Do You Need a Guide to Trek in Nepal? (As of 2025)
If you’re planning a trek in Nepal, you’ve probably encountered conflicting information about whether hiring a guide is mandatory. Ever since a major change in trekking regulations in 2023, this question has become a common point of confusion among travelers. What Changed in 2023? In early 2023, the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) announced a major policy shift: all trekkers in national parks and conservation areas would be required to hire a licensed guide. The new rule came into effect on…