Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Itinerary and Route Guide.

17 August 2023

The Kailash Mansarovar yatra is one of the more challenging trekking journeys in the world. It is because of the number of days you have to walk and the altitude at which you must walk. The route you must take to reach Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar is not easy either. Especially for Nepalese and Indians, as they have to travel for days to reach Mount Kailash. 

Despite being so challenging, it is still one of the most renowned and enquired treks. It is probably due to the religious beliefs among Hindus, Buddhists, and Bons. In Hinduism and Buddhism, Mount Kailash is believed to be the center of the spiritual universe, holding high importance to getting closer to God. 

Read this Kailash Mansarovar yatra route to understand the way to Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar better. 

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra for Nepalese 

There are many travel companies that provide packages for Nepalese to circuit around Mount Kailash and visit Lake Mansarovar. Your yatra can begin once you have visa to enter China. The long road-journey begins at Kathmandu, taking you to the China-Nepal border at Rasuwagadhi. After 5 days of road travel, you reach the starting point of the trekking journey. 

New route from Lhasa is also gaining popularity, however we do not recommend it currently. 

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra for Indians 

Indian citizens need to travel to Kathmandu first for Kailash Mansarovar yatra. After reaching Kathmandu, you can apply for Chinese visa for the yatra. There are many travel agencies in Nepal that provide packages to Kailash Mansarovar for Indians who cover all these expenses. As of January 2024, Indian citizens are not getting their visa request accepted to visit Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar in China. 

There are many routes popping up from where you can reach Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar, but they are not fully approved and secure. The most-secure and approved route for Kailash Mansarovar is the route through Kyirong (Gyirong). 

Routes from Lipulekh and Nathula Pass are said to be open and safe. We recommend not to take risk with your well-being and proceed with the approved route. 

Full Kailash Mansarovar Itinerary for Nepalese 

Day 1: Drive from Kathmandu to Syafrubesi 

Day 2: Drive from Syafrubesi through Rasuwagadhi to Kyirong City 

Day 3: Drive from Kyirong to Dongba or Saga County 

Day 4: Drive from Dongba to Lake Mansarovar 

Day 5: Drive from Lake Mansarovar to Darchen 

Day 6: Drive from Darchen to Sershung (Sexiong) and Trek to Diraphuk Monastery 

Day 7: Trek from Diraphuk Monastery to Zutul Puk Monastery

Day 8: Trek from Zhulthulphuk to Darchen and Drive to Saga 

Day 9: Drive to Kyirong City 

Day 11: Drive from Kyirong City to Kathmandu 

To identify itinerary for Indian citizens, please add one day for arrival in Kathmandu and 3 business days for Chinese visa procurement. 

Conclusion 

This incredible journey of Kailash Parvat and Lake Manasarovar helps you find peace and meaning in life. It is recommended for all devotees of Hinduism to complete this journey at least once in their lifetime. 

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