Nepal: you must hire a guide to trek in national parks
Do
- Get a trekking permit and TIMS card
- Hire a local guide or porter
Don’t
- Trekking alone in national parks and conservation areas
Breaking the rules can mean a fine or expulsion from the protected area; above 3,000 m there are risks from weather, avalanches and altitude sickness all year.
Verified Oct 19, 2026Source: GOV.UK: Nepal travel advice