Mount Kailash Tour

How does our trip start?

The Mount Kailash Tour starts with your arrival at Kathmandu, which counts as the 1st day of the tour. From Day 2 to Day 4, we will apply for the Tibet Travel Permit and go on a day sightseeing tour around Kathmandu. On the 5th day, we will finally drive to the Nepal-Tibet border, following the Pasang Lhamu Highway. The following day, we will finally cross the border and enter Tibet.

Difficulty

If you do this tour without any sort of physical preparation, you will definitely find it difficult to trek the 54-km-long route that spans 3 days. However, with easy and proper preparation, you will breeze through the trekking days without breaking a sweat. The trek starts from Tarboche and ends three days later after we reach Darchen. All in all, this trek is very doable; you can even bring along kids and elderly people, provided that they are capable of walking and that they prepare well for the Mount Kailash Tour.

Best seasons

The best seasons to visit the Mansarovar Lake are spring and autumn. However, in practice, you can do this trek at any time throughout the year since the Tibet region is not affected much by the monsoon period. The annual rainfall it receives is just 460 mm; one of the driest regions of the world, excluding hot deserts.

Despite it being open whole year round, there are definitely some seasons that are better than the others. For instance, spring and autumn offer better outdoor conditions in comparison to winter and summer. While spring and autumn have mild daytime temperatures with very low chances of rainfall, the winter season is very cold, with temperatures plummeting below zero degrees. Likewise, the summer season can be a bit too warm, and this is also the time when Tibet receives most of its annual 460 mm rainfall.

Altitude Sickness

The highest point of this Mount Kailash Tour is Dolma La Pass, which has us reach 5630 meters above sea level. This is a considerable height, prone to altitude sickness if we do not follow the correct preventive measures. Our tour guide will teach you the preventive measures of altitude sickness, and we will also have an acclimatization day to let our bodies adapt to the sudden change in atmosphere and climate.

The majority of our nights during the touring days will be spent at over 4000 meters, which is a considerable elevation, but we will keep track of your oxygen levels every night and every morning. The guide will look for any early signs of altitude sickness to mitigate it before it even sprouts.

Accommodation, Food and Drink

In general, accommodations are arranged on a twin-sharing basis, meaning two travelers of the group will share one room with two single beds. This is the standard arrangement, but a flexible one since we can also arrange a private room just meant for a single person, at a price. You will have attached bathrooms in every room.

You will find plenty of Indian food options on this tour since most of the tourists who visit Lake Mansarovar are Indians. Dishes like Veg Biryani, Palak Paneer, Paratha, Chana Masala, Pulao, Dal Roti, Matar Paneer, Dal Makhani, and more are available at most eateries. In contrast, you can also try Tsampa, momo, Tibetan noodles, Thukpa, Sha Phaley, Yak Meat Dishes, and other regional dishes. Your drink options are different types of tea, including butter tea, masala tea, lemon/black tea, etc, canned juice, soda, and more.

Transportation

During the initial days of the tour, we will take you on a sightseeing drive around Kathmandu city, followed by a drive to Syabrubesi or Timure. After that, we will cross the border and get into Tibet, and drive all the way to Kerung. We will have plenty more drives in Tibet and ultimately make it back to Kathmandu to end the tour. All of the ground transportation that this itinerary requires will be arranged by us, and its expenses will be covered by the tour package.

Permit

The Mount Kailash Tour requires visitors to have the Tibet Travel Permit, you do not need any other permits. The expense related to this permit will be covered by the tour package.

Cost & Budget

This extensive Mount Kailash Tour package will cost you USD ______ per person. Under this package, your daily accommodation expenses, 3 meals per day (except in Kathmandu), all ground transportation expenses, local taxes, wages of the drivers and tour guides, etc, will be covered.

Gadgets charging & Internet

Charging your devices will not be a problem in Tibet, but you will face power outages during your time in Nepal. However, most hotels have a backup power supply. Internet connectivity is reliable throughout the Mount Kailash Tour.

Your Extra expenses

Any kind of flight expenses, personal travel insurance, medical insurance, extra meals, additional accommodation, any kind of beverages, tips for the crew members, etc., are your extra expenses.

Things to Remember Before Doing The Mount Kailash Tour

• The Nepal-Tibet border at Rasuwa Gadhi closes at times of political unrest or any other unforeseen circumstances, so make sure that you schedule your travel accordingly.
• The best pill you can take if you get altitude sickness is Diamox, so we recommend you carry a couple of pills with you, just in case.
• If you are feeling lightheadedness, shortness of breath, and noticeable headache, let the guide know so he can examine you for altitude sickness.
• To prepare for this trek, go on long walks for at least 5 to 6 weeks prior to the start of the tour.
• The region of Tibet loves meaty dishes; vegetarian options are available, but you should let us know at the booking phase.

Add-Ons

Upgrade Your Accommodation

As per our standard practice, we will offer you a 3-star hotel stay throughout the Mount Kailash Tour. However, we understand that some travelers might want a little more luxury. So, we are open for upgrades as long as they are viable and your preferred establishments are not full. There are many 4-star and 5-star hotels in Kathmandu and Tibetan cities, you are free to choose any one of them. This upgrade will add to the standard cost of the Mount Kailash Tour, as it is an additional service that comes at a price.