International Mountain Trekking

07/26/2025

Great day screening Look Down Not Up at ICIMOD’s headquarters in Kathmandu.

07/16/2025

Update: our Langtang 2025 group has arrived in Nepal!

The team spent their first few days in Kathmandu, visiting Swayambhunath, an ancient Buddhist site perched on a hill above the valley, and Boudhanath, a center of Tibetan culture surrounding one of the world's largest Buddhist stupas.

They've now begun their trek into the Himalayas and are currently in the Langtang region. We'll be sharing glimpses of their journey as photos come in, though cell reception can be spotty in the mountains.

Follow along for updates from their adventure.

10/08/2024

Happy, honored and somewhat stunned that my film "Look Down Not Up" has been selected, and in some cases has won awards in the following film festivals around the world:
Alpenglow International Film Festival
Bangkok International Film Festival
Athvikvaruni International Film Festival
Nature Without Borders Film Festival
Utopia Film Festival
Kuala Lumpur Film Festival
Richmond Film Festival
Vindhya International Film Festival

There will be a screening of Look Down Not Up at the Utopia Film Festival https://www.utopiafilmfestival.org/ in Greenbelt, Maryland on Saturday October 19, 2024. Hope you can join us.

The Utopia Film Festival is held annually in Greenbelt, Maryland. Utopia Film Festival seeks documentaries, feature films, shorts and animation which creatively explore the personal, social, political, cultural and environmental issues which challenge hu

08/20/2024

Hello Everyone: So very pleased to share the news of our award from the Bangkok Film Festival for "Look Down Not Up." If you want to view this documentary, please go to the International Mountain Trekking website: www.imtnepal.com

WELCOMING WORLD CINEMA TO THE HOME OF THAI 🎬 The Bangkok Movie Awards 🌟 An Exquisite Celebration of Independent Filmmaking ✨ 💥Submit your Project with 3...

03/30/2024

Hello Everyone: I hope you can attend the Washington DC Premier of my documentary, Look Down Not Up at the Avalon Movie Theatre on Sunday morning, April 14 at 10:30 am. Thanks, Rick

Hello ${contact.Name.First}, On behalf of the Himalayan Climate & Science Institute (HCSI), I am thrilled to invite you to the exclusive D.C. screening of the award-winning documentary, "Look Down Not Up," which explores International Mountain Trekking’s (IMT) 2022 Mushroom Trek in the Solukhumbu ...

01/15/2024

IMT Nepal's trekking experience was truly life-changing. The company is incredibly organized and professional and cares about the safety and well-being of its clients. The guides are knowledgeable, experienced, and friendly, and they make sure that everyone has a great time. I would highly recommend IMT Nepal to anyone looking for an unforgettable trekking experience in Nepal.
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01/15/2024

Step into a trekking experience where economic justice meets ecological consciousness. Collaborate with Nepalese partners, delve into mycology, and unearth new mushrooms – your contribution to science starts with every step. Discover a unique trekking experience with IMT Nepal: pairing magnificent landscapes with rich Sherpa culture economic justice, scientific discovery, and a great time! Find out more at the link in our bio.
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01/12/2024

The Himalayan Yak-On IMT treks, we visit the hometown of our Sherpa partners: Phortse village, filled with Danphes, musk deer, Himalayan Yak and many other extraordinary wildlife! Join us on our adventure will unfold from June 11th to June 28th, 2024. Link in bio for details!
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01/12/2024

What is Yarsagumba used for?
Yarsagumba fungus, often called “Himalayan Viagra,” is found throughout the Himalayas and on the Tibetan plateau at altitudes of 4000 to 5000 m. It is used in Tibetan and Chinese medicine to increase energy and decrease fatigue, but its main commercial use is as an aphrodisiac. To know more, visit the link given below.
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01/11/2024

IMT Nepal invites everyone to be a part of something bigger. We're not just about trekking; we welcome citizen scientists interested in mushrooms and medicinal plants. Christopher Hobbs ( ), Ph.D., LAc, is a fourth-generation herbalist, licensed acupuncturist, author, clinician, botanist, mycologist, and research scientist with over 35 years of experience with herbal medicine. Christopher Hobbs has a doctorate from UC Berkeley in phylogenetics, evolutionary biology and phytochemistry. He is also a founding member of the American Herbalists Guild.
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01/11/2024

IMT invites everyone to be a part of something bigger. On our 2022 trek, our citizen scientists and mycologists identified 153 species of mushrooms, many of which are believed to be undiscovered. Join in for a trek that's not only adventurous but also contributes to scientific exploration.
www.imtnepal.com

01/09/2024

Discover a unique trekking experience with IMT Nepal: pairing magnificent landscapes with rich Sherpa culture economic justice, scientific discovery, and a great time! Our trek will include a behind-the-scenes visit to the Buddhist monastery at Tenboche. In Namche Bazar, we will participate in the exciting Buddhist Festival of Dumji. Find out more at the link in our bio.
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