Mt. Kailash Overland Trip

• How many days required for Mt. Kailash Yatra?


Mount Kailash Yatra require 10 days from Kathmandu to Kathmandu Through by Kerung (Nepal Tibet Border)

• How we will be doing 10 days Yatra?


Kathmandu to Kerung (Nepal – Tibet border) tourist bus will be used. In Tibet, Toyota
Landcruiser or Luxury Bus will be used. Routing Kathmandu – Kerung – Saga -Paryang
Mansarovar – Darchen – Dirapuk – Zuthulpuk – Darchen – Paryang – Saga -Kerung – Kathmandu

• In how many days would I finish Mt. Kailash Parikarma and how long it is?


A. Holy Kailash parikarma is approx 52 kms trek to be completed in 2 nights / 3 Days. Night
camping in Dirapuk & Zuthul-puk.

• What is the best time to travel?


Holy Mt. Kailash yatra starts in the last week of April till September every year.

• What is Land cruiser?


Land cruiser is four wheels driven Japanese vehicle. We allow maximum four people in one
Land cruiser + 1 driver + 1 Sherpa (staff).

• How many days would I need to hire the Yak / Horse and a Porter during the whole trip and how much it costs?


If you do not want to trek you can hire horse/pony for parikarma. Parikarma (kora) that is for 3
days. It will cost you approx. Yuan 1200 per Yak with Yak man.

• What are the hidden charges i.e. to be paid direct?


Additional expenses incurred due to delay, Accidents, Natural disaster & Political action.
Following are the charges not included during yatra. – Yak and Yak man cost – Rescue or
evacuation if need, Tibet visa separation cost – Travel insurance, drink, laundry, Telephone/fax,
Additional transportation cost. – If you are not going for Kailash Parikrama due to any reason
and staying back at Darchen for three days, you have to pay extra INR 1500 per day for
accommodation and food in Darchen.

• How much amount we should carry and in what form whether travelers cheque, Doller or Tibetan cash or Indian Rupees


In Kathmandu you may use USD OR Indian Currency (however denominations of INR 500 &
1000 are not allowed in Nepal). For Tibet you will need Chinese Yuan only. for 8 days in Tibet
we suggest you to carry approx. Yuan 2500-3500 Per Person. Which you may need for
emergency and to pay for horse during Kailash Parikrama. Balance (unused Yuan) may be
exchanged again on the way back. INR 100 = NPR 160 INR 100 = CNY 10.5 (CHINESE YUAN) You
can exchange Yuan in Kathmandu or in Tibet border. Most of the yatri exchange their currency
in Nepal-Tibet border.

• How about accommodation facilities etc?


3/4 Star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and guest house accommodation in Tibet.
However, camping accommodation will be provided during parikrama of Holy Kailash.

• What is your cancellation policy?


Cancellation Policy: 30 days before departure date, INR 15,000 will be charged as cancellation.
15 days before departure date, INR 25,000 will be charged as cancellation. 07 days before
departure date, No refund allowed.

• Do you provide something?


We Provide: · Camping Equipment’s (to be returned at the end) ·Sleeping bags (down with
inside extra cover), (to be returned at the end) · Jacket (down) (to be returned at the end) ·
Oxygen Back-up & Gaymo Bag

• What medical reports do I need to carry?


No medical report is required but we insist every yatri to consult their doctor before traveling
to high altitude. Also every yatri must declare their physical status and specify if they are
allergic to any medicine.
Besides the passport what other official documents will I need on the yatra?
You need to carry:- Valid Passport with 4 passport size photographs Medical Insurance Policy.
(Not compulsory)

• Is it essential or good to commence the tour on a full moon day?


You can commence your yatra any day. Some people prefer to reach at Mansarovar or Kailash
on full moon day.

• Can we take children with age group of 6 and 10 years?


Yes, can take children (physically normal) along with you but at your own risk because you
know your child better.

• What are the precautions taken for the children?


You have to take same precautions as you are taking for yourself.

• Will one oxygen cylinder be sufficient for four of us?


Our team will provide oxygen cylinder in emergency. Usually, oxygen cylinder is not required.
However, some yatri prefer to carry their own handy oxygen cylinders. You may buy small
portable cylinder in Tibet. It may cost approx. Yuan 20-50 Per cylinder.

• What will be the charges for children?


Yatra cost is same for children.

• Will your cook be traveling with us during the entire trip.? Will he be carrying stove and utensils can he make vegetarian items.


Yes, cooks will be traveling with you during the entire trip. They will carry all necessary cooking
items with them and you will get only vegetarian food during yatra.

• Can we prescribe the menu for cooking on daily basis?


Yes, you may discuss and suggest your choice. If possible and other yatris agree our cook will
not mind cooking your choice of food.

• Is VISA cost included in the total tour cost?


Yes, cost of Tibet Visa is included. However, cost of Nepal visa is not included (applicable for
foreign nationals only). Indian passport holders do not need Nepal Visa.

• Can we find some helpers to help our kids/luggage during the trekking part of the journey? Will they be available there or do we have to take them with us.


Yes, you can get helpers/porters for your kids/luggage; the charge may be approx. Yuan 150 per
day.

• What will be the arrangement in case there is any break down of vehicle (Land Cruiser)?


We will send another Vehicle (Land Cruiser).

• Are there any frequent landslides on the way?


No, it depends on weather.

• Is good sanitation available during the camping days?


Yes, toilet tents may be made available.

• Availability of drinking water on the yatra?


Water bottles / pure natural mineral water, or water purification tablets may be made
available.

• Where we can find facial cream and all other items?


You can buy everything in Kathmandu, Nepal. Our executive will guide/help you.

• Can I bring video camera and digital camera? Weather we will have possibility to recharge the batteries or is there any restrictions to use these things.


Yes, you can bring camera & videos along with you. The voltage in Tibet is 220V. Can be re
charging most of the places but not during 3 days parikrama. We suggest traveling with extra
batteries.

• What about communication possibilities?


Darchen (base camp of Mt. Kailash) is the last point where communication facility is available.
Mobile will not work in Kailash region. It works only in town.

• Is there any Pundit available?


No, you have to bring your Pundit.

• When we should book the Holy Mt. Kailash Yatra and how to book?


You should book this yatra minimum 45 days in advance. To book, we need copy of passport
(1st page only) with 25% advance deposit.

• Is it necessary to send our document with advance 45 days before?


Yes, we must send copy of your passport to China for approval.

• How can we make advance payment?


We have following payment options: – Pay on line through credit card OR – Swift transfer to
OUR BANK account. Contact us for our bank details. – Pay by credit card. – Send a Demand Draft
by courier.
If we are not feeling comfortable or physically fit for parikarma then what we will do.
In such case, you must stay back in Darchen for 3 days.

• What type of medical test is required for this trip?


TMT test. (not compulsory)

• What we must carry?


Be sure you have the needy items! Warm clothes, water bottle, water purification tabs, sun tan
lotion utility knife, dusk musk, medicine for headaches, fever, colds, stomach disorders and
diamox (unless you are allergic to sulpha drugs) for altitude sickness, It is also good to carry dry
fruit, juice powder, breads, candy, canned or packed food, nuts, pickles and biscuits. * if you do
not have any of the above items, our executive will assist you in Kathmandu

• Do you have any age restriction?


No, we do not have any age restrictions. If you are physically fit you may travel but sometime
Chinese Authority do not permit for people aged 65 or above. We insist everyone to consult
with their doctor and must mention that you are going to high altitude. Many of old aged
people travelled with us and have successfully done the parikrama.

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