Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Ex- Lucknow

Mt kailashyatra fromLucknow 9 Days by Helicopter is starting and ending at Lucknow. First day drive of 5 hours reach at Nepaljung which is beginning point of Yatra. You will get early morning regular flight to Simikot from Nepaljung. Another fight with chartered helicopter from Simikot to HIlsa to reach at Nepal Tibet boarder. It is than only short walking to cross immigration and drive to first Tibetan town Taklakot. Have another day rest and acclimatization activities in Taklakot and drive to holy Lake Mansarovar. Lake Manasarovarparikram is arranged by bus.

There can be special worship at the bank of Lake after taking holy bath. Start three days KailashParikrama from Darchen. It is hardest part of the Yatra. Entire KailashParikrama is 52 kilometers. About 14 kilometer complete with driving. Rest of the route is crossing by trekking. Peoples have option to take personal helpers and horse to make it more confident and easier. Rive back to Hilsa boarder, fly back to Nepaljung and departure to Lucknow. You also have option to start and end your Yatra from Kathmandu.

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Duration

9 Days / 8 Night
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Activity

Trekking / Hiking
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Accommodation

Tea house/ Hotel
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Best Season

May - June - july - August - Sep

Day 01: Arrival at Lucknow india and drive to Nepalgunj- overnight stay Nepalgunj.

Day 02: Fly Nepalgunj to Simikot to Hilsa helicopter and drive to Taklakot. Overnight at Guest House (3400m)

Day 03:Taklakot to Manasarovar. Overnight at Guest House (4550m)

Day 04: Manarovar spiritual activities Pooja ,Haven ,and Drive to Darchen. (4575m)

Day 05: Drive to Yamdwar 1 st day Kailash Parikrama. Arrive at Derapuk and overnight at Guest house (4909m)

Day 06: 2 nd day of kailash kora reach at Zuthulphuk (4760m) Overnight at Guest House

Day 07: 3 rd day Kailash Kora and drive back to Taklakot. Overnight at Hotel

Day 08: Taklakot/Hilsa fly to Simikot/Nepalgunj fly (135 Mtr/30km/1hrs drive +55 minute fly)

Day 09: Departure from lucknow.


Day 01:Arrival at Lucknowindia and drive to Nepalgunj-Nepal overnight stay

Arrival at Lucknow (India),airport or train station and drive to Nepalgunj (4-5 hrs.) you will be welcomed by Representatives He will guide you to your hotel. You can rest for the day. In the evening, you will meet with your tour guide in your hotel lobby, and he will brief you about the programmed.

Day 02:FlyNepalgunj to Simikot to  Hilsa helicopter  and drive to Taklakot. Overnight at Guest House (3400m)

After breakfast Drive to Nepalgunj airport and fly to Simikot 30-40 min duration.simikot fly to Hilsa  (Nepali border)by Helicopter which takes 20 minutes &cross border (China-Nepal) ,On arrival at Hilsa after finishing the custom and immigration formalities. Meet our Chinese and Nepali crew  and drive to Taklakot. Everyone has to get acclimatized to the climatic conditions so take short walk around will help you  further during the trip.

Day 03:Taklakot  to Manasarovar. Overnight at Guest House (4550m)

After breakfast drive Taklakot to holy Lake mansarovarone of the highest freshwater lakes in the world. Taklakot to lake mansarovar 1-2 hrs journey, This day you will entre Kailash region in Tibet.you will have darshan of Mansarovar and Kailash , After completing the Local immigration will continue  your drive further and complete Lake MansarovarParikrama by vehicle.On the way to take memorable groups picture of Kailash ,Mansarovar and Rakshash lake.

Day 04:Manarovar spiritual activities Pooja ,Haven ,and Drive to Darchen. (4575m)

It’s very special day for all Yatries . To be in the abode of god itself is a lifetime achievement..Everone can just have bath at the banks of the Holy lake Sarovar,  Continued by Puja, Havana work Meditation andspiritual activities etc.

Day 05:Drive to Yamdwar 1st day KailashParikrama. Arrive at Derapuk and overnight at Guest house (4909m)

After breakfast will have a short drive till Yam Dwar(7km).This is the starting point for KailashParikrama.After having the darshan of yamdwar all the pilgrims start their first day trek towards Diraphuk(which is 12km trek) either by walk or they can hire horse as well as porter to carry your  bag packs while trekking. The complete trek around mount Kailash takes about two and half days. The distance of first day’s trek (from Yama Dwar to Diraphuk) is about 12 km and it takes about 5 to 7 hours to cover the distance.

Enjoy the serenity of nature around u with quite sounds of flowing river aside and have the view  of Nandi Kailash while on the This is the only place to have a close view of north face. Never miss the opportunity of seeing the first sunrays on My Kailash early in the morning which is something spectacular and visual treat for everyone (GOLDEN MT KAILASH) .once in a lifetime opportunity .Yatries who are not doing Parikrama will have Darshana at yamdwar and return back to Darchen and stay there until the Parikramayatries come back to Darchen.

Day 06:Diraphuk to Zuthulphuk.(2nd day KailashParikrama)(4700Mtr/22km walk/8-10 hrs)

Wake up early have very light breakfast and continue 2nd day Parikarma from Deraphuk to Dolma La pass(5620m) and proceed to Zuthulphuk (4790m).This  is the day every pilgrims talks about the most important as well as difficult part of the journey throughout the trip,your trek is of 22kms and the trek goes steep climbing up  to Dolma La High pass (5620m)which is around 6-7kms and steep down to next  flat valley via Gaurikunda.

Then you will walk another 3-4 hours to Zuthulphuk.Yatries who hired horse also should climb steep up to Dolma La pass and steep down towards Gaurikunda..Once this thoughest part of the journey is completed there will be local small tea stalls where you can just have hot cup of tea or noodles just relax for some time and start towards zuthulphuk and  You will see East face of Mt Kailash on the way.

Day 07: 3rd day  KailashKora and drive back to Taklakot. Overnight at Hotel.

 Today is the last day of trekking: Wake up Early morning have tea/coffee/cookies,  your trek is of approximately  8 KM & takes around 3 Hrs to complete, you   reach to the end point  where our Bus  will be waiting and we will drive to Darchen (parikarma Circuit ends) and merge with other members who were waiting.overnight stay at Taklakot.

Day 08: Taklakot/Hilsa fly to Simikot/Nepalgunj(135 Mtr/30km/1hrs drive +55 minute fly)

 Early morning drive to from taklakot to Hilsa 1 hrs journey, On arrival at Hilsa after finishing the custom and immigration formalities & helicopter to Simikot then domestic flght to Nepalgunj.over night stay at Nepalgunj.

Day 09: Departure from lucknow.

Transfer to International Airport for your flight back to home. you should be reporting at the Airport counter 3 hours prior to the departure time. 


  1. Nepalgunj:1 night 3 star Hotel twin sharing.
  2. Simikot /Hilsa:2 night T-house on dormitory sharing.
  3. Taklakot :1 Night3 star Hotel Himalayas on triple sharing.
  4. Darchen:1 Night3 star Hotel Himalayas on triple sharing.
  5. Mansarovar:1 Night tea house on dormitory sharing.
  6. Parikrama (Cora:2 Night Good guesthouse on dormitory sharing.
  7. Hotel /Food/Meal – Hotels, Pure Veg. Indian food (dinner/breakfast/lunch) as per above itinerary
  8. Transportations- all required Bus/van transportations as per above listed trip itinerary in Nepal &Tibet., Pilgrimage’s bags border transportation cost.
  9. Flight/Helicopter–Nepalgunj-Simikot-Nepalgunj both way Air tickets and Simikot-Hilsa-Simikot by Charted Helicopter(5seated )
  10. Permit/Visa -Tibet china visa, Tibet Entry permit, & all local Taxes,Humla trekking premitKailash&Mansarovar lake parikarma entry fee.

  1. Personal Horse riding expenses ,Personal use porter,
  2. Travel insurance, Rescue and emergency evacuations service, medical and hospital expenses (in case you become sick on the way),
  3. Extra Night accommodation in lucknow /Nepalgung/simikot/Hilsa/ other places due to bad weather or any other reason is charged.
  4. if returning earlier from KailashYatra ,groups visa splitting charge each RMB 165 & extra transportation cost each $USD 100 /day.(China Govt –FEC rules)
  5. Beverage/drinks and additional tips.

Supporting crew- Experience Indian cook, English and Hindi speaking Nepalese guide, English speaking Chinese guide & requires Nepalese Sherpa’s.

We provide – Medical first aid, Oxygen gas Cylinder, Down jacket, Duffle bag, Day pack (Duffle bag, Day pack & warm cap as a souvenir gift from our company)

Toilet Tent, Toilet chair and shower tent for ladies in Mansarovar.

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Terms & Conditions

Trinetra Holidays kindly request you to read the terms and conditions thoroughly. Please feel free to speak to us, if there is any confusion.

1: Booking a trip

Valid passport for six month and more  and 6passport size photographs  copy(scan copy or send to contact person with  25% amount of the entire trip cost is required to be paid. while the rest of the payment should be done upon your arrival or as mentioned by trip operator in Nepal before departure of your trip. Please do your planning carefully as per your budget and time.

2: Prices

Prices quoted are subject to change as per the change in exchange rates, unavoidable circumstances like climatic change, flight cancellation, internal political situation etc. However there are no any hidden costs.

3: Postponed your trip and transfer of booking trip to another

We have the option that you could make change your trip or date but should be made early 20 days before. But the any additional costs for the trip should be paid by you. We will try our best to arrange and alter the program to suit your best with similar or another.

4: Passport & Visas

All the travelers should have valid passport for six month and visa can be obtain from Nepalese embassy or consulate in your country, however visa is stamp at the time of arrival in Airport. For yatra you get a group visa and we get entry in group as per size.

5: Change/Delay in Program

Sometime due to the unavoidable circumstances like bad climate, political unrest, landslides, health illness, natural disasters which are beyond human control may occur, we will be happy to refer you for any alternative trip to suit you.

6: Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellation time and refund policy are as follow:

  1. 100% refundable if cancel before 31 days or month before the trip.
  2. 50% refundable 2 to 3 weeks before departure date. If you cancel the trip 08 -15 25% for one to two weeks.
  3. 0% refundable less than a week.

7:Health & Fitness

We advise you have check with your personal physician before making any trip. It is advisable to let us know if you have any problems with your health.

8: Travel Insurance

It is advisable you compulsory have your travel insurance to cover accidents, emergency rescue in case of unfavorable climatic condition.

9: Complaints

Any complaints during the trip can be informed to your tour leader or guide immediately or at the office after completion of the trip. The management will try to look into the matter and take action accordingly.

Privacy, Arrangements & Health

We may collect the personal details and information for official uses. But the information provided by individual will not be shared or published without the individual consent. We respect the privacy of every individual.

Visas and Permits

You must have a valid passport for at least 6 months from the date of entry in Tibet. We obtain your visa for Tibet from Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu. For this we require scanned copy of your passport before 35 days of tour departure dates containing photo, name, date of birth, passport number, Nationality.

Meals

All pure and freshly cooked vegetarian meals during entire trip of MT.Kailash with experienced Indian and continental cook.

Meals Arrangement

We have arrange All pure and freshly cooked vegetarian  meals during entire trip of MT.Kailash with experienced Indian and continental cook.

Meal Options

You can easily find clean restaurants that serve continental, western, indian, nepalese, Tibetan and Chinese dishes in cities . Chinese cuisine and noodle restaurants can always be easily found even in the small towns and remote villages during your trip. But the client must pay themselves.

Temperature and weather:
Dry season or windy season falls on winter and spring, from October to the next May. During this period, it rains little and has much wind. Snow will occur in the mountainous area. Thanks to the high altitude, there are abundant sunshine and strong radiation. So it is still warm in the day time.

Maximum temperature can be as high as 22 degrees centigrade and minimum temperature at night will drop as low as 0 to -10 degrees centigrade. There is an incredible drop in temperature from early afternoon to evening time.

Trip leaders

All  trips leaders  are one of our professional English-Hindi speaking trip leaders who are different from the tour guides Our trip leaders are trained They know the areas like their backyards and have explored like dozens of times. With a experience of more than ten years, everyone of them has served more than hundreds of guests from all over the world. They are responsible, trustworthy and have their own life experience and story to share which will add more fun and safety to your kailashYatra .We put the cost of paying our guides a good wage straight into the tour price so they are happy and not reliant on guest’s spending money shopping to earn their own salaries. Thus they concentrate on your needs and being the best hosts to you that possibly can.

ALTITUDE SICKNESS

Parts of your trips go above 2500 meters/9200 feet where it is common for travelers to experience some adverse health effects due to the altitude – regardless of your age, gender and fitness. Take it easy, and follow our suggestions to reduce the sickness effects. The altitude problem is a very common for everyone who arrives at the high altitude region from lower altitude area, but some are affected seriously and some are not, so there is certain way to prevent it or minimize its effect by preparing before you go to highlands. Here we have listed some tips that we had experiences in the past years.

#1. Mental preparation, altitude sickness is also can be helps psychological, so you should take it very normal and keep your mind in a comfortable state.

#2. Keep your body physically fit, so exercise regularly and make physically fit.

#3. Sleep well and rest well on the day before your arrival to high altitude.

#4. Take everything slowly for the first couple of days when you arrived in high altitude region, walk slowly and try to sleep lower altitude first.

#5. Drink enough water and avoid alcohols.

Besides, Diamox are also very helpful to cope the altitude problem; we provide the oxygen and some medicine for high altitude on our vehicle.


We advise you to bring your regular medicine that you are using and recommend you to carry  your own first aid kit along with the medicines that you may require during the trip. We recommend to visit doctors following medicines but they need to be approved by your doctor as some of the medicines my not suit you.

Currency:
Only US Dollars & Euros can be exchanged in Yuan for this you  may change currency from banks in Tibet to Chinese Yuan, currency used in Tibet or For INR get exchange on your country with Exchange or you can find in Nepal also but  as the rates fluctuate almost every day. And buying and selling rate always differ .

Photography:
Still cameras, home video cameras are allowed into Tibet but not allowed to take pictures in checkpoints .

Insurance:
We recommend that you insure yourself against sickness, emergency surface or air rescue, accident, trip cancellation, medical treatment, hospitalization etc. We regret that such policies are not available in Nepal.

Communication:
You can make calls from almost everywhere. Tibet has good networking for mobile phones. And during stay at hotels you can use wife if available otherwise you find a Chinese Sim-card on purchase which may cost 200 Yuan.

Clothing, Equipment & Accessories

While driving, it will be warm inside the vehicle but windy  cold outside. Mornings and evenings will be generally cold therefore warm clothing will be required. We recommend that you bring the following clothing and accessories with you.      

     Footwear

  1. Good well worn-in walking shoes.
  2. Warm comfortable trekking boots.

      Clothing

  1. Wool shirts
  2. Cotton shirts
  3. Regular underwear
  4. Thermal underwear
  5. Culottes/trousers for women
  6. Trousers/shorts for men
  7. Wind and rain gear with hood
  8. Wool hat/mittens/gloves
  9. Other hats
  10. Wool and cotton socks
  11. Sweaters
  12. Lined zip jacket/down jacket with hood
  13. Track suit
  14. Sleeping clothes

    Accessories

  1. Personal first-aid
  2. Toilet kit
  3. Flash light/torch with extra batteries
  4. Sun glasses
  5. Water bottle
  6. Swim suit (for use before and after Tibet trip)
  7. Note book, pens, pencils
  8. Plastic bags for reading material, film, cameras etc
  9. Dust mask, silk scarves for use against dust
  10. Sun block cream and lip salve, sanitizer

Documents: 
– Passport (with photocopies)
– Travel Insurance (with photocopies)
– Airline Tickets (with photocopies)
– Some recent two inch colorized photo
– RMB Cash
– Credit or debit card

 

FAQ About Mount Kailash

1 How many days required for Mt. KailashYatra?
Holy Mt. Kailashyatra require
14 days by A/C deluxe coach.
12 Days ByHeli from Kathmandu.
10 days by Helicopter via Nepalganj.
2Any short Details Yatra route ?

14 days Kailash Yatra by by A/C deluxe coach Kathmandu to Kerung (Nepal – Tibet border) non a/c tourist bus will be used. In Tibet, A/C deluxe coach will be used. Routing Kathmandu-Sysbrubesi-Kerung- Holy Mt. Kailash & Mansarovar Lake-Saga-Kerung-Kathmandu

10 days Kailash Yatra by Helicopter Kathmandu – Nepalgang – Simikot – Hilsa (by helicopter) – Taklakot – Mansarovar – Darchen – Dirapuk – Zuthulpuk – Darchen – Mansarovar – Taklakot – Hilsa – Simikot (by helicopter) – Nepalganj – Kathmandu. Also 3 days Mt. Kailash Parikrama.

10 Days Lucknow – Nepalgunj – Simikot - Kailash – Simikot – Nepalgunj - Lucknow

3What sorts of transport/vehicles are provided for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra package (Nepal & Tibet) side both?
Nepal: We always ensure that comfortable and decent mean of transportation is provided to all of its customers. Generally, types of vehicles vary upon group size. For example, non a/c car, bus, hiace, mini bus etc.
Tibet: We have always been assessing the services on the ground. We have been using land cruiser in the past years for our yatris due to the road condition in Tibet. However, upon our assessment, we have found out that, road condition in Tibet has dramatically progressed. Thus, looking at the road condition and comfortable point of view, we have decided to use deluxe a/c tourist coach for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. Our yatris enjoy chanting bhajans whilst their journey in such comfortable coach.
4What sorts of hotels are provided for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra package (Nepal & Tibet) side both?
Nepal:
Kathmandu
Helicopter Yatra: 5 Star Annapurna / 5 Star Shangri La or similar Overland Yatra: 4 Star Royal Singi, Grand, Manaslu ,Vaishali or similar
Nepalgunj
Siddhartha, Vatika, Sneha or similar (For Helicopter Only)
Tibet: Bearing comfort of our yatris in mind, we have decided to minimize use of camping wherever possible. Thus, our Kailash Mansarovar Yatra itinerary includes guest house at all places in Tibet (no more camping).
Nyalam: Guest house New Dongba: Guest house Taklakot: Guest house Mansarovar: Guest house Darchan: Guest house Derapuk: Guest house Zuthulpuk: Guest house
5How can we make payment?
We have following payment options: - Pay online through credit card OR - Swift transfer to OUR BANK account. Contact us for our bank details. - Pay by credit card. - Send a Demand Draft by courier.
6What is Chinese Visa & Tibet Travel Permit?
The Chinese visa is a paper based document known as group visa.
In a first stage of process, we would require completed documentation from you by post. The list of documents that are require are listed in booking confirmation document which we will forward you by post or email once we receive deposit payment. We will obtain your Tibet Travel Permit.
Once, we obtain Tibet permit, will apply for Chinese visa (generally, this happens on a very next of your arrival in Kathmandu). We would need your original passport to do this. We will return your passport once; we obtain Chinese group visa.
Since, all this process is time consuming; we highly suggest our yatris to book or decide Yatra as early as possible.
7Is Asthapad excursion included in our Yatra?
Kailash by Helicopter Yatra includes Asthapad excursion. Our standard Kailash Mansarovar overland Yatra does not include Asthapad excursion. However, we are more than happy to arrange this excursion for you with a little extra cost of £50 per person.
8What is Inner & Outer parikrama?
Outer parikrama: Our standard Kailash Mansarovar overland Yatra and Kailash by Helicopter are generally outer parikrama. These are easy to complete. Inner parikrama: On the other hand, inner parikrama is quiet challenging and takes longer than outer parikrama. Generally, it takes 3-4 days longer than our standard overland tour and cost £399 per person extra. Please ensure you are healthy enough to do this parikrama. We do not recommend inner parikrama for anyone beyond the age of 60 years old unless they are good health condition.
9What if I am unable or don’t want to do parikrama?
If you are unable to do or don’t want to do parikrama, you may choose to stay in Darchen. We will provide you with accommodation and food in Darchen (base camp for Kailash). You will stay in Dacrhen and wait until other return from the parikrama. However, you are responsible to bear any cost for such stay (which you can pay directly).
10Can I return without parikrama and without waiting for group?
Generally, the answer is not. You enter with the group and you exit with the group.
11Can I do parikrama riding on horse (pony) and how much does it cost?
Yes, you can do this. The cost is approximately 2000 -2500 Yuan and may vary payable directly to horse herder or yak man or the porter. Please note that, the package does not include these costs.
12What will be the group size or how many people are in the group?
We provide 1 Sherpa for every 5-6 yatris. Generally, our group size is made of around 25 people.
13Is it essential or good to commence the tour on a full moon day?
You can commence your yatra any day. Some people prefer to reach at Mansarovar or Kailash on full moon day.
Full Moon departures are subject to 10% additional costs.
There are several reasons why yatris choose full moon.
- Festivals in Tibet happen during Full Moon (especially Saga Dawa Full Moon Festival: the holiest day in Tibetan Buddhism) – Full-Moon in Mansarovar: Many yatris prefer doing puja during the Full moon (Purnima) – Many want to see beautiful view of full moon over Mount Kailash – Prefer doing Kora during Full-moon
Disadvantages yatris travelling on Full-Moon:
Tibet might close: Occasionally immolation happens in Tibet during festivals during summertime. Like last year in May 2012, Tibet was shut down by government for a month or so. So many Yatris were stranded or postponed their dates even though they have all the permit and paperwork.
Crowd: Since many people want to go to Tibet during the full moon, there will be overbooking of Guest houses and vehicles in Tibet. To reduce this, a government agency, CIPSC (Chinese Indian Pilgrim Service Centre) has incurred extra 10% charges for the travellers.
Unnecessary price increase: Due to high demand all services in Tibet side, many local people will make goods and services expensive. So if you need any additional goods or services that we do not provide then it might be pricey.
14What sorts of items should I carry?
We suggest you take warm clothes like sweater, trousers, thermo coat, monkey cap, trekking shoes, high neck, gloves etc. For extensive, Kailash kit list, please refer to our trip dossier which we will post once we receive deposit payment.
15Can we keep in touch with our friend & family during the Yatra?
You may bring GSM phone (unlocked) with you and buy Chinese sim card at phone shop on the way to Kailash.
16TTB
All arrangements within Tibet are solely at the discretion of the China Tibet Tourism Bureau (TTB); a government organizations, and we have no control over the quality of vehicles or facilities. TTB has right or can deny permit or even stop giving permits from time to time.
17Do you cater tailor-made itinerary if, yes, and then what are the criteria?
Yes! We are able to tailor-made standard itinerary, but we would require your group size of 25 people at least. Even, in some cases, we may still be able to provide you with tailor-made itinerary but with higher cost. These are known as private yatra.
18What type of food and drink will be provided during Kailash Yatra (especially in Tibet)?
The hygienic and pure vegetarian food will be provided during yatra. We will be providing drinking water.
19What sorts of clothing and accessories are suggested for yatra?
Kailash Mansarovar yatra involve yatris travelling to the high-altitude areas. Hence, the climate tends to be cold. Thus, yatris are recommended to take warm clothes, thermocoat, monkey cap, comfort shoes, masks, walking sticks, sunscreen lotions and sunglasses etc. during yatra. However, please refer to our yatra dossier for extensive list.
20Can we use foreign currency in Tibet?
The answer is No! The currency that is used in Tibet is only Chinese Yuan. You can change your currency to Chinese Yuan once you arrive in Kathmandu or Tibet border.
21In how many days would I finish Mt. Kailash parikrama and how long it is?
Holy Kailash parikarma is approx 52 kms trek to be completed in 2 nights / 3 Days. Night camping/ guesthouse in Dirapuk & Zuthul-puk.
22What is the best time to travel?
Holy Mt. Kailash yatra starts in the last week of April till September every year.
23How many days would I need to hire the Yak / Horse and a Porter during the whole trip and how much it costs?
If you do not want to trek you can hire horse/pony for parikarma. Parikarma (kora) that is for 3 days. It will cost you approx. Yuan 2000 per Yak with Yak man.
24What are the hidden charges i.e., to be paid direct?
Additional expenses incurred due to delay, Accidents, Natural disaster & Political action. Following are the charges not included during yatra.
- Yak and Yak man cost – Rescue or evacuation if need, Tibet visa separation cost – Travel insurance, drink, laundry, Telephone/fax, Additional transportation cost. – If you are not going for Kailash Parikrama due to any reason and staying back at Darchen for three days, you have to pay extra £50 per day for accommodation and food in Darchen. – Airport tax of Kathmandu. To be paid cash direct at the airport while taking return flight.
25How much amount we should carry and in what form whether traveller’s cheque, Dollar or Tibetan cash or Indian Rupees?
In Kathmandu you may use USD OR Indian Currency (however denominations of INR 500 & 2000 are not allowed in Nepal). For Tibet you will need Chinese Yuan only. For 14 days in Tibet, we suggest you carry approx Yuan 3000 Per Person. Which you may need for emergency and to pay for horse during Kailash Parikrama. Balance (unused Yuan) may be exchanged again on the way back.
INR 100 = NPR 160 INR 100 = CNY 14 (CHINESE YUAN) you can exchange Yuan in Kathmandu or in Tibet border. Most of the yatri/customer exchanges their currency in Nepal-Tibet border.
26What is your cancellation policy?
Cancellation Policy:
30 days before departure date, INR 15,000 will be charged as cancellation. 15 days before departure date, INR 25,000 will be charged as cancellation. 07 days before departure date, No refund allowed.
27Do you provide something?
We Provide:
- Camping Equipment’s (to be returned at the end) – Sleeping bags (down with inside extra cover), (to be returned at the end) – Jacket (down) (to be returned at the end) – Oxygen Back-up & Gaymo Bag.
28What medical reports do I need to carry?
No medical report is required but we insist every yatri to consult their doctor before traveling to high altitude. Also, every yatri must declare their physical status and specify if they are allergic to any medicine.
29Besides the passport what other official documents will I need on the yatra?
You need to carry:-
Valid Passport with 4 passport size photographs Medical Insurance Policy
30Can we take children with age group of 6 and 10 years?
Yes, can take children (physically normal) along with you but at your own risk because you know your child better.
31What are the precautions taken for the children?
You have to take same precautions as you are taking for yourself.
32Will one oxygen cylinder be sufficient for four of us?
Our team will provide oxygen cylinder in emergency. Usually, oxygen cylinder is not required. However, some yatri prefer to carry their own handy oxygen cylinders. You may buy small portable cylinder in Tibet. It may cost approx. Yuan 30-40 per cylinder.
33What will be the charges for children?
Yatra cost is same for children.
34Will your cook be travelling with us during the entire trip? Will he be carrying stove and utensils can he make vegetarian items?
Yes, cooks will be travelling with you during the entire trip. They will carry all necessary cooking items with them, and you will get only vegetarian food during yatra.
35Can we prescribe the menu for cooking on daily basis?
Yes, you may discuss and suggest your choice. If possible and other yatris agree our cook will not mind cooking your choice of food.v
36Is VISA cost included in the total tour cost?
Yes, cost of Tibet Visa is included. However, cost of Nepal visa is not included (applicable for foreign nationals only). Indian passport holders do not need Nepal Visa.
37Can we find some helpers to help our kids/luggage during the trekking part of the journey? Will they be available there or do we have to take them with us?
Yes, you can get helpers/porters for your kids/luggage; the charge may be approx Yuan 300 per day.
38What will be the arrangement in case there is any break down of vehicle (Coach)?
We will send another Vehicle (Coach).
39Are there any frequent landslides on the way?
No, it depends on weather.
40Is good sanitation available during the camping days?
Yes, toilet tents may be made available.
41Availability of drinking water on the yatra?
Water bottles / pure natural mineral water, or water purification tablets may be made available.
42Can I bring video camera and digital camera? Whether we will have possibility to recharge the batteries or is there any restrictions to use these things?
Yes, you can bring camera & videos along with you. The voltage in Tibet is 220V. Can be re-charging most of the places but not during 3 days parikrama. We suggest to travel with extra batteries.
43What about communication possibilities?
Darchen (base camp of Mt. Kailash) is the last point where communication facility is available. Mobile will not work in Kailash region. It works only in town. Our guides will be using satellite phones during parikrama.
44When we should book the Holy Mt. Kailash Yatra and how to book?
You should book this yatra minimum 45 days in advance. To book, we need copy of passport (1st page only) with 25% advance deposit.
45Is it necessary to send our document with advance 45 days before?
Yes, we must send copy of your passport to China for approval.
46If we are not feeling comfortable or physically fit for parikrama then what we will do?
In such case, you must stay back in Darchen for 3 days.
47Do`s & Don’ts for Kailash Trip?
Do's
- For smooth & successful completion of yatra, it is essential to develop good understanding among yatris.
- Do take diamox regularly till you finish the parikrama.
- Drink plenty of water & fluids during trekking. Take liberal amounts of hot, fluids and enough nourishment to provide energy for body.
- Do cover yourself properly and protect yourself from Cold.
- Use good quality tinted snow-glasses or dark sunglasses to protect eyes against snow blindness. Avoid use of cheap, poor quality sun glasses.
- Apply good quality sunscreen lotion (30 SPF) to exposed parts of the body to avoid sunburn, particularly during parikramas.
- If there is heavy snowfall or snowstorms, stay close to each other & avoid being separated.
- Do respect their culture and people.
- Do maintain cleanliness.
- Follow instructions of the Tour officer properly.
Don'ts
- Do not neglect to consume sufficient food & fluids. Do remember that pilgrims suffer from loss of appetite at high altitudes. So, per force consume enough nourishment.
- Do not overexert. Fatigue can lead to cold and more serious problems, especially at high altitude.
- Do not take photographs of Army Officials and Check Post.
- Do not talk about Dalai Lama.
- Do not smoke or consume alcohol during the yatra & especially at high altitudes, as this is dangerous & has serious consequences.
48What we must carry?
Be sure you have the needy items! Warm clothes, water bottle, water purification tabs, sun tan lotion utility knife, dusk musk, medicine for headaches, fever, colds, stomach disorders and diamox (unless you are allergic to sulpha drugs) for altitude sickness, It is also good to carry dry fruit, juice powder, breads, candy, canned or packed food, nuts, pickles and biscuits.
* if you do not have any of the above items, our executive will assist you in Kathmandu.
49Do you have any age restriction?
The age limit is 70 years old. If you are below 70 years old and physically fit you may travel but we insist everyone to consult their doctor and must mention that you are going to high altitude. Couple of old aged people travelled with us and have successfully done the parikrama.