Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Helicopter

This is the first day of your Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. On this day, you will arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Once you complete your airport formalities, our representative at Himalayan 360 will meet you and take you to the hotel. Get rest at the hotel. Later on, if you want, you can explore the nearby areas around the hotel.

This morning, after a delicious breakfast, you will begin the day with a sightseeing tour to Pashupatinath Temple. It is the most sacred temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. Here, you will perform puja and rituals to seek blessings for a safe and successful Mansarovar and Kailash Yatra ahead.

Once done with a temple visit, you will head to Tribhuvan International Airport (domestic terminal) and board a short flight to Nepalgunj. The flight time is about 50 minutes. Upon arrival, you will check into your pre-booked hotel and attend a briefing session about the upcoming journey with your other group members. Have dinner at the hotel and rest early. Overnight stay in Nepalgunj.

You will take an early morning flight to Simikot, a town in the western Himalayas, from Nepalgunj. Please note that flight schedules are subject to weather conditions, so slight delays may occur. Upon reaching Simikot, you will take a helicopter flight to Hilsa. You will enjoy stunning aerial views of snow-capped peaks and deep Himalayan valleys along the flight.

When you arrive at Hilsa, your trekking leader will escort you to Sher (Nepal-China border). Here, you will go through immigration formalities. After that, you will ride on a vehicle to reach Taklakot (Burang). This day marks your official entry into Tibet (China) and the start of your journey towards the sacred Lake Mansarovar and Mount Kailash Yatra. Overnight at Burang.

Today is the first acclimatization day on your Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by helicopter. As you have reached an altitude of 3,900M by the time you reach Taklakot, it’s essential to rest to help your body adjust to a higher altitude. You will spend the day exploring Taklakot. You can visit nearby shops, temples, or just explore the area around the place you are staying.

It’s a very important day today on the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra itinerary, as you will head to the holiest Mansarovar Lake. You will start the day after a warm breakfast at the hotel. Later on, you will hop on the vehicle to get to Mansarovar. The drive passes through beautiful mountains and terrains and offers mesmerizing views of the Tibetan plateau and open valleys.

Along the way, you will also stop to visit the Chiu Gompa, also known as Sparrow Monastery. It is a sacred monastery located on the northwest shore of Mansarovar. “Chiu” is a Tibetan word which means ‘Sparrow’, and hence the name Sparrow Monastery. Legend says that Guru Rinpoche was guided here by a sparrow. To reach Chiu Gompa, you will need to climb some stairs. From the Gompa, you will enjoy wide views of Lake Mansarovar, and on clear days, a view of Mount Kailash to the north. The cave present in the monastery holds the footprints of Guru Rinpoche, dating back to the 8th century.

After exploring the monastery, you will head to beautiful Mansarovar Lake. Upon arrival at the lake, you can take a holy bath, perform puja, and meditate by the lakeside to absorb the sacred energy of the surroundings. The rest of the day is free for you to relax, enjoy the serene lake scenery, and prepare for the upcoming Kailash Kora (circumambulation of Mount Kailash).

Today you will drive to Taraboche in the Kailash region from Lake Mansarovar, which is about 52KM. Later on, you will start the trek. Also, today marks the beginning of the sacred Kailash Kora, the spiritual circumambulation around Mount Kailash. Taraboche, also known as Yan Dwar, is the official starting point of the holy parikrama. It is believed that when one passes through Yam Dwar, the “Gateway of the God of Death”, they will leave behind worldly sins and step onto the path of spiritual purification.

From Taraboche, you will start your first day of kora to the Dirapuk Monastery. You will pass through the Lha Chu River and enjoy views of the north face of Mount Kailash towering to your right, glaciers, and rugged valleys. You will walk in the footsteps of countless pilgrims who have been on this sacred journey for centuries. Take time to capture photographs of the landscape or selfies along the way.

On reaching Dirapuk, you will check into the guesthouse, where dinner and overnight stay are arranged. Night is cold, and the oxygen level is low at this high altitude, so rest well.

Note: During the busy season of Kailash Kora, monastery guesthouses may become overcrowded. In such cases, the trekking team from Himalayan 360 will set up tents on the monastery grounds for an overnight stay.

It is the second day of Kailash Kora. On this day, we will trek to Zutulpuk. Today’s 22KM walk is the longest as well as the most challenging part of the entire yatra. You will cross Dolma La Pass (5,630M), the highest point of the Mount Kailash and Mansarovar Yatra. On the way to the pass, you will see footprints of Shiva Tsal. Shiva Tsal is a place where pilgrims leave behind clothes, hair, or a few drops of blood with the aim to let go of their past life and sins. It is also believed that pilgrims will receive these offerings in heaven after death.

After climbing up to Dolma La, you will descend to Gauri kund, also known as Parvati kund. It is a holy lake where Goddess Parvati bathed. The downhill section is rocky and slippery, so you must walk carefully and stay close to the group. Along the way, you will stop to eat a packed lunch. Soon you will reach Zuthulpuk. Once you reach, you will settle into the tented camp. Have an early dinner and rest well after this tough but deeply spiritual day.

This is the third day, as well as the end of Kailash Parikrama. The trek is about 8KM and takes 3Hours. After ending Kora, you will reach the designated endpoint where your vehicle awaits. Needless to say, as you complete the Kora, take a moment to express gratitude and offer prayers for the divine strength that guided you through this journey. From here onwards, you will board your vehicle and drive back to Taklakot (Burang). Enjoy the views of the high plateau and the open landscapes of the Kailash region one last time along the way.

When you arrive in Taklakot, you will have enough time to rest and recover from the driving journey as well as the final day of the Kora. You can spend the evening resting and recalling the experiences and divine aura of Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar. Overnight stay at Taklakot.

After breakfast at the hotel, you will pack your backpack and then again get ready for a 25-minute drive. The drive from Taklakot (Burang) to Sher gives one last glimpse of the Tibetan plateau. So, don’t forget to take photos and enjoy the moment as much as you want. Once you reach Sher, you will trek down to Hilsa, the border town on the Nepal side. This will be your last trekking day and also the end of your incredible adventure across the sacred land of Tibet.

From Hilsa, a helicopter ride will bring you to Simikot. The helicopter ride offers stunning aerial views of the Himalayan landscape and remote mountain villages, so your ending journey will be as beautiful as when you started. Upon arrival at Simikot, you will check into your hotel and relax. Overnight stay in Simikot.

Today, you will take a morning flight from Simikot to Nepalgunj. Once at Nepalgunj, you will again connect with your onward flight to Kathmandu airport. When we return to the capital, we will transfer you to your hotel and help you check in and relax. The remaining time of the day, you can explore Thamel and shop for souvenirs. Overnight at Kathmandu.

After breakfast, you will be transferred to Tribhuvan International Airport 3Hours ahead for your next flight to your home. As you bid farewell to Nepal, you carry with you unforgettable memories of your spiritual adventure to Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar helicopter yatra. We hope you had a good time with us. Remember us for your next adventure.