A renowned Nepali mountain guide has broken his own world record for the most summits of Mount Everest, after scaling the world's tallest peak for the 32nd time. Kami Rita Sherpa, 56, known as the Everest Man, was leading clients up the 8,849m (29,032ft) peak when he set the new record. On the same day, Lhakpa Sherpa, 52, known as the Mountain Queen, broke her own record for the most ascents by a female climber with her 11th Everest summit. This climbing season has been especially busy, with a record number of permits issued to Everest aspirants. Nepal's tourism department and Prime Minister Balendra Shah congratulated both climbers for their historic achievements, which exemplify unwavering courage and dedication.
Record-Breaking Climbers Scale Everest Again!
Record-Breaking Climbers Scale Everest Again!
Kami Rita Sherpa and Lhakpa Sherpa achieve new records on Mount Everest, highlighting remarkable feats in climbing.
Nepali climbers Kami Rita Sherpa and Lhakpa Sherpa have set new records on Mount Everest, with Kami becoming the first to summit the mountain 32 times and Lhakpa achieving her 11th ascent, marking a significant milestone for female climbers. This season has seen a surge in climbing activity, leading to discussions about safety on the peak.
