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Why climbing Mount Everest is so expensive
By Business InsiderPublished : Sept. 16, 2024 - 10:23
For many, climbing Mount Everest is the adventure of a lifetime. Each year, adventurers shell out tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars for the privilege of attempting the world’s highest peak. But climbing the mountain is risky, and 2023 was the deadliest season on record. So why is climbing Mount Everest so expensive? And given the risks involved, should it cost more than it does?