Introduction: The Himalayas are a vital region that facilitates mountain tourism in a number of countries, including Afghanistan, Pakistan, Bhutan, China, India and Nepal. The unique landscape of the Himalayas is the main attraction of tourist activities in this region. The tourism industry is one of the largest contributors to gross domestic product (GDP) and employment. For example, the tourism sector represents 9.4% of GDP and 8.2% of total employment in 2012 in Nepal (World Travel & Tourism Council 2014). The observed impacts of climate change on the livelihoods of the tourism industry are the main driver of the need. adaptation to ensure future development and prosperity (Simpson et al. 2008, UNWTO 2008). Climate is one of the main factors determining the viability and suitability of tourism activity, where changes in weather patterns and severe weather events have a direct impact on operating costs, food, supply water and the cost of insurance (UNWTO 2008). These are the factors that affect the tourist's decision in choosing a destination and ultimately impact the economic sustainability of the tourism industry in the Himalayan region. This article examines how best to respond to identified risks and vulnerabilities for adaptation to climate change. tourism industry in the Himalayan region. Recognize the importance of stakeholder engagement throughout the process of planning, implementing and evaluating the adaptation process. A conceptual framework has been designed for the climate change adaptation tourism industry in the Himalayan region, on which this article will focus the discussion. Approach to climate change adaptation planning: Climate change adaptation planning is the process that focuses on how...... middle of paper ......b9bfce3/Stakeholder% 20Participation_CLEARED.pdf>United Nations Development Program 2010, Adapting to Climate Change, New York, accessed May 15, 2014World Tourism Organization 2008, Climate Change and Tourism – Responding to Global Challenges, accessed March 21, 2014, World Tourism Organization Tourism 2013, Nepal: Core Indicators (Compendium) 2008-2012, accessed March 21, 2014, World Travel and Tourism Council 2014, Nepal Economic Impact Report, accessed March 24. 2014