Kathmandu, Nepal – A total of 637 mountaineers from 68 expedition teams have received permission to climb 18 different mountains in Nepal during the autumn 2026 climbing season, according to the Department of Tourism.
The figures include 474 male and 163 female climbers, reflecting continued interest in Nepal’s Himalayan expedition opportunities during the autumn season. The Department of Tourism has collected Rs 238.5 million in royalty from the climbing permits issued so far.
Manaslu Attracts the Highest Number of Climbers
Mt. Manaslu remains the most sought-after expedition peak this autumn, with 500 climbers from 43 teams receiving permission to attempt the mountain. The Department of Tourism has collected Rs 225.85 million in royalty from Manaslu expeditions, accounting for a significant share of the total climbing revenue.
The high number of permits for Manaslu highlights its continued popularity among international mountaineers. Standing at 8,163 metres, Manaslu is one of Nepal’s eight-thousand-metre peaks and is a major attraction during the autumn climbing season.
Other Mountains Open for Autumn Expeditions
Besides Manaslu, climbers have also received permits for several other Himalayan peaks. According to the Department of Tourism, 34 climbers have received permission to climb Dhaulagiri I, while 20 climbers have permits for the Putha Himchuli expedition.
Other mountains with approved climbing permits include:
Nepal’s Autumn Mountaineering Season
Autumn is traditionally one of Nepal’s main seasons for Himalayan mountaineering, with generally favourable conditions attracting expedition teams from different parts of the world. The permits issued for 18 mountains this season demonstrate continued demand for climbing and expedition activities in the Nepal Himalayas.
The Department of Tourism continues to manage climbing permits, collect expedition royalties, and regulate mountaineering activities across Nepal’s major peaks.
For mountaineers and expedition organizers, Nepal offers a wide range of Himalayan climbing opportunities, from popular eight-thousand-metre peaks to technical and less-crowded mountains. The autumn season remains an important period for Nepal’s mountaineering and adventure tourism industry.
