Sustainability Policy

Nepal Sanctuary Treks is proud to be one of the few Travelife Certified trekking agencies in Nepal. We are deeply committed to promoting sustainability and ensuring the long-term growth of our business. Our approach is based on comprehensive sustainability policy, which aligns with Travelife standards, integrating sustainable practices throughout our operations.

This policy not only helps reduce environmental impact, but it also supports local communities and encourages responsible tourism. Sustainability is at the core of everything we do, from management and supply chains to client relationships and destinations. We continuously educate our staff, clients, and partners on the importance of eco-friendly travel and sustainable tourism, ensuring everyone is aligned with our mission.

Our Sustainable Initiatives

In support of our sustainability policy, we have implemented various initiatives aimed at reducing environmental impact and promoting responsible tourism:

Improved waste management by introducing compartment bins and collaborating with Doko Recycler.
Promoted sustainability awareness among our employees and actively involved them in sustainability action plans.
Opted for sustainable goods and services whenever possible in our operations.
Encouraged our clients to practice eco-friendly travel and adopt responsible environmental practices during their trips.
Collaborated with accommodation, transportation, and excursion providers to share sustainable best practices and encourage them to adopt eco-friendly operations.
Prioritized locally-owned accommodations that align with our sustainability values, and conducted teahouse lodge inspections by our trekking guides, ensuring quality and that each handpicked accommodation meets our high standards for comfort, cleanliness, and sustainability.
Enforced an animal welfare policy prohibiting activities like elephant riding and bathing.
Chosen energy-efficient office equipment with Energy Star ratings to reduce power consumption.
Enhanced energy conservation through the installation of low-flush toilets, LED lighting, and awareness campaigns for staff and clients.
Installed a rooftop rainwater collection system to reduce reliance on potable water, using the collected water for irrigation and restrooms.
Reduced paper usage by relying on digital documents for trip details and minimizing printing.
Fair wages and growth opportunities for staff and trekking crew, ensuring ethical labor practices.
Promoted paper reuse and double-sided printing to further reduce waste.
Powered our office with renewable energy via solar panels, cutting our carbon footprint.
Provided reusable metal bottles to our clients to eliminate single-use plastic.
Distributed eco-friendly posters at tea houses and schools along trekking routes to promote sustainability awareness.
Used biodegradable hand soap and cleaning products from Earth Spices, made by women from underserved communities.
Implemented a hybrid working policy since 2020, offering flexibility to staff and reducing commuting-related emissions.