Why Having Meals Included on a Trek Is a Game-Changer

You’ve chosen the destination, locked in the dates and committed to the adventure. The last thing you want is to find out that meals aren't included – especially when trekking in the Himalaya.

When you travel with World Expeditions, all meals on trek are included. It’s a simple promise that delivers meaningful value. Here’s why.

1. Better Value, No Surprises

Some travellers think arranging their own food will save money—but in practice, costs in remote mountain regions can add up quickly. In places like Nepal, a 13-day trek can see food and drink expenses climb significantly, particularly when relying on tea houses with limited menus and high prices at altitude.

We do things differently. On our Nepal treks, a cook and kitchen team join your expedition to prepare three hearty meals each day. Our menus blend local favourites and familiar comfort dishes – from dal bhat and momos to pasta and regional breads. And when dinner rolls around, expect a three-course spread: entrée, main, and dessert – with plenty to go around, and second helpings encouraged.

Celebrating a birthday or milestone? Our crew may even surprise you with a fresh cake baked on the trail.

2. Less Cash to Carry

Carrying cash is essential in destinations like Nepal and Bhutan, where electronic payments aren’t widely accepted. But the less you need to carry, the better. With all meals pre-included, you can reduce your dependence on cash while travelling, and enjoy the added security and simplicity.

3. Confidence in Hygiene

Food is freshly prepared under high hygiene standards, with ingredients sourced locally where possible. Our team carries essential supplies, and porters help replenish ingredients as the group moves through the route. You can rest easy knowing meals are prepared safely - critical for staying healthy at altitude.

4. Sustainable Water Access

Hydration is vital when trekking at altitude, and with World Expeditions, you’ll have access to clean, safe drinking water throughout your trek. We avoid the use of single-use plastic bottles. Bring a refillable water bottle, and we’ll handle the rest—minimising your footprint and reducing landfill waste.

5. Comfort After a Big Day

After hours on your feet, the last thing you want to do is hunt for ingredients or prepare your own food. With World Expeditions, your cook and kitchen crew take care of everything. You simply arrive, rest, and enjoy a warm, satisfying meal at camp.

6. Dietary Needs? Covered.

We accommodate most dietary requirements—just let us know in advance. Whether you’re vegetarian, coeliac, diabetic or have allergies, our trained staff prepare balanced, nutritious meals that meet your needs. Trekking builds a healthy appetite, and we ensure you’re well-fuelled to enjoy every step.

7. Responsible Waste Practices

We follow strict Leave No Trace principles. Food waste is buried away from camps and streams or composted in villages. Paper and plastics are responsibly burned, and in places like Bhutan, recyclable waste is transported to city recycling facilities.

A Complete Trekking Experience

Choosing a fully-inclusive trekking option lets you focus on the moments that matter—sunrises over snow-capped peaks, quiet forest trails, and shared stories over meals. Fewer worries, more adventure.

Thinking of hiking the Himalaya with all the inclusive benefits?
View our treks across Nepal.

What’s your experience been with meals on trek? Let us know in the comments below.