How long does it take to climb mount Everest and back down?

Answer 1

It can take anything from 1 to 3 days to get back to base camp from the summit. A lot depends on how you are feeling once you arrive back at top camp after the summit. Some stay there for a night to rest, others come down to the camp below.

Answer 2

You do not just arrive at the base of Mount Everest and start climbing. To reach the summit of Mount Everest can take anywhere between 4 to 8 weeks. You have to allow time for your body to acclimatize to the high altitude by climbing high then descending low, then you must wait for the right weather window to allow you to climb to the summit and back safely.

Answer 3

To reach the summit of Mount Everest can take anywhere between 5 to 8 weeks. You need to aclimatize on the mountain before going for the summit. You must also allow for illness, the weather etc that will play a big part in your climb.

Answer 4

To reach the summit of Mount Everest can take anywhere between 4 to 8 weeks. You have to allow time for your body to acclimatize to the high altitude, then you must wait for the right weather window to allow you to climb to the summit and back safely.

Answer 5

it would take about four days starting at the base camp. :) the record time is about 16 hours from the north side.

Ellys :)

Answer 6

Varies been done in less than a day can take 7- 10 days it depends on the weather average may be five days

Answer 7

To descend from the summit of Mount Everest to Base Camp can take anywhere between 1 to 3 days. It depends on your fitness and the weather.