Guidelines for Visiting Restricted Areas in Nepal

To explore restricted areas in Nepal, trekkers must secure a Special Trekking Permit from the Department of Immigration, located in Kalikasthan, Kathmandu. For more details, visit Nepal Immigration’s official website.

Important Regulations

  • Trekkers must adhere strictly to the specified routes outlined in their permits. Deviation from the approved path is considered a violation of Nepalese law.
  • The trekking permit should always be carried during the trek.
  • Trekkers must present the permit to immigration officials or police upon request.

Trekking Permit Fees for Restricted Areas

S.No.Region/VDCsPermit Fee
1. Upper MustangCovers all areas of Lomanthang (Ward 1–5), Lo-Ghekar Damodarkunda (Ward 1–5), and specific areas in Baragung Muktichetra.USD 500 per person (first 10 days) USD 50/day (beyond 10 days)
2. Upper DolpaIncludes Dolpo Buddha (Ward 4–6), Shey Phoksundo (Ward 1–7), and Charka Tangsong (Ward 1–6).USD 500 per person (first 10 days) USD 50/day (beyond 10 days)
3. Manaslu Area (Gorkha)Chumnubri (Wards 1–4).Sep–Nov: USD 100/person/week USD 15/day (beyond 1 week) Dec–Aug: USD 75/person/week USD 10/day (beyond 1 week)
4. HumlaIncludes Simikot (Wards 1, 6, 7) and Namkha (Wards 1–6).USD 50/person/week USD 10/day (beyond 1 week)
5. TaplejungPhantanglung (Wards 6, 7), Mikwakhola (Ward 5), Sirijunga (Ward 8).USD 20/person/week (first 4 weeks) USD 25/week (beyond 4 weeks)
6. Lower Dolpa AreaIncludes multiple wards across Thulibheri, Tripurasundari, Dolpo Buddha, and more.USD 20/person/week USD 5/week (beyond 1 week)
7. DolakhaGaurishankhar (Ward 9), Bighu (Ward 1).USD 20/person/week
8. Tsum Valley (Gorkha)Sirdibas-Lokpa-Chumling-Chekampar-Nile-Chule.Sep–Nov: USD 40/person/week USD 7/day (beyond 1 week) Dec–Aug: USD 30/person/week USD 7/day (beyond 1 week)
9. SankhuwasabhaBhotkhola (Wards 1–5), Makalu (Ward 4).USD 20/person/week (first 4 weeks) USD 25/week (beyond 4 weeks)
10. SolukhumbuKhumbu Pasang Lahmu (Ward 5).USD 20/person/week (first 4 weeks) USD 25/week (beyond 4 weeks)
11. RasuwaGosaikunda (Ward 1 and parts of Ward 2).USD 20/person/week
12. ManangNarpa (Wards 1–5), Nasho (Wards 6–7).Sep–Nov: USD 100/person/week USD 15/day (beyond 1 week) Dec–Aug: USD 75/person/week USD 15/day (beyond 1 week)
13. BajhangSaipal (Wards 1–5).USD 90/person/week USD 15/day (beyond 1 week)
14. MuguMugumakarmarong (Wards 1–9).USD 100/person/week USD 15/day (beyond 1 week)
15. DarchulaVyas (Ward 1).USD 90/person/week USD 15/day (beyond 1 week)

This comprehensive guide ensures you comply with regulations while enjoying Nepal’s breathtaking restricted regions.

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