A seven-year-old boy from Dubai has etched his name in the annals of mountaineering history by becoming the youngest person to trek both Everest Base Camp and the Annapurna Circuit’s Thorong La Pass within a single year. Ivan Krasiukov, a student at Bloom World Academy, accomplished this remarkable feat before his seventh birthday, earning recognition from Official World Record Europe. In April 2024, at just six years old, Ivan completed the 130-kilometre Everest Base Camp trail. A year later, in April 2025, he crossed Nepal’s Thorong La Pass, one of the world’s highest walkable mountain passes at 5,416 metres. Ivan’s journey was supported by his parents, Alla and Dmitrii, along with a Nepalese guide and two porters. His father recounted how Ivan, upon reaching Everest Base Camp after 12 days, expressed disappointment that the trek wasn’t longer, a sentiment that underscored his passion and determination. Ivan’s preparation included rigorous training in athletics, swimming, parkour, and acrobatics, which equipped him for the high-altitude challenges. John Bell, founding principal of Bloom World Academy, praised Ivan’s resilience, stating, “We couldn’t be prouder to see a Bloom student making history on a global stage.” This extraordinary achievement highlights the boundless potential of young adventurers and serves as an inspiration to aspiring explorers worldwide.