A Major Milestone in High-Altitude Mountaineering Indian mountaineer Bharath Thammineni has reached a rare benchmark in the climbing world: summiting nine of the world’s 8,000-metre peaks. His most recent ascent of Cho Oyu (8,188 m) in October 2025 secured his place in history. For climbers like Sonam Saxena, who has stood on summits from Mount […]
Sonam Saxena
Skyline Scotland 2025: Tough Trails, High Spirits, and a Look Ahead
This year’s Skyline Scotland 2025 brought runners and mountaineers together at the Nevis Range near Fort William for a weekend of intense competition and shared adventure. Known for its technical routes and unpredictable weather, the event offered a true test of endurance—both physical and mental. After a year’s break, the festival returned stronger than ever […]
Kendal Mountain Festival 2025: A Global Celebration of Adventure
This November, thousands of outdoor enthusiasts will gather in Cumbria for the Kendal Mountain Festival 2025—one of the world’s leading celebrations of mountaineering, adventure, and storytelling. From November 20–23, the festival will host more than 200 events, including adventure films, talks, workshops, and exhibitions. Learn more about the Kendal Mountain Festival here. What makes Kendal […]
Nepal Waives Climbing Fees for 97 Himalayan Peaks
Nepal is making a move to reshape the mountaineering experience in the Himalayas. In an effort to reduce overcrowding on Mount Everest and encourage exploration of lesser-known routes, the country has waived climbing permit fees for 97 peaks in its remote northwestern regions for the next two years. These mountains, ranging from 5,870 to 7,132 […]
Navigating Mountaineering Risks: Weather, Wildlife, and Terrain
Every mountain holds beauty, but also risk. If you’re just getting started with mountaineering, it’s essential to understand the challenges that come with weather, wildlife, and rugged terrain. Here’s how to recognize danger, stay safe, and climb smart. Weather: Learn to Respect the Forecast Weather changes fast in the mountains. Sunshine can turn to storms […]