Temba Tsheri Sherpa

Chief Operating Officer (CEO)

Temba Tsheri Sherpa is a Nepali mountaineer and expedition professional with over 20 years of experience in Himalayan mountaineering and expedition operations. At the age of 16, he summited Mount Everest on May 23, 2001, becoming the youngest person to reach the summit at the time. His achievement was recognized by Guinness World Records and remains an important part of Nepal's mountaineering history.

Temba's contribution to mountaineering and tourism has received several national recognitions. In 2011, he was appointed a Goodwill Ambassador for Nepal Tourism Year, and he has received honors including the Ganesh Man Prativa Puraskar, Sundere Sherpa Rastriya Prativa Puraskar, and TAAN Everest International Award.

His mountaineering career has continued through expeditions on major peaks in Nepal and around the world, along with extensive experience in expedition planning, logistics, team coordination, and mountain operations.

At Summit8000, Temba serves as the Chief Operating Officerand Expedition Leader, leading the company and overseeing expedition planning, climbing operations, logistics, and field coordination. His experience both on the mountain and in expedition management contributes directly to the planning and management of Summit8000's high-altitude expeditions.

Mountaineering Experience

Mount Everest (8,848.86m) – Summited in 2001 at age 16
Mount Kamet (7,756m)
Denali (6,190m) – 2015
Mount Kilimanjaro (5,895m)
Mount Elbrus (5,642m)
Ama Dablam (6,812m)
Mera Peak
Lobuche Peak
Island Peak
Extensive experience in Himalayan trekking, mountaineering, and expedition operations

Recognition & Awards

Guinness World Records recognition – Youngest Everest summiter at the time of his 2001 ascent
Goodwill Ambassador, Nepal Tourism Year 2011 – Government of Nepal
Ganesh Man Prativa Puraskar
Sundere Sherpa Rastriya Prativa Puraskar
TAAN Everest International Award