Here is a list of the main clothing and equipment that Edmund Hillary and the other members of the British Mount Everest Expedition used in 1953. They would also be required to bring personal things with them too.
Clothing
Mountaineering Suit Mid-Layer Base Layers Hat Face/Neck Gaiter Eyewear Boots
Equipment
Tent Sleeping Bag Ice Axe Crampons Backpack Oxygen System Trip Journal Camera Two-Way Communication
Mount Everest will always be a hard mountain to climb. But with all the improvements that have been made in not only equipment, but technology and communication for climbers, they can stay safer while on their dangerous climb to reach the summit of Mount Everest. Take a look at the article in the link.
It takes around 40 days to climb Mount Everest, allowing for the weather and aclimatization.
they take little lightweight "stoves"
Edmund Hillary and Tenzig Norgay climbed Mount Everest in 7 weeks in 1953
March, April and May are considered the best times to climb Mount Everest because this is when the weather is at its best. At the end of May, early June the monsoon hits Mount Everest making it near impossible to climb. Take a look at the link I have given for more facts about the weather on Mount Everest.
At least two weeks.
it takes about 2 months in the best conditions
Since 1953 clothing and equipment needed to climb Mount Everest has changed a lot. Take a look at the article in the link given to see what Edmund Hillary would of worn and the equipment he used.
There are many tools and other items you need before attempting to climb Mount Everest. Take a look at the list in the link.
Anyone can climb Mount Everest if you are over 16 and have high altitude climbing experience. Today most companys will not take anyone on unless you have experience and the money to pay for your part of the expedition.
It can take up to 60 days to reach the summit of Mount Everest. It depends on the weather and you also must allow time for your body to adapt to the high altitudes.
1 month and 23 days