- Duration : 24 Days
- Max Height : 6,638m
- Trip Grade : Hard
- Accommodation : Lodge/Camping
- Transportation : Bus/Flight
Trip Overview
In May 1993 the governments of Nepal and China reached an accord that allowed the first treks across the border between the two countries. While it had been a route for Nepalese pilgrims for years, foreign trekkers were never allowed to trek from Nepal into Tibet.
We were the first expedition to make the journey through the restricted area of Humla, home of the Tibetan nomads who take their herds of sheep and goats through the mountains during their yearly migration. (Until now, the only access to Kailash involved 2 weeks bumping across the dirt roads from Lhasa - an option that appealed to very few!).
We will fly to Simikot airstrip in West Nepal, then trek through Humla, Finally crossing the Nara La pass (5018m) into Tibet. We can then drive for one day to Mt. Kailash and the sacred lake of Manasrovar from which flow the great rivers of Asia-the indus, the Sutlej, and the Brahmaputra.We will then make the traditional three-day trek around the mountain, joined, no doubt, by some pilgrims who have walked for months to reach this most sacred of mountains
The journey through Humla, Nepal's highest, northernmost and most remote district, is culturally and scenically rewarding. The people of northern Humla are Bhotias whose roots are in Tibet and who still enjoy the freedom to graze their animals on the Tibetan plateau. The upper Humla Karnali Valley is also populated by Bhotias who trade extensively with Tibet in traditional ways that have totally vanished elsewhere. It is only near Simikot, the district headquarters, that you will encounter people of other ethnic groups, mostly Thakuris and Chhetris.
A trip to Mt Kailas has always been regarded as a pilgrimage. It satisfies the romantic in us that the pilgrimage to Kailas is a difficult one. Whether you drive for seven days or walk for six days, it is still not possible to make a quick, easy visit to Kailas and Manasarovar. You cannot yet travel all the way to Kailas by helicopter or airplane. This is certainly as it should be.
Trip Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu, transfer to hotel, pre-briefing about the trip
Day 02/03: Issue the visa to enter Tibet, sightseeing & welcome dinner evening flight to Nepalgunj , transfer to hotel.
Day 04: Fly Nepalgunj to Simikot
Day 05: Simikot to Tuling
Day 06: Tuling to Kermi
Day 07: Kermi to Yangar
Day 08: Yangar to Torea
Day 09: Torea to Sipsip
Day 10: Cross the border, Drive Sipsip to Taklakot
Day 11: Drive Taklakot to Darchan
Day 12/15: The pilgrim's route circling Mt Kailas, in one day, we have allowed four days for a leisurely passage. Cross the Drolma La (18,525 feet), highest point on the kora, & drive to Rakash Tal & Lake Manasarovar with stops enroute to sightsee and visit monasteries. Late afternoon arrival at Darchen, the starting point for your trek around Kailas.
Day 16: Drive Taklakot to Sipsip, cross the border
Day 17/21: Walk back to Simikot
Day 22: Fly Simikot to Nepalgunj, transfer to hotel
Day 23: Fly Nepalgunj to Kathmandu, transfer to hotel, farewell dinner
Day 24: Fly back to home.
Cost Includes
- Meet with Our Representative in Airport & Transfer to Hotel.
- Tourist Standard hotel accommodation in Kathmandu.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner during the Trip .
- Local lodges accommodation during the trip.
- All necessary permits and entry fees.
- Full Day Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley with Guide.
- Professional and Experienced Guide
Cost Excludes
- International Airfare
- Alcoholic drinks.
- Emergency Rescue evacuation.
- Tips for Guide and Porters.
