The cost of reaching the Everest summit can range from 35,000 to 100,000, depending on the expedition company and the services provided.
Apa Sherpa has reached the summit the most, an amazing 21 times.Apa Sherpa holds the current record for reaching the summit of Mount Everest 21 times.
It is the tallest mountain on the planet, reaching 29,029ft at its summit.
After reaching the summit of Mount Everest with Edmund Hillary in 1953 Tenzing did not climb the mountain again.
Edmund Hillary is famous for being the first person to reach the summit of Mount Everest.
Edmund Hillary climbed Mount Everest in 1953 reaching the summit on the 29th May.
People from all over the world go to Mount Everest every year to try and fulfil their dream by reaching its summit
You do not have to be a certain weight to climb Mount Everest, however, if you are slim and fit you will have a better chance reaching the summit.
By reaching the summit of Mount Everest Erik Weihenmayer proved that you can do the impossable no matter what disability you have. Erik was blind when he got to the summit.
I expect that Edmund Hillary was joyful for reaching the summit and a little sad that his journey to the top of the world has reached its end.
Hillary reached the summit of Mt Everest on 29 May 1953 along with the Sherpa guide, Tenzing Norgay.
No Sherpa's do not have to guide you on Mount Everest, you can climb solo (alone). However, you stand more chance reaching the summit with a Sherpa because of their knowledge and strength.
Edmund Hillary's goal while climbing Mount Everest was to have a good go at reaching the summit with Tenzing Norgay. He knew there were things in his way high up on the mountain but he was determined to find a successful route to the summit.