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Qatari Princess Al Thani’s last-minute cancellation ends exclusive Shishapangma expedition

2025-09-18T17:02

There will be no expeditions on Mount Shishapangma this season after a high-profile climber cancelled her planned exclusive ascent of the world’s fourteenth-highest mountain in Tibet, sources have confirmed.

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Mountain guide training program presses on in Api Himal following weather setback

2025-09-17T22:36

Travel & Leisure

Nepal’s timeless allure persists amid recovery efforts

2025-09-19T11:55

For travelers dreaming of Himalayan peaks, tranquil lakes, and vibrant culture, Nepal remains very much open for exploration.

Travel & Leisure

Nepal highlights resilient tourism at Asia Fair in Dhaka

2025-09-19T16:27

Nepal highlighted its tourism resilience and rich travel offerings at the 12th Asia Tourism Fair 2025, which opened Thursday in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

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Nepal Mountaineering Association defends Api Himal Guide Training, clarifies accreditation, safety concerns

2025-09-19T18:18

In response to recent reports, the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) has issued a statement defending the safety and accreditation standards of its ongoing mountain guide training program in the Api Himal region.

Travel & Leisure

Heavy rains trigger landslides, disrupting key highways and holiday travel

2025-09-20T17:03

Continuous monsoon rains have unleashed landslides across Nepal, blocking major highways and stranding travelers just as the autumn trekking season and Dashain festival travel surge begin.

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NepalNOW Campaign rallies tourism industry to show Nepal is open and welcoming

2025-09-20T17:33

The Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) has called on the country’s tourism community to unite behind “NepalNOW,” a new campaign designed to reassure global travellers that Nepal is safe, open, and ready for visitors.

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Manaslu Summit route opens as six Sherpas make season’s first summit

2025-09-20T23:03

At least six rope-fixing Sherpas successfully stood atop Mt. Manaslu on Saturday, becoming the first team to climb the world's eighth-highest peak in the autumn season, according to the expedition organizer.

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By Foot in Chitwan - Exploring Nepal’s first national park

2025-09-21T13:33

The leech-proof socks on my feet had captured all my attention, which wasn’t a good thing while trekking in the jungle.

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Autumn climbing season draw 513 mountaineers, Rs 170.68mln in royalties; Manaslu leads permit tally

2025-09-21T22:28

Nepal’s celebrated autumn mountaineering season is in full swing, with 513 climbers from 60 expeditions receiving permits as of September 21, generating NPR 170.68 million in royalties, according to the Department of Tourism.