Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2025 – Overland Kora Parikrama
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2025, Holiest form of the expedition to abode of Lord Shiva from mumbai and Pune, a adventurous and spiritual Himalayan journey
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Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2025 – Overland Kora Parikrama – Dive into Spiritual Essence.
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The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is revered as one of the most sacred pilgrimages in Hinduism, making Kailash Mansarovar Darshan a spiritually transformative experience for devotees. Mount Kailash, a towering and majestic peak, is considered the abode of Lord Shiva, where he resides with Maa Parvati and the divine Devtas. According to Hindu mythology, this holy mountain holds immense cultural and spiritual significance.
The Kailash Mansarovar region captivates visitors with its breathtaking beauty, rich cultural heritage, and serene atmosphere. Known in ancient texts as the center of the universe, Mount Kailash continues to draw devotees and adventurers from around the globe. Many believe that embarking on the Kailash Mansarovar Darshan can absolve one’s sins and purify the soul, offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to connect with the divine.
Another highlight of the pilgrimage is the mystical Lake Mansarovar, nestled near Mount Kailash. According to Hindu mythology, the lake was first envisioned in Lord Brahma’s mind before manifesting on Earth. This is why it is called ‘Manasarovar,’ derived from the Sanskrit words ‘Manasa’ (mind) and ‘Sarovaram’ (lake).
Lake Mansarovar is not only revered for its spiritual significance but also admired for its serene beauty. It serves as a summer haven for the sacred Hamsa (swan), a symbol of wisdom and purity in Hindu culture. Witnessing the tranquil waters of Lake Mansarovar during the Kailash Mansarovar Darshan is an unforgettable experience, blending natural beauty with profound spirituality.
For devotees of Lord Shiva, merely catching a glimpse of Mount Kailash during their lifetime is considered a divine blessing. Whether it is the sacred mountain, the pristine lake, or the transformative journey itself, the Kailash Mansarovar Darshan holds unparalleled significance in Hindu Dharma.
WHY US:
- Limited seats (15 Seats) per batch.
- Zoom/Google Meet for detailed information, preparation for the darshan, choosing the right material, procedures, clothes & other stuff.
- Two Skilled local Guides and Sherpa who have ample knowledge of the route and terrain during the tour along with ground support staff.
- More than 8 years of previous experience in extreme weather Himalayan treks & since then completed 300+ clients successfully.
- 10+ years of previous experience in Sahyadri, Maharashtra in Trekking, Exploration, Rescue, and Relief work.
- Certified by DOT-MH (Directorate of Tourism – Maharashtra)
Total Duration: 13 Nights / 14 Days (@Ex-Kathmandu, Nepal)
- Region: Nepal
- Altitude: 18,400ft
- Best Season: May and Sep/Oct
- GRADE: Difficult/Challenging (Cold Climate / High Altitude / Off-road Drive)
Date: @Lucknow morning arrival and Lucknow Night Departure.
- Batch-1: 04 Sep 2025 to 17 Sep 2025 (1 Batch Only)
Day-wise Itinerary checks at the end of the page.
Cost:
- @Ex-Kathmandu, Nepal: 2,75,000/- INR Including tax (5% GST & 5% TCS)
- @Ex-Mumbai Flight: Send Whatsapp Enquiry +91-9075431016
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The itinerary for the event will be as follows:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (04 Sep 25)
Our representatives will receive you at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) in Kathmandu (Altitude: 4593 ft / 1400m) and guide you to the hotel. Later, we will have a small briefing session on the trip and meet the other group members. Today, we’ll take a tour of a few well-known Hindu temples in the Kathmandu Valley, including Pashupatinath, Guheshwari Shaktipeeth, and Jalnarayan Temple. Later, you can get some supplies for the Yatra if necessary. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Meals: D Distance: Inside Kathmandu Valley
Acclimatization Tip: Stay hydrated and take light walks to help your body adjust to the altitude.
Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu (05 Sep 25)
We will visit some of the major attractions in the Kathmandu Valley today. Explore the Doleshwor Mahadev Temple – the ‘shir’ (head) part of Lord Kedarnath in Uttarakhand. We will then visit Bhaktapur Durbar Square, the most preserved cultural heritage in Kathmandu, and return to the hotel. Overnight at a hotel in Kathmandu.
Altitude: 4593 ft / 1400m Meals: B, L, D Distance: Inside Kathmandu Valley
Acclimatization Tip: Avoid overexertion and rest well.
Day 03: Kathmandu to Ghattekhola (06 Sep 25)
We will drive to Ghattekhola in the morning, located in the Langtang region north of Kathmandu. After a 7–8-hour drive along the scenic Pasang Lhamu Highway, we will reach Ghattekhola.
Altitude: 7808 ft / 2380m Meals: B, L, D Distance: 127 km – 8 hours
Acclimatization Tip: Increase water intake and avoid alcohol or caffeine.
Day 04: Ghattekhola to Kerung (07 Sep 25)
Following breakfast, we will set out for the Rasuwagadhi-Kerung border (Friendship Bridge) at the Nepal-Tibet border. After completing immigration, we will reach Kerung (also known as Gyirung), the first village in Tibet.
Altitude: 9843 ft / 3000m Meals: B, L, D Distance: 28 km – 1 hour
Acclimatization Tip: Take it slow and avoid heavy physical activity.
Day 05: Kerung to Saga (08 Sep 25)
We will drive to the settlement of Saga, crossing the Thong La and La Lung passes. Along the way, we’ll see Lake Peiku Tso and traditional Tibetan yak and sheep grazing.
Altitude: 14,435 ft / 4400m Meals: B, L, D Distance: 170 km – 5 hours
Acclimatization Tip: Rest well, eat light, and avoid strenuous activities.
Day 06: Acclimatization at Saga (09 Sep 25)
We will spend the day at Saga County to adjust to the altitude. Optional short hikes and local exploration are available.
Altitude: 14,435 ft / 4400m Meals: B, L, D Distance: Around Saga County
Acclimatization Tip: Short walks and deep breathing exercises will help acclimatization.
Day 07: Saga to Mansarovar via Paryang and Explore Mansarovar Lake (10 Sep 25)
After breakfast, we’ll drive to Mansarovar Lake, the highest freshwater lake in the world. The lake is believed to be the resting place of Lord Vishnu and is surrounded by Mt. Kailash, Mt. Gurula-Mandata, and Lake Rakshasha (Rakshash Taal).
Altitude: 14,954 ft / 4558m Meals: B, L, D Distance: 480 km – 10 hours
Acclimatization Tip: Drink lots of water and avoid sudden movements.
Day 08: Mansarovar – Drive to Darchen (11 Sep 25)
We’ll perform spiritual rituals (puja) at Mansarovar Lake and complete the lake’s parikrama by jeep. Then we’ll continue to Darchen, the base camp of Mt. Kailash.
Altitude: 15,010 ft / 4575m Meals: B, L, D Distance: 40 km – 1 hour
Acclimatization Tip: Keep warm and avoid physical exertion.
Day 09: Darchen – Yamadwar – Drirapuk – Kora Starts (12 Sep 25)
We’ll begin the three-day Kailash Kora with a short drive to Tarboche (Valley of Gods). We’ll pass Yamadwar (Gateway of the God of Death) and walk to Derapuk, facing the north face of Mt. Kailash.
Altitude: 16,076 ft / 4900m Meals: B, L, D Distance: 7 km – 0.5 hours (Darchen to Tarboche) 14 km – 8 hours (Yamadwar to Drirapuk)
Acclimatization Tip: Walk slowly, rest often, and maintain steady breathing.
Day 10: Dirapuk to Juthulpuk (Drolma La Pass) (13 Sep 25)
Today’s trek is the toughest, crossing Drolma La Pass (18,471 ft / 5650m). We’ll pass Jarok Donkhang, Shiva-stal, and Gaurikunda before descending to Juthulpuk.
Altitude: 18,471 ft / 5650m Meals: B, L, D Distance: 22 km – 10/12 hours
Acclimatization Tip: Pace yourself, take frequent breaks, and stay hydrated.
Day 11: Juthulpuk to Jhong (Kora Ends) to Saga (14 Sep 25)
We’ll visit the Milarepa cave and temples before completing the Kora. After lunch at Darchen, we’ll drive back to Saga.
Altitude: 14,435 ft / 4400m Meals: B, L, D Distance: 500 km – 10 hours
Acclimatization Tip: Rest and recover from the trek.
Day 12: Saga to Kerung (15 Sep 25)
We’ll drive back to Kerung, a day of relaxation before returning to Nepal.
Altitude: 9186 ft / 2800m Meals: B, L, D Distance: 176 km – 5 hours
Acclimatization Tip: Rest well and stay warm.
Day 13: Kerung to Kathmandu (16 Sep 25)
After completing border formalities, we’ll drive back to Kathmandu.
Altitude: 4593 ft / 1400m Meals: B, L, D Distance: 155 km – 8 hours
Acclimatization Tip: Stay hydrated and rest.
Day 14: Departure (17 Sep 25)
Our representatives will drop you at Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure flight.
Altitude: 4593 ft / 1400m Meals: B
Inclusions:
- Sharing Accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary
- Private Transport from to Kathmandu
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- Nepal Border Permit, China and Tibbat Border Permits, PSB Alien Permits
- Road transport by 4×4
- Portable oxygen Puffs
- Tour Leader
Exclusions:
- Any kind of entry fees for sightseeing if applicable at the last moment
- Any delay / Cancellation caused due to reasons of Weather, Political, Cultural, Natural, etc.
- Any kind of Transport, food, and accommodation from Home town to Lucknow and back.
- Any kind of tip/ donation etc to guide/ driver/ others.
- Any additional expenses while on the darshan tour in case of delay due to any reasons
- Any kind of insurance, Medical Treatment or Evacuation
- Personal Expenses such as Laundry, Telephone calls, Tips & Gratuity, Mineral Water, Soft & Hard drinks, Porter
- G.S.T & T.C.S
- Anything not mentioned in Inclusions
Kailash Mansarovar Kora Parikrama Yatra:
This involves performing the outer and inner parikrama (circumambulation) around Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar, where pilgrims physically walk around these sacred sites in Tibet, China, to seek spiritual blessings.
As of now, the Parikrama Yatra is not possible for Indian passport holders, as there has been no official government notification released till Jan 2025 to allow this journey.
- Participants can register online through a website link.
- The online registration process includes checking out through the website with the integration of the Cc-avenue payment gateway.
- For online registration, participants are required to pay 100% of the event cost plus 3% of the payment gateway charges.
- Participants can choose the offline registration method.
- In this case, participants need to transfer a minimum of 50% of the event amount through NEFT/Gpay/IMPS.
- For offline registration, the first 50% of the event amount should be transferred 10 days before the actual event, and the remaining 50% should be transferred one day before the event.
- Participants need to transfer a minimum of 50% of the event amount 30 days before the event.
- The remaining 50% should be transferred 5 days before the event. The remaining amount should be deposited as per the registration policy, or else the booking may be canceled without any refund.
- For Himalayan events, seat bookings can be transferred to another person or shifted to the next batch, depending on availability. A notice of 20 days prior to the event is required.
- For Sahyadri 1/2/3-day events, seat bookings can also be transferred or shifted to the next batch, with a notice of 24 hours prior to the event.
- In the case of seat cancellation, participants need to write an email to offbeat.wanderers17@gmail.com with the reason for cancellation.
- Refunds are calculated based on the actual full cost of the event, not the advance payment.
- No refund will be provided within 24 hours of the event. For detailed refund information, refer to the cancellation policy.
- The cancellation policy applies to the total cost of the tour/event, excluding paid advance.
- For overnight 1/2/3-day Sahyadri events:
- 75% refund if canceled prior to 5 days of the event.
- 50% refund if canceled prior to 2 days of the event.
- 30% refund if canceled prior to 1 day of the event.
- No refund if canceled within 12 hours of the event.
- For 5-day or any Himalayan events:
- 75% refund if canceled prior to 30 days of the event.
- 50% refund if canceled prior to 20 days of the event.
- 15% refund if canceled prior to 10 days of the event.
- No refund if canceled after that.
- Refunds are provided if participants provide an ICMR/Govt lab-approved report. Travel costs will be deducted as per the cancellation policy.
- In case of a medical emergency in the family or quarantine, the tour cost will be adjusted for the next available dates/tour. Travel costs will be deducted as per the cancellation policy.
- State-wise regulations or government regulations will result in the cost being adjusted for the next available dates/tour.
- Offbeat Wanderers promote a clean and responsible eco-tourism. Please adhere to the principle of leaving only footprints and taking back memories.
- Smoking, alcohol, drugs, narcotics, firearms, and gambling are strictly prohibited during the trek.
- Littering is strongly discouraged. Please maintain cleanliness and respect the natural surroundings.
- The leader's decisions during the trek will be final and binding for all participants. Arguments will not be entertained.
- Hiking, trekking, and rock climbing are adventurous activities that carry inherent risks. Despite taking precautions, accidents can occur. Participants are responsible for their own safety and Offbeat Wanderers will not be held liable for any injuries or accidents that may occur during the trek.
- It is essential to be physically fit before embarking on treks. Participants are advised to undergo a medical fitness checkup before joining the trek.
- If you have any allergies or pre-existing medical conditions, please carry prescribed medications to prevent serious health problems such as heatstroke, severe headaches, cough, dehydration, and hypothermia.
- Participants with chronic conditions like asthma, bronchitis, blood pressure, migraine, diabetes, etc., should seek permission from their physicians before undertaking treks.
- Carry prescribed physicians medicines to prevent serious health problems including heatstroke, severe headache, cough, and dehydration.
In 2025, there are two options available for the Kailash Mansarovar Darshan:
- From India (via Lipulekh Pass, Uttarakhand): Offers a distant view of Mount Kailash from approximately 60 kilometers away but does not include a sighting of Lake Mansarovar.
- From Nepal (via Limi Lapcha Pass): Provides an exceptional view of both Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar, with the vantage point located just 6 kilometers away.
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Update 2025
- Permit Suspension: The issuance of Kailash permits for Indian passport holders by the China Indian Pilgrimage Service (CIPS) was halted due to political issues and restrictions following the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Possible Reopening: Improved relations between India and China, showcased at the BRICS Summit, suggest that the route may reopen by April 2025.
- Cautionary Note: No official confirmation has been issued yet. Travelers are strongly advised not to book the Parikrama tour in advance without a formal notification from the Government of India.
Entry Requirements (If Permits Resume)
To undertake the Kailash Yatra, travelers typically need the following documents:- Chinese Visa: A standard visa is required for entry into China.
- Tibet Travel Permit: Issued by the Tibet Tourism Bureau, mandatory for all foreign visitors to Tibet.
- Alien’s Travel Permit (PSB Permit): Issued by the Tibetan Local Public Security Bureau, necessary for accessing restricted areas, including Mount Kailash.
Restrictions for Indian Passport Holders
- The Tibetan Local Public Security Bureau has suspended issuing Alien Travel Permits (PSB Permits) to Indian passport holders, effectively barring access to the Kailash region.
- Current Access: Only Indian passport holders who have been residing in China for more than three years are eligible to undertake this trip, provided they meet all permit requirements.