Mount Kailash (22028 Feet), well-thought-out to be a physical personification of the mythical Mount Meru, is supposed to be the holiest mountain in the world. Its snow dusted rock pyramid is situated in the scenically rich area of western Tibet, which lies between the Himalayas and Karakoram ranges. From its peak, one can enjoy the views of Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, and Nepal. It is considered most favorable to make a religious pilgrimage around its fifty-three kilometers circuit. The complete region of Mt. Kailash is of significant spirituality and includes the two turquoise-blue, pristine high-altitude lakes of Mansarovar and Rakshasa.
Another individuality contributing to the mystical features of Kailash is that the four most holy rivers of the Indian sub-continent begin from here - Sutlej, Karnali, Brahmaputra, and Indus. The end of these rivers are more than 2,000 kilometers separately, yet they all have their source within a hundred kilometers of Mt. Kailash. Nature lovers can bump into numerous unusual species of birds, wildlife, and flora here. This sacred district is known as the center of the universe, attracting scholars and researchers from all over the world. Mt. Kailash provides a spiritually inspiring, naturally sole, and a truly satisfying journey of a life-time
Day 1: Drive to Nylam (150km), 3750m: After breakfast leave Kathmandu to begin yatra to Nyalam 3800M. We reach Friendship Bridge by bus. You will get brief information regarding the further trip then proceed the journey to Zangmu, where all the immigration and custom formalities ought to be accomplished. After the accomplishment of all official procedures, we carry on to Nyalam, arrive in Nyalam, and overnight at the lodge.
Day 2: Acclimatization (rest) day at Nylam, 3750m.
Day 3: Saga/4450m: (Labug-La 5150m, Peku-tso, and Saga, 232km) On the first long driving day over the sandy and rocky land of Tibet, other things like lake, nomads chasing thousands of yaks and sheep keep you busy. By the late afternoon, you will cross the Brahmaputra Riverway to a typical Chinese and Tibetan town.
Day 4: Paryang (4600m) 230 km, 7-8 hrs: Jeeps and trucks roll on the wide valley following rivers and grazing land of yaks and sheep. Far south you can see snow-covered peaks nearby you, lots of rocky peaks and sand duns give you an ideal world
Day 05: Drive Paryang to Mansarovar (4558m) 277km, 8 hours: The longest driving day starts full of enthusiasm, by the late afternoon you can have the first sight of consecrated Kailash Parbat and Mansarovar.
Day 06: Holy-Manasarovar at 14950-ft/ 4558m. The highest lake of freshwater with a turquoise complexion in the world is full of fishes and swans. Holy Kailash Parbat,Mt. Gurule-Mandala, Lake Rashekshi are lying on its neighboring.
Day 07: Puja and drive to Tarchen (14975ft) 40km Manasarovar is the lake of compassion, tranquility, and bliss. After completing the memorable morning Bath and Puja we will be heading towards Tarchen. It is considered a base camp for the Holy Kailash Parikrama.
Day 08: Trek to Dehara Puk/5000m: It is one of the thrilling days walking along the gorgeous rocky cliffs; waterfalls with some clouds in the clear blue sky make you feel that the Great God Shiva is everywhere with tons of blessings to you. From time to time the face of Kailash Parbat will keep on appearing.
Day 09: Hardest but Holiest day of your pilgrimage Yatra with Dolma-La (pass) of 18600 ft between two valleys: Yamasthal should be crossed to reach the Shiva Sthal while your steps go closer to the pass. Once you reach the top, just do the holiest offering and sit down for meditation to forget yourself. Once your steps go down, Parvati-stal and Gauri Kunda are on the way. By the late afternoon, you will reach Zuhal Puk (the cave of Miracles. The great ascetic Milerappa is supposed to have performed miracles here).
Day 10: End of Kailash Parikrama and drive to Takla Kot: Overnight stay at Guesthouse.
Day 11: Drive to Sera via Khojarnath Temple “an ancient temple of Lord Ram, Lakshman, and Sita''. From Sera, we walk back to the Hilsa helipad to wait for our flight back to Simikot. After immigration, continue to Nepalgunj by chartered helicopter or aircraft