Nicos Caravellas

Nicos Caravellas, born and raised in Greece, gained his love of nature early on family outings in northern Greece's mountainous countryside. During his university years, while earning his degree in teaching, he developed his mountaineering skills and decided to become a professional guide."I trained in climbing, avalanche rescue, and winter skills, but over the years, I've come to regard the mountains as a complete system of life, a place where animals, plants, and humans have been interacting for centuries. Mountain environments fascinate me and I continuously study the birds and plants as well as mountain history and legends, particularly the heritage of the Savoy people." Nicos is an expert on many mountain regions of Europe and also helps us design new adventures. Nicos first went to Nepal in 1993, where he fell in love with the people as well as the majestic mountains that tower above their villages. He has trekked throughout the Annapurna and Kali Gandaki regions, among the peaks of Langtang National Park, and visited the wildlife habitats of Royal Chitwan National Park. Nicos currently lives in the French Alps with his wife and three young children.

Upcoming Trips:

Corsica and Sardinia, April 16-26, 2010
Corsica and Sardinia, May 25-June 4, 2010
Hiker's Brittany, June 12-20, 2010
Hiking the Haute Route, June 27-July 9, 2010
Hiking the Haute Route, August 2-14, 2010
Mont Blanc to the Mediterranean, August 29-September 11, 2010
Hiking in the Cortina Dolomites, September 12-19, 2010
Hiker's Brittany, September 21-29, 2010
Corsica and Sardinia, October 2-12, 2010

Client Testimonials:


Nicos is wonderful. I would go on any trip that he leads. Pamela Gann, Claremont CA
Mont Blanc to the Mediterranean Nicos is a class act. He has it all. Charm, expertise, sincerity in what he expresses to you. He is a perfect leader and host. Barb Chase, New York NY
Hiking in the Dolomites One of the most sensitive, knowledgeable, entertaining trip leaders I’ve met. He tunes in to every person. You have a superb leader in Nicos! This was my third trip with him. Jean Yurgalewicz, Jackson WY
Mont Blanc to the Mediterranean Nicos was an excellent leader, exemplary in all areas. Thoughtful, flexible, knowledgeable, and a joy to travel with. Mary Jean Meyer, Newton MA
Mont Blanc to the Mediterranean Nicos Caravellas constantly went above and beyond. Kind, thoughtful, generous with his time. Can’t praise him highly enough. Marjean McCKenna, Salt Lake City, UT
Nicos Caravellas constantly went above and beyond. Kind, thoughtful, generous with his time. Can't praise him highly enough. Marjean McKenna, Salt Lake City UT
Hiking Haute Provence Nicos is an outstanding guide. His knowledge of history is exceptional and he is extremely sensitive to people's needs. Patricia Thomas, Del Mar CA
Corsica and Sardinia Nicos was fabulous, so knowledgeable, and he is wonderful and engaging company. Felicia Graham, Washington DC
Hiking Haute Provence It was a real privilege to meet and spend time with Nicos. He is a wonderful leader and all around wonderful person. Sally Wissel, Atlanta GA
Hiking Haute Provence One of the best WT leaders. He is highly organized, thoughtful, with a great sense of humor. Frank Dicum, Toronto, Canada
Hiking Haute Provence