Mount Kailash & Mansarovar Yatra

Introduction

The Tibetan Plateau’s western section contains the holy Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar. It is located in the Himalayas’ northernmost section. Mount Kailash, also known as Mount Meru and Kang Rinpoche, or snow gem, is a 6714m high summit.
It has been one of the holiest destinations for most religions, including Buddhists, Hindus, Jains, and Bonpos, for thousands of years. Hindus walk a ‘Parikrama’ or pilgrimage to Kailash Mansarovar during the Kailash Mansarovar yatra. It is approximately 32 miles around Mount Kailash’s circle. It is thought that it cleanses the soul of all sins.
People believe that Lord Shiva dwelled in meditation on its top. As per the Legend in the Hindu religion, the lake was first created in the mind of the Lord Brahma. Hence, in Sanskrit, it is Mansarovar, a combination of Manas (sense) and Sarovar (lake). Many pilgrims visit the place with full devotion in Kailash Mansarovar yatra.
Similarly, both the names Kang (Kailash) and Mapum (Manasarovar) hold special religious significance among the followers of Bon, Tibetan Buddhism, Hinduism, and Jainism. For Bon followers, Kang Rinpoche is a pillar of the universe and a sacred place where Guru Rinpoche is said to have attained enlightenment. Buddhists believe Kang Rinpoche as the meditating seat of Buddha. Likewise, Hindus consider Kailash as the abode of Lord Shiva and his consort Parvati while Jain believe their first saint, Rishabhanath, achieved liberation/freedom after meditating atop the mountain.

What is the significance of Kailash Yatra ?

Kailash and Mansarovar hold a significant place in the spiritual and natural realms due to their association with the origin of water and their profound religious significance. This enchanting and mystical location has captivated individuals for various reasons. Exploring the sacred journey to these pristine snowy wonders, Mount Kailash and the revered Mansarovar Lake, is highly recommended. Mount Kailash is traditionally considered the Axis Mundi, symbolizing the cosmic center of the world, where the celestial and terrestrial realms converge. It is believed to be the sacred point where heaven and earth meet. The spiritual importance of Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar, including the revered Mansarovar Lake, has been deeply ingrained in the human imagination since ancient times. According to Hindu legends and Puranas, the genesis of the lake can be traced back to the contemplation of Lord Brahma, the creator. The name “Manasarovar” in Sanskrit is derived from ‘Manas’ (mind) and ‘Sarovar’ (lake), reflecting its divine origin in the mind of the deity. Additionally, in Hindu beliefs, Mount Kailash is regarded as the divine abode of Lord Shiva, representing the sacred center of the Earth and a manifestation of heavenly realms.
Tibetan Buddhists identify Kailash as the abode of the Buddha Demchok, symbolizing supreme harmony. The Tibetan ‘Bon Po’ religion views Mount Kailash as its spiritual seat of power. In Jainism, Kailash is known as Mount Ashtapada, where eight rishis meditated, and where the faith’s creator, Rishabhadeva, attained liberation from the cycle of life and rebirth. Located just 21 kilometers from Mount Kailash, the Manasarovar Lake, nestled in front of Mt. Gorla Mandata, is renowned for its purity, healing properties, and the ability to absolve mortal sins. Drinking the holy water is believed to grant instant recognition of “Shivalok,” and according to the Ramayana, those who circumambulate and bathe in the lake will directly reach heaven upon death. The Kailash Manasarovar yatra offers an intense spiritual journey, featuring meditation sessions, Sathsangs (spiritual discourses), and more. The pilgrimage includes a visit to the breathtaking Manasarovar Lake, followed by a challenging yet fulfilling trek to the North face of Kailash, allowing for meditation in the presence of the mighty peak. This expedition is both demanding and rewarding, resulting in a transformative and enlightening experience that defies description. Prepare for extraordinary encounters – from cliff-top monasteries and yak caravans traversing snowy passes to the majestic Himalayan peaks. Above all, be ready for profound self-reflection and spiritual insight. As the legend goes, you return home with “a little bit of Kailash in your heart and mind.” Our team of skilled local Nepalese, along with trained teachers and volunteers, is committed to assisting you at every step of this unforgettable journey. The Kailash Manasarovar parikrama, spanning 52km, will be open between the end of May and the end of September, with dates available for 2024.

Exceptional Yatri Experience

We offer a bespoke artisan client experience based on the Hindu culture of 'Guest is God!' (Atithi Devo Bhava!)

Sherpa Mountain Journey is a charitable organisation that provides the most authentic experience for the discerning Yatri who demands nothing but the best.

Safe and Well-Managed Journeys

We want you to have the safest, most luxurious experience from the day you arrive to the day you leave. No detail will be left to chance.

We will micromanage your journey to allow the best acclimatisation. Going to altitude is no joke and requires the best preparation. We will instruct you on preparations before the Yatra and also during.

Karma Sherpa has summited Everest seven times, guiding numerous clients to the summit. He is a high-altitude specialist and knows how to prepare his clients, young and old, in the best way to ensure that your mind is not worrying about your body but is focused on the spiritual attainment that is the goal of your Yatra.

Unique Spiritual Achievements

We use the best hotel facilities that have oxygen-fed rooms, but the thing is, YOU WON'T need them! We ensure that all our clients are well-prepared and safe by not rushing your Yatra.

A few extra days of acclimatisation have a huge benefit and very little cost compared to the cost of your time. To achieve your dreams of Kailash Charan Sparsh, we will ensure that every Yatri will make it to Charan Sparsh as long as you are able to walk.

We don't just leave you to it! We will provide guided assistance to ensure that you complete this most significant spiritual Pooja in small, well-managed groups.

Take a look at our videos. This year, we were the only team to reach Charan Sparsh and actually touch Kailash and the lotus feet of Shiva.

We use time-honoured climbing techniques to provide safe passage over the final crevasse so that you can be at one with Shiva. No other Yatra can provide this level of expertise and management.

Catering and Hydration

Our food is prepared by our own chef who will cater to your needs. A fully vegetarian diet will be ensured on the Yatra.

Bottled filtered mineral water supply will be provided daily. We advise you to drink 3 litres of water per day which will be provided by us.

Diamox can also be provided to aid with acclimatisation and any altitude issues.

Comprehensive Support

The team doctor will travel with us to ensure that all Yatris will have a safe time.

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Highlights

Full-day sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley UNESCO world heritage sites (Pashupatinath, Gujeswari Temple, Jal Narayan, and Boudhanath Stupa)
Charan Sparsh is a sacred walk from Derapuk to the feet of Kailash Parvat in the north face side.
Driving on the well-paved road until the base of Mt. Kailash (Darchen)
3 Days Mt. Kailash Parikrama 39 KM walking (option: can take horse)
Crossing Highest Pass Dolma La while in Mt. Kailash Parikrama
Exploration of Lake Manasarovar and its surroundings

Due to its high religious significance, Mt. Kailash has always remained an unclimbed mountain till now. The mountain is sacred to the Hindus, Buddhists, Bons, and Jains. According to the Hindu mythology, the mountain has been regarded as the abode of Lord Shiva. Many attempts have been made in the past to get to the summit, but none succeeded due to extreme weather conditions the moment they set foot on the mountain. Although the Chinese government, during the mid-80s, offered Reinhold Messner, the Italian alpinist authorization to climb Mt. Kailash, he simply declined the offer after protest from mountaineers around the world. The Chinese government then got the message and banned any future climbing attempts. There isn’t much information, but it is believed that the only person to reach the summit was the Tibetan Buddhist yogi, Milarepa in the 11th century.

New: Mount Kailash Vlog w/ Karma Sherpa a & Dr Amit Kotecha

Toilet Facilities

Unlike most tours, we go the extra mile to provide portable toilet facilities, particularly for women.

Trip Overview

Total Duration: 14 Days
Trip Grade: Challenging
Max Altitude: 5400m
Group Size: 5 - 20 Start /End: Kathmandu
Trip Type: Pilgrimage Tour
Accommodation: Hotel/Teahouse

Detailed Trip Itinerary

14 Days Kailash Overland Yatra by Bus from Kathmandu

Day 01

Altitude: 1400 m. Early morning arrival in Kathmandu, we collect all Yatri's passport & apply For Biometric and Tibet visa for Kailash Manasarovar tour. In the evening, Aarati Darshan in Pasupatinath temple as well as Aarati holy dance bank of holy river Baghmati front of Pasupatinath temple. This is the musical Ganga Arati Dance. After that we get back to hotel and have a vegetarian buffet dinner.

Day 02

Altitude: 1400 m. Guided holy sightseeing in Kathmandu valley to 3 places. Kailash Nath Mahadev Statue is the one of the tallest Shiva temples in Nepal. It is second tallest Hindu deity after Garuda wisnu Kencana Statue in Bali, Indonesia. Kailash Nath Shiva statue is situated in Sanga, Nepal and about 20 km far from Kathmandu center point. The statue is 144 feet / 44 m in tallness, and was created utilizing copper, zinc, cement and steel. After Sanga, we drive to Doleshwar Mahadev Temple.

Day 03

Altitude: 1400 m. In the morning, Kailash pilgrims are taken to Pasupatinath temple for Rudra Consecration called Rudra Abhishek, Hawan and Aarati. Brahmin priests prepare for fire offering Hawan in Pavilion (Mandap) and do Sankalpa Pooja in the beginning followed by Swastibachan (Preaching), Nyas, Rudra preaching and Mahamritunjaya (Death victory) Pooja. After Rudra Abhishek, join Panchamrit Pooja in Pasupatinath temple every day 9:30 AM to 11 AM Bhatta pujari. Offering is available in the temple but it is a payable Pooja and with Pooja Thali, milk, Rudrachhe mala, flower garland and a lamp. Devotee offers it to the priest. By offering Panchamrit Pooja for load Pasupatinath fulfills all the desired wishes for Kailash Manasarovar Yatra / tour. The ceremony ends after Prasad and Rudraccha mala. This Pooja is available only Hindu devotees. Other Religion are not allowed to enter main gates. In the afternoon, we start sightseeing with holy guide to Budhanilkantha (Jal Narayan) Vishnu Temple located in Budhanilkantha, Nepal, is a Hindu open-air temple dedicated to Lord Vishnu. Budhanilkantha Temple is situated below the Shivapuri Hill at the northern end of the Kathmandu valley & can be identified by a large reclining statue of Lord Vishnu.

Day 04

Altitude: 1500 m. Today, this will be the first day of Yatra. We travel from Kathmandu to Ghatte Khola (Nepal) 152 km and further to Nepal Tibet border on a private tourist coach. It takes 6 to 7 hours' drive to reach Ghatte Khola from Kathmandu. Trisuli Bazaar will be our lunch spot on the way. Standard hotels and lodges with fine Nepali and Indian cuisine for tourists and Kailash Yatri are available at Ghatte Khola.

Day 05

Altitude: 3700m. Kerung valley Tibet is our next destination. Our entire visa and passport will be checked at Nepal immigration office at Ghatte Khola. After completing immigration formality, we continue driving or walking for 20 minutes to Rasuwagadi bridge and then cross the friendship bridge from Nepal to Tibet. Your visas will be checked at Tibetan immigration office one by one. Once complete, our Tibet guide will receive you with travel permit for Kailash Manasarovar tour/Yatra. He will deal with all the immigration formalities and take you via Tibetan bus / van or Jeep to Kerung valley. Kerung valley is 24km far from Nepal Tibet border. Kerung valley is a local Tibetan settlement with fine accommodation facility in tourist standard 3- and 4-star hotels.

Day 06

Altitude: 4450 m. On this day, we drive from Kerung to Saga. The drive which takes 5-6 hours goes past Salt Lake with beautiful views of Tibetan landscape and its nomadic communities. As we drive from Kerung to Saga, relish the snow-capped mountain vistas and cross the lofty Lalung La Pass at 5,200 meters (17,060 feet). From there,we can enjoy a magnificent panorama of the Himalayan peaks, including Gaurishanker, Shishapangma, and Langtang Himal, and cross the sacred Brahmaputra River Warm lunch box will be served on the way. Eventually you will cross the Yarlung Sangpo (Brahmaputra) River before reaching Saga and stay overnight in Saga.

Day 07

Altitude: 4450 m Acclimatization in Saga Bazaar, day hiking above the city 4800m or you can rest in hotel.

Day 08

Altitude: 4600m. Saga Bazaar – Manasarovar Lake, we move forward passing Dongba, Prayang and reach to the adjoining point of Brahmaputra River. Brahmaputra is basically formed from the amalgamation of two rivers: One, flowing from Gangdici river of Himalayan Range and other is Tima Yangjong River flowing from Tibetan Himalayan Ranges and flow through Saga, Shigatse and other places at Tibet and ultimately gets mixed into the Gulf of Bengal. Here we stop our van or bus and have our lunch. After lunch, driving continues, we reach Hor near the holy Lake Manasarovar observing beautiful scenes and naked hills. From here, we can have the fantastic view of Manasarovar Lake, Mount Gurla Mandhata and Kailash Parbat. This Manasarovar Lake circumambulation is of total 102 km distance. According to the local people, it takes three days to circumambulate for local residents, but it takes 5 to 7 days for the tourists or pilgrims by walking.

We arrive at a place called Hor Quo and from here the circumambulation of Manasarovar Lake begins. We should travel via Blue Bus organized by Nangri Tourism Board from Hor to round Manasarovar Lake and further. It is strictly compulsory to travel by Blue Bus while circumambulating Manasarovar Lake. Its route starts from Hor and extends up to Chiu Monastery, Darchen and Yam Dwar and come back to hor. We carry hot lunch boxes and, on the way, stop somewhere and take Lunch. We will make a half complete rotation of Manasarovar Lake in about 2 hours. You can see 8 of Buddhist monasteries during the circumambulation and finally reach top hills and same time you can see Rakshas Lake and Manasarovar Lake.

Day 09

Altitude: 4650m. We will find a safe spot to bathe outside of Manasarovar Lake. Our staff will fix a bathing tent and bring holy water from Manasarovar Lake for bathing all Yatri’s. After bath, Our Nepali Braman Pandit starts Rudra Abhishek, Hawan, Aarati, Pilgrims can be offering water (Tarpan), flowers, and money to the Lord Shiva & Mata Parvati. Some are meditating and others reciting the names of their ancestral gods, performing the Hawan (offering grains mixed with purified butter to the fire) in the name of gods and ancestors, in order to relieve themselves from any known or unknown sins. They exchange happiness on the completion of Pooja and Aarati (Butter lamps). Take Lunch and drive from Manasarovar Lake to Darchen (4600 meters – 40 kilometers) overnight at Darchen and stay at a 4-star hotel.

Pilgrims are not allowed to take holy dip into the Lake Manasarovar since 2018. In the morning, with breakfast or without, our staff put big tent for bath inside of tent by Manasarovar holy water. Staff will put drum inside water. After bath, pilgrims offer Tarpan / holy water offering, flowers, money to the God and splashing water among each other with much joy and enthusiasm. Will be preparing for worship and Rudra Abhishek, Hawan, Aarati, chanting Shiva mantra by Nepal Braman Pandit which is providing our company All the pilgrims can do prey for Lord Shiva and reciting the names of their ancestral gods, performing Hawan (offering grains mixed with butter to the fire) in the name of gods, in order to relieve themselves from any kind of sins which they might have committed knowingly or unknowingly. Finish all spiritual activities and take Lunch, After Lunch, drive to Darchen and it is 40KM and takes 1 hour drive. Darchen is the base camp of mount Kailash. From here Kailash circuit 53km starting and ending. Overnight in Darchen.

Day 10

Altitude: 4900m. Darchen to Dirapuk: This is the first day of Kailash Parikrama/Kora. Morning drive to Yam Dwar and start walking to Dirapuk (4890 meters/11 kilometers). We start for Kailash circumambulation [kora] Circuit/Round/Parikrama from Yam Dwar. It takes 20 minutes for Blue bus to reach there as it is at a distance of only 6km. This place is also known as Yam Dwar. Getting off from the bus at Yam Dwar, all the pilgrims provide offering to Lord Shiva.

Then, we move round the Yam Dwar for three times. According to Hindu religion, this place is known as the Gate of the God of Death (Yam Dwar). Yam Dwar is built in the shape of a temple. Inside there are 3 bells hanging and are called Brahma, Vishnu and Maheshwar. In this temple, we make 3 circuits, then enter inside of door, ring the bell and get out and continue walking or riding pony to Dirapuk on the first day of Parikrama. (Journey on foot begins from Yam Dwar) Physically disabled pilgrims distantly pay homage to Kailash Parbat and return to Darchen because the visit of Yam Dwar is believed to get equally religious gain as they do for Kailash Parbat itself. This path/trail is somehow busy with pilgrims, horses, local porters, yaks, and Nepali workers.

After 3 hours long walking along the riverside path we stop for our lunch sport. Kailash Parbat can be seen clearly from here. Below the Parbat we can see a big stone in the shape of an elephant. It is believed that God Indra rides on it. After a 2-hour long walk, we can reach Dirapuk. There is a Dirapuk Monastery situated on the edge of Lha Chhu River. The name of this place is given from the name of Monastery itself. This Monastery is located at a height of 4900m. above sea level. The scene of Kailash from here is like heaven. Hundreds of pilgrims arrive at Dirapuk from Yam Dwar riding on the horse or on their foot every day.

Here, some Yatri prefer to take pony & local porter for the 3 days. (If you would like to take pony and porter, you should tell the Tibetan guide in advance for arrangement.) On this day, you have to walk continuously for about 5 to 6 hours. Yaks will carry all our goods and equipment and your bags. From Dirapuk, you can see north face of Mt. Kailash very closed, overnight stay at Dirapuk mud house/ guesthouse. <br>

Day 11

Altitude: 4900m. After breakfast, Pilgrims walk for 4 hours (4kms) from Dirapuk to touch the feet/base of Mount Kailash which is known as Charan Sparsh 5300 m. Yatri’s report feeling like and believe that they have been blessed by Lord Shiva by touching the base of Kailash Mountain. Pilgrims offer Pooja and seek blessings from lord Shiva. While returning back, takes around one and half hour to 2 hours and it is day tour / Yatra from Dirapuk.

Day 12

Altitude: 4790 m. Walking from Dirapuk to Zuthulpuk (4790 meters - 21 kilometers). This is an important day as we have to cross the pass called Dolma La or Dorma La Pass, which is 5636 meters above sea level. Weather here is unpredictable with imminent snowstorm so it's important to start our journey as early as possible. When we come down about 10 minutes from Dolma La pass, on the right-hand side you can see a holy lake called PARVATI KUND, we need to go steep down till Shapje Datok and then onto Zuthulpuk monastery. Again, our night stay will be at a mud house or guest house.

Many of them bring holy water from the Kund to their home.

Day 13

Altitude:4450m. Walking from Zuthulpuk to Chongdo (Zong Dho) and drive to Darchen. Continue to Prayang, Dongba and finally we reach Saga Bazaar. Overnight stay here.

Day 14

Altitude: 3700m. Drive from Saga to Kerung for 5 to 6 hours. It will be last night stay at Kerung in Tibet side.

Day 15

Drive from Kerung to Kathmandu. After our breakfast, we drive to Nepal-China Friendship Bridge near Rasuwagadi. Passing through customs and immigration formalities on both Tibet and Nepal side, we continue our drive to Kathmandu for about 7/ 8 hours. In Kathmandu you will be dropped to your hotel. You will have your lunch on the way back to Kathmandu.

Day 16

You will be taken to Kathmandu Airport from hotel for final departure.

Recommendations for Kailash Yatra

Prior to the trip:

Walking

You must engage in trekking or hiking before your Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. You can follow the guided itinerary for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra tour. It is crucial if you plan on performing the “parikrama” of Mount Kailash Mansarovar yatra. Walk at least 4 to 5 km daily to get your body used to the activity. If you don’t have an active lifestyle, it makes you hard. Make it; start by walking a few kilometers daily, then aim to increase that amount as much as possible.

Jogging

Try to step up your workout routine by step and start jogging if you’re capable of already walking a few kilometers each day. Despite what it may look like at first, jogging is not challenging. Jogging is a terrific way to raise your body’s fitness level and will expand your lung capacity. This will help you with your Kailash Mansarovar yatra.

Climb Stairs

You can begin your workout by walking up the stairs. You need to climb the steps as much as you can. Both the home and the office would enjoy this. As often as you can, choose the stairs instead of the elevator. Walking up and down the stairs is preferable to joining a gym or purchasing a treadmill.

Aerobics

Before embarking on the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, you don’t need to join a gym and bulk up. It is enough to enroll in an aerobics class nearby. Even better, join a group of neighbors who share your interests and practice aerobics.

You can find inspiration by watching videos on YouTube. Examinations of health: before joining Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. It is essential to visit the doctor and discuss your trip plans. He will request that you undergo a few tests. This will boost your confidence before the Yatra. Please see your doctor to get examined for this trek.

During the trip

Let yourself feel excited and relaxed.
Stop chatting, shouting, or talking.
Take a third of your regular stride and pace while you walk.
Don’t overload yourself.
Fifteen minutes of walking and you can rest briefly in Kailash Mansarovar yatra.
Anytime you feel uneasy, stop, take a break, and unwind.
Avoid fights and disregard abrupt outbursts from your fellow travelers.
Never ascend too fast or too high.
Drink a lot of water; never go forward on an empty stomach.
Put on your headphones and listen to your favorite music, bhajans, or other forms of chanting.
You can even recite a prayer or imagine the world around you with your positive ideas.
Take care not to get sick or catch a cold.
Being overdressed is preferable.
Avoid bathing or drinking water from lakes, streams, or rivers. It is unsuitable for your system as you are not ok with it.
In the tent, wear your boots or Keds.
During prolonged driving periods, shield yourself from the sun and wind. Hands, feet, and face must be covered full.
Potholes occur on uneven terrain, steep slopes, and slippery banks. Take care when walking and looking around the scene. If possible, don’t do both at the same time.
Always pay attention to your guide or an experienced person.
Always stick with your group through the journey.
Overexertion is to avoid this excursion better.
Drink a lot of water, at least 3 liters per day.
Keep your body warm by wearing thick clothes.

Kailash Yatra Tour Cost

Per Person USD $5000 (Deluxe package)

Cost Includes:

Arrival in Kathmandu Airport, transfer to hotel, welcome drink.
Evening visit Pashupatinath temple Arati, Pooja, holy Darshan.
Pashupatinath and Budhanilkantha (Sleeping Vishnu) Darshan.
Mount Kailash orientation for Kailash & Manasarovar Lake tour.
4 nights 5-star hotel in Kathmandu (double-bed and room sharing basis).
3 meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) pure vegetarian meals.
Drive Kerung-Tibet Border-Kathmandu by private tourist coach.
Bus 16 – 29 Seaters or Van for whole group travel to Kailash tour/Yatra
Tibet side for less than 20 persons, provide air-condition minibus.
We serve guest house- mud house Kailash- Manasarovar Yatra
Nepali team leader with fluent speak English/ Hindi language.
Chef (who can prepare Indian dishes as per your requirement)
Cook, cook helper and full support Nepali staff (Sherpa guide)
Support truck to carry food- Kailash-equipment, Nepali staff.
Yak and yak man for round kora (Parikrama) Mt. Kailash Yatra
Oxygen cylinder with mask & regulator for emergency use
Kailash basic first aid kit box, altitude sickness medicine Diamox
Life medical insurance for Nepali Kailash staff and team leader
A duffel bag and day pack for Kailash- Manasarovar tour / Yatra
Kailash travel permit & Tibet visa for Kailash -Manasarovar tour
We provide poling privet toilet tent outside-guesthouse/hotel.
Rudra Abhishek, Hawan, Arati in Pashupatinath with Pandit

Cost Excludes:

Additional services for Kailash Tour:
1 big oxygen bottle tanks in each bus surface with mask-regulator.
4 Poisk Russian oxygen tank for Kailash Kora with Mask & Regulator.
Blood pressure checking machine for team, everyday check for Yatri.
Oximeter for checking our Yatri’s oxygen concentration in blood every day.
We provide altitude medicine Diamox Pills for Kailash circuit Tour.
We provide 3 bottles of Mineral (3 liters) water per day for 1 Yatri.
Gamo Bag (altitude life safe chamber bag) for altitude sickness

Additional Services

We welcome all our Kailash Yatri’s in KTM airport with Flower garlands.
On the evening of arrival day, we will have a Holy Aarati and Darshan of Pashupatinath with a tour guide.
The Second day morning, we will have a Rudra Abhishek, Hawan, Aarati outside of Pashupatinath gate with Braman priests, chanting Rudra Abhishek mantra. Time approximately 2 hours.
After Rudra Abhishek, special spiritual holy Darshan inside Pashupatinath Temple with Thali Pure Cow Milk, flower garland, Rudraksha garland (Mala) with Prasad, will do oil Lamp burning to main Shiva ling in Pashupatinath temple offering you through priest and after offer Prasad, Mala to take back to you and your family.
Rudra Abhishek, Hawan, Arati will also be performed in Manasarovar with 1 Nepali priest.
Our Guide and staff will be highly professional for Kailash Manasarovar Yatra/Tour.
If our Kailash Yatri wants to meet Chief priest of Pashupatinath temple, we try to arrange meeting in Pashupatinath.
Horse ride during the Parikrama for 3 days.
Personal porter for Parikrama dolma pass 3 days.
Dirapuk to Darchen rescue jeep in case needed.
After dolma la pass from Tea shop to Darchen incase needed.

Packing List For Yatra

Small backpack for 3 days Mt. Kailash Parikrama/kora
Enough warm clothing for Mount Kailash Yatra / tour
Basic medicines (for minor injuries / lifesaving kits)
Any regular medicines that you have been prescribed.
Toiletries kit (soap, Shampoo, Toothpaste, toothbrush)
Water bottle / Thermos flask for hot water (2 liters bottle)
Sport shoes better for walking 3 days Kailash Parikrama
Gloves, Woolen socks (minimum 4 pairs), hand glove
Wool / Thermal coat undergarments, windproof jacket
Comfortable shirt and pants for doing Kora / Parikrama

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Notice:

Do not bring any books, magazines, or pictures about Tibet. A book about Buddhism, or any Lamas in the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra: the custom of China won’t allow entering with those kinds of materials. Do not take pictures or videos in Chinese customs, the Army, or the police station. Drone filming is also not allowed.

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b) For bookings more than 6 months before departure date, a 20% down payment for land package and 10)0%.

c 50% of total must be deposited within 14 days of trip.

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d) 0 – 07 days prior to departure date – 100% of the tour price including optional activities

5. Cancellation by SHERPA MOUNTAIN JOURNEY (Pvt.) Ltd
Sherpa Mountain Journey (Pvt.) Ltd reserves the right to cancel any trip prior to departure for any reason whatsoever, including political unrest, natural disaster, or other external events that contributes to the inability for us to operate the planned itinerary. If we cancel a trip, you may choose between applying the amounts paid towards an alternative trip and receiving a full refund. The refund of all payments received shall release Sherpa mountain journey any further liability. Sherpa Mountain Journey is not responsible for non-recoverable expenses incurred by customers in preparing for a cancelled trip, such as non-refundable advance purchase air tickets, visa fees, equipment, etc., nor for any necessary additional arrangements should the applicant have embarked prior to the individual's or group's departure date.

8. Travel Documents
it is a customer's responsibility to ensure that his/her international passport has a validity of at least 6 months from the date of departure. Relevant visas and vaccinations may be required. Cancellation fees apply for any cancellation due to non-approval of visas. We cannot be held responsible for any expenses, reimbursement, or refund of any tour fare if the customer is refused entry by any country during the travel period for whatever reasons including lack of necessary visas/documentation.

9. Insurance
Our tour package does not include travel insurance. We strongly recommend you purchase travel insurance that provides coverage against unforeseen circumstances such as trip cancellation, personal baggage loss, personal accident, medical evacuations, outdoor sports, injury, or illness. Please make sure your insurance covers the risk associated at high altitude of about 5630m.

10. Acceptance of Risk
you acknowledge that the nature of the trip is adventurous, and participation involves a degree of personal risk. You will be visiting places where the political, cultural and geographical attributes present and physical challenges are greater than those present in our daily lives. However, it is also your own responsibility to acquaint yourself with all possible relevant travel information and the nature of your itinerary. You acknowledge that your decision to travel is made in light of consideration of this information and you accept that you assume the personal risks attendant upon such travel.

11. Complaints
If you have a complaint about your trip, please inform your tour guide or our local representative at the time in order that they can attempt to rectify the matter. If satisfaction is not reached through these means, then any further complaint should be put in writing to us within 7 days after you returned from your tour.

12. Privacy Policy
Sherpa Mountain Journey (Pvt.) Ltd is dedicated to respecting and protecting your personal information. We do not sell or share the information you supply to us to third parties. We utilize your contact information and personal travel preferences to plan your trip and send you relevant travel news and updates. If you book a trip with us, we will disclose your contact information and specified preferences to our travel partners to ensure that your travel preferences and expectations are met, particularly in terms of safety and comfort.

Visa and Permit Update 2024:

People Republic of China has updated their visa and travel permits to Tibet and Mount Kailash for 2024. While travelling to Tibet Autonomous Zone a travelers or pilgrimage Yatri’s require a special travel permit and from the foreign affairs of China. The permits issuing is under control by the local travel agents of China/Tibet. After submitting the passport copy and travel the entire group gets an entry permit and sponsor granted paper. After that, every foreigner except (India) required to submit the 11 pages visa application form to China Visa Center and personally attend for the fingerprints (Biometric) process. After that within 2 to 3 working days Chinese embassy dispatch the group travel permit and visa to Tibet and Mt. Kailash.

So every traveler is required to arrive at least 2 to 3 working days before the planned trip in Kathmandu.

Visa & Documentation

You must have a Chinese visa and a Tibet travel permit to enter China and go to the Mount Kailash area. You need to be in Kathmandu at list 3 days before the trip departure because we need an original passport to apply for visa, Kailash Mansarovar sits in a remote part of Tibet, which is both a protected and a restricted area.

The Chinese visa is for groups they do not allow travel single person in Tibet. The paper-based group visa is only for traveling on the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.

Everyone must have this visa to enter China. Additionally, you need a Tibet Travel Permit issued by the Chinese government.

It would help if you had a passport to visit the Kailash Mansarovar yatra in Tibet. We will arrange it for you. We will do the entire visa application and documentation procedures at the time of the trip.

Emergency Rescue in Kailash

Since we are venturing to a country with strict regulation and policy when it comes to foreigners, services normally offered may not be possible. With that in mind, in case of a serious sickness or a casualty, which we believe will not happen; we will do everything to transfer you to the nearest hospital in Tibet, however, only land transportation is available for the emergency rescue in Kailash as no helicopter is allowed in any part of Kailash and Tibet even in case of an emergency rescue. Helicopter rescue is only possible from Nepal-Tibet border to Kathmandu.

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Our Kailash Team

Dr Amit Kotecha (UK Contact)

Dr Amit Kotecha is an avid thrill seeker, who has attempted 3 attempts at summiting Everest for CRUK and raising £117k in the process, he dives, parachutes, kayaks and thrives on the adrenaline buzz of any challenge.

+447887593997

Vathsala Rao (USA Contact)

Vathsala is an ardent travler, artic explorer and passionate about chasing sunsets, climbing mountains and diving into new cultures. Feel free to contact Vathsala if you are from the U.S.

+1 (470) 385-1892