Ugen Tshering
Managing Director
Ugen, the
founder of Wind Horse has guided tours and treks all over Bhutan. He lived in India &
Nepal for five years leading tours and adventures throughout these countries. He has also
led several trips through Central Asia, China and Pakistan. He has seen a lot of the world
and still travels extensively, spending off-seasons in the French Alps, Colorado Rockies,
Glacier National Park or in the cities of America & Europe promoting travels to Asia.
It is this experience and knowledge in travel filed that he tries to incorporate in Wind
Horse. His passion and knowledge for the high mountains of the Himalayas & the
Buddhist way of life which surrounds these mountains are bounty, which leaves the
travelers feeling secure, safe and exceptionally fun.
Kinley
Namgay
General Manager
Kinley has over 10 years of
experience in tourism. His experience, patience and attention to detail makes him ideally
suited for co-ordinating trips in Bhutan. As our "inside" man, Kinley
professionally negotiates the complicated maze of government paperwork, permits and visas,
as well as the logistics of all our tours, treks & expeditions to ensure our
adventures run smoothly. His cultural knowledge combined with a gentle demeanor makes him
one of the best-loved cultural guides.
Anand
Sharma
Treasurer & Nature Guide
A Science Graduate from
North Point College, Darjeeling, Anand leads our Botanical, Bird Watching and other nature
study trips. He also overseas Darjeeling and Sikkim programs. He is our Finance guy and a
promising leader.
Mindu
Dorji
Trekking & White Water Specialist
Mindu is one of the first
Kayak, Rafting Captain, and certified Instructors. He received the training in advanced
level mountaineering both in Bhutan and Austria. He is also a certified trekking
Instructor for Bhutanese Guide. Now and then he finds time to play soccer in the national
team! Behind his calm, smiling demeanor lies a rock solid, born leader. The most common
feedback we get on Mindu is, "Id trust him with my life. I did!" He is our
chief Manager for co-ordinating and development of adventure trips.
Suresh
Loja
Premier Guide
Suresh as he calls himself studied in Bhutan and Sikkim. He did
basic mountaineering course and studied Spanish in Buenos Aires, Argentina. He completed
advanced level of mountaineering from the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute, Darjeeling.
He is passionate, a travel enthusiast and leads both cultural and trekking tours. He
speaks superb English, has a wealth of knowledge about the flora, fauna, and the cultures
of Bhutan. He has explored the area for nearly 10 years, and shares his knowledge of the
region with insight and humor.
Anan
Loja
Language Specialist
Anan has over 7 years
experience in tourism and is one of the best loved German speaking guides in Bhutan. He
has travelled the whole of Europe, speaks fine German besides English and is a travel
enthusiast. He leads both cultural and trekking tours and overseas the German section.
Tashi Gyeltshen
Tour Guide
Tashi studied in Bhutan
and has over 4 years of experience in tourism. Trained in tour guiding and certified by
the Department of Tourism, he leads our cultural tours and treks and also assist in office
administration.
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