Nepal bans solo trekking for foreigners, makes guides mandatory from April 1

Nepal has decided to ban solo trekking for foreign trekkers from April 1, making it mandatory to take a guide along the trekking path/route to ensure the safety and well-being of the visiting guests, a senior official said. The Nepal Tourism Board took the decision in this regard which would come into force from April 1, confirmed the director Maniraj Lamichhane.