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Kanchenjunga Base Camp — Requirements

Permits + guide rules for Kanchenjunga.

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Permits & Guide Rules

KCAP + Restricted Area Permit (RAP)

Kanchenjunga is a restricted area inside Kanchenjunga Conservation Area. Guide is mandatory.

🇳🇵 Nepali Trekkers

  • KCAP: NPR 1,000
  • Restricted Area Permit (RAP): Required
  • Guide: Mandatory

🤝 SAARC Trekkers

  • KCAP: NPR 1,000
  • RAP: USD 20 / week
  • Licensed Guide: Mandatory

🌏 Foreign Trekkers (Non-SAARC)

  • KCAP: NPR 3,000
  • RAP: USD 20 per person / week
  • Licensed Guide: Mandatory
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What You Need to Apply

Documents & Details

Bring these for smooth processing.

  • Valid passport
  • 2 passport-size photos
  • Trek itinerary (Kanchenjunga Base Camp)
  • Government-licensed guide details
  • Registered trekking agency documents
  • Permit fees (cash)

📍 Where & How to Get Permits

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Offices & Rules

RAP must be processed through a registered trekking agency only.

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Department of Immigration — Kalikasthan, Kathmandu
Restricted Area Permit (RAP) issuing office (via agency).
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Nepal Tourism Board — Kathmandu (Bhrikutimandap)
KCAP support + permit help via agencies.
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Through Registered Trekking Agencies
Mandatory for RAP processing + guide arrangement.

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