Everest, without the fluff
Ever wonder
about Everest?
Like what altitude actually does to a human body. Or why it took 32 years and six expeditions to climb it the first time. Real, sourced answers — plus honest trek planning and gear, for anyone actually going.
See Everest by the numbers →- Elevation
- 29,031.7 ft / 8,848.86 m
- Season status
- Curated seasonally
- Typical EBC trek cost
- $1,200–$2,500
see Conditions for the current “as of” date
Tea House, guided — luxury/heli cost more
Everest by the numbers
History, geology, physiology, weather — the real story behind the mountain, sourced and dated.
Read the facts →Plan the trek
Tea House, Luxury Lodge, or Helicopter Return — compare real itinerary styles before you book.
See the EBC trek guide →Get outfitted
A curated packing list and the insurance every trekker actually needs at altitude.
Browse gear →