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Kailash Mansarovar Yatra By Helicopter - 10 Days

  • Duration 10 Days
  • Destination Tibet
  • Trip Grade Challenging
  • Accommodation Lodge or Hotel
  • Max. Altitude 5600 Meters
  • Best Season Spring and Autumn
Highlights

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is a spiritual quest in the Himalayas by tourists seeking religious blessings of enormous. Although there are many fabulous beliefs about the sacred mount Kailash the most popular is its association with the trinity lord Shiva.

  • A Shiva-linga-shaped Mt. Kailash from the Northern Face
  • For the Hindus, Mount Kailash is the earthly manifestation of Mt. Meru
  • Do Mansarovar Parikrama
  • Trekking tour to Diraphuk that will last for about 7 hours
  • Kailash - Mansarovar journey with passing the Dolma-La Pass
  • Visit to Gaurikund
  • Trek to Darchen

Mt, Kailash is the mountain abode of Lord Shiva and the place of eternal pleasure for Hindus around the world. Kailash Mansarovar helicopter tour is a significant program for those who have very short time and like to complete this Yatra however easily. This tour is started from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj and Simikot by regular scheduled flight and flies to Hilsa by Helicopter. From Hilsa picked up by Land cruiser and drop at the border. Then we proceed to Mansarovar and Kailash Parikarma. Because of the maximum use of air service an altitude sickness problem can be seen comparatively more than the overland tour. Mt. Kailash (6700 M) lay in the west corner of Tibet and is locally known as Mt. Meru. It is believed that the founder of the Bon religion, Tonpa Shenrab has moved down from Heaven in this Mountain Meru. Tantric Buddhists also believe that Mount Kailash is the home of the Buddha Demchok who represents supreme bliss. In Jainism, Kailash is also known as Meru Parvat or Sumeru. Ashtapada, the mountain next to Mt. Kailash is the site where the first Jain, Rishabhadev attained spiritual liberation.

Green Valley Nepal Trek operates an Mt. Kailash Helicopter tour with a guarantee of quality service and personalized care. Our expert and experienced team since a long time who are working in the remote area can full fill the desire of devotees. Talking about quality service is so easy but difficult to deliver whereas even the basic requirements are in lack. We are delivering our service in this remote corner and have faced any problems; it is only possible because of our team effort.

Day to Day Itinerary
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Your Arrival Time – Airport pickup and transfer to your Hotel.
07:00 PM – A short briefing about Kailash Mansarovar Yatra before dinner
Meal: Dinner Only at the Hotel
Hotel: 4-Star Hotel – Hotel Vaishali or similar

    08:00 AM – After Breakfast – Half day sightseeing of Pashupatinath, Boudhanath Temple
    12:00 PM – Packing and preparation for the trip
    02.15 PM – Drive to the Airport for Nepalgunj Flight by domestic air. Transfer to Hotel in Nepalgunj 
    Meal: Breakfast & Lunch at Hotel in Kathmandu, Dinner at Nepalgunj Hotel
    Hotel: 3-Star Hotel – Sneha Hotel or similar

      05:15 AM – Drive to the Airport for a flight to Simikot. Rest for a few hours at Simikot.
      09:00 AM – Take Helicopter to Hilsa and wait for other members to arrive at Hilsa (It is a group visa and all have to enter Tibet side in the group)
      03:00 PM – From Hilsa drive to Taklakot and stay at Hotel. We will stay overnight at Simikot, Hilsa, or Taklakot depending on the weather and other situation.
      Meal: Breakfast at Nepalgunj or Simikot, Lunch at Hilsa, Dinner at Taklakot
      Hotel: Hotel at Taklakot with attached bathroom

        All Day – Entire day is free for acclimatization.
        Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
        Hotel: Hotel at Taklakot with attached bathroom

          09:00 AM – Drive towards Mansarovar Lake (90 km). You will see your first view of Mount Kailash and Mansarovar lake after 3 hrs.
          01:00 PM – Take a holy bath and perform Puja, Parikrama of Mansarovar lake. Stay at Mansarovar lake side Lodge.
          Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
          Hotel: Mansarovar Lake Side Lodge

            09:00 AM – Visit Ashtapad – It is almost 20 minute drive to reach Ashtapad if the Chinese government allows it.
            09:20 AM – At Ashtapad – From Ashtapad you can see the best & closest view of Mount Kailash. You can take your time for pooja.
            10:00 AM – After a short drive, we will reach Tarboche and visit Yama Dwar. This is the starting point for Kora. We will trek to Dirapuk (4860 m) which is a 12 km trek (5-6 hrs). You will visit the North face of Mt. Kailash and touch the feet of Mt. Kailash (Charan Sparsh). Travelers who do not want to trek around (Parikrama) Kailash can go back to Darchen and wait for the rest of the group to arrive from Parikrama.
            Meal: Breakfast at Mansarovar, Lunch & Dinner at Mansarovar OR on the way during Parikrama
            Hotel: Mansarovar Lake Side Lodge OR Mud house on the way during Parikrama

              07:00 AM – Trek from Dirapuk to Dolma La Pass to Zuthulpuk (22 km trek for 7-8 hours trek). This is the most difficult journey throughout the yatra since you have to trek up to 18,600 ft. From descend to Gaurikund and further trek along with the river to Zuthulpuk.
              Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
              Hotel:  Stay at the Lodge (Zutulpuk)
              NOTE: If you are not doing Parikrama, then you will still be waiting at Darchen

                09:00 AM – After a short Trek (2 hrs), we will reach Darchen and merge with other members who were waiting. From there drive to Hilsa-Simikot via taklakot.
                Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
                Hotel: Mansarovar guest house at Simikot or similar

                  09:00AM – Fly Simikot to Nepalgunj / Surkhet and fly back to Kathmandu 
                  Meal: Breakfast at Simikot, Lunch at Nepalgunj, Dinner at Kathmandu
                  Hotel: 4 Stars Hotel – Hotel Vaishali or similar

                    You will be free till your flight time. We will drop you at the Airport 2 hours before flight time (30 mins drive).
                    Meal: Breakfast Only

                      Our team guides, porters and accompanying staff are locals with a broad knowledge about each and every location that we travel through.

                      Cost Includes
                      • 2 nights (Twin sharing) at 4 stars Hotel – Hotel Vaishali or similar with vegetarian meals (breakfast, lunch & dinner)
                      • 1 night in Nepalgunj with vegetarian meals (twin sharing)
                      • 2 nights at Taklakot (Tibet side) in a 3-star category hotel with an attached bathroom. At other places in Tibet side, it will be a dormitory Guest House on sharing basis with a Tibetan common toilet.
                      • Pick up & drop transfers in Kathmandu
                      • One half-day sightseeing tour in Kathmandu
                      • Kathmandu – Nepalgunj – Kathmandu air ticket (fixed wing – Yeti Air OR Buddha Air)
                      • Nepalgunj – Simikot – Nepalgunj air ticket (Fixed wing – Twin Otter aircraft OR Dornier)
                      • Simikot – Hilsa – Simikot by Helicopter (only 4 to 6 persons can be carried at a time)
                      • Domestic airport taxes (all sectors)
                      • All Indian vegetarian meals in Tibet (breakfast, lunch & dinner) while on the tour
                      • Transportation in Tibet by Private luxury a/c coach
                      • Tour around Lake Manasarovar on a vehicle
                      • English-speaking Tibetan guide
                      • One professional tour Manager
                      • Necessary experienced supporting crew (Cook, Sherpas, tour Manager from Nepal)
                      • All necessary Kitchen and camping equipment
                      • Oxygen for emergency use
                      • Medical kit bag / First Aid kit
                      • Humla region restricted area permit & royalties
                      • All applicable taxes & service charges
                      Cost Excludes
                      • Horse riding expenses during the Parikrama
                      • Your travel insurance. It is mandatory to obtain insurance for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Helicopter.
                      • Insurance for emergency rescue & evacuation service
                      • Personal expenses
                      • Tip for guide and driver
                      • Extra accommodation and meals charge in Nepalgunj, Simikot, and Hilsa if flight is canceled due to bad weather
                      • Visa splitting charge and extra transportation cost, if returning early from Tibet.
                      • Any additional cost due to natural calamities and unforeseen circumstances
                      Useful Info

                      Point to Remember during Kailash Mansarovar Yatra By Helicopter

                      1. Accommodation in Tibet will be provided in a dormitory room OR in a double-bedded room (possibility only in Taklakot) depending on places & availability. We provide an attached bathroom only in Taklakot but the bathroom has no hot shower.
                      2. During the Parikrama (Kora), we bring Yaks & Yak men to carry your luggage, food & equipment. The IPSC (Indian Pilgrimage Service Center) will provide Yaks for us. The ratio of Yak is two pilgrims = one Yak. If you require extra Yak to carry your luggage, you have to inform us at least 2 days in advance. The price depends on the flow of tourists. The more demand, the higher cost.
                      3. 1 Yak handler will be provided for every 3 yaks.
                      4. Depending on weather conditions and group size, we may provide fixed-wing aircraft between Nepalgunj and Simikot but between Simikot and Hilsa, there is no alternative other than Helicopter.
                      5. We must land at Simikot for going through the immigration formalities of the Nepal government while going and coming back, both times.
                      6. During the Parikrama (circumambulation) we prefer to provide the accommodation in Guesthouse. But the number of Guesthouses is limited. If the guesthouses are fully occupied, we provide camping accommodation. There is an alternative way other than sleeping in the Tent.
                      7. On your request, we can arrange horses for riding on Parikrama (circumambulation), but you should book & confirm this at least 2 days in advance. The price of Horses depends on the time and the flow of tourists in the region. The higher demand, the bigger price. You can't ride the Horse for the entire journey because the trail on the second day is quite rough and the Horse needs a break as well.
                      8. The weather condition in the mountain (Simikot and Hilsa area) plays a vital role in this journey. So, due to the weather fact, the trip might be delayed to depart by one or two days in the beginning. Due to weather conditions sometimes you may not be able to make your flight at your scheduled time. So we recommend you keep one day additional while returning and please make sure your ticket is flexible to change your date.
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