Etho Metho (pronounced ettoh mettoh)
is the name given to the rhododendron in Bhutan's national language,
Dzongkha. We have many varieties of rhododendron growing in the
mountain forests of our beautiful country. If you are traveling
in the hinterland during spring, you will experience the magnificent
sight of towering tree species in their full glory, covered in a
profusion of intense red and dazzling white blooms, as your journey
takes you ever upwards towards the high passes.
Etho Metho Tours & Treks Ltd is one of the largest and most
experienced Tour Operators in Bhutan. Established in 1991 by three
veterans of the former government-run Tourism Department, Etho Metho
is now one of Bhutan’s leading tourism companies, both in
quality and range of services provided and in number of international
clients handled each year.
Mindful of the fragility of the natural environment, our aim is
to "take nothing but photographs and leave nothing but footprints"
when introducing visitors to the small, green Himalayan jewel that
is Bhutan. When trekking, we bury all biodegradable garbage, and
bring the rest back to Thimphu for recycling or proper disposal.
Environmental concerns are a major part of Bhutan’s development
policy. As a mark of her concern for environmental issues, our Managing
Director, Aum (Mrs) Dago Beda served for two years as vice president
of the Royal Society for Protection of Nature, and is currently
a board member of the Bhutan Trust Fund, which supports most of
the environmental activities that take place in Bhutan.
Company Mission Statement
Our unwavering objective is to provide value-added services to the
discerning travelers who come to experience our country. Equipped
with a team of dedicated professionals and supported by an excellent
infrastructure, we are committed to offering you the very best.
We will guide you to experience all that is special about Bhutan,
the natural beauty of the countryside, awe-inspiring mountain views,
colorful religious festivals, vibrant cultural traditions and, most
importantly, the charm and gracious hospitality of the people. We
will open the doors of this last hidden kingdom to you and bid you
welcome.
Transport
We have an up to date fleet of 20 Toyota vehicles, comprising coaches
seating 18-22 and smaller vehicles seating 5-8. All our vehicles
are heated, and all are designated "No Smoking". Our drivers are
competent professionals, each with over 10 years experience on the
road with Etho Metho.
Catering
Etho Metho's professionally trained catering team will accompany
you on the treks, which they have undertaken on countless occasions.
The catering team also accompanies non-trekkers touring off the
beaten track, to provide hot lunches along the way, and also other
meals depending on accommodation arrangements. All members of our
catering team are well experienced and have been with us for many
years.
Etho Metho Tour Leaders
All Etho Metho tours are escorted by well trained and knowledgeable
English-speaking guides, certificated by the Tourism Authority of
Bhutan. The services of guides speaking other languages (e.g. Japanese,
German, French) may also be provided with sufficient prior notice
and at additional cost. Our group leaders are well versed in their
different fields. From trekking to culture, and ornithology to botany,
we have the best informed tour leaders in the country.
When traveling in Bhutan with Etho Metho, you can be confident that
your tour leader is totally focused on making your Bhutan experience
a culturally rich and spiritually rewarding odyssey. |
