PHAN VĂN THÌN

Introduction
As one of the founding members of Oxalis Adventure Tours, Mr. Phan Van Thin began his journey as an adventure tour guide during the company’s earliest days. Over 10 years of dedication, continuous learning, and professional growth, he rose to the position of Tour Operations Director in 2021, playing an important role in Oxalis’ success.

With extensive expertise and a disciplined, professional work ethic, Mr. Thin is not only an exceptional manager but also a devoted trainer. He has organized numerous practical training sessions, providing immense value to Oxalis’ team of guides, operators, and porters. His approachable and humble demeanor has made these sessions truly inspiring environments where team members can comfortably exchange knowledge and experiences.

Born and raised in Phong Nha, the serene and picturesque land of Quang Binh, Mr. Phan Van Thin has turned his dream of contributing to his homeland into reality. With 15 years of commitment to Oxalis Adventure Tours, he has created sustainable value for the company and made significant contributions to the local community.

Extensive Experience
Fluent in English and possessing deep knowledge of tourism along with a profound understanding of the Phong Nha region, Mr. Phan Van Thin was among the first adventure tour guides at Oxalis, with over three years of hands-on guiding experience. He led the very first expedition to Son Doong Cave and has directly managed major tours at Son Doong, Tu Lan, and Phong Nha and accompanied with many world-know programs in Son Doong and Phong Nha such as Good Morning America (ABC News 2015), Son Doong 360 (National Geographic 2016) and Planet Earth III (BBC 2022).

With his rich experience, Mr. Thin has gradually taken on more significant roles, from Head of Tour Operations to General Manager of Chay Lap Farmstay. Currently, as Oxalis Operatio Director, he oversees the entire operations of Oxalis, ensuring that tours run smoothly, safely, and at the highest quality. At the same time, he actively contributes to the development of unique and innovative tourism products that meet the growing expectations of customers.

Beyond operational management, Mr. Thin is deeply committed to team training and development. He continuously supports guides, operators and porters in enhancing their expertise, helping them become top professionals in the field of adventure tourism. For Mr. Thin, tourism is not just a business but a mission to preserve and foster sustainable growth within the local community.

Expertise
Mr. Phan Van Thin holds a Degree in English and completed a CEO training program at the PACE School of Business in 2017. Throughout his career at Oxalis, he has participated in numerous training courses to enhance his professional skills and knowledge, including CEO training, management skills, business management, and specialized courses on cave exploration safety. Currently, Mr. Phan Van Thin is a member of the British Cave Association (BCA) and the British Cave Research Association (BCRA).