K1 Adventures makes your expedition smoother and nostalgic with our dedicated, supportive guides who are IFMGA trained (International Federation of Mountain Guides Association ) and certified. They are always your first point of contact amidst the trek, and are always ready to assist you in the best way. A look at our family of guides who have their unique adventurous stories to share who come from different cultures :
As an adventurer who was born in the remote village of Rolwaling in the eastern region of Nepal, close to the Tibetan border, Dawa Chiri Sherpa has been on this mission to bring people like him close to the mountains and to nature for the past 25 years. Everest (15 times), Pachermo peak, Cho Oyu, Makalu & Annapurna expeditions.
A dedicated and amongst the finest guides from Rolwaling valley, he has been into mountaineering since 1996. Besides Everest expedition(16 times) and leading the Norwegian , he has Dhaulagiri, Shishapangma, Lobuche, Baruntse to his credit.
As an adventurer, he has greatly dedicated his services and inspired people both in Nepal and Norway. He has been to the Everest base camp in the year 2017 and 2019, followed by Lobuche peak & Dolma Khand in the year 2018. Besides the peaks mentioned above, he has led other climbs in various parts of Nepal.
Love for the mountains and adventure took Nima Choenzom Sherpa to new heights. As a female guide, she loves to interact with people. Her list includes Yalung Ri peak in 2011, Ghorepani Poon hill trek in 2014, Everest base camp & Imja-tse trek in 2018.
A mountaineer with tremendous potential, Ngima Gyalzen Sherpa belongs to Thame valley in Nepal and has become popular for the 8000 m peak category. A chart of his missions include Everest (Chinese side) in 2019, Everest & Ama Dablam in the year 2022.
An adventurer, polyglot and an MBA graduate from La Paz, Marco Soria first began his journey by gliding in 1987. He has the most numbers of expeditions to his credit and has led many expeditions overseas and in Bolivia (Cordillera Real).
He has successfully accomplished over thirty climbs on Sajama, and also has scaled many other peaks in Bolivia. Huayna Potosi is closely associated with him due to uncountable teams that he led atop this mountain. His experience and professionally shine through.
Always in high spirits, Hilarion Choque has spent his childhood in the small village of Tuni, near Cordillera Real. For over ten years, he has more than hundred expeditions to Huayna Potosi to his list, followed by Cruz range and Cordillera Real.
One of the notable guides who has led many successful expeditions to Illimani and Huayna Potosi. His way of explaining is amazing. For over fifteen years, he has also led some amazing expeditions to Illampu, the toughest of the mountains to climb in the Cordillera Real.
An amazing and skillful driver for over fifteen years now, Donato Ibanez was born near Illimani. Travellers and climbers appreciate his 4x4 driving, which always involves unforgiving terrain. He also knows a lot about the area.
She is always open to suggestions and ideas. Noelia Hoyos has been successfully liaising with climbers guides for smooth operations for many years now and never gets tired interacting with people. It can be concluded that she is the backbone of customers and workflow.
Jamie is an IVBV, UIAGM / IFMGA mountain guide from Ecuador. A person with a charming personality and love for adventure, he has led many expeditions in major parts of the world. He is also a lawyer and a lead guide
As an experienced UIAGM, IVBV Certified mountain guide, Jose Leonardo Salazar has led many expeditions in Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador and France, for over 15 years. He is actively involved in the nature conservation campaigns and leaves no chance in educating people
A UIAGM certified mountain guide with tremendous knowledge, Nicolas has achieved credits for climbing some of the worlds highest summits. He is also an instructor for the Ecuador Mountain Guide Association & also the best ultra-trail runner
A native of Chimborazo, Nicolas feels connected to nature. As a UIAGM certified mountain guide & an entrepreneur, he has participated in many expeditions. In 2017, he was also a part of the medical research team at Aconcagua
IVBV / UIAGM certified, Juan is an avid mountaineer, who loves rock climbing activities, cultures and languages. He also takes a keen interest in mountain biking, horse riding. He has led many expeditions along with 4 ascents to Alter's Obispo
He is an IFMGA certified mountain guide and amazing first aid staff who began his journey in the year 2000, and since then has undertaken expeditions in his home country Ecuador followed by Africa, Europe and North America. He always ensures that he shares all that he knows with the climbers.
He is a ASEGUIM & IFMGA qualified mountain guide, who has led many expeditions in Andes, Peru, Ecuador, Bolivia and Argentina. His love for teaching glacier & mountaineering skills has made him quite popular.
She has a vast experience in the field of mountaineering and has been associated with expeditions for over twenty years. Elisabeth holds university degrees in economy & management along with accounting. As a certified guide, she has led many international expeditions.