Summary:
This blog offers practical advice on tipping trekking crews in Nepal. For small groups, a 15%-20% tip of the trip cost is standard, but larger groups with multiple crew members require a more detailed approach. It encourages trekkers to discuss tipping amounts with the group leader before the trek and organize tipping efficiently on the final day to ensure fairness and clarity.
Tips for a Trekking Crew —Tony Wheeler
The question of tipping is one thing that seems certain to cause endless confusion for trekkers, particularly those on an organized trek. Tipping (aka Baksheesh) for the trekking crew has become an expected custom, but doing it right is far from easy.
If you have a single guide and a porter, it is quite easy—you simply tip 15% to 20% of the trip cost.
The real confusion comes when you have a big group with many trekkers and, therefore, an even bigger team with assistant guides (Sherpas), porters, and cooks.
It’s best to have all this worked out, at least approximately, before the trek starts.
It’s also a good idea to conduct the final operation with military efficiency.
Note:
This information will surely help you, and to make things easier, your Group Leader leading your trip will sit with you and discuss the subject matter—Final Day Felicitation with the Field Staff Team
