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Shey Phoksundo Lake Trek — Requirements

Permits + guide rules for Phoksundo.

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Permits & Guide Rules

All Permit Fees + Guide Requirement

Lake area lies inside Shey Phoksundo National Park. TIMS is also required.

🇳🇵 Nepali Trekkers

  • Shey Phoksundo National Park Permit: NPR 1,000
  • TIMS Card: NPR 1,000
  • Guide: Not mandatory (recommended)

🤝 SAARC Trekkers

  • Shey Phoksundo National Park Permit: NPR 1,500
  • TIMS Card: NPR 1,000
  • Guide: Mandatory

🌏 Foreign Trekkers (Non-SAARC)

  • Shey Phoksundo National Park Permit: NPR 3,000
  • TIMS Card: NPR 2,000
  • RAP (Lower Dolpo): USD 20 / week
  • Licensed Guide: Mandatory
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What You Need to Apply

Documents & Details

Carry these to avoid delays at counters/agencies.

  • Valid ID — Foreigners: Passport / Nepali: Citizenship
  • 2 passport-size photos
  • Permit & TIMS fee (cash)
  • Trek route details (Dolpo region)
  • Guide details (mandatory for foreigners)

📍 Where & How to Get Permits

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Permit Counter / Agencies

Permits can be handled via registered trekking agencies (mandatory for foreigners).

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Nepal Tourism Board Office — Kathmandu (Bhrikutimandap)
National park permit + TIMS assistance via agencies.
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Through Registered Trekking Agencies
Required for foreigners (permits + guide arrangements).

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