All guides speak fluent English and have excellent knowledge of the areas we will visit. The porters and drivers may not have apt English skills, but they are selected for their vast knowledge about the areas we are traveling in, and have a proven safety record. Often we will employ local hill tribe people. All of our guides and support staff have done the treks countless times and have suburb communication skills. Nevertheless all of our staff can speak fluent Vietnamese and any communication can be translated by your personal guide / tour leader. 

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How does tipping work in Vietnam? Do you tip in Vietnam?

What is an on-site tour guide, tour guide and tour escort / leader?

Are your tour guides / leaders licensed?

Do your local tour guides speak English well?

What languages can your tour guides speak?

Does the leader / guide speak the local language / dialect?

Does the leader / guide hold any formal qualifications?

How long has the guide been doing similar tours?

Are any of the leaders guides first aid trained?

What training has the leader / guide received?

Sufficient number of trained and experienced staff?

How many guides & porters are employed for the expedition?