expedition eye films

DHAVAL JAJAL

OUTDOOR & ADVENTURE FILMMAKER

My journey with photography started in 2016, on my very first trek to Rupin Pass. But soon found myself drawn towards shooting videos and making films. Once I stepped into this world of storytelling through film, there was no looking back. 

Before starting Expedition Eye Films, I spent years with Indiahikes as a trek leader and later as Head of Video Production. Those years taught me how to manage trekkers in the toughest conditions, tell stories that feel real, and film in places where most cameras wouldn’t even dare to come out of the bag. It was here that I understood the balance between brand vision and authentic storytelling - because in the outdoors, you don’t stage stories, you live them.

Since then, I’ve worked with brands like Decathlon, Indiahikes, NthAdventure, and Nature Guide Academy, creating films that bring the spirit of the outdoors to life. My short film Becoming Me even won the Sony 1-Minute Film Contest, and I’ve completed an advanced documentary filmmaking course with the Art of Documentary to further hone my craft. Whether it’s in the Himalayas, in forests, or on an expedition, my goal is to make films that help brands connect meaningfully with their audience