A Cup of Chai
By Gaurav, Managing Partner, Himalayan Ecotourism As I navigated the chaotic streets of Delhi, clutching a cup of unremarkable chai, my mind drifted back to the serene landscapes and the hospitality of the locals of Pangi valley. I remembered Santosh's humble
A Journey of Purpose & Impact
By Gaurav, Managing Partner, Himalayan Ecotourism As I reflect on my journey as a Managing Partner at Himalayan Ecotourism (HECO), I am compelled to share the experiences and insights that have shaped our path. My tenure at HECO has been a
Women’s empowerment for conservation
By Stephan, founder of Heco and Himalayan Ecotourism This article led to the writing of "Building a sustainable future : The possible role of enterprises in economic welfare and conservation" For decades, the West has been at the forefront of advocating for
Reinventing tourism in Ladakh
By Stephan, founder of Heco and Himalayan Ecotourism This article led to the writing of "Building a sustainable future : The possible role of enterprises in economic welfare and conservation" Ladakh - where nature florishes with humans "Ladakh is truly a marvel on
Ecotourism as a way to promote conservation
As a sustainable enterprise, we are always trying to find solutions that promote conservation
What does it take to create a successful responsible tourism venture?
See Stephan's insights on what are the crucial traits to venture into responsible tourism
Tourism is the means rather than the end
How responsible tourism opens door to better opportunities for locals and conservation of their land and resources
How winning the Responsible Tourism Award 2019 has helped our initiative
The motivation to work for conservation with the local community
The phase 3 of our stop forest fires initiative
Understanding the root cause of forest fires and working on ideas to mitigate the same