WHERE WELLNESS MEETS ADVENTURE
About Us
Sundahra Expeditions is an impact driven experience provider that aims to connect and empower people through outdoor adventures.
For us, the focus lies not in conquering summits or checking off items from a list, but in crafting moments that are truly immersive and transformative. This is why integrating guided yoga and meditation seamlessly into the trekking experience has felt like a natural and meaningful choice.
Drawing from more than a decade of experience and a profound passion nurtured through guiding expeditions across Australia and the Himalayas, we found ourselves disheartened by the pervasive judgment regarding our size, gender, and abilities in outdoor activities. Believing firmly that trekking and adventure should be accessible to everyone, we felt it was time to bring people outside and demonstrate their inherent greatness.
We collaborate with a Nepali company that feels like an extension of our family, delivering the most accessible, lowest altitude, and inclusive experiences to our community.
Sundahra
"Sundahra," pronounced as "S-nn-da-rah," embodies the essence of beauty and loveliness in both Nepali and Sanskrit. Often spoken as a way to capture the indescribable emotions evoked by the majestic mountains, "Sundahara Himal," meaning Beautiful Mountains.
Hello
Having spent over eight years traversing the enchanting landscapes of Nepal, leading expeditions, and delving into many aspects of the country and culture, the Himalayas of Nepal have become my second home. Aided by my second family there, I've immersed myself in the local language, connected with the industry's best Sherpas and porters, and unearthed the most breathtaking trekking routes.
While reaching Everest base camp is a dream on many people's bucket lists, the journey often involves severe altitude sickness, fatigue, and months of rigorous preparation. I want to change that narrative! As a woman who has forged a career in a predominantly male-dominated industry and overcome personal injuries, I am fervently committed to inviting individuals of all abilities and experience to Nepal. The goal is to allow them to authentically and gradually immerse themselves in this spiritually rich corner of the world, whilst unravelling their deepest potential.
Fueling this passion, I've earned international accreditation as a Yoga Instructor teaching meditation and yoga in Australia and on retreats overseas. I have experience as a Mental Health First Aid instructor and certifications in Wilderness First Aid. Beyond these skills, I've held influential positions as a program manager for Australia's largest outdoor education companies. Recently, I was honored as a Career Achievement Finalist in the 7News Young Achiever Awards.
Now is the time to break new ground. To redefine the way we interact with outdoor experiences.
- Melanie Davey
