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Warming up the yaks…
Warming up the yaks…
Warming up the yaks…
Everything you need to know about trekking permits in Nepal
A mandatory card for trekkers in Nepal that helps track and manage information about trekkers for their safety and security.
Same day (15-30 minutes)
Duration of the trek specified
• Must be carried at all times during the trek
• Check posts along trekking routes verify TIMS cards
• Lost cards can be replaced at Nepal Tourism Board
Required for all treks within the Annapurna Conservation Area, which covers the Annapurna region including ABC, Annapurna Circuit, Poon Hill, and Mardi Himal.
Same day (15-30 minutes)
Duration of the trek
• Revenue supports conservation efforts in the Annapurna region
• Check posts verify permits at multiple points
Required for entry to Sagarmatha National Park, which encompasses the Everest region including EBC, Gokyo Lakes, Three Passes, and Island Peak.
Same day
Duration of the trek
• The park entrance is at Monjo — you can purchase permits there
• Home to the world's highest peaks including Everest, Lhotse, and Cho Oyu
Required for treks within Langtang National Park, including the Langtang Valley, Gosaikunda, and Helambu treks.
Same day
Duration of the trek
• Closest national park to Kathmandu
Special permit required for the Manaslu Circuit trek, which passes through a restricted area near the Tibetan border.
1-3 working days
As per permit duration
• MUST trek with a registered agency — solo trekking not allowed
• Minimum group size of 2 trekkers required
• Must be accompanied by a licensed guide
• Also requires Manaslu Conservation Area Permit ($30)
Special restricted area permit for Upper Mustang (Lo Manthang), one of the most expensive permits in Nepal due to the region's cultural sensitivity.
1-3 working days
10 days (extendable at $50/day)
• One of the most expensive permits in Nepal
• Must trek with a registered agency
• Minimum group size of 2 trekkers
• Also requires ACAP permit ($30)
• Revenue helps preserve the ancient Kingdom of Lo