Rivers, ridgelines and summits run by the people who grew up on them. From the wild water of the Karnali to the south face of Ama Dablam every journey reinvests in the next generation of Nepali guides.
We are Anup Gurung & Rajiv Chand, co-founders of the Himalayan Outdoor Project. Built from decades of real Himalayan experience expeditions, mountaineering, river journeys and professional outdoor operations we created HOP with one clear purpose: to turn the Himalayan experience into meaningful impact.
Every expedition contributes directly to Nepal's remote regions. We reinvest 20% of every journey into:
When you join HOP, you're not just booking an expedition. You become part of a purpose-driven journey that creates opportunity beyond yourself.
"Your journey becomes someone else's beginning."
Every trip is built and led in-house no subcontracted guides, no recycled itineraries. White water, summits, trekking and field courses, each run by people who grew up on this ground. Prices shown are the Standard package, per person.
Three rivers, three characters from big-volume Class V freight trains to quiet multi-day descents through changing terrain.
White Water
From $1,790
Nepal's last free-flowing giant. Big-volume rapids through untouched gorge country.
White Water
From $1,290
A multi-day descent through changing landscapes, from alpine forest to lowland jungle.
White Water
From $1,700
A four-day trek to the put-in, then six days of continuous Class IV–V whitewater.
From the world's highest point to Nepal's most accessible trekking peak fixed ropes, real acclimatisation, no shortcuts.
The highest ground on earth. Full siege-style expeditions with fixed camps, dedicated Sherpa support and real acclimatisation rotations no shortcuts on the mountains that don't forgive them.
8000m
Price on Enquiry
The full siege-style ascent of the world's highest point, run by Himalayan-born guides.
8000m
Price on Enquiry
Summit two 8,000m giants in a single season via the shared South Col route.
8000m
Price on Enquiry
The essential stepping-stone 8,000m peak a majestic, less-crowded first giant.
Technical, far less crowded giants that bridge trekking peaks and the 8,000m league serious mountaineering objectives without Everest-scale queues.
7000m
From $12,500
A technical climb above the highest lake on Earth, in the Annapurna massif.
7000m
From $13,500
The highest peak in Far-Western Nepal a technical, rarely climbed 7,000er.
7000m
From $9,500
The classic stepping-stone 7,000er, in the once-restricted Nar-Phu Valley.
Nepal's classic trekking peaks glaciated, achievable climbs that give a real first taste of high-altitude mountaineering under rope and crampon.
6000m
From $6,500
Technical fixed-rope climbing on one of the Himalaya's most iconic peaks.
6000m
From $2,600
Nepal's highest trekking peak a non-technical gateway to the 8,000ers.
6000m
From $2,650
Nepal's most popular trekking peak a steep, glaciated intro to mountaineering.
6000m
From $9,500
A more technical, less crowded progression peak above the EBC trail.
Classic teahouse trails and quieter circuits across every region of Nepal, paced for real acclimatisation.
Nepal's least-crowded major trekking region remote ridgelines beneath the world's third-highest peak, far from the classic Khumbu and Annapurna crowds.
East Nepal
From $2,200
Both base camps of the world's third-highest peak, one of Nepal's least-crowded major treks.
The classic Khumbu approach Sherpa villages, monasteries and glacier views, whether you've got two weeks or want the shortest possible route to Kala Patthar.
Everest Region
From $2,250
The classic Khumbu approach Sherpa villages, monasteries and Kala Patthar at dawn.
Everest Region
From $2,900
The classic Khumbu approach, compressed with a scenic helicopter return.
The closest Himalayan wilderness to Kathmandu glaciers, yak pasture and Tamang villages reachable in a single long weekend.
West Nepal
From $1,050
The closest Himalayan trek to Kathmandu glaciers, yak pasture and Tamang villages.
Nepal's most varied trekking ground quiet circuits and the full Annapurna classic, both climaxing at high mountain passes above 5,000m.
Central Nepal
From $1,250
A quieter alternative circuit beneath the eighth-highest mountain on earth.
Central Nepal
From $2,150
A full circuit through Nepal's most varied terrain, climaxing at Thorong La.
Central Nepal
From $2,250
The Thorong La crossing and Annapurna highlights, condensed into 10 days.
Nepal's most untouched terrain remote, fully self-supported routes into Api, Saipal and the last forbidden kingdom of Upper Dolpo.
Far West
From $1,900
One of Nepal's most untouched trails, to the base of the highest peak in the far-west.
Far West
From $4,700
A fully-camping expedition into Humla, crossing the high Sankha La pass.
Far West
From $3,900
A fully self-supported crossing of two 5,000m+ passes into Nepal's last forbidden kingdom.
Educational programs built for people who want to operate independently in the backcountry, not just visit it.
Course
Student Leadership & Outdoor Education Programmes in Nepal
Outdoor leadership, survival and navigation for international-school students, taught entirely in the field.
Course
Map, compass and terrain training Basic (2 days) through Advanced (5 days), 100% field-based.
Course
GTE course in Nepal is a five-day, on-river course for raft guides and kayakers who want certification.
Trip reports, route notes and Nepal travel logistics from the guides who run these journeys.
Trekking
What first-timers actually need to know before taking on the classic Khumbu route.
Read on the blog
White Water
A journey to Nepal's last free-flowing giant and what makes it different from every other river here.
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Summits
Which climb is right for you comparing two of the Khumbu's most iconic peaks.
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Educational
Everything first-timers need to sort visas, trekking permits and region-specific paperwork.
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Trekking
Why the API Basecamp route deserves a spot on more trekkers' shortlists.
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Educational
Five questions worth asking before you book any operator here.
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Real trips, real feedback pulled straight from our Google reviews.
"More than 10 out of 10 — an unforgettable journey through Nepal. Our trip to Nepal with Himalayan Outdoor Project exceeded all our expectations. … What stood out most about Himalayan Outdoor Project was the way everyone combined professionalism with a warm, personal approach. We felt welcomed, listened to and genuinely cared for throughout our time in Nepal."
"From the initial planning stages through to the final day of the expedition, Rajiv and his team were absolutely fantastic. … Beyond the organisation and logistics, what really sets HOP apart is the personal approach. They genuinely care about delivering an exceptional experience and share the same enthusiasm for exploration and adventure as the people they support."
"Their support was beyond exceptional. In just over six weeks, we completed more than 500 miles of paddling across Nepal I'd recommend Himalayan Outdoor Project for anyone with a limited amount of time here."
"The Three Passes trek with our guide Abhinav was an incredibly fun, diverse and beautiful time. I can recommend 200% doing trips with him you will have an unforgettable time with a very chill and fun vibe!"
"The trip itself was life changing. Amazing whitewater with super fun times both in the big rapids and the calmer flat sections the wildness of the Karnali cannot be described."
"The Manaslu Trek with my guide Abhinav was such an amazing experience. The organisation and communication was excellent from the beginning."
"Absolutely fantastic service, from the early preparation talks to the on-the-clock response. Rajiv is your man for any logistics you need help with in Nepal."
"Professional, excellent guides and service. Quality gear, high safety kayaker ratio I felt I could push my limit on the river because of the trust I had in the guides."
"It was an absolute pleasure to meet wonderful people like Abhinav. He's incredibly considerate and always stays positive you will gain a new friend!"
"This company is in it for the love. True professionals who love what they're doing. Thank you HOP I hope to see you all again!"
"100 out of 100. There are many ways to carry out an expedition, and the way HOP does it makes the experience truly exceptional."
"The experience was exceptional. I have to thank all the staff guides, porters and everyone else for their hospitality and kindness in sharing their magnificent mountains with us."
"A huge thank you for this unforgettable experience in the magnificent Far East Nepal region of Kanchenjunga. Abhinav Deep was always cheerful, thoughtful, attentive and reassuring."
"Rafting with this team was incredible the perfect balance of thrilling rapids and pure fun. My phone was dead for the entire 10 days, and I didn't even miss it."
"HOP was an excellent tour operator, offering professional staff, practical guidance and suggestions at competitive rates. I highly recommend HOP for anyone planning travel in Nepal."
"This company are true professionals. We felt like one big happy family on the river — top notch professionals, everything is taken care of for you."
"100 out of 100 there's not a single thing to reproach about the experience, and even less about the incredible HOP team. A truly unique company."
"Service and expertise is exceptional. They set up camp along the river every night and taught us to kayak. The trekking was six days, stopping at tea houses up to 5,200m."
