Budget & Costs
Nepal is one of the cheapest travel countries in the world. Even with a small budget, you will experience unforgettable adventures. However, trekking permits and domestic flights can be costly.
Daily budget per person
| Style | €/Day | Accommodation | Food | Transport |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Backpacker | €15–25 | Dorm/Guesthouse | Dal Bhat + Street | Local Bus |
| Budget | €25–45 | Guesthouse/Simple Hotel | Local Restaurants | Tourist Bus |
| Mid-range | €45–90 | 3–4★ Hotel | Good Restaurants | Domestic Flights + Taxi |
| Comfort | €90–200 | 4–5★ Hotel/Lodge | Upscale Restaurants | Flights + Private Transfers |
| Luxury | €200+ | Dwarika's/Pavilions | Fine Dining | Heli-Transfers |
Important Individual Costs (Guidelines 2025)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Dal Bhat in a local restaurant | €2–4 |
| Momos (10 pieces) | €1.50–3 |
| Masala Chai on the street | €0.15–0.30 |
| Everest Beer (650ml) | €1.50–3 |
| Guesthouse double room | €5–15 |
| 3★ Hotel Kathmandu (double room) | €25–50 |
| Tea House on the trek (bed) | €3–8 |
| Tourist bus Kathmandu–Pokhara | €8–15 |
| Flight Kathmandu–Lukla | €150–200 |
| TIMS Card (Trekking Permit) | approx. €15 |
| Annapurna Conservation Area Permit | approx. €22 |
| Sagarmatha (Everest) NP Entry | approx. €25 |
| Chitwan NP Entry | approx. €12 |
| Paragliding Pokhara (30 Min.) | €60–90 |
| Trekking Guide per day | €20–30 |
| Porter per day | €12–18 |
💡 Tipp
Plan your trekking budget separately! On the trek, prices rise with altitude: A Dal Bhat that costs €2 in Kathmandu suddenly costs €6–8 at 4,000 m — everything has to be carried up by porter or yak. Expect to spend €25–40/day on the trek (accommodation, food, permits).
