Sagarmatha National Park Rules and Regulation

Sagarmatha National Park Rules and Regulation

Sagarmatha National Park Rules and Regulation

Nepal Governments Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation established in 2037 B.S (1975 A.D). This is done in the conservation of wildlife and vegetation by handling all protected areas in Nepal. Which include 12 National Parks, 1 Wildlife reserve, 6 Conservation Areas and 1 hunting reserve.  Besides this, DNPWC has been doing an excellent job in supporting people living nearby as well as those living in the buffer zone, promote ecotourism and carry out surveys about flora and fauna including an annual census of endangered animals like the Royal Bengal Tigers.

Here are the rules and regulations that DNPWC has set to the visitors.

Sagarmatha National Park Rules and Regulation to follow or things to remember

 

  • An entry fee of Rs. 3000 (Foreigner), Rs. 1500 (SAARC Nationals), Rs.100 (Nepali) and Rs 25 Tourist porters should be charged at the specified ticket counter.
  • Valid entry permits are available from the National parks ticket counter at the Nepal Tourism Board, Bhrikuti Mandap, Kathmandu or Park entrance gate at Manjo.
  • The entry permit is non-refundable, non-transferable and is for a single entry only.
  • Entering the park without a permit is illegal. Park personnel may ask for the permit, so visitors are requested to keep the permit with them.
  • Get a special permit for documentary/filming from the Department of National Parks and Wildlife Conservation (DNPWC)
  • Documentary/filming fee of US$1500 (Foreigner) Rs.50,000 (SAARC Nationals) and Rs.10000 (Nepali) should be paid at DNPWC. Additional 25% should be paid for using drone while filming.
  • Drone (UAV) fee is same as documentary/filming fee while using for other purposes.
  • Do not remove or harm plants and animals. All flora and fauna are fully protected and must not be disturbed.
  • Rubbish must be placed out, buried or disposed of in designated areas.
  • No one should walk within the park between sunset and sunrise.
  • Do respect the cultural and religious sites.
  • visitors should be self-sufficient in fuel supply (Kerosene/LP gas)
  • Camping inside the park should be made only in the designated areas.
  • Carry out non-biodegradable items such as batteries, plastic bags, and bottles.
  • Mountain bikes and motorcycles are prohibited inside the park.
  • Never trek alone, hire a local guide if you can’t find a companion.

 

 

 

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