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Climbing Mt. Everest Just Got Harder—Nepal Plans Crackdown Amidst Overcrowding, Deaths
If you want to climb the world’s tallest mountain, Nepal wants to see your résumé first. Turns out experience matters and for ...
A major change to who gets to climb Mount Everest could be coming
Following years of concern over the amount of climbers — both experienced and amateur — attempting to scale Mount Everest, a major change is in the works.
Nepal announces major rule change for anyone who wants to climb Everest
New bill criticised by international expedition organisers for only allowing certificates from Nepali mountain peaks ...
KZN man describes trek to Mount Everest's Base Camp: Battling Khumbu cough and other challenges
Despite returning with Khumbu cough from a trek to Mount Everest's base camp, a KwaZulu-Natal doctor says the trip has made ...
Getting to and From Mount Everest Is Harder than You Think
In his latest video, Ben Ayers takes us inside the topsy-turvy world of air travel in Nepal’s Mount Everest region ...
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Incoming law could stop inexperienced climbers from scaling Mount Everest in move to reduce deaths and overcrowding
Climbers hoping to scale the world's tallest mountain may need to climb another 7,000m+ peak in Nepal to receive a permit ...
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Over 400 climbers secure permits for Everest ascent this spring
Despite the inherent risks and challenges, enthusiasm for climbing Everest remains high. Among this season's aspirants is Tashi Gyaljen Sherpa of Solukhumbu, who aims to summit Everest four times ...
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Nepal's Higher Hurdles for Everest Aspirants: A Journey to Safer Summits
Nepal plans to implement new restrictions on climbers aiming to summit Mt. Everest. Mountaineers must now have experience ...