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Mount Kailash Tour via Hilsa Border by Flight

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Journey to Mount Kailash through Nepal’s Remote Humla Region

Experience the spiritual adventure of a lifetime on this 10-day pilgrimage to Mount Kailash, starting from Kathmandu and passing through the remote Hilsa border via Simikot. This exclusive route offers both convenience and adventure, as you fly to the edge of Tibet and explore the sacred sites with fewer crowds and greater serenity.

Highlights:

  • Scenic flights from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, Simikot, and Hilsa.
  • Explore the remote Humla region and its cultural richness.
  • Sacred Lake Manasarovar and Mount Kailash Kora (trek).
  • Witness the spiritual significance of Mount Kailash from the Tibetan side.
  • Enjoy breathtaking views of the Himalayas and Tibetan plateau.

Preparation:

  • Fitness: A moderate level of fitness is required to complete the trek.
  • Altitude Acclimatization: Proper acclimatization is necessary to avoid altitude sickness.
  • Packing Essentials: Warm clothing, sunscreen, personal medications, and trekking gear are essential for this journey.

Itinerary

Program

1,400m
Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel. After checking in, enjoy a guided tour of Kathmandu’s major religious and cultural sites, including Pashupatinath Temple. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Altitude 1,400m
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150m
After breakfast, fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, a bustling city in southwestern Nepal near the Indian border. The evening is free for you to explore the local markets and rest for your journey ahead. Flight: 1 hour. Overnight in Nepalgunj.
Altitude 150m
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2,910m
Take an early morning flight from Nepalgunj to Simikot, the administrative center of Humla District. Simikot is the gateway to the remote northwest of Nepal and provides a stunning view of the surrounding hills and mountains. Spend the day acclimatizing and exploring the area. Flight: 1 hour. Overnight in Simikot.
Altitude 2,910m
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3,930m
This is a acclimatization day in Taklakot. Fly from Simikot to the Nepal-Tibet border at Hilsa via a helicopter. Cross the border into Tibet and drive to Taklakot (Purang), a vibrant trading town. You will spend the night acclimatizing to the higher altitude. Helicopter: 25 minutes. Drive: 1 hour. Overnight in Taklakot.
Altitude 3,930m
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4,590m
Drive through the Tibetan plateau to the sacred Lake Manasarovar. Spend the afternoon soaking in the spiritual ambiance of this holy lake, considered a symbol of purity and tranquility. You can opt to take a holy dip in the lake and perform prayers along its shores. Drive: 2-3 hours. Overnight at guesthouse near Lake Manasarovar.
Altitude 4,590m
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4,575m
After morning prayers and exploration around Lake Manasarovar, you’ll drive to Darchen, the base town for the Mount Kailash Kora. Take the evening to rest and prepare for the next day’s trek. Drive: 2-3 hours. Overnight in Darchen.
Altitude 4,575m
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4,900m
Start the 3-day Kailash Kora, trekking from Darchen to Dirapuk Monastery. The trek offers the first close-up views of Mount Kailash’s north face, a sacred and awe-inspiring sight for pilgrims. Trek: 13km, 5-6 hours.
Altitude 4,900m
Accommodation Dirapuk guesthouse

5,636m
This is the toughest yet the most spiritually rewarding day of the trek, as you cross Dolma La Pass, the highest point of the Kora. You will descend past Gauri Kund, a sacred lake, and continue to Zuthulpuk Monastery. Trek: 22km, 8-9 hours.
Altitude 5,636m
Accommodation Zuthulpuk guesthouse


Finish the Kora with a short trek back to Darchen. After lunch, drive back to Taklakot. This marks the end of the trekking portion of the tour, giving you time to reflect on your spiritual experience. Trek: 12km, 3-4 hours. Drive: 2-3 hours. Overnight in Taklakot.
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Drive from Taklakot to the Hilsa border, where you will take a helicopter back to Simikot. Helicopter: 25 minutes.
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From Simikot, catch your flights back to Nepalgunj and Kathmandu. Once in Kathmandu, transfer to your hotel and relax after your unforgettable pilgrimage. Flights: 3 hours total. Overnight in Kathmandu.
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What is included ?

  • Airport Pickup/ Drop
  • Accommodation
  • Breakfasts, Lunches, Dinners
  • Guide
  • Porters
  • All our government taxes
  • Official expense

What is not included ?

  • Travel insurance
  • International airfare and airport departure tax
  • Appropriate visa fees
  • Extra personal Expenses
  • Personal trekking equipment
  • Certain sightseeing/monument entrance fees

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Dates & Prices

DatesArrival-Departure AvailibilitySpace Left PricePer person
May 21, 2025June 1, 2025 100 spaces Left
May 27, 2025June 7, 2025 100 spaces Left
June 2, 2025June 14, 2025 95 spaces Left
June 6, 2025June 18, 2025 (FullMoon) 80 spaces Left
June 13, 2025June 25, 2025 95 spaces Left
June 19, 2025June 30, 2025 100 spaces Left
June 25, 2025July 6, 2025 100 spaces Left
July 1, 2025July 13, 2025 100 spaces Left
July 5, 2025July 17, 2025 (FullMoon) 85 spaces Left
July 11, 2025July 23, 2025 100 spaces Left
July 17, 2025July 28, 2025 100 spaces Left
July 23, 2025August 4, 2025 100 spaces Left
July 29, 2025August 9, 2025 100 spaces Left
August 4, 2025August 16, 2025 (FullMoon) 80 spaces Left
November 10, 2024August 22, 2025 100 spaces Left
August 16, 2025August 28, 2025 95 spaces Left
August 22, 2025September 3, 2025 100 spaces Left
August 28, 2025September 8, 2025 100 spaces Left
September 2, 2025September 14, 2025 (FullMoon)85 spaces Left
September 8, 2024September 20, 2025 100 spaces Left
September 14, 2025September 26, 2025 100 spaces Left
September 20, 2025October 1, 2025 100 spaces Left
September 26, 2025October 7, 2025 100 spaces Left

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