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A surreal phenomenon. A majestic epiphany. A staggering revelation- Mount Kailash is not a destination,
it’s a journey- Kailash Mansarovar Yatra beyond all form of human imagination that takes you to an
elevation of 21,788 feet, and changes your life forever. Conquering formidable peaks, walking along
arduous terrains, a sense of isolation envelopes you on more instances than one during this expedition.
Overcoming this emotional upheaval while being constantly challenged physically, you return home a
winner beaming with invincibility. An evolution so palpable, the story of this metamorphosis is going to be
the stuff of bestsellers.
The abode of Lord Shiva for Hindus, home of Buddha Demchok according to Buddhists, the spiritual seat of
power per Bon followers, and the place where Rishabhadeva, the creator of Jain religion attained Nirvana-
Mount Kailash is a hero of mythological legends and an ultimate spiritual destination. While thousands of
pilgrims attempt this cathartic journey, only the ones truly driven are able to complete it successfully. And if
you are reading about it so intently, we are in no doubt about your superlative motivation.
The first step to this two-part life altering experience begins at Kathmandu where we offer prayers at
Pashupatinath and Budhanilkanth Temples to seek strength for the next 13 days. The prime reason that
drives people to take this demanding sojourn is the Lake Manasarovar Parikrama in which you
circumambulate around the mountain to wash away all your sins. This place is also known to be the
gateway to Nirvana or Moksha. Deem 70% of this ritual complete once you reach the highest glacial lake
near Mount Kailash, Lake Manasarovar. The remaining 30 ends with the trek.
While on the trek, you cross some of the most stunning landscapes, serene mountain towns, unique
mountain terrains, and high passes. A thrilling yet gruelling ordeal, your climb to an important milestone of
the route - the Derapukh, is worth every ounce of energy spent on the hike. The breathtaking view of the
first rays of the sun touching the peak, Mount Kailash painted gold, often called the “Golden Kailash” will
concretise your faith in it being called God’s very own.
Fierce winds, harsh weather, testing situations- you will have a million reasons to give up. But no one said
reaching God is going to be easy. The courage to keep going is deep within your heart and call it
transcendental, but to every impediment on the way lies a solution that appears in front of you just when
you think you have hit dead end.
Nothing better than what Sadhguru said, to sum up the trek to this spiritual realm,
A bewitching city in the foothills of the Himalayas, exploring Kathmandu is an experience- an emotion so
blinding- you will instantly fall in love with the place. With an air of affability, be prepared to be welcomed
with open arms as you visit one of the many busy streets of the city or stop by the courtyard's filled with dry
chilies and rice. Seek blessings at the temples or revel in the exquisite cultural glory of the place as you
view its enchanting sites. Dinner will be served at the hotel in the evening after which you get a good night's
sleep for the next day that marks the beginning of this fantastic trip.
The evening is booked for a short briefing program where you will be introduced to all your group members.
After having explored new places and made new friends, it’s time to get some sleep in the comfort of your
room.
Optional Trip: If you are interested in visiting some of the highest mountain peaks in the world that are in
Nepal, you can also opt for the optional mountain flight tour. An hour long flight that takes you over the
highest peaks, this is a once-in-a-lifetime kind of experience, which can be availed at an additional cost. If
you choose this, make sure you are ready at the hotel by 5.30 AM since the flight departs at 6.30 AM. Do
note - the flights are weather dependent.
Day 04: Safrubeshi Besi – Rasuwagadhi (2hrs drive) – Kerong (125 KMS | 4-5 hours | 13550 feet)
It's not often in your life that will get a chance to cross borders and step in another country on foot. Well,
today is one of those rare days that you will! After breakfast, we to drive to Rasuwagadi( 2hrs) to move to
the other side of the Nepalese border - the China side - on foot. A short halt till our team sorts the
immigration formalities; you will soon find yourself in a Chinese bus that takes you to Kerong. The bus,
controlled and guided by Tibetans are sturdy and comfortable. The Nepalese Sherpas accompanying you
will make sure food, water, and other equipment for your comfort are loaded on the bus.
Ensuring your smooth check-in at the guesthouse, we leave you to relax and spend the rest of your day at
leisure. With not much to do, you can take a walk to the nearby market while our help will set the kitchen
and serve you light snacks along with tea and coffee. An early dinner (served between 7 - 8 PM), we
suggest you rest well for the next day.
Important Remark: It may take some time for you to acclimatize to the weather in the city considering you
will be at the height of 13550 feet. To combat the feeling of discomfort, we suggest you drink as much water
as possible. It is also advised you consume soup, juice, tea, coffee, or hot water at regular intervals to keep
yourself hydrated and to keep breathing even.
Day 06: Kyirong - Saga - Dongba (310 KMS | 7 hours | 15091 feet)
After having adjusted to the place, we move on in our journey to Dongba. A beautiful drive through
mountain terrains, and past the panoramic view of the blue lake, Pieko-Tso. The spellbinding views of the
Yarlung Zangpo (the Brahmaputra River) as it flows alongside, and the northern route through the beautiful
town of Saga (15879 feet above sea level), will leave you amazed at God's beautiful creations. Soon there
is a shift in scenery and in front of you soar the high plains of Tibet - so soft, so gorgeous, and just so
photogenic. We then drive to Dongba, which is our halt for the night. You may want to begin getting used to
dormitory style rooms at your guesthouses or lodges by this time!
Day 07: Dongba - Lake Manasarovar (370 KMS | 6-7 hours | 15085 feet )
Seek divine blessing as we begin this challenging yet fulfilling journey to one of the highest and holiest
lakes in the world - Lake Manasarovar. Start your day with a scrumptious breakfast at 7:30 AM post which
we begin our drive to the lake. Our first stop is at Mayumla Pass, 4900 m above sea level where we halt for
permit formalities and lunch. Crossing the Mayumla Pass and Prayang County, you will catch the first
glimpse of Mount Kailash close to reaching the shores of the lake. While the colossal mountain may seem
intimidating, you feel a surge to conquer it - no matter what! Before heading to the lake, we visit our
guesthouse at Chiu Gompa to check-in (We may have to change our vehicle at this point depending on the
authorization from the local authorities. We may have to use the local buses operated in the region).
Congratulate yourself for achieving the feat of having reached Lake Mansarovar. Only those truly driven are
able to complete this part of the trek, which also marks completing 70% of the Sarovar Parikrama. The rest
will be completed when you trek to Mount Kailash. Spend some quality time at the lake as you revel in its
beauty. Breathe the fresh air, soak in the beauty of the place and meditate before we return to the
guesthouse. Overnight stay in your dormitory rooms at the lodge/guesthouse.
Day 08: Lake Manasarovar - Darchen (80 KMS | 2 hours | 15990 feet)
You spiritual sojourn truly begins today as we check out of the guesthouse in the morning and prepare for a
dip at the Lake Manasarovar. The holy dip is an overwhelming experience and you begin to feel the
spirituality of the place seep in you. Meanwhile we make sure all your needs are taken care of. We arrange
shower tents for ladies for changing clothes, and also find an apt spot for pilgrims to take the dip. You are
also free to do a puja or havan at a place near the lake. Once the rituals are done, we begin our journey to
the base of Mount Kailash - Darchen.
Get a glimpse of the Rakshas Tal (Demon's Lake), which lies on the other side of Lake Manasarovar during
our drive to the place. The base of Mount Kailash and the administrative hub of Kailash region, Darchen is
your stop point for tonight from where the circumambulation around Kailash begins. Explore the local
markets in the evening and return to your guesthouse for an overnight stay.
Optional Trip: We also arrange the Asthapad excursion trip from Darchen on request. However, one must
be prepared to trek from Darchen to Asthapad and back if there is no transport available. The tip is also
subject to the permission from local authorities. Tibetan Guides can be hired on direct payment basis.
Day 09: Yam Dwar (8 KMS Drive) Parikrama - Derapukh (12 KMS | 6 hours trek | 16587 feet)
The beginning of the end, we begin the trek to Mount Kailash today. A light breakfast will be served before
we move to Tarboche. Everyone in the group visits with the Yama Dwar, also known as the Gates of the
Lord of Death. This is the starting point of the Kailash Mansarovar Trek. People not going to the
parikrama will return to the guesthouse and wait for two days at the Darchen guesthouse for the others to
return. The others will continue their onward journey for the parikrama. You can either opt to travel on foot
or hire a horse/ yak or porter to successfully complete the journey. You can also get your Tibetan guide to
help you with the hire on direct payment basis. The horse/ yak or porter assigned to you will stay with you
The first day is a gradual ascent making it an easy trek for you. Walking along the Glacial River, we will be
able to reach Derapukh in 5-6 hours. We take a halt in between to consume our packed lunch. Since
Derapukh is freezing at most time, our lodging will be booked in advance. Derapukh is one of the closest
points to Mount Kailash, and the North face of the mountain is explicitly visible from here. Spellbinding,
mammoth, and breathtaking- the moment when you first view Mount Kailash will remain etched in your
memory forever. The temperature at night falls below zero degrees, so make sure you are well covered. As
soon as we reach the destination, we quickly check-in and eat a light dinner (Khichdi, soup etc.) and retire
in our beds.
Note: Hot drinkable water will be made available in the morning for the day. Please fill your bottle.
Day 10: Derapukh - Dolma-La Pass - Zuthulpukh (22 KMS trek | 10 hours | 18471 feet)
Gear up for the toughest day of the trek. Waking up as early as the crack of dawn, you witness the falling
rays of the sun on the Mount Kailash turning it into 'Golden Kailash.' The effort of waking up so early seems
worth every minute once you witness this gleaming beauty. A quick light breakfast, packing yourself some
lunch and a hot water bottle, we begin our trek to Zuthulphuk. The hike begins with a steep climb up to the
Dolma-La High Pass (5539 m). This may take up to 4 hours. The next few kilometres till Gauri Kund is a
steep descent. You soon touch a flat surface where you will have to walk for about 2.5 hours. The entire
process is about 9-10 hours and can prove to be pretty strenuous for an individual.
Try and maintain a consistent pace during the trek so that the maximum route is covered before the winds
start setting in. At the top of Domla-La, we visit a place called Shivasthal. Covered with prayer flags and
other Tibetan ornaments, the religious faith suggests that people who leave their clothes or other personal
items here will find it in heaven after their death. This is one place where you truly feel the divine connect,
and it is no wonder that people who return from here are usually not the same any more.
A visit to Mount Kailash changes everything around them - inside and out. The downhill trail from here
begins after you have enjoyed your packed lunch. It is going to be a tough descent because of all the rocky
paths and loose stones that cover your path. This chunk of your trek needs extensive care and
concentration. For people traveling on yaks and horses, it is advised you get down from it for a few
kilometers and cover this path on foot. As soon as we reach Zuthulphuk, we will have our guesthouse or
fixed tent with beds, bedsheet, and warm blankets. Stay in your dormitory till your meal is prepared and
after a quick dinner, get back to the warmth of your bed.
Note: Hot drinkable water will be made available in the morning for the day. Please fill your bottle.
Note: About 3-4kms trek (ascend and descend) near Dolma La pass is steep and rocky.
Day 11: Darchen (8 KMS Trek) and drive to Dongba (3-4 hours trek| 8 KMS | 340 KMS | 6 hours drive)
The last day of the trek is relatively shorter and quicker. 3-4 hours of trekking and we reach the base camp
to move to the town of Darchen. Ambling downhill, you will soon see an accessible road from Darchen,
which will take you to the guesthouse to join the other members of the group.
Sharing travel stories and eating lunch with them, we continue our drive to Dongba. This marks the end of
the parikrama. If folklore is to be believed, you have successfully washed away all your sins of this birth and
are on your road to attaining nirvana. Finally, relax at the guesthouse today and overnight stay at Darchen.
Wake up to a beautiful morning with the feeling of accomplishment of having completed the Lake
Mansarovar Parikrama. We make our way to the town of Saga, and once again cross the bridge over the
shimmering Brahmaputra River. Covering the beautiful vast plains of Tibet, stunning Himalayan views keep
you company all through the trip, and enhancing the beauty of the landscape are the Shishapangma and
the Pieko- Tso Lake. Well pitched roads and mountainous terrain, this driving adventure ends when we
reach Kyirong and stay there overnight.
Say goodbye to Tibet today as we drive towards the border after breakfast. Taking the required permission
from Nepalese Immigration Control in Rasuwagadi, we sit in a vehicle to drive to the Nepal side. Sit back
comfortably for the next 8-10 hours till you reach Kathmandu. This is the best time to recollect every
moment spent on the trek, every hurdle crossed, and every new experience you’ve gained during your time
here. Dinner and overnight stay at the hotel in Kathmandu.
Today, pack to take a flight back home from Tribhuvan International Airport. With renewed energy and a
fresh perspective on life, return to your folks with exciting tales of your last 14 days.
Package Exclusions
1. GST 5%
2. Nepal entry visa fee for NRIs or Foreign Nationals
3. Horse / Porter during the Parikrama
4. Personal expenses , Bottled drinks
5. Travel Insurance, Emergency Rescue & Evacuation.
6. Tips for tour leader, Tibetan guide, Sherpa staff & Driver;s .
7. Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu in case of early arrival from Kailash.
8. Any additional cost due to natural calamity and unforeseen circumstances
Important: The booking stands liable to be cancelled if 100% payment is not received less than 45 days
before date of departure
Cancellation Policy
CANCELLATION POLICY
Cancellation charges per person
More than 45 days before the date of departure: 25% of total cost
45 days to date of departure: 100% of total cost.