South Summit

The South Summit stands at 8,749 meters above sea level, positioned 130 meters from Mount Everest's main peak with a connecting ridge passage.

Charles Evans and Tom Bourdillon achieved the first ascent of South Summit during the 1953 British Mount Everest expedition, stopping short of the main summit.

The South Summit marks a critical milestone for mountaineers attempting Everest, representing the final preparation point before the ultimate ascent.

Climbers at South Summit typically exchange oxygen bottles and assess weather conditions before deciding whether to continue toward Mount Everest's peak.

A geological survey in 1965 discovered fossilized seashells in limestone formations near South Summit, indicating ancient marine environments at high altitudes.

Location: Tibet Autonomous Region

Elevation above the sea: 8,749 m

Part of: Mount Everest

GPS coordinates: 27.98500,86.92583

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:32