Everest 2025 Daily Updates – 13th May
Daily updates from teams and individuals climbing Everest during the 2025 Season.
Kaitu Expeditions
“Sending all our energy to our brave climbers on Everest! They are already on their summit push – a journey to touch the sky that began as a dream for many.
It’s a testament to human spirit, endurance, and the pursuit of extraordinary goals. Our entire team is cheering them on, alongside our incredible Sherpa guides who make these ascents possible.
May the weather be kind, may your steps be sure, and may you safely reach that breathtaking summit. We are with you in spirit!
Keep an eye out for updates as conditions allow.”
Michael Leksinski
“We are still waiting at the base. Now the forecast is calling the shots. There is a chance for a window around May 18 or a little later, so if the forecasts are correct we will start up tomorrow night. Stay tuned!”
Climbing The Seven Summits
“Everest summit bids underway!”
Alpine Ascents
“Acclimatization rotation is done and dusted ✔️ Our team topped out at 23,200 ft on the Lhotse Face for their final acclimatization push to Camp 3 and are now back at Basecamp. Time to hydrate and hold tight. Summit push loading.”
Adventure Consultants
“Our Everest team has completed their final acclimatisation rotation, climbing to Camp 3 and spending time in the thin air before descending to Camp 2. Now back at Base Camp, they’re resting and preparing for the summit push.
Just a few days ago, we received exciting news: the ropes to the summit have been fixed — a huge thanks to the rope-fixing teams for their incredible work in opening the route for the season!
The next weather window is looking windy, so we’re watching the forecasts closely. In the meantime, the team has been sharpening key skills: training with oxygen systems, refreshing stove use, and choosing summit snacks. While our Sherpa support and guide-to-climber ratio are world-class, we believe every climber should be capable and self-reliant on the mountain.
Now, it’s all about rest, recovery, strategy – and waiting for the right moment.”
Karl Egloff
“Today the expeditions start to climb massively to the high camps for the first long windows of the season 17-18-19-20-21… . About 700-1000 people are expected to summit in the next few days.
Once most come down is when a possible window without masses, traffic and with higher temperatures will be given to be able to climb end of month without the use of bottled oxygen in a nonstop way.
It is key to stay focused , keep gaining altitude and regenerating the body .
Day by day , waiting for the moment , without losing focus and calm ! Thank you all for your wonderful messages that have reached me and all the support. Whether or NOT I get my chance to climb I am already happy to have arrived here and see so much energy.”
Eva Steinwald
“The moment of truth has arrived. Everest Summit Push. To ensure my legs are ready for the challenge, I walked from one end of basecamp to the other and it took me 30 minutes. We leave tonight at 1am through Khumbu Icefall to camp 1. Rest. Then head to camp 2. Rest. Then head to camp 3. Rest. Head to camp 4, recharge and go for the Summit. The day of realization has finally arrived.”
Honourable Artillery Company
“Team 2 came back from Camp 3 yesterday morning after 5 days of hard work whilst contending with the utterly searing heat. But despite this, all team members successfully completed the rotation and looked strong on return, and even put in some better than expected times for each legs!
We were warmly welcomed back by the rest of the team with some cold juice, before having 10 minutes to pack a bag and jump on the heli back to Lukla for some well earned R&R for a few days, just like Team 1.
Time to eat and sleep like no one’s business, and we’ll be back at EBC the day after tomorrow – 15th May – to gear up for the final level Everest: the Summit.”
Kenton Cool
“We finally have a positive forecast that will allow us to plan a summit push on Everest.
Let’s hope that we manage to thread the needle with regard to numbers of climbers and we have a safe and enjoyable time up high.”
Chhiring Sherpa
“Rest Day Before the Summit Push – Everest & Lhotse
We’re currently taking a vital rest day with our client at Basecamp, preparing for the final push toward the summits of both Mt. Everest (8,848.86m) and Mt. Lhotse (8,516m). The weather window is looking favorable, and the team is strong and focused.
This period of rest is crucial for acclimatization and conserving energy before tackling the extreme altitudes ahead. Spirits are high, gear is ready, and the anticipation is building.
In the next few days, we aim to reach the roof of the world and stand on the fourth highest peak shortly after. A dual summit is always an immense challenge—but one we’re ready to face.”
Updated throughout the day…
