Kailash Mansarovar Heli Yatra via Kathmandu 12N/13D
Kailash Mansarovar • 12 nights / 13 days • from Kathmandu
- Duration
- 12N / 13D
- Hotel
- Deluxe (see table)
- Meals
- All meals during the yatra
- Travel
- Scheduled flights, chartered helicopter and surface
- Tour type
- Religious
- Availability
- On request
One of the shortest routes to the abode of Lord Shiva. After puja at Pashupatinath, fly via Nepalgunj and Simikot by chartered helicopter to Hilsa, acclimatise at Taklakot, and complete the Mansarovar and Kailash Parikrama.
The 2026 yatra season has closed. Ask us for 2027 dates; 2026 prices are shown as a guide.
Hotels & prices
Stay
| Place | Hotel or similar |
|---|---|
| Kathmandu | Hotel Vivanta by Taj |
| Nepalgunj | Hotel Central Plaza |
| Simikot | Humla Resort |
| Taklakot | Gungala Metok |
| Mansarovar | Guest House |
| Darchen | Hotel Castle or Hotel Eho |
| Dirapuk and Zuthulpuk | Guest House |
Yatra cost for Indian nationals (21+ people)
| Yatra | Permit and vehicle | Other expense | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe, 5-star in Kathmandu, 4-star equivalent in Nepalgunj | US$ 1,550 | ₹1,95,000 | ₹3,45,350 |
Day-wise itinerary
- 1
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Arrival at Tribhuvan International airport, Kathmandu (1,350 M), meet & welcome by our office representative & transfer to hotel. Overnight stay at hotel.
- 2
Day 2: Pilgrimage Tour & Fly to Nepalgunj & Transfer to Hotel
Puja at Lord Pashupatinath temple and Budhanilakantha temple. ).
Stay: Hotel Central Plaza at Nepalgunj
- 3
Day 3: Fly to Simikot and Walk to Lodge
Early morning transfer to airport for flight to Simikot (2,910 M). On arrival, welcome and guide to your hotel.
- 4
Day 4: Fly to Hilsa & Drive to Taklakot
Early morning after breakfast walk to Helipad and fly to Hilsa by chartered Helicopter flight. Arrive Hilsa (3,704 M, 15 min flight), complete immigration formalities in Nepal side, walk to China site (10 min walk), get introduced with Chinese side guide and drivers and proceed further and rive to Taklakot (30 Km, 1 hour drive).
- 5
Day 5: Full Day Acclimatization at Taklakot
Today is the full acclimatization day. Yatries can visit around the city and acclimatize themselves with the environment and get prepared for the further yatra at more high altitude.
- 6
Day 6: Drive to Mansarovar & Mansarovar Parikrama
Drive to Mansarovar (4,556 M, 120 KM - 2 hrs). Perform puja, hawan and Devtarpan (self) followed by Mansarovar Parikrama.
- 7
Day 7: Drive to Darchen
Morning holy bath and Puja at Lake Mansarovar. Visit Chiu Gompa & drive (30 KM, 1 hour drive) to DARCHEN (4,675 M).
- 8
Day 8: Drive to Yamadwar & Holy Trek to Dirapuk
With packed lunch box, drive to Tarboch Flag Pole, the first prostration point, -an auspicious gateway and the sky burial ground. (4,675 M, 8 KM.
- 9
Day 9: Holy Trek to Zuthulpuk
Continue Parikrama over Dorma La Pass (5,610 M) to Zuthulpuk (4,700 M, 22 KM, 7 to 8 hrs trek).
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- 10
Day 10: Holy Trek to Near Darchen & Drive to Taklakot
Last and final day of Mt. Arrive at Taklakot (3,500 M) and check into hotel.
- 11
Day 11: Drive to Hilsa, Fly to Nepalgunj via Simikot
Drive to Hilsa. En-route complete China Side Immigration.
- 12
Day 12: Fly to Kathmandu & Transfer to Hotel
Fly to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel. Evening Holy water offering at Pashupatinath Temple.
- 13
Day 13: Final Departure from Kathmandu B
REVISED FIXED DEPARTURE DATES – 2026 Fly In / Fly Out via Hilsa/Simikot Mont h Group Code Date of Operation Full Moon Dates Arrival in Kathmandu Simikot/Hilsa Helicopter flight Hilsa/Simikot Helicopter flight Dep.
Meals: Breakfast and free time until transferred to international airport for onward flight.
Inclusions
- Permits and vehicles as per the itinerary
- Stay as listed
- Scheduled flights on Nepalgunj–Simikot and chartered helicopter on Simikot–Hilsa
- Meals during the yatra
Exclusions
- Flights to the starting city
- Tips, porters and horses at Kailash (about 3,800 to 4,000 Yuan for horse and horseman, 1,200 Yuan for a porter for 3 days)
- Extra nights if the yatra is extended by flight or weather problems (₹3,000 per person per night for Indians, with meals)
- Personal expenses, insurance and evacuation
Important information
Rates are based on the US dollar exchange rate and may change without notice. Simikot and Hilsa are prone to rain, and flights can be delayed or cancelled. A special restricted-zone permit is required. Minimum booking charge applies; cancellation is as per the booking terms.
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