Across the Himalaya

Across the Himalaya is the untold story of an extraordinary journey - one thatstretched across 4,500 kilometers, three countries, and 198 unforgettabledays. In 1997, eight Indian women set out to traverse the length of the world'shighest mountain range, led by Everest summiteer Bachendri Pal. Among themwas Vineeta Muni, photographer, mountaineer, and seeker of quiet strength.What began as a shared dream soon became a test of endurance, leadership, anddeep personal resolve. As the group battled physical exhaustion, unpredictableterrain, and inner conflicts, Vineeta found herself at a crossroads - ultimatelychoosing to continue the journey with two teammates, forming a new, smallerunit that embraced the spirit of slow, soulful travel.This is not just a record of passes and distances. It is a deeply human memoir- an exploration of resilience, trust, conflict, and clarity in the wild. With lyricalstorytelling and vivid imagery, Vineeta invites us into the heart of the Himalayaand into her own inner transformation.A trek that redefined limits. A story that reclaims voice.