Tel. +44 (0)1273 600030 (UK)
This trip supports the work of Tourism for Rural Poverty Alleviation Programme, a tourism development programme supported by UNDP, DFID and SNV. The programme helped develop a cultural group in Monjo who give Sherpa performances and the home stays in Thamo and Phortse. These are also owned by community based organisations in these villages.
The company does not vertically integrate and sub-contracts all support activities like transportation, lodging etc. so that the money gets spread in the economy. It conserves on paper minimising paperwork in the office and by giving out electronic brochures. When required, brochures are printed on both sides of the paper and are in a folder format so that only relevant inserts need be given.
The tour company also has in place a development support system whereby 10% of its profits go to charities like the Joy Foundation Nepal who conduct free cataract eye camps in rural areas of Nepal and Antardristi Nepal, which is developing a fund to start a incest and rape care centre for minors. 10% of the company's profits also goes directly into employee benefits.
In the field, guides, porters and clients are all oriented in responsible travel. A zero litter policy is in place so that it minimises wastage in the region. The company also only takes out very small groups with a maximum of twelve participants per group. All trips also focus on culture.
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