Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 11 Nights 12 Days ex Kathmandu - Helicopter Route

Experience the sacred Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via helicopter route from Kathmandu. This premium 12-day journey combines helicopter flights with the spiritual pilgrimage, offering comfort and convenience while maintainin...

Duration

11N/12D

Group Size

25+ People

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About This Tour

Experience the sacred Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via helicopter route from Kathmandu. This premium 12-day journey combines helicopter flights with the spiritual pilgrimage, offering comfort and convenience while maintaining the sacred essence of the yatra. The helicopter route significantly reduces travel time while providing breathtaking aerial views of the Himalayas.

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Itinerary

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12 days at a glance

Route overview

Arrival Kathmandu (1300m→Kathmandu Sightseeing - Fly to Nepalgunj (150M ,1 Hrs)→Nepalgunj - Fly to Simikot (2800M ,50 Min)→Simikot - Fly to Hilsa by Helicopter - Drive to Purang (3700M,35 km,2 Hrs)→Purang Acclimatization Day (3900M)→Purang - Drive to Mansarovar Parikrama (4550M,102 km,4 Hrs - Holy bath,Pooja,Homa)→Mansarovar - Drive to Yamdwar (60 Km,2 Hrs)- Trek to Diraphuk (4860M, 12 Km - First Day of Kora)→Diraphuk - Trek to Zutalphuk (4600M,22 Km - 2nd Day of kora Cross Dolmala Pass)

Arrival Kathmandu (1300m

Day 1 of 12

Day 1

Upon arrival in Kathmandu Airport, you will be greeted and assisted by our representative after completing your custom formalities,transfer to the hotel for check-in. Overnight at Kathmandu Hotel.

Best Western Plus - 4 Start Hotel
Dinner

Kathmandu Sightseeing - Fly to Nepalgunj (150M ,1 Hrs)

Day 2 of 12

Day 2

After breakfast Kathmandu city sightseeing tour, visit Pasupatinath Temple,Bouddhanath Stupa(World heritage site),Jala Narayan Temple(sleeping Vishnu) back to hotel take lunch evening fly to Nepalgunj,arrive at Nepalgunj transfer to hotel for check in.Overnight at Nepalhunj.

Hotel Soaltee - 4 Star
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Nepalgunj - Fly to Simikot (2800M ,50 Min)

Day 3 of 12

Day 3

After breakfast transfer to domestic airport ,fly to Simikot, arrive at Simikot airport, transfer to hotel for check in. Evening short walk to lord Shiva Temple back to hotel. Overnight at Simikot.

Standard Hotel (Shared room, Attached Bathroom)
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Simikot - Fly to Hilsa by Helicopter - Drive to Purang (3700M,35 km,2 Hrs)

Day 4 of 12

Day 4

After breakfast fly to Hilsa by Helicopter (20 Min, 15 Kg weight limit for baggage) wait for the others member to arrive at Hilsa (since it is a group visa and everyone have to enter Tibet side in one group) complete immigration and custom formalities in Nepal - China both side continue drive to Purang ,on the way we have to pass up to 2 Checkpoints where checking might take upto 1 hour each check post) transfer to the Hotel for check-in.overnight at Purang hotel.

Deluxe Hotel (Shared room, Attached Bathroom)
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Purang Acclimatization Day (3900M)

Day 5 of 12

Day 5

After breakfast all day is free for acclimatization today you can buy Kailash kora clothes,bottle,sticks and others trekking gears for parikrama.Overnight at Purang hotel.

Deluxe Hotel (Shared room, Attached Bathroom)
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Purang - Drive to Mansarovar Parikrama (4550M,102 km,4 Hrs - Holy bath,Pooja,Homa)

Day 6 of 12

Day 6

After breakfast drive to Rakshas Tal (40 km, 1.5 hrs) on the way you will have to pass 1 check point. After reaching Rakshas Tal you will see Gurla Mandhata Parvat and first view of Mt.Kailash south face and Manasarovar Lake, 40 Km drive we reach Mansarovar continue Parikrma of Mansarovar lake by Vehicle (102 Km,4 Hrs) and Overnight at the Shore of the Lake.

Basic Hotel(Dormitory room, Common Bathroom)
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Mansarovar - Drive to Yamdwar (60 Km,2 Hrs)- Trek to Diraphuk (4860M, 12 Km - First Day of Kora)

Day 7 of 12

Day 7

After breakfast short drive to Darchen, visit Yamdwar.This is starting point of Kora.We will trek to Diraphuk which is 12 km trek (7/8 Hrs) crossing west face of Mt.Kailash,You will visit North face of Mt.Kailash. Arrive at Diraphuk ,transfer to the Guest house for check-in.overnight at Diraphuk.

Basic Hotel(Dormitory room, Common Bathroom)
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Diraphuk - Trek to Zutalphuk (4600M,22 Km - 2nd Day of kora Cross Dolmala Pass)

Day 8 of 12

Day 8

After breakfast trek to Dolma -La Pass and trek to Zutalphuk(22 Km,9/10 hrs Trek).This is the most difficult journey throughout the the yatra since you have to trek up to (5630m) height. From decent to Gaurikund & trek to Zutulphuk following river. Arrive at Zutalphuk transfer to the Guest house for check-in.overnight at Zutalphuk.

Basic Hotel(Dormitory room, Common Bathroom)
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Zutalphuk - Trek to Darchen(08 Km/3 Hrs - Drive to Hilsa (3700M,100 km 03 Hrs)

Day 9 of 12

Day 9

After breakfast short trek ( 8 Km ,2 Hrs) and reach to the point where our coach will be waiting and we will drive to Darchen and merge with other member who were waiting and drive to Hilsa border formalities both side China - Nepal, transfer to hotel for check in.Overnight at Hilsa.

Basic Hotel(Dormitory room, Common Bathroom)
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Hilsa -Fly to Simikot by Heli -Fly to Nepalgunj – Fly to Kathmandu

Day 10 of 12

Day 10

After breakfast fly to Simikot by Helicopter (20 Mins), Take connecting flight to Nepalgunj again fly back to Kathmandu.arrival at Kathmandu transfer to hotel for check in. Overnight at Kathmandu.

Best Western Plus - 4 Star
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Bhaktapur Durbar Squire and Doleshwar Mahadev Temple

Day 11 of 12

Day 11

After breakfast fly to Simikot by Helicopter (20 Mins), Take connecting flight to Nepalgunj again fly back to Kathmandu.arrival at Kathmandu transfer to hotel for check in. Overnight at Kathmandu.

Best Western Plus - 4 Star
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Kathmandu departure transfer

Day 12 of 12

Day 12

After breakfast we will be provide appreciation certificate of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra later drop to airport for final departure.

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Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Value & Planning Details

Guide price starts from $3250 per person. Confirm current pricing and route-specific costs before booking.

What is Included

  • Traditional welcome on arrival
  • 03 Night accommodation at Kathmandu on sharing Twin/Double basis(Premium
  • 01 Night accommodation at Nepalgunj on Double/Twin sharing basis(Premium)
  • 01 Night accommodation at Simikot on sharing basis(Guest house)
  • 01 Night accommodation at Hilsa on sharing basis(Guest house)
  • 05 Night accommodation in Tibet on sharing basis(Hotel Basis)
  • Kathmandu - Nepalgunj – Kathmandu flight cost
  • Nepalgunj - Simikot - Nepalgunj flight cost(17 Pax at a time)
  • Simikot - Hilsa - Simikot helicopter cost(04 Pax carry at a time)
  • Tibet travel Permit & Visa fees
  • Humla Trekking Permit and fees
  • English speaking Tibetan guide for customers formalities
  • Nepali Supporting Staff(cook,Sherpa & helper) 5:1 basis
  • Buffet vegetarian meals during Yatra on AP basis(Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
  • Nepali experienced Team Leader/Guide during Yatra
  • Supporting truck to carry equipment
  • Mansarovar and Kailash Yatra Permit fees
  • Duffel bag for carrying goods during Yatra
  • Back pack bag for personal items to carry and Cap
  • Warm down Jacket refundable
  • First aid medical kit bag & Oxygen cylinder
  • Emergency evacuation management during Yatra
  • Round trip transportation in Tibet AC Luxury coach
  • Arrival and departure transfer with assistance by A/C Vehicle
  • All sightseeing and excursions as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Vehicles are not to be at disposal and are available as per itinerary only (point to point basis).
  • Kailash Mansarovar Yatra appreciation certificate

What is Not Included

  • Personal expenses and travel Insurance
  • Medical expenses and Emergency rescue evacuation expenses
  • Horses,Pony and porter during Kailash Parikrama
  • Tips for Guide, Porter, driver and personal expenses
  • Extra Hotel charges in Kathmandu if early return from Tibet
  • Any additional cost due to natural calamities and unforeseen circumstances
  • Visa splitting charge and extra transportation cost, if returning early from Yatra
  • 5 % GST If you pay India account
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Documents & Permits

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  • China/Tibet visa and permit guidance before departure
  • Do not start travel until required documents are confirmed
  • Final document checklist shared before confirmation
Price Clarity

Guide price starts from $3250. Confirm final route-specific costs before booking.

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  • Permit, visa and document costs
  • Private date or transport upgrade
Dates & Departures

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  • Private departures available
  • Group departures on request
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Acclimatization

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