Do you have a question about Mount Everest, Nepal, or the Himalayas? Ben Ayers, our longtime Everest report, is here to ...

The country has issued a record 492 permits to climb Mount Everest this spring, officials said. “We have issued a historic ...

A massive block of ice has closed the ascent path of Mount Everest as climbing season begins. Here is what could happen.

There’s no summit bid without a 7,000 meter warm up. If you want to climb the world’s tallest mountain, Nepal wants to see your résumé first. Turns out experience matters and for Nepal it looks like 7 ...

Mount Everest holds a special aura for hardcore climbers and casual fans of the sport alike. Every year, the world’s highest peak attracts several hundred climbers who attempt to reach the top. But ...