The cost to go to Everest depends on the type of experience you seek. Here’s a breakdown:
Climbing Mount Everest (Summit Expedition)
- Permit Costs
- Nepal: $11,000 per climber for the summit permit.
- Tibet (China): Around $9,500 for the permit.
- Guided Expedition Packages
- Budget Expeditions: $30,000–$40,000
- Mid-range Expeditions: $45,000–$60,000
- Luxury Expeditions: $70,000–$120,000
- Additional Costs
- Equipment: $8,000–$10,000 (gear like boots, oxygen tanks, and clothing).
- Travel (flights, transport): $2,000–$5,000.
- Insurance: $500–$1,500 for health, evacuation, and trip coverage.
- Training and preparation: Varies widely, depending on previous experience.
- Tips for Sherpas/Guides
- $2,000–$5,000 is standard for tipping support staff.
Trekking to Everest Base Camp (EBC)
The Everest base camp short trekking guidelines
- Guided Treks
- Budget trek (without flights): $1,500–$2,500.
- All-inclusive trek (with domestic flights, guides, porters, and meals): $2,500–$4,000.
- DIY Trekking
- Lodging and food: $20–$50 per day.
- Permit fees:
- Sagarmatha National Park Entry Permit: NPR 3,000 (≈$25).
- TIMS card (Trekker’s Information Management System): NPR 2,000 (≈$15).
