Neda Kazemi
Professionally, I only have one goal in mind!
To introduce people to Iran, my beloved home country. To enable them to get to know Iran. Make them feel and experience the country, by giving them a taste of its customs and culture. To show them the true, authentic Iran.
There are many times when nationalities can learn from one an other. This learning experience can help us create a more balanced life. I am convinced that Iran can offer the turning point for everyone!
First, let me introduce myself. I am Neda Kazemi. I was born in 1967. I am of mixed Persian and Dutch descent, and fluent in both languages. I lived in Iran until the age of twelve, then I moved to the Netherlands and, later Australia. As being brought up in two entirely different cultures ,it’s perhaps little surprising that I ended up studying Cultural Anthropology at the university of Leiden, in the Netherlands. As part of the curriculum, we had to engage in extensive fieldwork. My fieldwork took me all over Iran. And each time I was struck by the country’s great diversity. This is one of the reasons why I love to introduce people to Iran and enable them to enjoy the richness of the country. I also hope that thanks to our travel tours people gain a more balanced picture of Iran. These thoughts have inspired me to organize cultural trekking tours in Iran since 1995.
Aziz Khaladj
Aziz Khaladj has worked with Ciran since day one. Aziz was born in 1951, and he lives in Teheran. Aziz is a renowned mountaineer who has conquered numerous peaks above 6000 meters, and has helped prepare several national teams to climb the Mount Everest.
His amazing social skills make him a man that everyone loves! His energy is contagious! Aziz and his family love their country, are engaged in voluntary work and dedicate themselves tremendously to nature-preservation in Iran. Aziz knows Iran inside out and ... knows nearly everyone! Aziz will be the one to guide us on many hiking adventures!
Janet Egberts
Janet Egberts has been part of the Ciran team for many years.
Janet was born in the Netherlands in 1942 and is a professional nurse. She has participated in twelve trips with Ciran since 1998, and many more in a personal capacity. Janet has an unconditional love for Iran, its people and its mountains, and has built many lasting “Iranian friendships”.
Janet Egberts is our mainstay and rock! She is always ready to assist Ciran in all its projects. It is partially thanks to Janet's perseverance in everything that we are able to offer the highest standard of quality.
