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our leaders
Trip Leaders with passion and deep knowledge of their
destination make all the difference to your experience.
They take care of the details, of course, so you can savor
the moment. But beyond that, they are experts in their
fields—naturalists, art historians, photographers,
mountaineers—who have a remarkable gift for sharing
their knowledge and introducing you to their favorite places,
people, and behind-the scenes spots you won’t find in any
guidebook. Our leaders are highly skilled professionals, yet
they are also wonderfully warm people who have endless
energy, a great talent for creating fun, and genuine
excitement about welcoming you. They have that special
“it” factor that transforms a trip into an unforgettable
journey. Here are just a few of our extraordinary leaders.
You’ll find our full team—and their schedules—on our website.
“WT continues to impress us with thoughtfully
selected Trip Leaders who embody the spirit of
adventure, supplemented with extraordinary
knowledge and talent.”
Bonnie B., Bakersfield CA
Mingma Temba Sherpa was born in Chukhung (15,551') at the foot of Mt. Everest. He has guided throughout the Everest and Annapurna regions, and during the off season, works as a Medical Assistant at Khunde Hospital, the only medical facility that operates year-round in the Khumbu region of Nepal. Fan club: “It was a treat to have Mingma with us. He must know half of the Sherpas in the Khumbu!” Chris J., Edmonton AB Onik Morrison developed a solid case of wanderlust at an early age, thanks to her adventurous parents. She graduated as a Naturalist Guide from the Costa Rica Biodiversity Institute and earned her degree in Tropical Biology from Costa Rica University. Little known fact: Onik trekked from the Pacific to the Caribbean side of Costa Rica across the wild Talamanca Mountains—the toughest journey of her life.