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Excursion Policy

About Across Bhutan

Across Bhutan travel agency offers Organized Tours & Custom Tours through Bhutan’s tranquil landscapes.

The purpose of this policy is to ensure that all excursions offered by Across Bhutan are
conducted responsibly, respecting environmental, cultural, and community
sensitivities, while ensuring guest safety and satisfaction.
This policy applies to:
-Excursions operated directly by Across Bhutan
-Excursions provided by partner agencies, accommodations, or local guides
-All destinations in Bhutan

1. Types of Excursions

1 Environmentally Sensitive Excursions

  • Nature treks, wildlife tours, high-altitude hikes, and fragile ecosystems.
  • Guidelines: Stay on marked trails, avoid littering, do not disturb wildlife, and
    minimize noise.

2 Culturally Sensitive Excursions

  • Visits to monasteries, dzongs, festivals, local communities, and artisan
    workshops.
  • Guidelines: Respect dress codes, maintain silence, follow local customs, and ask
    permission before taking photos.

2. Excursion Planning and Approval

-All excursions are assessed for environmental, cultural, and safety impacts
before being offered to guests.
-Sensitive excursions are documented in the Excursion Inventory with specific
guidelines.
-Partner excursions must meet Across Bhutan’s standards for sustainability,
safety, and cultural respect.

3. Guest Briefing

-Guests receive information about environmental and cultural sensitivities prior to
excursions.
-Guides brief guests on appropriate behavior, safety precautions, and prohibited
actions.
-Emergency contacts and procedures are provided for all excursions.

4. Safety and Risk Management

-All excursions follow health and safety regulations.
-Guides are trained in first aid and emergency procedures.
-Excursion risk assessments are reviewed and updated regularly.

5. Monitoring and Review

-Excursion activities are regularly monitored for compliance with this policy.
– Guest feedback is collected to identify areas for improvement.
-The policy and inventory are reviewed annually or when new excursions are
added.

6. Compliance

-All staff, guides, and partners must comply with this policy.

Across Bhutan is committed to providing safe, responsible, and sustainable
excursions while protecting Bhutan’s natural and cultural heritage.

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About Across Bhutan

Across Bhutan travel agency offers Organized Tours & Custom Tours through Bhutan’s tranquil landscapes.