Trekking permits are required for all trekking areas in Nepal. Trekking permits are issued by the Government of Nepal and the relevant agencies that have the authority to regulate and monitor the government. The type of permit required will vary depending on the trekking area you wish to trek. Please ensure that you have all the necessary permits before embarking on your trek. Some trekking areas in Nepal are restricted areas where independent individual trekkers are strictly prohibited. Therefore; this post is to help you understand Nepal trekking permits and fees. Since it is mandatory, please bring all the required documents (original passport, passport copy, visa copy and at least 4 passport size photographs). And we recommend that you schedule an extra day in Kathmandu just for permit arrangements and ensure to avoid Saturdays and local holidays. For those trekking with a guide and through a registered company, your Nepal trekking permit and fees will be handled and managed by the relevant company.
Trekking Permits for all trekkers in Nepal.
National Park Fees are required for trekking in common areas such as:
- Sagarmatha National Park (Everest Area) – Rs. 3000 per person.
- Gaurishankar Conservation Area Project (GCAP) – Rs. 3000 per person.
- Annapurna Area Conservation Project (ACAP) – Rs. 3000 per person.
- Langtang National Park (Langtang Area) – Rs. 3000 per person.
- Manaslu Conservation Area Project (MCAP) – Rs. 3000 per person.
Restricted Area Trekking Permits:
We require special trekking permits to visit restricted areas of Nepal designated for trekking by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of Nepal. If you are planning to trek in two different areas, then two trekking permits are required. As per the new rules, a new trekking pass TIMS card is required for trekking in all major areas.
Kangchenjunga & Lower Dolpa:
$ 20.00 per week per person
Upper Mustang & Upper Dolpa to Jomsom
For 10 days: $ 500 and after 10 days per day per person $ 50.
Manaslu Restricted Area Permit:
September to November: $100 per week and $15 per person per day after 7 days.
December to August: $75 per week and $10 per person per day after 7 days.
Tsum Valley Area:
September to November $40 per person/week thereafter $7 per day.
December to August $30 per person/week thereafter $7 per day.
Dolkha District (Rolwaling, Gaurishankar Area):
$10 per person per week.
Humla District (Simikot-Yari):
Limi and Muchu VDC areas, route to Tibet via Tangekhola in Darma VDC.
First 7 days: $50 and after 7 days: $7 per person per day.
Note: Don’t forget to check your trekking permits and restricted area permits for the average area before heading out for trekking and peak climbing.
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