Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Package

Pricing

₹1,49,999 per person (₹2,00,000 before discount) for the 15 Days/14 Nights Nepal-route itinerary. Includes stay, meals as per plan, ground transport, permit processing support, and yatra assistance. Final price varies by route (Nepal vs. government MEA route), group size, season, and accommodation category — confirm exact pricing for your dates on enquiry.

Why price varies: This is one of the more variable pilgrimages to price — cost depends on route (the government MEA route and the Nepal overland route are priced very differently), group size, season, accommodation category, and current permit/visa fees, which are set by Chinese and Nepali authorities and can shift. We quote transparently and walk you through exactly what's included before you pay anything.

Two Ways to Undertake the Yatra

• The Nepal (overland) route — Departing via Kathmandu and crossing into Tibet through the Kerung/Rasuwagadhi border. Organised directly through registered tour operators rather than a government lottery, which makes it the more bookable, predictable option for pilgrims who want a confirmed departure date. This is the route we typically facilitate, working with our on-ground travel partners to manage the Chinese permit process, accommodation, and high-altitude logistics.
• The Government (MEA) route — Organised each year by India's Ministry of External Affairs in coordination with Chinese authorities, via the Lipulekh Pass (Uttarakhand) or Nathu La Pass (Sikkim). Seats are limited and allocated through a computer-generated, gender-balanced lottery, with applications typically open for a narrow window in spring for a yatra season generally running June to August. We can guide you through this application process if you'd prefer to try this route, though selection isn't guaranteed.

Both routes involve genuinely high altitudes (well above 4,500 metres for extended stretches) and demand solid physical fitness and mental preparation.

How Booking Works

1. Enquire — Message us on WhatsApp with your preferred route (Nepal or government MEA) and travel window.

2. Get a Custom Quote — We confirm live pricing, current permit requirements, and departure availability.

3. Confirm with Advance Payment — Secure your place with a partial advance; balance as per policy.

4. Travel with Support — We manage your documentation, brief you thoroughly on altitude preparation, and provide on-ground assistance throughout the yatra.

Pickup, Drop & Transport

• Pickup point: Kathmandu, Nepal — we can advise on flight connections from major Indian cities to Kathmandu
• Transport: A mix of road travel (SUVs/buses suited to mountain terrain) for the entire Tibet leg
• Some sections, particularly around the parikrama itself, involve genuine trekking at altitude — no vehicle access
• Return drop at Kathmandu for your onward flight home

Stay & Meal Details

• Comfortable hotel stay in Kathmandu at the start and end of the trip
• Guesthouse or camp-style accommodation at high-altitude stops in Tibet — basic by design, given the remoteness of the region
• Meals as per the confirmed plan; vegetarian options prioritised, with hot meals arranged at each overnight stop
• Warm bedding and layered clothing are essential — nights at altitude are cold even in the summer yatra season

Best Time, Weather & Route Info

• Season: The yatra window generally runs from late spring through early autumn (roughly May/June to September), when the high passes are clear of the heaviest snow
• Given this pilgrimage depends on ongoing coordination between India, Nepal, and China, exact yearly dates and route availability are always worth reconfirming close to your travel window — we track this actively and will flag anything relevant to your planned dates `[Update yearly]`
• Weather at altitude can shift quickly even within the yatra season — layered clothing and weatherproof gear are essential regardless of your travel month

Safety, Medical & Senior Citizen Guidance

This is one of the most physically demanding pilgrimages available to Indian devotees, and honest preparation matters more here than almost anywhere else:

• Sustained high-altitude exposure (well above 4,500 m for extended stretches) means a thorough medical check before booking is strongly recommended, particularly for pilgrims with heart, lung, or blood pressure conditions
• We recommend some prior high-altitude travel experience, or at minimum a longer acclimatisation schedule and a structured period of cardiovascular preparation before departure
• Basic oxygen support is arranged at key stops, but this yatra is not recommended for anyone without a reasonable baseline fitness level
• Carry all regular prescription medicines in sufficient quantity, and disclose any medical conditions to us in advance so we can plan accordingly
• Comprehensive travel and medical evacuation insurance is strongly recommended (not included in the package)

This is general guidance, not medical advice — please consult your doctor for a proper high-altitude fitness assessment before undertaking this yatra.

Permits & Registration

• Nepal route: Requires a valid passport with substantial remaining validity, a Chinese group visa processed through Nepal, and a medical fitness certificate. We manage this documentation process on your behalf.
• Government MEA route: Requirements, selection process, and documentation are set directly by India's Ministry of External Affairs, including passport validity rules and medical clearance, with a narrow annual application window. We can guide you through this application if you choose this route.
• Given the diplomatically sensitive nature of this route, requirements and availability can change with limited notice — we monitor this actively and communicate any changes that affect your planned travel dates.

A More Accessible Alternative

If Kailash Mansarovar's altitude, cost, or documentation requirements feel like too large a first step, our Adi Kailash & Om Parvat Yatra (10 Days/9 Nights, from ₹39,999) offers a spiritually significant alternative entirely within Indian territory — no passport or foreign visa required at all.