Bhutan•6 min
Paro Ridge Walk at Dawn
This practical field note covers timing, permits, and a day-by-day glance for smoother planning across the region.
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Nepal
Everest skies, tea-house warmth, timeless trails.
5–18°C (seasonal) Low precip. Permit brief below
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Permit & paperwork (Nepal)
Send your travel window and trek so our permit desk can start filings. We’ll confirm the exact fees and documents in the reply.
Sagarmatha National Park Entry
Instant at gate / e-permit
Apply: Park gate / e-permit portal
Req: Passport copy, Valid visa, Recent photo
US$30
*Fee subject to change
TIMS Card (Trekkers' Information)
10–20 minutes
Apply: TAAN counter / partner agency
Req: Passport copy, Insurance details
US$20
*Fee subject to change
Paperwork disclaimer
Permit filings are bundled with Alpine Ramble packages. We do not offer standalone permit services, but we will coordinate all documents once your trek is confirmed.
- Permit: Sagarmatha e-permits live for Autumn.
- Weather: Jet stream easing after Sept 20.
- Visa: Bhutan visa portal maintenance Sept 18.
- Trail: Langtang footbridge repair completed.
Local Notices
[Permit]Sagarmatha e-permits live for Autumn. • Nepal
[Weather]Jet stream easing after Sept 20. • Nepal
[Trail]Langtang footbridge repair completed. • Nepal
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Nepal•Karma Dorji•5 min read•Dec 15, 2025
Snowlight over Namche Bazaar
This practical field note covers timing, permits, and a day-by-day glance for smoother planning across the region.
China•7 min
Pilgrim Steps on the Plateau
This practical field note covers timing, permits, and a day-by-day glance for smoother planning across the region.
Nepal•8 min
Tea Houses & Starlight
This practical field note covers timing, permits, and a day-by-day glance for smoother planning across the region.
Bhutan•9 min
Dzong Trails and Terraces
This practical field note covers timing, permits, and a day-by-day glance for smoother planning across the region.
China•10 min
Khumbu Bridges in Autumn
This practical field note covers timing, permits, and a day-by-day glance for smoother planning across the region.
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Cloud Carpets above Thimphu
This practical field note covers timing, permits, and a day-by-day glance for smoother planning across the region.
Bhutan•6 min
Yak Bells & Big Skies
This practical field note covers timing, permits, and a day-by-day glance for smoother planning across the region.
China•7 min
Snowlight over Namche Bazaar
This practical field note covers timing, permits, and a day-by-day glance for smoother planning across the region.
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