Skyaking The Himalaya
In this film I set out from Bir Billing, India's world famous paragliding destination, on a four day bivouac flying adventure deep into the Himalayas. Travelling around 350 km entirely by paraglider, I followed the mountains east into Uttarakhand before turning back towards Himachal Pradesh, flying and camping through some of the most spectacular terrain in northern India.
The title, Skyaking the Himalaya, comes from the feeling of moving through the mountains from the air. Much like a kayaker follows a river, I followed invisible currents of rising air across the landscape. Along the way, I spent countless hours flying alongside Himalayan vultures, sharing thermals and travelling through the mountains with some of the true masters of the sky. Each day brought new challenges. Finding lift, reading the weather, choosing safe landing options, and searching for suitable campsites in remote Himalayan terrain.
Travelling entirely under paraglider meant every decision mattered, from route choice and weather timing to where I would spend the night. From high Himalayan ridges and remote valleys to quiet evenings under the stars, this film captures both the freedom and uncertainty of bivouac flying. A style of adventure where progress depends entirely on the conditions, your decisions, and a willingness to embrace the unknown. If you enjoy paragliding, bivouac flying, adventure travel, mountain exploration, and Himalayan expeditions, please subscribe and join me for future adventures around the world.