Jon Gangdal
About Jon Gangdal
Originally from Norway, Jon is a highly experienced Himalayan expedition leader with more than three decades of mountaineering experience across Nepal, Tibet, Pakistan, and Peru.
Jon has led and participated in expeditions on legendary mountains including Mount Everest, Kangchenjunga, Cho Oyu, Manaslu, Shishapangma, Himal Chuli and Ama Dablam. His extensive background includes both technical alpine climbing and leading high-altitude expeditions with safety and professionalism.
Beyond climbing, Jon is passionate about sharing the culture, traditions, and spirit of the Himalayas with others. As a former journalist and still active author he has written more than 40 documentary books, two of them published in Nepal.
- Five Treasures of Great Snow – the Story of Kangchenjunga(Buddha 2012)
- GUILT & GLORY – Climbing with Sherpas (Vajra
His experience, leadership, and respect for mountain communities make him an important part of Adventure Pathway’s vision. At Adventure Pathway, Jon helps create authentic journeys that combine adventure, cultural connection, and unforgettable Himalayan experiences.
Personal Details
Based In
Norway
Age
72 Years
Nationality
Norwegian
Specialization
High-Altitude Mountaineering Expert
Notable Achievements
- 2024 – Ama Dablam (to 6500 m) Nepal, leader
- 2022 – Ama Dablam (6812 m), Nepal, leader 2018 – Ama Dablam (to 6750 m), Nepal, leader
- 2018 – Imja Tse - Island Peak (to 6050 m.) Nepal, leader
- 2011 – Parchemo (6270 m), Nepal, leader
- 2009 – Kangchenjunga (8586 m), Nepal, leader 2006 – Parchemo (6270 m), Nepal, leader
- 2005 – Mount Everest (8848 m), North Ridge, Tibet, leader 2005 – Imja Tse - Island Peak (6165 m), Nepal, leader
- 2003 – Mount Everest, South Ridge (to 8000 m), Nepal 2002 – Manaslu (8163 m), Nepal, leader
- 1999 – Shisha Pangma (8046 m), Tibet, leader
- 1999 – Cho Oyu (8201 m), Tibet, leader
- 1996 – Mount Everest, North Ridge (to 7900 m), Tibet, leader
- 1994 – Mount Everest, West Ridge (to 7300 m), Tibet, leader
- 1991 – Tirich Mir, Southwest Summit (7620 m), Pakistan, leader
- 1989 – Himal Chuli, West Summit (7540 m), Nepal
- 1988 – Alpamajo (5949 m), Peru
- 1988 – Huascaran (6768 m), Peru
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