Hat-Trick Challenge: Nimsdai Purja kicks off the Greatest Mountaineering Challenge in History

Mountaineering legend Nimsdai “Nims” Purja is on the verge of achieving what no other human has ever done—completing the 14 Peaks Challenge for the third time – the 3x14 Peaks hat-trick – plus 3x the Seven Summits. This record-breaking feat will redefine what’s possible in high-altitude climbing. He has already completed the 14 Peaks both with and without oxygen in record-breaking time.

With 18 summits on the list to climb in 2025— Nimsdai’s journey of setting mountaineering records and inspiring the world is far from over. As Nims embarks on this new challenge, his mission goes beyond personal achievement; it’s about inspiring people to chase their own dreams and 100% of all funds raised through donations and sponsorship, will go to support the philanthropic Nimsdai Foundation. 

The challenge starts this month on Kanchenjunga – Nims and his world-breaking team, together with clients, spent time acclimatising to the mountain and fixing lines  to Camp 3 before waiting on a weather window to summit.

Climbing all 14 of the world’s highest peaks above 8,000m is a test of human endurance, skill, and resilience. Few have ever done it once. Completing the 3x14 Peaks hat-trick plus 3 x Seven Summits is unheard of. Yet, Nims has proven time and time again that what seems impossible can be achieved with the right mindset, dedication, and teamwork.

The journey began in 2019 when he stunned the world by completing the first 14 Peaks challenge in just six months and six days, shattering the previous record of nearly eight years. In 2021, he led the first-ever winter ascent of K2 with a ten-strong all Nepali team, an achievement that cemented his place in mountaineering history. By October 2024, he had completed the 14 Peaks without supplementary oxygen in 2 years and 5 months - and the Seven Summits Challenge, setting another world-first. Now, the ultimate challenge remains: completing the 3x14 Peaks plus 3x Seven Summits hat-trick.

While this 3x14 peaks + 3x Seven Summits hat-trick challenge is set to make history, it is not just about breaking records. Nims is using his platform to raise £1,138,000—a figure that mirrors the total elevation in feet of all 14 summits. Every donation will go towards the Nimsdai Foundation, a charitable initiative dedicated to:

• Supporting mountain communities – including funding the Porter’s House at Lobuche on the trail to Everest Base Camp. The aims is to ensure safe and sustainable conditions for local porters. Construction is due to start in Spring 2025.
• Veteran rehabilitation projects – helping former soldiers find new purpose through mountaineering.
• Environmental conservation – tackling pollution and championing sustainable projects in the Himalayas.
• Education and outreach – inspiring the next generation of climbers and change-makers.

·       Be a part of history. Help Nims complete this legendary mission and support communities in need. Donate today and be a part of something bigger than a world record—be part of a movement that redefines what is possible. Donate Now

Starting his newest adventure with the beautiful Kanchenjunga in April 2025, Nims Purja is on the edge of making history with the 3x14 Peaks + 3x Seven Summits hat-trick challenge. But this journey is about more than one man’s achievements—it’s about inspiring a generation to push beyond limits and redefine what is possible.

Nims said: “Whether your mountain is literal or metaphorical, let this challenge be the fuel to chase your own impossible dream. Together, we stand at the summit of possibility.”

Stay updated as Nims takes on the 18 mountains. Follow his progress and witness mountaineering history in the making:

• Website: nimsdai.com
• Instagram: @nimsdai
• Facebook: Nimsdai Purja
• YouTube: Nimsdai Official

Every step of the way in this new hat-trick challenge, Nims and his team, will be testing out the new range of equipment and gear coming soon to the Nimsdai Store, including new base layers, new trekking trousers, shirts and hoodies. Find out more at Nimsdaistore.com