Trekkers and Climbers Stranded Amid Pakistan Permit Dispute » Explorersweb

Trekkers and Climbers Stranded Amid Pakistan Permit Dispute » Explorersweb

The bitter dispute between Pakistani Authorities and local outfitters over 300 percent price increases for trekking and climbing permits has not settled down. In fact, the conflict has worsened. Some travelers have already lost their vacations because the government is not issuing permits until the issue is resolved. Stakeholders worry that the unprecedented increase will scare away potential visitors. Some then took the case before the Chief Co…