|
Himalayan Sherpa Trek & Expedition (HSTE) strives to provide the safest mountain experience possible. HSTE is committed to developing safe, self-reliant and environmentally-conscious mountaineers and offering courses and expeditions of unsurpassed quality throughout the world. Our business practices stress ethical and culturally aware travel. |
|
|
Our clientele are educated to the environs in which our ascents take place. Our guides pass on knowledge that has been gained through numerous years of guiding on Himalayas, Mt. Rainier, Mt. McKinley, and throughout the world. Our guides are excellent teachers of the alpine skills set, Leave No Trace outdoor ethics, and safety skills necessary for safe, successful and enjoyable climbs. |
|
|
Our safety record stands as the finest in the guiding industry. This is not simply a promotional statement but a testament to our conservative nature when it comes to decision making. While mountaineering has inherent risks, route planning, camp selection, student instruction and leadership training start with a concern for the well-being of climbers. |
|
Himalayan Sherpa Trek & Expedition goals are to:
- Assist our clients in attaining the summit
- Encourage respect and understanding of our unique alpine environment
- Educate through the adventures of mountaineering
- Offer the most enjoyable and rewarding alpine experience possible
- We will help you to achieve your goal and dreams
|
|
We are privileged to have a business opportunity that operates within the fragile alpine environment. With this opportunity comes the responsibility of being a good steward of the resource.
“Take nothing but a picture, leave nothing but a footprint”
Leave No Trace outdoor ethic is held in the very highest regard. We guide and climb with the idea that protecting, conserving, and preserving the resources are critical, both for our own programs and for others who follow. By arming our clients with the right knowledge, education and training, we can responsibly protect the resource while climbing as a team on the mountain. We will take all reasonable and adequate precautions to minimize damage to all natural and cultural resources. |
|
|
While many companies market their eco-friendliness, we feel business principles is a more encompassing term; a principal which we test most every decision against. While businesses are faced with many difficult decisions, we believe organizations have a responsibility towards "the greater good" of the planet and we strive to meet that goal. More than the right thing to do, principles decisions and actions make operating a business like Himalayan Sherpa Trek & Expedition even more interesting and satisfying. It also helps to develop like-minded climbers who share similar values. |
|
Either climbing with us to the summit of Everest or trekking in the Himalayas, we feel personal attention, prompt and courteous responses are of utmost importance. Gear, locations, fitness levels, in-country knowledge are crucial elements in preparing for a trip and we treat every correspondence with utmost care and consideration.
We have always felt that personal attention is an integral part of putting together team-oriented expeditions. We understand that being a premier mountaineering company is not only about offering quality services, but about helping each individual achieve their personal goals. |
|
|
Our courses and expeditions vary in difficulty and skill level, we expect participants to have a positive attitude and be physically and mentally prepared for the demands of the journey. We take the "team effort "idea very seriously and presume each climber shares our passion for mountains, cultures and environmental issues. |
|
|
Connections Abroad & How We Operate |
|
All of our expeditions employ local climbers, porters and/or guides. These local outfitters are carefully reviewed, not only for their expertise but as long-term partners with Alpine Ascents. Though we send an Himalayan Sherpa Trek & Expedition guide on each expedition, local guides are an excellent resource to understanding the climbing, trekking and culture in each of the areas we visit. Many of these outfitters have been with us since inception as we believe long-term relationships help foster environmentally sound and high quality expeditions. |
|
|
One of our principle goals is to see our clients reach the summit. Climbing requires a significant amount of time, money and energy on an attempt, and the greatest chance of safely reaching the summit lie with the high quality and caring guides who are the core of our company. We understand that our clientele often define success with the attainment of a summit, and we enthusiastically strive to see them attain that goal. Whether we reach the summit or not, we also strive to allow our clients to feel that the attempt is a worthwhile and meaningful experience in the mountains. |
|
|
Himalayan Sherpa Trek & Expedition help to Himalaya’s Women & Children’s healthcare and schools for more information educate and volunteers programs visit our foundation site. |
|
|
|
|
Clients' Testimonials
I have been involved with the Himalayan Woman's and Children's Foundation for the past 2 years. It's been a very uplifting experience for me as a dentist been able to give back to the less fortunate in our global society.
~ Dr. Kwok
Issaquah, Washington |
|
|
|
