Why MyBhutan Joined PATA
The MyBhutan team.
Why we’re a member of PATA?
In line with MyBhutan’s foundational interest to support sustainable and socially responsible tourism initiatives, we joined PATA in order to broaden our ever-expanding knowledge base on better sustainability practices. We believe that our industry-leading practices — in connection with Bhutan’s pioneering policies on environmental conservation — will spur innovation in the realm of sustainable travel both in the Kingdom and beyond.
We also joined PATA with hope to connect with other responsible parties across the globe both to share ideas and build relationships.
How We’re Doing It?
Operating in the world’s only remaining carbon neutral country, it was natural for our company to take interest in adopting green travel ideas and policies. We are proud to be one of the leading eco-tourism companies in Bhutan across all industries, and have partnered with various government agencies and nonprofit organizations in our effort to keep Bhutan a healthy place to live for all of its living beings.
Our eco-friendly travel operation is committed to low impact infrastructure and services. Our entire operation is free of disposable plastics and we are the only fully green trekking supplier in country. We have a zero-tolerance policy and a corresponding process to ensure that we do not leave waste on trails.
We actively look to partner with local parties that support sustainable tourism practices and our Guest Services team hosts sustainability events to share ideas with other industry players.
The pristine Nub Tshona Pata Trail.
We also learn from our team members constantly. One of our team members, Gembo, started the nation’s largest cleaning campaign.
We have identified ways both to support Gembo’s project and also learn from his initiative in order to adopt additional sustainability practices into our work.
Gembo exiting from Dechenphu Lhakhang while cleaning during the COVID-19 downtime.
STORY BY KARMA YONTEN
PHOTOGRAPHY: JESSE MONTES, GEMBO, ANDREW STUDER & VINCENT ROAZZI JR.
This article is reposted with permission from MyBhutan, a provider of bespoke, one of a kind travel experiences to the Royal Kingdom of Bhutan and valued PATA International Member. PATA proudly supports discussions around sustainability through the SDGs Matters guest post initiative. Please note that the views and opinions expressed in the article may not necessarily reflect the official policy, position or views of PATA or any of its employees.
