Very lucrative!
How much do Sherpas make?
Today, Local guides are hired by climbing companies. Sherpa get paid the paltry amount of between $3,000-$5,000 US-Dollars for the climbing season, plus bonuses if they climb the Everest. https://www.staeudtner.com/allgemein/sherpa-salary-needs-to-increase-tenfold/
On a positive note, there are the Sherpas who are investing in themselves with IFMGA/UIAGM certifications and then deserving an almost double salary increase to $8,000 for their two month’s work on Everest, similar to what foreign mountains guide may earn. Oh, and one more area of interest is the emergence of ultra high-priced expeditions with all the luxuries of a first class seat or suite on a flight or cruise ship.
So, how much does it cost to climb Mount Everest? As I’ve said for years, the short answer is a car or at least $30,000 but most people pay about $45,000 and some as high as $130,000!
Here we go with a long and detailed look at 2019. As always, if you see a mistake or want to add something, please let me know.