Small groups.
Quieter trails
Thoughtful Himalayan journeys.
A quieter way to trek
We run a limited number of carefully chosen Himalayan journeys each year, creating space for attention, flexibility, and a depth of experience that is often lost in larger groups.
Scheduled treks are led by founder Jude Rayen, while custom journeys are shaped around your pace, interests, and travel rhythm, with the option for Jude to guide when requested.
Rather than focusing on distance or summit checklists, these journeys prioritise meaningful time in the mountains, with carefully chosen routes and a pace that respects both the landscape and the group. Groups remain intentionally small, allowing for better acclimatisation, improved safety, and a more genuine connection with the environment.
For those drawn to quieter trails and meaningful mountain time, this offers a more personal way to experience the Himalayas.
Who you’ll be trekking with
Jude Rayen - Founder & Lead guide
I lead all scheduled treks myself, from the first briefing to the final descent.
I’ve been working in the Indian and Nepali Himalayas for over a decade now, and what keeps drawing me back isn’t just the peaks but the quiet — evenings around camp, stargazing under clear skies, and the feeling of being far removed from the noise and urgency of city life.
The mountains have a way of putting things into perspective. They remind me how small we are, how temporary everything is, and how fortunate we are to experience places like this at all. That sense of humility and reflection is a big part of why I keep returning.
I prefer a steady pace because treks aren’t a race. There’s time to acclimatise properly, to sit with a view, to enjoy camp, and to actually experience where we are rather than rushing through it. The routes we choose reflect that, selected for their character and atmosphere and often away from the more commercial circuits so the experience feels spacious rather than crowded.
If that way of trekking resonates with you, you’ll feel at home here.
How would you like to trek?
Scheduled treks
Fixed date treks, planned for the season
Custom treks
Dates, route, pace and duration - tailored to you
Client Reviews
Went on one with Jude that one time, and all my subsequent treks—there's been a quite a few of them—have all been with him. My future treks will be too. That should tell you all you need to know. 😊
- Sujan Sundareswaran , Bangalore
An overall wonderful experience. Great food. Comfortable even in the most uncomfortable destinations.
— Gandharva Bettadapur , Bangalore
Went on such a beautiful hike in Ladakh and Jude organised absolutely every thing down to the last minute so it was so easy from a hikers perspective.
— Soraya Soumitri , Australia
Get in touch
If small groups, open skies, and quieter trails sound like your kind of mountain time, let’s talk.
I personally lead all scheduled treks. And if you’re thinking about planning something custom for you and your friends — different dates, a specific route, or simply more space away from the crowds — we can shape it together in a way that fits you.