Trekking Permits and Entry Fees in Nepal

Trekking in Nepal requires specific permits and entry fees, which vary based on the trekking region. Whether you’re exploring the Everest, Annapurna, Langtang, or remote restricted areas, securing the correct permits ensures a smooth and responsible trekking experience.

Where to Obtain Trekking Permits?

Trekking permits can be obtained from:
✅ The Department of Immigration in Kathmandu or Pokhara
✅ Authorized trekking agencies like Summit International Travels and Tours

Types of Trekking Permits

📌 National Park & Conservation Area Permits

Sagarmatha National Park Permit – Required for Everest region treks.
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) – Required for trekking in the Annapurna region.
Langtang National Park Permit – Required for the Langtang region.

📌 Restricted Area Permits (Issued by the Department of Immigration)
Some trekking destinations, such as Upper Mustang and Manaslu, require special permits due to their restricted status. Key points to remember:

These permits are only issued through registered trekking agencies.
Trekkers must be in a group of at least two to enter restricted areas.

📌 TIMS Card (Trekkers’ Information Management System)

The TIMS card was previously required for most treks, but some regions no longer require it. Always check the latest permit requirements with your trekking agency.

Important Guidelines for Trekking Permits

✔️ Permits are non-refundable and non-transferable, so ensure your dates and itinerary are accurate.
✔️ Carry your permits at all times – officials may check them during the trek.
✔️ Permits must be presented upon request by authorities.
✔️ Obtaining permits from official sources ensures compliance with regulations and supports local conservation efforts.

By securing the necessary trekking permits and following Nepal’s trekking guidelines, you contribute to responsible tourism while ensuring a safe and hassle-free journey.

S.No.	Trekking Regions/VDCs	Trekking Permit Fee
1	Upper Mustang Lomanthang Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 1 to 5) Lo-Ghekar Damodarkunda Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 1 to 5) Baragung Muktichetra Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 3 and Satang Village of ward no.5)	USD500 per person (for the first 10 days) USD 50 per person /Day ( beyond 10 days)
2	Upper Dolpa Dolpo Buddha Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 4 to 6) Shey Phoksundo Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 1 to 7) Charka Tangsong Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 1 to 6)	USD500 per person (for the first 10 days) USD 50 per person /Day ( beyond 10 days)
3	Gorkha Manaslu Area Chumnubri Rural Municipality (All areas of ward nos. 1,2,3 and 4)	September – November USD 100 per person / week USD 15 per person / day (beyond 1 week) December – August USD 75 per person / week USD 10 per person / day (beyond 1 week)
4	Humla Simikot Rural Municipality (All areas of ward nos. 1,6 and 7) Namkha Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 1 to 6) Changkheli Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 3 to 5)	USD 50 per person / week USD 10 per person / day (beyond 1 week)
5	Taplejung Phantanglung Rural Municipality (All areas of ward nos. 6 and 7) Mikwakhola Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 5) Sirijunga Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 8)	USD 20 per person/ week (for the first 4 weeks) USD 25 per person /week ( beyond 4 weeks)
6	Lower Dolpa Area Thulibheri municipality (All areas of ward no. 1 to 11) Tripurasundari municipality (All areas of ward no. 1 to 11) Dolpo Buddha Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 1 to 3) Shey Phoksundo Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 8 and 9) Jagdulla Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 1 to 6) Mudkechula Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 1 to 9) Kaike Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 1 to 7)	USD 20 per person/ week USD 5 per person /day ( beyond 1 week)
7	Dolakha Gaurishankhar Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 9) Bighu Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 1)	USD 20 per person/ week
8	Gorkha Tsum Valley Area (Sirdibas-Lokpa-Chumling-Chekampar-Nile-Chule) Chumnubri Rural Municipality (All areas of ward nos. 3,6 and 7)	September – November USD 40 per person / week USD 7 per person / day (beyond 1 week) December – August USD 30 per person / week USD 7 per person / day (beyond 1 week)
9	Sankhuwasabha Bhotkhola Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 1 to 5) Makalu Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 4)	USD 20 per person/ week (for the first 4 weeks) USD 25 per person /week ( beyond 4 weeks)
10	Solukhumbu Khumbu Pasang Lahmu Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 5)	USD 20 per person/ week (for the first 4 weeks) USD 25 per person /week ( beyond 4 weeks)
11	Rasuwa Gosaikunda Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 1 and some area of ward no. 2)	USD 20 per person /week
12	Manang Narpa Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 1 to 5) Nasho Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 6 and 7)	September – November USD 100 per person / week USD 15 per person / day (beyond 1 week) December – August USD 75 per person / week USD 15 per person / day (beyond 1 week)
13	Bajhang Saipal Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 1 to 5)	USD 90 per person / week for the first week USD 15 per person / day (beyond 1 week)
14	Mugu Mugumakarmarong Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 1 to 9)	USD 100 per person / week USD 15 per person / day (beyond 1 week)
15	Darchula Vyas Rural Municipality (All areas of ward no. 1)	USD 90 per person / week USD 15 per person / day (beyond 1 week)

Note:- In the case of Upper Mustang and Upper Dolpa Region if the royalty paid for mountain expedition is less than the fee for trekking permit then the difference amount should be paid.

To get a group trekking permit an application form with other relevant documents should be submitted through any registered trekking agency of Nepal.

ENTRANCE FEES TO PROTECTED AREAS

S.No.	National Parks/ Wildlife Reserves/ Conservation Areas	Nepali	SAARC	Foreigners	Child discount	Where to pay?
	National Parks that are designated UNESCO World Heritage Sites (Natural)
1	Chitwan National Park	NRs. 150 per person per entry	NRs. 1000 per person per entry	NRs. 2,000 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	At entry point
2	Sagarmatha National Park	NRs. 100 per person per entry	NRs. 1,500 per person per entry	NRs. 3,000 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	At entry point in Monjo/DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
3	Bardiya National Park	NRs. 100 per person per entry	NRs. 750 per person per entry	NRs. 1,500 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	At entry point
4	Khaptad National Park	NRs. 100 per person per entry	NRs. 500 per person per entry	NRs. 1,500 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
5	Langtang National Park	NRs. 100 per person per entry	NRs. 1,500 per person per entry	NRs. 3,000 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	At entry point in in Dhunche/DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
6	Makalu-Barun National Park	NRs. 100 per person per entry	NRs. 1,500 per person per entry	NRs. 3,000 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	At entry point/DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
7	Rara National Park	NRs. 100 per person per entry	NRs. 1,500 per person per entry	NRs. 3,000 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	At entry point/DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
8	Shey-Phoksundo National Park	NRs. 100 per person per entry	NRs. 1,500 per person per entry	NRs. 3,000 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	At entry point/DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
9	Shivapuri-Nagarjun National Park	NRs. 100 per person per entry	NRs. 600 per person per entry	NRs. 1,000 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	At entry point
10	Banke National Park	NRs. 100 per person per entry	NRs. 750 per person per entry	NRs. 1,500 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	At entry point/DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
11	Shuklaphanta National Park	NRs. 100 per person per entry	NRs. 750 per person per entry	NRs. 1,500 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	At entry point/DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
12	Parsa National Park	NRs. 100 per person per entry	NRs. 750 per person per entry	NRs. 1,500 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	At entry point
	Wildlife Reserve
13	Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve	NRs. 100 per person per entry	NRs. 750 per person per entry	NRs. 1,500 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	At entry point
	Conservation Areas
14	Annapurna Conservation Area	NRs. 100 per person per entry	NRs. 1,000 per person per entry	NRs. 3,000 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	ACAP Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu/ACAP Counter, Pardi, Pokhara
15	Kanchenjunga Conservation Area	NRs. 100 per person per entry	NRs. 500 per person per entry	NRs. 2,000 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	At entry point/DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
16	Manaslu Conservation Area	NRs. 100 per person per entry	NRs. 1,000 per person per entry	NRs. 3,000 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	ACAP Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu/ACAP Counter, Pardi, Pokhara
17	Gaurishanker Conservation Area	NRs. 100 per person per entry	NRs. 1,000 per person per entry	NRs. 3,000 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	ACAP Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
18	Blackbuck Conservation Area	NRs. 100 per person per entry	NRs. 500 per person per entry	NRs. 2,000 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
19	Api Nampa Conservation Area	NRs. 100 per person per entry	NRs. 500 per person per entry	NRs. 2,000 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
	Hunting Reserve
20	Dhorpatan	NRs. 100 per person per entry	NRs. 1,500 per person per entry	NRs. 3,000 per person per entry	Below 10 yrs free	Hunting license and entry permit must be taken from DNPWC Office, Babarmahal, Kathmandu

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