Nikita

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  • Travel information

    I am currently

    Travelling

    My next destination:

    Portugal - from Apr 2025 until Apr 2026
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  • Description

    Hey! I’m Nikita, 32 years old. Born in Russia, moved to Ukraine when I was 9, and then to Israel at 18. I served in the Israeli Defense Forces as a paratrooper, and after the army, I spent some time working in tech as a land-scape designer and gardener in an IT company. But eventually, I realized I wanted something more hands-on, something grounded.

    That’s when I started guiding desert hikes in Israel — leading people through silence, sand, and stars. Alongside that, I got into construction and landscaping, building homes in the desert using timber frames, hemp blocks, and experimenting with natural materials. I love creating things with my hands, especially when it’s outdoors and close to nature.

    In 2023, I studied at Earthship Academy in the New Mexico desert — learning to build off-grid, regenerative structures and systems. That time really deepened my love for raw materials, land, and thoughtful design.

    I’ve traveled a lot — climbed mountains in the Himalayas, lived in remote places, and now move around as a digital nomad. I work online as a coach and men’s circle facilitator, mainly for the Russian-speaking community. My focus is on helping people reconnect with themselves — through conversation, nature, and honest presence.

    Daily meditation is also a big part of my life. I’m a Vipassana practitioner and have completed several 10-day courses. I’ve also volunteered on courses in both India and Israel.

    I enjoy meaningful physical work, especially outdoors — whether it’s building, landscaping, gardening, or anything creative. I love working in a team, learning new skills, and contributing to beautiful, intentional spaces.

  • Languages spoken

    Hebrew: Fluent
    Russian: Fluent
    English: Intermediate

  • Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn

    I'm interested in:  

    Eco Projects

    Some knowledge of:  

    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Hospitality/Tourism
  • More details about your skills

    I’m good with my hands and love physical work. I’ve built houses in the Israeli desert using timber, hemp blocks, and natural materials. I also have experience gardening and landscaping — I worked as a gardener in an IT company for a few years, taking care of plants and designing outdoor spaces.

    I feel comfortable working with tools, building things, solving problems, and adapting to new situations. I’ve lived and traveled in wild places, so I know how to take care of myself in rare or challenging conditions — including desert and mountain environments.

    I’m also familiar with the digital world: I run my own coaching business and men's circles, and I promote my work through Instagram and social media. I use ChatGPT regularly as part of my creative and communication process.

    Overall, I’m practical, hands-on, and I learn fast. I like being useful and bringing value wherever I go.

  • Age

    32

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