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Multi-Day Treks
"A Special Nepali Adventure" — Maryanne H, March 2026
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"We trekked 26-29th March from Nagarkot to Balthali in rural Nepal passing through varied and beautiful landscapes with villages, woodlands, mountains and rivers. Our knowledgeable guides pointed out birds, flowers, trees and buildings of interest along the way, and we learnt much about local culture, history and environmental issues.
We took in brief detours to Bhaktapur and Panauti, both ancient towns with immense historical significance. We stayed at carefully chosen good hotels all with great views towards the high Himalayas — sadly shrouded in cloud for our trek! We also ate some delicious local food along the route, always accompanied by generous Nepali hospitality.
Some of our route was along roads with traffic which was disappointing but mostly we walked on good paths with amazing views sometimes from high up mountains. This trek was coordinated by Jeny Pokharel the founder of Sasane Sisterhood and we learnt a lot about the valuable work this organisation does to support and retrain women. I recommend anyone considering trekking in Nepal to check them out.
I ended the trek feeling enriched and very confident to explore this amazing country further."
Route: Nagarkot → Balthali (4 days) | Type: Friends | Rating: 5/5
"Lifetime Experiences" — soltész e, March 2026
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"I had a really amazing experience with Sasane. I was on a hiking tour with them, on 3 different areas in Nepal and all of that was a super exciting. And also tried the momo making cooking class that was a nice and chill program and not too much long it is good on a relax day after the hiking tour.
We were in Pokhara and Nagarkot — there are two beautiful city on a mountain side, and the nature and the view from the top of the mountains was incredible. We visited a lot of temples and interesting places, we explored places what mostly just the locals know.
The 3rd place was Ghyangphedi — this place was my personal favourite it is a hidden gem in Nepal rural area between in the mountains. Everything is so natural and the locals welcomed us with huge warm. We slept in a small teahouse top of the mountain so close to the nature the vibe was indescribable.
I absolutely recommend that tours for everybody. They organized really exciting and well-planned programs, and I always felt safe and taken care of."
Route: Pokhara, Nagarkot, Ghyangphedi | Type: Friends | Rating: 5/5
"Five Day Trek in Nuwakot Nepal" — Steve M, Illinois, October 2019
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"My wife and I went on a 5 day trek to a series of rural villages in Nepal organized by Sasane Sisterhood. This was not the typical tourist trek. The three women guides were fantastic. Their contacts in the area allowed us to meet people in the villages and truly participate in cultural experiences. Staying in rustic accommodations and eating local foods made for a very authentic trip. The guides were extremely professional and knowledgeable. We always felt safe and well cared for.
Sasane's mission is to eliminate human trafficking, gender-based violence and child marriage in rural Nepali villages. Our participation on this trek helped to support their goals. This was a very special experience for a great cause."
Route: Nuwakot rural villages (5 days) | Type: Couples | Rating: 5/5
"Trekking in Nuwakot Area" — Philip M, New York, October 2019
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"Seven of us from the US, plus three Sasane guides and three porters set off for a five day village to village trek, far north of Kathmandu. Sasane's organization was excellent throughout. By the end of the first day it was apparent that the long uphill sections were too taxing for my wife and me, both in our 70s. The guides responded wonderfully, and set the two of us up with a milder option, staying longer in the first village and later helping us on an easy path to the second village.
This allowed us to really experience everyday village life at a deeper level than would otherwise have been possible. What beautiful people, and what scenery! Unforgettable, and thanks to the professionalism of all the Sasane personnel."
Route: Nuwakot villages (5 days) | Type: Group of 7 | Rating: 5/5
"True Sisters" — noellea872, April 2019
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"The Sasane women are the real deal — our trek was amazing and our guides and porters were upbeat, encouraging and supportive in every way. They will remain a part of my heart forever! They created a sense of family with their sense of humor and joy and we all felt humbled by their courageous work in protecting and empowering women, decreasing human trafficking, and in uplifting Nepali communities through education and jobs. The homestead hosts all cooked delicious fresh food and were warm and welcoming."
Route: Multi-day trek | Type: Group | Rating: 5/5
"Travelling With Purpose" — Triin, August 2017
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"Had an incredible experience visiting and learning about the work this organization does and how a bigger purpose and supporting the right cause is so important when travelling. SASANE is an amazing non-profit organization with long-term sustainable projects supporting and empowering women human trafficking survivors.
Their recently founded travel and trekking company is also led by women survivors themselves, who have completed training and become certified trekking guides. They also do treks to remote mountain villages (routes which are still undiscovered by tourists), all with the purpose of supporting those local communities, providing them alternative incomes and therefore preventing human trafficking.
The women survivors themselves are incredibly sincere and friendly — especially great also for anyone (e.g. solo female travellers) looking for female trekking guides! (otherwise not that easy to find in Nepal)"
Route: Various | Type: Solo | Rating: 5/5
Day Hikes & Tours
"Amazing!!" — Anjali, March 2023
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"I have done 2 day-hikes with SASANE (one in Pokhara and one in Kathmandu) and both were amazing!! The guides are very kind and accommodating. This is an amazing organization and I highly recommend that you support their cause."
SASANE responded: "Thank you Anjali very much for choosing us for your 2 days hike. In future we will be offering even more hiking and trekking routes. We look forward to hosting you again when you are back in Nepal."
Route: Pokhara + Kathmandu day hikes | Type: Solo | Rating: 5/5
"Such an Authentic Experience — Great for Solo Female Travelers" — Kathleen, Omaha, February 2021
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"I had so much fun last weekend doing a hike to Nagarkot, an overnight stay, sunrise hike, tour of two UNESCO world heritage sites with Laxmi. We ended with a momo cooking class back at Sasane, where I got to meet some of the sisters, learn about the organization and hear cheerful voices of the students in their paralegal class going on in the next room.
This organization specializes in off-the-beaten path travel, connecting you to local communities, while still ensuring you get to see the famous sites Nepal is known for. Laxmi planned and arranged the itinerary, transport and food and was such a fun, caring guide.
I cannot recommend this tour company enough especially for solo female travelers. I felt very safe and accompanied. I got a glimpse into real stories from real people we met in communities along the way. The passion they have for connecting communities to sustainable sources of income, while protecting and educating women and girls is incredibly moving."
Route: Nagarkot hike + sunrise + UNESCO sites | Type: Solo female | Rating: 5/5
"Visiting Khokana Village and Sikali Temple" — Mariana F, July 2022
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"I wanted to travel far from the 'common touristic places,' and SASANE was perfect for understanding it. One of the girls went with me to the Sikali Temple and Khokana Village, guiding not only the hiking but the conversation and interacting with the locals (once I didn't speak much Nepali). I have met several families, kids, rice planting, and a new and different culture for me! It was exceptional!"
Route: Khokana Village + Sikali Temple | Type: Solo | Rating: 5/5
"A Truly Wonderful Trek and Impressive Company!" — Amar P, August 2019
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"The work that Sasane do to help these young women who have escaped from human trafficking and turn their lives around is truly commendable and warrants a lot of praise! I visited Sasane for a 1 day tour and it was great, the Sisters who were our tour guides were so informative and knowledgeable about everything we were doing and would give excellent bits of information about what we were seeing while we were trekking!
They also gave us plenty of practical advice while trekking, including what rocks to avoid as they might be slippy. I was thoroughly impressed by the trek, the guides, the company! I would whole heartedly recommend them to anyone considering trekking in Nepal."
Route: Day tour/trek | Type: Solo | Rating: 5/5
"Fun and Adventure that Empowers Women!" — LAG2013, October 2018
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"SASANE is an incredible organization that supports and empowers women survivors of human trafficking and gender-based violence. SASANE Sisterhood Trekking and Travel employs women survivors and provides great day tours around Kathmandu along with trekking and hiking tours. All of the women are licensed trekking guides and are fantastic! I can't recommend them enough! You'll be in great hands and for sure will have a lot of fun and adventure with them."
Route: Day tours + hiking | Type: Solo | Rating: 5/5
City & Cultural Tours
"The Best Local Guide and Culture Experience" — Ada, San Francisco, April 2023
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"What an amazing experience! I enjoyed every minute of the city tour led by the Sasane guide — very knowledgeable with great sense of humor! The Momo cooking class is a must try — most delicious Momo and great culture experience. Doing all of these with this life-changing non-profit company run by human trafficking survivors just takes this whole experience to the next level! Highly recommend!!"
Route: Kathmandu city tour | Type: Friends | Rating: 5/5
"Excellent Guides!" — Karen H, San Francisco, April 2023
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"Our SASANE guides were incredible! They have so much knowledge of the history, culture, and environment in Nepal. They did a great job showing us the most interesting sites and answering all our curious questions. Definitely recommend!!"
Route: Cultural sites tour | Type: Friends | Rating: 5/5
"Learn, Have Fun and a Good Cause!" — Jane B, March 2025
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"I did a cooking class and on a different day I did a tour of Bhaktapur. I had a great time learning about the culture of Nepal through both cooking class and the tour. As a solo traveler it was nice to spend the afternoon with others. The food was delicious and I learned so much that I would not have known if it wasn't for this class. All the women were pleasant and helpful.
On the tour she presented the history of the town and architecture. Then we enjoyed the local yogurt and ice cream. I highly recommend doing a program with Sasane. It is an important cause and they have a solid plan of how they have helped and continue to support women. Make a difference and have a good time doing so!"
Route: Bhaktapur cultural tour | Type: Solo | Rating: 5/5
"Kathmandu City Tour" — Rebecca M, October 2017
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"Was nice to know we were supporting a good cause. We were taken to all the main sites and then had a demonstration on momo's and lunch. Was the best food we had while we were in Kathmandu. Wasn't a luxury car or the cheapest tour but worth it for the cause."
Route: Kathmandu main sites | Type: Friends | Rating: 4/5
Cooking Classes & Cultural Experiences
"Incredible Experience, Even More Incredible Organisation!" — Becki B, March 2024
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"I had such a wonderful time on a cooking course with SASANE! The staff were incredible and every element of the course was perfect, from having delicious momos before having a very informative presentation, to learning the step by step way to create a full Thali, it really was an unforgettable experience. The work SASANE do is also so vital in Nepal and I recommend that anyone visiting Kathmandu or Pokhara to not only support their work but also have a memorable experience with them too."
Type: Solo | Rating: 5/5
"Impressive Project and Very Interesting Day" — Sara D, September 2019
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"My boyfriend and I visited the SASANE project during our travel across Nepal with G-Adventure, one of the supporters. It was touching and very interesting to know more about these brave women and about this amazing project that is the only help for the rehabilitation of survivors of human trafficking. We really enjoyed to learn how to make momo with the survivors! Well done."
Type: Friends | Rating: 5/5
"Making Momos with Sasane" — crmontel, New York, October 2019
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"My friends and I had a wonderful time learning to make momos and learning about the inspiring work done by the Sasane Sisterhood. In addition to having a mentored, hands-on cooking experience, we were treated to a delicious meal, and more momos than we could eat, accompanied by freshly made sauces. One of our teachers presented a lecture on the work done by Sasane to combat human trafficking, rescue victims of trafficking, and provide them with skills and support to re-enter society as productive, empowered women."
Type: Friends | Rating: 5/5
"Worthy Cause and Good Food" — William B, Rochester, March 2018
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"I would strongly encourage you to visit the Sasane Sisterhood. They are an NGO dedicated to helping victims of human trafficking. They fund their organization with lunches that are a presentation on their work, instruction on how to make momos (Nepalese steamed dumpling), and a delicious Nepalese vegetarian lunch. You get to eat your own momos. The staff are very warm and delightful to interact with. Have a great interaction with local people and support a worthy cause."
Type: Friends | Rating: 5/5
"Must Visit!" — Sreelatha R, April 2023
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"Loved the cultural experience! Yummy momos and all for an excellent cause. Everyone was super friendly and welcoming."
Type: Friends | Rating: 5/5
"Empowering Women Through Tourism" — Mirjam44, Zurich, July 2022
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"It was a wonderful experience. The Momo Cooking class was great. It was really interesting to learn about the Sasane Sisterhood project and how they empower women."
Type: General | Rating: 5/5
"Educational Experience" — Sanne E, April 2019
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"I thought visiting SASANE was both very educational and tasteful! Really cool to learn how to make the traditional momos, and very important to learn about the female trafficking problems in Nepal."
Type: Friends | Rating: 4/5
Volunteer & Extended Stay Experiences
"Incredible Organization, Meaningful Work, and Heartwarming Experiences!" — cindysluo, Philadelphia, July 2019
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"I had an opportunity to volunteer with SASANE as an English teacher to girls in their Paralegal Training Team. I spent two months in Kathmandu and had a truly unforgettable and immersive experience. I lived in one of their guesthouses for volunteers and had a chance to interact with the SASANE girls, all of whom are so helpful and respectful.
During my two months in Kathmandu, I've visited Pashupatinath Temple, Boudhanath Stupa, Swayambhunath Temple, Thamel, Garden of Dreams, Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Namobuddha, Kopan Monastery, and Chandragiri Hills — all accompanied by at least one of the SASANE girls. On most trips, it was usually Lakxmi or Usha who made sure everything went smoothly. They helped bargain with taxi drivers, made sure we got on the right bus, and found safe places for us to eat lunch.
The girls made me feel extremely welcomed and supported from the moment I arrived in Kathmandu. Although the busy traffic and unpaved roads made me feel very nervous at first, some of the girls voluntarily offered to hold my hand when crossing the streets."
Type: Solo (Volunteer, 2 months) | Rating: 5/5
"Amazing Cause, Amazing Experience" — Emmeline, June 2019
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"I spent two months working with SASANE. This is a truly incredible organization which is doing so much to empower women in Nepal and help end the violent cycle of trafficking. If you plan on going to Nepal this is definitely a group you should support by trekking with them. The women are so friendly and knowledgeable; they made me feel right at home. Absolutely love the place and its people!!"
Type: Solo (Volunteer, 2 months) | Rating: 5/5
"Unforgettable Experience" — Miriam, October 2018
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"I spent a month at SASANE and my time there completely exceeded my expectations — I instantly felt like part of the family! Getting to know the incredible and dedicated people behind this wonderful organisation was a truly unforgettable and humbling experience. Booking a place at SASANE was quick and easy, and as I was traveling alone everyone showed great care in ensuring my journey was safe."
Type: Solo (Volunteer, 1 month) | Rating: 5/5
"Former Intern" — Rachel, June 2019
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"I had an excellent experience volunteering with SASANE. I volunteered for three months and immediately felt welcomed at the organization. There were lots of opportunities to contribute and I was really impressed with the project and the mission of the organization."
Type: Solo (Volunteer, 3 months) | Rating: 5/5
"Sasane Sisterhood of Survivors" — Pat Kirkland, Kelowna, Canada, July 2019
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"I had the pleasure of attending two of the Momo making classes, one in Kathmandu and the other in Pokhara. Great class and delicious Momos. Sasane is an organization that was started by women survivors for survivors of human trafficking.
If you have the opportunity to visit Sasane while in Nepal you will not only learn to make Momos but will learn about how Sasane is working towards creating social change to eradicate human trafficking in Nepal. Sasane helps train survivors of human trafficking in Paralegal training, tourism, as trekking guides, English classes, culinary and hospitality skills. These young women also go into the mountain villages to educate the communities about human trafficking so they can protect themselves."
Type: Solo | Rating: 5/5
General Praise
"Powerful Experience in Nepal!" — Ashley B, April 2023
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"Incredible organization! A must see when visiting Nepal. They offer so many great tourism opportunities — great tours, cooking classes, and handmade goods. Everything goes to support combating trafficking in Nepal."
Type: Friends | Rating: 5/5
"The Most Magical and Inspiring Stories" — layla e, November 2023
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"This was the most amazing experience, we learnt so much and were welcomed with the most loving hospitality, definitely a must do experience in Pokhara!"
Type: Business | Rating: 5/5
What the Reviews Tell You
Reading all 33 reviews, clear patterns emerge:
Safety: "I always felt safe and taken care of" (soltész e), "We always felt safe and well cared for" (Steve M), "I felt very safe and accompanied" (Kathleen). This is TripAdvisor's #2 popular mention for SASANE. For solo women travelers, this matters more than anything else.
Off-the-beaten-path: "Places what mostly just the locals know" (soltész e), "Routes which are still undiscovered by tourists" (Triin), "Far from the common touristic places" (Mariana F), "This was not the typical tourist trek" (Steve M). SASANE takes you where other tour companies don't.
Knowledge: Every single trek/tour review mentions guide knowledge — of history, culture, environment, architecture, birds, flowers. The 6-month training produces guides who can answer any question.
Adaptability: Philip M's group included a couple in their 70s — guides immediately created a lighter route. This flexibility appears across reviews: custom itineraries, pacing adjustments, dietary accommodations.
Purpose: Nearly every reviewer mentions the cause — but not as charity. As added value. The mission makes the experience richer, not heavier.
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Whether it's the Nagarkot-to-Balthali route, the hidden gem of Ghyangphedi, a Kathmandu Valley cultural tour, a 5-day village trek in Nuwakot, or a sunrise hike with Laxmi — SASANE's survivor guides are ready to show you their Nepal.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I read all SASANE reviews myself? SASANE has two TripAdvisor listings: SASANE Sisterhood Trekking and Travel (33 reviews, 4.8 rating) for treks, hikes, and cultural tours, and SASANE Momo Cooking Class (183 reviews, 4.6 rating) for cooking experiences. Some reviews appear on both listings.
Are these reviews real and unedited? Yes. Every quote is copied directly from verified TripAdvisor reviews. Each links to its original TripAdvisor page. We have not edited spelling, grammar, or content.
What trek routes does SASANE offer? Based on reviewer experiences: Nagarkot to Balthali (4 days), Nuwakot rural villages (5 days), Ghyangphedi village trek, Pokhara area day-hikes, Kathmandu Valley day-hikes, Khokana Village, Bhaktapur cultural tours, and Annapurna Base Camp. See all packages.
Is SASANE suitable for older travelers? Yes. Philip M (travelers in their 70s) specifically praised how guides adapted the trek for different fitness levels without compromising the experience.
Can I trek solo with SASANE? Yes. Multiple solo travelers (Kathleen, Jane B, Anjali, Mariana F) have reviewed their experiences positively. SASANE guides are trained in solo traveler safety and many solo women specifically choose SASANE.
