Route Guide for Mt. Everest and 25 other Peaks
Famous as the home of the world's highest peak and the highest mountain range, Nepal is the ultimate climbers' destination. This new guide, researched and written by members of the British Army, contains route guides to 25 of the world's highest mountains--including the highest one of them all: Mt. Everest. This practical guide includes information on getting to Nepal, organizing an expedition, step-by-step information and maps for climbing 25 peaks in Nepal, a history of climbing in Nepal (by mountaineer Jim Curran), background information on Nepal, plus health, and safety sections.