What does it take to climb Mount Everest?

Everest captures the media's attention like no other mountain. Here are some facts, figures and background information to help anyone reporting about Everest. Where is Everest? read more

The Climb—$35,000 to $100,000. An Everest climb starts at around $35,000 because mountain permits begin at $10,000 (the price varies based on the number in the expedition). In addition, a virtual village of Sherpas—porters, cooks, and guides—is required to get you to the top. read more

Although Everest does not require the technical climbing skills of some shorter mountains, a thorough grounding in climbing techniques is important before attempting it. Because of the extreme conditions and unpredictable nature of Everest, even the most experienced mountaineers can get into trouble. read more

Getting to Everest Base Camp, where the trek ostensibly starts, is itself a 10-day, 17,000-plus-foot affair. From there, you'll climb to Camp 1, atop the glacial Khumbu Icefall at 19,500 feet. It'll be 1,500 feet or more on a gradual slope to Camp 2, and 2,000 between that and the third camp, situated at the head of the Lhotse face. read more

Mount Everest is one of the toughest mountains to climb, so follow our five steps to the peak. First, you need to train. Next, there's a whole bunch of mountaineering gear to buy. read more