Kamzang Journeys
Kamzang Journeys is a small, experienced mountain based trekking and adventure travel company with an infectious enthusiasm for Himalayan trekking, adventure travel, bicycle trips and exotic markets + crafts. Based in the Shangri La of Kathmandu, Nepal for nearly 20 years, the Kamzang Journeys staff divides its time primarily between Nepal, the Indian Himalaya, as well as Tibet, Bhutan, Myanmar + Mongolia.
Kamzang Journeys specializes in unique, boutique and 'off the map' treks, bicycle trips and travels in the Himalaya. Kim Bannister, an American rarely home, is a veteran Himalayan trekker and the founder of Kamzang Journeys, Kamzang Design and The Kamzang Fund, an organization that has been sponsoring children and villagers with medical issues for 15 years. She works with her trekking partner of 15 years, Lhakpa Dorji Sherpa, who lives in Kathmandu but grew up in the Solo Khumbu (Everest) region of Nepal.
Kim and Lhakpa lead their own 'Featured Treks + Travels' with their awesome Kamzang Journeys staff, and also specialize in arranging private journeys catering to each individual traveler or group. Trips range from traditional trekking routes to luxury and helicopter journeys. Nuru Wangdi is in charge of communications for the trips , and Doma Sherpa ably organizes the logistics in Kathmandu, and liaises with clients during their trips.
Featured trips & expertise
Top itineraries and travel advice
The Manaslu Circuit Trek, crossing Larkya La pass (16,752 ft. or 5106 m.) to the legendary Annapurna region, is one of Nepal's most spectacular and culturally diverse treks. Its...
The Buddhist Caves in Upper Mustang offer a truly unique trekking experience in a remote area of Nepal, far away from the beaten path. The trek takes you into the hidden...
Embark on special yoga spirit trek in the Annapurna foothills of Nepal's sacred Himalayan Mountains. Led by an experienced international yoga instructor, this trek focuses on...
Recent Trip Reviews for Kamzang Journeys
Annapurna Foothills Cultural Trek
Nepal
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Apr 19 - Apr 24, 2018
Very well organised trip with kimkim. During our hike we didnt see any other tourists so it felt really special walking there only with the guide and porter. Our guide Padam Paudel was very kind and told us a lot about Nepal and the local villages and the life there.
The lodges were perfect aswell. Nice beds and bathrooms with warm water. Also the food was good and the happy hour was included ;)
The views of the mountains were the best in the morning when the sky was clear. Incredible experience!
Thanks for the review, Jeroen! So glad you had a great experience on the Annapurna Foothills trek, hope to see you both again soon! (-:
Trip to Nepal
Nepal
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Mar 7 - Mar 16, 2018
Thanks so much for the review, Mojdeh! So glad your trek to the Everest region was a great journey, and we hope to have you travel with us again soon!
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Kim
Private Ghorepani / Poon Hill Trek
Nepal
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Jun 26 - Jul 3, 2016
She was very patient in addressing some of my concerns. It was nice that prior to my trip the team at KimKim reminded me about some of the small details such as visa application, which i had completely forgotten.
We're glad you had a good trip to Nepal, Zen, and hope to see you again for an even longer trek with us!
Incredible Nepal Journey
Nepal
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Mar 13 - Mar 25, 2016
Loved planning the trip working closely with my expert - she answered so many questions and really helped me solidify our perfect itinerary
Kim went above and beyond to make our trip amazing - she arranged special anniversary gifts at check-in, had staff pick us up and take us to the airport and she even included us in a pre-trek dinner with her Upper Mustang group - so fun to feel like you have a local friend.
Thanks for the feedback, Kim. I'm so glad we had time for a few dinners together in Kathmandu and Pokhara, and we enjoyed setting up your perfect anniversary trip to Nepal! Hope to see you again in the near future!