Madison Mountaineering

25/04/2025

Technical skills review on the Khumbu Glacier ✅

It's been an excellent few days of training on the Khumbu Glacier! Situated just outside our base camp, our team kitted-up, fueled with a nutritious breakfast, and took to the ice under crystal-clear, blue skies. The teams been reviewing technical skills that are needed to climb Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu. By reviewing these skills now, we can move swiftly and efficiently while navigating different sections of the route. Everyone's doing great, looking strong and ready to get the climbing underway!

More to come!

Mountain Hardwear (📸: Terray Sylvester)

25/04/2025

Two months until we're back in the Karakoram! ⛰

Can you believe it? With our sights set on 8,000-meter peaks in the Himalaya, our calendar is chock-full of exciting climbs in the next few months with K2, Broad Peak, and the Unclimbed Peak not too far off... We have strong teams together so far and space for a few more!

Sound like fun? Reach out to our team to learn more.

Concurrent with our expeditions in the Karakoram, we look forward to the environmental restoration project we have planned throughout our time in this special place. Click the link in our bio to learn more about the Madison Mountaineering Foundation!

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24/04/2025

Views out our tent doors... 🗻

Mountain Hardwear (📸: Terray Sylvester)

22/04/2025

Ahhh, it feels good to be here... Hello, Everest Base Camp! ⛺️

With smiles abound and full of excitement, our climbing and trekking teams made their way into EBC today. After being greeted by our Sherpa team, we celebrated another milestone in the journey, settled into our tents, and enjoyed a warm and nutritious welcome meal in our temporary home.

It's good to be back here once again! Stay tuned for more...

Mountain Hardwear (📸: Terray Sylvester)

20/04/2025

Madison Mountaineering Foundation: How you can help

Join us to support the planet’s precious mountain environments and the communities that rely on them! We have several projects scheduled in the Himalaya and Karakoram that directly support the foundations mission:

🗻 Environmental Restoration project in the K2 Region of Pakistan, June 24 – August 4, 2025
🗻 Gokyo Ri / Lobuche / Island Peak Environmental Restoration Expedition, October 18 – November 7, 2025
🗻 Everest Base Camp Environmental Restoration Trek, October 18 – November 7, 2025

Sound like fun? Reach out to our team to get signed up!

Mountain Hardwear (📸: Terray Sylvester)

18/04/2025

DON'T MISS THIS: Antarctica expedition prices go up on April 25 ⚡

We're extending a special offer to intrepid climbers with dreams of going to the edge of the Earth this next season! Sign up to climb or ski on the frozen continent before April 25 to lock in last seasons pricing.

🇦🇶 100% safety record in '24 / '25
🇦🇶 100% summit success in '24 / '25

Come see what the hype is all about!

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17/04/2025

We're excited to introduce the Madison Mountaineering Foundation!

The Madison Mountaineering Foundation supports direct action to remove waste and restore the environment in high-altitude climbing destinations worldwide.

Through conservation initiatives we strive to unite climbers with local partners in a shared vision of a sustainable future for the alpine communities and ecosystems we cherish.

Join us to support the planet’s precious mountain environments and the communities that rely on them!

Stay tuned for more information on how you can help... Click the link in our bio to learn more! ⛓

Mountain Hardwear (📸: Terray Sylvester)

Madison Mountaineering Foundation supports direct action to remove waste and restore the environment in high-altitude climbing destinations.

17/04/2025

Introducing the Madison Mountaineering Foundation! - https://mailchi.mp/madisonmountaineering.com/introducing-the-madison-mountaineering-foundation

Photos by Terray Sylvester

16/04/2025

All is well in the Himalayas! 🗻

The journey to base camp is officially underway! Our Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu teams are making their way through the vibrant Khumbu Valley—surrounded by color, culture, and those iconic Himalayan views. A bit of rain kicked things off, but spirits are high as we move steadily along the trail, crossing suspension bridges and gazing up at the towering peaks above.

We’ve now reached Namche Bazaar, soaking in the lively energy of this mountain hub—cafes, art galleries, and local shops galore. Soon, we’ll be back on the trail, heading deeper into this legendary valley!

To higher places!

Mountain Hardwear (📸: Terray Sylvester)

16/04/2025

POV: you just topped out on Ama Dablam, one of the most beautiful peaks on the planet, on a crystal clear, blue-bird day in the Himalaya!

From Ama Dablam, you’re treated to jaw-dropping views of Everest, Lhotse, Nuptse, Makalu, and more—it’s just as stunning looking out as it is looking up at this iconic peak. With sustained technical sections of snow, ice, and rock at high altitude and plenty of exposure, Ama Dablam is no easy climb—it’s a serious challenge for any mountaineer.

Join us this October to climb this iconic peak!

Mountain Hardwear (📸: Terray Sylvester)

13/04/2025

Here we go... The spring 2025 Himalayan climbing and trekking season is on! 💥

The team has all arrived in Kathmandu, gone through a gear check, and enjoyed a welcome dinner together. Filled with excitement, the team repacked their bags (again) and turned in for the night, with plans to helicopter into the mountains soon! This is where the trek to base camp, Everest, Lhotse, and Makalu all begin...

Let's do this team!

Click the link in our bio to follow along with expedition dispatches ⛓

Mountain Hardwear (📸: Terray Sylvester)

11/04/2025

Himalayan smiles coming to your timeline soon... ⏳

Just a few more days until we're back in the high country!

Mountain Hardwear (📸: Terray Sylvester)

09/04/2025

With the spring Himalayan season quickly approaching, we're also getting psyched for more 8,000-meter expeditions in the Himalaya coming this August - September!

🗻 Manaslu (8163m / 26,781ft)
🗻 Cho Oyu (8188m / 26,864ft)
🗻 Shishapangma (8027m / 26,335ft)

Sound like fun? Reach out to our team to secure your spot.

To higher places!

Mountain Hardwear (📸: Terray Sylvester)

06/04/2025

One week until we begin our journey back to the highest place on Earth! Our season is jam packed with teams climbing and trekking around the Himalaya.

Let's do this! ⚡️

Mountain Hardwear (📸: Terray Sylvester)

04/04/2025

At relatively high altitudes and with lots of opportunity for glaciated travel, the Ecuador Volcanoes offer aspiring and seasoned mountaineers alike a playground of peaks at around 20,000ft 🗻

Located just outside of Quito, we climb the Ecuadorian giants in style, resting between climbs in Hacienda style lodges that provide outstanding relaxation and dining experiences. The combination of these beautiful climbs with first-rate lodging throughout makes this program very enjoyable!

Ecuador is one of our favorite training grounds for climbers to prepare for other big mountains around the globe! Reach out to our team to see what it's all about.

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03/04/2025

The hard work has been logged. Training is just about done, tickets long since booked, and bags are being packed (and repacked!) As we prepare to depart on this incredible journey to the top of the world, we're revisiting some tips on how to travel smart, stay healthy & save money on an expedition.

The crux of your climb is not your fitness, your gear, or your partner. It starts before you step out the door. Plan ahead and take precautions. By doing so, you’ll give yourself the best shot at getting to basecamp and on to the summit.

Click the link in our bio to read the full article!

Mountain Hardwear (📸: Terray Sylvester)

01/04/2025

Our 2025 expeditions in the Karakoram are fast approaching... There are still spots on our team to climb in one of the biggest and most inspiring mountain ranges on the planet!

Here's what's in store for this season:
⛰ K2 - the world's second highest peak (8611m/28,251ft)
⛰ Broad Peak - the world's 12th highest peak (8047m/26,555ft)
⛰ Unclimbed Peak - attempting to make a historic first ascent!

Mountain Hardwear (📸: Terray Sylvester)

29/03/2025

Clear skies, cold temps, and smiles all around in Antarctica! It won't be long before we're headed back to the end of the Earth once again...

Our dates are set for the 2025 / 2026 season! A trip to the frozen continent is the trip of a lifetime. Join us this season to find out what the hype is all about!

📅 November 23 – December 8, 2025
📅 December 4 – 19, 2025
📅 December 15 – 31, 2025
📅 December 27, 2025 – January 11, 2026
📅 January 7 – 22, 2026

Our expert guides and team are here to help. Reach out to our office for details and to secure your spot on the team!

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