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’S

• Smile and great people, especially elders.
• Shake hands, gently.
• Be sure to sit at the same level as other people.
• Be polite to each other.
• Use only the right hand to eat and hand objects or money to someone.
• Accept hospitality and food, you don’t have to eat and drink.
• Dress modestly. Women should keep upper arm and things covered.
• Bend down and walk around seated people when you need to pass.
• Say good bye when you leave.

DO’N

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