Permits for Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek

Likewise, others trekking in the Annapurna region, we must go with TREKKING PERMITS for Mardi Himal Base Camp Trekking. Without Trekking/Hiking Permits, you are not allowed to do Mardi Himal Trek. In this post, we’re going to highlight the required permits, permit cost, and permit check-post of MARDI HIMAL TREK.

Important Note on Permits: Please be advised that as a registered trekking agency, we are not authorized to sell stand-alone permits. Under current regulations, if an agency applies for your trek permit, we are required to provide a licensed guide for your trek.
If you are looking to obtain an individual permit for a solo trek, you must visit the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) office in person, located in either Kathmandu or Pokhara.

What are the permits needed for Trekking to Mardi Himal?

The Mardi Himal Trekking lies in Annapurna Conservation Area. Hence you have to purchase Annapurna Conservation Area Project Permits ( ACAP Permits). Nonetheless, we have to purchase Tourist Information Management System Permits ( TIMS Permits ). All in all, we need 2 TYPES OF TREKKING PERMITS For the Mardi Himal Base Camp Hike.

Can we get Mardi Himal Trek permit on check point?

Indeed, we can obtain an ACAP trekking permit, including the Mardi Himal Trek permit at the permit checkpoint. However, please note that this facility incurs double fee than the permit fee charged by the tourism board office or obtained through online.

Where are the permit checkpoints for the Mardi Himal Trek?

How much does it cost for Mardi Himal Trek Permits?

Regarding Mardi Himal Trekking permits cost, for ACAP permits, it cost NPR 3000 and for TIMS Permit, it cost NPR 2000. But for the SAARC countries, the cost is different. It cost NPR 1000 for an ACAP permit and NPR for 300 TIMS Permits (through an agency) and NPR 600 per person without an agency.

Where to check in and checkout permits while Mardi Himal Trekking?

Mardi Himal Trekking Permits Check-in points and check-out points vary on trekking routes. There are many routes to check in and check out of Mardi Himal Base Camp Trekking. The most popular route starts from Dhampus and Ends in Landruk. If you start from Dhampus, you can check-in permit at the checkpost in Pothana. Likewise, if you end your trekking in Siwai ( Ghandruk ), you need to check out your permit at the checkpost in Birethanti. If you’re planning to conclude trek in Lwang village, there is also a permit checkpoint. You can checkout your permit at Lwang Checkpost.