The Nepalese authorities have prepared a bill that provides for issuing permits to climb Everest only to experienced climbers. It is proposed to allow only those who have previously conquered at least one Himalayan “seven-thousander” to climb.
The initiative appeared as a reaction to the growing commercialization of mountaineering: wealthy but inexperienced amateurs, having paid significant sums, take risks for the sake of the view from the summit, which leads to dangerously congested routes, including the “death zone” – an area with extremely low oxygen levels.
If the law is passed, participants will have to confirm their ascent of a mountain higher than 7,000 meters in the Himalayas, and also be sure to take a Nepalese guide on the team.
In addition, from September 2025 the cost of permits will increase: in the spring season (April–May) along the route via the South Col, the price will increase from $11,000 to $15,000. There will also be new rates during less busy periods – $7,500 from September to November and $3,750 in the winter months (December to February).
Source: travelworld.biz