Kailash Mansarovar Yatra
(By Flight)
USD 1600 + INR 136000
Overview
Package type:
Premium
Pick up & drop:
Lucknow Airport
Duration:
11N/12D
Driving distance:
685 km
Trekking distance:
42 km
Max altitude:
Dolma La Pass (5,630 m / 18,600 ft)
Max temp:
35°C
Min temp:
-10°C
Best duration:
May – October
Accommodation:
Hotels & Guest Houses
Highlights of the Tour
Darshan of Mount Kailash – The Abode of Lord Shiva
Sacred mountain revered in Hinduism, Buddhism, Jainism, and Bon tradition; considered the spiritual axis of the universe.
Holy Snan at Lake Mansarovar
Taking a dip in this divine lake is believed to cleanse past karmas and purify the soul.
Kailash Parikrama (52 km Sacred Circuit)
Three-day spiritual circumambulation including Yamdwar, North Face darshan at Diraphuk, and crossing Dolma La Pass (18,600 ft).
Darshan of Gauri Kund at Dolma La Pass
Sacred glacial lake associated with Goddess Parvati, visible during the toughest yet most transformative part of the trek.
Premium Features
Indian Tour Managers
Highly experienced in high-altitude travel with strong operational control and on-ground leadership.
Express Visa Cost Included
Seamless group visa process with complete documentation support.
Travel Insurance Coverage
Covers high-altitude evacuation and medical emergencies for added safety.
Small Group Size (30–35 Pax)
Better coordination, closer monitoring, and more personalized assistance.
2N Complimentary Stay at Lucknow
Comfortable 3-star accommodation for hassle-free airport departures.
Customized Kailash Kit
Down Jacket, Poncho, Warm Topi, Duffel bag, Day Bag, Small Pouch.
Brief Description
This 12-day journey offers a time-efficient, spiritually immersive trip to sacred Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar via helicopter from Nepal.
The route operates Lucknow – Nepalgunj – Simikot – Hilsa – Purang – Mansarovar – Darchen and back, combining air travel, controlled acclimatization, and overland Tibetan exploration.
Pilgrims begin with a comfortable arrival in Lucknow, followed by a seamless transfer into Nepal. A short mountain flight to Simikot and a helicopter shuttle to Hilsa significantly reduce travel fatigue and altitude exposure time.
Proper acclimatization at Purang prepares yatris for the high-altitude phase of the journey.
The spiritual highlight unfolds at Lake Mansarovar with holy snan, puja, Mansarovar Parikrama by vehicle, and the first divine darshan of Mount Kailash.
From Darchen, pilgrims undertake the revered 3-day Kailash Parikrama via Yamdwar, Diraphuk (North Face darshan), and the challenging Dolma La Pass (18,600 ft), before descending to Zuthulpuk.
Designed for serious spiritual seekers who value comfort and structured logistics, this premium program features experienced Indian tour managers, oxygen backup, small group handling, and best-available accommodations in remote regions.
High-altitude travel involves physical exertion and weather uncertainty. Acclimatization days are included, and oxygen/medical support is carried for emergencies.
Itinerary
Arrival in Lucknow
Driving
0 km
Walking / Trek
0 km
Altitude
404 ft (123 m)
Hotel
3 Star
Sharing
Twin
Meals
Dinner
- • Arrive at Lucknow Airport and meet our tour representative.
- • Assisted transfer to hotel.
- • Evening Yatra briefing.
- • Dinner and overnight stay at Lucknow.
Lucknow – Nepalgunj
Driving
190 km / 5 hrs
Walking / Trek
0 km
Altitude
492 ft (150 m)
Hotel
3 Star
Sharing
Twin
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- • Morning drive to Nepalgunj via the Indo–Nepal border.
- • Assisted border formalities.
- • Check in at the hotel in Nepalgunj.
- • Final preparation and baggage segregation for the helicopter journey.
- • Dinner and overnight stay at Nepalgunj.
Nepalgunj – Simikot
Walking / Trek
1–2 km (acclimatization walk)
Flight
45 mins (chartered; weather dependent)
Altitude
9,547 ft (2,910 m)
Hotel
Best Available Guest House
Sharing
Multiple
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- • Early morning chartered flight to Simikot (subject to weather).
- • Priority handling and assisted transfers.
- • Check-in and acclimatization walk.
- • Medical and oxygen saturation check (group basis).
- • Dinner and overnight stay at Simikot.
Simikot – Hilsa – Purang (Taklakot)
Driving
30 km / 1 hr (Hilsa → Purang)
Helicopter
20 mins (Simikot → Hilsa)
Altitude
12,795 ft (3,900 m)
Hotel
3 Star (Best Available in Tibet Region)
Sharing
Twin
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- • Helicopter shuttle to Hilsa.
- • Fast-track immigration assistance.
- • Drive to Purang (Taklakot).
- • Rest and acclimatization under supervision.
- • Dinner and overnight stay at Purang.
Acclimatization at Purang
Driving
Local
Walking / Trek
2–3 km
Altitude
12,795 ft (3,900 m)
Hotel
3 Star (Best Available)
Sharing
Twin
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- • Full acclimatization day to reduce AMS risk.
- • Guided short walk around the Purang market area.
- • Yatra briefing for Mansarovar and Parikrama.
- • Dinner and overnight stay at Purang.
Purang – Lake Mansarovar
Driving
110 km / 3 hrs
Walking / Trek
0 km
Altitude
15,060 ft (4,590 m)
Hotel
Dormitory
Sharing
5–6 Sharing
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- • Scenic drive to the sacred Lake Mansarovar.
- • First divine darshan of Mount Kailash en route.
- • Complete 105 km Mansarovar Parikrama by vehicle.
- • Holy dip and group puja at the lake.
- • Dinner and overnight stay near Mansarovar.
Lake Mansarovar – Darchen
Driving
40 km / 1 hr
Walking / Trek
0 km
Altitude
15,010 ft (4,575 m)
Hotel
3 Star (Best Available)
Sharing
Twin
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- • Morning meditation and spiritual rituals at Mansarovar.
- • Drive to Darchen – base of Mount Kailash Parikrama.
- • Optional Ashtapad Darshan (subject to Chinese authority approval).
- • Porter and pony allocation for Parikrama (if pre-booked).
- • Dinner and overnight stay at Darchen.
Darchen – Yamdwar – Diraphuk
Driving
5 km (to Yamdwar)
Walking / Trek
10–12 km (5–6 hrs)
Altitude
16,141 ft (4,920 m)
Hotel
Dormitory
Sharing
5–6 Sharing
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- • Drive to Yamdwar (Tarboche).
- • Begin the first day of Mount Kailash Parikrama.
- • Trek along the Lha Chu valley.
- • Holy darshan of the North Face of Mount Kailash.
- • Dinner and overnight stay at Diraphuk.
Diraphuk – Dolma La Pass – Zuthulpuk
Walking / Trek
22 km (10–12 hrs)
Altitude
Dolma La Pass: 18,600 ft (5,630 m); Zuthulpuk: 4,790 m
Hotel
Dormitory
Sharing
5–6 Sharing
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- • Early morning ascent to Dolma La Pass.
- • Darshan of Gauri Kund from the top.
- • Controlled descent toward Zuthulpuk.
- • Medical assistance and oxygen backup available.
- • Dinner and overnight stay at Zuthulpuk.
Zuthulpuk – Darchen – Purang
Driving
120 km / 3 hrs
Walking / Trek
8 km (3–4 hrs)
Altitude
12,795 ft (3,900 m)
Hotel
3 Star (Best Available)
Sharing
Twin
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- • Complete the final stretch of Kailash Parikrama.
- • Drive back to Darchen and proceed to Purang.
- • Rest and recovery evening.
- • Dinner and overnight stay at Purang.
Purang – Hilsa – Simikot – Nepalgunj – Lucknow
Driving
190 km / 5 hrs (Nepalgunj → Lucknow)
Flight
Simikot → Nepalgunj (weather dependent)
Helicopter
Hilsa → Simikot (weather dependent)
Altitude
Lucknow: 404 ft
Hotel
3 Star
Sharing
Twin
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- • Drive to the Hilsa border.
- • Helicopter to Simikot.
- • Flight to Nepalgunj.
- • Drive to Lucknow with assisted transfers.
- • Overnight stay at Lucknow.
Departure from Lucknow
Driving
0 km
Walking / Trek
0 km
Altitude
404 ft (123 m)
Hotel
—
Sharing
—
Meals
Breakfast
- • Morning check-out from the hotel.
- • Transfer to Lucknow Airport.
- • Yatra concludes with sacred memories of Kailash Mansarovar.
Package Cost
USD 1600 + INR 136000
Additional costs may occur (porter/pony, extra nights, currency conversion).
Currency conversion reference: 1 Yuan ≈ 12 INR (approx.).
Additional cost (may occur)
Porter cost (Parikrama applicable)
2000–2400 Yuan (≈ INR 22,500–30,000 per head)
Porter + Horse (Parikrama applicable; 3 days)
5000–6000 Yuan (≈ INR 69,000 per head)
Extra nights at Darchen (medical / not doing Parikrama)
300 Yuan per head per day (twin sharing basis)
Package Cost Includes
- Express Visa Cost.
- Travel insurance.
- Kailash Kit (Down Jacket, Poncho, Warm Topi, Duffel bag, Day Bag, Small Pouch).
- English and Hindi-speaking Indian Tour Manager from Busy Boots Travel.
- English and Hindi-speaking Tibetan and Nepali guide.
- All accommodation in Tibet region (Guest house / Hotel) as mentioned in itinerary.
- All veg meals from Day 1 Lucknow to Day 12 Lucknow.
- Arrival and departure transfer by tourist coach.
- 5% GST on INR amount.
- Transport by tourist bus up to Mansarovar and Eco bus in Mansarovar/Kailash area as per group size.
- Visa fees of China Tibet (including Sherpa team).
- All cooking equipment as per group size.
- Kailash Yatra completion certificate.
- All entry, travel & road permit fees in Tibet.
- Sherpas, cook and necessary supporting staff.
- Yak and Yak man for kitchen equipment during Parikrama.
- Emergency oxygen cylinder, oxy-meter and medical kit box.
Package Cost Excludes
- Cost of flight tickets to Kathmandu & back.
- Cost of currency conversion.
- Any upgradation in accommodation.
- Additional days cost due to natural calamities, political unrest, or unforeseen circumstances.
- Rescue & emergency cost.
- If any members exit before trip ends in Tibet: visa split and extra transportation fees.
- Tips for supporting staff.
Frequently Asked Questions
Packing List
Clothing
- Warm woolen clothes (sweaters, thermals, jackets, shawls) — 1 each.
- Lightweight cotton clothes for daytime (lower areas can be warm).
- Raincoat/poncho/umbrella (weather is unpredictable).
- Trek pants/track pants (avoid jeans during trek).
- Woolen socks + cotton socks (extra pairs).
- Woolen cap/muffler/gloves.
- Comfortable sports/trekking shoes (waterproof recommended).
- Slippers/floaters for camps/hotels.
Travel essentials
- Small backpack (for day treks).
- Duffel bag/trolley bag (main luggage).
- Trekking stick/walking stick.
- Reusable water bottle/thermos.
- Sunglasses with UV protection.
- Hat/cap for sun protection.
- Power bank & chargers.
Personal care
- Sunscreen (SPF 40+) & lip balm.
- Moisturizer & cold cream.
- Hand sanitizer & wet wipes.
- Towel (quick-dry preferred).
- Soap/shampoo sachets.
- Toothbrush, toothpaste & toiletries.
Health & safety
- Personal medicines (carry extra stock).
- Pain relief spray/balm.
- ORS packets/glucose powder / dry fruits/energy bars.
- Face mask & small pack of tissues.
Optional but useful
- Small pillow/neck pillow.
- Shawl/stole for temple visits.
- Lock & key for luggage.
- Notebook & pen.
- Small thermos flask (for tea/coffee).
Important Documents
- • Passport valid for minimum 6 months.
- • Passport must have 3 blank pages.
- • Medical certificate from your personal doctor.
- • Clear scanned passport copy to be submitted 60 days before travel.
- • Original passport required 20 days prior to Yatra at Delhi (only for Indian nationals).
- • One recent digital photograph: white background; no glasses, makeup, bindi, tika.
Payment & Refund Policy
Payment policy
Booking amount
- Non-refundable booking amount: INR 30,000 to confirm booking.
- Pay within 7 days of receiving booking confirmation.
Balance payment
- Remaining amount must be paid 30 days before travel date.
- If booking within 30 days of travel: full payment at booking time.
Payment methods
- USD 1600 in cash.
- INR 136000 via bank transfer or UPI.
Cancellation & refunds
- 30 days or more prior to departure: 10% of package cost.
- 15–29 days prior to departure: 50% of package cost.
- 7–14 days prior to departure: 75% of package cost.
- Less than 7 days: 100% (no refund).
- Company cancellation due to calamities/restrictions: alternative tour or full refund (excluding non-refundable expenses).
- Refunds processed within 15 working days to original payment mode.
- Certain components (airline tickets, hotel bookings, permits, visa) may be non-refundable as per vendor policy.
- Force majeure: company not liable for refunds if trip is cancelled/interrupted due to disasters or emergencies.
Operational note: flight/helicopter sectors are weather dependent; schedule buffers are built in, but delays can occur in remote mountain regions.
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