Kailash Manasarovar Heli Yatra

Outline Tour itinerary:

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Day 02: Darshan of Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa in the morning. Afternoon, fly to Nepalgunj.
Day 03: Early morning flight to Simikot (2,950m.- 55mins). Fly down to Hilsa by Helicopter (3,700m.). Cross over the Karnali river to Sher and proceed to Purang.
Day 04: Stay at Purang for acclimatization (3,900m.).
Day 05: Drive to Lake Manasarovar (4,560m.) with the Parikarma of the Lake (72km. - 3hrs).
Day 06: Early morning Pooja at Lake Manasarovar. Drive to Darchen (4,620m. - 40km/1 ½ hrs.)
Day 07: Drive to Trek starting point. Trek to Dirapuk.(4,860m. - 7-8 hrs.)
Day 08: Trek to Zhuthulpuk. (4,760m.- 9-10hrs.)
Day 09: End Kailash Kora. Proceed to Hilsa and time permitting airlift to Simikot.
Day 10: Fly to Nepalgunj and Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
Day 11: Last minute, transfer to airport for your onward journey.

Details Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu airport (1,350m.), meet our staff then transfer to Hotel.
Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu. Be received by our staff that will help in assisting you to get transferred to the hotel. Overnight stay at a Hotel in Kathmandu with BB Plan.
Accommodation: Hotel Royal Singhi Or Similar

Day 02: Darshan of Pashupatinath Temple and Boudhanath Stupa in the morning. Later in the afternoon, fly to Nepalgunj. 1hr.
After breakfast, city sightseeing tour to Pashupatinath and Boudhanath Stupa. Later, in the afternoon fly to Nepalgunj. Overnight stay at a Hotel in Nepalgunj with BB Plan.
Accommodation: Hotel Cygnet Inn Or, Similar

Day 03: Early morning flight to Simikot (2,950m. 55mins) and fly down to Hilsa by Helicopter (3,700m.). Cross over the Karnali river to Sher and proceed to Purang by drive. Take an early morning flight from Nepalgunj to Simikot, which will take nearly 60 minutes of flight time. Before flying over Hilsa, it is necessary to complete the border immigration formalities in Simikot. After finishing the custom procedures, proceed to Hilsa by helicopter flight that will take approximately 20 minutes. Once you land at Hilsa, cross the Karnali River through a suspension bridge and continue trekking to Sher village. From Sher, it takes another hour of drive to reach Purang (3,700m.).
Accommodation: Purang Himalaya Hotel

Day 04: Stay at Purang for acclimatization (3,900m.).
The entire day is spent in Purang for acclimatizing. It is important for your body to adapt to the high elevation (high altitude sickness) before making any further journey to elevated atmosphere.
Accommodation: Purang Himalaya Hotel

Day 05: Drive to Lake Manasarovar (4,560m.) with the Parikarma of the Lake (72km-3hrs).
After an early morning breakfast, depart to Lake Manasarovar (4,560m.) for a holy dip that will reenergize your senses. Appreciate the scenic beauty around you and complete the parikarma of the lake.
Accommodation: Parmarth Ashram

Day 06: Early morning Pooja at Lake Manasarovar. Drive to Darchen (4620m). (40km. - 1 ½ hrs.)
A spiritual day for meditation on the shores of the lake, we will stay at Lake Manasarovar for Puja and Havan. Later, in the evening drive to Darchen (4,664m.).
Accommodation: Kailash Himalaya Hotel

Day 07: Drive to Trek starting point. Trek to Dirapuk. (4,860m. -7/8 hrs.)
Drive to the starting point of the trek, Yamdwar, the auspicious gateway to the parikarma around Mt. Holy Kailash, then, trek to Dirapuk (4920m). Enroute, observe the magnificent scenes of Kailash, facing west with backdrops of yak caravans and soothing landscapes with sights of fabled monasteries.
Accommodation: Hotel Dirapuk

Day 08: Trek to Zhuthulpuk. (4760m. - 9-10hrs.)
Trek to Zhuthulpuk (4,780m.) via Dolma la Pass (5,600m.). Often cited as the toughest day of the whole journey, you are devoured by the enchanting glacial lake also known as Gauri Kund. Hindus believe that Parvati, the consort of Lord Shiva used to take bath in this particular holy lake.
Accommodation: Zhuthulpuk Guest House

Day 09: End Kailash Kora. Proceed to Hilsa and time permitting airlift to Simikot.
Complete the Kailash Kora (circumambulation) and proceed to Hilsa. If time permits, airlift to Simikot.
Accommodation: Hilsa Lodge/Sun Valley Resort or, Similar

Day 10: Fly back to Nepalgunj and to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
Today, you will fly to Nepalgunj via Simikot and then take another flight to Kathmandu then transfer to Hotel.
Accommodation: Hotel Royal Singhi or, Similar

Day 11: Last minute, transfer to airport for your onward journey.

Cost Includes

All land transportation by Car, Van, Hiace or, tourist Bus (Airport/Hotel/Airport, tour pick up and drop).
2 Night at Hotel Thamel or, similar on Twin sharing and full board basis.
1 Half-day Sightseeing Tour to Pashupatinath temple and Boudhanath Stupa. Back to Hotel.
1 Night at Hotel Cygnet or, similar on Twin/Tripal room sharing and full board basis in Nepalgunj.
Domestic Air ticket: Kathmandu-Nepalgunj-Kathmandu for flight.
Domestic Air Ticket: Nepalgunj-Simikot-Nepalgunj for flight
Charter Heli flight from Simikot-Hilsa-Simikot.
Special Simikot permit fee.
Full Board basis vegetarian 3 meals (B/L/D) set up by our Fixed Kitchen or in Lodge. (Freshly cooked vegetarian meals).
Luxury Bus on Tibet side as per package.
English Speaking Tibetan Guide.
Tour staff comprising of experienced Nepali Sirdar, Cook and a strong Sherpa Team.
Freshly cooked vegetarian meals.
2 bottels of Complimentary mineral water.
1 Night at Humla Resort or, Hilsa similar with full board meals.
All Permits for Tibet.
Tibet/China Visa fee.
Complimentary Duffel Bag.
Complimentary Shoulder bag.
Dawn Jacket on returnable basis.
First aid-kit box, Medical Oxygen, Pulse Oxymetre and Gamow bag.