Short answer
- Carry cash in rupees for the whole trek.
- The last ATMs are in Namche and Chame, and often run out in October.
- Cards work at a few lodges, with a fee.
ATMs on the trail charge a fee and run out of cash in peak season. Change money in Kathmandu before you fly.
A useful rule is the daily budget plus 10% for every day on the trail.
Costs
Good to know
Browse all facts| Amount | What | State |
|---|---|---|
| NPR 35,000 | Most ATMs, a withdrawal | Verified |
| NPR 500 | ATM fee, Namche | Verified |
How to get it
- Step 1Change money in KathmanduBetter rates than on the trail.
- Step 2Split your cashKeep some in two places.
- Step 3Keep small notesChange is scarce higher up.
Good to know
Lodges above Namche rarely have change for NPR 1,000 notes.
Sources and versions
- 4 Oct 2026 · Figures re-checked against this season’s receipts
- 18 Aug 2026 · Page first published
