Born to a poor family in Khumbu, Nepal
Ang Tharkay
Deceasedआङ थर्के
Also known as Angtharkay
Pioneering Sherpa mountaineer and sirdar who introduced Tenzing Norgay to mountaineering
About
Ang Tharkay was born to a poor family in Khumbu. He became one of the most respected Sherpa mountaineers of his time. He worked as a guide and sirdar for four decades, from 1931 to 1970.
Many people see him as the best Sherpa of his generation. He is remembered for introducing a young Tenzing Norgay to mountaineering. Tenzing Norgay later became the first person to reach the top of Everest.
Quick facts
- Born
- 1907
- Birthplace
- Khumbu, Nepal
- Profession
- Mountaineer, Guide
- Nationality
- Nepal
- Status
- Deceased
- Died
- 1981-07-28
Career & life timeline
- 1907
- 1931
Began his mountaineering career
- 1935
Took part in a British Everest reconnaissance expedition
- 1970
Ended his active mountaineering career
- 1981
Died in Kathmandu at about age 74
Achievements
Introduced Tenzing Norgay to mountaineering
Regarded as the outstanding Sherpa guide of his era
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Last updated: 2026-09-06