Sharing passion and experience

About World Sherpas

A unique set-up

The alliance of sherpas and clients

World Sherpas is born in a Nepalese lodge from a discussion between clients and Sherpas. We were discussing about the “ideal” treks and expeditions agency. What was an open chat became a true project between three clients and two Nepalese mountain guides built on common values

Our own experiences are the backbone of the service we offer as clients and as mountain guides. We put in World Sherpas the best of what we have seen and beyond because we are always looking to improve the service we offer. For example, we have introduced the satellite tracking of expeditions in order for family, friends or sponsors to follow your progression.

Join us in one of our trips and share our passion for mountains and people.

 

A commitment to excellence

A unique blend of experiences

Cian O’Brolchain is a former Irish tennis player. His trekking and climbing interests started at a very young age. Cian has climbing and trekking experience in the Rockies, Andes, Himalayas, the Alps, New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia, Central America, Scotland and throughout Ireland. His ascents include three 8,000 metre peaks (Mount Everest, Lhotse, Cho Oyu), Ama Dablam, Cholatse and first ascent of Beding Go. Between 2012 to 2017, Cian worked as a marketing and operations manager for a Nepalese based trekking and climbing company.

Furtemba Sherpa is a Nepalese IFMGA Guide from the Rolwaling region in Nepal with a vast experience of mountaineering. He summitted 14 times an 8,000m peak (Everest, Manaslu, Makalu, Cho Oyu) and he is a chief instructor with the Nepalese Mountaineering Association.

Growing up in the Canadian prairies, Dean Carriere bonded to the outdoors through x-country skiing, hockey and mountain biking.  He has been involved in sports all his life and continues to push his limits.  Coming from the Prairies, Dean had to travel to find altitude and began his climbing life with a visit to Peru and Argentina.  He has reached the summit of the highest mountains on each continent including Everest (Seven Summits).  Dean has also travelled and summitted peaks in South America , North America and Asia (including Lhotse, Manaslu. Ama Dablam and a first ascent of Beding Go).

Denis Autier is a French entrepreneur who spent most of his career as an investment banker, with a wide area of interests in sports and arts. He is also very interested in the digital world and new communication channels. Denis started as a keen climber in the French Alps. He discovered mountaineering expeditions in his early 50’s when he took a sabbatical leave and since then, he has continued to climb on various continents.

The passion at your service

Why choose us?

A unique quality of service

Our objective is that you live an unforgettable moment in your trip that will stay in your minds and hearts forever. From all our experience, we put together the best in people, organization and logistics to create a uniquely crafted trip with a lot of attention to details. For example, we train our guides to the use of cameras because we want you to keep nice memories of your trek or expedition.

A team that you can trust

We do not believe in cutting corners, not on mountains. Our staff is at the core of the trips we are proposing. We hand-picked our people on criteria such as expertise (e.g. IFMGA guides for climbing and courses), friendliness, reliability and sense of client service. Our detailed procedures and periodic training ensure the best possible quality of service.

A clear and transparent offer

You get from us a very clear price and list of services. Too often, as clients of treks and expeditions, we have experienced additional costs which were hidden to us. For example, in Nepal expeditions, tipping is de facto mandatory. Simple and transparent.

An eco-friendly company

World Sherpas is committed to the respect of the environment. Our treks and expeditions must keep the mountains in their pristine condition. We also support various ecological initiatives supporting the local populations. Participate with us in the preservation of mountains!
They trust us

Testimonies

I have climbed with Cian over many years. He was instrumental in helping me plan and prepare for my Everest Expedition, I shared climbing experiences with him in Scotland many times with him, on Ama Dablam, and also on Everest. He is extremely passionate about mountaineering, and has an innate ability to perform on the mountains. He has always been a key to a positive atmosphere on an expedition, and often coming home with some of the best memories and laughs shared along the way with him.

John
Burke

The Elston Adventure Club embarked on an unforgettable journey to the Rolwaling Valley alongside World Sherpas, and we couldn't have felt more privileged. Coordinating schedules for our diverse group of 17 individuals, each from different departments and backgrounds, was no small feat, but the World Sherpas team rose to the challenge admirably. Their dedication was evident in every aspect of our adventure, from meticulous training and preparation to seamless execution during the trek itself. Despite the inherent challenges of trekking in the remote Himalayan winter, every need was met with professionalism and care. Our time in the mountains was transformative, teaching us invaluable lessons in teamwork, resilience, adaptability, and risk management. These experiences will undoubtedly enrich both our corporate endeavors and daily lives for years to come. A heartfelt thank you to World Sherpas and all involved for facilitating this extraordinary adventure and sharing in our journey of discovery.

Elston Financial
Services

Thank you to the World Sherpas team for an amazing experience on the Rolwaling Valley trek. Our brief to Cian, was to have an active holiday, authentic, cultural experiences with beautiful scenery. The Rolwaling Valley trek delivered all the we could have hoped for and in addition, we developed a genuine friendship with our guides. The personal care and attention shown to our group was very special. The Sherpas local knowledge and relationship with this area enabled us to experience Nepalese traditions and mountain village life that few travellers are lucky enough to see. We are looking forward to more treks with the World Sherpas team.

Lynda
McKie

Cian has been an inspiration and a constant source of motivation in helping me achieve my goals in mountaineering. Without his help and advice I would never have made the summit of Everest. There is no one better to spend time in the mountains with.

Allan
Meek

We searched around for a tour company that could facilitate our needs and World Sherpas seemed to be the best placed, based on their experience of adventure holidays. They took great care of us for the duration or the trip. The accommodation, scenery, guides, and food were of the highest quality and made the trip the success it was. Overall, a well-planned and enjoyable holiday superbly organised by World Sherpas.

Clare Outdoor
Club