Everest 2021: Should, Could, Would?
Climbers on winter K2 are watching the weather forecasts with anticipation, hoping a break in the winds will give them their chance. Meanwhile, with the Everest 2021 Spring season only a few weeks away, there are lingering questions about whether climbers will go, and those who are, should they. Let’s explore the issues.
What’s in a name: Everest, Chomolungma, Sagarmatha?
Now that China and Nepal have agreed that the revised measurement of Mount Everest is 8848.86-meters or 29,031.69-feet or 33.85 inches higher (no, the mountain didn’t grow that much!), they have to agree on a name.
New Height for Everest
After a few years of work, and suspense, China and Nepal jointly announced that they have an updated measurement for Mt. Everest, and both countries agree on it. Drum roll: The new measurement is
Climbers Arrive in Nepal, Quarantined, Khumbu Closes now Reopens
Nepal delays foreigners, 8000er Summits for the Privileged. Kili Burning. An Icon death, and Winter K2! A round-up of the latest news.
Nepal Finally Issues Official Entry Requirements
After months of indecision, conflicting information, and false rumors, Nepal’s Ministry of Tourism finally issued rules all foreigners (non-Nepali citizens) must meet as they enter the country, apparently effective October 17, 2020. It includes a 7-day quarantine requirement.
8000er Summits for the Privileged. Kili Burning. Nepal Stalls
Nepal delays foreigners, 8000er Summits for the Privileged. Kili Burning. An Icon death, and Winter K2! A round-up of the latest news.
Nepal Rules for Foreigners Means Most Will Want to Wait for 2021 – Updated
Nepal finalized rules for foreigners entering Nepal including they must stay quarantined for 7 days upon arrival. This alone precludes most visitors for 2020.
Nepal Opens to Foreigners on October 17, 2020
A well-connected Bahrain military team has been granted an exception to climb the 8000er Manaslu in Nepal this autumn. Meanwhile, summits in Pakistan.
Limited Climbing in Pakistan and Nepal
A well-connected Bahrain military team has been granted an exception to climb the 8000er Manaslu in Nepal this autumn. Meanwhile, summits in Pakistan.
Limited Summer Climbing Around the World
A few teams are climbing this summer, including in Pakistan. However, many of the world’s best guides are simply saying it too dangerous, primarily to the locals who might become infected with COVID-19 from visitors. It appears the financial incentives are trumping health considerations.