Planning Guide
How Much Does Trekking in Nepal Cost? - 2026 Full Budget Guide
A trekking budget in Nepal for 2026 typically ranges from $350 for a short 5-day Poon Hill circuit to $1,800 for a 14-day Everest Base Camp expedition, depending on your route, season, and whether you book Rohit directly or as a full bundled package.
What are the daily costs for trekking in Nepal?
Daily costs average $50–90 per person depending on altitude (prices rise higher up), season, and which route you take. The table below covers every line item you'll encounter in 2026.
| Item | Cost (NPR) | Cost (USD approx.) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guide fee (Rohit) | NPR 3,250–5,200 | $25–40/day | Direct guide rate - transparent, no hidden charges |
| TIMS card | NPR 2,000 | ~$15 | One-off, per trek |
| ACAP permit | NPR 3,000 | ~$23 | Annapurna Conservation Area |
| Teahouse room | NPR 500–2,500/night | $4–19/night | Higher at altitude, off-season cheaper |
| Meals (3x/day) | NPR 400–900/day | $3–7/day | Dal bhat is cheapest, most filling, unlimited refills |
| Pokhara → Nayapul bus | NPR 500 | ~$4 | Annapurna trailhead transport |
| KTM → Pokhara bus | NPR 1,300–2,000 | $10–15 | 7–8 hour journey |
| KTM → Pokhara flight | NPR 10,400–15,600 | $80–120 | 30-minute flight |
| Porter (optional) | NPR 1,950–2,600/day | $15–20/day | Carries up to 20kg, highly recommended for EBC/Manaslu |
How much does each trek in Nepal cost in total?
Budget estimates below include guide fee, permits, accommodation, and food. They assume you book Rohit directly as your private guide, a shared teahouse room, and eating dal bhat where possible. Prefer everything bundled under one price? The same routes are available as full packages through 6knepaltreks, the trekking company Rohit co-founded.
Poon Hill Trek
5 days$350–500
Best beginner trek
Mardi Himal Trek
5 days$400–550
Off the beaten path
Annapurna Base Camp
10 days$650–900
Most popular circuit
Manaslu Circuit
14 days$950–1,400
Remote, spectacular
Everest Base Camp
14 days$1,200–1,800
Iconic bucket-list route
* Prices are 2026 estimates. Seasonal surcharges and EBC-specific Sagarmatha National Park permit (~$30) are included in the EBC range above.
Cost Per Person by Group Size
Group size is one of the biggest cost levers on a Nepal trek. The table below shows per-person estimates depending on whether you are trekking solo, as a pair, or in a small group.
| Trek | Duration | Solo | 2 People | 4–6 People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poon Hill | 4–5 days | $350–500 | $280–400 | $220–350 |
| Mardi Himal | 4–5 days | $400–550 | $320–450 | $260–380 |
| Khopra Ridge | 5–6 days | $500–650 | $400–530 | $340–450 |
| ABC | 7–10 days | $650–900 | $530–730 | $450–620 |
| Manaslu | 12–14 days | $950–1,400 | $780–1,150 | $650–950 |
| EBC | 12–14 days | $1,200–1,800 | $980–1,480 | $820–1,250 |
| Upper Mustang Tour | 5–7 days | $800–1,200 | $650–980 | $550–830 |
Prices decrease with group size because permit costs and transport are shared. Guide fee remains the same - I don't cut quality for larger groups.
What hidden costs should you budget for on a Nepal trek?
Most first-timers underestimate extra expenses that add up at altitude. Budget an extra $50–150 on top of your route estimate to cover these common overlooked costs.
Guide tips
Tipping is deeply customary in Nepal's trekking culture and a meaningful part of guide income.
10–15% customary
Hot shower at altitude
Solar-heated above 3,000m. Cold bucket-wash is free. Budget NPR 2,000 for a 10-day trek.
NPR 300–500 each
Device charging
Power banks save money. Some teahouses offer free charging in common rooms - Rohit knows which.
NPR 200–400 per device
Snacks & drinks
Chocolate bars, Snickers, Coke, and bottled water multiply in cost as altitude rises. Stick to tea.
NPR 500–1,500/day
Travel insurance
Required for helicopter evacuation coverage above 4,000m. Do not skip this under any circumstances.
$50–100 total
How Rohit's pricing works - two transparent ways to book
There are two transparent ways to book, and both come with honest pricing and a real, experienced licensed guide. Book Rohit directly as your private guide and you pay the guide fee plus the actual permit and logistics costs, with nothing hidden. Compare booking a private guide with a full package to decide which suits you: prefer everything handled for you, and you can book a bundled package through 6knepaltreks, the trekking company Rohit co-founded, which rolls permits, transport, accommodation and an experienced guide into one price.
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Book direct and Rohit handles all permits and logistics at cost, with no hidden fees - permits are obtained in your name and receipts are shared. Prefer a package? 6knepaltreks, the company he co-founded, bundles it all into one price. See also: Nepal trekking permits guide.
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Two transparent ways to book with Rohit
Book me directly as your private guide and you pay the guide fee plus the actual permit, accommodation and meal costs, with nothing hidden. Prefer everything under one price? Book a full package through 6knepaltreks, the company I co-founded, which bundles permits, transport, accommodation and an experienced guide. Either way the pricing is honest and you always trek with a real, experienced licensed guide.
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