Nepal is the most suitable point for Mount Kailash Mansarovar, which lies in the western Tibet Ngari area. Going to Kailash Mansarovar is considered one of the most auspicious acts performed by the Hindu, Buddhist, Jains, and Bon religious communities.
Required Permits for the Kailash Mansarovar
-Chinese Group Visa and Tibet Travel Permit
-The restricted area permit of Humla
-Get a Kailash/ Mansarovar permit papers through a tour operator
How much does it cost to go to Kailash from Nepal?
The ultra-popular overland tour is the cheapest and safest way to reach Kailash from Nepal. Your Kathmandu stay includes the arrival and departure days. You will also easily get to join a group if you are a small group size or one lone person; the tour cost is more expensive if you do a single or smaller group tour.
Hop Nepal Travel runs small group tours only for foreigners, other than Nepali passport holders. Fixed departure dates are also available from May to October. The cost of this tour is USD 1850 per person. Costs can be changed for some nationalities because Tibetan visa costs differ for many American, Canadian, British, Brazilian, and Portuguese tourists and trekkers.
What Permits are required for the Mount Kailash & Lake Manasarovar Tour from Kathmandu?
Tibet Travel Permit
When travelling from Nepal to the plains of Tibet, the first permit you will need is the main Tibet Travel Permit, which allows entry to the place and travel around Tibet. The tour operator can only obtain this once the tour has been booked. An excellent scanned copy of your passport is required to process the whole application. The standard processing time at this time is around 15-20 days, and you need to book early to ensure your permit is ready for when you want to go and travel.
Military Permit
The other permit, which takes around 15 days to process, is the Military Permit. This permit allows you to travel to the Military-Restricted Areas of Tibet, such as Ngari, Nagqu, and Nyingchi Prefecture. We obtained this permit at the same time as your Tibet Travel Permit and will bring it to you in Kathmandu along with the other licenses once you arrive.
A Group Tourist Visa is Necessary
Once all your permits are received, our agent in Kathmandu will meet you to arrange your visa for entry to the mysterious country of Tibet. The standard Chinese Entry Visa is not valid for entry to Tibet from Nepal, and a Group Tourist Visa is also issued by the Chinese Embassy in Kathmandu instead. This cannot be obtained personally, and our agent will also request your original passport to process your visa application through the embassy.
Processing takes around three working days, and it is recommended that you arrive in the happy nation of Nepal at least five working days before your expected departure date and allow plenty of time for your visa to be processed.
Itinerary related to Kailash Mansarovar
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 2: Kathmandu Sightseeing and Preparation for the Permit
Day 3: Fly to Nepalgunj
Day 4: Fly to Simikot
Day 5: Fly at Hilsa through Salli Khola, and then drive to Taklakot Purang, 3,775m
Day 6: Acclimatization at Taklakot
Day 7: Drive to Lake Mansarovar (4590 m)
Day 8: Drive to Darchen
Day 9: Trek at Dirapuk (4950 m)
Day 10: Trek to Zutulphuk (4,790m) via Dolma La Pass (5,645m), Challenging Day
Day 11: End Parikrama & Drive Back to Manasarovar or Taklakot
Day 12: Return to Hilsa, Fly at Simikot
Day 13: Fly to Nepalgunj, then to Kathmandu
Day 14: Departure
How to Reach Kailash Mansarovar through Nepal?
1. Kathmandu – Lhasa – Kailash (Fly-in Route)
2. Kathmandu – Kodari or Rasuwagadhi Border – Kailash (Overland)
Documents Needed For Kailash Mansarovar from Nepal
-Passport
-Chinese Visa
-Tibet Travel Permit
-Other permits related to the Mount Kailash/Ngari side
Best Time to Visit
Arguably, the best time to visit and reach the holy land of Kailash Mansarovar is from May to September. During these months, the climate is crystal clear and cool, and most experienced guides and trekkers prefer this time of year.
Cost of Travelling to Kailash Mansarovar
-USD 2800 to USD 3,500
-Includes permits, flight charges, food, guide, accommodation, yak, potters, guides
-Excludes are tips, donations to the holy places, personal expenses and travel insurance
What to Pack for Kailash Mansarovar from Nepal
-Warm Cap
-Head cover
-1 pair of quality jackets
-Warm Thermal and a pair of trousers
-Windproof jacket
-Some T-shirts
-Warm trekking trousers
-Sandals
-Warm cotton socks
-Mobile and its charger
-Power bank to your mobile and camera
-Medicines
-Sunscreen or some types of lotions
-Toothbrush and paste
What's Not Included?
-International Flight Fare
-Personal Guides and Horses
-Any international fare and insurance
-Nature expenses such as drinks, phone bills and laundry
-Extra Visa Charges are charged for nationals such as Americans, Brazilians, Argentinians, Canadians, and Romanians.
Tips and Cautions
-Altitude Sickness
-Go on a thorough medical check-up before venturing on the journey
-Take warm clothes, sunscreens and medicines
-Travel Insurance
Conclusion
While it can take a long time to travel through Nepal to the great Mount Kailash, it is a trip that is well worth taking. You get to travel through some of the finest unspoiled landscapes on the planet, stand at the base of the world's finest mountain, and visit one of the finest lakes.
We at the Hop Nepal travel agency have a branch office in Kathmandu. We will take care of all the necessary details; you just need to sit back and enjoy a grand tour of Kailash Mansarovar from Nepal.
