Trekking Leader
Hari Bahadur is a highly respected trekking guide with a lifetime of dedication to trekking, combined with the hardiness and knowledge that have become a hallmark of his association with the trails of the Himalayan Mountains. Born and bred in the lush and tribally rich Okhaldhunga mountains of eastern Nepal, Hari Bahadur had the early exposure to the richness of the hills and the forests that have contributed to the development of his hardiness and inherent love for the mountains. This makes trekking a lifetime habit for him.
Like most other porters turned guides, the career graph of Hari Bahaadur began with working as a porter at a young age. During the initial phase, Hari Bahaadur would carry heavy luggage over difficult terrain, which would give him an understanding of the realities of life on the trails from scratch. During the initial phase, Hari Bahaadur would get an understanding of the trails, the environment, and the requirements of the trekkers on a day-to-day basis. More importantly, his initial phase as a porter would instill the necessary traits of discipline, coordination, and respect for the customers as well as his colleagues.
Hari Bahadur gradually gained the confidence to progress by becoming a trekking guide after initial years as a porter. For the last 21 years, he has been serving as a trekking guide to trekkers on most of the popular treks in the lower Himalayas. His lengthy service in the field helps him have the best know-how of the routes, altitude, and risk management. Moreover, it is also popularly known that he is a calm decision-maker in trying conditions regarding changing weather patterns, trekking routes, or altitude conditions.
Additionally, Hari Bahadur is highly rated for the social qualities that make a great trekking guide. Hari Bahadur is a good communicator, a patient person with trekkers of differing levels of fitness, while still being constantly aware of trekkers’ personal needs during the trek. Nevertheless, he can point trekkers’ attention to the culture, customs, and stories of the regions he is trekking through. Such culture awareness can enhance a trekker’s trekking experience by making trekkers aware of rural Himalayan life.
Presently, Hari Bahadur works as the senior trekking leader for Haven Holidays Pvt. Ltd., where his leadership qualities and professionalism are much appreciated. In this position, not only has he been carrying out his trekking assignments but has also been imparting his expert knowledge to the younger guides and porters. As such, he has been contributing significantly to ensuring that high standards of service delivery are maintained by the company. Conclusion:
The transformation of Hari Bahadur, a porter to a high-ranking trekking guide, is an example in itself in which growth through hard work and experience is observed. Hari Bahadur, with a total working experience of 21 years in the sector, along with his familiarity with the areas and focus on responsible trekking, can be called an asset to the company, Haven Holidays Pvt. Ltd. For adventure enthusiasts and trekkers in search of a safe and authentic trekking experience in the Himalayas, Hari Bahadur is a guide in himself!
