Our Responsible Tourism Policy

All our tours and services are based on the following responsible tourism principles Ensuring the economic benefits of tourism goes directly to local people and local businesses. For example, we choose local guesthouses, restaurants and shops Preserving the natural environment, culture and local way of life Allowing tourism to add value to host communities by encouraging cultural and knowledge exchange between locals and visitors. We don't only go into villages to take photos. Allowing tourism to contribute to sustainable development so that communities can become self-sufficient, by encouraging visitors to buy from local artisans Minimising the negative impacts of tourism Recruiting staff locally. Our guides and drivers are often from hill tribe villages, providing training and the opportunity for a livelihood in the tourism sector  Education and raising awareness of the socio-economic issues of the area Minimising waste and interference with natural surroudings and villages by taking small groups Varying routes and village destinations to minimise impact to the environment and spread income amongst families Using recycled material where possible.  For example our office is built using recycled wood and non-scarce resources We run several community based projects: Local Youth Tour Guide Training Program, Income generation for hilltribe families via homestays and handicrafts, recruitment of foreign volunteers for hilltribe schools

Our Sustainable Development Projects

Local Youth Tour Guide Program We provide training for local youths who want to become tour guides and practise their English. They accompany us on trips to gain hands-on experience whilst learning about the importance of preserving their land and culture and how to carry our responsible tourism. Income Generation for hilltribe families We have setup homestays in hilltribe villages which acts as a source of supplemental income for families. They not only benefit financially, but learn a lot through cultural exchange with foreigners. We also facilitate silver and cotton workshops held by hilltribe artisans. Along with earning an income through this it also helps to preserve these traditional handicrafts and techniques which are in danger of being lost. We also try to find a market for these handicrafts, promote and sell them. Recruitment of foreign volunteers We are always looking for volunteers to come and teach at the hilltribe schools. The children benefit immensely from being able to practise their spoken English with volunteers whilst gaining exposure to new ideas and ways of thinking. If you are interested in volunteering please see our volunteer page