Kami Rita Sherpa, the legendary Nepali mountain guide, has reached the peak of Mount Everest for the 31st time, setting a world record for the most successful ascents. At 55, he has spent over three decades helping climbers from around the globe achieve their dreams of standing on top of the world.
In a recent conversation in Kathmandu, right after his latest ascent, Sherpa reflected on his extraordinary career and the evolving nature of climbing due to environmental shifts. "This climb was particularly challenging given the harsh weather conditions," he admitted, noting that the difficulty of scaling Everest has increased in recent years.
Sherpa pointed out the rise in luxury expeditions and advanced technologies, like xenon gas, that are facilitating some climbs. However, he also expressed deep concern about climate change, predicting that the future of Everest may involve far less snow, drastically altering the climbing experience. Sherpa remains proud to fulfill the dreams of his clients, despite the challenges that lie ahead.
In a recent conversation in Kathmandu, right after his latest ascent, Sherpa reflected on his extraordinary career and the evolving nature of climbing due to environmental shifts. "This climb was particularly challenging given the harsh weather conditions," he admitted, noting that the difficulty of scaling Everest has increased in recent years.
Sherpa pointed out the rise in luxury expeditions and advanced technologies, like xenon gas, that are facilitating some climbs. However, he also expressed deep concern about climate change, predicting that the future of Everest may involve far less snow, drastically altering the climbing experience. Sherpa remains proud to fulfill the dreams of his clients, despite the challenges that lie ahead.
