their recent Congo trip
Rush Sturges and his friends do some epic stuff,
was really inspiring. I hope one day I'll get to paddle with them, maybe I could guide them on a Nepal expedition?
You've coached all over the World, which part is your favourite?
I really enjoyed coaching children in England. In Nepal we don't get many children interested in kayaking, so it was great to take kids out on lakes and flat, slow rivers in England and go over the basics of kayaking – there's some pros in the making there.
Is there anyone in particular in the sporting world who has influenced you?
I've been friends with Capo Rettig for a long time now so I love watching what those guys are up to. Rush Sturges and his friends do some epic stuff, their recent Congo trip was really inspiring. I hope one day I'll get to paddle with them, maybe I could guide them on a Nepal expedition? The Dudh Kosi, Thule Bheri and Humla are wicked rivers.
What is the biggest accomplishment in your career?
I think it has to be GRG's Adventure Kayaking. I came from a very humble background and I thought I would be a freelance guide for the rest of my life. Now, after three years of business I own over 40 kayaks, five rafts and run trips daily for clients all over the World. Whether it's taking experienced kayakers on expeditions or taking tourists on their first rafting trip, I get a real kick from seeing how much joy my Nepali rivers can bring to others.
What would be your ultimate achievement?
To get a Nepali team to the Olympics before I'm too old! Nepal has some of the best paddlers in the world and yet as a country there has never been the organisation to send a team to represent. I would love it if myself and others could get to Rio 2016. Watch this space!
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