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Trekking Permit Cost: TIMS Info

PARK ENTRY FEES

Park entry permit must be obtained to enter protected areas. Park entry fees may be paid at Tourist Service Center, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu, or at the entry point. Please refer to the table below for details about payment. Please note that the information below is as per the information provided by the concerned department. Any difference or discrepancy could be reported at info@ntb.org.np . Updates will be made after verification from official sources.

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. 100 per day per entry +13% VAT NRs. 750 per person per day +13% VAT NRs. 1,500 per person per day +13% VAT Below 10 yrs free At entry point
2 Sagarmatha National Park Free NRs. 1,500 per person per entry + 13% VAT NRs. 3,000; VAT 13%: NRs. 390; Total-NRs.3,390 per person per entry Below 10 yrs free DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu; At entry point in Monjo
Other National Parks
3 Bardiya National Park NRs. 50 per day per entry +13% VAT NRs. 500 per person per day +13% VAT NRs. 1,000 per person per day +13% VAT Below 10 yrs free At entry point
4 Khaptad National Park Free NRs. 1,500 per person per entry +13% VAT NRs. 3,000 per person per entry +13% VAT Below 10 yrs free DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
5 Langtang National Park Free NRs. 1,500 per person per entry+13% VAT NRs. 3,000 VAT 13%-NRs. 390 Total-NRs.3,390 per person per entry Below 10 yrs free DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu At entry point in Dhunche
6 Makalu-Barun National Park Free NRs. 1,500 per person per entry+13% VAT NRs. 3,000 VAT 13%-NRs. 390 Total-NRs.3,390 per person per entry Below 10 yrs free DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
7 Rara National Park Free NRs. 1,500 per person per entry+13% VAT NRs. 3,000 VAT 13%-NRs. 390 Total-NRs.3,390 per person per entry Below 10 yrs free DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
8 Shey-Phoksundo National Park Free NRs. 1,500 per person per entry +13% VAT NRs. 3,000 VAT 13%-NRs. 390 Total-NRs. 3,390 per person per entry Below 10 yrs free DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
9 Shivapuri-Nagarjun National Park NRs. 56.50 per day per person per entry NRs. 339 per day per person per entry NRs. 500 VAT 13%- Total-NRs. 565 per day per person per entry

 

 Below 10 yrs free At entry point
10 Banke National Park NRs. 20 per day per entry +13% VAT NRs. 200 per day per entry +13% VAT NRs. 500 per day per entry +13% VAT Below 10 yrs free DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
11 Parsa National Park NRs. 50 per day per entry +13% VAT NRs. 500 per day per entry +13% VAT NRs. 1,000 per day per entry +13% VAT Below 10 yrs free At entry point
12 Shuklaphanta National Park NRs. 50 per day per entry +13% VAT NRs. 500 per day per entry +13% VAT NRs. 1,000 per day per entry +13% VAT Below 10 yrs free At entry point
Wildlife Reserves
13 Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve NRs. 50 per day per entry +13% VAT NRs. 500 per day per entry +13% VAT NRs. 1,000 per day per entry +13% VAT Below 10 yrs free At entry point
Conservation Areas
14 Annapurna Conservation Area Free NRs. 200 per day per entry + 13% VAT NRs. 2,000 per day per entry +13% VAT Below 10 yrs free DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
15 Kanchenjunga Conservation Area Free NRs. 1,500 per day per entry + 13% VAT NRs. 3,000 per day per entry + 13% VAT Below 10 yrs free DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
16 Manaslu Conservation Area Free NRs. 200 per day per entry + 13% VAT NRs. 2,000 per day per entry +13% VAT Below 10 yrs free DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
17 Api Nampa Conservation Area
18 Gaurishankar Conservation Area Free NRs. 200 per day per entry + 13% VAT NRs. 2,000 per day per entry +13% VAT Below 10 yrs free DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
19 Blackbuck Conservation Area NRs. 50 per day per entry + 13% VAT NRs. 500 per day per entry + 13% VAT NRs. 1,000 per day per entry + 13% VAT Below 10 yrs free DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu
Hunting Reserve
20 Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve Free NRs. 1,500 per day per entry + 13% VAT NRs. 3,000 per day per entry + 13% VAT DNPWC Counter, Bhrikutimandap, Kathmandu

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Trekking Gears or Trekking Equipment Required

What to pack for the trek is one of the important questions. Not having proper gears can prove troublesome, cause health issues or just simply ruin your mood. So, here is a general idea of what you should bring to Annapurna Base Camp trekking.

  1. A light weight trekking boots. It is not impossible to do this trek in sneakers or trainers. Many people have. Just that you will be walking in snow for some part of the trek and boots offer more safety. If you are a women trekker, check out these best hiking boots for women of 2017.

If you will be trekking this one time only, no need to spend on hiking boots. Just make sure that your shoes are well fitting, light and comfortable.

  1. A pair of crocs
  2. Four pair of liner socks. Two pair for warm climate and two pair for cold climate. Trekking/liner socks are better but it is okay if you only have the normal ones.
  3. Few pairs of underwear. There are trekking underwear that you could buy in home. They are good for other outdoor activities as well. Normal ones can be bought in Nepal.
  4. A high-quality best down jackets and a down pant. You can buy or rent a good down jacket and a down pant in Nepal for cheap for a $1 or less per day.
  5. T-shirts and trousers keeping in mind both cold and warm temperature you will be traversing.
  6. A set of thermals. Or, you could layer up.
  7. A light sleeping bag. This can be bought or rented in Nepal too.
  8. A trekking pole. Though relatively easy, there are many ups and downs in this trek and a trekking pole can assist you. Else, you could find a sturdy stick en route and use it to support yourself.
  9. Two pairs of Gloves. One for warm weather and one for cold.
  10. A woolen hat
  11. Sunglasses
  12. A torchlight or a head torchlight
  13. A First aid kit including Diamox and Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS)
  14. Toiletries– Toilet paper, hand sanitizer, water purifiers, sunscreen, moisturizer, toothpaste and toothbrush.
  15. A waterproof map of Annapurna Base Camp
  16. Snacks you like and entertainment such as books, cards, an iPad etc.

If you are unsure of what equipment to buy in Nepal and what to bring from home, this article will help you decide whether to buy trekking equipments at home or in Nepal.

Some Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of the frequently asked questions answered to provide a clearer picture on Annapurna base Camp Trek.

1) How fit do I need to be to do this trek?

Annapurna Base Camp is a Grade B or a moderately difficult trekking route. So any fit person can do this trek, even if you do not have any previous experience. You should be aware of what to expect and mentally prepare for it. Then, as long as you will to, you can.

2) How long do we walk every day when doing Annapurna Base Camp trekking?

On average, you walk about 4 to 6 hours per day. One or two days can be as less as 3hrs and one or two days can be as long as 7hrs.

3) What is the highest altitude reached in this trek?

The highest altitude reached is 4190m. This is the elevation of Annapurna Base Camp. ABC is the highest we will climb in this trek.

4) What about battery charging and hot shower facilities?

Yes, you can charge batteries en route. Charger should be brought. There are hot shower facilities as well. You may have to pay certain amount for both ($1-$2). Negotiate. Also, hot water facility could be free at lower elevation.

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