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
When tourism can truly benefit a community and its environment : A social enterprise model
By Stephan, founder of Heco and Himalayan Ecotourism The rapid expansion of tourism across the globe has brought both opportunities and challenges to local communities and their environments. Mainstream tourism enterprises often focus solely on profit maximization, frequently neglecting the long-term
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
Building a sustainable future : The possible role of enterprises in economic welfare and conservation
By Stephan, founder of Heco and Himalayan Ecotourism Having worked in the non-profit sector for about eight years in rural India, I deeply immersed myself in a world inhabited by traditional communities, guardians of the natural resources, while businesses of various
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
Working for women empowerment in the Himalayas
Women belong in all places where decisions are being made
Ecotourism as a way to promote conservation
As a sustainable enterprise, we are always trying to find solutions that promote conservation
A summer like no other
See what our volunteer has to say about the role of locals in community based ecotourism and the rich experience they had on field
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
