Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra

TRIP INTRODUCTION

Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is a spiritual tour in the land of Tibet, China. Most of the visitors of this tour are from the Buddhist and Hindu community. This tour takes us to the holiest mountains which stand tall at 6638 m above sea level. To be part of this trek we need to travel to the western part of the Tibetan autonomous region of China.

Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra has its own value and provide a significant spiritual spot.  Mt Kailash with its huge body mass of Lake Manasarovar is the source of Asia’s four largest mighty rivers.  The rivers are Sutlej, Brahmaputra, Indus, and Ganges. To make this trip a success they need to cross a high pass of 5630 m and walk for 3 days.  There is a belief that doing this will bless the well being of themselves and their families.

The journey of Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is a life-changing moment for some. We start this tour from Kathmandu with the entire visa processing in the Chinese Embassy. Once we have the visa we will start our drive to Nepal Tibet Border. Before we start our Yatra of Mount Kailash we take a dip in the holy Lake Mansarovar. Then you will have a strenuous walk to circumambulate Mount Kailash. Once it is complete we make our final prayer and retrace our way back to Kathmandu.

Parikrama Trekking offers such an incredible journey to different places. Mount Kailash beholds the sights foo yak caravans ambling over elevated snowy peaks. You will also explore high clifftop monasteries residing on the mighty peak. You can join our fixed departure to the holiest place on Earth. Each year we operate two fixed departure of Kailash Yatra.

Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu

Upon arrival meet and assist by Parikrama Trekking representative. Transfer to the hotel. We provide a short briefing about Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.

Day 02: Half Day Sightseeing

We will have half-day sightseeing of the Hindu temples of Kathmandu.

Day 03: Drive to Nepal Tibet Border, Rasuwagadhi.

Early morning we start our drive to Nepal Tibet border of Rasuwagadhi.

Day 04: Drive to the Last Town of Tibet, Kyirong (41 km)

At the border, we will complete all Nepal Tibet border formalities. We will visit the first available town for our night stay.

Day 05: Drive to Dongba via Brahmaputra (4500m – 335km)

After breakfast, we start our drive to Dongba. En-route we will pass through Lalungla pass 5200m, lakes & Brahmaputra River.

Day 06: Drive to Manasarovar Lake (4560m – 387km / 8 hrs)

Today drive is a bit long as we try to reach the holy Mansarovar Lake. We will stay a night at the sore fo lake enjoying its majestic beauties.

Day 07: Full day in Manasarovar Lake.

We will enjoy the Sunrise view with Jal Shann at the lake, Puja, Hawan with spiritual activities. One can also visit Tsu Monastery and Hot spring.

Day 08: DriveMansarovar Lake to Darchen (4600 m – 110 km)

Before lunch, we will have free time for Pooja, Hawan, and take a dip in Manasarovar Lake. Later we can drive to Darchen.

Day 09: Trek Darchen to Dirapuk (4890 m – 20 km)

Today is the First day of Parikrama. After a short drive (8 km) from Darchen, we will reach Tarboche and visit Yamdwar. Then trek to Dirapuk which is 12km trek.

Day 10: Climb Dirapuk to Zhulthulphuk (476 0m – 22 km)

This is the most difficult journey throughout the yatra since you have to trek high passes. Later descend to Gauri Kund and further trek along with the river to Zuthulpuk.

Day 11: Hike Zhulthulphuk to Dongba (365 km)

Today is a short trek of 8kms as the Coach will be waiting for us to end our trek.

Day 12: Drive to Jilong via Saga (325 km – 3600 m)

After breakfast, we take our journey back to Jilong via Saga the same route. You can have a short break in the Saga and Brahmaputra River.

Day 13: Drive to Katmandu (185 km)

Early morning we take a short ride of 41 km to complete our Tibet- Nepal border formalities. Once complete we trace our way through Langtang National park to reach Kathmandu.

Day 14: Departure

Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Journey Ends.

Tour Cost: US$ 2,595.00 per person, sharing a twin room.
SINGLE ROOM SUPPLEMENT: US$ 450.00 Per Person
Extra: Tibet/China Visa fee US$ 114.00 per person.
Extra: US$ 95.00 per person for American Nationals. (Subject to change)
Extra: Lhasa/Kathmandu one way airfare US$ 489.00 Per Person (Subject to change)

Cost includes
All ground transportation by private vehicle
Twin sharing accommodation as per the itinerary on BB basis in Kathmandu included
Mention in the itinerary in the basis of twin sharing in Tibet and group sharing in Kailash Region.
Tibet Permit Included
All necessary entrance fees in Nepal and Tibet
Special Kailash Mansarovar Permit
Applicable entrance fees to visit Monasteries
Sightseeing in Kathmandu
Nepali Crew members in Kailash Region
Yak to Carry your goods during Kailash Parikrama
Medical kits
Enough oxygen cylinder
Gamow Bags & Other necessary equipment
Down Jacket on a refundable basis
Duffel bag on returnable basis

Cost Excludes
Lunch and Dinner in Nepal and Tibet OR restaurant, Drinks beverages (hard and soft drinks),
Emergency evacuations/Rescue expenses, if required.
Expenses of personal nature
Personal horse and Helper during Kailash round/ Parikrama
Travel &; Medical Insurance Permissions and other official formalities
Tibet Visa

Best Season: Mid April to early September will be a good time to visit Tibet.