Local Control; local benefits
The tour organized by Global was excellent both in quality and value for money BUT the biggest reason EVERYONE should use them is because they use local properties (like accommodation owned and operated by the local cooperatives) and local guides and thus the money goes directly back into the community. The large international tour companies are within their own self-contained and owned lodges with NO benefit to the local residents hence they should be avoided. Note: the local properties, food and guides were excellent - much better than the imported tour guides.