For your trekking convenience, we suggest that you read along the following cultural tips. Knowing the local habits must be one of your best friend in traveling.

DO :

• Smile and greet people, especially elders.
• Shake hands, gently
• Accept hospitality and food. You do not have to eat and drink, but it is polite to accept.
• Say goodbye and thank you when you leave
• Dress modestly Women should keep upper arms and thighs covered.
• Bend down and walk around seated people when you need to pass
• Use only your right hand to eat and to hand objects or money to someone
• Be sure to sit at the same level as other people

DON’T :

• Enter house, building or village without being invited
• Wear shoes inside a house
• Point at people with your finger. Don’t ever use your foot to point at objects or people
• Point the bottom of your feet directly at people whilst sitting on the floor
• Touch anyone’s head
• Step over people of food on the floor
• Eat with your left hand, or use your left hand to give or accept objects or money
• Raise your voice, especially in anger.