Mount Everest: Nepal hits climbers with higher permit fees

The price to climb the world's tallest peak will soon increase for the first time in almost a decade.

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From September, those seeking to summit the world's tallest mountain during peak season will have to pay $15,000 (£12,180), a 36% rise on the longstanding fee of $11,000, officials said on Wednesday.

Fees for those wanting to climb outside the peak April to May period will also increase by the same percentage - meaning it will cost $7,500 during September to November, and $3,750 during December to February.

Income from permit fees is a key source of revenue for Nepal, with mountain climbing and trekking contributing more than 4% to the country's economy.

Mountaineering experts often criticise Nepal's government for allowing too many climbers on Everest, however, with about 300 permits to the mountain issued per year.

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