The route to the summit of Mt. Everest (29,029 feet), the tallest mountain in the world, has just arrived at Camp 4 (7,900m/ 25,920 feet). This camp, also known ...

The calendar turned to May yesterday, marking go-time for climbing expeditions in the Himalayas. After a long winter wait, ...

If you want to climb the world’s tallest mountain, Nepal wants to see your résumé first. Turns out experience matters and for ...

Following years of concern over the amount of climbers — both experienced and amateur — attempting to scale Mount Everest, a major change is in the works.

Mount Everest, located in the Himalayas, is exploring restricting access to the summit. Nepal has drafted a law that would require climbers to have prior experience with hiking one of the ...

Earlier today, a huge serac collapsed in Everest's Khumbu Icefall. Luckily, no one was injured, but the shifting ice did ...

Ben Ayers recently attended a closed-door Everest safety briefing held by Seven Summit Treks. The expedition leaders passed along more than a few helpful bits of information. Our Everest reporter ...

Everest Summit Expedition 2025 ... have fallen to their deaths in this icefall since 2016 – but also the long line of climbers that can create bottlenecks on the mountain during this busy ...

Retired U.S. Navy Lieutenant Commander Brian O’Malley would be the first Georgian over the age of 60 to reach the summit of Mount Everest, if he is successful. He begins his trek this week and ...

In addition to being the busiest year on Everest, 2023 was one of the deadliest, with 18 recorded fatalities. When asked about managing the increased crowds of summit-seekers and ensuring safety ...

The window has arrived. Teams must prepare for a summit push on Mt. Everest in May by properly acclimatizing, ensuring the fixed ropes are in place, and establishing Camps 1-4 on the upper ...