Sacred Mount Kailash tours & Mansarovar yatra
Mount Kailash tour is an amazing as well as challenging trip to the pristine Lake Manasarovar and Holy Kailash parbat. Mount Kailash of the Himalayas is situated in south-west part of Tibet at an elevation of 21778 ft. Mount Kailash is made of black rock covered by snow and it has the shape of a diamond.
This is one among the highest parts of the Himalayas and is also the origin of Indus, Sutlej, Bramhaputra and Karnali rivers that are considered as the longest rivers in Asia. Mount Kailash is one among the sacred mountains and it is a holy place for Hindus, Buddhists, Jains and the Tibetan religion know as Bon.
Followers of these four religions have been visiting this place right from pre-historic times for the purpose of purifying the body and mind. The 32 miles journey by foot around Mt. Kailash will normally take three days and it requires a lot of physical strength as well as mental courage.
According to Hinduism, Mount Kailash is the holy center of the world as well as the ultimate destination of the human soul. The Hindus believe that Lord Shiva, the God of devastation and rebirth, resides at the top of Mt Kailash along with his divine spouse, Parvati.
Lake Mansarovar is located at the southern foot of Mt Kailash. Mansarobar is the world’s highest fresh water lake. This lake has a perimeter of 55 miles and total area of 120 sq miles. The depth of the lake is 330 ft. The crystal clear blue water near the shore and emerald green color water at the center make it the most beautiful lake.
The mirror like image of the snowy mountains in the crystal clear water of the lake is another enchanting scene. The visit to Lake Mansarovar yatra is an important pilgrimage for Hindus as well as Buddhists. Every year thousands of people visit Mansarovar and make Kailash yatra. Spring is the ideal season to visit Mansarovar.
During spring the lake melts so that the pilgrims can take bathe in the holy water. It is believed that those who drink the holy water from this lake and take bathe in the lake are able to get rid of their sins. According to Hindu mythology, Lake Mansarovar was made by Lord Brahma, the God of creation. Mt. Kailash is the worshipful abode of the god Shiva according to devotional view of Hindu. For Buddhists it is the place of Chakrasamvara (Demchog). The Jains call the mountain Astapada and believe it to be the place where Rishaba, the first of the 24 Tirthankaras attained liberation. Followers of Bon religion call the mountain Tise and believe it to be the seat of the Sky Goddess Sipaimen.
Mount Kailash circumambulation is made in a clockwise direction by Hindus and Buddhists but counterclockwise by followers of the Jain and Bon religions. Mt Kailash tours and Lake Mansarovar is one among the most beautiful spots of the Himalayas. The snow-clad peak of Mt Kailash is known for its natural beauty as well as spiritual importance. The silvery peak is at a height of 22028 ft from the sea-level.
There are fine caves, camping places and awe-inspiring sites on the way as well as around the lake. The pilgrims go through rocky and sandy places also. The view of the lake is the most enchanting on full moon nights with the full moon overhead. Kailash tour is popular tour package, best time of the year for Kailash tours are between May and October.
Mount Kailash is one of the world’s most sacred spots, to experience its spiritual energy you must go there but with the right intention in mind. Remember us to organize Mount Kailash tour Mansarobar yatra according to your desire and duration of holidays.
Mt. Kailash tour itinerary
Day 01: Welcome to Nepal, after arrival in Nepal airport our representative welcome and assists to transfer hotel.
Day 02: Kathmandu tours and preparation for Mount Kailash tour.
Day 03: Drive from Kathmandu to Koddari after Complete Immigration and custom formalities then drive towards Nayalam.
Day 04: Rest day at Nyalam for acclimatization.
Day 05: Drive from Nylam to Dongba/Paryang.
Day 06: Drive from Dongba/Paryang to Mansarovar.
Day 07: Mansarovar Parikrama by Land Cruiser then drive to Darchen 4600m.
Day 08: Kailash Parikrama start from Darchen continue to Diraphuk 4890m.
Day 09: Parikrama continue to Zhulthulphuk 4790m via Dolma La 5400.
Day 10: Trek from Zhulthulphuk to Darchen then drive to Mansarovar.
Day 11: Drive back from Mansarovar to Dongba/Saga.
Day 12: Drive from Dongba/Saga to Nyalam.
Day 13: Drive from Nyalam to China border, crossing friendship bridge then drive continue to Kathmandu, evening farewell dinner.
Day 14: After this amazing Kailash tour if you are interested for other activities like Safari, Rafting, Biking, Tours, Peak climbing or more trekking in other region we organize trip according to your desire. If you decide to leave Nepal we will transfer to airport for your onward destination.
Service include
#Tibet travel visa and permit fees
#4 star hotel in Kathmandu for 3 night’s BB basis
#Ground transportation in Tibet by Toyota Land Cruiser
#English Speaking Nepali Tour Leader and Tibetan Guide
#Accommodation in Tibetan lodges or tents
#Enough Oxygen cylinder entire of tour
#All entrance fees of monuments and monasteries as per trip
#Full board meals while on Tibet Kailash tour trip (B.L.D)
#Sherpa and support staff (guides, porters, cook)
#Yak to carry luggage, food, equipment and fuel
#Portable altitude chamber bags
#Farewell Dinner
Service exclude
*Travel Insurance of Guest
*Personal expenses bar bill and beverages
*Lunch and dinner while in Kathmandu
*Emergency evacuation cost in case of emergency
*All meals in Kathmandu except mentioned in Kailash tour itinerary
*Pony hiring cost
*Others which is not mentioned on service include
*Trips for Driver and staff
Trip note
Base Camp Excursion, Kathmandu, Nepal always thinking about guest’s safety, it is our paramount concern. When you are planning pilgrimage Mount Kailash tours trip to Tibet, you should be aware that it is rigorous and challenging trip where we have to spend all the time at high altitudes. Sometime health condition of member, natural disaster, and weather condition of mountain region changed unexpectedly we cannot guarantee it.
Please note that group leader has the authority to cancel any part of Tibet, Mount Kailash tour itinerary if it is necessary due to safety concerns, be prepared to be flexible if required, otherwise group leader follow the above itinerary. Mount Kailash tour can be operated in both tea houses and camping basic on request. Before departing to Tibet Consult your personal Doctor and check your health condition, involve in regular physical exercise, reduce drinking alcoholic beverage and smoking habits also.
Additional information
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