Discover Travel with Purpose
Travel with us in small trekking groups to off-the-beaten-track locations.
Explore not only incredible landscapes, but also unique local and indigenous cultures in a way that benefits communities, supports cultural preservation and environmental conservation.
OUR PURPOSE IS DEVELOPMENTAL
OUR METHOD IS TRAVEL
OUR PRODUCTS ARE UNIQUE JOURNEYS
DEVELOPED WITH LOCAL GUIDES
AND THEIR COMMUNITIES
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DISCOVER REMOTE CULTURES IN AMAZING PLACES
Join us and explore incredible, remote locations and experience unique, fascinating mountain and indigenous cultures
Travelling with us means not only trekking in some of the most spectacular remote locations on earth, but also on forging links with remote communities. It means experiencing traditional cultures in a way that few travel companies do, in countries as diverse as remote Tibetan Nepal, Armenia and Uganda.
Get unique insights into the beliefs, stories legends and the daily lives of these remote cultures through tapping into local expertise and indigenous wisdom.
Our links with remote communities, traditional herbalists, lamas and monks, village elders, traditional households, forest people, yak herders and nomadic traders create unique trekking journeys with authentic and meaningful interactions with cultures that we can learn so much from.
Our Trips
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
“With local guides, a deep appreciation for place and people, and an unhurried pace, Nomadic Skies bring a new dimension to travel. You will find yourself immersed, inspired, and refreshed by your trek through this beautiful, spiritual land.”
Linda Behnken
"It's as if we were part of a BBC documentary on the indigenous people of Dolpo. An amazing experience."
Jeanette Arnott
“Incredible journey to one of the most beautiful places on earth with the opportunity to interact in a meaningful way with locals— gaining deeper insights and enjoying the warmest of welcomes.”
Linda Di Maio
This was a way of travelling I could never have even imagined. The places we went to and the experiences we had were so varied, rich and beautiful that this trip of a lifetime will stay with me forever. It has totally changed the way I think about travel, and about genuinely benefitting and connecting with the people who’s country I have the great privilege of visiting.
Cal Major
UK
"A truly shared experience with a community. Not just a hike through a wonderful landscape."
Liz Bibby
"A unique experience, very much into the heart of the Dolpo-pa, unlike other treks which speed through the landscape and seldom touch the culture."
Anne Ince
“A slow trip through the more unvisited corners of Doplo, taking time to connect with the local people and understand the world from their perspective.”
Jason Scott
This trip was more immersive than I had originally thought, but was so much better for it. Getting to know the people and their culture, even for this short time, was the biggest ad on to a holiday I have ever had
I cannot imagine travelling and experiencing all that this country has to offer, the wildlife, the incredible landscape and the communities with anyone other than Nomadic Skies! Nothing in the future is going to touch it!
Sam Sanger
UK
Slower travel with meaningful, deeper interaction with remote communities
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Journeys that impact on travelers and the communities we visit.
Trails of remote High Himalayan culture and wisdom
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US$ 4800 (around £3650)19 days
A stunning trek to the sacred and other-worldly Lake Phoksundo and hidden Kagmara Valley. Ascending off established trails through Shamanic Hindu mountain villages to the monasteries and stunning landscapes of the hidden, culturally Tibetan valleys of the High Himalayan of North West Nepal.
NEW: Bespoke journeys for groups of 2 to 5: Having built up our local teams and indigenous guides we are now offering tailored trips for small groups. Contact us for more details.
2026 Group trips:
- 12th to 30th October (open for bookings)
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The bio-diverse Virunga of South West Uganda
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From: US$ 4,400 (around £3,250) Journey now open for bookings for 2026
An extraordinary journey through one of the most stunning and biodiverse areas of Africa. A trekking journey combining travel by boat, local dug-out canoe travelling to the African Alpine Zone of the high Virunga (over 3600m), through equatorial and cloud forest. Exploring forest and mountain cultures and experiencing incredible diverse wildlife and habitats.
2027:
- January 5th to 18th: Trekking across the Uganda Gorilla Highlands starting in
- January 5th to 22nd: Trekking trip with an add on to descend to Queen Elizabeth National Park (to view Africa's big game and undertake a Chimpanzee trekking) finishing in Entebbe, Uganda.
NEW: Bespoke trips for groups of 2 to 5: Tailored journeys adapted to your interests and timeframes. Trips are best in December to February and June to August (due to the local climate).
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Silk Trade & Pilgrim Routes of Armenia
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US$3100 (around £2300)13 days
Journey along the hidden pilgrim trails and silk trade routes of Southern Armenia, exploring the ancient, modern and recent history and natural environments of the Vorotan River Canyon in collaboration with hill communities along our route.
17 Days with an ascent of Aragats (Armenia's Highest Mountain) and Mount Ararat in Eastern Turkey
Cost per person:
- From US$ 3,100 for the standard trip (around £2,300)
- From US$ 4,200 (2027 price) with the Ararat ascent extension (around £3,100)
2026
- 17th to 29th May 2026 (2 spaces remaining)
- 6th to 21st September 2026- With Mount Ararat ascent extension (full)
2027
- 16th to 28th May 2027 (bookings open)
- 5th to 20th September 2027- With Mount Ararat ascent extension (bookings open)
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Desert pastoralists, nomads and traders of Southern Morocco
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TBC shortly12 days
A fascinating journey exploring the huge contrasting landscapes and the ancient and modern traditions of the desert people of Southern Morocco. A journey from bustling Marrakesh, through the High Atlas to the trade cities of the foot hill of the Atlas, and to the desert to trek with the Sahrawi and desert Berber peoples.
2026 Group trips:
- December 2026 (dates to be confirmed shortly)
__2027 Group trips:__ - February 2027 (dates to be confirmed shortly)
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Footsteps of Peter Matthiessen's Snow Leopard
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BespokeGroup Trip
A group trip will be organised for between 8 to 10 people in September / October 2027. Final dates to be confirmed soon. Register interest in this now.
Bespoke Journeys
Journeys for 2 or more people that can be organised with our indigenous guides to explore the journey taken by US author Peter Matthiessen in Dolpo, NW Nepal that was the basis of his iconic 1979 book The Snow Leopard.
Cost:
Bespoke journeys: Based on length and numbers
Group Trip: Price TBC shortly
DATES
- Group Trip: September/October 2027 (dates TBC shortly)
- Bespoke Trips in Spring (May- June) and Autumn (October - November)
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Sacred fibres: Textiles of the hidden High Himalaya
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US$ 4950 (around £3650)An immersive journey into the textiles of the mountain communities of the Humla area of Northwestern Nepal An inspiring opportunity to travel with fellow textile enthusiasts. Find out about the practical, cultural and sacred relevance of woven and sewn textiles. Spend time with skilled local artisans, work with them and learn from them. A window into rich but little explored cultural heritage and a journey of personal creative development and inspiration in a stunning mountain environment.
After our very successful trip in 2024 we wil be running the trip again in 2027 (dates to be released shortly)
September-October 2027
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About Us
We're a developmental trekking company founded on a professional background of international development
Nomadic Skies was built around the question on how travel, to remote areas and amongst fragile indigenous cultures, can be more beneficial to these communities.
Established by development professionals Gavin Anderson and Jigme Lama, we have over 50 years experience of working in small business and rural international development. As a group of likeminded people we passionately believe that travel, if developed collaboratively and run effectively, can contribute meaningfully to:
- Enhancing local incomes and employment, addressing challenges of rural population migration and the impact of climate change on livelihoods.
- preserving culture and indigenous wisdom.
- addressing local environmental and social challenges.
We don't believe that we can be THE solution to these problems, but we do believe we can contribute to addressing these challenges and potentially influencing others to travel in a way that is not just an incredible experience for the traveller, but positive to local communities, cultures and environments.
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Our Vision
Travel that supports fragile communities in remote locations
Our Vision is for travel that is led by local guides. Guides that not only know the route, but who are part of the area and communities we travel to. Journeys that involve local communities and households and where we are invited to meaningfully interact with communities and participate in local events, ceremonies and share in arts, crafts and music.
Our vision is for travel that maximises economic benefits within local communities and locally owned small businesses. Contributing to the mix of income sources that are so essential to sustainable livelihoods that are not reliant on tourism.
Our vision is for travel to support the preservation of local knowledge and wisdom. Broadening our awareness and understanding as travellers while assisting communities (and younger generations) recognise the immense value of traditional skills, wisdom, folklore and aural and physical culture.
In doing this, our vision is to offer travel experiences in remote areas that are unique and offer a depth of exploration and a quality of local interaction beyond traditional travel. Travel that will change the traveller and support positive change and preservation within remote and fragile communities and environments.
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