A 11-member rope-fixing and route-opening team under the Expedition Operators Association Nepal successfully reached the summit of Mount Everest on 13 May 2026 (Baishakh 30, 2083), officially completing the route preparation and rope fixing for the 2026 spring mountaineering season.
The team, led by Mingma Dorjee Sherpa, reached the summit at around 10:25 AM and unfurled the flags of the Government of Nepal and EOAN, marking the completion of the critical task of establishing a safe climbing route for this year’s Everest expedition.
Critical Safety Route Prepared Under Extreme Conditions
The expedition team successfully fixed ropes and opened the climbing route despite highly challenging weather conditions, extreme altitude risks, and technical difficulties along the world’s highest peak.
Officials noted that the achievement reflects the courage, technical expertise, and dedication of the Sherpa community, who continue to play a vital role in high-altitude mountaineering operations in Nepal.
2026 Everest Climbing Season Officially Begins
With the completion of rope fixing and route preparation, the 2026 spring climbing season on Everest has now officially begun. The established route will be used by climbers attempting the summit in the coming weeks.
Authorities expressed deep appreciation and congratulations to all members of the fixing team for their successful mission under extreme Himalayan conditions.
Rope-Fixing Team Members
The rope-fixing team included:
- Pam Dorjee Sherpa
- Pasang Tashi Sherpa
- Lopsang Bhutia
- Ming Nurbu Sherpa
- Chhomba Tenji Sherpa
- Guru Bhote
- Mingma Dorjee Sherpa (Team Leader)
- Mingma Tenje Sherpa
- Ming Temba Sherpa
- Dendi Sherpa
- Pasang Nurbu Sherpa
The successful operation once again highlights Nepal’s leading role in global high-altitude expedition support and mountain safety operations.
