Deadliest Journeys

Every spring, the arrival of the icy mists of Lake Baikal signal the start of a dangerous voyage. The men of Kholodnaia begin their treacherous journey to carry supplies to the reindeer breeders in the high Siberian plateaus.

Benares, India's holiest town, is the final destination for millions of pilgrims. They come from all over the country, making the dangerous journey to bath in the sacred River Ganges. For some, this will be the last journey they ever make

In Benin, motorcyclists regularly navigate the chaotic streets with up to 700 liters of fuel strapped to their bikes one false move and they could become human torches. Business is booming, much to the dismay of the Nigerian government.

Ladakh, the most northern state of India, is one of the harshest environments in the world. It is connected to the rest of India by a perilous road that winds through the soaring mountains. This road is one of the highest and most dangerous in the world; here even the slightest mistake can be fatal.

Crossing the mountainous forests is a real challenge and it is vital to stay careful as ravines are 700 meters deep. The journeys are dangerous and drivers must be ready for anything - from catastrophic mudslides to attacks from armed gangs. Truckers are drinking alcohol or chewing betel nut to keep calm and awake, but sometimes it can lead to an other accident.