Welcome, Curious Traveler!
I am David, aka “Nature Nomad”, an adventurer and environmental scientist who has traveled off the beaten paths for more than a decade. Currently, I am on the ZERO Impact Expedition to create and inspire a global community that values and engages in sustainable slow travel.
My blog offers you fascinating stories, helpful travel tips, and insights into the gear I use on my adventures.
Would you like to know where I am right now? Check out my Live Travel Map to follow me on my journey and join an upcoming event of my projects Run4Planet and Mindful Mountain Adventures.
I’m more than happy that you’ve found your way here—enjoy exploring!
Partnerships and Cooperations
An awe-inspiring scene unfolded near Neko Harbor: from a respectful distance, we watched several whales as they fed, their calls resonating with an intensity rarely experienced.
The sounds were so thunderous they traveled for kilometers, reaching the Expedition Hondius and bouncing off the surrounding mountains in a triple echo. Even the guides who remained on board radioed in, puzzled by the mysterious booming — their real-time reactions can be heard in the video.
Encounters like these are never promised. They unfold on nature’s terms, and when they do, it is a rare and humbling gift. We remain deeply grateful for every glimpse into the wild’s raw beauty. The zodiacs remained standing still and we would just watch these beautiful scenes unfolding around us.
What a gift and beautiful day in Antarctica!
#antarctica #whalewatching #antarctic #humpbackwhale #oceanwideexpeditions #outdoor #oceanlover #whale
An awe-inspiring scene unfolded near Neko Harbor: from a respectful distance, we watched several whales as they fed, their calls resonating with an intensity rarely experienced.
The sounds were so thunderous they traveled for kilometers, reaching the Expedition Hondius and bouncing off the surrounding mountains in a triple echo. Even the guides who remained on board radioed in, puzzled by the mysterious booming — their real-time reactions can be heard in the video.
Encounters like these are never promised. They unfold on nature’s terms, and when they do, it is a rare and humbling gift. We remain deeply grateful for every glimpse into the wild’s raw beauty. The zodiacs remained standing still and we would just watch these beautiful scenes unfolding around us.
What a gift and beautiful day in Antarctica!
#antarctica #whalewatching #antarctic #humpbackwhale #oceanwideexpeditions #outdoor #oceanlover #whale
Comment "SUPPORT" to get more info and to get fast the Donation LINK and TOOLKIT!
In 2023, @seashepherd exposed the shocking truth: Antarctica’s whales aren’t safe anymore 🐋
Their ship, the "Allankay", revealed massive supertrawlers stripping the Southern Ocean of krill — the lifeblood of its fragile ecosystem. They saw over 200 whales forced to compete with industrial ships for food. The images went global and sparked outrage...
Righ now, in the beginning of 2025, Allankay is back—because the call to protect Antarctica was ignored and these supertrawlers are most likely expected to even expand their fleet . A new marine reserve was rejected, making Sea Shepherd’s direct action on the spot more urgent than ever.
I’m here in Antarctica in the same area with @oceanwideexp ....witnessing the raw beauty and the silent danger of this fragile ecosystem. Grateful to learn from the scientists on board who are teaching us a lot about the Antarctic, its wildlife and how important its protection really is.
On my birthday, I am asking you for a favor to take 5 minutes of your time and support "Operation Antarctic Defense".
Donate or/and use their toolkit to pressure krill retailers and stimmulate a change.
Both Links are to be find in my Bio in the Linktree or Comment SUPPORT if you need more info or directly the donation LINK or TOOLKIT.
Some Facts: the diminishing stocks of Antarctic krill in the Southern Ocean have decreased the average weight of southern right whales by 23% in the past three decades, reducing their ability to produce healthy offspring.
Since 2007, the local number of fur seals has decreased by 86 percent.
The world`s second-largest emperor penguin colony, has suffered three years of almost total breeding failure.
So again, help protect the Southern Ocean!
From the edge of the world—thank you. ❄️🌊
Also many thanks to @seashepherd for being so kind to allow me to use their video footage.
#worldtravel #savethewhales #protectwhales #sustainability #whaleconservation #SaveTheWhale #adventuretravel #solotravel #oceanlover #ocean #antarktis #antarctica #antárctica #seashepherd #protectantarctic
Comment "SUPPORT" to get more info and to get fast the Donation LINK and TOOLKIT!
In 2023, @seashepherd exposed the shocking truth: Antarctica’s whales aren’t safe anymore 🐋
Their ship, the "Allankay", revealed massive supertrawlers stripping the Southern Ocean of krill — the lifeblood of its fragile ecosystem. They saw over 200 whales forced to compete with industrial ships for food. The images went global and sparked outrage...
Righ now, in the beginning of 2025, Allankay is back—because the call to protect Antarctica was ignored and these supertrawlers are most likely expected to even expand their fleet . A new marine reserve was rejected, making Sea Shepherd’s direct action on the spot more urgent than ever.
I’m here in Antarctica in the same area with @oceanwideexp ....witnessing the raw beauty and the silent danger of this fragile ecosystem. Grateful to learn from the scientists on board who are teaching us a lot about the Antarctic, its wildlife and how important its protection really is.
On my birthday, I am asking you for a favor to take 5 minutes of your time and support "Operation Antarctic Defense".
Donate or/and use their toolkit to pressure krill retailers and stimmulate a change.
Both Links are to be find in my Bio in the Linktree or Comment SUPPORT if you need more info or directly the donation LINK or TOOLKIT.
Some Facts: the diminishing stocks of Antarctic krill in the Southern Ocean have decreased the average weight of southern right whales by 23% in the past three decades, reducing their ability to produce healthy offspring.
Since 2007, the local number of fur seals has decreased by 86 percent.
The world`s second-largest emperor penguin colony, has suffered three years of almost total breeding failure.
So again, help protect the Southern Ocean!
From the edge of the world—thank you. ❄️🌊
Also many thanks to @seashepherd for being so kind to allow me to use their video footage.
#worldtravel #savethewhales #protectwhales #sustainability #whaleconservation #SaveTheWhale #adventuretravel #solotravel #oceanlover #ocean #antarktis #antarctica #antárctica #seashepherd #protectantarctic
On Day 2 of hitchhiking to Antarctica, I got attacked in my tent—by the same cat that cuddled with me the night before! 😄 I think she just couldn’t find the entrance. But honestly, she’s way too cute to be mad at, right?
We packed up and headed to the kitchen, where José had coffee ready while the girls made fresh empanadas. After breakfast, he drove us to a beautiful lake, and along the way, we met what might have been a 100-year-old German Shepherd (or at least, he looked it!).
Back at the house, we made our hitchhiking signs—only to realize… nothing was moving. Feast day. Karneval. No trucks, no rides, no chance. So, we stayed another night, leaving our tent packed just in case someone knocked on José’s door with a ride.
But as always, the best moments are the unexpected ones. We spent the evening watching the sunset before José and his family invited us to a barbecue and ic cream. Before we ate, I took a moment to thank them—not just for the food and shelter, but for welcoming strangers like old friends.
Since we started this journey, Argentinians everywhere—even in my comment section—have been incredibly kind, offering wishes of luck or even their homes. We feel at home, far from home. Gracias, gracias, gracias. ❤️
Stay tuned for Day 3—where we’ll hopefully make some kilometers!
#worldtravel #worldtraveler #wanderlust #travelaroundtheworld #worldtrip #adventuretime #adventuretravel #solotravel #solotraveler #globetrotter #aroundtheworld #hitchhiking #hitchhiker #hitchhikers #argentina #argentina🇦🇷 #ushuaia
On Day 2 of hitchhiking to Antarctica, I got attacked in my tent—by the same cat that cuddled with me the night before! 😄 I think she just couldn’t find the entrance. But honestly, she’s way too cute to be mad at, right?
We packed up and headed to the kitchen, where José had coffee ready while the girls made fresh empanadas. After breakfast, he drove us to a beautiful lake, and along the way, we met what might have been a 100-year-old German Shepherd (or at least, he looked it!).
Back at the house, we made our hitchhiking signs—only to realize… nothing was moving. Feast day. Karneval. No trucks, no rides, no chance. So, we stayed another night, leaving our tent packed just in case someone knocked on José’s door with a ride.
But as always, the best moments are the unexpected ones. We spent the evening watching the sunset before José and his family invited us to a barbecue and ic cream. Before we ate, I took a moment to thank them—not just for the food and shelter, but for welcoming strangers like old friends.
Since we started this journey, Argentinians everywhere—even in my comment section—have been incredibly kind, offering wishes of luck or even their homes. We feel at home, far from home. Gracias, gracias, gracias. ❤️
Stay tuned for Day 3—where we’ll hopefully make some kilometers!
#worldtravel #worldtraveler #wanderlust #travelaroundtheworld #worldtrip #adventuretime #adventuretravel #solotravel #solotraveler #globetrotter #aroundtheworld #hitchhiking #hitchhiker #hitchhikers #argentina #argentina🇦🇷 #ushuaia
We set out for a leisurely hike that day, but somehow, we ended up scaling that massive rock like mountain goats.
The payoff? Not only did we get to watch the sunset from above the clouds in a spectacular 360 degree vision, but we also had the perfect vantage point to see the nearby parking lot and official view point now from a far distance — where the tourists and sunsetlovers started pointing at us, wondering how on earth we got up there... 🐐😅
Stay safe!
Follow me on my adventures around the world @nature_nomad_world
#hike #hikemore #hikingadventures #hikelife #hiking #hikevibes #hiker #wanderlust #hikingtrails #estonia #visitestonia #hikingculture #hikinglife #hikingadventure #hikinglovers #germany #estonia #spain #grancanaria
We set out for a leisurely hike that day, but somehow, we ended up scaling that massive rock like mountain goats.
The payoff? Not only did we get to watch the sunset from above the clouds in a spectacular 360 degree vision, but we also had the perfect vantage point to see the nearby parking lot and official view point now from a far distance — where the tourists and sunsetlovers started pointing at us, wondering how on earth we got up there... 🐐😅
Stay safe!
Follow me on my adventures around the world @nature_nomad_world
#hike #hikemore #hikingadventures #hikelife #hiking #hikevibes #hiker #wanderlust #hikingtrails #estonia #visitestonia #hikingculture #hikinglife #hikingadventure #hikinglovers #germany #estonia #spain #grancanaria
That "good shortcut" in the video I`ve taken near Vilsandi Island in Estonia.
It was a hike through the ice cold ocean (Baltic sea) to get from one island to another....but I had to turn back at some point as the water was getting too deep 😜
They say, in summertime, it should be accessible....I was trying in early spring adding some spice to the mission... 😀
#hike #hikemore #hikingadventures #hikelife #hiking #hikevibes #hiker #wanderlust #hikingtrails #estonia #visitestonia #hikingculture #hikinglife #hikingadventure #hikinglovers #zeroimpactexpedition
That "good shortcut" in the video I`ve taken near Vilsandi Island in Estonia.
It was a hike through the ice cold ocean (Baltic sea) to get from one island to another....but I had to turn back at some point as the water was getting too deep 😜
They say, in summertime, it should be accessible....I was trying in early spring adding some spice to the mission... 😀
#hike #hikemore #hikingadventures #hikelife #hiking #hikevibes #hiker #wanderlust #hikingtrails #estonia #visitestonia #hikingculture #hikinglife #hikingadventure #hikinglovers #zeroimpactexpedition
▶️ Would love to hear your comments about other abandoned places you know of and are worth a visit! In Estonia 🇪🇪🤝 or wherever you live....🫶
Exploring abandoned places has always been a thrill for me, and my recent journey to Keila Joa, a former Soviet air base in Estonia, was no exception.
The intrigue around this site began when the CIA first spotted its construction in satellite images back in 1964. There was initial confusion about whether it was intended for air defense or missile defense, leading to comparisons with other similar sites and the eventual realization of its purpose as part of a broader network of air defense systems.
🤔 What makes abandoned places like Keila Joa so captivating?
Perhaps it`s the silence that speaks volumes, where every crumbling wall and deserted building has a story to tell.
Some structures at Keila Joa are no more than ruins, while others stand defiantly against the test of time, housing the ghosts of a tension-filled era. The missile launch areas, vast and imposing, were too numerous for me to explore in a single day.
Each area had its own set of buildings, offering a glimpse into the past. The mere thought that I might not be alone, heightened by unexpected sounds or the sudden flight of a bird, added a layer of adrenaline to the experience.
As I wandered through massive halls with graffiti art, the sight of illegal trash dumps marred the landscape. This problem of illegal dumping disrespecting the Environment is calling for greater awareness and respect for these forgotten spaces.
⚠️Keila Joa is a must-visit Destination in estonia if you like abandoned places. Just an hour and 20 minute drive from Tallinn with the bus 108 to keila-Joe and another 30 minute walk into the area. I navigated through Google Maps. The most interesting buildings you can find here:
⚠️ 59.403778, 24.329677 ⚠️
and the Hangar is here:
59.412423, 24.324232
▶️ Is not directly at one of the rocket launch Areas, that`s why it took me some time to find it)
Good Luck!
▶️ Would love to hear your comments About other abandoned places you know of and are worth to visit!
#abandonedplaces #outdoors #adventure #wanderlust #exploring
▶️ Would love to hear your comments about other abandoned places you know of and are worth a visit! In Estonia 🇪🇪🤝 or wherever you live....🫶
Exploring abandoned places has always been a thrill for me, and my recent journey to Keila Joa, a former Soviet air base in Estonia, was no exception.
The intrigue around this site began when the CIA first spotted its construction in satellite images back in 1964. There was initial confusion about whether it was intended for air defense or missile defense, leading to comparisons with other similar sites and the eventual realization of its purpose as part of a broader network of air defense systems.
🤔 What makes abandoned places like Keila Joa so captivating?
Perhaps it`s the silence that speaks volumes, where every crumbling wall and deserted building has a story to tell.
Some structures at Keila Joa are no more than ruins, while others stand defiantly against the test of time, housing the ghosts of a tension-filled era. The missile launch areas, vast and imposing, were too numerous for me to explore in a single day.
Each area had its own set of buildings, offering a glimpse into the past. The mere thought that I might not be alone, heightened by unexpected sounds or the sudden flight of a bird, added a layer of adrenaline to the experience.
As I wandered through massive halls with graffiti art, the sight of illegal trash dumps marred the landscape. This problem of illegal dumping disrespecting the Environment is calling for greater awareness and respect for these forgotten spaces.
⚠️Keila Joa is a must-visit Destination in estonia if you like abandoned places. Just an hour and 20 minute drive from Tallinn with the bus 108 to keila-Joe and another 30 minute walk into the area. I navigated through Google Maps. The most interesting buildings you can find here:
⚠️ 59.403778, 24.329677 ⚠️
and the Hangar is here:
59.412423, 24.324232
▶️ Is not directly at one of the rocket launch Areas, that`s why it took me some time to find it)
Good Luck!
▶️ Would love to hear your comments About other abandoned places you know of and are worth to visit!
#abandonedplaces #outdoors #adventure #wanderlust #exploring
🇪🇪 I visited an Estonian swamp in Winter, and it was an adventure. But see for yourselves!
🤔 Did you know?
Around 10% of Estonia`s land surface is swamps and bogs. This country amazes me every time new. Walking through fascinating changing landscapes inside the bog is basically a natural history book, except it`s made of peat and moss instead of paper.
🌿 These bogs have been around for up to 10,000 years, collecting layers of plant stuff that never fully decomposed because there`s hardly any oxygen in the water. So, you`ve got this thick layer of peat that`s been building up millimeter by millimeter each year.
💧 In these bogs, the ground is like a giant sponge made of moss that can soak up a ton of water. It`s pretty cool to see how nature adapts over time....
❄️ Running over the frozen lake and finding my path....as the trail was flooded, was lots of fun 🙊
👣 And hey, if you want to see more stuff like this, give me a follow. Who knows where I`ll end up next? Might even turn into a bog creature or a KRATT if I`m not careful enough 😂
#wanderlust #adventure #worldtraveler #travel #traveldiaries #traveltheworld #instatravel #slowtravel #solotravel #backpacking #exploremore #traveladdict #traveling #adventuretime #globetrotter
#wilderness #nature #estonia #swamp
🇪🇪 I visited an Estonian swamp in Winter, and it was an adventure. But see for yourselves!
🤔 Did you know?
Around 10% of Estonia`s land surface is swamps and bogs. This country amazes me every time new. Walking through fascinating changing landscapes inside the bog is basically a natural history book, except it`s made of peat and moss instead of paper.
🌿 These bogs have been around for up to 10,000 years, collecting layers of plant stuff that never fully decomposed because there`s hardly any oxygen in the water. So, you`ve got this thick layer of peat that`s been building up millimeter by millimeter each year.
💧 In these bogs, the ground is like a giant sponge made of moss that can soak up a ton of water. It`s pretty cool to see how nature adapts over time....
❄️ Running over the frozen lake and finding my path....as the trail was flooded, was lots of fun 🙊
👣 And hey, if you want to see more stuff like this, give me a follow. Who knows where I`ll end up next? Might even turn into a bog creature or a KRATT if I`m not careful enough 😂
#wanderlust #adventure #worldtraveler #travel #traveldiaries #traveltheworld #instatravel #slowtravel #solotravel #backpacking #exploremore #traveladdict #traveling #adventuretime #globetrotter
#wilderness #nature #estonia #swamp
⬇️ Week three of my #workawayadventure was a hit ⬇️
🌟 FULL DAY of trekking through a beautiful forest and biking with puppies on icy paths
🌟 FULL DAY of sledding with three teams under the week in snowfall (besides our Weekend sledding days)
🌟 Rest day hike in the sun, observing Wildlife and saunaaa (no Video here :p)
🌟 Preparing trails until the dark
🌟 Witnessing the early signs/attempt of the northern light
🌟 Enjoying the simple pleasure of animal cuddles
🌟🌟🌟🌟...and of course many many more Things happened which are sfely stored in my memories forever
✨—each moment was a reminder to embrace the NOW, ....as this is where the POWER lays ✨
And, in a light-hearted confession, I`ve always dreamed about conducting a third-person interview with myself in one of my videos 😛 I hope you enjoyed the intro as much as I did 😀
Would you step into this natural ice bathtub as well? Leave me a comment!
#wanderlust #adventure #worldtraveler #backpacking #husky #huskylove #travel #estonia #visitestonia #instatravel #explore #globetrotter #adventuretime #huskypuppy #doglovers #storytelling #dog #sleddog
#Volunteer #icebath
⬇️ Week three of my #workawayadventure was a hit ⬇️
🌟 FULL DAY of trekking through a beautiful forest and biking with puppies on icy paths
🌟 FULL DAY of sledding with three teams under the week in snowfall (besides our Weekend sledding days)
🌟 Rest day hike in the sun, observing Wildlife and saunaaa (no Video here :p)
🌟 Preparing trails until the dark
🌟 Witnessing the early signs/attempt of the northern light
🌟 Enjoying the simple pleasure of animal cuddles
🌟🌟🌟🌟...and of course many many more Things happened which are sfely stored in my memories forever
✨—each moment was a reminder to embrace the NOW, ....as this is where the POWER lays ✨
And, in a light-hearted confession, I`ve always dreamed about conducting a third-person interview with myself in one of my videos 😛 I hope you enjoyed the intro as much as I did 😀
Would you step into this natural ice bathtub as well? Leave me a comment!
#wanderlust #adventure #worldtraveler #backpacking #husky #huskylove #travel #estonia #visitestonia #instatravel #explore #globetrotter #adventuretime #huskypuppy #doglovers #storytelling #dog #sleddog
#Volunteer #icebath
Here`s my week two recap from my Estonian Husky Farm #workawayadventure!
Packing a whole week of memories into a 1-2 minute video is quite the challenge, but revisiting all the videos and associated memories and reminding myself about the first week`s hurdles is incredibly rewarding.
Every week is filled with countless events, no two days are the same, and the excitement is never-ending. I`m grateful to be here; the joy and the work blend together to make all the effort worthwhile.
I`ve committed to creating weekly summaries of my journey, experiences, and impressions through these short videos.
It`s an amazing way for me to relive the memories and essentially build a small video diary for myself, and I hope it`s interesting and inspiring for others to see.
I plan to continue making these summaries for the week, which have passed and weeks that are about to come, so definitely stay tuned ✨🤗
➡️ Have you ever been on similar adventure or volunteering/workaway experience? Working with animals?
➡️✨ Drop your stories in the comments below—I`d love to hear about your journey and the memories you`ve created! And especially where, which country?
#wanderlust #adventure #worldtraveler #backpacking #husky #huskylove #travel #estonia #visitestonia #instatravel #explore #globetrotter #adventuretime #huskypuppy #doglovers #storytelling #dog #sleddog
#volunteer
Here`s my week two recap from my Estonian Husky Farm #workawayadventure!
Packing a whole week of memories into a 1-2 minute video is quite the challenge, but revisiting all the videos and associated memories and reminding myself about the first week`s hurdles is incredibly rewarding.
Every week is filled with countless events, no two days are the same, and the excitement is never-ending. I`m grateful to be here; the joy and the work blend together to make all the effort worthwhile.
I`ve committed to creating weekly summaries of my journey, experiences, and impressions through these short videos.
It`s an amazing way for me to relive the memories and essentially build a small video diary for myself, and I hope it`s interesting and inspiring for others to see.
I plan to continue making these summaries for the week, which have passed and weeks that are about to come, so definitely stay tuned ✨🤗
➡️ Have you ever been on similar adventure or volunteering/workaway experience? Working with animals?
➡️✨ Drop your stories in the comments below—I`d love to hear about your journey and the memories you`ve created! And especially where, which country?
#wanderlust #adventure #worldtraveler #backpacking #husky #huskylove #travel #estonia #visitestonia #instatravel #explore #globetrotter #adventuretime #huskypuppy #doglovers #storytelling #dog #sleddog
#volunteer
Around 2 weeks in, and my Estonian husky farm #workawayadventure has me playing a real-life game of "Freeze & Thaw"! I`m talking bone-chilling -15°C weather turning to milder temperatures, punctuated by sauna sessions with snowball fights that turn me into a human toastie and snowman back again 🤪
It`s the beginning of my world trip, but it`s far from just a holiday. Working long days with another volunteer, we`re part of a family-run operation where even the youngest seem to run the show.
From dawn till dusk, we`re engaged in the care of the huskies, whose playful nature and unique characters make every moment worthwhile ✨🐕
Our tasks vary so far from repairs and construction, cleaning, dog training, to dog meal preparation and taking the huskies for runs. It`s amazing to learn something new every day. Amid the hard work, homemade cakes and meals taste even better and let any fatigue vanish 😋🥮
And on the weekends, we go sledding with the tourists, experiencing the thrill of standing on one of the sleds, riding through Estonian forests and fields on deep snow, powered by a team of huskies—simply incredible ✨🌄🛷
And the cherry on top? My treehouse with a million-star view. Trust me, the clear night sky here doesn`t need any filters.
This is just the first update of my journey, filled for now with lots of learnings every day and beautiful experiences. Can`t wait to spill the beans on my next stops and the sustainability mission I`ve got brewing ♻️
More frosty tales and warm memories coming your way soon! Stay frosty and tuned in! 🌟
Drop your comments and questions 🙌😁
#wanderlust #adventure #worldtraveler #backpacking #husky #huskylove #travel #estonia #visitestonia #instatravel #explore #globetrotter #adventuretime #huskypuppy #dog
Around 2 weeks in, and my Estonian husky farm #workawayadventure has me playing a real-life game of "Freeze & Thaw"! I`m talking bone-chilling -15°C weather turning to milder temperatures, punctuated by sauna sessions with snowball fights that turn me into a human toastie and snowman back again 🤪
It`s the beginning of my world trip, but it`s far from just a holiday. Working long days with another volunteer, we`re part of a family-run operation where even the youngest seem to run the show.
From dawn till dusk, we`re engaged in the care of the huskies, whose playful nature and unique characters make every moment worthwhile ✨🐕
Our tasks vary so far from repairs and construction, cleaning, dog training, to dog meal preparation and taking the huskies for runs. It`s amazing to learn something new every day. Amid the hard work, homemade cakes and meals taste even better and let any fatigue vanish 😋🥮
And on the weekends, we go sledding with the tourists, experiencing the thrill of standing on one of the sleds, riding through Estonian forests and fields on deep snow, powered by a team of huskies—simply incredible ✨🌄🛷
And the cherry on top? My treehouse with a million-star view. Trust me, the clear night sky here doesn`t need any filters.
This is just the first update of my journey, filled for now with lots of learnings every day and beautiful experiences. Can`t wait to spill the beans on my next stops and the sustainability mission I`ve got brewing ♻️
More frosty tales and warm memories coming your way soon! Stay frosty and tuned in! 🌟
Drop your comments and questions 🙌😁
#wanderlust #adventure #worldtraveler #backpacking #husky #huskylove #travel #estonia #visitestonia #instatravel #explore #globetrotter #adventuretime #huskypuppy #dog
