Overview
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Helicopter from Kathmandu
Divine Path Travels is dedicated to offering pilgrims an unparalleled experience, ensuring a seamless and spiritually enriching journey to Mount Kailash. Our Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Helicopter from Kathmandu is meticulously designed to minimize physical strain, providing a comfortable and profound pilgrimage.
Itinerary Highlights
- Duration: 9 Nights / 10 Days
- Destinations: Kathmandu, Nepalgunj, Simikot, Hilsa, Purang, Mansarovar Lake, Darchen, Yam Dwar, Diraphuk, Dolma La Pass, Zuthulphuk
- Mode of Travel: Helicopter, Coach, and Trek
Journey Overview
While the majority of the journey is air-travelled, the trek to Dolma La Pass and Diraphuk is essential to fully immerse in the pilgrimage's spiritual essence. These treks offer profound experiences, connecting pilgrims with the sacred landscapes of Mount Kailash.
Embark on a Sacred Journey
Join us on this sacred journey, and allow Divine Path Travels to facilitate your path to Mount Kailash with comfort, devotion, and spiritual fulfillment.
Tour Plan
Day 1 Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrive in Kathmandu, where our representative will warmly welcome you at the airport. You will be assisted with the transfer and escorted to your hotel for check-in. Take some time to relax. Later, proceed for darshan at the sacred Pashupatinath Temple. In the evening, attend a program briefing followed by dinner and an overnight stay in Kathmandu.
Day 2 Flight to Nepalgunj
After breakfast in the morning, transfer to the airport for your flight to Nepalgunj. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and relax. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 3 Flight to Simikot and Acclimatization
This morning, after an early start, you will board a domestic flight to Simikot (approximately 45 minutes). Upon arrival in Simikot, it’s crucial to rest and allow your body to acclimatize to the higher altitude. In the afternoon, you can enjoy a gentle nature walk around the hillside, taking in the local scenery. The evening is at your leisure, followed by dinner and an overnight stay at your hotel in Simikot.
Day 4 Journey to Taklakot (Tibet)
Following breakfast, your journey continues with a scenic helicopter flight to Hilsa, located at the Nepali border (approximately 20 minutes). From Hilsa, a short 10-minute walk will take you to the Shera border, where you will cross into Tibet. Here, you will meet our Tibetan and Nepali support crew. Subsequently, you will embark on a drive to Taklakot (also known as Purang), situated at an altitude of 3900 meters (approximately 30 kilometers). You will spend the night at a local guesthouse.
Day 5 Exploring the Sacred Lake Manasarovar
Today, after breakfast, you will travel approximately 78 kilometers to the holy Lake Manasarovar (at an altitude of 4500 meters). The rest of the day is dedicated to spiritual activities at this revered lake. Pilgrims often engage in Pooja (prayer), Havana (sacred fire ritual), meditation, and taking a holy bath in the lake. Spending time at the abode of the gods is considered a deeply significant experience. You will stay overnight at a lodge on the shores of Lake Manasarovar.
Day 6 Arrival at Darchen – Base Camp for Kailash
After breakfast, you will undertake an hour’s drive to Darchen, which serves as the base camp for the sacred Mount Kailash Parikrama (circumambulation). The rest of the day is set aside for further acclimatization to the altitude and for preparations needed for the Kailash Parikrama.
Day 7 Beginning the Kailash Parikrama – Trek to Diraphuk
Your Kailash Parikrama begins today. You will first drive approximately 10 kilometers to Tarboche, also known as Yam Dwar (the Gate of the God of Death). From here, you will commence your trek, which will take approximately 4 to 5 hours, leading you to Diraphuk (at an altitude of 4890 meters). You will stay overnight at a guesthouse in Diraphuk, offering magnificent views of the north face of Mount Kailash.
Day 8 The Challenging Dolma La Pass – Trek to Zhulthulphuk
Today marks a significant and often challenging part of the Parikrama. You will continue your trek (approximately 22 kilometers) towards the revered Dolma La pass, situated at a high altitude of 5600 meters. At the pass, pilgrims often offer short prayers. Following this, you will descend towards Gaurikunda, a holy lake associated with Parvati. Your day concludes with an overnight stay at a guesthouse in Zhulthulphuk (altitude 4790 meters).
Day 9 Completing the Parikrama and Return to Taklakot
After breakfast, you will embark on a trek of approximately 13 kilometers, which will bring you to a point where jeeps will be waiting. You will then drive to Darchen, marking the completion of your Kailash Parikrama. After lunch, the journey continues with a drive back to Taklakot, potentially via a partial circuit (Parikrama) of Lake Manasarovar. You will stay overnight in Taklakot.
Day 10 Return Journey to Kathmandu via Nepalgunj
Early this morning, you will take a helicopter flight back to Simikot. From Simikot, you will board a connecting flight to Nepalgunj. Upon arrival in Nepalgunj, you will be transferred directly to Kathmandu to overnight stay.
Day 11 Departure from Kathmandu
Following breakfast and hotel check-out, you will be transferred to either the Kathmandu Airport for your onward journey. This marks the conclusion of your tour.
Tour End With Divine Path Travels.
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Visa
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Yatra Permit
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Vegetarian Meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
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10 Nights Accommodation (7 Nights at Hotel & 3 Night in Guest Houses)
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Nepalgunj/Simikot both way air fare
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A helicopter from Simikot/Hilsa both ways
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Transport by AC Bus as per group sizes
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Nepali Team Leader, Chinese / Tibetan Tour Guide
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Team of Sherpa to carry your luggage & Cooks to prepare food
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English & Hindi speaking Guide
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Free gifts (Bag Pack, Duffle Bag & other stuff)
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Down Jacket for Yatra (returnable after Yatra)
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Oxygen cylinder for the group
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Yak for Kailash Parikrama for carrying equipment and kitchen utensils only.
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GST @5%
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Any kind of personal expenses.
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Airfare / Rail fare or any other expenses from your home location.
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Pony / Porter expenses in Kailash Parikrama.
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Any kind of Medical expenses.
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Gov Service tax as applicable.
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Any kind of donation or tip to Guide / Sherpa / Drivers /Cooks / Porter / Priest / or any crew member.
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Extra days accommodation in Kathmandu / Nepalgunj / Simikot / Hilsa /Purang due to bad weather/flight cancellation or any other reason.
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VISA Cancellation charges & transportation charges, if leaving early from Tibet.
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Any evacuation / rescue / additional charges / losses due to natural calamities / unforeseen circumstances.
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Any kind of extra baggage charges in-flight/helicopter during Yatra.
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Anything which is not included in inclusions.
