Kailash Mansharovar Yatra Via Lhasa

If you are preparing to travel to Mount Kailash or Yatra, you are kindly requested to be fully aware that it is a demanding tour where we will spend most of the time at high altitudes. At least two months of regular exercise, such as running, swimming, hiking, etc., is recommended to help accomplish your Kailash tour. Moreover, if required, you’d better cut alcoholic beverages and smoking and consult your doctor about your health condition and personal prescriptions from your physician. First, Aid Kit is essential for travel.

3-Day Kailash Parikrama is considered the most challenging part of the Mount Kailash Tour. The 52-KM whole trekking starts from Darchen (4,560m). You enter Lha-Chu valley, Lham-Chu Calley, Dzong-Chu Valley, and ends at Darchen. During the Kailash Kora, you would stay one night in Dirapuk Monastery and another in Zuthulpuk Monastery. The average altitude of the Kora around the Kailash Mountain is about 5,000m, and the moderate walk is about 7 to 8 hours a day. Every pilgrim who comes to Kailash to make the Kailash Kora walks through the Kailash Mountain in a clockwise crossing the highest pass Dolma La (5645m).

Travel to Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar is suitable for the average physically and moderately fit traveler, and no previous experience is required. However, it is suggested that some physical fitness is essential such as swimming, running, hiking, etc. It is necessary to consult with your physician about your physical and health condition before you make a plan for the Mt. Kailash tour. Remember that while in Kora, you will cross over 5000m and trek for about 7-8 hours.

We provide 3 to 4-star hotels with twin sharing bedrooms and breakfast. However, accommodation while on tour is essential in guest houses. The guest houses are considered very basic and have dormitory bedrooms, no attached bathroom, outside bathroom (acceptable), no shower facilities, etc. Although some of the guest houses are pretty good, these are fully booked most of the time.

On the other hand, we can send our Sherpa crew from Kathmandu, who fixes tents and prepare food. We can accommodate you in the tent and serve food ourselves, which is far better than staying at the local guest house.

HimalayanWindows is all about providing local insights, lifestyles as well we adventure. We use the best Toyota 4WD, SUVs, and comfortable coasters to drive across the Tibetan highland for the Mt. Kailash tour. On a city tour in Nepal, we use private vehicles for sightseeing such as Car, Hiace, Van, and Coaster. For big groups, we also use supporting vehicles such as Mini Trucks, Vans, etc. These vehicles are completely comfortable and reliable and they make your journey as smooth as possible.

The Best season for touring in Mt. Kailash is between April and October.

The climate of Tibetan terrain is dry, cold, dusty, and windy; night is more complex than a day. Flooding rivers and landslides are common, especially in the Nepal portion. The classic route is from Kathmandu to Kodari via Friendship Highway to Tibet and split from Shegar to Saga and further to Mansarovar Lake. Unfortunately, the way to Mt. Kailash via the Kodari border has been obstructed since an earthquake in April 2015. We believe it will re-open as soon as possible.

The currency used in Tibet is Chinese Currency, Yuan, and other currencies like USD, EURO, and POUND are accepted in Tibet. However, we recommend you exchange your money for Yuan before you travel to Tibet. If you are entering via Kathmandu, exchange your money at any money Exchange in Kathmandu. Or, If you are entering from mainland China, you can also exchange or use ATMs in Lhasa. As you are traveling remote regions of Tibet, finding ATMs or Banks is very difficult, so it is suggested to bring CASH with you to cover all the expenses. Please consult with your travel agent on how much you should get for the trip as it depends on your package for the journey.

Clothing: Choosing clothes is an essential factor for traveling to high-altitude regions. As you will be trekking above 5000 meters, the climate could be harsh at any time. While traveling on the Mount Kailash tour, warm clothing will be required as soon as you come out of your Vehicle. We have listed some vital clothing and accessories that are highly recommended to carry while traveling to Tibet.

Thick and warm pullover
Think of and warm pullover
Warm trousers or pants
Light but warm loose cotton pants
Cotton full-sleeved T-Shirts
Wind and waterproof Jacket
Thermal underwears
Thermal full t-shirts or vest
Rain Coat
Waterproof sporty light shoes and light rubber sandals
Warm woolen socks (5-6 pairs)
Cotton or silk scarf
Gloves, Hat, Soft Tissue papers, Towels, and Washing kits

We recommend you buy some Diamox (250mg) or consult your doctor; You can use it if you feel uncomfortable due to altitude sickness. Apart from this, you can bring throat lozenges, nasal decongestants, Aspirin, cold and flu tablets, Multivitamins, Diarrhea tablets, iodine, Motion sickness Tablets, and water purifying tablets. First Aid Kit with Compression Bandages, Small Scissors, Tweezers, Band-Aids, etc. And do not forget to bring your other medication prescribed by the physician. And get a camera of good quality to keep you memorized of your travel for a lifetime.

Tent (two men), Foam Mattress
Dining Tents, Table, and Stools
Toilet Tent
Kitchen Tents, Equipment
Official Guide
Food, Cook, and Helpers
Porters (Yaks to carry your luggage while doing Kora)
Vehicles (Either Jeep or Mini Bus)
Supporting Truck for more than 4 Pax
Oxygen Cylinder with Mask in every Vehicle
Duffle bag for your cloth and Equipment

Note: These services and Equipment are provided only if you are in a group of four or more with a Full Board Package.

Pack Ur Bags Nepal suggests every Kailash tour traveler needs to have a complete Insurance policy from your home country. This comprehensive insurance must cover tour cancellation, travel disturbance or delays, Emergency Medical support and evacuation, medical expenses, loss of baggage, etc.

Here are the lists of the document that you need to send while making a booking with HimalayanWindows:

Passport copy (Color Scanned with clear details of Name, DOB, DOE, Nationality, Place of issue)
Your Occupation like banker, doctor, actor, etc
Passport-sized photograph
Complete the form of booking
Advance refundable deposit

* Do not exhaust yourself and take complete rest if you feel any symptoms
* Bring prescribed medication and Diamox before starting the trip to Mount Kailash
* Stay away from alcoholic beverages, smoking, and taking sleeping tablets at the high altitude
* Take high-carbohydrate foods such as rice, pasta, and cereal, and drink plenty of water (3 liters a day)
* Use Oxygen to relieve symptoms
* If nothing else works, immediately return to the lower elevation area or inform your guide to implement urgent rescue arrangements.