Travel with Purpose,
Transform Lives
Experience authentic Himalayan journeys that support local communities, preserve culture, and protect the environment.
Popular trips
Explore our carefully curated trips that combine adventure, cultural immersion, and positive impact. Each journey supports local communities and sustainable tourism practices.
Zanskar SUV Expedition
₹28,000Explore Zanskar in Ladakh – a hidden Himalayan gem with rugged landscapes, ancient monasteries, and epic high-altitude adventures!
80% of trip cost goes directly to local communities
Ultimate Leh Ladakh Motorcycle Trip: Explore Nubra, Pangong, And Umling La
₹26,500Epic 8-Day Motorcycle Expedition across Ladakh's breathtaking landscapes led by Himalayan locals
80% of trip cost goes directly to local communities
Winter Pangi with Miyar Valley of Lahaul
₹35,000Explore Himachal's Last Hidden Paradise
80% of trip cost goes directly to local communities
Making a Difference Together
We believe tourism can be a powerful force for good. Through our community-based approach, we create meaningful change in the Himalayan communities we work with.
Revenue to Communities
Of every rupees spent goes directly to local communities
Villages Supported
Remote communities now have sustainable income sources
Local Jobs Created
Including guides, homestay hosts, and artisans
Community Investment
Invested in education, tourism, and conservation
Economic Empowerment
We create sustainable livelihoods through tourism, ensuring that economic benefits remain within local communities.
Cultural Preservation
We help preserve traditional practices, languages, and heritage by creating value for cultural knowledge.
Environmental Conservation
We implement sustainable practices and fund conservation efforts to protect the fragile Himalayan ecosystem.
HERO Rally of Chamba - India Highest & Toughest Mountain Rally
The Rally of Chamba 2, India's highest and toughest motorsport battle, was flagged off by Chief Minister Jai Ram Thakur on June 16, 2022, at Police Ground, Chamba. Organized by Akshay Singh Anand in collaboration with Hero MotoCorp and the district administration under the Chalo Chamba initiative, the rally challenged participants to conquer the treacherous Sach Pass and Pangi Valley—renowned for their extreme altitudes and rugged terrain.
Sustainable Tourism Practices
At Himalayan Locals, sustainability isn't just a buzzword—it's at the core of everything we do. We believe that tourism can be a powerful force for good when done responsibly, benefiting both travelers and the communities they visit.
Minimize environmental impact through responsible practices
Support local economies by employing local guides and staff
Respect cultural heritage and traditions of host communities
Educate travelers about sustainable tourism practices
Invest in conservation and community development projects
Reduce plastic waste through our plastic-free initiative
Offset carbon emissions from all our trips
Promote fair wages and working conditions for all staff
Our Sustainability Pledge
We're committed to becoming carbon-negative by 2025 and eliminating single-use plastics from all our operations. Join us in making tourism a force for positive change in the Himalayas.
Watch: The Story of Himalayan Locals
Discover how our community-based tourism initiative began and the incredible impact it's had on local communities throughout the Himalayan region.
Watch VideoClimate Action Plan
The Himalayan region is facing the impacts of climate change, and Himalayan Local is taking steps to reduce our environmental footprint. Through sustainable practices and conservation efforts, we are dedicated to protecting this fragile ecosystem for future generations.
Our Commitment to Climate Action
Climate change is posing significant challenges to the Himalayan region, with melting glaciers, shifting weather patterns, and disrupted ecosystems affecting both local communities and the environment. As a responsible travel company, Himalayan Local acknowledges the critical role we play in both contributing to and mitigating these impacts.
Our comprehensive Climate Action Plan outlines specific, measurable steps we are taking to reduce our environmental footprint and enhance climate resilience in the region. These efforts include transitioning to renewable energy sources, promoting low-carbon travel alternatives, and implementing sustainable practices across all our operations.
By 2050, we are committed to making our operations carbon-negative—removing more carbon from the atmosphere than we emit. This ambitious target is central to our approach and drives the decisions we make every day, from selecting eco-friendly partners to advocating for stronger climate policies.
Carbon Offset Program
At Himalayan Local, we are committed to minimizing the environmental impact of our tours. We calculate the carbon footprint of every trip we offer and take proactive steps to offset it through verified reforestation and renewable energy projects within the Himalayan region.
Plastic-Free Travel
At Himalayan Local, we are dedicated to minimizing our environmental impact by eliminating single-use plastics from all aspects of our operations. In place of disposable plastics, we provide travelers with sustainable, reusable alternatives such as water bottles and cloth bags.
Renewable Energy Support
We partner with homestays and accommodations that use renewable energy sources like solar power, and help others transition to cleaner energy.
Glacier Monitoring
We support scientific research by participating in glacier monitoring programs that track the impacts of climate change in the Himalayas.
"We pledge to become carbon-negative by 2025, to eliminate single-use plastics from our operations, and to advocate for climate policies that protect the Himalayan region and its communities."