The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is not just a route across Nepal and Tibet — it is a journey where faith meets altitude, silence becomes a teacher, and every mile brings you closer to the presence of Shiva. From Kathmandu's temple bells to Tibet's endless plateau, the pilgrimage transforms the mind as deeply as it tests the body.
"In the silence of the mountains, one discovers the strength of surrender."
"Every step towards Kailash is a step inward."
The Kailash Kora begins with optimism, but altitude quickly reminds pilgrims that devotion must walk with discipline. Each breath on this terrain is a negotiation with nature. Yet, every hardship becomes meaningful the moment the sacred North Face rises before the eyes.
Dolma-La, at 5,630 meters, is the soul of the Yatra. The ascent tests endurance, the pass humbles ego, and the descent towards Gauri Kund feels like a quiet rebirth. Pilgrims often say that Dolma-La doesn't allow you through — it permits you through.
For centuries, sages and seekers have walked the 52 km Kora around Mount Kailash, believing it cleanses lifetimes of karma. The path is rugged, the air thin, but something in this circle feels ancient and transformative. Every step is a dialogue between effort and grace.
Pilgrims often say that while they walk the mountain, the mountain walks through them.
No lake in the Himalaya holds as much silence as Mansarovar. Pilgrims describe it as a mirror of the inner self — still, vast, and purifying. Sitting by its icy blue edge, one feels the mind quieten in ways that words cannot explain.
A basic fitness level is essential, and a medical fitness certificate is mandatory. Passport with 6 months validity, passport-size photos, travel insurance, and supporting documents must be provided 45 days before departure.
"Those who reach Kailash do not return the same." This journey requires mental, physical, and spiritual preparation. The altitude and terrain demand respect and readiness.
A day-by-day journey through devotion, discipline & discovery
काठमांडू आगमन
Arrival in Kathmandu and check-in to a 4-star hotel. The day allows rest and quiet preparation before you step into higher altitudes and deeper devotion.
दिन 2 — पशुपतिनाथ दर्शन
Morning blessings at Shree Pashupatinath, followed by an orientation covering altitude, permits, health guidance, and the Tibet entry process.
दिन 3 — काठमांडू → स्याब्रुबेसी
A scenic drive through Nepal's hills and rivers leads you to Syabrubesi, your final overnight stop inside Nepal.
दिन 4 — तिब्बत प्रवेश (गिरोंग)
Immigration formalities are completed, and the journey enters Tibet. Kyirong at 2,900m is perfect for your first acclimatization.
दिन 5 — गिरोंग → सागा → मानसरोवर
The vast Tibetan plateau leads you toward Mansarovar. By evening, the sacred lake appears with breathtaking calmness and spiritual depth.
दिन 6 — मानसरोवर आध्यात्मिक दिवस
With calm waters and sacred energy, the day allows snan (if fit), puja, meditation, and quiet reflection beside the lake.
दिन 7 — मानसरोवर → दारचेन
A short drive brings you to Darchen, the gateway of the Kailash Kora. The evening briefing prepares you for the next day's trek.
दिन 8 — परिक्रमा आरंभ: यमद्वार → दिराफुक
Walking from Yamadwar, you move steadily toward Diraphuk, where the majestic North Face of Kailash stands in full glory.
दिन 9 — दिराफुक अनुकूलन दिवस
This day is kept flexible for weather and altitude. Surrounded by the silent presence of Kailash, pilgrims rest, breathe, and let the body adjust naturally before the steep climb ahead.
दिन 10 — डोलमा-ला पास → जुथुलफुक
The most challenging and sacred part of the journey. The climb to Dolma-La at 5,630m demands slow, steady movement, but the descent toward Gauri Kund brings a feeling of quiet rebirth and deep spiritual awe.
दिन 11 — परिक्रमा पूर्ण करना → सागा
The final stretch of the Kora brings a sense of completion. After reaching Darchen, the journey continues back toward Saga, marking a gentle return from the sacred to the worldly.
दिन 12 — सागा → गिरोंग
Descending toward a lower altitude, the body feels lighter, and the landscape softens once again. Kyirong offers Tibetan hospitality and a calm overnight halt.
दिन 13 — काठमांडू वापसी
After border formalities, you re-enter Nepal and travel back to Kathmandu. A comfortable 4-star hotel stay marks the final night of the pilgrimage.
दिन 14 — प्रस्थान
With blessings, memories, and a quieter heart, you depart from Kathmandu for your onward journey — carrying the presence of Kailash far beyond the mountains.
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A non-refundable booking amount of ₹25,000 is required to confirm participation. The full balance must be paid 30 days prior to departure.
Cancellations made 30+ days before departure receive a 50% refund. Between 15–29 days, a 25% refund applies. No refund is available within 14 days of the journey.
No refund or compensation is possible for delays or changes caused by weather, border regulations, political decisions, or natural events. Any extra stay or transport under such circumstances must be borne by the traveler.
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