Kailash Manas Sarovar Yatra

Tibet / China
Duration

14 Days

Age

Above 14 to 69

Max People

More than 100

Pickup

Kathmandu

Overview

Kailash Manas Sarovar overland tour is exclusively crafted for those pilgrims who are willing to have an ardent yearning to pay respect to the abode of Lord Shiva. Therefore, Prabhu Travels has specially carved an outlined itinerary to make your most awaited Kailas Manas Sarovar Yatra a memorable dream come true.

Join people coming from all over the world on a spiritual journey to the home of Lord Shiva, Mount Kailash, situated in Tibet which is an autonomous region of China. Not only is it at a very high altitude but at the confluence of four important rivers for the birth of Indian civilization – the Indus, Brahmaputra, Sutlej and Ganga rivers.

Yatra Details

Prabhu Travels has teamed up with a professional crew to provide a complete service. For a proficient hospitable journey, we have a high-quality maintained kitchen. Also, we are incorporating with the China-India Pilgrimage Service of Tibet-China (CIPSC) for your “journey of a lifetime.”

About Kailash Manasarovar

Words are not enough to describe feelings which are experienced with one’s heart and mind.

  • Near the mysterious stagnant Ravana Tal is Manas Lake which shines like a molten sapphire in the Himalayan landscape. 
  • The circumambulation of Lake Manasarovar is believed to fulfil wishes and get rid of your earthly sins. Behind the lake is the magnificent Mount Kailash.

Temperature and Weather

Weather conditions from May to September in Tibet, can be expected to be dry and sunny, with precipitants in July and August, day time temperatures can be as high as 22 degrees centigrade in Tibet. The average daily

temperature will be 10 degrees centigrade, however, the intense sun at high altitude can make it feel even hotter. 

Fitness Tips

Please start to get in shape NOW!!! A good 30 minutes’ walk, jogging daily, stretching, and regular exercise should put you in the right shape (Concentrate on your heart & legs – Aerobics). 

Altitude Sickness

This is an environment related condition that can affect anyone who ascends too rapidly to high elevations without acclimatizing properly. 

Transportation

Kathmandu airport transfers on arrival and departure will be done by bus. All Nepal side journeys will be done by an ordinary bus. Throughout the journey in Tibet, you will be travelling in a 2×2 luxury bus.

Staff

Our highly experienced Sherpa staff will be responsible for all camping & cooking arrangements.

Briefing and Orientation

There will be a briefing of the program on the day of your arrival in Kathmandu. It is very important that all participants attend this briefing.

Accommodation

Accommodation in these places is very basic without any modern amenities. So please co-operate with the available accommodation facilities. 

Food and Beverages

We will be providing vegetarian breakfast, lunch and dinner cooked by our Sherpas at the campsite, who will be taken from Kathmandu. 

Guide / Escort

A local English-speaking guide will escort the group throughout the tour in Tibet.

Insurance

We recommend that you insure yourself against sickness, EMERGENCY RESCUE, accident hospitalization, etc. We are not liable and responsible for any damages or extra expenses that may arise from mishaps and the loss of their belongings during the pilgrimage.

Communication

The last place to make any international calls is in Darchen, Tibet. However, please be informed that it may be difficult at times to get the connection. If any urgent messages must be sent to any of the participants, then please contact us at our Mumbai office (99692 76580/98698 38077).

Health Considerations

All participants must provide a health certificate given by a MBA doctor confirming that the participant is fit to travel in altitudes of 5700 meters. We do ask you to bring along your own small first aid kit (available at Pharmacies).

Inclusions

Exclusions

Prabhu Travels USPs

  • All the best available accommodations in Nepal & Tibet region.
  • Best available accommodation at Kerung, Saga, Lake Manasarovar, Darchen, Dirapuk and Zhuthulpuk during Kailash Sojourn
  • Luxury Bus on Tibet side as per the package and One Support Truck
  • Trek staff is composed of experienced Nepali Sirdar, Cook and a strong Sherpa Team.
  • Freshly cooked 3 vegetarian meals a day by our experienced sherpa staff.

Special Note

In the event of any cost increment from the Tibet/China side, the increased cost needs to be paid by the participants accordingly.

  • Allot 1 -2 extra days to overcome any delays.
  • There may be changes in schedule due to the nature of travel and weather conditions. The Tour Operator or its partners shall not be liable for any such delays.
  • Tour owners have the right to change the Itinerary in the event of adverse weather conditions or any unforeseen reason.

Travellers are required to follow the itinerary strictly. The entire Group will enter & exit together as per schedule. Note: Additional USD 300 will be applicable if the Tibetan government applies the rule of 17 tourists per bus on the Tibet side

FAQ

Kathmandu airport transfers on arrival and departure will be done by bus. All Nepal-side journeys will be done by an ordinary bus. Throughout the journey in Tibet, you will be travelling in a 2x2 luxury bus.

Complete Kailash Manas Parikrama takes 3 days.

1st day 4765m - 18 kms trek, 2nd day 4690m - 22kms trek and last 3rd day 8 kms trek.

2 liters each person in luggage baggage.

Cost of horse (pony) and porter depends on China government yearly declaration. In 2025, it was 4,200 Yuan (Chinese currency).

Weather conditions from May to September in Tibet, can be expected to be dry and sunny, with precipitants in July and August, day time temperatures can be as high as 22 degrees centigrade in Tibet. The average daily temperature will be 10 degrees centigrade, however, the intense sun at high altitude can make it feel even hotter. At this time of year there is an incredible drop in temperature from early afternoon to evening time, temperature at night-time will drop as low as 0 to -10 degrees centigrade at altitudes of 5000 meters, our highest camp during the KAILAS PARIKRAMA.

Yes. One oxygen cylinder with a mask will be provided in each batch during the PARIKRAMA. Please note that oxygen is to be used only in case of emergency.

Yes. Yuan is the basic unit of Chinese Currency. *At present US$1 = 7 Yuan approximately and 1 Yuan = INRs. 12/- approximately. (*Cost subject to Yuan and $ currency rate). Credit cards are not accepted in China.

You must be in possession of a valid passport for at least 1 year validity. We will obtain visa forms which contain information like full name as it appears in your passport, passport number, date of expiry, place of issue, nationality, date of birth and occupation. Fitness Medical Certificate from family doctor. Two Visa size photographs with white background are also required.

Yes. Your original passports should reach us not later than 45-60 days prior to your departure.

  • Once we apply for the Tibet Visa Permit, the booking amount is non-refundable.
  • If your Permit/Visa is rejected by the Embassy because of your incomplete documents, then there will be no refund in initial payments.
  • 25% cancellation fees of total package amount will be refunded if the client cancels between 30 to 45 days before the commencement date of tour.
  • 50% cancellation fees of total package amount will be refunded if the client cancels between 15 to 30 days before the commencement date of tour.
  • No cancellation will be accepted within 15 days of the commencement date.