réponse rapide
The Ghorepani Poon Hill trek needs two permits in 2027: the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit at $30 per person and the TIMS Card at $20 for foreigners, totaling $50. No restricted area permit is needed. Permits are issued in Pokhara or Kathmandu at the Nepal Tourism Board office and take 1 to 2 hours to process. SAARC nationals pay $15 for ACAP and $6 for TIMS. Carry passport photos and a passport copy to the permit office.
Répartition détaillée
The Ghorepani Poon Hill trek sits inside the Annapurna Conservation Area, the largest protected area in Nepal at 7,629 square km. Two permits cover the entire route. The Annapurna Conservation Area Permit, or ACAP, funds trail maintenance, lodge inspections, and conservation work, and is mandatory for all foreign trekkers entering the conservation area. The TIMS Card, or Trekkers Information Management System, tracks trekkers in the field for safety and rescue coordination, and is mandatory for all trekkers in Nepal except Indian nationals. Permits are checked at the Birethanti checkpoint on entry and again at Ghorepani. Trekkers without permits are turned back and fined $200. SAARC nationals get discounted rates: ACAP at $15 and TIMS at $6. Indian nationals pay ACAP at 1,000 rupees but are exempt from TIMS.
Répartition des coûts/composants
| autorisation | Foreigner Cost | SAARC Cost | validité | émis par |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACAP | $30 | $15 | Single entry for trek duration | Nepal Tourism Board |
| Carte TIM | $20 | $6 | Single entry for trek duration | TAAN or NTB |
| Combined total | $50 | $21 | Both permits for full trek | NTB Pokhara or Kathmandu |
Permit cost is the same year round and the same for all trek durations within the conservation area. The $50 fee is in addition to trek package cost.
Qu'est-ce qui affecte la réponse
Trekker nationality sets the rate: foreigners pay $50, SAARC nationals pay $21, Indian nationals pay roughly $13. Permit office location affects processing time: Pokhara office is faster at 30 minutes, Kathmandu office can take 2 hours in peak season. Trek route affects permit needs: standard Ghorepani Poon Hill loop from Nayapul needs only ACAP and TIMS, while combined routes through Annapurna Sanctuary or Tilicho Lake need the same permits. Season does not change permit cost: October and April rates match January rates. Group size does not change per person permit cost.
Conseils pour la réservation
Get permits in Pokhara the day before trek start. The Nepal Tourism Board office at Damside, Pokhara opens at 10 am and processes 80 percent of permits within 30 minutes. Carry 2 passport photos and a photocopy of your passport photo page. Fill the ACAP and TIMS forms in advance, downloadable from the NTB website. If trekking through an agency, confirm they will provide original stamped permits, not photocopies. Carry the original permits on the trek: checkpoints at Birethanti and Ghorepani demand the originals.
Comparaison avec les alternatives
Compared with the Annapurna Base Camp trek, Ghorepani Poon Hill needs the same $50 in permits. Compared with the Annapurna Circuit, Ghorepani Poon Hill needs the same $50 but skips the additional $30 in permits for the Manang side. Compared with restricted area treks like Upper Mustang at $500 or Nar Phu at $90, Ghorepani Poon Hill is the cheapest Annapurna region permit option. Compared with the Everest Base Camp trek at $50 in permits (Sagarmatha National Park $30 plus TIMS $20), Ghorepani Poon Hill matches in cost but skips the $180 Lukla flight.
Erreurs courantes à éviter
Do not assume TIMS covers the conservation area fee: it does not. ACAP and TIMS are separate permits and both are mandatory. Do not get permits in Nayapul: the checkpoint does not issue them, only checks them. Do not trek without originals: photocopies are rejected at the Birethanti checkpoint. Do not expect refunds if you turn back early: permit fees are nonrefundable once issued. Do not forget to carry the permits on the trail: lost permits cost $25 to replace in Pokhara.
FAQ
Q: How much do Ghorepani Poon Hill permits cost?
A: $50 per person for foreigners: $30 ACAP plus $20 TIMS. SAARC nationals pay $21, Indian nationals pay roughly $13.
Q: Where do I get the permits?
A: At the Nepal Tourism Board office in Pokhara or Kathmandu. Pokhara is faster at 30 minutes; Kathmandu can take 2 hours in peak season.
Q: Do I need a guide for the permits?
A: No. Ghorepani Poon Hill is not a restricted area, so trekkers can apply directly. Guides can apply on your behalf for an extra $5 to $10 fee.
Q: Can I use the same permits for ABC or Annapurna Circuit?
A: Yes. ACAP and TIMS cover the entire Annapurna Conservation Area, so the same $50 permits work for Ghorepani, ABC, Annapurna Circuit, and any combination.
Q: Are permits needed for Indian nationals?
A: Yes. Indian nationals pay ACAP at 1,000 rupees (about $7.50) but are exempt from TIMS. SAARC nationals pay discounted rates.
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The Ghorepani Poon Hill trek needs $50 in permits in 2027: $30 ACAP plus $20 TIMS for foreigners. SAARC nationals pay $21, Indian nationals pay roughly $13. No restricted area permit is needed. Get permits in Pokhara or Kathmandu with passport photos and passport copy.
conclusion
Ghorepani Poon Hill is one of the cheapest permitted treks in Nepal. Budget $50 for permits, get them in Pokhara the day before, and carry originals on the trail. The same permits work for any Annapurna region route if you extend the trek.
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