Intrepid Journeys - Ladakh (Stephanie Tauevihi)

A three-day hike in the Indian Himalayas ignites a desire in newbie traveller Stephanie Tauevihi to take life by the horns. Giddy from the high altitudes, actor and presenter Tauevihi tries to break in her boots and lungs in Ladakh for this episode of Intrepid Journeys. Amongst the rugged landscape and spiritual locals, Tauevihi is taken aback by the hardships faced by Tibetan refugees, and is in awe of their resilience and faith. Her trip also includes getting up close and personal with exotic animals, and trying a local aphrodisiac drug which made the colours of alpine resort town Manali pop. 

I'm a big one for personal space, and I'm very, you know, 'This is my space, get away from me.' But, there's no personal space here. You get your boob pinched, your bum pinched.

– Novice traveller Stephanie Tauevihi tries to get used to her new surroundings in Delhi

Key Cast & Crew

Jane Andrews

Director, Executive Producer

Stephanie Tauevihi

Presenter

Melanie Rakena

Executive Producer

Dean Cornish

Producer

Brendan Withy

Cinematographer, Editor

Kathryn Graham

Network Executive