Kathmandu, Nepal: Nepal has officially concluded its spring mountaineering season, recording robust international participation, notable achievements, and significant revenue generation.
According to the Department of Tourism, a total of 1,195 climbers from Nepal and abroad obtained permits to scale 31 mountains across the country, including Mount Everest, the world’s highest peak.
Mount Everest remained the primary attraction, with 495 climbers from 56 countries securing permits for the ascent. Of these, 390 were men and 105 were women, while 44 climbers were Nepali nationals.
In addition to the climbers, more than 1,000 guides and support staff successfully reached various summits during the season, underscoring the vital role played by Nepal’s experienced mountaineering workforce.
China accounted for the largest number of Everest climbers, with 159 permit holders. The United States followed with 152 climbers, while India had 101. Other countries with notable representation included Germany (75), the United Kingdom (74), and Russia (70).
The season was marked by remarkable individual accomplishments. Veteran Nepali mountaineer Kami Rita Sherpa extended his own world record by summiting Mount Everest for the 32nd time. Similarly, Lhakpa Sherpa set a new milestone among female climbers with her 11th successful ascent of the peak.
The government earned approximately Rs 1.26 billion in climbing royalties during the spring season, with Mount Everest contributing the largest share of the revenue.
Officials described the season as a success, highlighting smooth operations, high global interest, and Nepal’s continued prominence as a leading destination for mountaineering and adventure tourism.
