– What kind of Hotels in Nepal & Tibet?
- In Kathmandu & Nepaljung, we keep 3,4 & 5 stars depending on group size & requirements
- Hotel stays will be on a sharing basis in Kathmandu
- If someone stays single then supplement costs will applied
- Tibet Side- accommodation will be in a Guest house in all places on a shared with a common bath
- Note- Private bathrooms are there in some places, which depends on the subject’s availability
– Transportation in Nepal & Tibet Side?
- Nepal Side: We will provide decent transportation by A/C Coach for Sightseeing tours.
- Kathmandu to Kerung: Kathmandu to Kerung Non AC BUS until the road is properly constructed.
- Tibet Side: AC Coach
– Chinese Visa / Tibet Permit
- The Chinese visa is a group Visa that is paper-based.
- First- we need your passport copies by email to apply for the Tibet Travel Permit (required by the Chinese government).
- We will apply for a Tibet permit 01 months before the departure date. After that, we need your original passport for Group Visa processing:
- Indian Nationality: You have to send your original passport 07 working days before the Fixed departure date
- Foreign Nationals: We will need your original passport for 04 working days to obtain the visa. Since Saturday & Sunday won’t count as working days.
- After you get a group Chinese Visa, we will hand over the passport individually at your hotel lobby.
- Therefore, since it takes time, we suggest our Yatris book as early as possible, so that your Yatra can begin on your desired departure date.
- If you already have a Chinese Visa: Chinese Embassy will cancel that existing visa & they will issue another visa as a group visa.
– What is the difference between Inner Parikrama & Outer Parikrama?
- Inner Parikrama means parikrama of Nandi Parvat and the outer parikrama means parikrama of Kailash Parvat. The regular Overland and Helicopter is only outer Parikrama which is easy to complete. However, Inner Parikrama is currently not open due to restrictions from Chinese Government.
– How much do I have to walk during Parikrama?
- If you can not or do not want to go for Kailash Parikrama by foot then you can hire a horse and horseman paying extra (YUan 3,800 per person). This rate may vary during travel time, hence not a fixed rate.
- Even you do hire a horse, you have to walk at least 2-3 hours
- You can choose not to go for Parikrama at all, then you will stay back at Darchen. Our staff will be there preparing accommodation and meals during your stay.
– What if I don’t want to do Parikrama?
- If you don’t want to do Parikrama we would provide you accommodation and food at Darchen base camp and you will have to wait until others return from Parikrama
– How much does it cost if I want to do Parikrama riding on horse (pony)?
- The cost is around Yuan 3800 which you have to pay yourself directly to the horse owner or the porter you are going to hire. The cost includes charges for Horse, Horseman and Porter.
– Is it possible to return without Parikrama and without waiting for other groups?
- Since 2018, it won’t be easy to return back & leave the group. The Visa splitting is mostly not accepted by immigration unless someone is sick.
– Asthapad Visit
- No, Asthapad and Inner Parikrama is not included since it is not in operation due to restrictions from the Chinese Government.
- Personal Expenses in Tibet
Indian Rupees are not accepted in Tibet. You will have to take Chinese Yuan which can be exchanged in Nepal on arrival.
- What kind of items to carry while travelling?
You have to take warm clothes like sweater, trousers, thermo-coat, monkey cap, trekking shoes, high-neck, gloves etc, shall also share other details in due course in coming days.
- What do you provide us for the tour?
We provide a Waterproof Windcheater Jacket, a Duffel Bag, a Bag Pack, a Cap and a Passport Holder to every members as a souvenir gift from our company. You do not have to return these items after returning from Kailash.
- Can we use Indian Currency in Tibet side?
No, the currency that is used in Tibet side is Chinese Yuan. For exchange of Chinese Yuan You can contact us on arrival on Kathmandu.
- What sort of clothing and accessories is suggested for the Trip?
As the Kailash Mansarovar is at high altitude the climate is cold so it is recommended that you have warm clothes with you, thermo coat, monkey cap, comfort shoes, masks, walking sticks, sunscreen lotions, sun glasses are also recommended accessories for the trip.
– How many people in each group?
- Our group size is minimum 30-35 person for Helicopter and Overland tour. The group can reach 35 – 50 members in each group but can be more during Full moon trips.
– Age Limit
- Age limit is 69 years old for Indian Passport Holders as per the current rules and regulations. For Non-Indian Passport Holders there is no age limit till date. However, we do not recommend travelers above 80 years old to join for the trip
– Mobile Phone at Tibet – To Keep in touch with family
- Nepali sim card doesn’t work at Tibet side but there will be shops at the phone center on the way to Kailash Yatra. You can take your mobile with you and buy a sim card there to call your family and relatives.
– There are several reasons why Yatris choose Full-Moon:
- Festivals in Tibet happen during Full Moon (especially Saga Dawa Full Moon Festival: the holiest day in Tibetan Buddhism)
- Full-Moon in Mansarovar: Many Yatris prefer doing puja during the Full Moon (Purnima)
- Many want to see the beautiful view of the full moon over Mount Kailash
- Prefer doing Kora during Full-moon
– What type of Food and drink will be provided there at Tibet?
- The food provided will be hygienic and pure vegetarian.
- The local water will be provided for drinking water. You can also purchase mineral water bottles at the Tibet side.
– What kind of fitness is required?
- You have to be physically fit for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. Getting a medical checkup before you plan to go for this religious journey is recommended. But it is not mandatory that you have to submit the medical checkup certificate. People with back pain may have problem during the trip on the jagged road. People with asthma or allergic to dust are strongly recommended to wear mask on the dusty road. Besides these people are recommended to practice walking and do exercise and yogas for the physical fitness.
