ABOUT US
ALL ABOUT BHUTAN TRAVELERS
We give you the best of both worlds; the complete insight in to Bhutan and friendly, efficient service with the help of our dynamic management and highly professional staff.
Bhutan Travelers is a locally owned travel and tour company based in Thimphu, Bhutan. Registered with the Royal Government of Bhutan, we are one of the most experienced tour companies in Bhutan. We offer personalized services in planning and executing every tour. Our unique and innovative tour programme enable visitors to enjoy a genuine and authentic experience of a country steeped in mysticism, rich in culture, tradition and natural beauty.
Karma Tashi, the founder has spent years scouring the country seeking the best places to go. He reveals his discoveries through unique tour itineraries infused with his passion for all things Bhutanese. His expert tour guides connect you to Bhutan behind the scenes, opening the doors to some of the world’s most zealously guarded secrets. Zeal, enthusiasm, and good taste defines everything that Bhutan Travelers does.
TAILOR MADE ITINERARIES
You can unleash volleys of questions with regards to your trip. We have always felt that personal attention and prompt responses are of utmost importance to our clients, and we treat every correspondence with lots of care. We prepare your itinerary in coordination with local experts and tailor it as per your interest and time frame.
RESPONSIBLE TOURISM PRACTICE
We are committed to responsible tourism. Our policies and practices ensure that all our tours are undertaken in a way that is socially and culturally acceptable and environmentally friendly. We are firmly committed to a principle wherein the environment and culture are not scarified at the altar of tourism.
PAYMENT SECURITY
As tourism in Bhutan is highly regulated by the government, any payment that you send to us is secured. As the account of your local agent is tied directly to the government, the money that you wire us goes directly to the government’s account. This is to ensure that the local agents carry out trips successfully.
GUIDE SERVICE
Bhutan Travelers guides are trained and certified by the government to lead groups. They are intelligent, knowledgeable, friendly and well organized. They take care of every detail in your itinerary and are an indispensable part of your journey. From time to time, refreshers course are being given to keep abreast with the latest knowledge of guiding.
OUR TEAM IS OUR STRENGTH
KARMA TASHI
Founder, President & CEO
Karma Tashi founded Bhutan Travelers in 2003. He is an experienced tour operator. Although desk-bound Karma takes pride in leading groups and providing personalized and customized services to his clients.
DECHEN RABYANG
Director of Tours, Europe & Australia
Dechen has a bachelors degree in Actuarial Science, Malaysia. She has worked as a Financial analyst and a tour director. Currently Dechen looks after the Europe and Australia division.
PEMA LHADON
Director of Tours, Americas
Pema has a Bachelors Degree in Economics and Environment. Prior to joining the company Pema had worked with some destination management companies in India and as a digital marketer. She is in charge of the Americas Division.
KINGZANG WANGMO
Director of Tours, Asia & Indian Sub-continent
Kinzang joined Bhutan Traveler’s team in October 2012 after exploring India. She now takes care of Asia and Indian Sub-continent division.
KINGA WANGMO
Finance Manager
Kinga heads the Finance department of the Company. After having worked in the largest bank in Bhutan, she has joined this company in 2011.
UGYEN DORJI
High Altitude Trekking Guide
Ugyen is specialized in high altitude trekking. He is one of the most experienced and competent guides. Ugyen has been trained and certified by the Tourism Council of Bhutan.
RINZIN TSHETEN
Local Expert
Rinzin is a veteran local expert trained and certified by the Tourism Council of Bhutan. He traveled extensively around the country and trekked all heights of Bhutan.
SONAM GYELTSHEN
Tour Leader
Sonam has a Bachelors degree from the University of Bangkok and can speak fluent English. He is friendly, helpful and you will enjoy trekking with him and the company of his friendly crew.
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