Trek Nepal while Supporting Women’s Empowerment with Meaningful Trip

Nov. 28, 2012 - PRLog -- Meaningful Trip
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Trek Nepal while Supporting Women’s Empowerment with Meaningful Trip

SEATTLE, Wa – Nov. 26, 2012 – Trekking in Nepal is a dream of outdoor explorers the world over. Responsible travelers looking to give back and make a difference can join Meaningful Trip (mailto:http://www.meaningfultrip.com/) on these unforgettable trekking adventures in Nepal that also raise money to support the Empowering Women of Nepal initiative (EWN). EWN along with its trekking partner trains disadvantaged rural women of Nepal to be Sherpa guides – the first of their kind – and these women rock!  The treks directly support EWN and their children’s school.  Mixed-gender and special women-only trips are offered.  Trip prices start at only $1,895.

Himalaya Highlights (http://www.meaningfultrip.com/trips/nepal-himalaya/)

Come along on this 12-day tour that features a 5-day trek easy enough for novice hikers. Start in exotic Kathmandu where golden temples, flut­tering prayer flags and chants of Buddhist monks delight the senses. Pokhara welcomes guests with its clean air and idyllic location on Phewa Lake. Spend quality time getting to know about EWN and their Children’s school.  Groups trek past terraced fields and giant rhododendrons, climb to the summit of Poon Hill (9,950 feet) and stand in awe as the peaks of the Annapurna Range are displayed before you. Lodging is provided in mountain lodges each night while expert guides and team make everyone feel welcome.  Price includes hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara, mountain lodges while trekking, internal flights, meals, English-speaking guides and a contribution to EWN.

Annapurna Sanctuary (http://www.meaningfultrip.com/trips/nepal-annapurna-sanct...)

This is an unforgettable 17-day trip featuring a 10 day vigorous trek for experienced hikers. All the same highlights of above but with a longer, rigorous trek that goes deeper into the Sanctuary getting to Machhapuchhre and Annapurna Base Camp at 13,550 feet.

Spring and fall are the best time to trek in Nepal. Group sizes are only 4 to 10 people, assuring personalized attention, but also means reservations should be made quickly.  Meaningful Trip can easily arrange a private trip for with a group of friends, book club, women’s group, church group and more.

Charity Challenge Trek (http://www.meaningfultrip.com/trips/nepal-charity-challen...)

This trip challenges trekkers to raise $500 to support Save the Children Nepal during the13 days (featuring a 7-day vigorous trek for experienced hikers).  The trip goes through Kathmandu and near Jiri, once a starting point for many Everest expeditions.  Trekkers will be awed by not only Mount Everest, but dozens of other Himalayan peaks. This charity challenge is also perfect for private and corporate CSR groups.

About Meaningful Trip

Meaningful Trip (http://www.meaningfultrip.com/trips/) is a pioneer in responsible and adventure travel born out of two decades of experience spanning 75 countries worldwide. Experience the best in sights, culture, activities, food and accommodations of some of the world’s most exciting destinations AND give back and make a difference by supporting global development issues such as: women’s empowerment, poverty, health and education.  Your trip also supports domestic charities fighting hunger in the USA.  Meaningful Trip is only one of ten American tour operators to have signed The Code - a code of conduct and best practices within the tourism industry to prevent sexual exploitation and trafficking of children.  Founder, Joe Staiano is happy to answer any questions and help you realize your travel dreams.  

For more information, contact Joe at: Joe@MeaningfulTrip.com or call 360-269-8747