Mt. Kailash Heli Tour

Mt. Kailash Heli Tour

11 Days

11 days Helicopter Trip to Mount Kailash is one of popular package tour. It begins from Kathmandu Tribhuvan International airport where we board a flight to Nepalgunj. Next day we fly to Simikot and Hilsa. After reaching Hilsa, we drive to Taklakot and rest for the night. We will spend a day in Taklakot for acclimatization. Next day we will gear up to drive all the way to Mansarovar lake. On our way we will visit Rakshes Tal and spend some time taking photos in our mobile or cameras. We continue our trip until we reach Mansarovar. Next day we will drive to Yama Dwar and trek to Deraphuk. The following days we continue our trekking to Zutrul Phuk and conclude our trip driving back to Taklakot and eventually flying back to Nepalgunj. We designed the itinerary in such a way that it provides ample time to acclimatize at the higher altitude while ensuring an exciting trip.

Trip Highlights:

  • Scenic helicopter trip
  • Religious and natural sightseeing
  • Magnificent Kailash range
  • Mansarovar and Rakshes Tal
  • Ancient Buddhist monasteries
  • Rich Buddhist culture and tradition
  • Unique blend of Hindu and Buddhist pilgrims
  • Superb natural splendor

Trip Duration:

The trip duration of Mount Kailash Heli Tour is 11 days.

Group Size:

The Mount Kailash Heli Tour’s helicopter has the capacity of carrying 2-5 people. It is advised to make the group size not exceeding five people. If you have a group of more than five people then the adjustment has be made accordingly.

  • Day 01 Arrive in Kathmandu

    On arrival in Kathmandu, you will be welcome by Sunrise Kailash representative standing with your name board at Tribhuvan international airport arrival terminal. Then you will be transferred to your hotel by the private vehicle. In evening there will be a small briefing about your Kailash Yatra. (D)

  • Day 02 Kathmandu Sightseeingt - Fly to Nepalgunj

    We may organize a brief sightseeing tour in Kathmandu in the early morning (depending upon your flight schedule). Later in the day we will catch a flight from the domestic terminal of Kathmandu airport to reach Nepalgunj which will take around 55 minutes. Upon reaching Nepalgunj our representative will transfer you to the hotel where you rest for the night. (B, L, D)

  • Day 03 Fly to Simikot-Hilsa-drive to Taklakot (3800m)

    Today is most important day of your Yatra because you are going to an altitude of 3800 mtr for night halt.
    Early morning with your pack breakfast you will be taken to airport for flight to Simikot (Getway of Kailash, 45 minutes flight) . Here after an hour rest for Humla Restricted Area Permit work then your Yatra will be continue with shuttle flight by helicopter to Hilsa (17 minutes flight) 5 person on each flight.
    When you reach at hilsa you will meet by our hilsa crew and take you to a hotel for Lunch. Once, we all Yatries arrived at Hilsa our hilsa crew will give a short briefing on safety procedure for cross Nepal – China Boarder. After lunch you will be taken to cross the border (around 20 minutes walk). In China after completion of our immigration and custom work then we drive to Taklakot (Purang) (1 hour drive). (B, L, D)

  • Day 04 Rest day at Taklakot

    Today is a day for acclimatization. While reaching to Taklakot, you have already gained massive height while reaching to Taklakot. You will acclimatize so that you could prepare yourselves for your following days high altitude trekking. Trekking experts suggests us to walk for few hours even during the rest days so you will spend this day in visiting some of the monuments of this region. You will visit Khojrnath temple that is dedicated to Lord Rama, his wife Sita and brother Laxmana. You may even choose to explore Taklakot and discover the traditional settlement, people and culture of this region. Overnight, you stay in Taklakot. (B, L, D)

  • Day 05 Drive from Taklakot to Mansarovar Lake (4550m) [3 hours]

    Drive to Manasarovar Lake (4500m), Upon reaching the Lake Mansarovar, you take a holy dip/bath and prepare for the parikrama (circumambulation). You will do the Parikrama around the lake Mansarovar on a jeep and it takes approximately three hours to complete the Parikrama. It is believed that the Parikrama thus done will wipe away all the sins, pains and sorrows from the life and one would attain salvation/Mokhsa. Overnight, we stay in Mansarovar. (B, L, D)

  • Day 06 Drive from Mansarovar Lake to Darchen (4664m) [1.5 hours]

    Early in the morning you offer Pooja (Worship), Hawan and take holy bath in the lake. This completes your religious rituals at the Mansarovar lake. Later on your request we can make night stay at Mansarovar or you will drive to Darchen which is a base camp of Mount Kailash (4662m). You will reach Darchen in approximately one hour and thirty minutes of drive from the lake. Upon reaching Darchen you will explore the base camp and enjoy the magnificent scene of the Kailash range. Overnight, you stay in Mansarovar or in Darchen. (B, L, D)

  • Day 07 Drive from Darchen to Yama Dwar, Trek to Deraphuk (4920m)

    Morning after breakfast drive to Yamdwar with our pack Lunch. From here the Yatries who are interested to go for Kailash Parikarma they start their first day trek to Dira Phuk (4850m) and Yatries who are not interested to go for parikarma they drive back to Darchen after puja. (B, L, D)

     

  • Day 08 Trek to Zutrul Phuk (4780m) [8-9 Hours)

    This is probably the toughest day of your trip. You start early in the morning via Dolma La pass (5550 meter) to reach Zutrul Phuk. The trail to Dolma La ascends gradually and from here the trail descends down to the valley of Zutulphuk. Gauri Kunda (Glacial Lake) is situates beyond the Dolma La pass. It is believed that Parvati, the wife of Lord Shiva used to take bath in this lake. You continue your trek to Zutulphuk monastery which at an elevation of 4780m. Upon reaching Zutulphuk monastery you take some time off to explore the monastery and its vicinity. Overnight, you stay in Zurtul Phuk. (B, L, D)

     

  • Day 09 Trek to Darchen and Drive back to Taklakot.

    Today is the last day of Parikarma. So, after breakfast you start your trek to Ronda trek ending point. Where your guide and bus are waiting for you to pick. Once all Parikarma Yatries arrive you drive to Darchen for Lunch. After Lunch you all Yatries drive to Purang. If time permit you continue your drive to Hilsa with completing your immigration and custom work.  Overnight stay at Hotel Purang or Hilsa guest house.(B, L, D)

     

  • Day 10 Drive to Hilsa, Fly Simikot-Nepalgunj-Kathmandu

    After having early morning breakfast you drive to Hilsa. You will take Shuttle helicopter flight to Simikot 5 person on each flight. If weather permits continue flight to Nepalgunj. Transfer to a hotel for refreshment. Evening fly to Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel. (B, L, D)

  • Day 11 Certificate distribution and Airport drop

    Certificate of completion will be provided to you from Sunrise Kailash Pvt. Ltd. You will be free till your flight time. We will drop you at Airport 1-2 hour before flight time. (B)

Inclusions

  • Airports pick up and drop services.
  • Scheduled flight Kathmandu – Nepalgunj – Simikot – Nepalgunj.
  • Charter helicopter flight share by 5 person Simikot – Hilsa–Simikot.
  • Double sharing hotel in Kathmandu & Nepalgunj, room sharing in Tibet all places with meals.
  • Transport by Tourist Bus as per group sizes/Truck for Luggage.
  • Nepali Team Leader and Supporting Sherpa Team and Medical Insurance of staffs.
  • English speaking Tibetan guide, Chinese visa fee of Client and staff.
  • Veg. Indian meals during the trip and Guesthouses and camping charges in Tibet.
  • Company Souvenir (Duffel Bag, Backpack, Wind sitter Jacket and Cap).
  • All camping and cooking equipment.
  • Yak & Yakmand during Kailash parikrama for Camping / Kitchen equipment and luggage only
  • All entrance and conservation fee of Tibet.
  • Simikot Restricted area trekking permit fee for client and Helicopter landing.
  • Oxygen and oxy- meter for safety with first aid kid (medicine bag).

Note: After the Mansarovar to Kailash; all the private vehicles are not allowed; So Chinese Deluxe Buses are provided by the Tibet Tourism authority,

Exclusions

  • All beverages during the Yatra.
  • Extra room bills due to flight delays due to weather conditions.
  • Photography charges and Telephone calls.
  • Stick and a water bottle.
  • Insurance of clients and evacuation cost.
  • Personal horse riding charges during Kailash Parikrama
  • Domestic excess baggage charges more than 10 Kgs.
  • Tips for supporting staff.

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