—About Black Mountaineering
Guided by excellence
Driven by purpose.
About Us
Black Mountaineering leads the way in elite, small-team expeditions across the world’s greatest ranges.
We combine world-class leadership, medical-backed safety, and purpose-driven adventure to deliver life-changing mountain experiences. With record summit success and an unwavering respect for people and place, we climb not just to reach the top — but to rise with the mountain.
“The hardest mountains we climb are the ones within.”
— JASON BLACK
The Story Behind the Legend
Our expeditions are created and led by professional mountaineer Jason Black with years of high-altitude experience across the world.
JASON BLACK
A Tale of Tragedy to Triumph
Born in Ireland, Jason Black’s love for the outdoors began early, shaped by the Cubs, Scouts, and Ireland’s wild landscapes.
Overcoming the trauma of bullying and depression, he found healing and strength in nature — rebuilding confidence and purpose in the mountains.
That resilience led him to a life of exploration and high-altitude mountaineering, reaching the world’s highest peaks and inspiring others to rise with purpose.
Jason Black – The hardest mountains we climb are the ones within.
- Mt Everest summiteer
- K2 summiteer
- Mt Kilimanjaro World record holder
- Mt Aconcagua World record holder
- National outdoor athlete of the year
- Mont Blanc 3 sides x 10
- Matterhorn x 2
- Toubkal x 30
- Island Peak x 15
- Mera peak x 16
- Elbrus x 8
- Kilimanjaro x 50
- Ama Dablam x 4
- Denali west rib x 1
- Aconcagua x 8
- Himlung Himal x 4
- Baruntse x 3
- Lhotse x 1
- Race around Ireland – Winner 2017
- North-cape 4000km – 6th 2019
- TransAtlantic way 2500km – 3rd 2019
- Race across Laos 1100km – Winner 2019
- Race across Oman 1200km – 2nd 2019
- Eco challenge Fiji 2019.
- SAS ultimate hell week 2019
- Race around Rwanda 1000km – 6th 2020
- GB Duro 2500km 2020
- TransAtlantic Way 2500km 2020
- Dales Divide 800km – 2nd 2021
- Joe Barr 803km – 1st 2021
- Two Volcanoes Mt Etna / Mt Vesuvius – 1200km / 2021
HEAD OF MOUNTAINEERING
Beyond guiding, Jason works in research and development for leading outdoor and mountaineering brand Mammut — testing and refining equipment in some of the planet’s harshest environments. His hands on insight drives innovation and safety across the global adventure industry.
Through Black Mountaineering, Jason leads elite, purpose-driven expeditions across the globe. Our philosophy places purpose before profit — empowering local communities, employing local guides, porters, and cooks, supporting regional economies, and ensuring every expedition leaves a positive humanitarian footprint.
Jason speaks professionally as a motivational and leadership speaker, sharing lessons from extreme altitude with schools, corporations, and organisations worldwide. His recent speaking partners include Boston Scientific, LinkedIn, Pfizer Inc, Amazon, Facebook, and the Armed Forces, where his stories of resilience, teamwork, and risk management inspire peak performance in every field.
Join us on a transformative journey where purpose, passion, and the power of the mountains combine to change how you see the world — and yourself.
Rise With The Mountain.
Precision
Every detail planned, no exceptions.
Professionalism
Certified guides. Proven safety standards.
Purpose
Local guides. Local impact. Always.
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— Black Mountaineering
Precision ● Professionalism ● Passion
Guided mountaineering expeditions and unforgettable world-class experiences.
Precision Planning
Every expedition meticulously designed from logistics, to acclimatisation, and safety, down to the last detail.
Professional Leadership
Led by Jason Black, Everest and K2 summiteer, with decades of high-altitude expertise you can trust.
Passion for the Mountains
More than a guided climb, a life-changing experience built on genuine love for the high places.