"Dave - In all of our travels, our trip with you to Nepal has always been the most challenging and memorable trip we have ever taken, bar none! We have said this to many, many friends over all the years. We are forever grateful to have joined you in 2001. Great and fond memories!" Bruce H. Jackson, WY.
"19 Years ago I had the chance to make a trip with Dave McNally. It was with my 23 year old daughter and we truly had the time of our lives. We simply could enjoy the scenery as well as each other's company and leave all the chores of the trip to Dave and his superb staff.
Three more trips followed at various times and with other members of the family. At all times we had the feeling of security, and all trips were perfectly tailored to our ability and conditioning.
Age is knocking on the door and I regret missing out on another "pilgrimage" to Gods country. I can highly recommend Dave McNally for his organizational and guiding skills. You will have fun and a good work-out!" Dr. Roland F. Jackson, WY.
" Everything on Dave's website showed us what we were looking for and that was confirmed after talking in depth several times on the phone. He covered every detail of what to expect and we never regretted our decision in going with Mountain Odyssey. In addition to knowing the area and the people we were going to visit, he had every detail covered and we never once felt anything but complete confidence that we were in very capable hands. With all his experience of the technical side of trekking (and climbing) in the high mountains, the thing that impressed me the most about Dave was his love not only for the mountains, but for the people themselves, especially the Sherpas who in many cases were more his friends than his employees.
The time in Kathmandu and and our three week trek into the Mountains of Nepal was the experience of a lifetime for both me and my daughter. That can only be so if you have trust in the person leading you, especially in doing something that is completely different than anything you have ever done. That included such a complete range of experiences, from navigating the chaos of Kathmandu, to being completely cut-off from the outside world for extended periods, to being roped together with 5 other equally inexperienced companions at 19,000'. If I could do it again, I would start with giving Dave a call and asking when his next trip was!" Ron H. Denver, CO.
"If you want to experience the mountains of Nepal - Dave's your man! For many years I had a fantasy to trek and climb in the high mountains of Nepal. When I met Dave McNally I knew he was the guide I needed. He brought me to villages and locations that others would never have found. Together we experienced the seldom-visited Rowaling Valley and crossed Tashi Lapcha, the 18,800' pass into Everest National Park. I was so impressed with Mountain Odyssey Treks & Expeditions that I signed up for a second trip and Dave and I climbed in the Annapurna range.
The most important fact about Dave, is his dedication to assuring that you have a memorable time, meeting the wonderful people of Nepal and accomplishing your personal goals in trekking and climbing. If you go with Dave you can not fail!" Chris D. Boston, Massachusetts
"Dave - It is difficult for me to find the words that properly express the gratitude and appreciation I feel for our recently completed Nepal trek. To say that this was a once in a lifetime experience is so cliche, but it is true that I've never before experienced the level of physical, mental, emotional or spiritual challenge that I did on this adventure.
The 13 hours spent climbing to the top of Kala Pattar and returning to camp will take it's rightful place as one of the most momentous personal accomplishments. I will never forget, nor will I ever be able to properly repay the role you played in ensuring this accomplishment. Very simply, I wouldn't have made it without your help. And this is only one of a multitude of experiences you enabled on this trip....Once again, thank you so much for all you did in making this trip all that it was for me. I am forever grateful!" Greg K. Chicago, IL.
"Dave - I had a great time and always felt completely supported and that my health, safety and ensuring enjoyment of the trip was always top priority as demonstrated multiple times by your flexibility, concern for us and the adjustment made to our itinerary. All the best!" Kevin K. Bend, OR.
"19 Years ago I had the chance to make a trip with Dave McNally. It was with my 23 year old daughter and we truly had the time of our lives. We simply could enjoy the scenery as well as each other's company and leave all the chores of the trip to Dave and his superb staff.
Three more trips followed at various times and with other members of the family. At all times we had the feeling of security, and all trips were perfectly tailored to our ability and conditioning.
Age is knocking on the door and I regret missing out on another "pilgrimage" to Gods country. I can highly recommend Dave McNally for his organizational and guiding skills. You will have fun and a good work-out!" Dr. Roland F. Jackson, WY.
" Everything on Dave's website showed us what we were looking for and that was confirmed after talking in depth several times on the phone. He covered every detail of what to expect and we never regretted our decision in going with Mountain Odyssey. In addition to knowing the area and the people we were going to visit, he had every detail covered and we never once felt anything but complete confidence that we were in very capable hands. With all his experience of the technical side of trekking (and climbing) in the high mountains, the thing that impressed me the most about Dave was his love not only for the mountains, but for the people themselves, especially the Sherpas who in many cases were more his friends than his employees.
The time in Kathmandu and and our three week trek into the Mountains of Nepal was the experience of a lifetime for both me and my daughter. That can only be so if you have trust in the person leading you, especially in doing something that is completely different than anything you have ever done. That included such a complete range of experiences, from navigating the chaos of Kathmandu, to being completely cut-off from the outside world for extended periods, to being roped together with 5 other equally inexperienced companions at 19,000'. If I could do it again, I would start with giving Dave a call and asking when his next trip was!" Ron H. Denver, CO.
"If you want to experience the mountains of Nepal - Dave's your man! For many years I had a fantasy to trek and climb in the high mountains of Nepal. When I met Dave McNally I knew he was the guide I needed. He brought me to villages and locations that others would never have found. Together we experienced the seldom-visited Rowaling Valley and crossed Tashi Lapcha, the 18,800' pass into Everest National Park. I was so impressed with Mountain Odyssey Treks & Expeditions that I signed up for a second trip and Dave and I climbed in the Annapurna range.
The most important fact about Dave, is his dedication to assuring that you have a memorable time, meeting the wonderful people of Nepal and accomplishing your personal goals in trekking and climbing. If you go with Dave you can not fail!" Chris D. Boston, Massachusetts
"Dave - It is difficult for me to find the words that properly express the gratitude and appreciation I feel for our recently completed Nepal trek. To say that this was a once in a lifetime experience is so cliche, but it is true that I've never before experienced the level of physical, mental, emotional or spiritual challenge that I did on this adventure.
The 13 hours spent climbing to the top of Kala Pattar and returning to camp will take it's rightful place as one of the most momentous personal accomplishments. I will never forget, nor will I ever be able to properly repay the role you played in ensuring this accomplishment. Very simply, I wouldn't have made it without your help. And this is only one of a multitude of experiences you enabled on this trip....Once again, thank you so much for all you did in making this trip all that it was for me. I am forever grateful!" Greg K. Chicago, IL.
"Dave - I had a great time and always felt completely supported and that my health, safety and ensuring enjoyment of the trip was always top priority as demonstrated multiple times by your flexibility, concern for us and the adjustment made to our itinerary. All the best!" Kevin K. Bend, OR.