Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Ex Lakhnow 9 Days

Upon arrival at Lucknow Airport or Railway Station, you will be greeted by our representative and begin your journey toward Nepalgunj, a sub-metropolitan city in southwestern Nepal close to the Indian border. The scenic drive takes approximately 4–5 hours, depending on traffic and immigration formalities. After crossing the border, you’ll check in at a 3-star hotel in Nepalgunj. The rest of the evening is at leisure for rest or a short orientation meeting regarding the upcoming journey.

After an early breakfast, proceed to Nepalgunj Airport for a scenic mountain flight to Simikot, the gateway to northwestern Nepal and the Kailash route. The flight crosses stunning Himalayan terrain, offering panoramic views. Due to unpredictable weather patterns in the mountains, the flight is scheduled early in the morning when conditions are typically calmer.

Simikot, located at 2910 meters (9545 ft), is used as an acclimatization stop. The area has a STOL (Short Take Off and Landing) airport, meaning only small aircraft can land here. After arriving, enjoy lunch in Simikot, explore the surrounding village, and rest in a basic guest house or hotel to begin the altitude adjustment process.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Overnight Stay: Guest House / Basic Hotel in Simikot

Attractions: Scenic mountain flight, remote Himalayan setting

Expected Temperatures:

Daytime: 18°C to 25°C

Nighttime: 4°C to -2°C

Climate: Generally cloudy and rainy, especially after late morning

Breakfast: 06 am -0700 am 

Fly to Hilsa by Helicopter 

Duration: 25 Minutes Helicopter flights 

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 

Overnight: Taklakot - China 

Attraction: Nepal /China Border 

Accommodation: Guest House 

The helicopter flight from Simikot to Hilsa takes approximately 25 minutes (one way). The flight route passes through the deep Karnali River gorge and narrow, remote valleys, where the weather usually turns windy and cloudy from late morning onward. Therefore, we aim to operate more shuttle flights early in the morning and transport all group members to Hilsa. 
We operate a Eurocopter (B3) that can carry up to 5 persons and 10 kg of luggage at a time. Since the helicopter has limited capacity to carry, we kindly request that you refrain from carrying any unnecessary items. We use two helicopters at a time, allowing us to airlift our group members to Hilsa as soon as possible. 
After all group members shift to Hilsa by helicopter, you will cross the border and then drive to Taklakot (Purang). According to the visa rules of the Chinese government, all group members must enter and exit together. Therefore, until all members arrive in Hilsa, no one can cross the border. 
The drive from Hilsa to Taklakot takes about 45 minutes. The driving distance is about 27 km. 
Simikot to Hilsa: by helicopter 
Flight duration: 25 minutes 
Carrying capacity: 5 persons + 10 kg baggage each. 
Hilsa to Chinese immigration (Sher): only 10 10-minute walk. 
Sher to Taklakot: 27 km, 45 minutes drive by Bus. 
Expected temperature: daytime: - 22 to 28 degrees Celsius/nighttime: - up to -3 degrees Celsius. 
General climatic condition: mild, windy 
Overnight hotel
 

After an early breakfast at 7:00 AM, the journey continues with a scenic drive to the sacred Lake Manasarovar, located about 110 kilometers from Taklakot. The drive takes approximately 2 hours by deluxe coach or van, offering breathtaking views of the Tibetan plateau and distant glimpses of Mount Kailash. En route, lunch will be served, and the awe-inspiring natural beauty of the region will begin to unfold. Upon arrival, pilgrims can explore Lake Manasarovar, a revered spiritual destination believed to purify the soul. The area is often windy, with daytime temperatures between 22°C to 32°C and night temperatures dropping to -3°C to -4°C. Overnight stay will be arranged in a guest house or tented camp along the lakeshore, providing a peaceful atmosphere to reflect and prepare for the upcoming journey around Mount Kailash.

Breakfast: 07 am 
Morning religious activities at Lake Manasoravara, like Puja/Hawn/ Bath at Manasoravara 
Today is the highlight day of our journey. The most exciting part, the sacred circumambulation around Kailash, commences today from Yama Dwara. In the morning, after breakfast, we depart from the lake strand to Yama Dwara (also called 'Tarboche' in Tibetan), which takes approximately one and a half hours to reach. We should make a brief halt in Darchen because some travel documents have been obtained from local Police and Army officials, and we also need to make a group entry into 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 foot can instantly proceed to Deraphuk; the rest of the 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 quite easy, flat, but mild ascent. Due to its extreme elevation, we feel tired while walking and often need to take a break frequently. 
Overnight at Shisapanga Guesthouse. 
Lake Manasarovar to Yama Dwara: 45 km, 1 & half hour drive. 
Yama Dwar - Dhriraphuk (10 km): 5 - 6 hour trek. 
Elevation of Dhriraphuk: 4920 m./16,138 ft 
Expected temperature: daytime: -12 to 18 degrees Celsius/nighttime: -5 to -8 degrees. 
Average climatic condition: windy and partly cloudy & rainy. 
Overnight Mudhouse: Mud House on the way to 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 commences leading you rapidly up, however, in between it turns into flat with a gentle ascent. Up to Dolma-La (5,600 m.), the path keeps you taking you up and up. Dolma La is the highest point 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 & 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/nighttime: -3 to -5 degrees. 
Average climatic condition: windy 
Overnight Mudhouse: Mud House on the way to Parikrama 
 

Undoubtedly, today is the most hectic day of your journey. You, yet to go for another 08 km walk to accomplish the circumambulation, then drive to Hilsa. As usual, after morning meals, you will pack up your belongings 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. After getting together with all members, you will board on vehicle 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 them towards Hilsa. After having luggage checked and going through some formalities again at the border, you will cross over the Suspension bridge of the Karnali River, 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 Mansarovar: 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 
 

The day begins with an early breakfast at 6:00 AM, followed by a return journey that includes a helicopter flight from Hilsa to Simikot and then a connecting flight from Simikot to Nepalgunj. This combined air travel takes approximately 5 to 6 hours, depending on weather and scheduling. En route, lunch will be provided to ensure travelers are well-nourished. Upon arrival in Nepalgunj, pilgrims will be transferred by private coach or van to their hotel for an overnight stay. This marks the beginning of the return leg of the journey, offering time to rest and reflect after completing the spiritually significant Kailash Yatra. All meals breakfast, lunch, and dinner are included, and comfortable hotel accommodation is arranged for the night.

The final day of the journey begins with a relaxed breakfast between 6:00 AM and 10:00 AM, allowing travellers to unwind after their spiritual and adventurous pilgrimage. This is a free day, offering time to rest, reflect, or organize personal belongings. Lunch is included, providing a satisfying conclusion to the meal plan. Later, a private transfer will be arranged to drop participants at Lucknow Airport for their onward journey. This calm and unhurried day serves as a gentle transition back to daily life, marking the peaceful end of a memorable and soul-enriching Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra DROP TO LAKHNOW