Hiring a porter guide in Nepal is almost a requisite when you’re trekking, but most especially when you’re going on a multi-day trek on the more rugged pathways. Carrying your own load during a tough trek can seem tiring and even daunting. It would also not be wrong to say that when you’re trekking with heavy bags, you tend to feel tired sooner and face more difficulties than you would when you’re with a guide. If you’re concerned about having to pay too much during your trek, you can care less. The fees of guides and porters vary according to the loads they are carrying and the destination you are visiting.
Therefore, budget trekkers can calculate their necessities accordingly or contact a dependable tour operator for further details. They prefer to hike with a porter guide. The porter or the guide is a person who can communicate with you in English and also assist with carrying your luggage. It is comparatively the least costly on your trek. The cost of a Porter Guide is US$ 25 per Porter Guide, 20 per Porter, and US$30 per professional trekking guide. The price includes his salary, equipment, meals, accommodation, and transportation. The tips are not included in this price. It is the most affordable way to go trekking in Nepal. To know more, be sure to read till the end!
How to Hire a Reliable Porter or Guide?
You can hire a reliable porter guide in Nepal whenever you’re trekking with the help of your tour operator. Himalaya Trip organizes your trek according to your requirements and satisfaction, which includes managing a porter guide for you. Moreover, if you are looking for a porter or a guide independently, then you may find one along the trekking trails. This may, however, increase the chances of you getting scammed or not getting a dependable enough service. Likewise, the chances of you finding a good guide or a porter when you are looking for them independently are quite low. Therefore, it is always better to rely on your tour operator instead.
Hiring a reliable porter or a guide with the help of your tour operator is not at all a tough job. All you have to do is get in touch with us and discuss the details about them. Additionally, please let us know your budget, plans, and other details, and we will help you find a trekking partner that suits your taste and goals. When you hire a guide or porter with us, you can be assured of receiving quality service, all without any hassle or hardship. Once you book your trek with us, we will manage everything related to porter guides ourselves.
Cost of Hiring a Porter or Guide in Nepal
The cost of hiring a porter or guide in Nepal is as follows:
| Designation | Cost |
| Guide Hire Cost | USD 25 – 45 |
| Guide to Come Porter Hire Cost | USD 25 – 30 |
| Porter Hire Cost | USD 20 – 28 |
Who is a Porter, Guide, and Porter-Guide?
There may always be confusion among the trekkers as to who their guides are or who their porters or porter guides are. This is a common confusion. And, you can choose what kind of trekking partner you’d like to take with you once you know the difference between a porter, a guide, and a porter-guide. The following basically sums up the difference between the three:
Porter
A porter is someone who carries your bags and any other equipment that you bring in the trek. They don’t necessarily guide you in your trek, but they will for sure carry anything you have, regardless of its weight, given that you are paying them accordingly. Besides, if you are leading the way or if you’re relying on a trained porter, then you don’t necessarily have to worry about getting lost along the trails. It is, however, necessary to understand that porters do not work in the same way as guides, even though they make your trek simpler.
Guide
Guides are different from porters. They tend to help you learn more about the pathways, history, and lore of the destination you’re visiting, as well as the significance of what you do and where you go. In general, they are very interactive. Unlike porters, who are quieter and are more focused on carrying your bags during the journey, guides tend to keep you engaged in the trek from the beginning to the end. Since the trained guides also have expertise in trekking with trekkers, both local and foreign, they will assist you whenever you encounter any trouble during the journey. Trekking with a guide is always considered secure and in many Nepalese destinations, even mandatory.
Porter Guide
A porter guide basically gives you the best of both worlds as they do the job of both a porter and a guide. A porter guide is experienced in helping you learn about each element along the journey while also carrying your bag. While you may have to pay additionally for a porter if you’re hiring a guide separately, you will only have to pay for a single porter guide when you’re opting to hire one. These professional trekking partners are often well-trained in their work and possess great proficiency in both foreign languages, as well as extensive knowledge of the many landmarks you will visit. The service of a porter guide is likely to be a bit more expensive than the service of either a porter or a guide, but the experience with one such professional is going to be totally worth your time and money.
Hiring a Porter in Nepal
Hiring a porter in Nepal should not, at all, be considered a challenge for the trekkers. The porters that you will meet during your trekking journey are surely going to be trained in carrying a good number of loads even during the toughest of treks. Hence, when you’re trekking with them, you can always be assured of the safety, security, and freedom as you save yourself from overstressing your body excessively, even during the toughest of journeys. Hiring a porter in Nepal can be easily arranged by booking a trekking package with Himalaya Trip.
If you’re one who’s open to hiring independent porters, then you should keep in mind that these porters are not always safe for hiring. The porters hired through a dependable trekking agency also follow guidelines for eco-tourism, undergo intensive wilderness first aid training, and receive instruction in hospitality for tourist management, as well as training in rock climbing, ice climbing, and mountaineering. Therefore, you need not feel it is tough to hire someone who is actually good for your journey. Additionally, if you prefer not to hire a guide and would like your porter to also serve as a guide, consider hiring a porter guide.
Why is a hiking porter guide needed for trekking?
We arrange a porter guide to support trekking in Nepal. It is the most affordable option for trekking in Nepal. Porter Guide will support you in leading your trek and carrying your backpack. Trekking without a guide or a porter is more challenging for trekkers, and there is a chance of losing the trekking trail. It is happening in Nepal, with individual trekkers. By hiring a porter guide, you will have a safe journey to Nepal. It also supports budget travelers who want to trek in Nepal by hiring a porter guide, which is an affordable option for them as well.
Porter Guide from Lukla: Everest Region Trek
Mt.Everest is the highest mountain in the world. The region is very popular for trekking. Lukla is the gateway to the Everest region trek. You arrange a porter guide at Lukla. It will support the cost of your flight ticket for your porter guide. The porter guide will lead you on a trek in this region. He will also explain the Everest Base Camp Trek to you. It will be a cheap and safe trek. They are well-experienced.
Everest Base Camp Trek
12 Days
Adventure Treks
USD1,199 per person
5 Days Annapurna Base Camp Trek
5 Days
Trekking
USD375 per person
Porter Guide in Manaslu Trek
Trekking in Nepal is walking from one place to another. You need a helper to transport your trekking gear from one place to another. The Manaslu Trek offers a perfect blend of rich cultural heritage, breathtaking Himalayan beauty, and diverse mountain biological ecosystems. Not all the trekkers can afford to pay the camping and full package trekking cost. We organize your porter guide for this region trek. The porter guide will support you in carrying luggage as well as lead your trek. The tea house has been built in this region. You can stay in one place and move to another at the Lodge.
Ruby Valley Trek is a hidden trekking route in Nepal that was recently opened to trekkers. The area is most popular for its natural resources, including ruby, and is rich in cultural heritage, as well as Himalayan beauty. We have a specialized and export porter guide for this region. The homestay has been built in this region. You can stay in one village and another at the home stay Lodge. There is simple accommodation, and the food is Nepalese dishes.
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