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Nepal eases solo trekking in restricted areas — but a licensed guide is still required

Solo travellers can now get restricted-area permits without forming a group of two, as Nepal moves to a digital, guide-linked TIMS.

By Laxman Rawal · Jun 14, 2026

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Good news for independent-minded trekkers: Nepal has relaxed one of its stricter rules. As widely reported by trekking agencies and the Department of Immigration, solo travellers can now obtain permits for restricted areas — places like Upper Mustang and…

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What this means for trekkers

If you have dreamed of a restricted-area trek but could not find a partner, that barrier is gone — you and a guide are enough. We arrange the permit, the licensed guide and the logistics for routes like Upper Mustang and Manaslu . Rules and fees change often…

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