Astani Magar – Senior Mountain Guide

Astani Magar is a highly skilled and experienced Himalayan mountain guide with extensive expertise in high-altitude mountaineering, technical climbing, and expedition leadership. Over the years, he has successfully guided climbers on numerous trekking peaks, 7,000-meter expeditions, and some of the world's highest 8,000-meter mountains. His technical knowledge, calm leadership, and unwavering commitment to safety have earned him the confidence of climbers from around the globe.

With years of experience navigating Nepal's most demanding alpine terrain, Ash Dhani combines professional mountaineering skills with exceptional expedition management. His dedication to client safety and success makes him an invaluable member of the Alpinist Club guiding team.

Training & Certifications

Astani has completed a comprehensive range of professional mountaineering and rescue training, including:

• Introductory Rock Climbing
• Basic Mountain Rescue
• Navigation Training
• Basic RECCO Rescue Training
• Rock Climbing Level I
• Ice Climbing Level I
• Wilderness First Aid

Professional Licenses

• Trekking Guide License: 2290
• Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) Climbing Guide License: 34110

Mountaineering Experience

6,000-Meter Peaks

Ash Dhani has successfully climbed and guided numerous technical trekking peaks throughout the Nepal Himalayas, including:

• Cholatse Peak
• Lobuche East
• Island Peak (Imja Tse)
• Mera Peak
• Chulu Far East
• Chulu West
• Scout Peak
• Yala Peak (White Yala)
• Mardi Himal Peak
• Pisang Peak
• Gokyo Ri
• Naya Kanga
• Cholatse

7,000-Meter Expeditions

His successful high-altitude expeditions include:

• Himlung Himal (7,126 m)
• Baruntse (7,129 m)
• Putha Hiunchuli (7,246 m)
• Churen Himal (7,371 m)
• Gurja Himal (7,193 m)
• Ngadi Chuli (7,871 m)
• Tilicho Peak

8,000-Meter Expeditions

Ash Dhani has successfully summited some of the world's highest mountains, including:

• Manaslu (8,163 m)
• Mount Everest (8,848.86 m)
• Lhotse (8,516 m)
• Makalu (8,485 m)

Professional Expertise

Astani Magar possesses extensive experience in glacier travel, fixed rope systems, alpine climbing techniques, expedition logistics, and high-altitude rescue operations. His ability to make sound decisions under pressure, combined with years of experience on technically demanding expeditions, allows him to confidently lead climbers through some of the Himalayas' most challenging environments.

Known for his professionalism, patience, and friendly approach, Astani is committed to helping every climber achieve their goals safely while enjoying an unforgettable Himalayan adventure. As a valued member of the Alpinist Club guiding team, he continues to deliver world-class guiding services with the highest standards