Nepal Offers Free Climbing on 97 Himalayan Peaks to Boost Tourism
In a bid to attract adventure tourists and promote lesser-known mountain regions, Nepal has announced that climbers can scale 97 Himalayan peaks free of charge for the next two years. The initiative, unveiled by Nepal’s Tourism Department, aims to showcase the nation’s unexplored natural treasures and stimulate economic growth in its poorer, far-western provinces.
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While fee waivers reduce immediate earnings from permits, increased footfall can generate higher income through lodging, transport, guides, and local services. Expected to create job opportunities in guiding, hospitality, and mountaineering logistics in underdeveloped provinces. Offers cost savings to climbers, potentially attracting budget-conscious adventurers and mountaineering clubs.
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