In order to develop sustainable and profitable tourism services in harmony with the local environment and culture, qualified training is of utmost importance. Part of this training takes place in Thame where a training center with climbing facilities has been established.

Since 1998, training courses to improve the qualifications of Nepalese trekking guides and high-altitude sherpas are being conducted on a regular basis.The courses are to improve the safety of mountaineering ventures in the Himalaya for trekking guides and high-altitude sherpas. The focus is on practical and theoretical training in rock and ice, particular rescue techniques and skills together with first-aid training and the understanding of the ecological effects of tourism in high-altitude regions.

Since 1999, the 'Female Outdoor Leadership Training' a special progam for female trekking guides has also been added.

Eco Himal's partners in this project are: NMA , Nepalese Mountaineering Association, TAAN, Trekking Agents Association Nepal, KEEP , Kathmandu Environment Educational Program, Nepal, and ALPINSCHULE Bergspechte, Linz, Austria.