Tony Day, British
Upper Mustang 2004, Annapurna Circuit – 2006, Everest Circuit 2007, Gokyo Rinjo Pass Trek - Oct 2008

With the help of Mountain Monarch, my wife and I, 59 and 57, completed the Annapurna Circuit trek in Nov 2008. The scenery was spectacular, the cultures fascinating. Mountain Monarch was wonderful. Our guide Gyanendra and Phurba were true professional but ended up being our family. From brining tea first thing in the morning, to taking care of minor first aid, to monitoring food preparation, they took care of us every step. They shared their culture, religion and beliefs, pointed out things of interest and entertained us. If there was a hazard on the trail, they were right at our elbow to assist if need be. I miss their companionship. Our porters were amazing. Big loads, steep hills, and always a smile on their faces. I was impressed that Mountain Monarch ensured that they had all the equipments they needed to keep them safe and warm. Pradip kept in contact with us from beginning to end, answering our questions and insuring that our needs were meet. He took us on our unforgettable tour of Kathmandu.

I initially was impressed with Mountain Monarch’s website, the feedback, the endorsement for Lonely Planed. I was probably most impressed with how reasonable their prices were, but I was a little worried that the prices were too good. No need for worry. We stayed in the same quality of rooms and ate the same quality of food and received the same if not the better guide service than those trekkers on the same route that were paying 2 -3 times as much.

I wholeheartedly endorse Mountain Monarch. If I am ever fortunate enough to return to Nepal, I will look no furthers. Thank you Mountain Monarch for the trip of a lifetime.
Tom & Diane Browning, USA
Annapurna Circuit Trek – Nov 2008

Our family of four, two of us in our early fifties and our two 20-year-old sons have just returned from completing the ‘Everest Circuit’ with Mountain Monarch.

The words ‘thank you’ don’t seem sufficient to extend our gratitude to Pradip and his team for providing us with an experience that will live long into our memories. From the moment we arrived at the airport until we left 22 days later, we were made to feel special and well cared for. We experienced a few flight problems due to the Bangkok protests and Pradip handled the rearrangements smoothly. We thoroughly enjoyed the city tour and Nepalese cultural dinner that was included.
Once on the trek, we soon discovered that we had been blessed to be given such knowledgeable and fun loving guides and porters: Wangda, Tilak, Ramesh, Dhane and Suresh. The service, which they gave us far, exceeded our expectations and I have no doubt we were looked upon with envy from many other trekkers. It was evident that they were well respected by the local Nepalese and this ensured that our trip was also positively influenced.
Each morning we were brought a bowl of washing water and tea by a smiling face. Each meal we were assisted in choosing from the menu. Every night we were given a talk about the next day’s adventures. While walking, the guides spread themselves out in order to cater for our different walking speeds. My special thanks goes to Ramesh who inevitably ensured that ‘ mum’ had many rest stops and helped me through the tricky parts. When we arrived at our evening stop, we appreciated the efforts that had been made to provide us with the ‘best rooms of the house’. The porters and guides were always courteous, were informative about the mountains and their people, and ALWAYS HAD A SMILE on their face. Without their support, I may never have had the chance to experience such a sheer sense of achievement. All ‘the boys’, mine, and those from the MM ‘family’ developed a warm camaraderie. We cannot thank our head guide, Wangda enough – he worked tirelessly 24/7 to ensure that we were happy, comfortable informed and safe.

In regards to safety and health, we felt comforted by the fact that a first aid kit and portable altitude chamber was carried with us. Fortunately, and no doubt due to MM’s proper planning, none of us suffered any serious altitude sickness (in fact no sickness at all except the infamous Khumbu cough and a few head colds).

At the completion of the trek, it was indeed sad to say goodbye to our new ‘family’. Should we ever contemplate doing another Nepalese trek, we will use Mountain Monarch again and certainly recommend their use by other prospective trekkers. I think their success is due to the perfect combination of professionalism and personal touches.
Thank you once again to the whole team!

From the Scaffidi family, Joe, Alexa, Paul and Michael, Australia
Everest Circuit Trek - Dec 2008

I had a great time on our Annapurna Circuit trek with Peter Bailey in September. Your services and accommodations in Kathmandu were excellent. The guides (Netra, Omrit, and Namgel) are really knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and friendly. I learned a lot about Nepal and even some Nepali from them and that made the trip even better. Netra in particular is very skilled as a guide and knows his first aid. Without him I’m not sure how well two of our party would have fared.

When I return to Nepal for trekking in the future I will use Mountain Monarch and will always recommend it to friends who plan to visit.

Merle Parker, USA
Annapurna circuit Trek Sept 2008

Our trip to Kanchenjunga Base Camp was fantastic. We really appreciated how smoothly
everything went well and would like to pass on our thanks to yourself and Buddha especially, but also to the rest of your team. We would not hesitate to recommend your organization to anybody wishing to go on the same trip and would be pleased to provide photos or feedback to anybody who is considering it.

Liz Meherzi & Peter Heijkoop, Dutch
Kanchenjunga Base Camp, Sept / Oct 2008

"Thank you very much for organising a thoroughly enjoyable and rewarding trek to Kala Pattar and Everest Base Camp. Mountain Monarch provided a superb service, for a very reasonable price. The equipment provided for the trek was all of very high quality and easily up to the tasks required of it.

Additionally, the Mountain Monarch guide, assistant guides and porters showed true professionalism and dedication, and provided an exemplary service to us. I would happily trek with them again (I'm already beginning to plan my next trip to Nepal, and Mountain Monarch will definitely be involved).”

Jem Blades – British
Everest Base Camp Trek – Nov 2008

The experience itself was superb, and very well organised from start to finish. We were very impressed that Pradip himself came to give the introductory talk, to see us off on the trek and to welcome us back again. We also really enjoyed our excursions to Pashupatinath and the Bodhnath stupa in Kathmandu before the trek started, both good sites to visit. The time in Kathmandu and the welcome meal meant that the group was able to bond before the trek started.

On the trek we could not have been looked after better. Subash and his team of assistant guides and porters looked after our every need with consideration, humour and enthusiasm. From providing sufficient supplies of drinking water and medicines to encouraging everyone to find the pace that suited them best, and securing comfortable accommodation for our group every night when some trekkers with other companies ended up short on beds, everything was handled efficiently and smoothly. We were also very happy to see that the wonderful porters were looked after well and treated with respect by the guides. We had absolute faith that Mountain Monarch would get us to ABC and back again in one piece, and you, and the scenery along the way, exceeded our expectations! Thank you!

Jessie and David Hood - British
Annapurna Sanctuary trek, October 2008

Having done the Mera Peak last year I already knew I could fully trust in MM Organizing everything as smoothly as the as time, and -needless to say- they did, too. Starting with the bookings, always got an answer in no time, getting all the information I needed, thanks Pradip, I really appreciate it!! Our lovely porters with the smile on their face no matter what...an inspiration to anyone! Our guides...Dipak -warmhearted, hard working always with a double smile on his face!! And Dawa, our leading guide, very dedicated to his work, I was very impressed by that. Always minding of his clients in the uttermost warm and sympathetic way, making sure everyone is enjoying himself. With any health issues you could fully trust in his knowledge and medicating you in the best way. My special BIG thanks for him organizing a high camp for me at Lobuche when I found out I couldn’t summit starting from the base camp, with my present condition. He immediately had a plan that allowed me to try, all my grateful thanks to him, I summited! Look no further; these are the guys to go with.

A Helin, Finland
Lobuche East Climbing Trip, Oct / Nov 2008

I want to thank you and your team once again for the wonderful time we spent in Mustang. Everything happened smoothly and beyond my expectative. Please express my gratitude to Sunil I and II, the cook and all the kitchen boys for making our stay so enjoyable. And the mules with it's drivers as well!

So happy am I that I and some friends are planning a come back next year for the Tije festival. It's still a little bit hazy but please keep in touch (I have just seen in your site that the next festival is in May. Good! I will have the opportunity to spend my birthday in Mustang!).

João Moreira, Portuguese
Upper Mustang Trek – Sept 2008

I really have to thank you, Wengda, Akur and the two boys for making it such a memorable trip for us. The equipment provided was very good, the routes planned out just right to suit our capability, and the guides were extremely knowledgeable and informative. Mountain Monarch are very well organised, but more than that your guides took a personal interest in us, ensuring that we made the very most out of our whole trip.

I would certainly recommend your company to any of my friends and acquaintances planning a trek in Nepal, and would be happy to be a reference for any prospective clients (and if they are from Singapore I would be pleased to meet them personally and show them the great photos of our trip).

Jon Button
Annapurna Sanctuary trek Sep 2008

Thank you very much for your effort and time spent ensuring we have a good holiday in Nepal. I must say that I truly enjoy this three weeks of holiday, my best so far in Nepal.

Tan Ay Bing, Malaysian
Mera Peak Trip – Oct 2008

I would like to thank you for making my adventure so memorable. Special thanks to Subash as with out his help and guidance I would never have made it across the Renjo, he was all ways there to dispense the pills and advice when needed!

Mike Voyce, British
Gokyo Rinjo Pass Trek Oct 2008

Pradip, I must thank you and the team, namely Subash and Yugal as well as the other guides and porters, for all the excellent arrangements and experiences I had on the Annapurna Sanctuary Trek.

This is one of the most professionally organised treks I have undertaken, almost a luxury, given the way your team treated the group. We were fortunate to have a guide run ahead and arrange the accommodations for us during this peak period, and I had any sympathies for the groups and individuals who did not manage so well as we did.

But mostly, I would like to thank your team for the excellent support they gave me during the trek, given my phobia for heights. I do not think I could have managed that one tricky bridge, as well as the steeper climbs without their watchfulness and guidance. I am almost tempted to repeat the experience next year with the Everest Base Camp trek.

And I do know I will return to Mountain Monarch when i make my way there again. Although there are many companies out there, I am most comfortable with MM, especially in the design of the agenda and the many arrangements, the wise group selection (I really enjoyed being with the group I was with!), and all the attention your team gave to every member of the trekking group! I was also extremely impressed with the care given to the porters and the other guides throughout the trek, and Subash's constant medical assistance to the villages en-route was a humane gesture that makes me admire MM all the more. Well done, and many thanks once again for a most awesome and exhilarating experience!

N Ranjan, Singaporean
Annapurna Sanctuary Trek – Oct 2008

Just thought I would give you some feedback on my recent trip to Island Peak with Mountain Monarch, an experience I very much enjoyed and am pleased to inform you had a successful outcome.

I found the services that Mountain Monarch provided to be of a very high standard, and the staff to be both courteous and helpful. I particularly would like to thank Sunil and Morti for their encouragement and light hearted humour when the going got tough, it was very much appreciated.

I have no hesitation in recommending your services to anyone contemplating a journey to Nepal, be it trekking, climbing or some other activity.

Geoff Rogers, Australian
Island Pak Trip - Oct 2008