The Mountain Company Reviews 

I went on the Makalu Base Camp trek organised by the Mountain Company this spring. This was my 5th trek with TMC and they would always be my first choice. The pre-trip information is very comprehensive and from the time of arrival in Nepal the organisation is excellent. They go the extra mile so for example on this trek I had the option of camping instead of staying in the lodge if I preferred. Their MD Roland Hunter has so much first hand knowledge and is always helpful so whether it is this trek or any other do try TMC!

Nanga Parbat is one of the highest and most impressive mountains in the world. The Mountain Company, supported by local operator Nanga Parbat Adventures, provided a unique opportunity to trek on the 3 main faces of the mountain, and to cross the 5400m Mazeno La. The trek was challenging at times but the scenery was extraordinary.
The attention to detail and the quality of the support were excellent, and there was a sensible programme of acclimatisation to altitude.

The Mountain Company offers unrivalled customer service and attention to detail, putting the welfare of trekkers at the centre of everything. The route taken by the Nanga Parbat Circuit was incredibly scenic and, best of all, we did not meet any other trekkers on the little-trodden route.

I trekked the Kachenjunga Circuit in Spring 2025. From my stay in Kathmandu to climbing the pass between the trails to north and south Kachenjunga base camps, the Mountain Company and its staff was friendly, helpful and great fun to travel with. I highly recommend using the Mountain Company when tracking in Nepal.

Everything about our trek to Everest Base Camp with the Mountain Company was very well organised. From start to finish, they provided experienced and kind guides, comfortable lodges and plenty of good food. All we had to do was focus on hiking and taking in the magnificent scenery.

What really made the Mountain Company stand out for me was their careful and thoughtful approach to high-altitude trekking. As someone without previous experience at high altitudes, I felt safe and well-supported throughout the journey. Unlike some other organisations, the Mountain Company built in one or two additional acclimatisation days into the itinerary, and I believe this made a real difference. These extra days were not simply rest days — they were used to explore off-the-beaten-track routes, such as a beautiful hike to Ama Dablam Base Camp. This was an excellent way to adapt gradually to the altitude, reducing the risk of altitude sickness.

The guides were very attentive to our health, carrying an extensive medical kit and monitoring us closely, including evening check-ups with oxygen saturation measurements. Their experience gave me a lot of confidence and peace of mind.

In short, I was very happy that I chose to book with the Mountain Company and without any hesitation, I will absolutely choose them again for future treks in the Himalayas or Karakoram mountains.

The holiday was well organised and everything went smoothly. I was well looked after during the trek. I felt safe all the time while in the mountains and at high altitude.

A very well organised holiday from Lukla to Ama Dablam base in the Himalayas. Safety and wellbeing were always prioritised by the European and Nepali guides. The trek was amazing. The Nepali people were lovely and the scenery spectacular. No roads or cars just people and animals.

Roland treated us as individuals and was quick to answer all questions. Bhutan is a stunning place to visit and its definitely away from the crowds and the trek embraces the scenery, culture and nature. Our guides were excellent.

The trip booking guidance, pre-trip information, quick and helpful response to questions, and everything about the Ama Dablam Base Camp trip itself was exemplary. I felt well informed and looked after throughout, from the office, the guides, porter and driver. The communication and organisation from the Mountain Company was exceptional.

The Bhutan Snowman trek is a sublime high altitude trek with spectacular mountains, beautiful mossy forests and wild rivers. Some parts are very wild and remote, other parts invite interesting interactions with local people. But all the way, you are supported by The Mountain Company's exceptional crew with excellent logistics, seriously amazing food and leaders with the depth of experience that goes with running over a decade of Snowman treks. The Mountain Company's longer itinerary is crafted to get to the most spectacular wild and remote parts of northern Bhutan and to optimise acclimatisation. This is really important and sets them apart with their quality of Snowman trek in all regards. It was a brilliant trek, full of adventure and laughter.

The trekking trip to Ama Dablem base camp was very well organised the local guides and porters couldn’t have been better (I have been on a number of remote wilderness treks) our UK group leader Jill ensured that the pace was right for altitude which ensured that I was able to reach the base camp which was a hard personal challenge for my age,I celebrated my 76 birthday with the group the day we got back to Kathmandu.
The basic lodge accommodation was variable due to cold and freezing conditions at that time of year but it was soon forgotten with a hot bath when we got back to Kathmandu as we had been upgraded to rooms with a bath by the company.

After having done the camping trek to K2 base camp 2 years ago we wanted to do another trek in Nepal that would be very different to the K2 trek. This certainly ticked that box!
The variety of scenery due to trekking at higher and lower elevations in 2 different valleys with different ecosystems and cultures really made this trek special and very interesting. The mountain views change from day to day with views of the big ones Manaslu, Annapurnas and Dhaulagiri and many others. What surprised us was how much we enjoyed walking through lots of the small mountain villages and how interesting it was seeing the different village cultures and ways of life up close. In certain areas there were strong Tibetan influence and others more traditional Nepalese Hindu culture.
The trek itinerary and route avoids most of the roads that are getting higher into the mountain valleys, this is the most popular trekking destination in Nepal but it didn’t feel overcrowded out on the trails.
There was plenty of time to acclimatise to the altitude with having 3 nights in Manang which also gives flexibility if needed. Some of the highlight days were the Manang acclimatisation day walks to the Ice Lake and Gangapurna glacier. Other highlights were the Muktinath to Lupra day and the walk to the Dhaulagiri icefall was also a stunner. Lots of trekkers finish after going over the Thorong La pass just doing the half circuit. If you have the time I would definitely recommend doing the whole circuit for the variety of scenery and culture.
The wildlife was also fun, yaks and naks higher up and monkeys in the forests lower down.
The tea houses we stayed in were all a good standard as was the food on offer, local dishes, dal bhat being the best choice obviously! Apart from the very highest tea house all had electrical sockets for gadget charging in the rooms and similarly a lot had a en suite toilet sometimes with a shower/sink.
Our guides and porters were excellent. The guides spoke good English and were very knowledgeable.

Our second trek with The Mountain Company! We would definitely use them again and would confidently recommend them to others.
TMC has great local expertise and experience of trekking in the countries it operates in. The pre booking and departure information from Roland is detailed and super helpful. Very likely you will have a departure briefing and finish briefing with Roland in Kathmandu.
All the people we had contact with from Roland to the Kathmandu office team, guides, porters and drivers were very friendly and professional.
The local team in Kathmandu are able to respond quickly and deal with any queries or issues should they arise whilst out on the trek. It is very reassuring having that experience on hand and available via WhatsApp or phone if needed. friendly capable people.

The organiser, group leader & sherpas & porters worked as a team to deliver an excellent mountain experience for a group of 11 people of all abilities in Nepal over 16 days

Absolutely wonderful trek to Kanchenjunga’s North & South base camps in remote north eastern Nepal. Extremely well organised with excellent communication from Roland Hunter the MD. Lovely local guides, stunning scenery & perfect timing with the weather.
Highly recommend The Mountain Company.

A fantastic three-week trek around the base of the world's third highest mountain (Kanchenjunga) in Nepal, slickly organised and managed by The Mountain Company with all of our objectives achieved. Food was excellent and locally sourced, accommodation was mainly in lodges on the trail, although we had an option to camp if we didn't fancy the lodge, which happened on a couple of occasions (the guide and porter team put the tents up in those cases, all we had to do was sleep there!). This is adventure travel in a remote area of the Nepal Himalaya, but our comfort, safety and enjoyment were paramount and we could not have been in better hands!

Very informative pre-trip information followed by a personal meeting in Kathmandu. Excellent organisation throughout the trip with helpful, well informed and enthusiastic staff working for The Mountain Company in Nepal. Well planned trekking route with our additional extra time in Pokhara and Chitwan National Park also organised by The Mountain Company.

Haa Valley Pilgrims (October 14 - October 25) and Druk Path (October 25 - November 03) in Bhutan.

Amazing scenery treks combined with well organized cultural tours. The Bhutanese guide was very knowledgeable of the trekking region and all the historical sites. The crew was always ready to help if needed. Three hot meals each day of delicious Bhutanese food made from local ingredients such as red rice, oyster mushroom and local cheese.

This is my eighth and ninth trek with The Mountain Company (TMC) and will continue to trek with TMC. This is because Roland, owner/director, put safety of the crew and trekkers his priority. He responds to questions and concerns on a timely manner. As well, he seeks feedback at the end of each trek. He takes feedback seriously and make changes if required.

Incredibly well organised trip - everything was very intelligently planed out, on time, and we were looked after all the way. Trekking at altitude is a challenge and TMC made the experience as accessible and enjoyable as can be hoped for.

The Ama Dablam Luxury Lodge Tour with The Mountain Company was a fantastic experience for our family of 4 (2 adult children). The guides were absolutely superb and the lodges comfortable with electric blankets and hot showers. The walk follows part of the Everest BC walk and the track was understandably quite busy but we were exceptionally lucky with magnificent weather and incredible mountain views. Roland was meticulous in his attention to detail and could be contacted at all times both before and during the trip. I would highly recommend for anyone who would like a beautiful trek of moderate intensity.

Well organised, gave us a great taste of Nepal without fuss. Operators were always available and helpful and tour guide delightful