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Inappropriate / Inaccurate? Sonam Norbu

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Sonam is a Bhutanese guide with over fifteen years of experience. In addition to his professional approach to logistics, gained from years of leading tailormade groups and private tours, Sonam has a wealth of cultural knowledge to share. Bhutan's history and present society is steeped in folk tales and traditions. Each village or valley has its own tales, and in the off-season Sonam travels for a month at a time to gather tales from villagers. Sonam's enthusiasm and respect for his country's way of life brings a live his considerable knowledge, providing rich understanding for his clients.

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Uploaded by Hannah Gilbert on June 2, 2009.

Uploaded by Hannah Gilbert on June 2, 2009.

Uploaded by Hannah Gilbert on June 2, 2009.

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Overall
8 / 10
1 review

Hannah Gilbert (recommender) (8 / 10)

reviewed April 14, 2009, 2:14 p.m.

Hannah Gilbert spent 2-4 weeks with Sonam Norbu.

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Description

A three week tailormade tour of Bhutan with Sonam as our guide, organised through Blue Poppy Tours.

Best bits: Finding folk tales in Eastern Bhutan
Worst bits: The bumpy road!

Ratings

Overall experience: 8 / 10
Value for money: 5 / 10
Eco impact: 7 / 10
Does the local understand eco issues? Yes