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Records & People

Everest's busiest season ever: a record 1,008 summits in spring 2026

Nepal's Department of Tourism has confirmed the most successful Everest season on record — including 274 summits in a single day.

Laxman Rawal · 10h ago

Industry & Tourism

A record 494 permits and a higher royalty pushed Everest climbing revenue past NPR 1 billion this spring.

11h ago · Laxman Rawal

Records & People

The Everest record-holder extends his own mark, while Lhakpa Sherpa sets a women's record with an 11th ascent.

13h ago · Laxman Rawal

Permits & Rules

Solo travellers can now get restricted-area permits without forming a group of two, as Nepal moves to a digital, guide-linked TIMS.

17h ago · Laxman Rawal

Industry & Tourism

Foreign arrivals climbed double digits in early 2026, with the country eyeing 1.3 to 1.5 million visitors.

1d ago · Laxman Rawal

Flights & Access

In peak season, Everest flights shift to Manthali (Ramechhap) — here is how to plan the drive and the early start.

1d ago · Laxman Rawal

Trail & Weather

While the rest of Nepal gets wet, the rain-shadow north stays dry: roughly 30 mm of rain versus Pokhara's 300 mm.

1d ago · Laxman Rawal