20 Days
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Guided tour & trek throughout the trip
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Simikot Kailash Trek Overview
Simikot Kailash Trek
Mount Kailash lies in the spiritual land of Tibet. The peak stands at 6,714 m and holds deep significance for Hindus and Buddhists. It is also one of the holiest pilgrimage sites for Tibetans. Tourists are drawn by the region’s beautiful mountain scenery and spiritual significance, leaving them eager to explore. Each year, numerous tourists from around the world gather in Darchen to experience the mighty Mt. Kailash. The trek takes you on a surreal journey with thin air and extreme altitude. Such a religious experience is found nowhere else in the world.
On our 20-day journey to Mount Kailash, we travel along pilgrimage routes and trade links and cross into Tibet. You start by visiting Garuda Valley, believed to be the cradle of Tibetans in ancient times under the reigning kings. This was done long before Buddhism was founded. You finally reach Kora Valley by walking along ascending and descending trails. After three days of trekking in Kora Valley, you finally arrive at Mansarovar Lake.
This lake has a circumference of 90km, thus making it one of the highest freshwater lakes in the world. It also holds religious significance, and many believe one’s sins are washed away after taking a dip in this holy water. After the lake, we move on to Saga and Zhangmu. After completing the necessary security needful, we will travel back to Kathmandu. The trek is moderate to strenuous, but the fun and adventure do not fit into the grading system. The best time to visit Mt Kailash is from February to May and October to December.
Our experienced team will help you collect surreal travel stories to share back home. Pack your bags and visit this beautiful place on Earth.
Simikot Kailash Trek Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu
Upon arrival in Kathmandu, our representative will greet you and take you to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day.
O/N at 3 Star Hotel | Meals provided: Breakfast
Breakfast
Hotel
1,300 m / 4,265 ft
Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation
Today is a rest day, and you’ll visit different places in Kathmandu for sightseeing. Our representatives will also give you basic information about the plans, places, and precautions for the trip. Later in the day, you can stroll through the streets of Thamel.
Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner
Hotel
1,301 m / 4,268 ft
Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj
We flew to Nepalgunj in western Nepal. Nepalgunj is a town near the Indian border. This exciting town showcases diverse cultures, local food, and ethnic villages.
Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner
Hotel
1 Hours
Day 04: ly to Simikot and trek to Dharapuri
We fly to Simikot (40 minutes) and feel wanderlust for the mountains’ beauty. Here, we can experience indigenous people and their culture, close to the Tibetans. From Simikot, we ascend and then descend the trails to Tuling. We walk through virgin jungles and villages along the Karnali River to Dharapuri.
Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner
Tea House
2,985 m / 9,793 ft
6 Hours
Day 05: Dharapuri to Kermi
We walk on flat trails along the Karnali River. We can see fields cultivated with rice, potatoes, buckwheat, etc. Two hot springs near Kermi can relieve body aches. Once you reach Kermi, you can visit the Buddhist monasteries of Laikyo Gumba and Lhundrup Choeling Gumba. O/N at a tea house.
Breakfast, Lunch, and dinne
Tea House
2,860 m / 9,383 ft
5-6 Hours
Day 06: Kermi to Yalbang
We ascend the steep trails to reach a small pass and cross a suspension bridge over the Salli River. You can see amazing views of the Pine trees and the Karnali River. You can also visit a monastery called Namkha Khyung Dzong.
Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner
Tea House
2,879 m / 9,446 ft
6 Hours
Day 07: Yalbang to Tumkot
We ascend further and see big pine trees along the way. Upon reaching Tumkot, we can visit Dhungkar Choezom Gumba, an important Sakya monastery in the Tibetan region.
Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner
Tea House
3,073 m / 10,082 ft
6 Hours
Day 08: Tumkot to Yari
Today’s trail is the most accessible yet most incredible crossing of the Karnali River. After an hour’s hike, we experience changes in topography, vegetation, and temperature. Due to differences in climate, you will see short, low bushes rather than trees in the way.
Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner
Tea House
3,663 m / 12,018 ft
6 Hours
Day 09: Yari to Hilsa via Nara La pass
After a day of trekking, we finally reached Nara La Pass (4620m), where the landscape resembles Tibet. We could see the Tibetan plains and the village of Yari. Then we descended to Hilsa, a point for pilgrims heading to Mt. Kailash.
Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner
Tea House
3,647 m / 11,965 ft
5-6 Hours
Day 10: Hilsa to Purang
We cross the Hilsa Bridge and ascend to Purang, bypassing Rinzing Zangpo Gumpa and Kangye Village along the trail. After reaching Purang, we will see Purang Gumba and 12th-century Buddhist paintings.
Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner
Tea House
3,772 m / 12,375 ft
2-3 Hours
Day 11: Purang to Monster and sightseeing in Tirtapuri
After passing Rakshas and Mansarover lakes, we reach Monster. After a while, we visited Tirthapuri, located northwest of Mount Kailash. We saw the Tirthapuri hot springs, which feature Guru Rinpoche’s footprint. Later, we returned to Monster.
Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner
Tea House
4,450 m / 14,600 ft
4 Hours
Day 12: Sightseeing of Garuda Valley, then transfer to Darchen
After 2 hours, we reach the Garuda Valley, southwest of Mt. Kailash. We can see the cradle of Tibetan civilization during the reign of the Shang Shung kings. Afterward, we move to Darchen, a small town in front of Mount Kailash.
Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner
Tea House
4,560 m / 14,961 ft
3 – 4 Hours
Day 13: First day of Kora: hiking to DiraPukMonasterys
We walk in a valley through walls of red rocks and cross plains to Shershong. Later, cross a bridge that leads us to Chhuku Gumba and then to Dirapuk. Here you can see the fantastic view of Mt. Kailash (6638m).
Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner
Tea House
5,120 m / 16,798 ft
5 – 6 Hours
Day 14: Second day of Kora: hike to Dzutul-puk
Today is the tricky part: we climb Dolma-la pass(5750m). We can see five-coloured praying flags. We descend to Dzutul-puk, and we experience amazing Thungje Zinbu and caves.
Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner
Tea House
4,790 m / 15,715 ft
6 –7 Hours
Day 15: Third day of Kora: hiking to Darchen
We walk towards Barka plain. After the holy Kora of Mt.Kailash at Darchen, we drive to Mansarovar Lake, which holds religious importance to Hindus and Buddhists. The lake is the significance of purity and spiritual belief.
Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner
Tea House
4,560 m / 14,961 ft
3 – 4 Hours
Day 16: Tour of the Mansarovar Lake
Today, we take a tour of Mansarovar, which has a circumference of 90km, making it one of the highest freshwater lakes in the world. It is believed that drinking or taking the holy dip in the lake will clear up your sins. We circle the lake in a vehicle and later visit Chui Gumba.
Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner
Tea House
7 – 8 Hours
Day 17: Mansarovar to Saga
We drive through Hor Quo and Mayum La pass(5200m), where we can see small towns like Zhongba and Paryang. The journey takes us 270km from Mansarovar to Paryang and connects Saga, 255km from Paryang.
Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner
Tea House
4,600 m / 15,092 ft
8 – 9 Hours
Day 18: Saga to Zhangmu
We drive from Saga to Nyalam for 2 hours and again to Zhangmu, the border town of Tibet.
Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner
Tea House
3,750 m / 12,303 ft
4 – 5 Hours
Day 19: Zhangmu to Kathmandu
After being checked at the border, our representatives will pick you up from the Chinese Friendship Bridge and drive you back to Kathmandu.
Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner
Hotel
4 – 5 Hours
Day 20: Final Departure
Today, you will head back to your home country. After breakfast, our representative will leave you at the airport 3 hours before the scheduled time.
Breakfast
What To Expect?
What's Included
- Airport / Hotel pick up and drop off by private car.
- Kathmandu – Nepalgunj – Simikot airfare.
- Humla / Simikot special permits.
- Chinese Group visa fee and a Tibet permit.
- English Speaking guide in Nepal and Tibet.
- Two nights 3-star hotel in Kathmandu on Bed & Breakfast plan.
- Meals on Full Board (Breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the whole trek
- Trekking map.
- An experienced Government licensed holder guide.
- Trekking porter / Sherpa who will carry your bags during the trekking.
- Food, drinks, accommodation, insurance, salary, equipment, transportation, local tax for Guide, and porter.
- Group medical supplies (first aid kit will be available).
- All necessary paperwork and national park entry permits.
- Travel and Rescue arrangements.
- TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System).
- All government taxes and tourist service charges.
What's Excluded
- Meals in Kathmandu before and after trekking,
- Your travel insurance ( Rescue )
- Tips for trekking staff and driver. (Tipping is expected but it is not mandatory)
- Extra porter charge for a personal bag pack
- Nepal entry visa fee
- Tips for trekking staff and driver
- Drinks (hot, cold and alcoholic)
- Personal shopping and laundry etc
- Personal trekking equipment
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- Experienced and Professional Team
- Hassle-Free and Easy Booking
- 99% Customer Satisfaction
- Fair Prices, Exceptional Service
- No Hidden Costs and Secure Payments
- Tailored and Personalized Itineraries

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