Mount Kailash and Manasarovar lake is situated in the south-eastern part of the Ngari. Mt. Kailash is also well known as Tise. This legendary holy peak and the lake is regarded as the most sacred pilgrimage destination in Asia. For Hindu, Buddhists and Bons the mountain is the spiritual center of the universe. For Hindus Kailash represents the seat of Lord Shiva, & for the Buddhists a terrestrial projection of the cosmic mandala of dhyani-Buddhas and Bodhisattavas, the wheel of life. To make a round trip (Cora) is most important, to pay respect to the Lord Shiva will open the door of heaven to those devotees. For the trekkers, it is a magical place. Tarchen is a town situated close by Kailash & it is a most facilited place on the route. We could make some side trip further ahead to Kailash from here & this is nearly the starting point of the round trip of Kailash. Mansarovor and Rakchhes lakes lie at the mountain's southern foot. You can fly to Simikot in the west of Nepal and start trekking through Humla before entering Tibet from where you will travel overland by ragging vehicles to the base. Then you again begin your trek around the mountain sharing your route with pilgrims from all over the world.
Program Itinerary :
Day 01 Kathmandu (1300m.) arrival Pick up from the airport & Drive to Hotel
Day 02: Kathmandu
Morning: breakfast/ guided tour of Pashupatinath, Boudanath and Soyambhunath, lunch. Afternoon: final preparation for Kailash tours.
Day 03 Drive Kath. To Zhangmu/Nyalam (3700m) 175 Km /9 hrs. Over Night at Guesthouse: Activities: Journey begins at 5:30 AM.The road follows the river valleys of the Sunkosi and Bhotakosi passing through green hills after 4/5 hours drive we get to the Tibetan boarder in Tatopani. Accommodation: Zhangmu/Nyalam.
Day 04 Rest day for acclimatization Over Night at Guesthouse
Activities:Nyalam (3700m) this day gives us a chance to rest and acclimatize to the high altitude. It is important to stay hydrated and extremely aware of your body’s physical condition. Accommodation: Nyalam Guest house
Day 05: Drive to Saga (4200m) 232km / 8 hrs. Over Night at Guesthouse / Camp Activities : The road climbs up to the La Lung La pass (5124m) then drops down before heading western part of Tibet. Road to east goes to Lhasa, capital city of Tibet. Our road goes to west past to Tibet and the driving is difficult, but the stunning views of the Himalayas and in particular Shisha Pangma (8012m) and other tiny mountain more than make up for the rough travel. By late afternoon we will cross the Bhramaputra River and a quick drive will bring us to Saga.
Accommodation : Camp or Lodge.
Day 06: Drive to Paryang (4500m) 285 km / 8 hrs. Over Night at Guesthouse / Camp Activities: Passing through the gigantic valleys following the various rivers through the grazing lands of yaks, sheep and mountain goats. The landscape is highlighted by snow capped mountain peaks rising out of the distant sand dunes. Depending on the season, many Tibetan nomads and traders in traditional dress will inhabit this area. Accommodation: Camp Overnight.
Day 07: Drive to Lake Manasarovar (400m) 298km / 9 hrs. Over Camp Activities: The longest driving to mountain Kailash and Manasarovar Lake in Tibet. By late afternoon the drive through the green pastures and huge valleys gives way to the first sighting of Mt Kailash and Lake Manasarovar. We will drive to Thogu holiest bathing gate of Manas. Accommodation: Camp Overnight
Day 08: Drive to Tarboche (4600m) 65Kms. Over night camping
Lake Manasarovar (4500m) is regarded as the most holy of all of Tibet’s many lakes. According to Hindu and Buddhist cosmology the four great rivers of the Indian sub-continent, the Brahmaputra, Ganges, and Indus all arise from the lake. It is said that Lord Vishnu floated in it for an perpetuity, dreaming, until the life force stirred, and out of the water’s infinite potential sprang forth all of creation. This day offers a wonderful opportunity to see the great lake Manasarover with Mountain Gurula Mandhata (7728m) on south and mount Holy Kailash on the north. After bath and Puja drive to Darchen and Tarboche Acommodation: Camping.
Day 09 trek to Dirapuk (4800m) Over Night at Camp Activities: Starting trekking around Kailash begins at Tarboche. As we make our way along the route we pass numerous chortens as well as the sky burial site of the 84 Mahasiddas. We will also have wonderful views of cascading creeks, streaming water falls and the mighty west face of mount Kailash. We will pass the Chukku Gompa and 5 hrs later arrive at the Dirapuk Gompa where we will set up camp for the over night. Total hiking for the day will be 15 km 7 hrs.
Accommodation: Camping
Day 10: Trek to Zutulpuk Gompa (4790m) Over Night at Camp Activities: Today is the hardest part but holiest day of the pilgrimage trip in round Kailash, we will cross through a rocky expanse dotted with stone cairns draped with the clothes offered by pilgrims as a spiritual sign of death. Gaurikunda (lake) is one of the holiest sites to view/ visit from the top. Further hiking brings us to the accent up to Dormala-La pass (5630m). After a nice break at the top of the pass we will head down the steep trail to our eventual campsite at Zutul-Puk Monastery (the cave of miracles where Milarepa meditated) Total hiking for the day will be 18 km 8 hrs
Accommodation: Camping
Day 11 continue to Trek to Darchen and drive to Manasarovar Over Night at Camp
Trek to Tangsar Tangmar and drive to Manasarovar Hor a 3 hrs walk brings us to where the river emerges onto the Borkha plain. Our jeeps will be waiting to transport us to our camp at Lake Mansarovar.
Day 12: Trek to Darchen and drive to Manasarovar over Night at Camp
Trek to Darchen and drive to Manasarovar. Today is end of round mountain Kailash trek. Our jeeps will be waiting to transport us to our camp at Lake Mansarovar.
Day 13: Drive to Paryang Day 14: Drive to Saga Day 15: Drive to Nyalam Day 16: Drive to Kathmandu Day 17: Final Departure
Cost :
Group size:
Group joining basis
per person US $1550.00
per person INR 65,000.00
Single Supplement: USD 150 per person for NRI and INR 6500 per person for
Cost Includes
3 nights accommodation hotel (4 star) in Kathmandu in BB plan
Half day sightseeing in Kathmandu valley
Equipments: Two Men tent, dining tent, toilet tent, Mattresses for Tibet tours & Trekking
Trekking staffs - Cook, Cook helper & guide
Fresh food cooked by our cook, meal will be pure vegetarian & Non vegetarian
Japanese Land cruser 4WD 4500 model and support truck for carry food + staff
Mini bus Kathmandu - Tatopani - Kathmandu(Nepal-Tibet Boarder).
English speaking guide from Nepal
Monastery Entrance fee,
Mount Kailash permit,
Tibet visa &Travel Permit
Yaks and Yak man for 3 days round Mount Kailash ( payable )
Gamo Bag (Altitude Air pressure bag )
Emergency oxygen, Mask and regulator (If use, pay it)
Airport Pick up drop
Satellite phone (Pay calls)
Well come dinner & farewell dinner in Kathmandu
Company Service charge
Cost Excludes
Personal expenses
International Airport tax USD 25.00
Travel insurance, All expenses of personal nature
Bar bills and Beverage
Tips for staff
Photography charges
Rescue jeep incase needed if some one go back earlier than group
Personal clothes as like down jackets
Extra cost incurred in case of Landslide or natural problem.
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu
Sleeping bag & Jacket
Nepal visa and Re-Entry Nepal visa
Satellite Phone calls
What we provide to our clients:
Sleeping bag, down Jacket, Gamow bag and Oxygen and Mask-regulator. We are one of the company in Nepal who can provide Gamow bag.
We don't charge extra for the Parikrama. If you wish to yak or horse for ridding, the cost will be approx US$ 60 for Yak and USD 100 for horse payable directly to the yak herder. All Indian pilgrims are advised to hire one. You have to understand that the yaks are not domesticated but are meant to carry luggage.
Model of payments
45 days prior to tour departure date, 30 % of the total cost should reach Manaslu Adventure Treks Pvt. Ltd account by telex transfer with passport of client.
And full payment should make before departure to Kailash Manasarovar Yatra here in Kathmandu
Tour Cancellation policy
All notice of cancellation must be sent to our office in written. Verbal cancellations will not be entertained.
30 days before trip departure 5% of total trip cost.
20 days before trip departure 10 % of total trip cost.
15 days before trip departure 30% of total trip cost.
10 days before trip departure 50% of total trip cost.
01 -05 days before trip departure 75 % of total trip cost.
IMPORTANT PRE-DEPARTURE INFORMATION:
Clothing:
Casual wears and comfortable walking shoes are the comfortable of Tibet. Be sure to bring warm clothing as nights and early mornings can be quite cold. Indian Pilgrims strictly no Sari. Bring all the film, medicine, cosmetics, personal toilet items etc. that you will need from home as these are difficult if not impossible to obtain on the way. A small first aid kit is also a good idea. Also quite useful is a route map, to know where you are going and have been each day.
What to take:
Winter wear: Gore-Tex material, though expensive, is highly recommended. Down jacket, raincoat or windbreakers, thermal under wears, Jackets, warm trousers & woolen shirts (cotton will also do), warm sweaters, woolen gloves, sun hat, comfortable shoes, light leather boots in case of snow, woolen balaclava ('monkey cap') & scarf/dust mask to protect your eyes & nose from dust as well as enough cold cream. We will provide you down jacket and you can bring extra if you willing to take with you.
Bring with you:
Snacks along the way. Chocolates, dry fruit, toffees, glucose; 'Namkeen' etc. Strong water bottle & water purifying tablets. Personal medical kit and Diamox tablet (for high altitude). Sun glasses (to protect your eyes from UV, which is especially strong in high altitudes). Sun block or sun screen lotion, wet tissues (Fresh-ones are excellent to wipe off the dust), clothes-line/clips, needle & thread, deo-spray (handy for smelly boots/feet and for a round of spray in the toilet tent!), toilet paper, torch & spare batteries, daypack (small shoulder bag), Camera & films, Binocular.
Health:
This is one of the toughest high altitude road journeys on earth. You Must be physically fit - no two ways about that. Generally patients with asthma & heart problems have a problem acclimatizing to high altitudes. In your interests it is essential you should be examined by your doctor to know about your health condition and your ability to cope up with the rigors of high altitude travel for days in 'no road' conditions, extreme cold, dust, trekking to an altitude of 19,500ft during the Parikrama, etc.
Altitude Sickness:
As you are traveling over high terrain, you are likely to experience symptoms and discomfort of altitude sickness (headache, loss of appetite, nausea, exhaustion, sleeplessness, breathlessness etc.) until your body adjusts to the elevation. This can take a couple of days or more depending on an individual. For this reason alone, we have made it mandatory to stay 2 nights at Nyelam (12,000ft) and a night in Simikot those who take journey of Helicopter before moving on to the higher altitudes. Drink plenty of water, be calm, and do not exercise. Do not drink alcohol or smoke prior to and during the tour. We also recommend you carry a strip of diamox tablets. Do consult your physician on the dosage. We provide Gamow bag (a special equipment to prevent sickness from high altitude) on this tour.
Risks & Liability:
Manaslu Adventure Treks Pvt. Ltd and its associates will put every effort to make your journey smooth and pleasant. However, all the tours in Tibet are conduct strictly under the rules & regulation of Tibet Tourism Bureau (TTB). Therefore, Manaslu Adventure Treks Pvt. Ltd and its counterpart shall not be responsible for any change and alteration in the program due to unavoidable circumstances such as landslide, road blockage, flood, snow, political unrest, and cancellation of flight, delay arrival, sickness or accidents. Any extra cost incurred thereof shall be borne by the clients on the spot.
