I loved climbing because of the freedom, and having time and space. I remember coming off Everest for the last time, thinking of Dad and wishing that he could have seen what I saw. He would have loved it.

That feeling when you're so cold you'd give anything to be warm - I've had it before, literally huddled around a candle flame on an ice sheet.

My favorite moments? Where it's all going swimmingly, the sun's out and I've got a fire going and a nice snake on the barbecue.

I said no to the Born Survivor producer three times because I've never aspired to be a TV man.

I learnt another valuable lesson that night: listen to the quiet voice inside. Intuition is the noise of the mind.

A man's pride can be his downfall, and he needs to learn when to turn to others for support and guidance.

My work is all about adventure and teamwork in some of the most inhospitable jungles, mountains and deserts on the planet. If you aren't able to look after yourself and each other, then people die.