You will be led by professional climbing and trekking guides while your holidays in the Himalayas with Satori Adventures. Our climbing guides are experienced Everest and Himalayan veterans. Combined with our Sherpa support, this provides you with your best chance of secure summit.
Position: Senior Sirdar/ Climbing Guide
Mingma Sherpa has a real passion for climbing, having lived and climbed at high elevations in most of the Himalayan mountain ranges. He is one of our most experienced Himalayan Guides with a great personality and exceptional ability to work with and care for his climbing clients. He is earnest about his work with an immense sense of humor and loves giving his clients a real sense of Nepalese Sherpa culture. His English is suitable for essential communication during climbing and trekking. Mingma has been working with the principles of the business since 2006.
Mingma is a professional guide certified by the Nepal Government and Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) and has completed general and technical training on Mount Gangapurna and various advanced rescue programs.
Mingma’s summits include Everest (11th summit from both Nepal and Tibet), K2 (1st summit), Cho Oyu (1st summit), Shishapangma (1st summit), Manaslu (9th summit), Amadablam (05th summit), Himlung(4th summit), Putha (1st summit), and multiple summits of Island Peak, Mera Peak, Lobuche peak, Yala Peak, Chulu Peak and many other peaks above 6000 meters.
Position: Senior Climbing Guide / Expedition leader
Mr Pema is one of our company's affiliated climbing guides. He was born on 23rd August 1973 at Pathivara-01, Sankhuwasabha. He started his career as a porter at 18 and afterwards became one of the best Sherpa Guide in our team. With 30 years of experience in mountaineering expedition, peak climbing, and trekking, he has always intended to complete the journey with total dedication and satisfaction of the clients. He has been involved in training from HMG, Tourism Training Center, first aid training from KEEP, rock climbing, ice climbing training, etc. And a certified peak climbing guide by the NMA. Making him very professional and well-trained in this travel business.
He has climbed Everest via South Col (06 times), Everest via North Col (06 times), including Mt. Manaslu (09th times), Mt. Amadablam (7th times), Cho-Oyu (04th times) and Shishapangma (2 times), K2 (01 summit), Kanhenjung (01 summit), Annapurna (01 summit). Similarly, the summit of Muztagata, Shey Shikhar, Island Peak, Mera Peak, and Pisang Peak many times. Looking back, he has done many successful climbs during the spring and autumn seasons. Still, the number of the summit is adding up, and his still in a good physical and mental state to conquer many more mountains worldwide.
Position: Senior Climbing Guide/ Sirdar
Lakpa Tasi Sherpa has many years of experience living and climbing at high elevations. He has basic English proficiency for communication during expedition, climbing and trekking. He had attended various courses at Khumbu Climbing School, completed a week-long medical course at Khunde, and trekking and mountain climbing guide certification by the Mountain Climbing, Trekking Guides Association and Nepal Mountaineering Association, as well as advanced and basic mountaineering training by NMA. He also did advance photography training in Kathmandu.
Lakpa Tasi Sherpa’s climbing experience includes Everest from the South Col (7th time), Lhotse(1st time), Cho Oyu (2nd time), Manaslu (4th time), Shishapangma (1st time), Putha (1st time), Himlung (2nd time) and K2 (1st time). Including Island Peak (3rd time), Tilicho, Pisang Peak, Chulu East and West and many other 6000m peaks.
Position: Climbing Sherpa guide
Nima Sherpa was born on 1995.07.23 in the fifth highest mountain region Makalu 07, Sankhuwasabha. He has abounding years associate alive and advancing at top elevations. He has Basic English ability enough for admonition during advancing and trekking. He has different abounding courses with the Khumbu Advancing School and is able-bodied, completed a week-long medical beforehand at Khunde and is as strong a Biking and Mountain Advancing Guide certified by the Mountain Advancing and Biking Guides Association and Nepal Mountaineering Association. Mr Nima had also basic, advanced and rescue training from the Nepal mountaineering association.
He had summited Mount Everest from South Col (4th time), K2(1st time), Amadablam (1st time), Lhotse (2nd time), Manaslu (4th time), including peak climbing Lobuche, Island Peak, Mera Peak and other 6000m and 7000m peak.
Position: Climbing Sherpa guide
Lopsang Bhutia is an experienced mountaineering guide with an impressive record of summiting 8000m peaks, including Mt. Everest (2019), Mt. Annapurna (2021), and Mt. Kanchenjunga (2023). He has also successfully climbed 7000m peaks like Mt. Nanda Devi East, Mt. Trishul, Mt. Shatapan, and Mt. Kamet, as well as 6000m mountains such as Mt. Dharmashura, Mt. Papsura, Mt. Shivling, Mt. Bhakrati 2, Mt. Mera Peak, Mt. Lkhang Peak, Mt. Momostang, Mt. Stok Khangri, and Mt. Nandakot. Known for his professionalism, calm approach, and strong connections with clients, Lopsang ensures a safe and confident experience on every expedition. His respect for the mountains and dedication to sharing his knowledge make him a key member of our team, enhancing the quality of every climbing and trekking journey.
Position: Climbing Guide
Ngima Sherpa has a passion for climbing and many years living and climbing at high altitudes. Ngima was born on 19th March 1986 in 09-Bakachol, Khotang district. He took done RECCO introductory course, basic mountaineering, and trekking guide course in 2012 by Nepal Mountaineering Association. From the very start of his career till date, he has been working with Satori Adventure. He knows basic English sufficient for communication during climbing and trekking. Ngima is a very experienced and mature trekking expedition. He has been working in the industry for more than a decade now. He started his career as a porter staff on the trip and has worked as an expedition climber for a long time. Mr Sherpa has all the knowledge that an expedition guide needs to know. His climbing experience includes Mt. Everest in 2016, Lhotse (1st time), and Amadablam (4th time). Additionally, he has summited the other famous peaks of Nepal, covering 7000m and 6000m of Island Peak, Lobuche peak, Naya kanga, Mera peak, and Trishul Mountain (India).
Position: Climbing Sherpa guide
Mr. Pasang Ngima Sherpa, an experienced Expedition Climbing Sherpa and Trekking Guide from Sankhuwasabha, is an integral part of the Satori Adventures team. With training in basic mountaineering, rescue, and rock climbing, Pasang has summited Everest five times, as well as K2, Lhotse, Manaslu, Dhaulagiri, Ama Dablam, and climbed Mt. Aconcagua and Mont Blanc. He has also summited numerous peaks like Island Peak, Mera, Lobuche, Chulu East, and Yala Peak. Known for his calm under pressure and deep mountain knowledge, Pasang’s guidance ensures the safety and success of every expedition, earning him the trust and respect of both clients and colleagues alike.
Position: Climbing Sherpa Guide
Thuktang Sherpa was born in Yaphu -09 Sankhuwasabha area on the famous pathway to the Makalu. Witnessing throngs of Everest summiteers in his childhood, he heeded his call to become a Sherpa climbing guide and joined the NMA Mountaineering School in Manang, where he developed his professional approach to climbing and guiding. With many years of climbing and guiding experience, he has become one of our most experienced and valuable Sherpa guides. He is a professional guide certificated by Nepal Government and Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA); general and technical training in Manang. He also has formal training and certification as Trekking and Mountain Climbing Guide from Mountain Climbing and Trekking Guides Associations.
He has a great Sherpa personality with maturity, caring for customers with a great sense of duty and humour, making the ‘Climbing with Sherpa’ experience memorable and safe. He is very serious about his work but exhibits a high sense of humour, giving customers a real sense of Nepalese Sherpa culture and a first-class climbing experience. His English is sufficient for communication during climbing and trekking, and he has a repertoire of humour for all occasions and situations to make the climbing experience not only safe but fun as well. He had summited Mount Everest from South Col (2nd time), Mount Amadablam (2nd time), Manaslu (1st time), Himlung (1st time), and Dhaulagiri (1st time), including peaks like Lobuche, Island Peak Mera Peak and other 6000m and 7000m peak successfully.
Position: High Altitude Climbing Guide
Furte Sherpa was born on 07 April 1994 in Makalu-04, Sankhuwasabha district in the eastern part of Nepal. With his excellent personality and high experience in mountaineering and expeditions, he is valuable to all our existing and new members. From the beginning to this date, he is showing his genuine interest, profound responsibility, and hardworking in his work. He is also a certified peak climbing guide by the NMA. With many years of climbing and guiding experience, he has become our experienced Sherpa guide. He loves guiding and taking excellent care of his clients. His climbing experience includes Mt. Everest South (8,848.86 m)(3rd time), Everest North (1 time), Ama-Dablam, (1 time), Manaslu (1 time), Himlung Himal (2nd time), Island Peak (2nd time ), Labuche Peak (2nd time), and other several peaks above 6000m.
Position: High Altitude Climbing Guide
Mr. Pemba Tamang, a climbing guide from Bakachol - 2, Khotang, is an enthusiastic climber with an abundant of knowledge and expertise. He obtained his training as a trekking guide in 2013, basic high mountaineering rescue and introductory training in 2017, basic climbing, basic first aid, and rock level I in 2018, and basic navigation training in 2023. Since 2014, He has worked as a climbing guide for our organization. He has grown to be one of our most experienced guides after many years of climbing and leading. He enjoys guiding and caring for his customers. For communication during climbing and trekking, his English is adequate.
Mr. Pemba Tamang has summited Mt. Annapurna twice, Mt. Makalu twice, Himlung Himal three times, and a number of peaks in the 6000-meter range, including Mt. Island Peak, Mt. Mera Peak, Mt. Lobuche East Peak, Mt. Gyaljen Peak, Mt. Pisang Peak, and Mt. Dhampus Peak.
Position : High Altitude Climbing Guide
Pemba Ongi Sherpa is a highly skilled and experienced mountaineer with a remarkable track record of successful summits, including multiple ascents of some of the world's highest peaks. With extensive training in Basic Mountaineering, First Aid, and Rescue techniques, Pemba has summited Mount Everest (South) four times (2011, 2016, 2018, 2022), as well as Mount Manaslu, K2, and Lhotse. His achievements extend to 7000m peaks, including Mount Ama Dablam, and numerous 6000m peaks such as Island Peak, Mera Peak, and Lobuche Peak. A proud Nepali national and seasoned Sherpa, Pemba is fluent in Nepali, English, Sherpa, and Hindi. He is a dedicated member of Satori Adventures, where he continues to share his expertise with clients seeking to explore the Himalayas.
Position: Climbing Guide
Mr Nurbu Sherpa was born on 07th May 1985 at Makalu-05, Sankhuwasabha district. He is a devoted, disciplined, and active climbing sherpa guide. His personality and experience in mountaineering and expeditions are precious to all climbers. He has a high success rate helping his client summit and has been doing so since the spring of 2015. He had faced several unfortunate circumstances during the summit period of several mountains and peaks, and he cleverly managed the difficulties and turned hardships into successes. Nurbu is one of our most experienced Himalayan guides with a great personality and exceptional ability to work with and care for his climbing clients. His English language skill is satisfactory, and he communicates fluently during climbing and trekking. He received his trekking guide training from the Nepal Academy of Tourism and Hotel Management. Also received introductory rock climbing training & basic mountaineering from the Nepal Mountaineering Instructors Association. His climbing experience includes Everest (2nd time), Baruntse (7th time), Tukuche, Ama Dablam, Mera Peak, Pharchermo Peak, Pisang Peak, Thapa Peak, and Dhampus Peak. Along with successfully summiting the famous Himal peaks of Nepal, he also has a long time of experience summiting some famous peaks of India like Nanda Devi, Trisul, and Kamet.
Position : Climbing Guide and Mountain Photographer
Pasang Gyaljen Sherpa, born in Yaphu Sankhuwasabha, is a seasoned mountain guide and adventurer with a passion for the Himalayas. He has received basic mountain training, equipping him with the skills to navigate the challenging landscapes of Nepal’s high peaks. In addition to his climbing expertise, Pasang also pursued photography training, capturing the breathtaking beauty of the mountains he traverses. His mountaineering achievements include summiting Mount Everest once and climbing Ama Dablam twice, two of the most iconic and demanding peaks in the world. Pasang’s combination of technical skills and keen eye for photography has enabled him to share the grandeur of the Himalayas with others. His dedication to the mountains, coupled with his training and accomplishments, has made him a respected figure in Nepal’s mountaineering community. Through his work, Pasang continues to inspire climbers and trekkers from all over the globe.
Position: Mountain Guide
Pasang Nurbu Sherpa, born in Yaphu Sankhuwasabha, is a highly skilled and experienced mountain guide from Nepal. With a deep-rooted connection to the Himalayas, Pasang has dedicated his life to the mountains, working as a professional mountain guide. He received his introductory training in mountain climbing from the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) and further honed his skills through Trekking Guide training from the Nepal Association of Tour and Trekking Agents (NATTA). Over the years, he has achieved remarkable feats, including summiting Mount Everest three times, showcasing his expertise in handling the challenges of the world’s highest peak. Pasang has also climbed Ama Dablam twice, Himlung once, and has led successful expeditions on Lobuche and Island Peak, demonstrating his versatile skills across various challenging terrains. His in-depth knowledge of mountain routes, safety protocols, and his passion for guiding trekkers and climbers has earned him great respect in the mountaineering community. With a commitment to sharing his expertise and promoting mountain tourism in Nepal, Pasang Nurbu Sherpa continues to inspire both local and international adventurers on their Himalayan journeys.
Position: Climbing Guide
Ongdak Sherpa was born on 1st Nov 1998, at Makalu - 4 , Sankhuwasabha district. He is one of our team's youngest and yet more robust climbing sherpa. His young, enthusiastic habit and no give-up spirit motivate other team members. He is a fun-loving, amiable and humble person who loves to work in the lap of the Himalayas. He has been involved in the expedition and peak climbing and has been able to summit in his short time. He has a go-getter attitude, making him successful in most summits. Despite facing lots of hurdles during the expedition and peak climbing, the way he tackles the situation is impressive, and he always returns with an entire successful summit. He has done an introductory mountaineering course and rock climbing training, which added a plus point in his mountain career. A few of his summits are Mt. Everest South (1st time), Mera Peak and Lobuche Peak.
Position: Climbing Sherpa and Trekking Guide
Mr Nar Bahadur Astani from Sindhuli is a passionate climber with a wealth of knowledge and experience. He works as a climbing and trekking guide for our company. He obtained lots of training like IFMGA/ Diploma in Mountain Guide, DISCENT IS 3000CH/ France and Swiss SKI Level Two, NMA SKI Level One, HCMS/TOT/ General Trainings of Trainer, NNMGA/ NMA Aspirant Guide, NMA Advance Mountaineering Training, NMIA Rock Level One, NMIA Basic Rescue Training, NMIA Navigation Course, Ice Climbing Advance, NMIA Basic Mountaineering Training, NMIA Introductory Rock climbing course and NATHAM Guide Trainings. After several years of guiding and climbing, he has become one of our most skilled Sherpa climbers. He enjoys assisting and tending to his clients. He has summited Mt. Everest, Mt. Lenin Peak, Mt. Amadablam and from 6000m Mera Peak, Island Peak, Lobuche Peak, Chulu East Peak, Sarebung and Pachermo Peak. He also did 100 days on the Upper Great Himalayan Trail.
Position : Climbing Guide
Phur Tenji Sherpa, born on October 24, 1986, in Chheskam Solukhumbu, is a seasoned and highly skilled climbing Sherpa guide. Currently residing in Kapan 11, Buddhanilakantha, he stands at 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighs 78kg. As a Ngangombu Sherpa, he has deep roots in the mountaineering culture, with his mother being Phurphuti Sherpa. Phur Tenji has undergone extensive training, including Advanced Mountaineering Training in 2012, Basic Mountain Rescue and Basic Mountaineering Training in 2010, Hill Walking Navigation and Trekking Guide certifications in 2010, Introductory Rock Climbing in 2009, and Food Preparation and Control Training in 2008. He has successfully summited several challenging peaks, including Mount Everest (8000 meters) in 2016 and 2018, Mount Cho Oyu in 2017, and Mount Manaslu in 2020. Phur Tenji has also made remarkable achievements in smaller peaks, becoming the first Nepali to ascend Arniko Chuli Peak, Island Peak 56 times, Mera Peak 21 times, Lobuche Peak 4 times, and has climbed many other 6000-meter peaks. His wealth of experience and impressive record make him one of Nepal’s most accomplished and trusted climbing guides.
Position: High Altitude Climbing Guide
Tendi Sherpa belongs to the Solukhumbu, Sagarmatha, in the eastern part of Nepal. He started his career in his early life as a porter and then became a climbing Sherpa. He perused his climbing skills professionally in 2009. He had successfully summited the number of 6000m, 7000m and 8000m peaks of Nepal. He received his climbing guide training from Nepal Mountaineering Association. He is a deep passion for trekking, climbing, mountaineering, and expedition within the lap of white snowy Himalayas. He has good sufficient skills and knowledge on the basis of English and Hindi to communicate with clients. Tendi Sherpa summit experience includes Mt. Everest (3rd time), Amadablam (1st time), Manaslu (2nd time), and Himlung (1st time). Similarly, he has several experiences under and below the 6000M peak climbing like Lobuche (2nd time), Island (3rd time), Mera (1st time) and Chulu East (3rd time).
Position: Climbing Sherpa and Trekking Guide
Mr. Rinjee Sherpa from Silichong, Sankhuwasabha, has years of expertise living and climbing at great altitudes in most Himalayan mountains. He is one of our most qualified climbing guides and enjoys interacting with other mountain lovers and climbing. He acquired Porter Guide License, Basic Mountaineering, Mountain Rescue, Mountain Navigation and Introductory Rock Climbing Training and Courses. He has summited Mt. Cho-Oyu, Dhaulagiri from 8000m and Mt. Baruntse and Mt. Amadablam from 7000m. 6000m peak climbing includes Saribung, Pokharkhang, Mera, Island and Lobuche East.
Position: Climbing Guide / Expedition leader
Mr Phurba Sherpa was born on 29th June 1989 in Pathivara-01, Sankhuwasabha. He started his career as a porter for 2 years and became a climbing guide at 20. He is a hardworking, active and diligent climbing guide. With 12 years of experience in mountaineering expedition, peak climbing, and trekking is certified as a peak climbing guide by the NMA. Receiving guide training from NATHM, an introductory mountaineering course by NMA, and first aid training by TAAN have added a plus point to his career and experience as a climbing guide. He has successfully summited Everest via South Col (3 Summit), Manaslu (1st summit), Lhotse (3 summit), Himlung (2 times) and AMA-Dablam (2nd time), including several famous peaks like Island Peak, Mera Peak, Yala Peak, Lobuche, Chulu Far East, and Pisang Peak. He is well known in the Japanese language. That's what made him the priority of most of the Japanese clients.