Marg (near Narsing Chowk). You can readily follow Google Map and personally reach out to us. We are surrounded by bustling shops full of local handicrafts, textiles, jewelry, fragrance, and a variety of locally grown tea, coffee, and spices. Whether you are an amateur traveller with no prior experience or are an avid traveller with a clear roadmap of the adventure to experience in Nepal and neighbouring countries, we are here to assist you in all sorts of situation, providing valuable guidance and suggestions, as well as explore various appealing options and exciting possibilities in accordance to your needs and desire. You can get in contact with us through phone, email or Facebook or whatsapp, and acquire as much information as needed before your arrival in Kathmandu. If you have contacted us in advance, then we really look forward to personally welcoming you to Kathmandu and helping you craft a much-awaited, beautiful, memorable and possibly life changing Himalayan journey.
On the contrary to the small operation desk in Kathmandu, we are blessed with a large team of well-experienced, dedicated, friendly English-speaking guides, porters, and support staff. They are fully committed to escort you throughout your adventures, carrying the burden off your back, give you insight into the local customs and culture as well as point out features of interest along the way. Your health, safety and entertainment are their utmost priority throughout the journey. Our guides are adept in sensing whether you prefer to stay silent in your own thoughts and enjoy the surroundings as you trek or you love to chat with locals and fellow travelers to enrich your journey or you cherish bits of both! They will defer to your wishes with regard to personal communication during the journey. Many travellers believe that interacting with guides, porters, or locals is crucial in making their journey enriching, entertaining, and memorable. If so, do not hesitate to ask questions. Stop at scenic locations and enjoy a refreshing cup of tea, imbibe the scenery, and revitalize your energy. Hiking, sightseeing, tasting, local cuisines, experiencing local festivals and traditions, interacting with locals or fellow tourists, whatever is your “thing”, your holiday is guaranteed to be exotic and memorable.
Get in touch with our charismatic and congenial proprietor Mr. Rishi Nepal, who has over 2and half decades of experience in the travel industry. During his younger years, he worked as a guide (and porter) on all the major trekking routes in Nepal. He has travelled extensively within Nepal, neighbouring nations, and several destinations overseas. This endows him with great sensitivity to the varying desires and preferences of his guests. Clients are captivated by his eloquent charm and regards for all people he encounters with and are further inspired by his passion for travel. Rishi`s gentle sense of humor and warm hospitality put guests at ease immediately. The love for his country and pride in this culture reflects through his sincere discourse that delves you deeper into experiencing and embracing his land. Rishi founded EncountersNepal 23 years ago while he was in his youthful mid-20s, to encourage foreign nationals to gain first-hand experience of mesmerizing beauty and rich culture of Nepal. Above all, Rishi is a keen-listener and effective communicator, who earnestly provides you with the best of his capability, the kind of travel experience you are seeking for.
Encountering Nepal with Rishi`s highly-skilled and experienced team will lay the foundation of lifelong cherished memories and enduring love and respect for this welcoming, richly diversified, and peaceful nation.
