Kalyan Gurung – Senior Mountain Guide

Kalyan Gurung is a skilled and experienced Himalayan mountain guide with an impressive background in high-altitude mountaineering, trekking, and expedition leadership. Over the years, he has successfully guided climbers across Nepal's most challenging mountains, from popular trekking peaks to demanding 7,000-meter and 8,000-meter expeditions. His technical expertise, strong leadership, and unwavering commitment to safety make him a trusted guide for climbers seeking unforgettable Himalayan adventures.

Training & Certifications

Kalyan has completed a wide range of professional mountaineering and rescue training programs, including:

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

Professional Licenses

• Trekking Guide License: 15364
• Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) Climbing Guide License: 9996

Mountaineering Experience
6,000-Meter Peaks

Kalyan has successfully climbed and guided numerous trekking peaks throughout the Himalayas, including:

• Cholatse Peak
• Lobuche East
• Island Peak (Imja Tse)
• Mera Peak
• Chulu Far East
• Chulu West

7,000-Meter Expeditions

His high-altitude expedition experience includes successful ascents of:

• Himlung Himal (7,126 m)
• Baruntse (7,129 m)
• Putha Hiunchuli (7,246 m)

8,000-Meter Expeditions

Kalyan has also successfully summited some of the world's highest mountains, including:

• Manaslu (8,163 m)
• Mount Everest (8,848.86 m)

Professional Expertise

Kalyan Gurung possesses extensive experience in glacier travel, fixed rope systems, alpine climbing techniques, and high-altitude rescue operations. His ability to make sound decisions in challenging mountain environments, combined with his calm and supportive leadership, ensures every expedition is conducted with the highest standards of safety and professionalism.

As a valued member of the Alpinist Club guiding team, Kalyan is dedicated to helping climbers achieve their mountaineering goals while delivering safe, rewarding, and memorable experiences in the Himalayas. His passion for the mountains and commitment to excellence continue to inspire climbers from around the world.