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Natasha
Dec 29,2024Perfectly organized and personnalized felt listened and totally safe travelling solo. At each destinations somebody was waiting for me. Excellent guides all the 11 days trip. See you next year đ Natash B.
Chris
Nov 30,2024Excellent trip 'best of Nepal and Bhutan'. Good guides - special mentions for Sijal who coordinated the tour on the ground; Bijay and Sandji for the Trek; and Devin and Yeshi (Bhutan Aries Tours and Treks) for the Bhutan trip. Food and accomadtion especially good in Bhutan. Not without a couple of issues - steps taken to prevent reoccurence
Christian de Guttry
Nov 29,2024I recently completed a 21-day tour organized by Swotah Travel, and I couldn't be happier with the experience. From start to finish, everything worked smoothly as planned, reflecting the company's professionalism and attention to detail. A standout aspect was their commitment to empowering women by providing a talented female guide. This choice not only enhanced our journey but also demonstrated Swotah Travel's vision for Nepal's future. The tour itself was fantastic. Our guide, Kamala, consistently made thoughtful decisions based on the weather and the busyness of the areas we visited. As a result, we were always comfortable and enjoyed our stay. Her expertise, knowledge, and adaptability kept us happy and safe throughout the trip. We encountered no drawbacks during our travels and spent 21 fabulous days exploring Nepal's stunning landscapes and vibrant culture. Every moment was memorable. I highly recommend their services and Kamala as a guide to anyone looking to experience Nepal easily and comfortably. Christian
Stephanie Hartup
Nov 29,2024I had an amazing experience travelling with Swotah for my Everest Three High Passes Trek. I would highly recommend them to everyone and will travel with them again. I researched many other companies, including larger international ones which I had travelled with previously but decided on Swotah. For me, after communicating with others I found Swotah extremely prompt and informative with their communication. When I arrived in Nepal, everything they had organised (money exchange, SIM card, crampons, copies of my documents) was ready and waiting for me. Swotah and it's employees will do everything to ensure your travel with them is amazing. Big shout out to Ajay and Sijal for this. When it came to the trekking Bijay was fabulous. The man who looked after everything, from informative inormation to being our waiter to teaching me Nepali card games and always ensuring you were doing ok. The trek itself was simply spectacular!!!! Unfortunately I only got to achieve one high pass and EBC, as I was helicoptered off the mountain due to altitude sickness. When a trip doesn't go as planned it highlights how much people care and what they will do. Swotah looked after me and made sure I was ok, liaised with my travel insurance, stayed with me to ensure I was picked up, checked up on me when I was admitted to hospital and assisted me to adjust remaining plans that I had actually booked separately. If you are checking reviews, going back and forth, I highly highly recommend traveling with Swotah. The team is amazing and will look after you so well because their care and dedication is authentic.
Vess Natchev
Nov 25,2024Had a great time on the Poon Hill trek, organized by Swotah Travel. My guide, Bijay Gurung, was the best: he was punctual, attentive, spoke very good English and was just fun to trek with. Bijay selected great guest houses - comfortable, with hot showers and direct great views of Annapurna South (Night 1 in Ulleri) and Dhaulagiri (Night 2 in Ghorepani). He always made sure I was comfortable and had everything I needed; you could tell he was very experienced. Highly recommend Swotah and Bijay!
T
Nov 08,2024If youâre looking for an authentic trekking experience away from the tourist crowds, the Millennium Trek is it. The locals are incredibly welcoming. This trek truly shows the heart of rural Nepal, with jungle trails, rice fields, rivers, and bridges making for an adventurous journey. One of the highlights was the Millennium Cave, an awe-inspiring spot with hundreds of bats. I even had the chance to meet shamans and witness their unique rituals. Special mention to my guide, Rajkumar, and porter, Maila. They know the area thoroughly and made the whole experience feel like a family adventure. I highly recommend trekking with them if you want to see the real Nepal! And to go with Swotah Travel. They know what they do!
Gianluca Pengo
Nov 04,2024The trek was well structured (anti-clockwise) with the most difficult pass at the beginning. We had a great guide, Bijay. He was fun and always made sure that we were ok and set a good pace for the trek. He also adapted the plan based on our preferences. The tea houses and the food was good. They were really accommodating both when my flight was cancelled and when we wanted to complete the trek sooner as we had a fast pace. The trek was great and the views amazing. I would definitely recommend it!
Barbara
Oct 29,2024Ho recentemente completato uno straordinario trekking al Campo Base dellâEverest, passando per il Cho La Pass e il suggestivo sentiero Gokyo nella regione del Khumbu. Il team di Swotah Travel and Adventure ha dimostrato una buona professionalitĂ e una certa conoscenza del territorio. La comunicazione è stata puntuale e abbastanza precisa. Una volta arrivati a Kathmandu, siamo stati accolti da personale cordiale e disponibile, che ci ha orientati attraverso ogni fase del nostro viaggio. Il percorso coordinato dall'agenzia: Everest Base Camp, Gokyo e Cho La Pass, è stato straordinariamente panoramico e avventuroso. La vista dei laghi turchesi di Gokyo, abbracciati dalle cime himalayane, e il passo Cho La con il suo fascino selvaggio e le sfide tecniche, hanno superato ogni nostra aspettativa. Lâitinerario era impegnativo, ma organizzato con tappe perfettamente studiate per favorire lâacclimatazione e permetterci di apprezzare appieno il paesaggio. Sherpa di grande esperienza e professionalitĂ , sono stati compagni di viaggio insostituibili. La conoscenza dettagliata del percorso ha reso il trekking non solo unâavventura fisica, ma anche un viaggio culturale e spirituale. Le sistemazioni, considerando lâambiente remoto, si sono rivelate accettabile seppur con qualche margine di miglioramento.
cristina
Oct 27,2024Per affrontare la salita all'Everest Base Camp in sicurezza e' fondamentale affidarsi a dei veri professionisti: Swotah Travel ci ha garantito l'aiuto di una guida e portatori non solo molto competenti ma anche estremamente gentili e disponibili. Durante il trekking, a causa di disguidi nei voli tra Ramechap e Lukla e di problemi di salute dei membri del gruppo, e' stato necessario affrontare cambiamenti di programma, richiedere l'aiuto di un elicottero, recuperare al buio due persone rimaste bloccate sul ghiacciaio: Swotah Travel ci ha aiutato a risolvere tutti gli imprevisti in sicurezza, anche i piu' preoccupanti. Ci ha aiutato anche nella scelta dei rifugi/hotel e nell'avere accesso ai pasti e ai servizi in modo veloce nonostante in alta stagione fosse ovunque pieno di turisti. A tutti quelli che cercano un supporto organizzativo di ottimo livello in Nepal (non solo durante i trekking ma anche per la visita della capitale o di altre cittĂ ') consiglio assolutamente di contattare Swotah Travel: veloci, efficienti, professionali, gentilissimi!!!
Roberto
Oct 27,2024Breathtaking experience with Swotah Travel. We reached Everest Base Camp successfully thanks to our strong legs and yo the services of Swotah Travel. Tika was a good and gentle guide, strong and skillfull porters, good lodging and the agency has been very helpful in some moment of difficulty . Thanks everybody and see you soon!!!
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Oct 23,2024My husband and I went on a 2 week trip to Nepal. When spoke to the wonderful Lesia we simply noted what are our desires and dreams and she along with Sijel and the entire team of Swotah travel lead by the wonderful AJ, tailor made the entire trip down to the very last detail with the ultimate guides, perfect homestay and exquisite sites. When we wanted to change something their availability and flexibility was amazing throughout the entire trip. I specifically want to recommend the wonderful guide we had in Pokhara- Ram, which hiked with us 3 days and was incredibly professional and so very kind and helpful! Also Kumari from Panauti community homestay who was simply an angle and made us feel right at home. Bottom line- would recommend anyone to choose Swotah travel!!!
ned abol
Oct 21,2024recently had the pleasure of traveling with Swotah Travel, and I canât recommend them highly enough! They expertly organized our trip to Tibet and Nepal, including sightseeing in Lhasa, Shigatse, Kathmandu, and Pokhara, along with four amazing days of trekking to Poon Hill. What impressed me most was their local expertise. The team really understands the environment and tailor-made our experience to fit our requests. Their friendly staff was with us every step of the way, taking care of all the transfers, meals, and activities, which allowed us to fully enjoy our trip without stress. Our guides were incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about the regions we explored. They went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and satisfaction throughout our journey. If youâre looking to plan a trip to Nepal and Tibet, I highly recommend Swotah Travel for a seamless and unforgettable experience!
sue watts
Oct 18,2024Fabulous travel company. They adjusted the itinerary to meet our needs, and from the very first contact worked hard to make our trip wonderful. The guides and hotel staff were experienced and knowlegeable, and they are committed to make a positive impact on the communities we visited. Highly recommended
Johngoh
Aug 27,2024Very good price and good service, guided by professional Tour guide, he is very gentle and knowledgeable. The driver also very gentle. Thanks for everything. Will definitely come back and use your service again.
Punita Meghani
Jul 15,2024@â¨~Swotah⊠& @â¨Ajay @ Swotah Travel Nepal⊠Thank you. Words are not enough to express the spiritual journey I personally have gone through these past 14 days. Really appreciate your hospitality and your time spent with us. Ty for unforgettable memories and am looking forward to seeing you in future time. Was great meeting your family. đđâ¤ď¸đ
HĂŠctor Emilio Flores Lara
Jul 10,2024I had the incredible pleasure of trekking through Nepal with Kumar as my guide, and it was an experience I will cherish forever. Kumar is not just an excellent guide; he is an exceptional human being. His knowledge of the trekking routes, local culture, and hidden gems is unmatched, making every moment of the journey exciting and enriching. Kumar's positivity and happiness are contagious. He has a way of turning even the most challenging parts of the trek into enjoyable and memorable experiences. His great conversation skills and insightful stories made the long walks feel shorter and much more fun. I highly recommend Kumar for any adventure in Nepal. He is not just a guide; he becomes a friend who genuinely cares about making your experience the best it can be. Even after our trek, we have remained in contact, and I am grateful to call him a friend. If you are looking for an unforgettable trekking experience in Nepal, Kumar is your go-to person!
Thomas Sendlbeck
Apr 11,2024We had a great Punhill trip organized by Swotah. Our guide was Kumar and he did a perfect job. Always friendly and very funny. Our porter was named Ram- he helped us a lot carriing our stuff.
Globetrotter PK
Apr 03,2024We had a short 4 day tailormade hiking trip to region around Kathmandu with Swotah travel. We were 3 people, couple with 21 years old daughter It was one of the most memorable trips we had , not in the least due to the seamless and smooth organization of our whole itinerary by Ajay and his dedicated team at Swotah travel company at a very reasonable price. Right from the initial contact, planning the itinerary to executing it, the process was seamless and comfortable. The team stuck to the time by the dot, Ajay always stayed in touch on WhatsApp before and during the tour , answered all our questions Couple of special things to mention : We were not aware that we were going to do a hiking circuit for 3 days and supposed to carry all our stuff in backpacks and hence we brought suitcases with us. But the company mended this miscommunication by providing us with their own backpacks and keeping our stuff securely in their office On the last day of our hike, we were quite tired and didn't want to do the planned half day trek Again, without any hiccups, Ajay managed to change our itinerary so that we only did less than half of the hike and then the company car came and picked us up at a point in the hike to take us to the final point ....I was really astonished by their commitment to keep the customer first (no extra charge was levied for this ) The staff including our guide and driver were extremely polite and courteous We can't thank Ajay and his team for having made our trip so comfortable and safe and we cannot wait to go with them again to view a different part of Nepal
Christian L.
Feb 22,2024It is unfortunate that I am only able to give 5 stars for this review. I would give a million if this site would allow it! When first arriving to Nepal with my very close friends and travel companions, we were doing some trekking with another adventure outfit that also did a great job as well. However, it was on the journey with the other group that I met Kumar. After trekking beside him for the duration of our first large journey, my personal group became quite good friends with Kuma immediately. Once our first adventure had concluded, we immediately signed up with Kumar and his excellent son, Nino to go on an amazing homestay trek to many of the most beautiful spots and small villages and towns imaginable. They introduced us to many amazing people and experiences that I will never forget as long as I live! They made sure that everything was taken care of in regard to food, lodging and nearly every other aspect of the journey. Needless to say, going on this adventure with Kumar and Nino was nothing short of incredible! My friends and I made a great of lifelong personal friendships, faced an entire town on fire and assisted in extinguishing the flames with my friends, hiked some of the most treacherous landscape on the planet, witnessed some of the most beautiful sights imaginable in the natural world and personally challenged myself everyday. I have never known such peace and quiet in my life as I did on the highest parts of our journey together, and until I am able to go again, I'm not sure that I will. I look forward to the prospect of returning to Nepal again someday in the future and reconnecting with my dear friends that I have come to recognize as virtually family! Sure... You can go to Nepal and have a very nice series of hikes with a very nice crew that will do very nice things. But... If you are truly up for the adventure of a lifetime, why would you not book and travel with the amazing team at Swotah Adventures?? In the grand scheme of life, I believe it would be foolish not to! You would be missing out on not only the greatest sights on the planet and conquer the greatest test of endurance, patience and fortitude of your life, but you will see and do things nearly no one else has done. You will make spectacular life-long friendships and you will leave Nepal wondering only when you will be able to return again!
Nancy Van Wagoner
Jan 03,2025My sister and I just completed a tour with Swotah that included parts of the Millennium trek, and tours in Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan and Lumbini. The trek was an incredible experience with RajKuman as our guide. My heart goes out to all the families we met on the Millennium trek who shared their homes and lives with us, and made us feel so welcome. We had an excellent, reliable and safe driver for transport between locations. All our guides for Kathmandu tours, Chitwan, and Lumina were smart, knowledgeable, insightful, passionate about the area, and spoke wonderful English. Swotah selected very comfortable accommodation for us, looked after us very well, and were there 24/7 if we had any questions or concerns. They really went the extra mile. I highly recommend Swotah Travel and Adventure Company and the Millennium Homestay Trek.