Trekking Permits in Nepal

Nepal, the land of Mount Everest, beckons trekkers with its breathtaking Himalayan trails. To embark on this adventure, foreign visitors need a trekking permit. The process has recently been streamlined to an online system, making it easier than ever. Let's explore how to obtain your trekking permit in Nepal.

Types of Trekking Permits

There are two main categories of trekking permits in Nepal:

• TIMS Card (Trekkers' Information Management System Card): Required for most trekking areas in Nepal.
• Restricted Area Permit: Needed for certain sensitive border regions. These permits require a registered trekking agency to apply on your behalf.

Applying for a TIMS Card

Here's what you'll need to apply for a TIMS Card online:

To be able to visit certain protected areas of Nepal, you need to have a trekking guide and a special permit issued by a licensed trekking agency. This rule applies to specific routes. If you plan to visit these areas, make sure to bring your permit and a guide. Below are the trekking regions and routes falling under this rule.

Trekking Region	Name of the Trek
Kanchenjunga Region	1. Kanchenjunga Base Camp via Sele La Pass Trek 2. Kanchenjunga Basecamp Trek 3. Kanchenjunga Base Camp Nango Pass Trek 4. Lumba Sumba Pass Trek
Makalu Barun Area	1. Makalu Basecamp Trek 2. Sherpeni Cole Pass Trek
Everest Region	1. Everest Basecamp Trek 2. Gokyo Trek 3. Chho La Pass Trek 4. Gokyo Renjo La Pass Trek 5. Three Passes Trek 6. Everest View trek 7. Mera Peak Trek 8. Amphu Labtsha Pass
Rolwaling Region	1. Rolwaling Trek 2. Tashi Labtsha Pass Trek
Panchpokhari Bhairabkunda Area	Panchpokhari Trek
Helambu Region	1. Helambu Trek 2. Goshaikunda Trek
Langtang Region	1. Langtang Trek 2. Langtang Gosaikund Trek 3. Tamang Heritage Trek 4. Tamang Heritage Langtang Trek 5. Ganja La pass Trek 6. Till Man Pass
Ganesh Himal-Ruby Valley Area	Ganesh Himal - Ruby Valley Trek
Manaslu Region	1. Manaslu Circuit Trek 2. Manaslu - Tsum Valley Trek 3. Tsum Valley Trek
Annapurna Region	1. Annapurna Circuit Trek 2. Nar Phu Annapurna Circuit Trek 3. Mesokanto / Tilicho Pass Trek 4. Poon Hill-ABC Trek 5. Khopra Trek 6. Mardi Himal Trek 7. Sikleh Tara Hill Trek
Mustang Region	1. Upper Mustang Trek 2. Sarebung Pass Trek
Dhaulagiri Region	Round Dhaulagiri
Dolpo Region	1. Upper Dolpo - Jomsom Trek 2. Upper Dolpo Trek 3. Lower Dolpo Trek 4. Kagmara Pass Trek
Humla Region	Humla Limi Valley Trek

Important Tips

• Apply for your permits well in advance, especially during peak trekking seasons (spring and autumn).
• Print a copy of your approved TIMS Card or Restricted Area Permit and carry it with you while trekking.
• Double-check the validity period of your permits and ensure they cover the entire duration of your trek.

With your trekking permit secured, you're all set to experience the magic of Nepal's Himalayas. Remember to trek responsibly, respect local cultures, and leave no trace behind.

Emergency Contact Numbers

In case of an emergency, you can reach out to the following numbers:

• NTB Crisis Cell: [email protected] (9851255839, 9851255837, 9851255834)
• Tourist Police: 1144/014247041
• Sukraraj Hospital, Kathmandu: 014253396
• Gandaki Hospital, Pokhara: 061520067