Description
In 1953, Sir Edmund Hillary & Tenzing Norgay made history as the first people to reach the top of Everest. Now, 50 years later, three sons of Everest's most celebrated climbers return to the mountain to challenge it again. Join their journey as they brave the elements and face death to climb 29,000 feet of wind-blasted rock and ice. And, relive the dramatic history of Everest from great triumphs to deadly tragedies, enduring rivalries and the unsung role of the Sherpa people - as National Geographic exposes the untold stories that lurk in the mountain's epic shadow and takes you on THE ultimate Everest experience.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS (Average Customer Rating: 4.5 based on 12 reviews)

Everest. 50 years on the mountain

Excellent ,but will not play on (International) DVD player although the player is set to receive all regions. I had to watch it on the PC.
October 26, 2008

Another Nat'l Geographic Winner

Excellent narrative on the World's Highest Mountain. Filmed expertly and true to the history of the mountain. I highly recommend this DVD if you really want to see Everest without climbing to the Lhotse Face. This a great family adventure that you can enjoy and be unashamed to include, in the viewing, your children or grandchildren.
January 07, 2008

Must see for Everest students

Ever since watching the Discovery channel series on Everest I have been hooked on the mountain. This movie has helped me continue to get my "adrenelene fix" just by watching it. Not only is the historical footage and info incredible, but the actual footage near the top helped me realize just how much "exposure" the climbers have on the final ridge with sheer drop offs on both sides. If you have any interest in Everest or mountain climbing, this dvd is a great one to own.
March 09, 2007

Good Movie

Enjoyable movie - I had hoped to see more of the mountain and the trails going up it.
February 08, 2007

National Geographic-Everest 50 years on the Mountain

The best Everest DVD and I've seen them all!
August 22, 2006

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