Kailash Mansarovar Helicopter Tours 10 Days

Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you will be warmly received by our representative and transferred to your hotel in a private vehicle. After completing the check-in process at a 3-star hotel, you will have some time to relax and recover from your journey. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner as part of the included meal plan. A brief orientation meeting will be held at the hotel to provide essential information and answer any questions regarding the upcoming Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. Overnight stay will be in Kathmandu, preparing you for the spiritual journey ahead.

After an early breakfast between 6:00 AM and 9:00 AM, begin a half-day city tour of Kathmandu, visiting the sacred Pashupatinath Temple, one of the holiest shrines dedicated to Lord Shiva, followed by a visit to Budhanilkantha Temple, home to the revered statue of Sleeping Vishnu. After returning, enjoy lunch at the hotel. In the afternoon, board a domestic flight to Nepalgunj. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel by private vehicle (shared if part of a group tour), followed by check-in. The evening is free for rest or local exploration. All meals are included, and you will stay overnight in Nepalgunj.

After an early breakfast between 6:00 AM and 7:00 AM, you will be transferred to the airport for a scenic flight to Simikot, a remote mountain town located at an elevation of 2,910 meters (9,545 feet). The flight from Nepalgunj takes approximately one hour and is operated by small STOL aircraft such as the Dornier or Twin Otter, each carrying a maximum of 16 passengers. Due to frequent cloudy and rainy weather in the mountain region, morning flights are preferred for clearer conditions. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch in Simikot, followed by check-in at a basic guest house or hotel. An overnight stay here is essential for acclimatization, as the town serves as a key staging point for high-altitude travel. The daytime temperature typically ranges from 18°C to 25°C, while night temperatures can drop to 4°C to -2°C. All meals are included.

After an early breakfast between 6:00 AM and 7:00 AM, the group will fly from Simikot to Hilsa by helicopter, a breathtaking 25-minute journey through the deep Karnali River gorge and remote mountain valleys. Due to the region’s typical weather pattern windy and cloudy conditions developing later in the morning all flights are scheduled as early as possible. We operate Eurocopters (B3), each with a capacity of 5 passengers and 10 kg of luggage, and typically use two helicopters simultaneously to efficiently transfer all group members. Upon arrival in Hilsa, it is a 10-minute walk to the Chinese immigration checkpoint (Sher). According to Chinese visa regulations, the group must enter and exit together, so border crossing is done only after all members have arrived. From Sher, it's a 45-minute drive covering 27 km to Taklakot (Purang), where guests will check in at a guest house for overnight stay. The temperature ranges from 22°C to 28°C during the day, dropping to around -3°C at night, with generally mild and windy climatic conditions. All meals breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included.

After an early breakfast at 7:00 AM, the group will drive to the sacred Lake Manasarovar, covering a distance of approximately 110 kilometers in about 2 hours by deluxe coach or van. Along the way, enjoy lunch en route while taking in the breathtaking scenery of the Tibetan plateau. Upon arrival, you will be welcomed by the awe-inspiring sight of Lake Manasarovar, one of the holiest lakes in Hinduism and Buddhism, set against the magnificent backdrop of Mount Kailash. The area is known for its windy climate, with daytime temperatures between 22°C to 32°C and night temperatures dropping to -3°C to -4°C. Accommodation for the night will be in a guest house or tent, and the meal plan includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner. This serene and spiritually significant location marks a powerful moment in the journey.

Breakfast: 07 am Morning religious activities at Lake Manasoravara like Puja/Hawn/ Bath at Manasoravara 
Today is the highlighted day of our journey. The most exciting part, sacred circumambulation around Kailash, commences today from Yama Dwara. Morning, after breakfast, we depart from lake strand to Yama Dwara (also called 'Tarboche' in Tibetan) that demands approximately one & half hour to reach there. We should make a brief halt in Darchen because some travel documents obtained from local Police and Army officials as well as we have to make group entry in the region. From Darchen, it is another half an hour to reach Yama Dwara. Our Yaks, porters and horses are waiting here for us. Those who are making circumambulation around Kailash on feet can instantly proceed for Deraphuk; rest of members can commence their journey after taking their horse/s and porter/s. The Total walk to Deraphuk is for 5-6 hours, but the timing depends on your own pace. The route is relatively easy and flat but with a mild ascent. Due to its extreme elevation, we feel tired while walking and often need to take breaks frequently. 
Overnight at Shisapanga Guesthouse. 
Lake Manasarovar to Yama Dwara: 45 km, 1 & a half hour drive. 
Yama Dwar - Dhriraphuk (10 km): 5 - 6 hour trek. 
Elevation of Dhriraphuk: 4920 m./16,138 ft 
Expected temperature: day time:-12 to 18 degrees Celsius/night time: -5 to -8 degrees. 
Average climatic condition: windy and partly cloudy & rainy. 
Overnight Mudhouse: Mud House on the way of Parikrama 
 

Today, you have to cross a significant distance through the rugged portion of the trail around Mount Kailash before reaching Zutulpahuk. You have to commence your journey from Deraphuk very early in the morning. Right from the initial moment, the trail starts, leading you rapidly up; however, in between, it turns flat with a gentle ascend. Up to Dolma-La (5,600 m.), the path keeps you taking you up and up. Dolma La is the highest bit of this journey. From here onward, the trail leads you down to the valley floor. This particular portion of the trek is a rapid incline, and the track is full of boulders and screes, so one should pay continued attention while trekking down. While descending from Dolma La, we will pass alongside a small glacial pool, which is almost frozen from May through September. This is Gaurikunda. The legend of this pool is connected with Mata Parvati, the consort of lord Shiva. 
Once we make a descent journey to the valley floor, the trail becomes flat and easy. The trail is easy and flat up to the Zutulphuk. 
Overnight Norpel Guesthouse or Monastery guesthouse (Mud house) dormitory. 
Dhiraphuk to Zutulphuk: 21 km (8 - 9 hours trek). 
The highest point to cross over: Dolma La pass (5600 m./18,368 ft) 
Elevation of Zutulphuk: 4820 m./15,810 ft. 
Expected temperature: 14 to 22 degrees Celsius/ night time: -3 to -5 degrees. 
Average climatic condition: windy 
Overnight Mudhouse: Mud House on the way of Parikrama 
 

Undoubtedly, today is the most hectic day of your journey. You still have 8 km to walk to complete the circumambulation, then drive to Hilsa. As usual, after morning meals, you will pack up your belongings and then be ready to move on to Darchen. It requires, presumably, 3 hours to reach the other end of the trail, where our vehicle is waiting to fetch you up. After getting together, all members will board the car and proceed to Taklakot. It takes presumably 2 hours to reach Taklakot, where you have to go through the immigration formalities. From Taklakot, a military person will accompany the group to escort to Hilsa. After having your luggage checked and going through some formalities again at the border, you will cross over the Suspension Bridge of the Karnali River and then enter the territory of Nepal. The drive from Taklakot to Hilsa (border) takes about 45 minutes. 
Zutulphuk to trek ending point: 08 km, 3 hours. 
Trek ending point to Taklakot: 105 km, 2 hours. 
Taklakot to Hilsa border: 27 km, 45 minutes. 
Elevation of Lake Manasarovar: 3700 m./12,136 ft 
Expected temperature: daytime:- 22 to 32 degrees Celsius/nighttime:- -3 to -4 degrees. 
Average climatic condition: windy & dry 
Taklakot: Hotel with toilet facilities. Accommodation: Guest House/Tent 
 

After an early breakfast at 6:00 AM, the return journey begins with a helicopter flight from Hilsa to Simikot, followed by a connecting flight from Simikot to Nepalgunj. The entire travel duration, including waiting and transfer times, takes approximately 5 to 6 hours. Lunch will be provided en route, ensuring you stay refreshed during the journey. Upon arrival in Nepalgunj, you will be transferred to your hotel by private coach or van for an overnight stay. The day marks the completion of the Tibet portion of the journey, offering a moment to rest and reflect. All meals—breakfast, lunch, and dinner—are included, and accommodation will be in a comfortable hotel.

After a leisurely breakfast between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM, the day is kept free for rest or personal activities, allowing participants to relax after the spiritually and physically enriching journey. Lunch is included, and guests can enjoy a calm atmosphere, reflecting on their experiences or preparing for their onward travel. Later in the day, there will be a transfer to Lucknow Airport for your return journey. This final day serves as a rest day, offering time to unwind and conclude the pilgrimage peacefully. The meal plan includes breakfast and lunch.