Upper Dolpo Trek โ€” Requirements

Permits + guide rules for Upper Dolpo.

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Permits & Guide Rules

All Permit Fees + Guide Requirement

Upper Dolpo lies inside Shey Phoksundo National Park and a Restricted Area (RAP).

๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ต Nepali Trekkers

  • Shey Phoksundo National Park Permit: NPR 1,000
  • TIMS Card: Required (NPR 1,000)
  • Guide: Mandatory

๐Ÿค SAARC Trekkers

  • Shey Phoksundo National Park Permit: NPR 1,500
  • Restricted Area Permit (Upper Dolpo): USD 500 (first 10 days)
  • Guide: Mandatory

๐ŸŒ Foreign Trekkers (Non-SAARC)

  • Shey Phoksundo National Park Permit: NPR 3,000
  • Restricted Area Permit (Upper Dolpo): USD 500 (first 10 days) + USD 50/day
  • Licensed Guide: Mandatory
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What You Need to Apply

Documents & Details

Carry these to avoid delays at counters/agency.

  • Valid ID โ€” Foreigners: Passport / Nepali: Citizenship
  • 4 passport-size photos
  • Permit & RAP fee (cash)
  • Trek route details (Upper Dolpo)
  • Registered agency & licensed guide details (required for RAP)

๐Ÿ“ Where & How to Get Permits

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Permit Processing

Permits must be processed through registered trekking agencies (Restricted Area requirement).

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