Tel. +44 (0)1273 600030 (UK)
We are a Nepali company and travel through this company makes a direct impact in the economy of Nepal. We also try to maximise our contribution to the local economy by hiring local guides and porters for these trips and staying in smaller lodges to spread the income.
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.
We have also put 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. We also only take out very small groups with a maximum of twelve participants per group. All trips also focus on culture.
Our special thanks to Prerna who handled my initial enquiry and who then went on to arrange our total itinerary. Basically my demands were for white water rafting and a ten day trek. Time available was in excess of time required to fulfil my requests so she perfectly used that time by arranging a sightseeing tour of Kathmandu on the first clear day and a fantastic “hotel with a view “ (Club Himalaya) on the penultimate day. Also special thanks to Raj who met us on the first morning at the Manislu Hotel and who put life into our existing paper schedule. He answered all of our questions and gave excellent advice. I cannot quote a single highlight of that holiday – it was one long highlight. We invite every traveller who books a holiday via us to send in a review. Because we don't run the holidays they're completely independent and unedited... remember to read between the lines though, as two people on the same holiday can have different views!
