Elite High-Altitude Mountain Guide
Mr. Pemba Sherpa
Seven Everest summits. Forty years on the mountain.
Sherpa-led · Solukhumbu, Nepal
Welcome to Sherpalaya, a virtual world where you can explore the wonders of the Himalayas. Discover the beauty of the mountains, the culture of the Sherpas, and the history of the region. Join us on a journey of discovery and immerse yourself in the magic of the Himalayas.
Featured Trips
Everest
From $1,400 / person
Manaslu
From $1,250 / person
Langtang, Gosainkunda
From $700 / person
Mustang
From $2,200 / person
Why Sherpalaya
Every itinerary is shaped by guides born in the Khumbu — not subcontracted, not outsourced.
Three decades of Everest seasons, monsoon escapes, and remote-region trekking under our belts.
Max 12 trekkers per group, 1:4 guide ratio. We know your name on day one.
From a 7-day Poon Hill stroll to 60-day Everest expeditions — we run the full spectrum.
Meet your guides
Elite High-Altitude Mountain Guide
Seven Everest summits. Forty years on the mountain.
Multifaceted Mountaineer and Social Entrepreneur
Mountaineer, social worker, restaurateur — the man who built Sherpalaya.
Choose your adventure
Journal
May 19, 2026
You do not need to be a runner to reach Everest Base Camp — you need to be a walker. Here is the 12-week plan we share with our own clients before they fly to Kathmandu.
May 19, 2026
Annapurna or Everest? We compare difficulty, scenery, cost, and crowds so you can pick the right Nepal trek for your first Himalayan adventure.
May 19, 2026
Quieter trails, raw mountain culture, and one of the highest passes in the Himalaya. Here is why we send experienced trekkers to Manaslu instead of Annapurna.
Ready when you are
Tell us where you want to go — we'll handle the rest.