Admission Fees for National Parks in Nepal 2025

Why Visit Nepal’s National Parks?

Nepal has 20 amazing parks. They include 12 national parks, 1 wildlife reserve, 1 hunting reserve, and 6 nature parks. These stretch from hot jungles to snowy Himalayas. Parks protect animals like rhinos and tigers. They also keep local traditions alive.

Activities: Watch animals, hike, or spot birds.

Sights: Tall mountains, blue lakes, green forests.

For Who: Families, hikers, and animal lovers.

Check out Chitwan tours or Annapurna hikes.

How to Get a Park Ticket

You need a ticket to visit Nepal national parks. Here’s how to get one:

Where to Buy

Kathmandu: Tourist Service Center at Bhrikutimandap.

Pokhara: Nepal Tourism Board for Annapurna tickets.

Park Gates: Buy at places like Sauraha for Chitwan.

What You Need:

✔️ Copy of your passport.

✔️ Two small photos for some parks.

✔️ Cash in Nepali Rupees.

Tips:

✔️ Buy in Kathmandu to save money.

✔️ Carry your ticket with you.

✔️ Tickets are for one park only.

✔️ Trekking permits are non-transferable and non-refundable

✔️ This Entry Permit is valid for single entry only. 

✔️ Drones are strictly prohibited unless prior approval has been granted by the concerned authorities.

✔️ Special permits for documentary filming to be obtained

✔️ Hunting is prohibited.

✔️ Please follow the Minimum Impact Code.

Visit Nepal Tourism Board for details.

How to Visit Nepal’s National Parks

It’s easy to visit Nepal national parks from Kathmandu or Pokhara. Here’s how:

Chitwan National Park:

Bus: From Kathmandu to Sauraha. Takes 5 hours. Costs NRs. 800 (~$6 USD).

Flight: Fly to Bharatpur in 20 minutes. Costs $100 USD. Then take a taxi.

Tip: Book buses early for weekends.

Sagarmatha National Park:

Flight: Fly from Kathmandu to Lukla. Takes 30 minutes. Costs $180 USD.

Jeep: Drive to Salleri in 8 hours. Costs NRs. 2,000 (~$15 USD). Then hike.

Tip: Fly early for clear weather.

Annapurna National Park:

Bus: From Pokhara to Nayapul. Takes 1 hour. Costs NRs. 300 (~$2.25 USD).

Flight: Fly to Jomsom in 20 minutes. Costs $100 USD.

Tip: Pokhara is the best starting point.

Bardia National Park:

Bus: From Kathmandu to Ambassa. Takes 12 hours. Costs NRs. 1,500 (~$11.25 USD).

Flight: Fly to Nepalgunj in 1 hour. Costs $120 USD. Then take a taxi.

Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve:

Bus: To Biratnagar in 10 hours. Costs NRs. 1,200 (~$9 USD). Then take a taxi.

Flight: Fly to Biratnagar in 40 minutes. Costs $80 USD.

Plan your Chitwan visit or Sagarmatha hike.

Best Things to Do in Nepal’s Parks

Nepal national parks offer tons of activities! Here are the best:

Chitwan National Park:

✔️ Take a jeep safari to see rhinos.

✔️ Ride a canoe on the Rapti River.

✔️ Watch Tharu cultural dances.

Sagarmatha National Park:

✔️ Hike to Everest Base Camp.

✔️ Visit old Buddhist monasteries.

✔️ Snap photos of huge mountains.

Annapurna National Park:

✔️ Trek to Annapurna Base Camp.

✔️ Visit Gurung villages for tea.

✔️ Chill at hot springs.

Bardia National Park:

✔️ Walk to spot tigers and deer.

✔️ Raft on the Karnali River.

✔️ Look for birds with binoculars.

Koshi Tappu Wildlife Reserve:

✔️ Watch rare birds like francolins.

✔️ Take a boat on the Koshi River.

✔️ Camp under the stars.

Book a Bardia tour or Annapurna hike.

Park Admission Fees for 2025

Fees vary for Nepali locals, SAARC visitors (from nearby countries), and foreigners. Kids under 10 get in free. Fees include 13% tax.

For Nepali Local

NRs. 100 per park:

Banke, Bardia, Khaptad, Langtang

Makalu-Barun, Parsa, Rara

Shey-Phoksundo, Shivapuri-Nagarjun

Shuklaphanta, Koshi Tappu

Api Nampa, Annapurna, Blackbuck

Gaurishankar, Kanchenjunga, Manaslu

Dhorpatan Hunting Reserve

NRs. 150 per park:

Chitwan National Park

For SAARC Visitors

NRs. 500 per park:

Kanchenjunga, Blackbuck, Khaptad, Api Nampa

NRs. 600 per park:

Shivapuri-Nagarjun

NRs. 750 per park:

Banke, Bardia, Parsa, Shuklaphanta, Koshi Tappu

NRs. 1,000 per park:

Chitwan, Annapurna, Gaurishankar, Manaslu

NRs. 1,500 per park:

Sagarmatha, Langtang, Makalu-Barun

Rara, Shey-Phoksundo, Dhorpatan

For Foreigners

NRs. 1,000 per park (~$7.50 USD):

Shivapuri-Nagarjun

NRs. 1,500 per park (~$11.25 USD):

Banke, Bardia, Parsa, Khaptad

Shuklaphanta, Koshi Tappu

NRs. 2,000 per park (~$15 USD):

Chitwan, Api Nampa, Blackbuck, Kanchenjunga

NRs. 3,000 per park (~$22.50 USD):

Sagarmatha, Langtang, Makalu-Barun

Rara, Shey-Phoksundo, Annapurna

Gaurishankar, Manaslu, Dhorpatan

Note: Pay for each park you visit. Tickets are for one visit only. Tax is included.

Extra Tickets You Might Need

Some parks require additional tickets:

TIMS Ticket: For hiking in most parks. Costs $10 USD (groups) or $20 USD (solo). Get it in Kathmandu or Pokhara.

Restricted Area Ticket: For places like Upper Mustang. Costs $500 USD for 10 days. Needs two people and a guide.

Hunting License: For Dhorpatan. Contact the Park Department.

Learn about TIMS tickets or restricted area tickets.

Tips for Your Park Vacation

Best Time: Spring (March–May) and fall (Sep–Nov) are sunny. Summer is great for Koshi Tappu birds.

What to Bring: Passport, photos, cash, waterproof ticket holder.

Rules: Don’t litter. Stick to trails. Respect animals.

Safety: Get travel insurance (World Nomads is popular in the US). Check weather for mountain parks.

Plan a Bardia tour or Langtang hike.

Questions About Nepal Park Admission Fees

Here are answers about admission fees for Nepal national parks in 2025.

1. How much is the Chitwan National Park admission fee?
It’s NRs. 2,000 ($15 USD) for foreigners, NRs. 1,000 for SAARC.

2. How do I visit Chitwan National Park?
Take a bus from Kathmandu. Takes 5 hours. Costs $6 USD.

3. What’s cool to do in Sagarmatha National Park?
Hike to Everest Base Camp. Visit monasteries.

4. Do kids need a park ticket?
Kids under 10 get in free.

5. Where do I buy a park ticket?
In Kathmandu, Pokhara, or at park gates.

6. How much is the Annapurna National Park ticket?
It’s NRs. 3,000 ($22.50 USD) for foreigners, NRs. 1,000 for SAARC.

7. What’s the best activity in Koshi Tappu?
Watch birds. Take a boat ride.

8. Can I get a refund for my ticket?
No, tickets are for one visit only.

Find more Nepal vacation tips.

Start Your Nepal Park Adventure

Nepal national parks are full of excitement! Spot wildlife in Chitwan. Trek in Sagarmatha. Pay your admission fees and grab your ticket. Visit Sherkha to plan your 2025 vacation. Kick off your adventure in Nepal’s wild parks!

By D. Prakash, a travel enthusiast and manager who pairs a passion for exploration with dynamic leadership, thriving on discovery in every journey.