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Community and Activity
The week is run from a chalet situated in Les Houches, in the Chamonix Valley. Owned for nearly 20 years by Oliver and Elaine Ensor, they have worked hard to create a comfortable environment for guests to enjoy their holiday. Over the years they have become part of the local community and where possible use local suppliers for food, goods and maintenance when necessary. They actively promote recycling and clearly display bins and notices to divide up refuse. The main activity of the week is walking. This takes place on well graded and marked paths, limiting any damaging impact on local flora and fauna. On most days the group will visit local gites/mountain refuges where they can purchase drinks and food, thus helping to sustain the local community.
UK Office
At our offices we have worked hard to reduce our carbon footprint through a reduction of energy use and energy conservation measures. We also actively reduce the waste produced by having active reduction and recycling policies in place. We run annual staff workshops on Responsible Tourism.
Carbon Balancing
Global warming is a reality and to help you make a difference by reducing the carbon dioxide that is produced when you travel we offer a chance to carbon balance your flights. We encourage all our clients to do this and do so for all our staff travel. Go on do your bit!
The three founders of this adventure company drove from London to Kathmandu in 1974 on an itinerary they made up as they went along, ending with a hike up to Everest Base Camp. Believing activity holidays offer you greater insight into a country, they set up as trekking tour operators. The staff all come from adventurous backgrounds, have led dozens of trips all over the world and have collectively climbed Kilimanjaro over 100 times. Whether you want a hardcore trek or a softer experience, rest assured your guide will have the expertise to take you firmly out of your comfort zone.
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