Pasang Dawa Sherpa

Founder & Managing Director

Mr. Pasang Dawa Sherpa is the Founder and Managing Director of Sherpa Adventure Travel, bringing more than four decades of experience in Nepal’s tourism, trekking, and mountaineering industry. He established Sherpa Adventure with a clear vision: to create a reliable, locally rooted adventure company for travelers seeking authentic Himalayan experiences. What began as a modest operation has grown into one of Nepal’s respected travel companies, supported by a dedicated team of more than 60 staff members, including guides, expedition leaders, porters, drivers, and operational specialists.

Beyond Sherpa Adventure, Mr. Sherpa is also associated with Himalaya Resort Lodge in the southern Everest region, further strengthening his long-standing connection with mountain tourism and local communities. His contribution to Nepal’s tourism sector extends far beyond his own company. He has served as an Executive Committee Member and Advisor to the Trekking Agencies’ Association of Nepal, represented the Slovak General Consulate in Nepal, and served on the Board of the Himalayan Trust, the official trust established by Sir Edmund Hillary.

Alongside his professional work, Mr. Sherpa remains deeply committed to social responsibility. He has supported rural education, vocational training, environmental conservation, and the preservation of Nepal’s cultural heritage. His life’s work reflects the core values of Sherpa Adventure: deep Himalayan knowledge, trust, responsibility, and respect for the mountains and the people who call them home.

Sonam Sherpa Tsiring

Marketing Manager

Sonam Sherpa Tsiring represents the new generation of Sherpa Adventure, carrying forward the legacy of his father, Pasang Dawa Sherpa, and the company’s long-standing presence in Nepal’s adventure travel industry.

An outdoor enthusiast with a strong personal connection to the mountains, Sonam completed his Diploma in Tourism in Nelson, New Zealand. Since then, he has been actively involved in both the daily operations and strategic development of Sherpa Adventure. Beyond office operations, Sonam is personally involved in trekking, rock climbing, ice climbing, and off-road exploration.

With a deep understanding of travel, client expectations, and Himalayan logistics, Sonam plays an important role in designing itineraries, developing new travel experiences, and strengthening the company’s relationships with international clients and travel partners. He especially works closely with clients and agents from European markets, where he has helped build trust, long-term cooperation, and goodwill for Sherpa Adventure. Sonam believes that Sherpa Adventure should stand apart through quality service, authentic Himalayan expertise, safety, and carefully designed travel experiences. His focus is to continue improving the company’s programs while preserving the values on which Sherpa Adventure was built: trust, professionalism, local knowledge, and responsible adventure.

Maya Sherpa

Marketing and Group Executive

Maya Sherpa represents the next generation of Sherpa Adventure, continuing the legacy of her father, Pasang Dawa Sherpa, with a strong focus on international relations, group handling, and destination marketing.

After completing her studies at Drake University in the United States, Maya returned to Nepal and joined Sherpa Adventure Travel, bringing with her an international perspective and a deep personal interest in the environment, culture, geography, and people of the Himalayas..

Maya is especially focused on the Belgian and Dutch markets, where she has built strong connections through regular marketing visits, promotional activities, and long-term cooperation with travel partners. In addition to her work with Sherpa Adventure, Maya is also managing the popular Via Via Guesthouse in the heart of Kathmandu, a well-known meeting place for travelers.

Maya’s work reflects the values of Sherpa Adventure: trust, personal care, cultural understanding, responsible tourism, and high-quality service for travelers exploring the Himalayas.

Sherpa Adventure was established in 1979 by Pasang Dawa Sherpa. For over four decades, we have organized trekking, expeditions, mountain biking, cultural tours, and adventure journeys across Nepal, Tibet, and Bhutan. What began as a family-led company has grown into a trusted name for travelers seeking authentic Himalayan experiences, safe mountain operations, and reliable local expertise.

Nepal is not simply a destination for us. It is our home. Coming from the Himalayan region ourselves, we understand the mountains beyond the map — the trails, villages, cultures, weather, altitude, seasons, and the realities of travel in remote landscapes. This knowledge allows us to design journeys with care, precision, and a deep respect for the places we travel through.