In exercise of the powers conferred by Government of Nepal, Nepal Mountaineering Association has made the following rules to be observed for the climbing of the peaks of Nepal Himalaya listed in Appendix '1'. These rules will come into force at once.

Definition

Where applicable definitions for these rules will be the same as those for Government of Nepal Mountaineering Expedition Regulations 1979 and its first Amendment 1984.

Refund

In the event of cancellation of the permission by NMA or the failure of the expedition to materialize due to some other reasons, the feels already paid will not be refunded. Every individual or party granted a climbing permit shall be accompanied by a Sirdar/Guide, who must be registered with NMA.
Functions and duties of the Sirdar/Guide

(1) To Assist the climbing party with recruitment of porters and other staff, control of porters, local purchase of food etc. and to solve any problem that may arise to the best of his ability.

(2) To report to Nepal Mountaineering Association in case the party spends more than prescribed time limit in the Mountain.

(3) To ensure that the climbers comply with the term of their permit.

(4) To ensure that the climbers, (trekkers) follow the specified route.

(4) To ensure proper disposal of waste materials.

(5) To report to NMA any infringement of the climbing rules.

(6) To report any serious incidents to the nearest police post.

(7) The Sirdar/Guide will be employed from the day the climbing party begins the trek until the trek is finished.

(8) The Sirdar/guide will be provided with the following facilities : (a) Minimum daily allowance to be paid as per the rules of His Majesty's Government Ministry of Tourism and Civil Aviation. (b) Food and accommodation (tent/s). (c) Climbing equipment and necessary clothing if required to go above base camp.