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Wilderness Survival and Extreme Remote Cinematography in Western Himalayas, Nepal

Wilderness Survival

Full operational logistics, cold-resistant cinema packages

High-Altitude Cinematography & Mountain Documentaries in Mount Everest Region, Nepal by DOP Samir Jung Thapa

High-Altitude Cinematography

Capturing extreme Himalayan expeditions

Bally Peak Outlook Environmental Documentation in Khumbu Valley, Nepal

Bally Peak Outlook

Translating complex climate science, glacier dynamics

Ghosts of the Mountain Endangered Species Tracking in Annapurna Conservation Area, Nepal

Ghosts of the Mountain

Specialized long-lens and remote camera trap documentation

Indigenous Mountain Communities & Alpine Cultures in Upper Mustang, Nepal

Indigenous Mountain Communities & Alpine Cultures

Deeply authentic human narratives celebrating indigenous traditions, mountain heritage, and community resilience in Nepal

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About Clikman Production

Documentary Cinema from the Great Himalayan Arc
- Stories That Rise, Perspectives That Endure

There is a thin line between documenting a place and truly inhabiting it. At Clikman Productions, we live on that line. Based in Nepal, at the confluence of the Himalayas and the subcontinent, we believe the most powerful stories emerge not from observation alone, but from deep immersion.

Led by award-winning filmmaker and cinematographer Samir Jung Thapa, we bring over a decade of expedition-grade experience to every frame — translating the raw, the remote, and the rarely seen into cinema of uncommon grace. From the high-altitude cryosphere to the rhythms of rural life, we capture stories that demand both technical nerve and artistic restraint.

Our work moves across science, culture, exploration, and human development, united by a commitment to research-driven narratives that resonate far beyond the screen. Trusted by institutions including the United Nations, WWF, USAID, ICIMOD, and the Asian Development Bank, and broadcast partners including Al Jazeera and NHK (Japan's national broadcaster), we bring field-based perspectives to global audiences.

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Our team combines creative vision, technical precision, and deep regional knowledge to bring every story from concept to screen. A close-knit crew of cinematographers, researchers, and field producers, we move fluidly between high-altitude expeditions and intimate human stories — equipped with industry-standard gear, deep regional expertise, and full production support for filmmakers, development organizations, and international co-productions alike.

Impact Metrics

A Decade of Visual Evidence

120+

Projects Delivered

Documentaries, environmental visual campaigns, and extreme-terrain field expeditions completed worldwide.

8,848m

Summit Elevation

Historic Mount Everest summit environmental documentation and extreme cold-weather cinema.

15+

Festival Honors

Best Cinematography and Documentary recognitions across London, Chicago, Portugal, and Croatia.

100%

Safety & Compliance

Zero-incident record across alpine permits, remote drone authorizations, and high-altitude logistics.

01 // CINEMATOGRAPHY 8000M+ SUMMIT

Expedition & Documentary Cinematography

Where altitude meets artistry. Our camera operators travel beyond the death zone, filming in sub-zero alpine conditions with customized lightweight thermal rigging and broadcast-ready cinema cameras.

Altitude Rating8,848m Certified
Primary Rig8,848m Certified Primary Rig
Crew ProfileSherpa Mountaineer Operators
Permit ScopeNepal & Karakoram Alpine
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02 // RESEARCH & IMPACT UN & WWF PARTNERS

Science, Culture & Human Stories

Rigorous research rendered with deep cinematic sensitivity. We embed with scientific missions, indigenous communities, and cultural guardians to translate complex research into emotionally resonant films.

MethodologyEthnographic Embedding
TranslationSimultaneous Field Audio
Client RosterADB, WWF, WFP
Ethics ProtocolFPIC Certified Fieldwork
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03 // AERIAL SYSTEMS 4K / 8K RAW AERIAL

Drone, Gear & Local Production Logistics

Full-spectrum aerial and production infrastructure rooted in Himalayan terrain knowledge. We handle complex thin-air drone aerodynamics, official flight clearances, generator pack transport, and basecamp support.

DronesDJI mavic 3 pro cine | DJI mavic 4 pro
Ceiling Max8848m ASL Envelope
ClearancesCivil Aviation Liaisons
Power MatrixGenerator/Inverter banks
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04 // GLOBAL NETWORKS TURNKEY FIXING

International Co-Productions & Research Media

Seamless cross-border production execution. We operate as the local branch for foreign networks and streamers, providing equipment rentals, ATA Carnet handling, bilingual location fixers, and post-production proxy delivery.

Carnet ClearanceCustoms Fast-track Handling
Data PipelineSandisk SSD
Satellite UplinkMobile internet field units
Bilingual StaffEnglish / German / Tibetan / Nepali
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05 // CONSERVATION GLOBAL FIELD UNITS

Environmental & Conservation Storytelling

Documenting fragile biomes, melting glaciers, and endangered wildlife habitats. Our low-impact field teams operate under strict leave-no-trace protocols, utilizing long-range telephoto glass and non-intrusive sound capture.

Telephoto GlassUp to 500mm Cannon Primes
EquipmentLeica M11, Hasselblad X2D, Canon C70 , Cannon Mark 2
Biome FocusEnvironment/Wildlife
Audio CaptureWireless Sanheiser , Country man mic, Lavalier mic
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06 // BRAND & OUTDOOR COMMERCIAL MASTERING

Adventure, Outdoor & Commercial Films

From technical rock faces to fast-moving backcountry athletes. We create high-octane commercial content for global outdoor brands, capturing raw human grit with natural lighting and grading.

Gimbal & CableRonin 4D 8K / Cable Cam Rigs
High Frame RateUp to 240 FPS High-Speed
Color SpaceCannon HEX #CC0000, Cannon C70 4k resolution 120fps.
Delivery.MXS, .MP4, .MOV
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Meet our Team

Samir Jung Thapa

Samir Jung Thapa

Founder & Cinematic Director

Sweta Thapa

Sweta Thapa

Producer & Narrative Strategist

Eric J. Hall

Eric J. Hall

Associate DOP & Camera Operator

Jeevan Ale

Jeevan Ale

Production Administration & Liaison Manager

Financing & Development

Funds & Grant Collaborations

We collaborate with international film funds, multilateral conservation trusts, and philanthropic grant-makers, translating institutional capital into high-impact documentary cinema.

Conservation & Wildlife

Conservation & Climate Research Grants

Partnering with global conservation agencies and environmental endowments to document frontline biodiversity, endangered snow leopard telemetry, and glacial recession in the high Himalayas.

Focus: Field Science Active Co-Projects
Global Co-Production

International Film & Media Funds

Leveraged through our European liaison in Germany, connecting South Asian indigenous stories with European film funds, international pitch forums, and festival distribution grants.

Focus: Co-Financing Europe • Asia
Policy & Society

Development & Humanitarian Grants

Managing targeted advocacy grants supported by multilateral development organizations to translate complex field data, community resilience, and gender equity into policy-informing visual tools.

Focus: Social Impact Policy • Action
Samir Jung Thapa Sweta Thapa Eric Schneider Field Cinematography Director of Photography

Bring us the story, we will find the frame.

Partner with Clikman Production for high-altitude documentary filmmaking, cultural archiving, or expedition logistics across Nepal and the Himalayas.