In Nepal, trekking permits are essential for accessing various regions, including national parks, conservation areas, and restricted zones. These permits serve to regulate and monitor trekking activities, contribute to the conservation of natural environments, and support local communities. There are different types of permits based on the trekking destination, and obtaining them is a standard procedure before embarking on a trek. The fees from these permits play a crucial role in sustaining the maintenance and preservation of Nepal’s diverse and breathtaking landscapes, ensuring a responsible and sustainable approach to trekking in the country.
Code / Short Name | Full Permit Name | Price ($ USD) |
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TIMS | Trekkers Information Management System | 20 |
SNP | Sagarmatha National Park permit | 35 |
ACAP | Annapurna Conservation Area permit | 20 |
MCAP | Manaslu Conservation Area permit | 20 |
TSUM | Tsum Valley Conservation Area permit | 35 |
LCAP | Langtang Conservation Area permit | 20 |
DCAP | Dolpa Conservation Area permit | 20 |
UD | Upper Dolpa Conservation Area permit | 500 for first 10 days |
UM | Upper Mustang Conservation Area permit | 500 for first 10 days |
Permit: | First | Second | Third | Fourth | ||||||
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EVEREST REGION |
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All Treks | TIMS | SNP | ||||||||
Island Peak | TIMS | SNP | IP Permit | |||||||
ANNAPURNA REGION |
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All Treks | TIMS | ACAP | ||||||||
LANGTANG REGION |
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All Treks | TIMS | LCAP | ||||||||
MUSTANG |
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All Treks | TIMS | ACAP | UM | |||||||
DOLPA |
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Upper Dolpa Treks | TIMS | DCAP | UD | |||||||
Lower Dolpa Treks | TIMS | DCAP | ||||||||
TSUM & MANASLU |
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Tsum valley | TIMS | MCAP | ACAP | TSUM | ||||||
Tsum & manaslu | TIMS | MCAP | ACAP | TSUM | ||||||
Manaslu circuit | TIMS | MCAP | ACAP | TSUM |