Study Tour in Yunnan

Guided by experienced local guide, Sonam Gelek, the nature walk included a visit to local craft training workshops and a tour in Lashi Hai escorted by Zhang Li, the manager of a local eco-tourism company. The tour aims to demonstrate the role of a nature guide and how to run a tour in an ecologically friendly way.

Participants discuss issues about tourism development, the role of community and civil society organizations, and how it benefits local people and communities.