Subash Rai is a trekking guide with the Shikhar Adventure team. He comes from Solukhumbu, the district that is home to Mount Everest.
Subash has spent years guiding trekkers in the Himalayas. Growing up in Solukhumbu gave him a close understanding of mountain life, local villages and the culture along the trails. He brings that knowledge to every group he leads.
His English is excellent. Guests find it easy to talk with him, ask questions and learn about the places they walk through, from daily trail conditions to local customs and traditions.
Safety is a big part of his work. Subash has completed professional training, including first aid, so he can look after his guests if something goes wrong on the trail. He watches how each trekker is coping with the walking and the altitude, and adjusts the pace to suit the group.
On the trail, Subash is friendly, patient and dependable, and he wants every guest to finish their trek feeling safe and happy.