Nicolas Vanier

Nicolas Vanier is a celebrated French adventurer, filmmaker, and author known for his deep connection with nature and the Great North. His expeditions across Siberia, Alaska, and Canada inspired acclaimed documentaries, bestselling books, and films such as The Last Trapper, Wolf, Belle and Sebastian, and Poly. With over twenty published works, his storytelling blends adventure, emotion, and ecological awareness. Vanier is also the founder of L’École Nicolas Vanier, promoting outdoor learning. Through film, literature, and advocacy, he continues to inspire audiences of all ages to reconnect with the natural world and care for the planet.