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Api Himal — Requirements

ANCAP permit + guide recommendation.

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📌 Permits & Guide Rules

Api Nampa Conservation Area Permit (ANCAP)

Api Nampa Conservation Area covers the trekking region. Permit is required for all trekkers.

🇳🇵 Nepali Trekkers

  • ANCAP: Required
  • Guide: Recommended

🤝 SAARC Trekkers

  • ANCAP: Required
  • Guide: Recommended (strongly)

🌏 Foreign Trekkers (Non-SAARC)

  • ANCAP: Mandatory
  • Registered guide: Strongly recommended (remote trek)

🧾 What You Need to Apply

Documents & Details

Carry these to avoid delays.

  • Valid passport or citizenship
  • 2 passport-size photos
  • Permit fee (cash, NPR)
  • Trek route details (Api Himal region)
  • Guide details (if trekking with guide)

📍 Where & How to Get Permits

Permit Offices & Verification

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🏢
Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) — Kathmandu
Permits issued through NTB (Kathmandu).
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Api Nampa Conservation Area (Region)
Conservation area covering the trek.
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Entry Permit Verification — Darchula Checkpoint
Verification happens on the route (Darchula).
🤝
Through Trekking Agencies (Kathmandu)
Agencies can arrange permits + guide + logistics.

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