OUR TEAM
ALLAN COHRS BM
Owner/Expedition Manager
As a guide in the Himalaya’s, Africa, South America and Australia, Allan delivers a personalised service, focused on providing a safe, professional experience for his clients.
He has guided in all corners of the globe with over 35 high altitude climbs in the Himalaya's including Mt Everest (8848m), Lhotse (8516m), Manaslu True Summit (8163m), Cho Oyu (8200m), Baruntse (7129m) and Ama Dablam (6812m), along with 11 climbs of Mera Peak (6476m), 7 climbs of Lobuche East and 4 of Island Peak and numerous other 6000m+ climbs, along with 15 summits of Mt Kilimanjaro (5895m) and two successful climbs of Aconcagua (6960m), the highest mountain in South America.
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He is an expert at managing clients in high altitude environments which has resulted in the highest success rates on both climbs and treks he leads. He is experienced in handling logistics, decision making, assessing risk whilst maintaining a harmonious team environment.
Allan is a well known identity in the mountains and has forged a close working relationship with the best guides and local service providers for many years now, which only enhances the overall experience and confidence for those who join Everest One.
Allan is popular with his clients for his calm approach, depth of knowledge, experience and approachability.
He takes enormous pride in helping people reach their goal and along the way, building life-changing, unforgettable memories.
Phunuru Sherpa
Expedition Leader
Phunuru Sherpa is from the village of Phortse, famous for producing some of the finest Sherpa guides in Nepal. He has been working as an Expedition Leader for more than 15 years, and is focused on safety, careful planning, leading a strong team and providing exemplary support and attention to clients.
He is a highly experienced, senior head guide (Sirdar), having led 42 expeditions above 8000m. Some of his achievements include summits of the following mountains: Current world record holder with 19 summits of Cho Oyu (8201m) in Tibet, 16x Everest (8848m), 3x Lhotse (8516m), 4x Manaslu (8163m), 1x Shishapangma (8027m), 19x Ama Dablam (6812m).
Phunuru was the first Nepalese climbing Ranger in the USA, having worked in 11 different National Parks in the States. He holds the record of 8 summits of Denali, the highest peak in the USA.
He has reached the summit of Aconcagua, the highest peak in South America 4 times, along with Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa an incredible 23 times. Phunuru is also the lead instructor and Educational Director of the Khumbu Climbing Center in Phortse. He is also certified in Long Line Rescue and Wilderness First Aid.
DAWA TENZING SHERPA
Head Guide - Nepal
Dawa Tenzing Sherpa is from the village of Phortse in the Khumbu district where he lives with his wife and son.​ He is also a graduate from the Khumbu Climbing Centre and is Wilderness First Aid trained.
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He is an experienced, professional Sherpa in the high-altitude arena, and highly proficient in technical skills, assessing the conditions and managing climbers, whilst focusing on their safety and success.
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He has an incredible climbing resume which includes summits of Everest and Manaslu.​ Some of Dawa Tenzing Sherpas climbs include:​
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Mt Everest (8848m) x 10
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Manaslu (8163m) x 5
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Lhotse (8516m)x 3
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Cho Oyu ( 8201m) x 4
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Makalu (8481m)
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Ama Dablam (6812m) x 9
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Peak Lenin (7134m) x 2
SONAM TASHI SHERPA
Guide - Nepal
Sonam Tashi Sherpa comes from the village of Phortse in the Khumbu region where he lives with his wife, son and daughter. He has guided on 29 expeditions above 8000m. Some of Sonam's climbs include:​
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Everest (8848m) x 9
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Manaslu (8163m) x 7
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Cho Oyu (8201m) x 2
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K2 (8611m)
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Broad Peak (8051m)
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Ama Dablam (6812m) x 3
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Sonam, and his son and daughter are recognized by the Guiness Book of Records as the first trio from a Sherpa family by scaling Mt Everest together on May 23, 2021.
ANG KARMA SHERPA
Guide - Nepal
Ang Karma Sherpa comes from the village of Phortse in the Khumbu region where he lives with his wife and 2 daughters.
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Like many Sherpas, he started his career young and has acquired vast experience in 8000m climbing, having worked on 43 expeditions.​ He is trained in Wilderness First Aid Medicine.​ Some of Ang Karma Sherpa climbs include:​
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Everest (8848m) x 14
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Manaslu (8163) x 7
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Lhotse (8516m) x 3
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Cho Oyu (8201m) x 7
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Makalu (8481m) x 2
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Baruntse (7162m) x 5
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Pumori (7161m)
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Ama Dablam (6812m) x 9
GYALJEN DORJE SHERPA
Guide - Nepal
Gyaljen Dorje Sherpa is also from the village of Phortse, where he lives with his wife, 2 daughters and son.
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He has extensive experience climbing at high altitude and an impressive climbing resume, having guided on 31 expeditions above 8000m.​ Some of Gyaljen Dorje Sherpas climbs include:​
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Everest x 9
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Manaslu x 7
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Lhotse x 3
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Cho Oyu x 3
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Makalu
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Ama Dablam x 3
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DEV RAJ RAI
Base Camp
Cook & Server - Nepal
Dev Raj is our cook and server. He comes from Mahakulung Pelma and he's been working in the trekking field for 15 years. He's married with 6 daughters and 1 son.
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He has an important job to keep the climbers and trekkers fed with good food that fuel their energy. In 2022 and 2023, he's been the cook for Everest Expedition and went as far as to Camp 2 to make sure the climbers were well-fed.
He's also summited Lobuche East 2x and Mera Peak.
Godfrey Tesha (Side)
Head Guide - Africa
Side has devoted the past 20 years of his life to Mount Kilimanjaro.
His journey began as a porter, where he spent 4 years mastering the fundamentals of mountain safety, teamwork, and route navigation. He then progressed to assistant guide for another 4 years, sharpening his leadership skills and gaining deeper insight into high-altitude trekking. For the past 12 years, he has proudly served as a Head Guide, successfully leading hundreds of climbers to Uhuru Peak.
Side's experience spans all major routes of Kilimanjaro, and he possesses in-depth knowledge of the mountain’s terrain, weather patterns, altitude-related challenges, and rescue protocols. In 2021, he extended his high-altitude expertise beyond Africa by trekking to Everest Base Camp in Nepal, a journey that broadened his global mountaineering perspective and reaffirmed his commitment to safe, memorable climbing experiences.
With two decades of hands-on experience and a passion for guiding, Side is committed to helping climbers reach their goals with confidence, safety, and unforgettable memories.
Juma Kombo
Head Guide - Africa
Juma has been guiding climbers on Mount Kilimanjaro for 13 years.
Juma is one of the most experienced guides in the industry, having successfully led countless expeditions to Uhuru Peak. His passion extends beyond Kilimanjaro to all of Tanzania's beautiful mountains, giving him a deep understanding of the country's diverse mountain landscapes.
He has climbed Mount Kilimanjaro so many times that he’s lost count, which means he knows every route, every challenge, and every reward the mountain offers. His extensive experience allows him to guide climbers safely and confidently to the summit while sharing his love for Tanzania's natural beauty.
In his free time, he stays active by playing football and swimming, which helps him maintain the physical fitness needed for high altitude guiding.
Godfrey Mbuya
Guide - Africa
Godfrey has been working on Mount Kilimanjaro since 2004. He began his career as a porter, carrying supplies and equipment for climbing expeditions. Over the years, he developed his skills and became a certified Kilimanjaro guide. With uncountable successful summits, he brings two decades of mountain experience to every climb.
He knows the mountain's weather patterns, routes, and challenges like the back of his hands. His experience helps climbers safely reach Uhuru Peak and return home with unforgettable memories.
Godfrey Mbyallu
Guide - Africa
Godfrey - or is often called Man Man by people who know him - has dedicated over two decades of his life to Mount Kilimanjaro.
He began his mountain career as a porter in 2003, carrying equipment and supplies for climbing expeditions. In 2006, he became a certified Kilimanjaro guide, and has been leading climbers to the summit for 19 years. With 300 successful summits to his name, he’s among the most experienced guides on the mountain.
His deep knowledge of Kilimanjaro's routes, weather patterns, and unique challenges ensures that his clients have the best possible chance of reaching Uhuru Peak safely. Every climb is a new adventure, and he takes pride in helping people from around the world achieve their dream of standing on top of Africa.
Jackson Thomas Lyimo
Ground organizer - Africa
Born and raised in Tanzania, Jackson came from a pioneering tourism family from the base of Mount Kilimanjaro.
His legacy was inspired by his early passion for travel and shaped his deep knowledge of Tanzania’s landscapes and tourism industry. With years of hands-on experience, he has built a strong reputation for organizing safe, seamless, and personalized adventures he ensures every trip runs smoothly from start to the end.
He is committed to quality, trusted logistics, and deep local expertise allows me to deliver authentic, locally driven travel experiences that showcase the best of Tanzania.
Noela T. Lyimo
Event Organizer - Africa
Noela is responsible for briefings, trip planning, and organizing Mount Kilimanjaro climbing and wildlife safari expeditions.
She has been working full-time in this field since 2018, bringing over 6 years of experience to every client interaction. She has personally climbed Mount Kilimanjaro twice, giving her valuable firsthand insight that she shares with clients during their pre-climb briefings.
Her role includes welcoming clients upon arrival, providing comprehensive trip planning, offering detailed route explanations, and guiding them through essential preparation steps. This combination of personal climbing experience and professional expertise in client services allows her to answer questions with confidence and help climbers feel well-prepared and excited for their adventure.
She takes pride in delivering thorough, clear, and personalized briefings that set every climber up for a successful and memorable journey to the summit.
