Without a doubt, the best guide I’ve ever had
Bashu is an amazing guide. Without a doubt, the best I’ve ever had.
He has an uncanny knack for knowing exactly what his trekkers need and exactly how they feel. When people on our trek were getting a bit tired, he’d start to slow down without a word being said, like he could read minds. At the same time, if people were feeling fresh, he’d up the pace so we could get to lunch or our final destination earlier for more R&R time.
He was very generous and was always concerned about his trekker's well-being, both in terms of their safety and whether they were having a good time. He always asked how we were feeling, and made observations about our pace, how we looked, etc. to make sure we weren’t suffering from altitude sickness or any other ailments. He was extremely knowledgeable about trekking dangers, as well as the beautiful scenery we saw along the way.
But the best part about Bashu wasn’t his competence or his compassion. It was that he was genuinely one of the most fun people I’ve ever met. No joke, he is absolutely hilarious. His stories were amazing, and his wit was sharp enough to keep up with anyone. He’s the type of guy that is the life of the party and is also the type of guy that anyone would love to have a drink with. If I came back to Nepal and had no urge to hike, I’d give him a ring just to have a drink with. Such a fun guy.
When I heard that he was opening his own company, I was so happy for him. He’s an amazing guide and an even better person. When I come back to Nepal in the next few years, you can bet I will be using him and his company as my guide. You should do the same. You won’t be disappointed