Behind every smooth Tibet Yulong journey is a driver who knows these roads inside and out. Here are five of our most trusted team members.
Bai Ma Wang Jiu — 18 Years on the Road to Everest
Bai Ma Wang Jiu has been driving Tibet’s high-altitude routes since 2007, with a particular specialty in the Lhasa-to-Everest Base Camp corridor. He’s crossed Gyatso La and Gawula Pass more times than he can count, and knows exactly when to pull over for the best photo opportunities along the way.
Beyond his driving skills, Bai Ma Wang Jiu is fluent in basic English and always happy to point out wildlife, local villages, and hidden viewpoints most guides miss. Guests often mention his calm, steady driving style on the mountain switchbacks as one of the highlights of their trip.
Specialty: Everest Base Camp routes | Experience: 18 years | Vehicle: Land Cruiser & minivan
Dawa — Our Mount Kailash Route Specialist
Dawa grew up in the Ngari region and has spent over a decade navigating the long, remote drive from Lhasa to Darchen. He’s intimately familiar with the region’s shifting weather patterns and knows how to adjust the day’s schedule when snow or wind affects the route.
Guests appreciate Dawa’s patience with early starts and long driving days, as well as his genuine enthusiasm for sharing stories about the Kailash pilgrimage route with first-time visitors.
Specialty: Mount Kailash & Ngari region | Experience: 12 years | Vehicle: 4WD Land Cruiser
Dawa
Norbu — Precision Driving for Mountain Passes
Norbu has built a reputation for his careful, methodical approach to Tibet’s highest and most technical mountain passes, including Karo La and Gampala Pass. With a background as a mechanic before becoming a driver, he’s also the team member most guests turn to if a vehicle needs quick troubleshooting on the road.
His attention to vehicle maintenance means fewer surprises on long driving days, and his easygoing nature makes him a favorite among families and older travelers.
Specialty: Yamdrok Lake & Shigatse routes | Experience: 9 years | Vehicle: Toyota Coaster minibus
Norbu
Lobsang — Specialist in Overland Border Crossings
Lobsang has spent years driving the demanding overland route between Lhasa and the Nepal border, handling everything from the Gyirong crossing to detours around road closures. He’s especially skilled at managing the logistics of long, multi-day drives, including timing rest stops around altitude acclimatization needs.
Known for his calm demeanor even during unexpected road conditions, Lobsang is often assigned to our longer overland tours where flexibility and problem-solving matter most.
Specialty: Lhasa–Kathmandu overland routes | Experience: 14 years | Vehicle: Land Cruiser
Lobsang
Tashi — Passionate Guide to Southern Tibet
Tashi specializes in the scenic routes connecting Lhasa, Gyantse, and Shigatse, and is known for his encyclopedic knowledge of the small villages and monasteries along the way. He often shares recommendations for local teahouses and family-run restaurants that aren’t listed in typical guidebooks.
With a friendly, talkative style, Tashi is a great match for travelers who enjoy conversation and cultural insight throughout their journey, not just safe transportation from point A to point B.
Specialty: Southern Tibet & Friendship Highway | Experience: 7 years | Vehicle: Minivan
Tashi
