Helambu Trek β€” Expenses (2026)

Estimated trekking costs

Complete Expense Breakdown

Costs vary by season, trek duration, comfort level, and weather conditions.

🎟️ Permits & TIMS
  • Shivapuri–Nagarjun National Park Permit: NPR 3,000 (foreigners)
  • TIMS Card β€” Green: NPR 2,000 β€’ Blue: NPR 1,000
🚐 Transport
  • Kathmandu β†’ Sundarijal: NPR 100–3,000
  • Melamchi β†’ Kathmandu: NPR 500–12,000
πŸ§‘β€πŸ¦― Guide & Porter
  • Licensed trekking guide: NPR 3,000–5,000 / day
  • Porter: NPR 2,000–3,000 / day
  • Porter-guide: NPR 3,500–4,500 / day
πŸ› Food & Accommodation
  • Teahouse accommodation: NPR 500–1,200 / night
  • Meals: NPR 1,200–2,500 / day
🧾 Miscellaneous
  • Tea / Coffee: NPR 150–400
  • Hot shower: NPR 300–600
  • Charging devices: NPR 200–500
  • Wi-Fi: NPR 300–800
πŸ’° Estimated Total Cost (6–7 Days)
  • Budget trek: NPR 25,000–35,000
  • Mid-range trek: NPR 40,000–55,000
  • Comfort trek: NPR 60,000–75,000

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