Take action today, for a better tomorrow
Let's Clean Up Nepal
A private NGO
We plan to carry down at least 1 kg of recyclable waste from the mountains to the cities to reduce adverse effects on local communities.
The problem
Every year, tons of waste left by travelers accumulate along mountain trekking routes. To help address this problem, we ask everyone to carry out everything they bring into the mountains.
To make this campaign effective, travelers can also volunteer to clean the trails.
Our main goal is to reverse the existing trend of polluting the mountains while contributing to building the bases of sustainable tourism.
We start with ourselves by avoiding single-use plastics and carrying bags to bring our waste back with us.
The record so far
Raj Kumar ShresthaOn the treks, I used to see burning mountains, trash everywhere on the mountains, trekking trails where the travelers, guides, and trekking companies were not respecting nature.
We have already cleaned up different mountain trails 16 times and managed the waste, as well as done 44 different health and environmental education campaigns through Let's Clean Up Nepal.
We supported more than 100 porters during the pandemic lockdown. We are making a documentary, "Voice of the Porters", to raise awareness of porters. We are bringing out their painful and hidden stories.
Volunteer opportunities for adventure lovers
Join the “Save the Mountains Movement” with Let’s Clean Up Nepal
If you are passionate about nature, adventure, and responsible travel, we invite you to become part of the Let’s Clean Up Nepal - Save the Mountains Movement during your trek or expedition in the Himalayas.
This initiative offers trekkers and climbers a unique opportunity to actively support the protection of Nepal’s breathtaking mountain environment while enjoying their journey. By participating, you contribute to reducing waste on the trails, raising awareness, supporting local communities, and protecting the fragile Himalayan ecosystem for future generations.
You Can Get Involved By:
Raise awareness
Help spread the message of sustainable tourism by sharing educational materials and engaging with trekkers, climbers, and communities along the trail.
Use a clean-up kit
Receive a clean-up bag and gloves before your trek and collect at least 1 kg of litter along your route. The collected waste must be returned to our office in Thamel after your trek for recycling.
Support the movement
Support our mission by purchasing our eco-friendly bags, t-shirts, or caps at Pilgrims book house, Mero Chitra wear or by contacting Let’s Clean Up Nepal’s office. This will help fund our ongoing environmental programs, including tree planting and community awareness projects.
Be part of the change
Small actions create lasting impact. Your involvement helps keep the Himalayas clean and inspires others to travel responsibly.
Travel responsibly
By following the “Pack In, Pack Out” principle with Himalayan Green Trips, carrying out everything you bring in, you are already making a meaningful contribution toward preserving Nepal’s mountain landscapes.
Make your trek more meaningful
Your journey can be more than an adventure; it can be a chance to create a lasting positive impact. By helping protect the trails and mountains, you become part of a growing movement committed to keeping the Himalayas clean, beautiful, and sustainable.
Together, we can preserve this extraordinary destination and ensure it remains pristine and inspiring for generations to come.