Jeremy ‘Jai’
FOUNDER
Jai hails from Minneapolis, USA and has lived in India year round since 1997.
While overseeing a university study abroad course for 10 years in Varanasi he developed Varanasiwalks as a way to explore the city’s hidden lanes and sacred sites. Jai is a certified yoga teacher and also developed yoga walks & experiences.
Anand
STAFF
Anand is an avid traveler and a pure “Banarasi” at heart. He is born & raised in the holy city of Varanasi.
Anand is a passionate tour guide & storyteller. Anand is MBA by qualification from Banaras Hindu University and finance geek. He is a licensed tour guide from Ministry of Tourism, Government of India
Laotse
STAFF
Laotse is from Assighat and is a state licensed tour guide, formerly employed as a baker.
He has a vast knowledge of philosophy and folklore about the city of Varanasi developed by his father, a local guru. He is also a Banaras Hindu University trained yoga teacher.
Gurgeaf ‘Pappu’
STAFF
Pappu grew up in Assighat, Varanasi and also went to school in Almora, Himalaya.
He is named after the famous Russian philosopher and has spent considerable time in Italy. Pappu enjoys a slow relaxed pace and showing hidden places of the city.
Amrit ‘Babu’
STAFF
Amrit was brought up in Assighat and is a state licensed tour guide who has deep connections to Nepal.
He has a MA in Economics from Banaras Hindu University. Amrit has a keen insight into the history and philosophy of India & Nepal.
Devesh
STAFF
Devesh was born in Varanasi and grew up in many places in India and abroad.
He is a graduate of the prestigious St. Stephan’s College in Delhi University. Devesh is a highly knowledgeable and a sought after licensed guide from Ministry of Tourism, Government of India.
Rahul
STAFF