Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 Ex Luckknow Heli

Overview

Ex-Lucknow via Nepalgunj – Simikot – Hilsa (By Helicopter)

Total Duration: 9 Days
Altitude: 5,700 meters (18,700ft) at Dolma La Pass during the Parikrama.
Pilgrimage Focus: Darshan of Mount Kailash,circumambulation (Parikrama/Kora) of Mount Kailash, and holy dip/puja at Lake Mansarovar.

Lucknow Arrival Date

Month	Date
May	16,21,28(FullMoon)
June	03,09,15,20,27(FullMoon)
July	03,09,15,20,26(FullMoon)
August	07,13,19,25(FullMoon),31
September	06,12,18,23(Full Moon)

Detailed Day – by – Day Itinerary & Altitude Profile

Day	Route & Key Activities	Overnight at & Altitude	Driving / Flying Time	Trekking Time & Distance	Meals
01	Arrive Lucknow Airport / Railway station . Drive to Nepalgunj (150m) . Optional visit to Bageshwari Temple	Nepalgunj 3- star Hotel 150m/490 ft	Drive : 4 hours	–	Breakfast (Lunch if early), Dinner
02	Fly Nepalgunj to Simikot (45 min fight ). Helicopter to Hilsa (20min). Walk & drive to Taklakot Acclimatization begins.	Taklakot(Purang) 3-star Hotel 3,900m/12,795ft	Flight: 45 min Heli: 20 min Drive: 45 min	Walk: 20 min ( to cross bridge)	Packed Breakfast, lunch, Dinner
03	Acclimatization Day in Taklakot. Free day for rest and exploring the local market. Criticalfor adjusting to high altitude.	Taklakot 3 – star Hotel 3,900m	–	–	Breakfast , Lunch and Dinner
04	Drive to Lake Mansarovar (4550 m) En- route see Rakshas Tal and first view	Lake Mansarovar Basic Mud House 4550m/ 14,925 ft	Drive: 1.5 hrs (90km) Parikrama by bus: 3 hrs (105km)		Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

	of Mt.Kailash & Gurla Mandhata.Perform Mansarovar Parikrama by bus, holy dip and puja.
05	Drive to Yam Dwar. Start Kora (Parikrama) – Day 1. Trek to Diraphuk , View the west face of kailash.	Diraphuk Basic Mud House 4880m / 16,010 ft	Drive: 1.5 hrs(43 km)	Trek : 5-6 hrs Distance : 12 km	Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner
06	Kora- Day 2 (Most Challenging), Trek to Dolma La Pass (5700m) and then descend to Zuthulphuk	Zuthulphuk Basic Mud House 4670m/ 15322 ft		Trek: 8-9 hrs Distance : 22 km	Breakfast, Packed Lunch, Dinner
07	Kora Day 3(Final) . Short Trek to Maniwall. Drive to Darchhen and then back to Taklakkot . Rejoin group.	*Taklakot 3-star hotel* 3900m**	Drive:3-4 hrs	Trek : 3 hrs Distance : 8 km	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
08	Drive to Hilsa. Helicopter to Simikot. If possible, fly same day to Nepalgunj	Simikot or Nepalgunj Basic Guest House / 3-star 2900m/ 9500 ft	Drive: 45 min Heli: 20 min Flight : Subject to schedule	Walk : 20 min	Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
09	Drive from Nepalgunj to Lucknow. Tour Concludes . Depart for home destination		Drive: 4 hrs		Breakfast

Package Cost

Cost per person: On Request

GST: Extra as applicable

Currency in Tibet: Chinese Yuan (CNY)

(Can be exchanged at banks or authorized money changers)

Cancellation Policy

After booking: INR 20,000 non-refundable
15 days before departure: 50% of total tour cost
10 days before departure: 90% of total tour cost
07 days or less before departure: 100% of total tour cost
All cancellations must be made in writing; verbal cancellations are not accepted

Trip Highlights

Sacred darshan of Mount Kailash, the holiest peak revered by Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and followers of Bon religion
Holy visit to Lake Mansarovar for puja, meditation, and optional ritual bath at one of the world’s highest freshwater lakes
Kailash Parikrama (Kora) covering approximately 52 km, including crossing the sacred Dolma La Pass (5,700 m)
Time-saving and comfortable helicopter transfers on difficult and high-altitude sectors
Convenient departure Ex-Lucknow, reducing long road journeys and overall travel fatigue
Scenic flights through the Himalayan ranges, offering panoramic aerial views of snow-clad peaks and deep valleys
Well-planned route via Nepalgunj – Simikot – Hilsa – Tibet, ensuring smoother logistics
Spiritual group activities including puja, chanting, and meditation at sacred locations
Adequate acclimatization schedule designed for high-altitude safety and comfort
Experienced guides, support staff, and tour leaders throughout the journey
Basic medical support including first-aid and oxygen assistance during high-altitude days
Comfortable hotel stays in cities and clean guesthouses/lodges during the yatra
Pure vegetarian meals provided throughout the pilgrimage
Opportunity to experience Tibetan culture, monasteries, and landscapes
Once-in-a-lifetime spiritual journey completed in a shorter duration compared to overland routes

Itinerary

Day 1

Lucknow – Nepalgunj

Altitude: 150 m / 490 ft

Drive Duration: Approx. 4 Hours

Arrive at Lucknow Airport / Railway Station and meet our representative. Drive to

Nepalgunj.

(Optional: Local sightseeing in Nepalgunj – Bageshwari Temple dedicated to Goddess Durga, by taxi at own cost.)

Meals: Breakfast at Hotel | Lunch (if arrive early) | Dinner

Overnight: Nepalgunj

Day 2

Nepalgunj – Simikot (Flight) – Hilsa (Helicopter) – Taklakot

Flight Duration: Nepalgunj–Simikot (45 mins)

Helicopter: Simikot–Hilsa (20 mins)

Altitude: Taklakot – 3,900 m

Early morning packed breakfast, then transfer to airport for flight to Simikot. After a short halt, board a chartered helicopter to Hilsa.

Lunch at Hilsa, followed by a 15–20 min walk to cross the bridge and complete immigration formalities at the Chinese check post.

Proceed by coach to Taklakot (approx. 45 mins drive).

Meals: Packed Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Overnight: Taklakot

Day 3

Taklakot (Acclimatization Day)

Entire day free for rest, acclimatization, and exploration of the local market.

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Overnight: Taklakot

Day 4

Taklakot – Mansarovar Lake

Altitude: 4,550 m

Distance: 90 km | Drive: 1.5 hrs

After breakfast, drive to Mansarovar Lake, en route visiting Rakshas Tal.

From here, enjoy the first view of Mount Kailash. On the right, see Gurla Mandhata Parvat.

On arrival at Mansarovar, complete the Mansarovar Parikrama by bus (105 km / approx. 3 hrs).

Our team leaders will stop at selected points for holy bath, puja, and havan.

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Overnight: Mansarovar

Day 5

Mansarovar – Yamdwar – Diraphuk

(1st Day of Kailash Parikrama) Altitude: Diraphuk – 4,880 m Trek: 12 km | 5–6 hrs

After breakfast, drive to Yamdwar via Darchen (43 km / 1.5 hrs).

Yamdwar marks the starting point of Kailash Parikrama. From here, enjoy the South Face view of Mount Kailash.

Trek to Diraphuk, enjoying views of the West Face of Mount Kailash en route. Pilgrims not doing Parikrama may return to Darchen / Taklakot.

Horse facility available at Yamdwar at own cost.

Meals: Breakfast | Packed Lunch | Dinner

Overnight: Diraphuk

Day 6

Diraphuk – Dolma La Pass – Zuthulphuk

(2nd Day of Kailash Parikrama) Altitude: Dolma La Pass – 5,700 m Trek: 22 km | 8–9 hrs

After breakfast, trek towards Dolma La Pass, the most challenging section of the Yatra. The climb is steep for approx. 3 km before the pass and equally steep during descent.

En route, see the sacred Gauri Kund. Continue trekking to Zuthulphuk.

Meals: Breakfast | Packed Lunch | Dinner

Overnight: Zuthulphuk

Day 7

Zuthulphuk – Darchen – Taklakot

(Final Day of Parikrama) Trek: 8 km | 3 hrs

After breakfast, trek to Mani Wall.

From here, drive to Darchen, rejoining other group members. Continue drive to Taklakot.

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Overnight: Taklakot

Day 8

Taklakot – Hilsa – Simikot

Altitude: Hilsa – 3,700 m | Simikot – 2,900 m

After breakfast, drive to the border checkpoint and walk across the bridge to Hilsa. Fly by helicopter to Simikot.

(Subject to flight schedule, same-day connection to Nepalgunj will be attempted.)

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Overnight: Simikot / Nepalgunj

Day 9

Nepalgunj – Lucknow (Departure)

After breakfast, drive to Lucknow for onward journey to your respective destinations.

Meals: Breakfast

Fixed Departure

Start Date	End Date	Price	Space Left
February 3, 2025 Friday	February 28, 2025 Monday	$ 2877	07	Book
March 4, 2025 Friday	February 24, 2025 Monday	$ 2879	09	Book
March 23, 2025 Sunday	April 16, 2025 Tuesday	$ 2880	05	Book

What's Included

All transfers as per the itinerary
Accommodation as per program:
- Nepalgunj / Taklakot / Darchen on double / triple sharing basis
- Dormitory / guesthouse accommodation during Parikrama on 4–6 sharing basis
Nepalgunj – Simikot – Nepalgunj flights
Chartered helicopter (Simikot ⇄ Hilsa)
All pure vegetarian meals (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner) as mentioned in the itinerary
Luxury coach transportation in Tibet
Experienced Nepali team leader, support staff & Tibetan guide
Chinese Group Visa, Tibet permits & Humla region fees
Yatra kit:
- 01 Duffel Bag
- 01 Day Pack
- 01 Jacket
Oxygen cylinder for medical use (carried by staff)

What's Excluded

GST as applicable
Air / Train tickets to & from Lucknow
Extra night accommodation cost due to flight delays or weather conditions
Horse / Porter charges during Kailash Parikrama (optional & at own cost)
Evacuation expenses & travel insurance
Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, beverages,
Visa splitting charges if a pilgrim returns early or separates from the group
Any service not specifically mentioned under “Included”
Tips for Nepali Sherpa & Chinese staff – CNY 200 per pilgrim (mandatory)

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Equipment

ESSENTIAL PACKING LIST & GUIDELINES

Clothing (Sarees Not Permitted)

Indian women pilgrims are strictly advised not to wear sarees during the Yatra due to safety and trekking requirements.

Must-Have Clothing:

Good quality hiking/trekking shoes (well broken-in)
Woollen thermals (top & bottom)
Warm trousers
Woollen shirts
Sweater / insulated jacket
Raincoat / poncho
Woollen cap
Gloves
Woollen socks (multiple pairs)

Essential Gear

Walking / hiking sticks
Torch / flashlight (with extra batteries)
Reusable water bottles
Toilet paper / wet wipes
Sunglasses (UV protected)
Sunscreen (high SPF)
Small towel

Medicines

Personal prescribed medicines (carry sufficient quantity)
Diamox for altitude sickness (only after consulting your doctor for dosage)
Basic first-aid essentials

Snacks & Energy Foods

Chocolates
Dry fruits
Toffees
Glucose / energy supplements

Essential Info

BOOKING REQUIREMENTS & PROCEDURE

Passport Validity

Passport must be valid for at least 06 months from the date of travel.

Passport Pages

Passport must have a minimum of two (02) blank pages.

Existing Chinese Visa

Any existing valid Chinese visa in the passport must be cancelled prior to applying for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra visa.

Booking & Visa Process
- Submit the advance booking amount along with a clear photocopy (Xerox) of the passport at the time of booking.

CRITICAL RISK ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

(As per Operator Guidelines)*

Before booking, all Yatris must clearly understand and accept the following conditions:

The operator shall not be responsible for any accidents, injuries, delays, or evacuation issues arising due to natural calamities, adverse weather conditions, or remote and inaccessible terrain.
The operator shall not be liable for any illness, injury, or health complications resulting from the hazards of high-altitude travel, where immediate medical or emergency facilities may be unavailable.
No refunds shall be applicable for route changes, delays, cancellations, or restrictions imposed by Chinese authorities or due to any circumstances beyond the operator’s control.
This Yatra is a physically demanding, high-altitude, and high-risk pilgrimage. All participants undertake the journey entirely at their own risk, having assessed their physical fitness and medical condition.

HEALTH ADVISORY & ALTITUDE WARNING

Fitness Requirement:

This is one of the most challenging high-altitude pilgrimages. Participants must be in excellent physical health.

Mandatory Medical Check-Up:

A comprehensive medical examination by a qualified doctor is compulsory, especially for pilgrims with heart, lung, blood pressure, or respiratory conditions (e.g., asthma).

Altitude Sickness Awareness:

Common symptoms include headache, nausea, loss of appetite, dizziness, and breathlessness.

The acclimatization day at Taklakot is critical for minimizing altitude-related risks.

Safety Precautions:
- Drink 3–4 liters of water daily
- Strictly avoid alcohol and smoking
- Do not over-exert or rush during trekking
- Immediately inform your guide or team leader in case of severe or persistent symptoms

FAQ

What is the total duration of the yatra?

The helicopter yatra generally takes 9 to 11 days, depending on weather conditions, flight schedules, and acclimatization requirements.

From where does the journey start?

The yatra starts from Lucknow, with onward travel via Nepalgunj, Simikot, and Hilsa, followed by entry into Tibet.

Who can join the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra?

Indian passport holders aged generally between 18 and 70 years, who are medically and physically fit, can join. A medical fitness certificate is mandatory.