1,400 plus climbers secure autumn permits as Nepal earns Rs 318 million
Summary
Nepal has issued autumn climbing permits to 1,410 mountaineers from 76 countries for 44 peaks, generating Rs 318.05 million in royalties. Manaslu drew the most climbers, while Dhaulagiri I, Himlung Himal and Ama Dablam also attracted major expeditions.
Key Points
- A total of 1,410 mountaineers from 76 countries received permits to climb 44 peaks in Nepal this autumn.
- The government collected Rs 318.05 million in royalties from the permits, according to the Department of Tourism.
- Manaslu attracted the highest number of climbers, with 500 mountaineers from 43 teams and Rs 225.85 million in royalties.
- Permits were also issued for peaks including Dhaulagiri I, Himlung Himal, Ama Dablam and Makalu.
