This year marks the 60th anniversary of the first ascent of Everest, and to mark the date, the Everest Marathon is set for May 29 featuring three programs: Full marathon ($2,350), half marathon ($2,350) and the non-runner itinerary ($2,150).
Registration is still open for the three-week holiday (May 16-June 3) plans. Runners can opt for the full marathon (42.195km), which include a sightseeing tour in the Nepalese capital Kathmandu as well as a 14-day hike (May 18-May 31) to the marathon starting point on May 29 (with full medical supervision), plus a climb up the 5,545-meter Kala Patthar peak featuring clear views of nearby Everest. The half marathon program includes a shorter 22km run on race day and non-runners do a 7km trek on race day.
Read more at the Everest Marathon website.
