Future trekking guide

Arjun Tamang can be seen performing errands at ‘Welcome Cafe’, Bhrikutimandap. He is 18 years old, and also works as an assistant trekking guide. He is originally from Kavrepalanchowk district, and came to Kathmandu two years ago. He recently completed his high school education from Sahid Smarak College, Kirtipur. Currently, he is living alone in Kirtipur. He came to Kathmandu for education, leaving behind his parents, a younger brother and a sister. He says, “I am working in the café for pocket money. I know the value of education, so I am planning to enrol in the bachelor’s level soon. I see myself as a professional trekking guide in the future.”