SANDEEP KUMAR
Karnal
Summary
An adventure tourism expert with nine years of experience in leading and planning outdoor expeditions. Specializes in motivating groups in challenging environments, and ensuring safety and engagement. Proven track record in program development and team building, enhancing participant experiences, and appreciation for nature.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Operation Manager
Bikat Adventures Outdoor LLP
04.2018 - 04.2025
- Led on-ground operations, optimizing resource allocation and team performance.
- Oversaw Expedition Leaders, implementing technical and soft skills training programs.
- Developed budgets for all operational activities, ensuring financial efficiency.
- Negotiated with vendors to enhance service quality across Himalayan regions.
- Engaged customers through personalized itineraries and responsive communication.
- Developed budgets for operational activities, ensuring financial efficiency.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth workflow of projects and tasks.
- Ensured safety compliance and technical oversight during expeditions.
Expedition Leader
Bikat Adventures
08.2016 - 03.2018
- Coordinated logistics and participant management for treks and expeditions.
- Supervised manpower during treks to ensure operational efficiency.
- Oversaw technical components of expeditions, ensuring safety and compliance.
- Utilized technical equipment to establish new trek and expedition routes.
Freelancer Expedition Leader
White Magic Adventures, Trek the Himalayas, Spiti Expeditions
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Led diverse trekking groups, ensuring safety and enjoyment throughout excursions.
- Managed participants and manpower efficiently during treks and expeditions.
- Oversaw all technical operations for successful completion of expeditions.
- Established new trekking routes utilizing advanced technical equipment.
Freelance Camp & Travel Leader
Youreka, INME and Step consultancy
01.2015 - 12.2016
- Managed travel operations for school groups, encompassing transportation and food logistics.
- Facilitated engaging camp activities to enhance student experiences.
- Executed outdoor survival skills training, including rope climbing, river rafting, and skiing.
- Coordinated team-building games for corporate clients at Step Consultancy.
Hardware and networking administrator
Serpholic media pvt ltd
01.2012 - 12.2015
- Provided technical assistance with computer hardware and software issues when needed.
- Assisted in the development of new administrative systems, procedures and policies.
- Coordinated with IT department to resolve technical issues and maintain computer systems.
- Developed and maintained databases for tracking projects, clients, and financial records.
- Managed day-to-day office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to policies.
Hardware and networking administrator
Content axis
01.2008 - 12.2012
- Analyzed company's expenditures and developed financial models.
- Assessed company operations for compliance with safety standards.
- Installed, configured, and tested network hardware and software to ensure functionality.
- Performed routine maintenance on networking equipment such as routers, switches, bridges, hubs.
- Ensured that all security measures are up-to-date according to industry standards.
Education
Wilderness first responder course -
Henifel
Mussoorie01.2025
Advance Open water diver course -
Bali Reef Divers
Tulamben, Bali01.2019
Emergency First Responder -
Bali Reef Divers
Tulamben, Bali01.2024
Search and rescue course -
Nehru Institute of Mountaineering
India01.2018
Method of instructions -
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
india01.2016
Advance Mountaineering Course -
ABHIMAS
india10.2015
Basic mountaineering course -
ABHIMAS
India05.2015
C.B.S.C. XII -
NPS
Karnal, India01.2007
Skills
- Astute time management
- Plans ahead
- Accountable
- Approachable
- Excellent communicator
- Motivator
- Thinks out of the box
- Focused on problem solving
- Risk Assessment
- Outdoor Expedition Planning
- Involves team in decision making
- Manpower and resources management
- Handling Vendors
- Field operation team management
- Adversity management
- Rescue Management
- Terrain scaling
- Scuba diving
- Wilderness survival
- First aid certification
- Team leadership
- Logistics coordination
Special Achievements As Expedition Leader
- During the Auden’s Col Expedition - toughest trek in India, led the group safely reach road during blizzard and whiteout and when we lost 40% of food.
- Rupin Pass Trek – High altitude Himalayan Trek – Successfully carried complete rescue operation on Rupin Pass. Rescued 4-member team that had got lost on trail and helped them reach road ahead.
- Rescue Incharge - rescued many teams stuck on difficult treks due to heavy rain and harsh conditions.
- Expedition Leader - Mt. Frey at 19,234 ft altitude near Rathong Glacier – Got the whole team down safely during harsh condition.
Certifications And Educational Qualification
- Advance Open Water Diver Course, Bali Reef Divers, 2019
- Emergency First Responder, 2024
- Wilderness First Responder Course, Henifel, Mussoorie, 2025
- Search and Rescue Course, Nehru Institute of Mountaineering, 2017, 2018
- Method of Instructions, Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, 2016
- Basic Mountaineering Course, ABHIMAS, 05/01/15
- Advance Mountaineering Course, ABHIMAS, 10/01/15
- C.B.S.C. XII, 2007
Hobbies and Interests
- Bike riding
- Exploring new places
- Swimming
- Playing volleyball & cricket
- Cooking
- Off-Roading
Key Professional Strengths
- Leader
- Astute time management
- Plans ahead
- Accountable
- Approachable
- Excellent communicator
- Motivator
- Thinks out of the box
- Focussed on problem solving
- Open to ideas
- Helpful
- Involves team in decision making
Special Achievements
6 expeditions (summit above 6000 Mts), 33 different treks done multiple times, Led over 100 treks
Languages
Hindi
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Operation Manager
Bikat Adventures Outdoor LLP
04.2018 - 04.2025
Expedition Leader
Bikat Adventures
08.2016 - 03.2018
Freelancer Expedition Leader
White Magic Adventures, Trek the Himalayas, Spiti Expeditions
01.2015 - 12.2016
Freelance Camp & Travel Leader
Youreka, INME and Step consultancy
01.2015 - 12.2016
Hardware and networking administrator
Serpholic media pvt ltd
01.2012 - 12.2015
Hardware and networking administrator
Content axis
01.2008 - 12.2012
Wilderness first responder course -
Henifel
Advance Open water diver course -
Bali Reef Divers
Emergency First Responder -
Bali Reef Divers
Search and rescue course -
Nehru Institute of Mountaineering
Method of instructions -
Himalayan Mountaineering Institute
Advance Mountaineering Course -
ABHIMAS
Basic mountaineering course -
ABHIMAS
C.B.S.C. XII -
NPS
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