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Kailash Mansarovar Tour - 16 Days

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Trip Facts
Duration
16 Days
Trip Grade
Moderate
Country
Tibet
Maximum Altitude
5600M
Group Size
20
Starts
Kathamandu
Ends
Kathamandu
Activities
Tour and Trekking
Best Time
May to September

The Kailash Mansarovar tour is the most notable religious trip in the Himalayas. It attracts millions of devotees and adventure seekers from around the globe between May and November.

Located in Tibet, above 4,000 meters from sea level, Mansarovar Lake and Mount Kailash are the epitome of divinity. Many even consider these places to be the center of the Universe.

This package offers a Kailash Mansarovar tour from Nepal. It is an overland tour program from Kathmandu. You will travel via the Nepal-Tibet border and follow the high Tibetan plateau to reach Mansarovar Lake and Darchen.

Darchen is a small settlement located at the base of Mount Kailash. From here, pilgrims take a short ride to Yamdwar and start the three days of Kailash Kora. The overland trip from Kathmandu is one of the easiest and quickest ways to do the Kailash Mansarovar tour.

Alternatively, we also offer a Kailash Mansarovar tour from Lhasa and a Kailash Mansarovar helicopter tour.

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra for Indian travelers 2025

The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is open for Indian travelers. We are taking bookings for 2025 departures. We have the best Kailash Mansarovar yatra price in the market with incredible service and a safety guarantee.

Our Nepalese and Tibetan team will take care of you and your loved ones throughout the tour. We will provide you with the best vehicle and hotel during the tour. Likewise, one of our skilled, licensed drivers will take care of the wheels.

If you have any questions regarding the Kailash Mansarovar tour for Indians, kindly talk to us. We will clear all your doubts.

Highlights

  • Join one of the most notable religious trips in the Himalayas
  • A perfect trip to experience adventure and divine energy
  • A comfortable and safe Kailash Mansarovar overland tour
  • Explore Kathmandu's ancient historical sites and bustling markets
  • Enjoy a scenic ride across the high Tibetan plateau
  • Spend two nights in Kerung to acclimatize and avoid altitude sickness
  • Witness stunning mountain views of Everest, Shishapangma, Cho Oyu, Makalu, Lhotse, Mt. Kailash, etc
  • Enjoy breathtaking arid landscapes
  • See beautiful views of Pelku Lake, Rakshas Tal, and Gauri Kunda
  • Explore the sacred Mansarovar Lake and Chui Monastery
  • Complete the holy Kailash Kora
  • A lifetime experience to do solo or with your friends and family
  • Experience the Tibetan lifestyle, cultural heritage, and food

Why does Mount Kailash hold immense religious significance?

  • Hindus: Hindus believe Mount Kailash is the home of Lord Shiva and his wife, the goddess Parvati. This mountain is believed to be the center of the Universe. Many pilgrims claim to feel a tremendous energy coming from the mountain. Likewise, many believe that the Manasarovar Lake is formed from the mind of the god Brahma, and taking a dip into this lake will get rid of your sins and provide liberation.
  • Buddhists: Buddhists believe that Mt. Kailash is the Axis Mundi or the spiritual center of the Universe. As per them, this place connects heaven and earth and carries divine wisdom and energy. For Buddhists, Mt. Kailash is the home of their deity, Buddha Demchok. It is also associated with the mythical Mount Meru, which further strengthens Kailash's connection with the cosmic axis.
  • Jains: Jains believe their first tirthankara, Rishabhadeva, attained moksha on Mount Kailash. For them, this mountain is also a spiritual transformation center where they can connect with their faith and achieve enlightenment.
  • Bon practitioner: The practitioner of the Bon religion believes that Mount Kailash is the center of the world. For them, this is the "Nine-Story Swastika Mountain," where their founder, Tonpa Shenrab Miwoche, descended from heaven to share his teaching. Unlike others, Bon practitioners circumambulate Mount Kailash in an anti-clockwise direction. 

Kailash Mansarovar tour itinerary

You will begin the Kailash Mansarovar tour from Kathmandu. Base Camp Trip will apply for the Kailash Mansarovar tour permit in advance because it takes around 20 days to get issued. However, you have to be present in Kathmandu to apply for the Chinese visa.

Our team will help you apply for the Chinese visa, which takes around 3 days to issue. So, during these three days, you will explore Kathmandu and visit several tourist sites like Monkey Temple, Pashupatinath Temple, Boudha Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, etc.

You will travel to Timure with our Nepalese team upon receiving the Chinese visa. From Timure, you will drive to the Nepal-Tibet border, where our team will help you with immigration. On the other side, our Tibetan team will welcome you and drive you to Kerung.

You will spend two nights in Kerung to acclimatize and avoid altitude sickness. From Kerung, you will follow a high-altitude road and enjoy a comfortable drive to Saga. On the way, you will cross a long tunnel and see the beautiful Pelku Lake.

From Saga, you will drive past Paryang and cross the Meiyum La Pass (5,211 m) to reach Mansarovar Lake. This part of the route offers stunning views of Mt. Everest, Mt. Makalu, Mt. Cho Oyu, and Mt. Sishapangma.

At Mansarovar, you will explore Rakshastal Lake and Chui Monastery. From here, take a short drive to Darchen to Yamdwar and start the Kailash Parikrama. You will spend three days doing the parikrama.

On the first day, ascend from Yamdwar to Dirapuk, then ascend from Dirapuk to ZuthulPhuk, crossing Dolma La Pass (5,670 m/18,602 ft). From ZuthulPhuk, you will descend to Zongdui, where the parikarma ends, and drive back to Saga via Darchen.

Leaving Saga, you will follow the same route and return to Kerung. Cross the border and re-enter Nepal. Note that you will need a Nepal tourist visa for multiple entries for the Kailash Mansarovar overland tour. Our Nepali team will pick you up from the border and drive you back to Kathmandu. 

How difficult is Kailash Kora?

The Kailash Mansarovar tour is not difficult. Moreover, it is an overland tour, so you will enjoy a very comfortable ride in a private four-wheeler. However, the Kora, or what we call the parikrama of Mt. Kailash is a bit challenging.

It is three days of hiking, during which you will walk around 53 kilometers. The hiking route is well-established, but the terrain is rugged and steep. Likewise, you will ascend to 5,670 meters (Dolma La Pass) above sea level, which is very high and can trigger altitude sickness.

Descending from the Dolma La Pass is also tough because the terrain is steep and involves loose rocks. In addition, you will face a cold climate and limited infrastructure.

So, if we have to rate the Kailash Kora difficulty, we would rate it 5.5 out of 10. This implies that Kora is moderate. We highly suggest participants do some exercises and improve their strength and stamina for a better experience.

Is the Kailash Mansarovar tour from Kathmandu suitable for you? Are you fit for this trip?

The Kailash Mansarovar tour is easy. All ages of travelers can do it. Because it is a pilgrimage tour, we see even old people visiting here. There are no age restrictions on this tour. However, travelers under 18 must be accompanied by an identified guardian.

The driving part of the tour is not difficult at all. However, Kora is challenging. During the Kora, you will hike for three days on rugged, steep terrain. High altitude makes you tired easily, so hiking can get quite exhausting. Each day, you will walk 6 to 7 hours.

Therefore, it is important that the participants be able to walk this long. If you do not have a long walking habit, we recommend you wait two months before starting the tour and build your walking habit during this duration. It will help you improve your stamina and endurance, which is important, too.

Can you do the Kailash Mansarovar yatra in July and August?

July and August are peak monsoon times, so you may wonder whether Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is okay during these two months or not. Let us make it clear. YOU CAN DO THE KAILASH MANSAROVAR YATRA IN JUNE AND AUGUST.

Moreover, it is one of the best times to travel to Manasarovar Lake and Mount Kailash. The western part of Tibet, where these two places are located, is a trans-Himalayan region. It only receives intermittent rains that clean the air and make the area more mysterious with light fog.

As Kailash Mansarovar is a high-altitude area, the temperature is usually cold here, but it does not drop below freezing point in June and August. You will enjoy a perfect balance of the sun's warmth and chilly climate.

Insider tips:

  1. During the Kailash Mansarovar overland tour, you will spend a few days in Kathmandu to receive a Chinese visa. Kathmandu receives heavy rainfall, so pack rain shoes, a raincoat, etc.
  2. We recommend packing a rainproof jacket and pants for the Kailash tour. And a raincover for your bags. Also, buy comfy rain-compatible shoes or a raincover for your shoes.
  3. An umbrella will not help you at high altitude.
  4. Pack sunhat, UV glasses, and SPF.

Kailash Mansarovar tour in winter (November to April)

Winter is not a great time of the year to travel to Kailash Mansarovar. It is very cold and windy there in winter. Heavy snow blocks many parts of the route and increases safety risks. The temperature drops below the freezing point.

Snow and ice close some parts of the roads leading to Kailash Mansarovar. The Tibetan government itself closes the Kailash Mansarovar area for travelers in winter.

Though you cannot explore Kailash Mansarovar in winter, we highly recommend visiting eastern parts of Tibet in winter, which includes cities like Lhasa and Shigatse.

What is the most auspicious time to visit Mount Kailash?

Mount Kailash is sacred for many religions, such as Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Bon. Every religion has an auspicious time to visit Kailash as per their calendar.

From the Tibetan locals' point of view, the most auspicious time to visit Mt. Kailash is during the Saga Dawa festival, usually celebrated in April as per the Tibetan calendar.

It was the day Sakyamuni was born, enlightened, and achieved nirvana. Locals perform many rituals throughout the month that make your tour energetically high. Likewise, you will accumulate boundless blessings and the generosity of the locals.

Kailash Mansarovar Tour - 16 Days Itinerary

Max Altitude: 1,400 m/4,593 ft Accommodation: Hotel

Our representatives will be at the airport to welcome you on your arrival day in Kathmandu. They will assist you with your luggage and help you check in at the hotel.

You will stay in Thamel, the tourist hub in Kathmandu. The rest of this day is free. We will meet you and share the program for the next day.

Meals: Breakfast onlyAccommodation: Hotel

After a delicious breakfast, our team will pick you up from your hotel. You will visit the Chinese Embassy to apply for the Chinese Visa. After that, you will return to your hotel.

Spend the evening exploring the vibrant streets of Thamel, and you can also visit the Garden of Dreams and other nearby tourist areas like Durbarmarg and Kathmandu Durbar Square.

Meals: Breakfast onlyAccommodation: Hotel

We are now waiting for the visa. Today, you will visit the Monkey Temple, Pashupatinath Temple, and Bouddhanath Stupa. One of our tour guides will accompany you during the tour.

During the tour, you will learn a lot about the Nepali heritage, art, architecture, and history. Likewise, you will also explore the local markets around the monuments.

Meals: Breakfast onlyAccommodation: Hotel

We will receive the visa today. Our morning will be packed with visiting the Chinese Embassy to collect the visa and doing any remaining paperwork.

Later in the evening, we will visit the Patan Durbar Square, one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Kathmandu. Tomorrow, we will be leaving Kathmandu early, so if you need to purchase anything for the tour, buy it today.

Max Altitude: 1,760 m/5,774 ft Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinnerDuration: 6-7 hoursDistance: 165 km/102 milesAccommodation: Hotel

Our Kailash Mansarovar tour starts today. We will leave Kathmandu early in the morning and drive to Timure. It is one of the closest cities to the Nepal-Tibet border. The ride will be comfortable and scenic. As you get close to Timure, you can see snow-capped mountains and beautiful, lush hills.

Max Altitude: 2,900 m/9,514 ft Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinnerDuration: 3 hoursDistance: 40 km/25 milesAccommodation: Hotel

Today, you will enter Tibet. From Timure, you will drive to the Nepal-Tibet border. Our Nepalese team will help you with permit registration and the immigration process.

On the other side, our Tibetan team will pick you up and continue the journey to Kerung. The road is much smoother on the Tibet side, so you will have a very comfortable ride.

Upon reaching Kerung, you can rest and explore the town later. You can also ask your guide to help you get a Chinese SIM and download some helpful Chinese apps.

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinnerAccommodation: Hotel

You will spend two nights in Kerung. It is important for acclimatization and to avoid altitude sickness during the Kora. After breakfast, you will visit the outskirts of Kerung.

We can go on a short hike to a sacred Buddhist gompa and meditation cave. The goal is to travel to a higher altitude and return to Kerung to spend the night acclimatizing.

Max Altitude: 4,640 m/15,223 ft Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinnerDuration: 5-6 hoursDistance: 230 km/143 milesAccommodation: Hotel

From Kerung, we will continue the ride to Saga. It is another important town on the Kailash route. The roads follow high mountains and offer stunning arid landscapes. On the way, we will cross a long tunnel and see Pelku Lake. We can see vast alpine meadows and pass by small towns.

Max Altitude: 4,590 m/15,059 ft Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinnerDuration: 8-9 hoursDistance: 447 km/277.7 milesAccommodation: Guesthouse

You will reach Mansarovar Lake on this day. Leaving Saga, we will drive along the high-altitude roads. The route offers breathtaking landscapes and mountain vistas of Everest, Cho Oyu, Makalu, and Shisapangma.

We can also see the majestic view of Yalung Tsangpo, which is the source of the holy Brahmaputra River. We will cross the Meiyum La Pass (5,211 m) on the way.

Upon reaching Mansarovar Lake, you will check into the guesthouse and later perform puja. The Rakshastal Lake is located west of Mansarovar Lake, and Chui Monastery is situated on the lake's northwest shore.

Max Altitude: 4,670 m/15,321 ft Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinnerDuration: 1-2 hoursDistance: 40 km/25 milesAccommodation: Hotel

From Mansarovar Lake, we will drive to Darchen. It is a small settlement at the foot of Mount Kailash and the starting point of the Kora. The drive is short, so you will have a full day to rest and prepare for the Kora. The accommodation and food service are great here.

Max Altitude: 5,210 m/17,093 ft Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinnerDuration: 7-8 hoursDistance: 15 km/9.3 milesAccommodation: Guesthouse

We will start Kora from today. From Darchen, we will take a short ride to YamDwar and start the Kora. In Hindu mythology, it is believed that the Pandavas walked through the Yamdwar to go to heaven. The Hindu god of death, Yamraj, is believed to guard the entrance of Kailash Parvat.

As you begin hiking from Darchen, you will see the stunning west face of Mt. Kailash, Nandi Peak, and Arawat Peak. Likewise, you can see horses, blue sheep, and yaks grazing in the wide open valley.

Max Altitude: 4,760 m/15,616 ft Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinnerDuration: 6-7 hoursDistance: 18 km/11 milesAccommodation: Lodge

From Dirapuk to ZuthulPhuk is a long, hard walk. You will cross several mountain passes, including Dolma La Pass. The day begins early, crossing a river and gradually ascending to the Dirapuk monastery.

You can enjoy peaceful scenery, snow-capped mountains, and grassy meadows on the way. With the progress of the trail, it will get steep. The view is best from the pass. From the pass, the trail descends to ZuthulPhuk for the night stay.

Max Altitude: 4,670 m/15,321 ft Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinnerDuration: 5 hoursDistance: 13 km/8 milesAccommodation: Lodge

Today is the last day of the Kora. From ZuthulPhuk, the trail descends, offering a striking view of a river canyon, mountains, and pastures. You will reach Zongdui in a couple of hours of hiking. It is the ending point of the Kora. From Zongdui, you will travel back to Saga in a four-wheeler.

Max Altitude: 2,700 m/8,858 ft Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinnerDuration: 8-9 hoursDistance: 250 km/155 milesAccommodation: Hotel

From Saga, you will drive back to Kerung following the same route. During the drive, you will enjoy beautiful mountain views and Tibetan landscapes.

Max Altitude: 1,400 m/4,593 ft Meals: Breakfast onlyDuration: 8-9 hoursDistance: 150 km/93 milesAccommodation: Hotel

You will leave Kerung early in the morning and drive back to Kathmandu. Our Nepalese representatives will safely pick you up from the border and drive you back to Kathmandu. The evening is free. You can rest and explore. Enjoy delicious food and window shop in Thamel.

Meals: Breakfast only

It is time to return to your home. Our team will drop you at the international airport terminal.

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Trip Cost Details

Includes

  • Airport pick-ups and drop-offs by private four-wheeler.
  • Overnight stay in the 3-star hotel with breakfast in Kathmandu.
  • Overnight stay in the nice hotels in Kerung, Saga, and Darchen.
  • Twin-sharing, basic guesthouse accommodation at Mansarovar, Dirpuk, and ZuthulPhuk.
  • Breakfast, lunch, dinner, seasonal fruits, and a cup of tea or coffee in Tibet. 
  • Kailash Mansarovar permits and Chinese Visa. 
  • Base Camp Trip's complimentary duffel bag, hiking poles, map, first-aid kit, pulse oximeter, and satellite phone.
  • Licensed Nepali and Tibetan guide.
  • Accommodation, food, allowance, and high altitude insurance for the guides.
  • Trip achievement certificate.
  • All government taxes and service charges.

Excludes

  • International flight to/from Kathmandu.
  • Travel insurance (must cover helicopter evacuation and medical bills).
  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu.
  • Hiking clothes and gear.
  • Shopping and souvenirs.
  • Tips for drivers and guides.
  • Bar bills, water bottles, and other beverages.
  • Nepal travel visa fee.
  • Any expenses not mentioned in our cost include section.

Essential Information

Altitude sickness risk during the Kailash Mansarovar tour

As we mentioned above, the Kailash Mansarovar tour takes you up to 5,670 meters above sea level. Also, Kerung, where you will spend your first night during the tour, is situated 2,900 meters above sea level. So, from the very first day of the journey, you will be exposed to high altitude, which can trigger altitude sickness.

You have to acclimatize to avoid it. First, starting the tour from Kathmandu allows you to have a better acclimatization opportunity because you will experience a 1,400 metres elevation gain in this city.

From Kathmandu to Kerung, the elevation increases to 1,500 meters, which is also not great but not as bad as traveling directly from sea level. To make acclimatization more manageable for you, we have added two nights in Kerung.

From Kerung to Saga, the next destination on the Kailash Mansarovar yatra, the elevation rises to 4,640 meters. It is also a very big jump from 2,900 meters. Therefore, an acclimatization day in Kerung is a must if you want to lower the risk of altitude sickness further on the way.

Below, we have mentioned altitude sickness symptoms and some suggestions that will help you acclimatize:

Symptoms:

  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Insomnia
  • Loss of appetite

Tips:

  • Drink plenty of water and warm soups and teas throughout the journey. Avoid overconsumption of caffeine and alcoholic drinks. Anything that will dehydrate you is not recommended.
  • Eat high-carbohydrate meals and eat in moderation.
  • Listen to your body and look for signs of discomfort. Inform your guide if you notice symptoms or feel uneasy.
  • While the Kora walks slowly, maintain your pace and do not exert yourself.

Kailash Mansarovar tour best time

The best time to do the Kailash Mansarovar tour is from May to September. November to April is the coldest time of the year, with snowfall and unstable weather. So, Kora is very challenging and risky. You might be wondering about the rainfall during the monsoon season.

Well, Kailash Mansarovar's route is inside the rain-shadow area of the Himalayas. Because of that, rainfall is light to moderate and also less frequent. It will not affect your yatra at all. However, while traveling from Kathmandu to the Tibet border, you may experience significant rainfall. It will not affect the journey either.

Once you reach Kerung and drive to Saga and Darchen, the climate gets arid, and there is less chance of rainfall. At most, you may experience light, occasional rain showers. The weather is mostly dry and windy. Likewise, around Mansarovar Lake and Mt. Kailash Kora, the rainfall is even lower and non-existent even during the monsoon season.

Accommodation

The accommodation during the Kailash Mansarovar tour is a basic guest house or lodge. We will provide comfortable, clean accommodations during the Kora.

Note that amenities in guesthouses and lodges are limited. Private rooms and hot water are usually not available in these accommodations. You will get a simple room with cozy bedding and a blanket.

We highly recommend that travelers carry a sleeping bag. Similarly, charging is also a limited service, so pack spare batteries and a solar power bank for the trip. In Kerung and Saga, you will spend the night in tourist-standard hotels.

Meals

We provide three meals a day in our Kailash Mansarovar tour package. It doesn't cover bar bills, and travelers have to pay for additional snacks and teas by themselves. Tibetan food is the main highlight of the menu, but you will also get many Nepali dishes, Indian dishes, Western breakfasts, etc.

Some local Tibetan dishes are thukpa, tsampa, momo, Tibetan bread, sha balep, phingsa, laping, yak meat dishes, butter tea, etc. Rice with veggies, lentil soup, and curries will be widely available, too. You will get ample vegetarian and nonvegetarian dishes to indulge in.

In addition, options like noodles, sandwiches, pasta, mashed potatoes, French fries, soups, stews, stir-fries, bakery items, eggs, pancakes, pudding, porridge, etc., are also available.

Travel insurance

You can buy travel insurance for the Kailash Mansarovar tour. We highly recommend it because it takes you to a remote region at a high altitude. There are potential risks of altitude sickness, bad weather, injuries, political issues, etc.

These things are beyond our control, and with the help of travel insurance, we can instantly evacuate you from the trail. Make sure your travel insurance has high altitude coverage, which includes emergency helicopter evacuation and medical bills.

Additional expenses

Check out the cost includes and excludes section for detailed information on all the things included in our Kailash Mansarovar tour package.

For instance, travelers have to pay Nepal travel visa fees, shopping, tips, bar bills, porters (if they hire them), meals in Kathmandu, travel insurance, etc.

Likewise, this package only includes one night's stay in Kathmandu on the last day of the journey. Any expenses not mentioned in our cost include list must be paid by the participants themselves.

Nepal travel visa

The Nepal travel visa fee is not included in our Kailash Mansarovar tour package. Foreigners must obtain visas themselves.

If you are not from Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, Palestine, Afghanistan, or Syria or are a refugee with a travel document, you can get an on-arrival visa upon landing at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu or at any land border.

Travelers from the mentioned countries must obtain a Nepal travel visa from their country's Nepali Embassy or Consulate Office. On-arrival visas only take 15 minutes to process. Make sure your documents and visa fee are ready on hand.

Visa fee:

  • 15 Days – 30 USD
  • 30 Days – 50 USD
  • 90 Days – 125 USD

Please check the official Nepal travel visa page for more information.

Visa information for Indian travelers

Thanks to the friendly bilateral relationship between Nepal and India, Indian citizens do not have to obtain a visa to enter Nepal. Indian travelers need a valid passport and their voter ID card.

If you are an underage traveler (below 18 years old), you will need to show your school's ID card or birth certificate with proof of relationship (like a parent's passport or Aadhaar card). An identified guardian must accompany underage travelers.

So, if you are an Indian traveler joining us for the Kailash Mansarovar tour, you do not have to worry about a Nepal travel visa, and we will help you obtain a Tibet travel visa.

Packing for the Kailash Mansarovar tour

During the Kailash Mansarovar tour, you have to wear proper clothes that are designed to keep you warm and comfortable at high altitude. Kindly follow the list below to pack for this tour:

  • Breathable underwear
  • Travel towel
  • Base layer clothes (as per the weather)
  • Thermal layer
  • Down jacket
  • Waterproof/windproof jacket and pants
  • A raincover for your shoes and your bags
  • Swimwear (just in case)
  • Comfortable hiking shoes and casual footwear
  • Sunhat, beanie, and scarf
  • Liner socks, wool socks, and gloves
  • Duffel bag (we will provide it)
  • Daypack
  • Water bottles
  • SPF, lip balm, moisturizer, toothbrush, toothpaste, toilet paper, skincare, soap, shampoo, hand sanitizer, deodorant, wet wipes, etc
  • Snacks and bars
  • Personal first aid kit
  • Travel adapter, charger, power bank, camera, mobile
  • Guidebook, map, journal/pen (optional)
  • Passport (at least six months of validity), passport-size photos, cash, and debit/credit cards
  • Flight tickets to/from Kathmandu
  • Nepal travel visa

Kailash Mansarovar Tour - 16 Days FAQs

Manasarovar Lake is known to be the source of purity and cleansing in multiple religions. Hindus believe that Manasarovar Lake originated from the mind of Lord Brahma.

Likewise, Buddhists believe that Gautam Buddha's mother, Queen Maya, bathed in this lake before his birth. Similarly, Jain and Bon also have their unique belief associated with Manasarovar Lake.

Travelers with diabetes and other chronic diseases such as hypertension, heart disease, or asthma must consult with their doctor and get a signed note. Usually, we do a medical check before granting the final green signal for the participants. So, meet your doctor and get in the best condition for the tour.

Yes, Muslims can also do a Kailash Mansarovar tour. However, travelers from no religion are allowed to climb Mount Kailash.

Yes, a normal person can go to Kailash Mansarovar. Before joining a tour, study the location, weather conditions, accommodation & food availability, permits, and other details.

The Kailash Mansarovar tour costs depend on the itinerary and services included in the package. In 2025/2026, the Kailash Mansarovar yatra for Indians is expected to cost around INR 2,25,000 to INR 2,50,000 per person from Nepal.

You can explore Kathmandu and buy souvenirs. There are many temples like Pashupatinath, Swayambhu, Bouddha, Krishna Temple, etc, that you can explore. Likewise, you can also enjoy spas and body massages. If you want to travel more, consider traveling to Chitwan for a jungle safari, Muktinath Temple, or Pokhara.

We do not recommend Kailash Mansarovar yatra in winter because of harsh winter weather, extreme cold, and heavy snowfall. The roads may also be closed if they become impassable.

The mobile network during the Kailash tour is inconsistent due to the remote location. Some areas have excellent coverage. However, some places have a disturbed network.

Vegetarian and non-vegetarian food is available during the Kailash Mansarovar tour. You will find many Tibetan, Nepali, Indian, and Western dishes.

Historically, pilgrims would bathe in Manasarovar Lake. However, now taking a bath in the Mansarovar Lake is prohibited to maintain the lake's cleanliness. There are designated areas built for pilgrims where they can collect water from the lake and take their ritual bath.

Mount Kailash is considered the home of Lord Shiva and his wife, Goddess Parvati.

One of the biggest reasons that Mt. Kailash has never been climbed because of the strong religious values of this mountain.

We will apply for your Kailash Mansarovar travel permits. It takes around 20 days to obtain the permits. You will also need a Chinese visa for the tour. For this, you have to be available in Kathmandu, and it takes around three days.

Yes, there is an altitude sickness risk during the Kailash Mansarovar tour. Therefore, it is important that you strategically plan your itinerary, including ample acclimatization opportunities.

Kailash Mansarovar is located in Tibet, and foreigners are not allowed to enter Tibet without a tour operator. So, no, you cannot go to Kailash Mansarovar without a tour operator.

Between Simik Khola and Lipulekh Pass, Lipulekh Pass is considered easier and a direct way to travel to Kailash Mansarovar from India. The Simik Khola route involves traversing through western Nepal.

No, there is no direct flight to Kailash Mansarovar. The only flight you can take is to Lhasa, and drive from there to Kailash Mansarovar.

You will need 12 to 18 days to do the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. For an overland tour like this package, 15-16 days is required. If you have a short vacation, you can opt for a helicopter Kailash Mansarovar tour.

We have assisted many senior citizens in completing the Kailash Kora, but it depends on the participant's fitness, health, and willpower. There are options like a horseback ride if you cannot walk on your own.

There is no age limit for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. However, underage travelers (below age 18) must travel with their parents or an identified guardian.

Kailash Kora is three days of walking through high-altitude, rugged terrain. The Kora distance is 53 kilometers. You will walk 6 to 7 hours a day. Therefore, participants have to be in good shape and health to complete the Kora.

Yes, foreigners can join our fixed departure Kailash Mansarovar tours. We also organize private tours.

From Nepal, you have two options for traveling to Kailash Mansarovar. First, you can take a short 1.5 hour flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa and then drive from Lhasa to Kailash Mansarovar. Second, you can drive directly from Kathmandu to Kailash Mansarovar via the Kerung border.

The best time to visit Mount Kailash and Mansarovar Lake is from May to October. It is a trans-Himalayan region, so you will not be bothered by heavy rainfall between June and September. Light rainfall will clear the air and make the views more dazzling.

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