By Mountain People
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By Mountain People is the trekking company in Nepal that truly understand how 2 worlds can meet in the best way possible. This is in the DNA of the company, since it has been founded by Nepali Govinda along with his Dutch partner Lilly. We understand the expectations from both local communities in rural areas of Nepal and foreign travellers looking for an authentic adventure. So you can explore the stunning Himalayan mountains with the most of fun, safety and respect for the local nature and culture.
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eliza b
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Oct 2023 • Couples
Magnificent trek!! In October 2023 the two of us did this beautiful trek organized by BMP.
It all started 6 months earlier, when I was looking for a company that would put people first in organizing treks in Nepal. What a nice coincidence when I learned that Govinda, a former language student of mine, happened to be the owner of By Mountain People, an organization that had customized and small scale treks as its core business!
We had very nice and informative preparative talks about our wishes. Being almost 70 years of age, we wanted to have sufficient possibilities to adapt our journey on the way, in case the altitude would cause problems. Also we wanted to visit places off the beaten track and see something of village life on the way. Govinda suggested the Khopra Danda trek with some extra days so we could shorten the daily walking distance. This was a very good advice and he organized it very well! We met Govinda again in Kathmandu before we started out. He introduced us to our guide Pratap Gurung.
Pratap was really a very excellent guide!! His knowledge of the natural surroundings and especially of the birds were truly amazing!! He was very attentive to our wellbeing and patiently answered our many questions. He taught us so much about the different species and habitats of all the birds he would point out to us. His experience made that we always felt safe and well looked after. Also we learnt that Govinda stayed regularly in contact to ensure that everything went well.
Following our 2 weeks of trekking, BMP also organized an extra 4 days visit to Chitwan National Park. Here we stayed in the nice Safari Club hotel. Her also we were very happy with our guide Yadav Duwadi He is a nice and calm guide with a lot of knowledge and very attentive.
We absolutely recommend this “slow trekking” by BMP! Specially for senior travellers such as us, but also for everybody who wants to fully enjoy the beauty of the Himalayas. A guide such as Pratap Gurung was perfectly suited for this type of trekking.
Thank you BMP!! Thijl and Linda
It all started 6 months earlier, when I was looking for a company that would put people first in organizing treks in Nepal. What a nice coincidence when I learned that Govinda, a former language student of mine, happened to be the owner of By Mountain People, an organization that had customized and small scale treks as its core business!
We had very nice and informative preparative talks about our wishes. Being almost 70 years of age, we wanted to have sufficient possibilities to adapt our journey on the way, in case the altitude would cause problems. Also we wanted to visit places off the beaten track and see something of village life on the way. Govinda suggested the Khopra Danda trek with some extra days so we could shorten the daily walking distance. This was a very good advice and he organized it very well! We met Govinda again in Kathmandu before we started out. He introduced us to our guide Pratap Gurung.
Pratap was really a very excellent guide!! His knowledge of the natural surroundings and especially of the birds were truly amazing!! He was very attentive to our wellbeing and patiently answered our many questions. He taught us so much about the different species and habitats of all the birds he would point out to us. His experience made that we always felt safe and well looked after. Also we learnt that Govinda stayed regularly in contact to ensure that everything went well.
Following our 2 weeks of trekking, BMP also organized an extra 4 days visit to Chitwan National Park. Here we stayed in the nice Safari Club hotel. Her also we were very happy with our guide Yadav Duwadi He is a nice and calm guide with a lot of knowledge and very attentive.
We absolutely recommend this “slow trekking” by BMP! Specially for senior travellers such as us, but also for everybody who wants to fully enjoy the beauty of the Himalayas. A guide such as Pratap Gurung was perfectly suited for this type of trekking.
Thank you BMP!! Thijl and Linda
Written 19 November 2023
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Gira_sv
Phnom Penh, Cambodia83 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
I went on a 19-day trek on the Annapurna Circuit. I had great communication with Lily and Govinda before arriving in Nepal and throughout my trip. They shared with me all the information that I needed. Ganesh, and a porter, Nima. Both of them were incredibly kind. They literally held my hand through the toughest parts of the trek and we also had lots of fun playing cards, sharing anecdotes and trying to learn each other’s languages. The Annapurna circuit itself is incredibly beautiful and diverse. Since I arrived at the end if the monsoon season there were still some rains and landslides which made the days at lower altitudes a little tricky but once we started to ascend the weather changed and we had wonderful views of the mountains on this range and visited several Tibetan towns and Gompas. Overall, I had a great experience with them I would take a trip again with them in a heartbeat. Thanks, Ganesh, Nima, Lily, and Govinda!
Written 12 September 2023
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Thank you for your kind words, Georgina. You've been a lovely guest, eager to learn about our country, culture and people. We wish you a wonderful journey through India now, and perhaps our paths will cross again in the future. :)
Written 19 November 2023
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Berlin, Germany5 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
Wish we could go back already! Govinda and Lilly just went above and beyond for my friend and I!! Shortly before arriving in Nepal, I started experiencing knee pain. I got so worried about the trek, but they changed our itinerary without any fuss whatsoever. They got us the most caring and knowledgeable trekking guide Ganesh. And they checked in with me frequently during the trek, to check if I was doing ok and enjoying. After the trek they even organized a very nice jungle safari to Chitwan NP for us. Their great tips and flexible attitude before and during our trip made it a HUGE succes!! Govinda and Lily thank you so much for your patience and helpful advice. I will be back for sure!
Written 30 July 2023
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Gabriel G
1 contribution
Feb 2020 • Family
By mountain people organised an incredible trip through Gokyo Lake and EBC. Everything ran smoothly, they took care of all the little details and genuinely care about you and your experience throughout. Handled everything with a smile and extreme professionalism - can not recommend them enough!
Our amazing guide Ganesh is the reason we can look back on the trek successfully, he helped us at every step and is an all round great guy - be sure to ask for Ganesh he will make your trip unforgettable
I cannot wait to book again:)
Our amazing guide Ganesh is the reason we can look back on the trek successfully, he helped us at every step and is an all round great guy - be sure to ask for Ganesh he will make your trip unforgettable
I cannot wait to book again:)
Written 22 February 2020
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Thank you so much for writing this lovely review about us! It was absolutely our pleasure having you and your dad here in Nepal. We'd love to welcome you here again and are already looking forward to it!!
Written 22 February 2020
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Lars D
5 contributions
Nov 2019 • Couples
After booking a flight to Nepal my girlfriend and I decided that we wanted to book our own domestic flight aswell and search for a porterguide after arriving at Lukla airport. Then when we started looking on the internet and we found out that is was not so simple to do this online. Thru Instagram we met Govinda and met him in a couple of times in the Netherlands. We talked about all this and he than took care of this.
When we arrived at Lukla airport in the Himalaya, Ganesh was waiting for us with a sign, he was our porterguide for the 16 day trekking (Gokyo and EBC). Ganesh would always made shure we had a place to sleep and with toilets inside the building. He is an amazing guy, always happy and knows so much to tell about the trekking (hours, hight, peaks etc.) He even teached us a couple of Nepali games! Ganesh felt like a brother and a good friend to us and that will never change.
All of this effort by the team, made us feel so comfortable and relaxed doing this very exiting trekking. We will back in Nepal for some more trekking with By Mountain People.
Because of the personal touch by Govinda we will remain friends and keep seeing each other in the Netherlands.
When we arrived at Lukla airport in the Himalaya, Ganesh was waiting for us with a sign, he was our porterguide for the 16 day trekking (Gokyo and EBC). Ganesh would always made shure we had a place to sleep and with toilets inside the building. He is an amazing guy, always happy and knows so much to tell about the trekking (hours, hight, peaks etc.) He even teached us a couple of Nepali games! Ganesh felt like a brother and a good friend to us and that will never change.
All of this effort by the team, made us feel so comfortable and relaxed doing this very exiting trekking. We will back in Nepal for some more trekking with By Mountain People.
Because of the personal touch by Govinda we will remain friends and keep seeing each other in the Netherlands.
Written 19 December 2019
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Thank you so much Lars, for leaving a review about your experience with us! I'm happy to know that you and Ayra enjoyed your great EBC trekking adventure so much. And also, thank you so much for becoming my Dutch friend. See you soon again!
Written 7 January 2020
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Katrina J
3 contributions
Nov 2019
Everest Base Camp was on my bucket list for quite some time. And to be honest, I was a little bit worried whether I would be able to do it. I don't have that much experience with hiking. Just in Europe. Thanks to the owner Govinda and his wonderful team I can finally say I DID IT!!
By Mountain People is a small company but very professional and experienced. They really took time to inform me to make sure I got myself prepared properly. And they answered allll of my questions. (And I had a LOT of them.) :) :) During the trek my guide always made sure I was feeling good and not crossing my limits. I absolutely recommend this company to anyone who is looking for adventure but wants to make sure that you're taken care of too. And I hope I can come back to Nepal for another trekking. One thing's sure: I will do that with this company. Thank you!! You're the best!
By Mountain People is a small company but very professional and experienced. They really took time to inform me to make sure I got myself prepared properly. And they answered allll of my questions. (And I had a LOT of them.) :) :) During the trek my guide always made sure I was feeling good and not crossing my limits. I absolutely recommend this company to anyone who is looking for adventure but wants to make sure that you're taken care of too. And I hope I can come back to Nepal for another trekking. One thing's sure: I will do that with this company. Thank you!! You're the best!
Written 7 December 2019
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Thank you Katrina, for writing a review about your experience with us. We'd be more than happy to take you on another great trekking adventure in Nepal. We're already looking forward to welcoming you again!
Written 7 January 2020
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Juul
Hilversum, The Netherlands1 contribution
Oct 2019
We had a blast on our customized trekking around Mohare and Khopra! We had several meetings with Govinda beforehand to talk about our wishes, fitness level and expectations, and he used all that information to create an itinerary that fits us. And he did a great job! We felt safe all the time with the provided guide and Govinda kept in touch with him all the time to make sure everything went well.
We had an unforgettable experience, and we're sure we will be back in Nepal to do more trekkings with By Mountain People!
We had an unforgettable experience, and we're sure we will be back in Nepal to do more trekkings with By Mountain People!
Written 24 November 2019
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Thank you for taking time to leave a review about our service. It was great having you here Juul, and we're looking forward to meeting you again.
Written 7 December 2019
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Ted W
Portland, OR17 contributions
Apr 2019 • Solo
While I was making plans for a trip to Nepal, I accidentally encountered By Mountain People on Instagram. I liked what I saw and I started corresponding with, Govinda, the owner. Over several weeks, Govinda helped me put together an itinerary that met my needs. My biggest worry was, given my age (65), whether or not I was physically fit enough for the 8 day Mohare Danda trek that Govinda proposed. He was positive that I was capable and would enjoy this trek. He wasn't wrong! One of the things I really appreciate is that, although this company is smaller than some others, they really pay attention to the details and take care of their clients. At every point during my trip, Gopal (Govinda's brother) made sure I had the right equipment, was on the right bus or taxi, and comfortable in the hotels they chose for me. My modified 8-day Mohare Danda trek was the absolutely best part of my entire month in Nepal. The first day, I was struggling to keep going for the 4-1/2 climb to our first stopping point. My guide Susis kept me going, let me rest when I needed, and encouraged me to complete that first day. After that, I acclimated and my legs got stronger and each day got easier for me. I was impressed with Susis's knowledge of the mountains and the villages and the people of the Annapurna sanctuary. He kept me healthy by recommending good hydration, good diet, good rest, and early starts so we could finish our day's trek ahead of any possible afternoon or evening thunderstorms. By the end of this trek, I felt like I could walk another week and wished I had more time to keep exploring the mountains. It was an awesome experience! By Mountain People also arranged for a short 2 day trip to Chitwan, with local guided safaris, which was a great introduction the animal life of the terai lowlands. This was my first visit to Nepal and it was a wonderful success because of the great people who are By Mountain People. Thank you Susis, Gopal, and Govinda for helping me have such an outstanding vacation in Nepal. I plan on taking another trip with By Mountain People next year.
Written 5 May 2019
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Namaste Ted,
Thank you so much for taking time to write such an extensive review about us. And of course for sharing some of your great travel photos! You were a wonderful guest and a good walker. We're already looking forward to welcoming you in Nepal again, together with your wife!
Written 7 January 2020
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aliat1103
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia1 contribution
Feb 2019 • Friends
I met Govinda by chance when I sat down for lunch in Pokhara, and little did I know the fortuitous chain of events that would ensue from this one small interaction. A couple of friends and I were planning an 8 day trek during our time in Nepal and were considering Mardi Himal or Poon Hill simply because they were the most talked about. However, Govinda introduced us to the idea of the Khopra Danda trek, and though he was happy to speak to us about the other treks, there was no mistaking his passion and enthusiasm for the unspoilt beauty of this trek. He kindly met with us to give us advice on the different hikes, and from there we communicated back and forth about our expectations of the hike we wanted to do, the time frame we were hoping to do it in, the challenges and obstacles we would meet, how prepared and fit we were for the hike, and so on and so forth. We had so many questions and needs (and dare I say demands), that Govinda and his team met graciously and with ease, helping us plan an itinerary that would fit into our time requirements without compromising on the quality of the hike and views, challenge us a little but keep us safe and healthy at the same time. Our guide, Susis, was undoubtedly an expert in his field, and he was very attentive to our needs to rest, eat and sleep. He pushed us to complete long days and challenging routes but also gave us the freedom to pace ourselves and rest as needed, all the while remaining positive and informative about our hike as well as Nepali life in general. The Khopra Danda trek itself was absolutely breathtaking and far too complex in its beauty to write in this review, but it was made even better by having a knowledgable guide who we could trust, and having an itinerary that was made to fit us like a glove. We have By Mountain People to thank for all these things, and I cannot recommend them enough. Thank you so much for making our time in Nepal so, so special!
Written 12 March 2019
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Alia, thank you so much for writing such an extensive review about By Mountain People. And of course for recommending us to the rest of the world! We're happy to know that you enjoyed your time with us and we hope to meet you again in the future.
Written 7 January 2020
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Jasmine
Hythe, UK14 contributions
Feb 2019 • Solo
It all has started with me wandering dusty streets of Thamel looking for a warm jacket, with the Annapurna map in one hand. When Govinda enthusiastically but ever so kindly asked if he can just check if Khopra Dada trek was on it. I was looking for a trek off the beaten track, Govinda had a trekking company. So we drew a plan. Being exposed to notorious trekking sales agents, guides and guides to be on the streets of Kathmandu I have struggled to trust one that I have only, and so accidently, just met. Nevertheless I ended up on an overnight bus to Pokhara with, as I was promised, the best guide, Susis by my side. The bus journey was also my choice as I am a low budget, long term traveller. The rest is the history as they say....or your future, if you wish;) I am back down from the mountains to write this review. Everything what was promised, was delivered to the greateat detail. Susis made me feel like a princess with his genuine care (even though I insisted to carry my own 10k backpack...) and attention. I am not used to trekking with a guide but I would have not learned all I did (and the mountain names and the elevations are his forte!) if it wasn't for Susis. I had a wonderful time, trekked through a snowy and serene trail, visited small, unfrequented Nepalese villages and was the only tourist (and a guide of course!), who reached Khopra Dada in a week due to the heavy snowfall. Thank you Govinda and Susis!
Written 1 March 2019
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Namaste Jasmine! Thank you for writing a review about your time with us! You are a great trekker and we're so happy to know that you enjoyed your snowy trekking adventure to Khopra Danda. I hope we will meet each other again in the future.
Written 7 January 2020
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