Mount Kailash (Mt. Tise) Mansarovar Trek

Mount Kailash (Mt. Tise) Mansarovar Trek 12 Days, Moderate to Strenuous

Kailash, a holy mountain revered by Hindus, Buddhists, Bons, and Jains – and Lake Mansarovar are the major attractions of this trip.
Trip Start/End
Kathmandu- Zhangmu- Mt.Kailash/Zhangmu
Trip Grading
Moderate to Strenuous
Max Elevation
5660 m, Doma La Pass
Best Season
April to May and September to October
Meals
B+L+D
Transportation
Private Vehicle
Attractions
Tibetan Culture, Himalayan Views (Mt. Everest, Cho Oyu)

Price Starts from

USD $1785

per person based on 2 PAX

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Mount Kailash (Mt. Tise) Mansarovar Trek

Mount Kailash (Mt. Tise) Mansarovar Trek – overview

Mount Kailash (Mt. Tise) Mansarovar Trek

The Mount Kailash (Mt. Kailash) and Lake Mansarovar Trek is a holy mountain revered by Hindus, Buddhists, Bonpos, and Jains, and Lake Mansarovar is a major attraction of this trip. Hindus believe Kailash is the abode of Lord Shiva, and tantric Buddhists believe that Mount Kailash is the home of the Buddha Demchowk or Chakrasamvara,  who represents supreme bliss. In Jainism, Mt Kailash is also known as Meru Parbat or Sumeru. Similarly, Bon followers maintain that the entire Kailash-Mansarovar region is the seat of all spiritual power.
For Hindus in India and Nepal, the Kailash-Mansarovar pilgrimage is a must-visit destination that one should undertake at least once in their lifetime. Lake Mansarovar is one of the largest freshwater lakes in Tibet. The lake has a circumference of 88 kilometres and a maximum depth of 90 meters. Hindus believe that a dip into the lake cleanses one from all sins. According to the Shreemad Bhagavat Purana, a holy book of the Hindus, Lake Mansarovar is among the five sacred lakes collectively called Panch Sarovar. Other lakes are Bindu Sarovar, Narayan Sarovar, Pampa Sarovar and Pushkar Sarovar.
The pristine beauty and serenity of these religious sites are truly awe-inspiring. It instils in people the feeling of being in the abode of Lord Shiva. Hindus and Tibetans circumambulate the 32-mile circumference of the holy mountain.  While Hindus call the process ‘Parikrama’, Tibetans term it ‘Kora’. Both words mean the same thing. The circumambulation is difficult and physically taxing. However, some devout pilgrims do complete the process.
The major and famous festival of Tibet is called “SAGA DAWA”
WHAT IS SAGA DAWA?
Saga Dawa is an ancient festival and also one of the important festivals of Tibetan Buddhism, which is held every year on the full moon day of the lunar month of the Tibetan calendar. The Saga Dawa is celebrated in the Tarbuche valley of the Kailash region.
WHY IS IT CELEBRATED?
The Saga Dawa event is celebrated in honour of Buddha Sakyamuni’s birthday, enlightenment and his entry to Nirvana. The festival includes praying, almsgiving and doing acts of benevolence during Saga Dawa.
WHAT THEY DO IN THIS EVENT?
Actually, in this event, people come all the way from Tibet; they bring a small prayer flag with themselves to attach to the big flag, they pray, and to help erect the flag pole on the Kailash Kora. The event is presided over by the qualified Tibetan lama from the nearby monastery. The locals, plus outdoor people, celebrate the occasion and make kora around Mount Kailash along with their praying lips for a better life in their next birth.
Another tradition things they normally do is Alms-giving, which means they help and support (by giving money) beggars. All beggars were gathering in the main place where the Saga Dawa is celebrated. During your visit to Saga Dawa, you may get the chance to see and enjoy traditional activities like praying, dancing, chanting and worship. For the observation of Saga Dawa, you may also join with locals to pray and do a tour around the monastery.
HOW TO GET TO MOUNT KAILASH?
To attend this Saga Dawa event, you have two routes: one route from Nepal and another from Tibet. From Nepal, your tour starts from Kathmandu to reach Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar by an overland tour from Nepal through the Kerong border and through the Humla district. It takes almost 10 days, and your tour starts from Lhasa, the capital city of Tibet. Along with your arrival in Lhasa, explore Lhasa city, including the famous Potala Palace. The next day, you will have a short drive towards Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar by crossing many historical Tibetan cities.
WHEN SAGA DAWA FESTIVAL STARTS?
For the year 2026: Saga Dawa starts on 31 May 2026.
WHAT TYPE OF ACCOMMODATION FACILITIES YOU WILL GET THERE?
Although the Kailash is still under development, there are several hotels available for you. The accommodation level is much lower; there is no five-star hotel, and please kindly do not hold high expectations. Though the hotels over here are small, they do provide clean rooms and toilets and good hospitality service.
WHAT ABOUT THE COST INFORMATION?
The cost of the tour depends on the number of travelers but starts from 1700USD per person.

Short Itinerary

Day 01:Arrival Our representative will accord you a traditional welcome at the airport by offering a garland and escort you to your hotel. Time to relax after the long and tiring flight.

Day 02:Drive Kathmandu- Kyirung

Day 03:Rest Day in Kyirung

Day 04:Drive Kyirung to Saga/4450m- 232 km

Day 05:Saga to Paryang (4558m) to Mansarovar (4600m) 507 km 8-9 hrs

Day 06:Drive to Darchen (14975ft) 40km

Day 07:Trek to Dira-Puk/5000m

Day 08:Trek Dira Puk-Zuthul Puk, 18km, 6-7 hrs, 550m ascent, 600m descent.

Day 09:End of Kailash Parikrama and drive to Saga

Day 10:Drive back to Kyirung (232km) 6-7 hr.

Day 11:Kyirung to Kathmandu 150 km

Day 12:Rest and shopping day in Kathmandu

Day 13:Depature onward destination

What's Included?

1. Airport pick up and drop

2. Two night tourist standard Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast

3. Private Transportation by Van / mini coach

4. English speaking Tibetan Guide

6. Meal plan on B/B Basis

7. Entrance fee

8. Chinese visa.

What's Not Included?

1. Lunch and dinner

2. Insurance of any kind.

3. Rescue and Evacuation Service

4. Any Additional cost due to natural calamities and Unforeseen Circumstances, etc.

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