Nepal waives permit fees for 97 peaks in remote Karnali and Sudurpaschim
Summary
Nepal has waived permit fees for 97 peaks in its remote Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces for two years to boost adventure tourism and economic activity in these under-explored regions, offering climbers new challenges on many virgin summits.
Key Points
- Nepal's government waived permit fees for 97 peaks in Karnali and Sudurpaschim provinces for two years to promote adventure tourism.
- The waiver applies to mountains ranging from 5,870 to 7,132 metres, including peaks like Saipal, Api, and Api West.
- New rules mandate climbers to summit a 7,000-metre peak before attempting Everest, boosting interest in these remote mountains.
- Local stakeholders emphasize the need for improved access, infrastructure, and marketing to maximize the potential of these scenic but under-visited regions.
