Nepal Mountaineering Association

18/08/2026

Commencement of the 2nd edition of the Summer Skill Course for Professional Mountain Guide (PMG) Training

The 2nd edition of the Summer Skills Course for Professional Mountain Guide (PMG) Training, organized by the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) in collaboration with the Sustainable Tourism Project (STP) - a joint initiative of the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and UNDP Nepal - officially commenced today at the NMA Secretariat in Nagpokhari, Naxal.

The training was formally inaugurated by NMA President Mr. Fur Gelje Sherpa during an official ceremony. On the occasion, NMA General Secretary Mr. Rajendra Bahadur Lama, Treasurer Ms. Sumi Lama, Central Secretariat Member and Convener of the Training and Expedition Committee Mr. Furi Geljen Sherpa, and Executive Board Member and Training and Expedition Committee Member Mr. Dawa Tashi Sherpa extended their best wishes to all participants and the training team for a successful and productive program.

The 40-day Summer Skill Training, scheduled from 16 August to 24 September 2026, will be conducted in Kathmandu and Kanchenjunga, Taplejung. The course forms an integral part of the 1,696-hour Professional Mountain Guide (PMG) curriculum, approved by the Council for Technical Education and Vocational Training (CTEVT).

The participants will begin with theoretical classes and preparatory sessions in Kathmandu before heading to the Kanchenjunga region in the coming days for intensive field-based training.

The Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) believes that this comprehensive training will contribute significantly to developing highly skilled and professional mountain guides, strengthening Nepal’s human resources and further supporting the sustainable growth of the country’s mountain tourism sector.

Best wishes to all participants and the training team for a safe, successful, and enriching training journey!

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18/08/2026

The Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) extends its warmest congratulations and best wishes to Mr. Bharat Jung Pandey, newly elected President, and to the entire newly elected Executive Committee of the Nepal Association of Tour & Travel Agents (NATTA).

We are confident that, under the new leadership, NATTA will continue to play a vital role in strengthening Nepal’s tourism industry.

The NMA looks forward to continued collaboration with the new leadership in promoting Nepal’s mountain and adventure tourism, advocating for progressive and industry-friendly policies, fostering greater cooperation among tourism stakeholders, and enhancing Nepal’s position as a premier destination in the international tourism market.

We wish newly elected President Mr. Pandey and the entire Executive Committee a successful, productive, and impactful tenure, and look forward to working together toward a stronger, more sustainable, and globally competitive tourism industry in Nepal.

Heartiest congratulations and best wishes for a successful tenure!

Fur Gelje Sherpa
President & NMA family

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17/08/2026

Congratulations to all the selected candidates for the 2nd Summer Skill Course for Professional Mountain Guide Training, scheduled to take place from August 16 to September 24, 2026, in Kathmandu and Kanchenjunga, Taplejung.

Please refer to the notice posted below for further details.

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13/08/2026

Notice!

The 2nd Summer Skill Course for Professional Mountain Guide Training - 2026, which was previously adjourned due to technical reasons, has been rescheduled and will recommence on Monday, 17th August 2026 (1st Bhadra 2083).

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13/08/2026

Final Tribute to Our Brave Mountaineering Heroes

The Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) paid its final respects to three renowned and courageous Nepali mountaineers who tragically lost their lives in the Broad Peak avalanche on 30 July 2026.

On behalf of the NMA, President Mr. Fur Gelje Sherpa and General Secretary Mr. Rajendra Bahadur Lama (Rajendra Lama) paid their final tribute by draping the NMA flag over the mortal remains of the fallen climbers.

NMA First Vice President Mr. Mingma David Sherpa, who also serves as an Honorable Member of Parliament, extended final respects on behalf of the Government of Nepal by draping the National Flag over the mortal remains.

The mortal remains of three of the fallen mountaineers, Mr. Kilu Pemba Sherpa “Killu,” Mr. Gyalu Sherpa, and Mr. Nima Sherpa, were brought to Kathmandu from Pakistan via Doha last Tuesday. All three were members of this season’s Broad Peak expedition.

Ten mountaineers were swept away and tragically lost their lives in the devastating avalanche. The mortal remains of Mr. Pur Bahadur Gurung “Yukta” have already been brought back to Nepal and cremated. The mortal remains of renowned mountaineer Mr. Nirmal Purja “Nims Dai” have also been taken to the United Kingdom.

The Nepal Mountaineering Association joins the entire mountaineering community in mourning this profound and heartbreaking loss. We extend our deepest and heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families, friends, colleagues, and all those who knew and loved these courageous mountaineers.

Their courage, dedication, and contribution to the world of mountaineering will never be forgotten.

Rest in peace, legends.

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Furi G Sherpa
Madhu Dhamala
Bikram Karki Karki

06/08/2026

Final respects have been paid to renowned mountaineer Pur Bahadur Gurung "Yukta" today at the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) Secretariat in Nagpokhari, Naxal, after his mortal remains were brought to Kathmandu from Pakistan via Dubai.

Mr. Gurung, a 10-time Everest summiteer and an International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IFMGA)-certified Mountain Guide, was among the 10 climbers who were tragically swept away by an avalanche during a Broad Peak expedition in Pakistan last Wednesday. He was also Vice President of NMA's Gandaki Province Committee and a member of the NMA's Manang Mountaineering School Committee.

https://nepalmountaineering.org/final-respects-paid-to-late-pur-bahadur-gurung

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06/08/2026

The President of the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA), Mr. Fur Gelje Sherpa, held a productive meeting today with Ms. Anastasia Khokhlova, Counsellor of the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Nepal and Director of the Russian House in Kamalpokhari, at the NMA Secretariat in Nagpokhari, Naxal.

The meeting focused on the establishment of a Russian Corner at the International Mountain Museum (IMM) in Gharipatan, Pokhara, Kaski. Both the Embassy of the Russian Federation in Nepal and the Nepal Mountaineering Association expressed their commitment to working closely together and continuing discussions to finalize the concept, scope, and implementation of the proposed Russian Corner at the IMM.

This initiative is expected to further strengthen cultural ties and promote greater collaboration between Nepal and the Russian Federation through the shared appreciation of mountain heritage, exploration, and culture.

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Embassy of Russia in Nepal / Посольство России в Непале

05/08/2026

Heartfelt Respect, Gratitude, and Salute to All the Heroes Behind the Scenes!

On behalf of the Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA), I extend my deepest respect, heartfelt gratitude, and highest salute to all the unsung heroes who worked tirelessly behind the scenes following the tragic Broad Peak avalanche.

To the search and rescue teams, helicopter crews, mountaineers, medical personnel, security agencies, concerned government authorities, international partner organizations, media professionals, and everyone who contributed directly or indirectly under extremely challenging terrain, harsh weather conditions, and life-threatening circumstances - your courage, dedication, and selfless service deserve our highest admiration and appreciation.

Your bravery, unwavering commitment, professional excellence, and humanitarian spirit have inspired the global mountaineering community. Behind every visible achievement lies the tireless and often unseen effort of countless individuals whose dedication made every rescue and recovery mission possible.

We pay our heartfelt tribute to all the brave mountaineers who lost their lives in this tragic disaster. We also extend our deepest condolences to their families, loved ones, and the entire mountaineering community. At the same time, we reaffirm our enduring respect and appreciation for every individual who demonstrated extraordinary courage, service, and commitment throughout this mission.

To every hero behind the scenes—your contribution will be remembered by history.

With profound respect, heartfelt gratitude, and our highest salute.

Rajendra Bahadur Lama
General Secretary
Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA)

Here is a brief profile of renowned climbers who put their lives at risk while retrieving the bodies of climbers from the treacherous slopes of Broad Peak on August 5.

05/08/2026

We kindly request everyone available to be present at the airport to pay our final respects and express condolences to the bereaved family.

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02/08/2026

Condolence statement on behalf of
Nepal Mountaineering Association (NMA) on the tragic loss of the climbers in the devastating avalanche on Broad Peak, Pakistan.