Autumn Climbing Season Opens in Nepal: 367 Permits Issued
Nepal opens the autumn 2026 climbing season: 367 climbers from 32 teams already permitted, 348 bound for Manaslu. What it means for your trip.
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Everest Climbers Association Elects New Leadership: Divas Pokharel Named President in Silver Jubilee Year
The Sagarmatha Aarohi Sangh (Mount Everest Climbing Association) elected Divas Pokharel as its new president on 25 August 2026, with strong Sherpa representation on the committee marking its silver jubilee year.
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Nepal Warned: Skilled Mountain Guides Leaving Country as Tourism Bill Debated
RSP lawmaker and record-holding mountaineer Mingma Gyabu Sherpa has warned that Nepal risks losing its skilled mountain guides to abroad unless the outdated Tourism Act of 1978 is replaced with fair wages and proper recognition for climbing professionals.
