About me:Myself a traveller, the leader in many disciplines, I have been working in Nepal’s Mountain tourism sector in different roles. As a trek leader, I have been guiding trekking groups in the mountain destinations of Nepal. Additionally, I believe that I keep a wide knowledge of UNESCO heritage sites, religion, culture, feasts and festivals of Nepal. I have been working as a cultural guide over a decade. Beside my professions works, I have successfully led several welfare and trekking trail reconstruction projects in remote mountain destination of the country. I am involved in several social organization as a key person. Currently, I am the Vice President of Change for Health (Nepal), a non-government organization working in healthy living initiatives for the general public.
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Peregrine's Kathmandu, Pokhara, & Chitwan tour blew me away! The Himalayas were stunning, Pokhara's lakeside chilled me out, and Chitwan's wildlife encounters were unforgettable. Our guide, Nabin, was…Peregrine's Kathmandu, Pokhara, & Chitwan tour blew me away! The Himalayas were stunning, Pokhara's lakeside chilled me out, and Chitwan's wildlife encounters were unforgettable. Our guide, Nabin, was knowledgeable, funny, and kept us safe. Hotels were comfy and clean, and the all-inclusive Chitwan package covered everything - delicious food, exciting activities, and even laundry! Highly recommend for anyone seeking adventure, culture, and relaxation in Nepal. ️
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I recently took part in Peregrine Treks' 4-day Chitwan Jungle Safari, and it was an amazing experience. Pradip, the organizer, communicated everything clearly and responded promptly. The safari allowe…I recently took part in Peregrine Treks' 4-day Chitwan Jungle Safari, and it was an amazing experience. Pradip, the organizer, communicated everything clearly and responded promptly. The safari allowed us to get up close with wildlife in Chitwan National Park, and we even saw rhinos and Royal Bengal tiger. The accommodations were comfortable, and the itinerary was well-planned. I highly recommend this safari for a memorable adventure in nature.
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I have no words to describe this magnificent week. Orientale Journey is definitely the best tour operator I have found traveling so far. Machindra organized everything in the smallest detail, at each …I have no words to describe this magnificent week. Orientale Journey is definitely the best tour operator I have found traveling so far. Machindra organized everything in the smallest detail, at each stop there was an experienced guide who introduced me to the real Nepalese reality (Kathmandu, Chitwan, Pokhara etc). I really couldn't say which of the destinations was my favorite because they all differed from each other in terms of scenery. Thank you Oriental Journey and thank you Machindra!!!
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It was my long plan to visit the birthplace of Guatam Buddha. Such a peaceful place, we explored with Oriental Journeys. Thanks for all the information and management. Would definitely recommend other…It was my long plan to visit the birthplace of Guatam Buddha. Such a peaceful place, we explored with Oriental Journeys. Thanks for all the information and management. Would definitely recommend other traveler to take tour with Oriental Journeys for a lifetime and memorable holiday
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This was a nice trip where we get chance to take the cultural insights of Kathmandu Valley. Machhindra is a very knowledge guide. He answered all our questions passionately. We want to come again to e…This was a nice trip where we get chance to take the cultural insights of Kathmandu Valley. Machhindra is a very knowledge guide. He answered all our questions passionately. We want to come again to explore more about Nepal. Thanks!
We had a nice time during the Nepal highlights tour for 8 days, The cultural interaction in Kathmandu was great. Chitwan Jungle Safari was more exciting and Pokhara tour was incredible. We enjoyed a l…We had a nice time during the Nepal highlights tour for 8 days, The cultural interaction in Kathmandu was great. Chitwan Jungle Safari was more exciting and Pokhara tour was incredible. We enjoyed a lot. Once should do this trip to experience real Kathmandu Valley, Chitwan Jungle and beautiful Pokhara at Himalayan backdrop. Thank you.
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The Oriental Journeys tours are incredible. I can't say enough good things about this tour company. Machhin and his team are extremely pleasant, helpful, and friendly. Anil , one of the two tour gui…The Oriental Journeys tours are incredible. I can't say enough good things about this tour company. Machhin and his team are extremely pleasant, helpful, and friendly. Anil , one of the two tour guides, was truly inspirational. Nawaraj has a wonderful personality and was a delight to be around and was a wealth of information and wisdom. Everyone went above and beyond to ensure that our vacation was memorable. We made a lot of great friends. This is a company with whom I will definitely book another tour. Very well-organized and productive.
I have chosen Oriental Journeys for the Glimpse of Nepal Tour. Machhindra was a very informative, calm, and friendly guide. Everything went well. Thank you, Radhika for the wonderful welcome dinner at…I have chosen Oriental Journeys for the Glimpse of Nepal Tour. Machhindra was a very informative, calm, and friendly guide. Everything went well. Thank you, Radhika for the wonderful welcome dinner at Thamel. I would definitely recommend Oriental Journeys for the professional services.
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I came here after a recommendation from a friend, Charlotte. So far, I've enjoyed it. I'm glad I came here to witness and enjoy Nepal's natural beauty. All of the tour guides were extremely pleasant a…I came here after a recommendation from a friend, Charlotte. So far, I've enjoyed it. I'm glad I came here to witness and enjoy Nepal's natural beauty. All of the tour guides were extremely pleasant and courteous. It was fantastic! Thank you, Oriental Journeys!
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My family and I visited Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Chitwan, Lumbini, and Pokhara via Glimpse of Nepal Tour organized by Oriental Journeys and we had a fantastic time in each of these locations. The locati…My family and I visited Kathmandu, Bhaktapur, Chitwan, Lumbini, and Pokhara via Glimpse of Nepal Tour organized by Oriental Journeys and we had a fantastic time in each of these locations. The locations are very pleasant and we have enjoyed the scenic mountain views along with cultural differences.
I especially adored Lumbini, the birthplace of Lord Gautam Buddha. I've never seen such a peaceful and beautiful place in my life. Thank you for your assistance, Oriental Journeys Team!
I had a long plan to visit Nepal with my family. We were able to execute the plan as our last son also completed 8 this November. We find Oriental Journey's Nepal Highlight tour suitable for our famil…I had a long plan to visit Nepal with my family. We were able to execute the plan as our last son also completed 8 this November. We find Oriental Journey's Nepal Highlight tour suitable for our family tour. Machhindra Acharya organized everything perfectly, the weather also supported. Due to Omicron effect, there were only few tourists in the sights. Our kids enjoyed the tour fully, Specially the Chitwan Safari Tour and Pokhara. They loved Nepali Momos. Thanks to our tour guide for taking care of our kids with a fun filled activity. Accommodation were excellent. We recommend Oriental Journeys as the best Tour operator to come with family and Kids. Thank you
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ABC trek is a lovely walk for 12 days. Travelling through the paddy fields, passing the cool and well maintained villages,, walking in the deep valleys with alluring waterfall, and soaring mountains w…ABC trek is a lovely walk for 12 days. Travelling through the paddy fields, passing the cool and well maintained villages,, walking in the deep valleys with alluring waterfall, and soaring mountains was no doubt an amazing experience. Driving along the road to trail head was a crazy experience. Some parts of the trail were covered with rubbish of plastics wrappers and bottles. It was disappointing. Anyway I loved it. The trek was a glorious hike. Our guide Machhindra was helpful and friendly to support us in every step. Thanks to the Operator Oriental Journeys for wonderful trek.
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Had an wonderful wildlife and cultural heritage tour with Oriental Jouneys. The good hospitality by Machhindra while receiving us at Airport was the first good impression for us. Later on travelling w…Had an wonderful wildlife and cultural heritage tour with Oriental Jouneys. The good hospitality by Machhindra while receiving us at Airport was the first good impression for us. Later on travelling with the guide was more interesting and fun filled. Thanks for the good hospitality and briefing the cultural insights.
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It was a perfect family trip. We enjoyed the trek a lot. The scenery was beautiful all the way. The guide Machhindra and the porter sanjaya and Kumar are very good and they did a fantastic job. Always…It was a perfect family trip. We enjoyed the trek a lot. The scenery was beautiful all the way. The guide Machhindra and the porter sanjaya and Kumar are very good and they did a fantastic job. Always careful about our safety. Machhindra has rich information of every sites we visited. We feel lucky to have this company. This trek is highly recommended and the company seemed to do their best to make this trek the best experience possible.
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Thrilling and adventure Journey with amazing and friendly guide - Machhindra. Food was tasty. Accommodation as expected. Enjoyed the entire trip. Mountains, People, culture and more to see. One must g…Thrilling and adventure Journey with amazing and friendly guide - Machhindra. Food was tasty. Accommodation as expected. Enjoyed the entire trip. Mountains, People, culture and more to see. One must go Annapurna Base Camp Trek, if willing to visit Nepal. Thanks Oriental Journeys and team for everything.
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Besides Everest Three passes trek, I have taken Shivapuri Peak hike and sleeping Buddha sightseeing tour with Oriental Journeys! Shivapuri is a good place for hiking and it will provide you a glimpse …Besides Everest Three passes trek, I have taken Shivapuri Peak hike and sleeping Buddha sightseeing tour with Oriental Journeys! Shivapuri is a good place for hiking and it will provide you a glimpse of Kathmandu valley from the top. Instead of staying in Kathmandu valley, it would be a great idea to join with Oriental Journeys. Machhindra guide me for the trekking and it's really wonderful.
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It was an amazing trip to experience the culture, nature, and lifestyle of People in Nepal. We enjoyed hiking to Nagarkot and Dhulikhel a lot. The trail is all scenic. Our guide Machhindra showed diff…It was an amazing trip to experience the culture, nature, and lifestyle of People in Nepal. We enjoyed hiking to Nagarkot and Dhulikhel a lot. The trail is all scenic. Our guide Machhindra showed different mountain ranges from Nagarkot. The sunrise over the Himalayas seems very beautiful in the early morning. I would like to recommend people for this tour. I will come for the trekking to Mountain next year with the same company.
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I would say this a very fantastic tour. I did this tour with Oriental Journeys with my family. Pokhara is a beautiful city. we enjoyed boating in Fewa lake. We enjoyed a lot in a jungle safari in Chi…I would say this a very fantastic tour. I did this tour with Oriental Journeys with my family. Pokhara is a beautiful city. we enjoyed boating in Fewa lake. We enjoyed a lot in a jungle safari in Chitwan National park and encountered crocodile, gharial, rhino and different kinds of birds during jeep safari. Finally, Nagarkot is the best place for a scenic view of the mountain and we observed every moment of sunrise. We really enjoyed the tour and definitely recommend the tour and this company!
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Highly enjoyed the short trek with memorable experience. As it gets the name, it left us a good memory in short time. I got an opportunity to take a glance of cultural essence, heritage sites, short b…Highly enjoyed the short trek with memorable experience. As it gets the name, it left us a good memory in short time. I got an opportunity to take a glance of cultural essence, heritage sites, short but beautiful trek with religious harmony. It is really fantastic trek.
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Enjoyed the combined tour of Kathmandu, Pokhara, Chitwan and Lumbini along with Kathmandu Rim hiking. Good accommodation with many interesting activities. Will definitely recommend Oriental Journeys.
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Scenic trail to enjoy the mountain view. Good food, nice people and helpful guide. I am confident that Oriental Journeys is the best operator to organize family hiking trips in Nepal. They do perfect …Scenic trail to enjoy the mountain view. Good food, nice people and helpful guide. I am confident that Oriental Journeys is the best operator to organize family hiking trips in Nepal. They do perfect organization. Thanks
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We enjoyed the hiking trip around Kathmandu valley after Chitwan Jungle Safari. Nice trail to see mountains and Nepali villages. Thanks
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I choose the tour for easy hike and scenic route. I enjoyed as per my expectation. Thank team, Machhindra and Oriental Journeys for organization a memorable hiking trip and cultural sightseeing.
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Hiking here is easy but bit long. We enjoyed a lot with good memories. I prefer to recommend it for the hikers willing to walk 3 days long. Best part of the tour is scenic beauty with Himalayan panora…Hiking here is easy but bit long. We enjoyed a lot with good memories. I prefer to recommend it for the hikers willing to walk 3 days long. Best part of the tour is scenic beauty with Himalayan panorama. Good food, nice accommodation and friendly guide. Thanks Oriental Journeys
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Had a wonderful hiking with excellent weather. The mountain view was amazing from Nagarkot to Namobuddha through the trail. Good food, nice guide and perfect organization. Thanks Radhika from Oriental…Had a wonderful hiking with excellent weather. The mountain view was amazing from Nagarkot to Namobuddha through the trail. Good food, nice guide and perfect organization. Thanks Radhika from Oriental Journeys for your best organization.
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“A unforgettable trip, with an amazing, smart and very knowledgeable guide Machhindra. He took care of us from start to finish. Highly recommended this specific tour and company...I’ll will be BACK fo…“A unforgettable trip, with an amazing, smart and very knowledgeable guide Machhindra. He took care of us from start to finish. Highly recommended this specific tour and company...I’ll will be BACK for trekking again!!!!”
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Had a great fun. Food, accommodation, and transportation were perfect. Really enjoyed the trip with great and experienced guide, Machhindra
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The vibrant Nepal Highlight tour was memorable experience. Our driver and guide were both nice people. Enjoyed lot. The tiring part was journey in the highway. Thanks
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Wonderful trip with experienced guide. Had a good chance to experience the local foods and Nepali cultures, festivals and more. Chitwan Jungle Wildlife Safari was excellent. Could not see the mountain…Wonderful trip with experienced guide. Had a good chance to experience the local foods and Nepali cultures, festivals and more. Chitwan Jungle Wildlife Safari was excellent. Could not see the mountains from Pokhara because of bad weather but it was not the mistake of operator.
Thank you Radhika in Kathmandu and operator Oriental Journeys for your best arrangements.
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Me and my friend did the Gosainkunda Laurebina La Trek with Oriental Journeys after exchanging a couple emails about which trip would be best for us. We decided on Gosainkunda because it seemed to vis…Me and my friend did the Gosainkunda Laurebina La Trek with Oriental Journeys after exchanging a couple emails about which trip would be best for us. We decided on Gosainkunda because it seemed to visit the attractive lake and preparation for my next Everest Base Camp Trek and to test myself in the high altitude and alpine surroundings. I had done trekking few times before but never above 3500m. It was great experience with friendly guide Machhindra and his team.
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This was an awesome trekking ever. The circuit was really beautiful and has a diverse view each day. Although I do not have much trekking experiences before, I found it not too difficult. The guide an…This was an awesome trekking ever. The circuit was really beautiful and has a diverse view each day. Although I do not have much trekking experiences before, I found it not too difficult. The guide and porter will help you for the safe trekking and they care about what to eat and what to wear during the trekking. I will definitely recommend this trek with Oriental Journeys
I went to the Glimpse of Nepal Tour with my boyfriend from Oriental Journeys. We had a great experience on this tour. We visited the major UNESCO heritage sites of Nepal. Machhin is a great guide, inf…I went to the Glimpse of Nepal Tour with my boyfriend from Oriental Journeys. We had a great experience on this tour. We visited the major UNESCO heritage sites of Nepal. Machhin is a great guide, informative, educated and caring. The operator did well arrangement of the transportation, hotels and accommodations during the tour. Especially, in Chitwan and Pokhara, we had a wonderful time with amazingly beautiful sceneries. During the trip, we tasted many Nepal dishes. I loved Dal Bhat. We saw many wild animals, birds and enjoyed nature walk and canoe ride during Chitwan Jungle Safari. Thank you
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Best Trip. Amazing places and nice people. Despite the thrilling and scary trekking trail, we completed Everest Bast Camp Expedition with full safety. We enjoyed the entire trip. Thanks to our guide M…Best Trip. Amazing places and nice people. Despite the thrilling and scary trekking trail, we completed Everest Bast Camp Expedition with full safety. We enjoyed the entire trip. Thanks to our guide Machhindra and our porters Dil, Bhusan, and Dawa for taking care of us throughout the trip. We recommend our friends to visit Nepal and go through Oriental Journeys for a safe and best Organized trip.
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Annapurna Circuit Trek - the best trek we ever had
Oriental Journeys did so well taking care of us and giving us all the information we needed. Aneel, our guide, was absolutely amazing. He was well …Annapurna Circuit Trek - the best trek we ever had
Oriental Journeys did so well taking care of us and giving us all the information we needed. Aneel, our guide, was absolutely amazing. He was well informed about almost everything. We could request him for any kind of help. The owner Radhika had briefed us about every aspect of our trek. The accommodation, meals and arrangements were fantastic. We tasted different Nepal foods. We feel comfortable and safe throughout the trip. The mountain culture, local people and all the people we met on the way were greeting us everywhere. Nepali people are so lovely.
It was amazingly fantastic trek. I travelled with my girlfriend and it was a memorable experience. Manang and Mustang, are climatically different but interesting place. The high pass of Thorong La was…It was amazingly fantastic trek. I travelled with my girlfriend and it was a memorable experience. Manang and Mustang, are climatically different but interesting place. The high pass of Thorong La was tough but the best part of trek. Our guide Machhindra was very helpful and friendly. Our porter Sanjay was always smiling and happy person. We are planning another trek from Oriental Journeys in December. We will definitely visit Nepal again.
Both tours we did will Oriental Journeys were excellent. They made it so easy for us and also gave us wonderful insight into Nepalese life. It was a pleasure to travel with them
I did an 8 day tour of Nepal going to Kathmandu, Chitwan and Pokhara. Machindra does the guiding and his wife Radhika runs the business as director. The service was great, the accommodations were perf…I did an 8 day tour of Nepal going to Kathmandu, Chitwan and Pokhara. Machindra does the guiding and his wife Radhika runs the business as director. The service was great, the accommodations were perfect, the transportation seamless. Machindra even noted that a cool festival was happening during our tour and altered our plans to go see it. I had a great time and got to learn about Nepal without thinking about logistics once.
I had left my country and tour with so much positive energy. Our guide Machhindra was so patient, kind and friendly. He was also very attentive and professional, luckily we succeeded with sound health…I had left my country and tour with so much positive energy. Our guide Machhindra was so patient, kind and friendly. He was also very attentive and professional, luckily we succeeded with sound health. The route we took on the Annapurna Sunrise Trek, Ghorepani Poon Hill trek was through very interesting, different and beautiful terrains. We learnt and saw how locals lived and the Nepalese community are one of the most hospitable and friendly people. The trek was not difficult and very rewarding with beautiful scenery. We even managed to spot some wild monkeys, birds and fauna on the way up. Overall I would definitely recommend this tour and operator for perfect management.
This Nepal Highlights Tour was very nice and my guide Machhindra was very friendly and patient. He is a very well experienced guide with depth knowledge of culture and history of Nepal. Kathmandu and …This Nepal Highlights Tour was very nice and my guide Machhindra was very friendly and patient. He is a very well experienced guide with depth knowledge of culture and history of Nepal. Kathmandu and Pokhara city was an awesome city. And I was lucky because the view from Nagarkot in the mountains was under the sun: beautiful! I recommend Oriental Journeys for its seriousness!
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“This was my first time to Nepal. I liked the trip a lot. The trip was good organized with many things to see and do. I enjoyed the activities in the trip, and sightseeing was very interesting because…“This was my first time to Nepal. I liked the trip a lot. The trip was good organized with many things to see and do. I enjoyed the activities in the trip, and sightseeing was very interesting because our guide knows many things about it. I would recommend this trip to anyone who is traveling to Nepal and want to explore the entire country. All the famous places are covered in Glimpse of Nepal tour just in 8 days. Thank you Oriental Journeys team for this tour”.
We were a pair, that just finished the Glimpse of Nepal Tour 8 Days. The experience was amazing, and the Operator/Guide Machhindra did a great job.
The weather was amazing but was a bit hot but anyway…We were a pair, that just finished the Glimpse of Nepal Tour 8 Days. The experience was amazing, and the Operator/Guide Machhindra did a great job.
The weather was amazing but was a bit hot but anyway, frequent rainfall was neutralizing the temperature. The most important is that we visited Lumbini - Birthplace of Lord Gautam Buddha. The culture, nature, food and overall activities were amazing. Wildlife in Chitwan National Park was a wonderful experience and no doubt Pokhara is bustling. The view from Sarangkot was overwhelming with mountain Panorama. Will definitely recommend Oriental Journeys.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek with Sunrise from Poon hill was great had some awesome views and perfect weather at base camp and poon hill.
Our guide Machhindra did an awesome job of keeping us safe, warm,…Annapurna Base Camp Trek with Sunrise from Poon hill was great had some awesome views and perfect weather at base camp and poon hill.
Our guide Machhindra did an awesome job of keeping us safe, warm, dry, and well-fed. He is very friendly, helpful person and passionate about trekking and knowledgable for his age. He keeps a wide knowledge of culture, history, nature and mountains.
The accommodation provided was best on the available, we guess. Food were also good. We loved Dal-Bhat. "Dal-Bhat Power, 24 Hours". Our porter was a nice person, very helpful. Thanks to the operator Oriental Journeys for all perfect arrangement. We are planning to visit Nepal for 2020. We will be happy to recommend them.
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Sehr schönes Hotel. Die Safari war ebenfalls super.
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I had a great trip in Nepal , thanks to my guide Aneel Mahat. Macchindra also took very good care of me making sure that I got a flight free m lumbini to Kathmandu in the last leg of the trip. I am gi…I had a great trip in Nepal , thanks to my guide Aneel Mahat. Macchindra also took very good care of me making sure that I got a flight free m lumbini to Kathmandu in the last leg of the trip. I am giving 4 stars just because I missed on the views from Pokhara due to rain by weather. Highlights were sighting of rhinoceros just yards away in chitwan forest, and the wonderful Buddhist temples in lumbini.
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Every part of the trip was arranged perfectly! The communication with Oriental Journeys was very good with provided airport transfers. My stay at Bardiya was at a family-run resort (Nature Safari Reso…Every part of the trip was arranged perfectly! The communication with Oriental Journeys was very good with provided airport transfers. My stay at Bardiya was at a family-run resort (Nature Safari Resort). The family made me feel like at home, the food was very good and the owner was also one of my guides who told me everything I wanted to know about the park and it’s wildlife. I saw 3 tigers, a leopard and several rhinos. Besides that several beautiful birds, such as the paradise fly catcher.
I really recommend this trip to all nature lovers who want to experience a pure unspoilt Nepali national park.
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Our guide Leyu looked after us extremely well and highlighted safety with emphasis on comfort on the walk
The ABC accommodation was overbooked but not the fault of Oriental Journeys but the hotel whi…Our guide Leyu looked after us extremely well and highlighted safety with emphasis on comfort on the walk
The ABC accommodation was overbooked but not the fault of Oriental Journeys but the hotel which accommodated a group booking over our booking.
All effort was made to ensure we had a great trek.
I througherly recommend this Tour Company who were always responded to any enquiry we had.
We combined two tours hoping to get the best of both natural beauty and cultural experience. Matchindra was a wealth of knowledge and shared lots of anecdotes as well. His organisation along the way w…We combined two tours hoping to get the best of both natural beauty and cultural experience. Matchindra was a wealth of knowledge and shared lots of anecdotes as well. His organisation along the way was seamless which made everything so easy for us, even when we made last minute changes and additions due to the weather he was very obliging. Nepal was a terrific experience thanks to Oriental Journeys.
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Adventures Machhindra leads
Annapurna Base Camp Trek via Poon Hill
10 Days Nepal Tour (Kathmandu, Pokhara, Lumbini, Chitwan)
Annapurna Base Camp Trek - 10N/11D
Annapurna Sanctuary Trek (for beginner and elder trekker)
Mardi Himal Trek in Annapurna Region - 7 Days
Holy Lake Gosaikunda-Lauribina Pass 8 Nights / 9 Days Trek
Memorable Nepal Trip - 4 Nights / 5 Days
Langtang Valley Trekking
Langtang Gosainkunda Trek
Real Nepal Experience Tour 12 Days
Hike Kathmandu Rim with Heritage Tour - Experience lifestyle, Nature and Culture
Kathmandu - Chitwan Nepal Tour - Experience Heritage & Wildlife Safari
Glimpse of Nepal Tour 8 Days (Kathmandu, Pokhara, Lumbini, Chitwan tour)
Buddhist Circuit Tour in Nepal 9N /10D
Annapurna Sunrise Trek 10 Days
12 Days Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) Trekking
Glimpses of Nepal and Tibet Tour 14 Days
UNESCO World Culture Heritage Sites Nepal Tour
Short Everest Base Camp Trek
Nepal Highlights Tour - 8 Days
Kathmandu Heritage Sightseeing Tour
Annapurna Family Hiking Tour - 9 Days