Our proprietor Mr. Rishi Nepal is a pioneer in the tourism industry and has successfully established Encounters Nepal as a well-trusted and highly-ranked travel company. This is possible because of his extreme passion, dedication and commitment to promoting Nepal and uplifting his people.
Rishi grew up in the remote mountains Dhading Phulkharka, where life was full of hardship hat fostered great resilience. Being a part of a large peasant family, overcoming and evolving from challenges shaped him into a persistent, warm-hearted, and charismatic individual.
Rishi`s psyche is inextricably attached to his land and people which drives all his passion and ventures. He is an active-member of award-winning environment friendly institution KEEP (Kathmandu Environmental Education Project) over a decade and currently serves as a treasurer of this prestigious organization. He is highly committed towards protection of his homeland and extensively focuses on removal of all rubbish generated by his group on all the trekking areas, so that the environment remains serene and appealing as before. He is seriously concerned about the quality and safety of drinking water in the mountainous region, and gladly assists you with all procedures of water purification during the trek.
Rishi is dedicated to the fair remuneration and working conditions of all guides, porters, and other staff he engages with, making him Popular employer. Rishi employs service-oriented people who genuinely love their work, and those who prioritise client safety and satisfaction . Rishi has been an active member of TAAN (Trekking Agencies`Association of Nepal) for over two decades. He is well-informed and updated on all the policies and procedures that elevate trekker comfort, pleasure and welfare. He is aware of all possible challenges and demands of major trekking routes and effortlessly provides suggestions in accordance with clients interests, fitness level, andtime constraints.
Rishi full-support in his village school in Phulkarka, where he received his primary education and has also served various executive roles in the student alumni club association. He is a chairman of a prominent school in a Kathmandu suburb .Rishi plays a pro-active role in the Phulkarka Welfare Society and has assisted in the development of infrastructure the area. Phulkarka was devastated in the catastrophic earthquake of April 2015 and has significantly recovered and regenerated over the years. In the immediate wake of the disaster and the pandemic, Rishi gave generously to help his society and country recover. Rishi is also an active member of Lion-s Club International .
Rishi has played a leading role in establishing homestay services in Phulkarka. Recently, he has opened the Stupa View Inn, which offers comfortable yet affordable accommodation in the vicinity of the Swayambhunath Stupa.
Meet Rishi Nepal, founder of Encounters Nepal. A professional guide with 25+ years of experience, he specializes in safe, ethical, and expert-led treks in Nepal.
