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 30 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: $9,875 USD

May 25 - Jun 23 ’23
Sep 24 – Oct 24 ’23*
*Thimphu Tschechu

May 23 - Jun 21 ’24
Sep 22 – Oct 21 ’24

Length: 30 days total. 25 day trek.

| Max. Altitude: 17,320ft / 5280m

This spectacular 30-day adventure in Bhutan begins with the 25-day Snowman trek into one of the country’s most remote valleys.

Land Cost: $2045

Jun 08 – Jun 23 ’19
Jun 29 – Jul 14 ’19
Jul 27 – Aug 11 ’19
Aug 18 – Sep 02 ’19

Jun 07 – Jun 22 ’20
Jun 28 – Jul 13 ’20
Jul 26 – Aug 10 ’20

Length: 16 days from New Delhi.

This trek is one of the most varied and beautiful treks in the world. It ventures high into the Himalayas crossing two 15,000+ ft passes as it circles from the edges of the Indus Valley, down into parts of Zanskar, through narrow valleys and vast expanses, along trails marked by elaborate chortens and mani walls, rewarded by views of jagged snow-capped peaks, and ending at the famous Hemis Mona...

Land Cost: $8150 USD

Sep 18 - Oct 06 '23
Sep 25 - Oct 13 '23
Oct 09 - Oct 27 '23
Oct 22 - Nov 09 '23
Mar 24 - Apr 11 '24

Apr 08 - Apr 26 '24
May 06 - May 24 '24
Sep 16 - Oct 04 '24
Oct 07 - Oct 25 '24
Oct 20 - Nov 07 '24

Length: 19 days.

| Max. Altitude: 4950m / 16,235ft

This trek offers you a diverse variety of Bhutanese landscapes and culture and is without doubt one of the most beautiful and unspoiled trekking areas in the entire Himalayas.

Land Cost: $3390

Oct 04 - Oct 24, '20
Nov 01 - Nov 21, '20
Nov 08 - Nov 28, '20
Dec 06 - Dec 26, '20
Mar 07 - Mar 27, '21
Apr 04 - Apr 24, '21

Apr 25 - May 15, '21
May 02 - May 22, '21
Oct 03 - Oct 23, '21
Oct 31 - Nov 20, '21
Nov 14 - Dec 04, '21
Dec 05 - Dec 25, '21

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: $3095

May 04 - May 21 ’20
Sep 14 – Oct 01 ’20

May 03 - May 20 ’21
Sep 13 – Sep 30 ’21

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

    See New Snowman Trek Video!

  • 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 Potala Karma & Steven, Ganze Steven with locals Joe & Steven, Jokhang Lhasa Fans with Steven Rinpoches meet Joe & Steven in Tibet Steven with Panda Seagal Group, Bamei Steven with Panda, 2 Steven at Barkhor Picnic near Drango
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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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  • I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, I’ve been on treks all over the world with different companies, and this is my 11th trek in Nepal, and the C. H. E. organization and staff are by far the best I’ve ever come across!

    Murray Snyder, Waterloo, ON

    Right from my first inquiry I was impressed with the professional and helpful way my many pre-trip questions were handled· the trek itself went way beyond my expectations· it was well-organized, the food was excellent, the trek support staff were excellent, and our trek leader Chris, given the weather problems we encountered, was truly remarkable.

    Kate Mitchell, Kitchener, ON