Adventure Travel Destinations | BY Rami Rasamny | PUBLISH DATE: December 02 2024 | READ TIME: 3 mins | UPDATED DATE: August 19 2026
Mountaineering History on Aconcagua with Hari Budha Magar
DOWNLOAD YOUR Aconcagua Expedition GUIDEBOOK
Life Happens Outdoors is thrilled to announce our partnership with the extraordinary Hari Budha Magar, a trailblazing adventurer and double over-the-knee amputee who is on a mission to make history by completing the Seven Summits. This February, Hari will be joining LHO to climb Aconcagua, the highest peak in South America, as part of his […]
Life Happens Outdoors is thrilled to announce our partnership with the extraordinary Hari Budha Magar, a trailblazing adventurer and double over-the-knee amputee who is on a mission to make history by completing the Seven Summits. This February, Hari will be joining LHO to climb Aconcagua, the highest peak in South America, as part of his groundbreaking journey.
We invite you to join Hari on the mountain, as you and Hari make your own seperate attempts for the summit. This is not just a climb—it’s a chance t stand alongside a legend, share in his remarkable story, and contribute to a powerful testament to the resilience of the human spirit. Spaces are limited, so don’t miss your opportunity to join this life-changing adventure.
Who Is Hari Budha Magar?
Hari Budha Magar’s story is one of resilience, determination, and inspiration. Born in a remote village in Nepal, Hari served as a Gurkha soldier before an IED explosion in Afghanistan in 2010 resulted in the loss of both his legs above the knee. Despite this life-altering event, Hari refused to let his disability define him. Instead, he used it as a springboard to prove that there are no limits to what one can achieve with grit and a dream.
Hari’s Mountaineering Achievements
Hari’s name is synonymous with breaking barriers in the world of mountaineering. His accomplishments include:
- Reaching the summit of Kilimanjaro (5,895m), Africa’s highest mountain.
- Ascending Mont Blanc (4,809m) in the Alps, Europe’s highest currently accessible peak.
- In 2023, Hari made history by summiting Mount Everest (8,849m), becoming the first double above-the-knee amputee to achieve this feat.
- This year he became first double above knee amputee in history to summit Denali in the United States (6190m), his fourth of the seven summits*
Hari’s achievements are a testament to his relentless pursuit of excellence and his mission to inspire others to overcome their own obstacles, whatever they may be.
A historic Aconcagua summit
Hari went on to summit Aconcagua with Life Happens Outdoors, becoming the first double above-knee amputee to reach the summit. This article preserves the partnership and preparation that preceded the climb. Continue with the Untold Aconcagua Story, the historic summit announcement, and the Road to Seven Summits interview. For the mountain itself, use the complete Aconcagua planning guide.
*Mt. Blanc is being used for the European Peak as Mt. Elbrus is in Russia and not accessible.
For practical planning beyond this story, use the complete Aconcagua planning guide, or view the live Aconcagua Expedition for current trip details.
CONTINUE YOUR RESEARCH
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Rami Rasamny
Rami Rasamny is the founder of Life Happens Outdoors, a premium adventure travel company that uses the outdoors as a catalyst for human transformation. His work brings people into the mountains not only for challenge, but for clarity, confidence, and connection. He believes that when people answer the call to adventure truthfully, they come back different.
