Everest Poker Rakeback

Everest Poker is arguably one of the largest and most popular poker rooms outside of the US market (it doesn't currently accept US players), which is something of an achievement when you consider that it isn't part of one of the big poker networks. The entire traffic population - between 15,000 and 35,000 daily - is entirely home grown. Wherever you come from, you'll probably feel welcome as the site is available in 16 different languages - the default is French - and has a killer VIP programme with regular rewards.

Rather than a match deposit bonus, Everest Poker offers a flat $200 bonus for signing up. The bonus is released as you accrue player points through regular play. New players are also signed up for a $1,000 freeroll tournament once they've made their first deposit. Apart from these offers, Everest is constantly running different promotions such as regular $2,500 freerolls, holiday getaways, and free seats in the World Series of Poker tournament.

Everest Poker is technically part of the Grand Virtual network, but it's the only client on there. The software itself is clean and lightweight, requiring only a 300Mhz computer to play (anything from around 2001 onwards should be fine). It's easy to use, but its only available for users of Microsoft Windows computers. Mac users have reported success running the software under Boot Camp.

The type of poker gaming you find at Everest Poker may seem limited compared to some other sites, but their success is largely based on their focus on the most popular games. Therefore, you will find two major poker games being played here: Texas Hold'em and Omaha. Everest Poker offers both cash (or ring) games, and a multitude of rich tournament action. There are constant sit and go games getting underway, but there is also a strong selection of regular scheduled tournaments. Highlights of the week include daily games that offer guaranteed prize pools of up to $5,000 on relatively low buy-ins, and of course, the Sunday $100,000 game which you can buy into for just $200.

You'll be able to fund your Everest Poker account using one of the following methods: Most major credit cards, NETeller, MoneyBookers, EntroPay, Click2Pay and PaySafeCard. You can withdraw to any of the above sources with the exception of PaySafeCard, and you can also request a cheque.

Everest Poker does offer good customer support, but it may seem obtuse to a newcomer. Live chat is available around the clock, and if you'd like email support you have to fill in a form - they're not handing out the address. Telephonic support is also available 24/7, but it's only for members of the VIP club.

Rakeback isn't directly supported at Everest Poker, although it is available. To achieve a rakeback from this site, sign up using this link, and join the VIP program.

The Everest Poker VIP program includes a rakeback system, but is tiered. The more you play at Everest Poker, the higher effective percentage of rakeback you earn.