If you want to visit Mongolia, Bhutan, India, Tibet, Nepal or anywhere nearby, Jalsa Urubshurow’s your man. He founded Nomadic Expeditions back in 1992 and it’s become the premiere travel service to any of these remote places. But he’s also made the company a force for good in and around Mongolia, assisting its people in helping conserve its beautiful but ever-shrinking natural landscapes.
His Three Camel Lodge is pretty much the model for sustainable tourism, running on solar power and supporting local conservation efforts in the Gobi Desert. He’s used that experience to mentor young Mongolian entrepreneurs, aiding in the build of eco-friendly businesses that also honor their heritage. In 2025, Jalsa expanded his work with the Nomadic Foundation, funding education programs and cultural preservation projects.
Last year, he also focused on Nomadic Expeditions’ ongoing conservation partnership with the Peregrine Fund and the Wildlife Science and Conservation Center of Mongolia, both of which work to protect the golden eagles Mongolia is famous for. So, he’s created a successful business that’s also helping people and the environment–exactly the kind of trailblazer that Worthy 100 represents.
