204 climbers from 45 countries receive permits KATHMANDU, SEPETEMBER 3 Mountaineering expeditions for the Autumn 2025 season have generated a total of USD 504,150 (equivalent to Rs 70,687,565) in royalties, according to the Department of Tourism. High-Level Nepali delegation visits Israel for Muni Expo 2025 and Urban Development Exchange Diamonds worth over Rs 20 million seized in Kathmandu; Four Indian nationals arrested The report, released on Tuesday and signed by Section Officer Sharmila Banjade, shows that 204 climbers (161 men and 43 women) across 21 expedition teams have received permits to attempt 10 different mountains this season. The highest number of climbers are targeting Manaslu (8,163m), with 12 teams comprising 162 climbers, which alone contributed USD 486,000 (Rs 68.1 million) in royalties. While one person team is climbing Mt Everest this season. Other peaks attracting expeditions include Nuptse, Lhotse, Himlung Himal, Khayang, Chhuama Peak II, Lhayul Peak, Api, and Kumbhakarna (Jannu). In terms of nationality, climbers from 45 countries have received permits. China leads with 34 climbers, followed by Poland (25 climbers), Nepal (22), France and Russia (10 each), and the United States (13). Smaller groups have come from countries such as Argentina, Canada, Japan, Spain, and Australia. The Department confirmed that while some peaks such as Lhayul Peak and Api Himal attracted teams, no royalties were levied for these expeditions. Both peaks, located in Far Western Nepal, are among the 97 for which the government waived climbing permit fees this year.