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Nirmal Purja’s body recovered and brought down to base camp after avalanche

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The Independent UK · Aug 5

Nirmal Purja’s body brought down to base camp from Pakistan’s Broad Peak

‘The recovered climbers will now begin their final journey home to their families,’ Alpine Club of Pakistan says

The Independent UK · Aug 5

DJI drones are saving Mount Everest from being the 'world's highest garbage dump' — FlyCart 100 removes over 10,000kg of waste to save Sherpas from an eight-hour trek across a hazardous icefall

DJI's FlyCart 100 delivery drone hauled over 10,000kg of supplies and waste between Everest Base Camp and Camp 1 this season, replacing a dangerous eight-hour Sherpa trek through the Khumbu Icefall with an eight-minute flight

TechRadar · Jul 9

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Sherpa stranded on Everest for almost a week without food or oxygen survives by eating ice

Climbing guide Hillary Dawa Sherpa was missing for six days before he was spotted crawling down to Base Camp

The Independent UK · Jun 6

Sherpa survives 6-day Everest ordeal, crawls down 12km from 25k feet sans food, oxygen

In what climbers are calling a miracle, a 52-year-old Sherpa guide who was presumed dead in Mount Everest after he vanished during descent on May 29 was found alive after six days near Base Camp on Thursday morning.

The Times of India · Jun 4

Everest speed record sparks ‘ethics’ row

American endurance athlete Tyler Andrews’s record-breaking Everest ascent has triggered a fierce debate in the climbing world, with critics questioning whether his 9-hour, 55-minute summit push from Base Camp benefited from an earlier “route recce”.

The Times of India · Jun 3

US climber's Everest speed record sparks 'ethics' row

American Tyler Andrews' record Everest speed ascent has sparked debate. Critics question if his fast summit push benefited from an earlier oxygen-assisted 'route recce' climb. While Andrews maintains his achievement, seasoned climbers argue this strategy offers an unfair advantage, blurring lines in high-altitude speed records.

The Times of India · Jun 2

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Big Agnes Torchlight EXP 0° sleeping bag review: this warm, expandable design was perfect for freezing nights on my trek to Everest Base Camp

Perfect for side sleepers and cold expeditions, this innovative design expands when you need more room without losing warmth

Advnture · Sep 9, 2025

“On a far bigger scale than anything I’ve done before”: rugby legend Jonathan 'Fox' Davies ditches his scrum cap for hiking boots and treks to Everest Base Camp – and we try to keep up

We join the celebrated Welsh rugby legend for one of the most iconic treks on the planet

Advnture · Aug 30, 2025

Leki Skytera FX Carbon SL trekking poles review: these outrageously light poles gave me all the support I needed for the 80-mile trek to Everest Base Camp

These lightweight, innovative poles combine Z-shaped and telescopic design to give you tons of options for hiking, fastpacking, and trail running

Advnture · Aug 8, 2025

Osprey Tempest 33 women's backpack review: from Everest Base Camp to the Swiss Alps, this supremely comfortable hauler might just be my forever pack

I've taken this premium pack all across the world, and I can't think of one I like better for long treks and fast overnights

Advnture · Jul 22, 2025

How Much Does the Everest Base Camp Trek Cost in 2025?

Everest Base Camp is on your bucket list—but how much will it actually cost in 2025? Between blogs quoting $1,000 and others pushing $5,000+, it’s hard to know what’s accurate

inkl · Jul 17, 2025

I wore the Garmin Fenix 8 on the trek to Everest Base Camp, and there were 4 features I loved – plus 2 I didn't

How does Garmin’s premium GPS watch hold up at one of the highest points on the planet?

Advnture · Jul 4, 2025

Lowa Renegade Evo GTX Mid hiking boots review: to Everest Base Camp and back, blister-free and without a hint of foot fatigue

These premium hiking boots just about do it all, with enough protection for rocky trails and wet days wrapped up in a supportive, comfortable package

Advnture · Jun 29, 2025

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Advnture · Jun 20, 2025

The trek to Everest Base Camp seems daunting, but with these 7 tips, tricks and takeaways, you can make it easier – and more comfortable

My trek to Everest Base Camp was a big success – here’s my advice for a comfortable trip

Advnture · Jun 14, 2025

The trek to Everest Base Camp was even tougher than I expected – I wouldn’t change a thing

Altitude aches, a chance encounter with Tenzing Norgay's son, unforgettable alpine starts on one of mountaineering’s most iconic destinations

Advnture · May 19, 2025

A growing mountain of gear: what’s in my pack for the trek to Everest Base Camp

Packing for Everest Base Camp requires a veritable sleight of hand to make sure you’re warm, cool, dry – and don’t overload yourself

Advnture · May 16, 2025

Walking on tired legs: how I’m training for the trek to Everest Base Camp

I’m trekking to Everest Base Camp next week – here’s what I’m doing to prepare my body

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The Independent UK · Jan 22, 2025

A trek to Everest Base Camp: Joy, pain and an uncomfortable truth at the heart of every climber’s story (cloned)

IN FOCUS: It’s an extreme adventure playground that is there for the conquering – but increasingly, there are distressing stories of overcrowding at the summit, pollution across the ranges and locals who disappear from view after helping climbers achieve their dream. Rod Ardehali reports

Advnture · Jul 16, 2024

Climb Everest in four minutes thanks to stunning new drone footage

This breathtaking film takes you on a high-definition aerial ride from Base Camp to the mountain’s summit

AAP · Mar 22, 2024

To Kathmandu with didgeridoo: Blak Trekkers on Everest

The Blak Trekkers made the physically, emotionally and psychologically difficult trip to Everest Base Camp to raise awareness of Indigenous mental health.

ABC News · Jun 3, 2023

Tonnes of rubbish left behind by climbers trekking to Mount Everest

Food wrappers, tents, plastic and human waste being discarded by climbers staying at the mountain's base camps.

Birmingham Post · May 11, 2023

CBK Adventures launches new retail store and adventure training academy

The firm's new Base Camp sells products including kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, wetsuits, and wild swimming accessories

Space · Apr 18, 2023

NASA may build more than one moon base for Artemis lunar missions

NASA may not build just one Artemis Base Camp for future lunar astronauts but rather a distributed series of lunar outposts for science and exploration.

Daily Record · Nov 5, 2022

Everest Base Camp mission for Perth pals Andrew and Michael

A sight of blue skies and white Himalayan peaks was the (eventual) reward for two adventurous souls from Perth who battled many challenges to reach Mount Everest Base Camp.

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