How much does it cost to climb Mount Everest?

Understanding the costs of climbing Mount Everest with Furtenbach Adventures

Furtenbach Adventures provides three primary styles of Everest expeditions – Classic expeditions and Flash™ expeditions. And finally, our privately guided Everest Signature expedition with a maximum of safety and comfort. Each expedition style offers a unique approach to conquering the world’s highest peak, tailored to meet different climbers’ needs and preferences.

Costs of Everest expeditions

Why is an Everest Expedition so expensive?

Climbing Mount Everest involves extensive preparation, high-quality equipment, experienced guides, experienced Sherpas and strict safety measures, all of which contribute to the overall cost.

• Permits:

  Climbing permits are a considerable cost factor that must be paid to the respective state (China/Nepal). The fees collected are utilized for nature conservation projects and to support tourism in Nepal. Additionally, there is a route fee for fixed ropes, a waste disposal fee, a national park fee and other government fees for each climber.

• Logistics and Support:

  Organizing an expedition to Everest is a mammoth logistical endeavor. It involves transporting climbing gear, food and other essentials to base camp and higher camps, setting up and maintaining these camps, ensuring that climbers have access to comfortable accommodations and nutritious food throughout their journey. The cost also covers the coordination of these logistics, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently.

• Safety and Equipment:

  The extreme altitude and harsh conditions of Mount Everest necessitate the use of specialized high-altitude climbing gear, medical supplies and emergency evacuation services. This includes the provision of supplemental oxygen, which is a critical factor in the success of the ascent. Investing in the highest quality safety equipment and services significantly increases the expedition’s cost but is essential for ensuring the well-being of everyone involved.

• Oxygen and oxygen logistics:

  Supplemental oxygen is not just a comfort but a necessity for survival on Everest. The logistics of ensuring a reliable supply of oxygen for climbers throughout their ascent, including spare tanks at higher camps, contribute significantly to the expedition’s cost. This is one of the main factors that can determine the success of a summit attempt and the safety of the climbers. Oxygen is one of the biggest cost factors on Everest.

• Expert Guidance:

  Furtenbach Adventures distinguishes itself with a team of some of the most experienced and skilled Western guides and Sherpas in the industry. These experts have extensive knowledge of Everest and are committed to providing the best support, guidance, and strategies to maximize the chances of a successful summit. Their expertise is crucial in navigating the complexities of Everest, from route finding to dealing with high-altitude health issues.

• Fair Wages, Insurance, and Equipment for Staff:

  Ensuring that all team members, including the invaluable Sherpas, are compensated fairly and have access to the best possible equipment and insurance is a priority for Furtenbach Adventures. This ethical stance not only contributes to the expedition’s cost but also underlines our commitment to responsible and sustainable climbing practices. We are pioneers in conducting environmentally friendly Everest expeditions, striving to minimize our carbon footprint and preserve the pristine beauty of the Himalayas for future generations.

Climbing Everest is an investment in an extraordinary life experience. Furtenbach Adventures is committed to providing the highest level of service and support to make this dream a reality for our climbers. For detailed pricing and to discuss the best expedition option for you, please contact us.

Classic Expeditions

Our Classic expeditions are designed for climbers who prefer the traditional style of climbing to the summit. These expeditions include:

• Shortened expedition duration to 6 weeks instead of the usual 9 weeks due tp pre-acclimatization
• Climbing permits issued by the respective government (Nepal/Tibet)
• Round-trip transportation between Basecamp and Kathmandu
• Accommodation and meals throughout the expedition
• Experienced, certified western mountain guides and expedition leaders
• Experienced Climbing Sherpas and support staff
• Western doctor
• Western chef
• 1:1 client to Sherpa ratio on summit day
• 8:1 client to western guide ratio
• Small group size for increased safety and higher success rate
• Cozy, heated group tent at base camp and ABC
• Equipment for a comfortable stay at base camp (shower tent, toilet tent, dining tent, etc.)
• Latest oxygen system from industry leader Summit Oxygen
• Minimum of 8 oxygen bottles for each climber
• Spare oxygen system for each climber
• Safety and liability of an EU based tour operator

Flash™ Expeditions

The Flash™ expedition represent our premium offering, utilizing pre-acclimatization techniques to significantly reduce the time spent on the mountain without compromising safety or success rates. These expeditions feature:

• Reduced expedition duration (3 weeks only) due to pre-acclimatization
• Pre-acclimatization program at home using hypoxic tents and a personalized acclimatization protocol
• Permit for 6000er peak for acclimatization incl. helicopter shuttle
• Climbing permits issued by the respective government (Nepal/Tibet)
• Round-trip transportation between Basecamp and Kathmandu
• Accommodation and meals throughout the expedition
• Experienced, certified western mountain guides and expedition leaders
• Experienced Climbing Sherpas and support staff
• 2:1 Sherpa to client ratio on summit day
• 4:1 Client to western guide ratio
• Unlimited oxygen for each climber
• Latest oxygen system from industry leader Summit Oxygen
• Spare oxygen system for each climber
• Free coached training plan by Uphill Athlete
• Emergency medical oxygen
• Western doctor
• Western chef
• Safety and liability of an EU based tour operator
• Small group size for increased safety and higher success rate
• Cozy, heated group tent at base camp and Advanced Basecamp
• Equipment for a comfortable stay at base camp (shower tent, toilet tent, dining tent, etc.)

Everest Signature Expedition

Climbing Mount Everest in three weeks with your personal dedicated IFMGA/AMGA guide – 1:1 ratio, with maximum support, the best possible safety and in supreme comfort.

We offer our Everest Signature Expedition from the North and the South side – so you can choose your preferred route.

• All services of our Everest Flash™ expedition e. a minimized expedition duration of just 3 weeks through pre-acclimatization, as well as the following private services:
• Full support (including throughout the pre-expedition preparation phase)
• Private mentoring from Lukas Furtenbach
• Personalized training plan put together by a professional Sports Physiologist
• Personalized nutrition plan and consultation with a certified High-Performance Sports Dietician
• Pre-expedition medical consultation by a High-Altitude Doctor
• Private IFMGA / AMGA mountain guide for the duration of the whole expedition
• 2 personal Climbing Sherpas with a minimum of 5 Everest ascents to their name
• Premium accommodation in Kathmandu/Chengdu and Lhasa
• 80 m2 heated dome tent with private bathroom in basecamp
• VIP transfers
• Unlimited supplemental oxygen
• Unlimited medical advice from the team doctor
• Video footage and photographs of your expedition
• Global Rescue Membership for Evacuation and Rescue