Everest 2026: Garrett Madison Podcast from Camp 2, 2 More Deaths

The season total is well over 700.

More to Come

By my count, I’m predicting 800 total summit attempts, so with 700 completed, that leaves around 100-150 to go, maybe less. Look for more from Madison Mountaineering and AAI, both of which moved to the Col today, targeting May 25 for the summit. Garret told me the Icefall Docs will remove the ladders on May 29, so the clock is ticking.

Nepal Permit Update

As of May 15, 2026, Nepal has issued 1,181 climbing permits to 142 teams across 30 peaks, bringing in $8.43 million US dollars in permit fees, with Everest accounting for $10.7 million. Everest climbers are from 55 countries. China has the most climbers at 109, followed by the U.S. at 77, India at 61 and the UK at 32. There are 105 female climbers on Everest this season. This is the current tally for the 8000ers. 

The season total is well over 700.

More to Come

By my count, I’m predicting 800 total summit attempts, so with 700 completed, that leaves around 100-150 to go, maybe less. Look for more from Madison Mountaineering and AAI, both of which moved to the Col today, targeting May 25 for the summit. Garret told me the Icefall Docs will remove the ladders on May 29, so the clock is ticking.

Nepal Permit Update

As of May 15, 2026, Nepal has issued 1,181 climbing permits to 142 teams across 30 peaks, bringing in $8.43 million US dollars in permit fees, with Everest accounting for $10.7 million. Everest climbers are from 55 countries. China has the most climbers at 109, followed by the U.S. at 77, India at 61 and the UK at 32. There are 105 female climbers on Everest this season. This is the current tally for the 8000ers.