Nearly 1,200 climbers attempting ascents of various Himalayan peaks during spring Season
▸ Part of: Nepal Issues 1,181 Climbing Permits for Spring Season, Everest Dominates
Nearly 1,200 climbers from 79 countries are attempting to ascend Himalayan peaks this spring season, with 494 permits issued for Mount Everest alone. The Department of Tourism has collected Rs 1.25 billion in royalties, primarily from Everest expeditions. Americans and Chinese climbers form the largest groups. The cost for an Everest climbing permit is US$15,000, with total expedition costs ranging from US$45,000 to US$50,000 per person.
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