

The Challenge: Everest
2018-06-30 · 25 min / episode · ★ 10.0
In a journey that captures the mental and physical toll of the 8,848-meter climb – which has claimed the lives of nearly 300 people – accompany Ben Fogle and Victoria Pendleton during their six-day trek to base camp, acclimatisation on Everest and final ascent to reach the summit.
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- Mark Fisher
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