Mt. Kailash (22028 Ft) - Mansorovar trekking tour is one also famous trekking tour destination. It' s snow dusted rock pyramid is located in the scenically rich area of western Tibet, which lies between the Himalayas and Karakurum ranges. From its peak, one can enjoy the views of Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, and Nepal. It is considered most auspicious to make a religious pilgrimage around its fifty-three km circuit (32 miles parikrama).
In fact, the entire region of Mt. Kailash is of important religious significance and includes the two turquoise-blue, pristine high-altitude lakes of Mansarovar and Rakshesa. Mt. Kailash is regarded holy by followers of several religions. To Hindus, Kailash is the abode of Shiva and nearby Manasarobar Lake, the soul of Brahma. Tibetans call Kailash Kang Rimpoche. Jains worship it as Mt Ashtapada, the peak from which the religion's founder, Rishabanatha, achieved spiritual liberation. And the followers of Bon-Po, the ancient pre-Buddhist shamanistic religion of Tibet, revere Kailash as the soul of Tibet.
Another uniqueness contributing to the mystical aspects of Kailash is that four most sacred rivers of the Indian sub-continent begin from here - Sutlej, Karnili (a major tributary of the Ganges), Brahmaputra and Indus. The end of these rivers are more than 2,000 km apart, yet they all have their source within hundred km of Mt. Kailash. Nature lovers can encounter numerous unusual species of birds, wildlife, and flora here. This holy region is known as navel (center) of the universe, attracting scholars and researchers from all over the world. Mt. Kailash (also known as the 'Sumeru Parbat' in Hindu epics) provides a spiritually enriching, naturally unique and a truly rewarding journey of a life-time !
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Day 01: Kathmandu: Pick up then Transfer to hotel and handle check in. Short briefing that afternoon followed by orientation walk. Overnight at hotel.
Day 02: Sight seeing: Around Kathmandu valley: The holy place of Pashupatinath temple, Shoyambhunath temple, Boudhanath Stupa & Kathmandu Darbar Square), arrange the necessary permit for Trekking and Climbing. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 03: Kathmandu to Nepaljung: About an hour flight to Nepaljung. Alternative is a 12 hrs bus ride. Overnight at hotel.
Day 04: Nepalgunj to Simikot (2856m) to Majgaon (2400m)
Morning we take flight to Simikot, 45minutes flight offer you such a great landscape of Terai (low lands) as well as The Mahabharat hills and more mountain ranges. After finished the Immigrations clearance, the group will meet our trekking crew, we set of our trek to Majgaon. The trail climbs to the Simikot Lagna in about 2 hrs, and then starts to descent steeply into the Karnali gorge and to Majgaon. Overnight at camp.
Day 05: Majgaon to Danda Karmi (2550m)
About 6/7 hrs trek leads you to the Danda Karmi. The trek hike up to the upper Karnali River valley, passing through the Toling and Dharapani village as well as several beautiful waterfalls and gradually ascending towards Karmi village. Overnight at camp.
Day 06 Danda Karmi to Yalbang Chaur (2700m)
Karmi is the first village that you will be passing; this village is inhabited by upper Humla people of Tibetan sect. Afterwards, Contour up the valley only to descend rather steeply to the Sali Khola with its beautiful stream flowing through the forest. Walking takes 6-7 hrs. Overnight at camp.
Day 07: Yalbang Chaur to Tumkot Khola (2800m): 6 hrs
The trek climbs gradually to the village of Yalbang. From here the upper trail passes through Toothpaling monastery, while the lower one leads directly to the village of Yankhar. Another 3 hrs of hiking around the bend of the Karnali brings to the bridge below Muchu. From Muchu the trail drops gently to the stream below reaching the settlement of Tumkot. Overnight at camp.
Day 08: Tumkot Khola to Yari (3450m): 6 hrs
After crossing a wooden bridge over Tumkot Khola. You veer - of the Karnali gorge towards Yari village and the Nara La Pass; the trail will lead into Tibet. The trail climbs steadily up the Mountain side to a distant Yari. Yari is the last Nepali village, before heading towards Nara La. Overnight at camp.
Day 09: Yari to Sher (3600m) Over Nara La Pass (4325m) : 6: 30 hrs
It takes about 3 to 4 hrs trek to the Nara La Pass from Yari. The Nara La Pass is marked by Mani stones and prays flags. Travelers have put there crowned by many flag poles & strings of colorful prayer flags. The descent to meet the Karnali once again is steep. Precipitous & narrow winding & following the ridges to drop giddily to the river far down below. Overnight at camp.
Day 10: Sher to Purang / Taklakot (3930m) to Manasarovar (4560m)
You will start your trek, passing through a village of Sher, the first Tibetan village that you come across along the trail. The gravel trail continues, twisting & bending finally reaching the village of Kocher. Here, you will see the famous Gompa of Kochernath. Shortly after crossing the Nepal/Tibet border which is marked only by a stone pillar, we meet our transport and drive about 130km, via the large trading centre of Taklakot, to Manasarovar, the most venerated of Tibe t's many lakes. Overnight at camp.
Day 11: Manasarovar:
Today will be spent at Manasarovar, acclimatize to the altitude and exploring this fascinating place. We will visit the picturesque Chiu Monastery on the North West shore of the lake with the imposing sight of Mt Kailash in the background. Overnight at camp
Day 12: Manasarovar to Darchen (4500m) / Tarboche (4750m)
About 2 hrs drive takes you to the Darchen at the base of Mt. Kailash. From Chiu Gompa, the bus journey again continues heading north to a village called Darchen. Darchen is a small settlement at the button of the Southern slopes of the holy mountain - Kailash. In the past it was a Drokpa village (Village of the nomads - not a permanent settlement or short trek to Tarboche. Overnight at camp.
Day 13: Tarboche to Dira-Puk (4900m)
After Lha Chu you reach Tarpachan, and by the meadows there are numerous flagpoles, from this point you can have the stunning view of the holy mountain - Kailash, at the far distance, and the Gompa of Chugu is also seen on the far side of high the high waterfalls. The trail continues twisting and turning then finally reaching the distinction -Dri-Phunk. This is a long trek, walking takes approximately 6-7 hrs. Settle in for the night camp opposite to the lone monastery of Dri-Ra Phunk. Overnight at camp.
Day 14: Dira-Puk to Zutul-Puk (4790m) over Dorma La Pass (5630m)
From Dri-Ra Phunk the trail to Dorma La pass gain height, steadily through open area of many stone cairns heaped up by the pilgrimage to the Sacred Mountain. After having reached Dorma La pass, you will notice one, the only one so huge boulder fastened with strings of colorful prayer flags, this happen to make the highest point of the long journey to this holy part of mountain. From here the trail descends, passing by the holy lake of Guari Kund. It is believed, here the pilgrims who have come on pilgrimage, fill their water bottles to carry the water, for friends and relatives. From this lake side the trail keeps following down the eastern side of the valley of the Dzong Chu River, and reaches the cave monastery of Zuthul Phunk. It is long days walk; time taken is approximately 7-8 hrs. Overnight at camp.
Day 15: Zutul-Puk to Darchen / Lake Manasarovar
Morning you can visit the only cave monastery of this place. This cave monastery is believe to be the famous one, as it being the meditation retreat for one of the great Tibetan saint namely - Saint Milarepa. The print impression of his pair of palms on the roof of the rock cave believed to have been left behind when he was trying to lift up the rock to make more rooms inside. After the monastery visit to over, get set for the move again down the valley. Take the trail leading down the valley and the Darchen. Walking takes approximately about 3-4 hrs to reach Darchen or drive to Manasarovar Lake. Overnight at camp.
Day 16: Darchen / Manasarovar (Chiu Gompa) to Paryang (4750m) :
Today is a long drive, about 300km, to Paryang. Along the way, we cross the Mayun-la and make several river crossings. The scenery along this section is some of the most panoramic of the entire journey. Overnight at camp.
Day 17: Paryang to Saga (4600m) :
We continue driving today along a 255km stretch of road to Saga, passing through the small, dusty town of Zhongba en route. Overnight at camp.
Day 18: Drive to Nyalamu (3750m): Today we again cross the Yarlung Tsangpo by ferry, and pass by Peiku-tso before arriving back at Nyalam.
Day 19: Drive to Kathmandu (1400m)
From Nyalam, we head back to the border town of Zhangmu. From Zhangmu, it’s a short drive to the Friendship Bridge which spans the Bhote Kosi River and marks the Chinese - Nepalese border. We say goodbye to our Tibetan guide and driver and walk to Nepalese Immigration Control in Kodari where we will be met by our Nepalese staff. After completing the re-entry formalities we continue the drive to Kathmandu which, depending on road and weather conditions, should take about 5-6 hours.
Day 20: Drop you to the international airport for your onward destination. |
