In 2014, World Expeditions became a founding partner of 10 Pieces, a litter collection initiative aimed at encouraging travellers worldwide to make a positive environmental impact by leaving trails cleaner than they found them. 

The program focuses on litter "hotspots" along mountain trails and is currently available on treks in Nepal, India, Bhutan, Peru, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan as well as on Mount Meru and Mount Kilimanjaro summit treks. Travellers are provided with a litter collection bag to gather waste along the trails. At the end of each day, the collected litter is responsibly disposed of by the crew. 

While "10" may seem like a small number, its impact grows significantly when multiplied by the efforts of an entire group. A group of 12 people can remove 120 pieces of litter in just one day. If another group follows the next day, this number can quickly grow to 240 pieces or more. 

In many developing countries, waste disposal options are limited. Traditionally, discarded items such as pottery and bamboo baskets were biodegradable, but with the rise of tourism and modern packaging, non-biodegradable litter has become increasingly common. 

By participating in 10 Pieces, travellers lead by example, raising awareness among mountain communities about the harmful effects of litter on tourism, local wildlife, and public health. 

Upon arrival at your destination, you will attend a group briefing and be offered the opportunity to sign up for the 10 Pieces initiative. Participation is voluntary, but we encourage action on this global litter problem. Together, we can make a difference.