Kami Rita heads for 32nd Everest summit - and possibly his last
Summary
Kami Rita Sherpa, the climber with the most Everest summits, departs for his 32nd and possibly last ascent, marking a legendary career in mountaineering.
Key Points
- Kami Rita Sherpa is attempting his 32nd ascent of Mount Everest, likely his final climb.
- He has summited Everest 31 times since 1994, holding the record for most ascents.
- Kami Rita also holds the record for most summits above 8,000 meters with 44 climbs on various peaks.
- He plans to retire from Everest climbing after 2026 but continue trekking and other adventure activities.
