I am Anuj Adhikary, a Nepal-based documentary and adventure photographer and videographer capturing people, culture, mountains, humanitarian stories, and endurance landscapes. With over 10 years of professional experience, my work spans development, disaster response, outdoor sports, adventure travel, and social impact, often in demanding, remote and rapidly changing environments. Download Portfolio PDF
Documentary | Mountains | People | Action | Animals | Videos & Drone
I began my career with assignments for the Everest Marathon and UN Habitat, and have since worked across humanitarian response, social impact, adventure travel, and documentary storytelling with organisations including NGOs like United Nations, World Bank, UNICEF, World Central Kitchen, and Terre des hommes. My work has taken me from documenting the 2015 Nepal earthquake and the COVID-19 response to the 2026 Nepal floods, the 2025 Gen Z protests, and community projects such as Miss World Nepal’s Beauty with a Purpose. I have also covered major outdoor events and expeditions, including the Everest Marathon and Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc. My photography and video have been featured internationally by Reuters, The New York Times, the BBC, and National Geographic, as well as in United Nations reports and international publications.
As a photographer, videographer, and drone pilot, I look forward to working on assignments across mountains, cities and crisis zones, documenting stories wherever they unfold. WhatsApp or Email
Mountains & landscapes
I’ve spent much of my life travelling through Nepal, and the hills and mountains have a special place in my work—and in my heart. From the Himalayas to the Alps, I’m drawn to dramatic landscapes, quiet moments and the challenge of finding a frame that makes a familiar place feel new. I love working with natural light, minimalist compositions and aerial perspectives, but mostly, I’m just a sucker for a good view.
Humanitarian & Crisis Response
I document humanitarian crises, disaster response, and the people and communities affected by them. My experience includes the 2015 Nepal earthquake response, the COVID-19 response in Nepal, and the recent 2026 Nepal floods, working alongside relief organisations and documenting stories on the ground.
People & portraits
I photograph people through portraits, candid moments, and expressions, with an emphasis on character, emotion, and the details that make each subject unique. My approach is grounded in observation and interaction, whether working on location or in the middle of everyday life.
My work documents the everyday culture and changing lifestyles of Nepal, from festivals and traditions to food, crafts, communities, and ordinary moments of daily life. I am interested in visual stories that capture both the character of a place and the people who give it meaning.
Documentary & social impact
My documentary work explores development, education, healthcare, livelihoods, and social change, focusing on the people and communities behind these stories. I have also worked on sensitive social issues such as human trafficking, including a project with Free a Girl documenting the experiences of rescued survivors with care and respect.
My work in this area includes social impact projects for Miss World Nepal’s Beauty with a Purpose, as well as documentary assignments for organisations working across development and humanitarian issues. I have also produced a short documentary for Terre des hommes and photographed a podcast documentary for BBC Yeti.
Action & sports
I have spent much of my career photographing endurance sports, outdoor events, expeditions, and adventure in challenging environments. From the Everest Marathon and Himalayan trail races to international events such as Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc, I work comfortably in fast-moving situations and demanding terrain. Action photography is as much about anticipation as it is about timing: knowing where to be, finding the right light and waiting for that split second when movement, emotion and environment come together. I’m comfortable going the extra mile—quite literally—to get the shot.
Wildlife & animals
Wildlife photography combines two things I love: being outdoors and waiting for something unexpected to happen. Much of my work with animals has taken place in Nepal’s forests, mountains and rural landscapes, where understanding the environment is just as important as the camera. I prefer photographs that show animals as part of their world, rather than simply as isolated subjects.
Assignments and Clients
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| Assignment | Role | Country | Year |
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| S4P Documentary Terre des Hommes | Videographer/Editor | 2026 | |
| Beauty with a Purpose (Miss Nepal) | Videographer/Editor | 2026 | |
| World Bank GRID Project | Photographer | 2023, 2025 | |
| The Data Values Project | Photographer | 2022 | |
| Yeti Documentary | Videographer | 2021 | |
| UN Covid-19 Response | Photographer | 2020 | |
| UN Habitat Shelter Program | Photographer and Writer | 2016 | |
| UTMB | Photographer | 2017 | |
| Ultra Tour Monte Rosa | Photographer | 2017, 2022 | |
| Everest Marathon | Media Team Lead | 2016, 2017, 2018, 2023, 2024 | |
| Manaslu Trail Race | Photographer | 2017, 2018 | |
| Mustang Trail Race | Photographer / Videographer | 2017, 2018 | |
| MTB Himalaya | Photographer | 2017 | |
| Bhutan and Tibet exploration and promotion | Photographer | 2024 | |
| Mera Peak Expedition | Photographer / Videographer | 2022 | |
| Mountain Biking in Bhutan | Videographer / Editor | 2018 |
Client Reviews
See All ReviewsMy own love if his photos notwithstanding, the team at World Bank's GRID Nepal were nothing short of blown away with the quality of work we received. Colleagues have consistently reached out to me to inquire about the photos.
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Ruby Karki |
He was absolutely excellent, getting simply amazing footage and showing both creativity and dedication in his work. He was always proactive, reliable, hard working, and - importantly for such a long assignment - great company and fun to be with.
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Andrew Benfield |
We were delighted to work with Anuj, and we completed three assignments with him so far. His work made a real difference in how we can share these stories responsibly and powerfully.
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Ms Manisha |
Seeing his dedication, flexibility, and positive energy, we would gladly work with him again!
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Manon le Signor |
From the very beginning, Anuj was fully invested in the concept of the shoot. He was always willing to contribute creatively, offering valuable input that helped shape the narrative and ensure the essence of the project was captured authentically. His dedication to the craft was evident in every frame
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Pramod Kansakar |
Anuj is not only highly professional, but also incredibly creative. He has an amazing eye for detail and was able to capture moments beautifully, with a real understanding of what was needed.
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Carlie Dragone |
Anuj has an incredible gift for capturing special moments and situations in a visual language. Furthermore, I experienced the collaboration with Anuj as extremely professional, efficient and goal-oriented.
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Franzi Gissler |
I know of very few photographers talented enough to capture stories in their pictures. Anuj does this effortlessly. His curation talent also ensures you get a complete story in photos and videos.
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Raj Gyawali |
Anuj captures life as it is, beautiful images that, while respecting the dignity of the subjects, still also shows harsh realities. He is very reliable and quick to communicate.
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Bruno Deceukelier |
He went knee deep in freezing glacial water and ice just to get a good shot. He walked with 30 kg of equipment on his shoulders every day for 12 hours, at 3000 to 5000m elevations. A great professional with top notch skills and equipment, but above all a lovely, trustable person.
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Beatrice Lessi |
I would highly recommend Anuj to anyone who needs a professional visual content creator based in Kathmandu and mobile enough to move anywhere.
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Tashi Bista |
He has a skill for extracting a cohesive story out of seemingly random pieces of footage, and a great eye for editing right timings. More recently, I watched him transition from behind the camera to behind the scenes of the fantastic Snail Trail Series, a trail race in Kathmandu.
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Sitara Grewal |
Anuj does everything it takes to finish a task he takes responsibility of, and he does it as perfectly as possible.
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Irfan Khan |
Anuj is one of the best photographers / videographers that I’ve worked with in the trail running community. He’s willing to put in the extra effort to find the best shooting locations. He knows how to capture the setting and mood of his subjects and has a talent for always getting the best shots.
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Tayte Pollmann |
Anuj communicates efficiently; his initiative and work ethics are exemplary. He welcomes my questions, is open to learning and will do all that is necessary to find a solution. I highly recommend Anuj if you are looking for a motivated, reliable professional.
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Jill Wheatley |
I can think of few freelancers who have been as dependable as Anuj was, or whose work I have enjoyed reading and developing more. His gaze is never intrusive and his tales, though fantastic, is never essentializing. Anuj’s work is always authentic, witty and incisive.
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Sanjit Bhakta Pradhananga |
Always working with initiative and a sense of humour Anuj captured some of the unique features of our Ultra Tour Monte Rosa. The result was a great set of photos we could share on social media to give our community a new insight and to excite them about the race.
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Lizzy Hawker |
Anuj is without doubt one of the best photographers I know. He sees the best in nature, can frame a subject in any landscape, and also capture an emotion in those more human moments. He has the professionalism, the skills, and an enthusiasm for photography that is infectious...
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Jamie Ross Mackenzie |
His photos are great – magazine quality. You get a great selection, good for magazine covers, center spreads and for general posting on Facebook etc. He will work all night to get a job done on time. Not many people do this.
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Richard Bull |
He is highly motivated, extraordinarily talented multimedia developer, who is dedicated to the completion of his assignments beyond expectations. He has a firm grasp of what it means to be one of the best in the region. Anuj's expert knowledge of visuals coupled with his desire for perfectionism makes his skills something I wholeheartedly endorse.
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Sarah Levine |
Anuj is an exceptionally gifted writer and a meticulous editor. His wit and quirkiness seep into his writing, making any piece such a delight to read. I find his work experiential and immersive and wish he would write more.
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Akriti Shilpakar |
Anuj is the best in town at what he does. He specializes in outdoor photography and videography, and is especially brilliant in outdoor sports events. He goes the extra mile for awesome shots which makes all the difference.
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Shikhar Pande |
His photos portray vivid and fierce emotions of faces ranging from mountain bikers to mountaineers to travellers to wrinkly old ladies. I've seen him gaining respect and love from everyone effortlessly with his hard work, professionalism and dedication.
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Asif Aminur Rahsid |
Anuj is incredibly attentive to details, has a professional approach to work and strives consistently for progress. His skills in photography, video, web development and content writing are absolutely impressive.
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Caron Dhoju |
Published
Magazine covers or blurbs, my works in photos, videos and text have been published in more than 30 media outlets over the past few years. See where I have been published
Fast learner, adaptable
I’m always eager to learn a new trade in problem solving. Besides analytics (which I am formally trained in), all the skills I’ve acquired are self taught. I easily adapt to changes and tackle unfavorable situations.
Uncompromised results
I am result-oriented. I get work done on time, even if that means depriving myself of sleep, leisure or rest, if situation arises. This translates to nothing short of the best I can deliver.
Happy clients
I see that the final product I deliver meets clients’ expectation, and I do not settle until all parties walk out happy. Most of my projects that I am involved in are with returning clients. See reviews