About Tenji
As a small child Tenji Sherpa was naturally drawn to climbing - growing up in a remote village of Sanam Gudel the Himalayas were his garden. Surrounded by the Big Mountains and watching relatives conquer Everest, Tenji knew he would follow in their footsteps.
In 2019 Tenji became a certified IFMGA Guide, gaining his chance to climb and guide in the US, Japan, Alps and in his homeland, the Himalayas. Today, Tenji is one of the lead guides at Elite Exped and has an impressive climbing record. As an accredited IFMGA Mountain Guide, Tenji is an exceptional climber and leader – guiding from the front step by step. Tenji has a reputation for his patience, professionalism and eye for detail.
More about Tenji
Conquered Everest 10 Times
Climbing both with and without oxygen showing resilience for high-altitude mountaineering.
Top x5 8000'er in 75 days
Summited the top x5 8000'ers in 75 days: Everest, Lhotse, Makalu, Kanchenjungha and K2.
IFMGA Accredited
Recognised guide certified by the International Federation of Mountain Guides Association.
30 x peaks summited
Scaled numerous peaks from 8000m down to 4000m across US, Japan, Alps and Himalayas.
Exped Guide
Expedition Guide at Elite Exped
"Guiding is my passion, not just my job—it's about supporting my family and empowering others to reach their peak. Success demands drive, the right team, and top-notch gear."
IFMGA TENJI
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