Welcome to our unique world of adventure!

Canadian Himalayan Expeditions Ltd., is one of the oldest and most respected adventure travel companies in the world. We have been safely operating expeditions and adventure tours all over the globe for over 25 years! Ours was the first adventure travel website ever posted on the internet, so we’re part of ‘net history, having served explorers online since 1993. Our philosophy has been to remain a small boutique-style adventure consulting company dedicated to personal service, as opposed to a large ‘packaged tour operator’ catering to thousands of people a year.

We specialize in trekking, hiking, and climbing trips all over the Himalayas and other mountain ranges of the world, but we also offer wonderful non-hiking adventures like wildlife safaris, Galapagos cruises, and high-end custom tailored private touring programs. The information on our site shows many of our trekking, climbing, and adventure tours in Nepal, Tibet, India, Bhutan, Africa, South America, and other exotic lands, but only your imagination is the limit. Our trips are designed to be genuine explorations for real travellers who are looking for the advantages of a well planned adventure, but also desire some freedom to do things on their own. Whether you want to visit the wilds of Bhutan on the toughest trek in the world, or an easy cultural tour, trek to Everest Base Camp, drive the Silk Road in Ladakh, climb Kilimanjaro, or do a luxury wildlife safari in the Serengeti, we’re the experts who do it right. Join us for the adventure of your life!

Joe Pilaar, Founder & President

Michael Dudeck, Vice-President & Operations Director

Upcoming Trips

Land Cost: $1780 (Kathmandu-Lhasa airfare: $470)

Departs every Thursday | April through November

Length: 11 days

| Max. Altitude: 17,100ft / 5220m

This non-trekking trip starts with an incredible mountain flight over the Himalayas from Kathmandu to Lhasa. After time to acclimatize and explore the Potala Palace and other sights of Lhasa, you take a spectacular drive across the vast arid Tibetan plateau to the lush valleys of Nepal. Along the way you explore fascinating monasteries and towns and see Everest’s north face (weather permitting)...

Land Cost: $2695

Jun 03 - Jun 23, '12
Oct 07 - Oct 27, '12
Nov 04 - Nov 24, '12
Dec 16 - Jan 05, '13
Jan 13 - Feb 02, '13
Feb 10 - Mar 02, '13

Mar 10 - Mar 30, '13
Apr 07 - Apr 27, '13
May 05 - May 25, '13
Jun 02 - Jun 22, '13
Oct 06 - Oct 26, '13
Nov 03 - Nov 23, '13

Length: 21 days total, 15-day trek

| Max. Altitude: 18,400 ft / 5600m.

This is certainly one of the world’s most fantastic mountain experiences! Visit Sherpa villages, base camp and trek up Kala Pattar for awesome views of the top of the world!

Land Cost: $2195

Mar 11 - Mar 28, '12 Apr 08 - Apr 25, '12 May 06 - May 23, '12 Oct 14 - Oct 31, '12 Nov 11 - Nov 28, '12 Dec 16 - Jan 02, '13

Jan 13 - Jan 30, '13 Feb 10 - Feb 27, '13 Mar 10 - Mar 27, '13 Apr 07 - Apr 24, '13 May 05 - May 22, '13

Length: 18 days total, 13-day trek

| Max. Altitude: 13,500ft / 4200m

Trek along the Modi Khola valley and marvel at the Annapurna range towering over you. This walk to the incredible mountain amphitheatre known as the “sanctuary” takes you to Annapurna I south face base camp.

Land Cost: $2690

May 1 - May 18 ’12
Sep 16 – Oct 03 ’12

May 12 – May 29 ’13
Sep 15 – Oct 02 ’13

Length: 18 days total, 13-day trek

| Max. Altitude: 13,300ft / 4050m

Until very recently, it was forbidden for any foreigners to visit the ancient Kingdom of Mustang. Now, with a special permit, we can show you this incredibly fascinating land!


  • Read about our Bhutan Snowman Trek, featured in National Geographic Adventure Magazine
  • Witness the amazing journey to Everest Base Camp!
  • Hollywood movie-star Steven Seagal goes to Tibet on a trip with Canadian Himalayan Expeditions.Steven with locals What's he doing?! Joe & Steven, Jokhang Lhasa Steven with Panda Steven at Barkhor Rinpoches meet Steven with Potala Seagal Group, Bamei Karma & Steven, Ganze Picnic near Drango Fans with Steven Joe & Steven in Tibet
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  • If you're looking for a quick winter escape to somewhere warmer than Mt. Everest, check out our beach-head base camp in sunny pacific Mexico!

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  • This travel bug (that I can only trace back to you) is unrelenting! The more companies I travel with, the more impressed I continue to be with C. H. E. You set an unmatchable standard on every front. Keep up the great work!

    Cynthia Johnston, Vancouver, BC

    I had a wonderful time! I can’t even begin to describe it, but let me mention that Cordelia was great as was the Nepalese staff. I feel like I made some good friends, as well as had some amazing experiences. Back home, I wonder: was that Heaven? And were they angels?

    Maureen Lynch, L. A. , CA