Can I get sponsored to climb Everest?

Yes, it’s expensive to climb the tallest of them all. A large piece of the cost is the permit fee: US 10.000 from the South side (normal route). Some climbers save up and pay the lot by themselves. Most climbers try to find sponsorship for parts of- (or better yet) the total cost.

How do you get sponsored for climbing?

How to Become a Sponsored Climber or get an Expedition…

1. Look at their website to find their values (to see how you align)
2. Look at their Instagram to see what type of content they post (to see how you could fit in)
3. Look at their blog to see if they feature guest posting (to see if this is a possible angle)

Do you get money for climbing Mount Everest?

Alan Arnette: The average price paid in 2017 [was] around $45,000. The price range for a standard supported climb ranges from $28,000 to $85,000. A fully custom climb will run over $115,000 and those extreme risk-takers can skimp by for well under $20,000.

How do you raise money for Everest?

Experienced climbers are able to fund their trips either through sponsorship or by charging clients to be guided with them. There are more expenses involved in summiting the Everest than just the cost of the airfare to the base, supplies, guides and porters.

How much does it cost to climb Mount Everest in Indian rupees?

Everest summit are becoming popular, not many know that it costs anywhere between ₹25 lakh and ₹50 lakh per person for the expedition.

What gear do I need to climb Mount Everest?

Sunscreen. Running shoes, high-altitude boots, hiking boots, insulated booties. Appropriate clothing for 60-day mountaineering trip with temperatures ranging from 30 °C to -30 °C.

How do climbers make money?

So, how do professional climbers make money? Sponsorships are the main way that professional climbers get paid. Other income can come from public speaking events, guiding, or books/movies. Instead, most climbers earn their money through sponsorships with various brands.

How much is Everest permit?

Before they can ever set foot on the mountain, a climber must first obtain a climbing permit from the government of Nepal or Tibet, depending on which route they’re climbing. For logistical and support purposes, most people climb the south side of Everest, in Nepal, where the permit costs $11,000.