Tel. +44 (0)1273 600030 (UK)
This operator has had a long association with Nepal, having operated their first trek there in 1977 and has since been setting the benchmark for tour leader training and waste reduction practices. Trek the mighty Himalaya and experience this epic adventure with the help of their local tour leaders and porters, who are proud to take you through this amazing part of the world that they live in. By walking amongst the foothills of the Annapurnas and visiting secluded and remote villages en route, travellers are made aware of the importance to preserve the area so that it can be appreciated by future generations.
To support tourism programs in Nepal, they are training their local staff on a variety of issues, from environmental awareness to First Aid. This not only assists in the conduct of a tour but also provides them with important life skills. By employing porters born and bred in the region, they are supporting the local economy. Through offering employment and steady revenue, tourism can ultimately make a real positive difference to local communities. This company provides additional porters to remove rubbish. All tins, bottles and plastics are carried back to Pokhara and disposed of thoughtfully. Not only can participants enjoy the magnificent scenery of the stunning Annapurna range, they can also rest assured the trip is operated to the highest environmental standards. They are also a member of the International Porter Protection Group (IPPG), a body formed to protect porters from mistreatment by unprofessional trekking operators or private trekkers.
All trekking staff are fully equipped with proper clothing, boots and trekking equipment. They are fully insured and are given medical assistance and helicopter evacuation, if required. In terms of safety they treat their clients and staff equally. On treks that venture beyond habitation, they are one of very few companies that provide their porters with all their meals, tented accommodation, sleeping bags and insulated mats. They are a member of K.E.E.P. (Kathmandu Environmental Education Project), a supporter of the Nangi Secondary School in the Annapurna region and they have also worked closely with the Red Cross in Nepal, with monies raised by this operator and their clients, to aid victims of monsoon floods and landslides.
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