For trekkers in Nepal, sherpas carry almost all of your gear, except for a small day bag which may have your camera and a bottle of water.
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How much does a Sherpa earn for getting you up the everest? While a Western guide can make about $50,000 per season, Sherpas only earn about $2,000 to $5,000 per season, with bonuses if they reach the summit. That's far more than the $48 average monthly salary in Nepal, but the job is also tremendously dangerous.
Sherpas — sure-footed Nepalese mountaineers — are the invaluable guides to thrill-seeking climbers itching to reach Everest's summit. They trek through extreme elements while carrying packs that weigh about 22 pounds. The perils of the mountain itself are infamous.
Do Sherpas climb Everest without oxygen ? Even though Sherpas acclimate to thinner air more quickly than other climbers, they still require supplemental oxygen. In the 'death zone,' Sherpas still lack oxygen, therefore supplemental oxygen is essential.