Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Helicopter
in Horse Year – 2026
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The upcoming 2026 Tibetan Year of the Horse will render the journey to Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar — commonly known as the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra — exceptionally sacred and potent. According to Tibetan and Hindu traditions, the “Horse Year” occurs in a 12-year cycle, and in 2026, it is especially auspicious, believed to magnify the spiritual merit of the trek: one complete parikrama (circumambulation) of Mount Kailash during this year is considered equivalent to many such journeys in a regular year.
The physical and spiritual terrain of the yatra underscores its significance: pilgrims traverse high-altitude passes, holy lakes, and remote plateau landscapes, undertaking rituals, meditation, and the traditional circumambulation of Mt. Kailash, followed by a dip in or offering to Lake Mansarovar. In the Year of the Horse, this path of devotion is seen not just as a journey but as a profound transformational opportunity.
For those planning to join in 2026, key practical points include aiming for the ideal window of late spring to early autumn (May through September), when the mountain passes and weather are more favorable; booking early, since this year draws extra interest; and preparing physically and mentally for high-altitude trek conditions, weather variability, and cultural rituals. In sum, the 2026 Yatra in the Horse Year is more than a pilgrimage; it is regarded by many as a once-in-a-lifetime threshold for spiritual renewal.
This is an ultimate journey to Mt. Kailash, famed as the Center of the Universe’ by Heli charter flight. It begins in Lucknow, travels to Nepalgunj, and continues to Simikot.
After Simikot, you take a charter helicopter flight to Hilsa, a place close to the China border, and drive to Lake Manasarovar and the base camp of Mt. Kailash.
This is the truly trip of a lifetime with a divine experience and stunning scenery
Trip Fact
Trip Code : HLKMS 2026
Best months to travel : May, June, July,August, September
9 Nights /10 Days
Fly to Lucknow Airport, Drive to Nepalgunj Hotel, Breakfast will be on the way, & Lunch will be at the Hotel. Our representative will brief you about our further tour programme and distribute Complimentary Tour Kit.
Evening: Visit Matha Vageshwari ShaktiPeet.
Dinner & Overnight stay at Nepalgunj.
Food: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Driving Distance: 187 km
Driving Hours: 04 to 05 hours
Early in the morning, you will be transferred to a domestic airline to take a flight to Simikot—a 45-minute journey. Upon reaching Simikot Airport, take a helicopter flight to Hilsa—a 25-minute journey. Freshen up at a local guest house with tea/coffee.
Then, crossing the Karnali bridge, one arrives in Chinese land, completes immigration formalities at the Chinese customs office, and drives to Punang (Taklakot).
Dinner & Overnight stay at Taklakot Hotel.
Food: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Driving Distance: 15 km
Driving Hours: 45 mins
Altitude: 3770 mtrs
Full-day rest day in Punang (Taklakot) for acclimatisation.
You may shop at Punang market.
Note: At Darchen, yatris who want Mt. Kailash Parikrama with horses and porters will have to confirm our guide so that he can arrange all before starting the parikrama. Approximate fares of Porter and Ponyhorse: Porter charges: 1250 yuvans x Rs 13 = Rs. 16,250/ ( approx )
Ponyhorse charges : 2850 yuvans x Rs.13 = Rs. 37,050/ ( approx )
Dinner & Overnight stay at Himalayan Hotel with attached bath.
Food: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Driving Distance: 0 km
Driving Hours: 0 mins
Altitude: 3770 mtrs
After breakfast, drive to Mansarovar Lake. Before reaching Mansarovar Lake, you see Rakshyas Tal from the way. Today is the day of a lifetime as you have the first sight of Holy Mount. Kailash and the holy lake Mansarovar. You will have the Mansarovar lake parikrama by drive after lunch.
Dinner & Overnight stay at Mansarovar Guest House.
Food: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Driving Distance: 110 km
Driving Hours: 2 1/2 hours
Altitude: 4558 mtrs
Early in the morning, around 3 am, we can see stars dipping in the Mansarovar.
In the morning, take a holy bath at Mansarovar and perform Pooja rituals. After lunch, drive to Darchen, the base camp of Mount Kailash.
Those who are willing can plan for ASHTAPADI DARSHAN.
by local jeeps, payable 500 yuvans (Rs. 6,500/-) per person as extra.
Dinner & Overnight stay at Himalayan Hotel
Food: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Driving Distance: 35 km
Driving Hours: 1 1/2 hours
Altitude: 4620 mtrs
DAY 6: DRIVE NEARBY YAM DWAR, 1ST DAY OF PARIKRAMA TO DIRAPHUK
Morning drive near to Yama Dwar via Darchen.
Here we will meet our yaks and yak men. We will load all logistics on
yaks and start Parikrama. Visit Yama Dwar on the way.
The first day of Kora is a gradual walk of 5 hours.
From the way you have Darshan of the west face of Kailash.
Today, our night halt is at Dirapuk. From Dirapuk, view of the north face of Kailash in the distance.
Dinner & Overnight stay at New Guest House
Food: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Driving Distance: 5 km
Driving Hours: 30 mins
Walking Distance: 16 km
Walking Hours: 5 hour
Altitude: 4860 mtrs
Early in the morning, begin the uphill trek to Dolmala Pass, which takes approximately 4 to 5 hours. After reaching the summit at 5,800 meters, descend to the valley floor, requiring an additional 4 to 5 hours. Upon crossing Dolmala and descending, we will arrive at Gauri Kunda. This is the longest and most challenging day of the Parikrama, so be mentally prepared.
Dinner & Overnight stay at New Guest House
Food: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Walking Distance: 22 km
Walking Hours: 10 hours
Altitude: 5800 mtrs
Today is the last day of Parikarma. After breakfast, we trek down of 10 km in about 3 hours walking on the winding, gradual track and arrive at the place called Chongdo. Our transport will pick us and drive to Darchen. After freshup have lunch and drive to Hilsa via Taklakot, Completes emigration, formalities at the Chinese customs office.
Dinner & Overnight stay at Hilsa or Simikot.
Food: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Walking Distance: 10 km
Walking Hours: 3 hours
Altitude: 3770 mtrs
Morning flight to Simikot by helicopter.
Then, fly from Simikot to Nepalgunj.
Dinner & Overnight stay at Nepalgunj.
Food: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.
Similot Flt : 25 mins
Nepalgunj Flt : 45 mins
Altitude: 1350 mtrs
The morning after breakfast, we all gathered in the hall to distribute trip certificates.
Drive to Lucknow and fly back to our destinations with memorable moments.
Food: Breakfast.
Driving Distance: 187 km
Driving Hours: 04 to 05 hours
Altitude: 450 mtrs
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| PRICE EXCLUDES |
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| All personal expenses like telephone calls, tips, shopping, laundry, cold/hard drinks etc. |
| Personal use of pony/porter during Parikrama [Kora]. |
| Single room supplement in Nepalgunj / Taklakot / Darchen. |
| Any extra services such as extra vehicle / hotel nights / sightseeing tours than mentioned in the itinerary |
| Evacuation cost. |
| Travel Insurance. |
| Extra cost such as extra night stay than mentioned in the itinerary, ill health, cancellation, changes itinerary that are incurred due to unforeseen reasons such as road blockage due to landslide, heavy snow strikes, flight cancellation etc |
| Visa splitting charge and extra transportation cost, if returning early from Tibet. |
| Service which are not mentioned above in inclusion part. |
| PAYMENT TERMS & CONDITIONS : |
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| Initial booking amount of INR 1,00,000/- PER PERSON to be deposited at the time of booking. |
| All payments should be cleared before One Month of the commencement of the Trip. |
| If FEC changes any Terms and Conditions, the same will be applied with Notice. |
| Rs.20,000/- WILL BE NON REFUNDABLE AMOUNT |
| ACCOUNT DETAILS FOR BOOKING |
| ACCOUNT HOLDER | SRI GAYATHRI TOURS AND TRAVELS |
| BANK NAME | HDFC BANK |
| CURRENT ACCOUNT NUMBER | 5020 0021 5799 64 |
| BRANCH | NACHARAM BRANCH |
| IFSC CODE | HDFC 0000 368 |
| ACCOMMODATION: 04-STAR HOTEL |
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| 02 Night accommodation with breakfast, lunch & dinner [Pure veg. Meals] using best available hotel at Nepalgunj in twin sharing basis. |
| Accommodation in Tibet with breakfast, lunch & dinner [Pure veg. Meals using Guest Houses on a sharing basis as mentioned above in the itinerary. |
| Mineral water throughout Kailash Yatra. |
| TRANSPORTATION : |
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| Lucknow / Nepalgunj / Lucknow by A/C Coach |
| Nepalgunj / Simikot / Nepalgunj transfer by Air |
| Simikot / Hilsa / Simikot by Helicopter |
| In Tibet, land transfer by luxury bus |
| Lucknow / Nepalgunj by A/C Coach |
| Supporting truck to carry luggage, food, equipment etc |
| Yak & Yakmen for trekking equipment and food during Kailash Parikarma |
| STAFF |
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| Indian Guide |
| Highly qualified and experienced Sherpa staff throughout the trip. |
| Tibetan Guide |
| Communication Facilities : |
| Free Wifi at hotel and we can also have roaming of our own Indian mobile numbers. |
| Walky Talky with team |
| POLICY OF CANCELLATION |
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| If any Pilgrim leaves the group for Non Disease reasons, client must pay 100.00 USD Per Pilgrim / Per Day. |
| If the permit is applied and cancelled, FEC will charge USD 300 per person for the permit cancellation fees. |
| Pilgrims over 70 years old (as per passport age) are subject to specific regulations. Required documents must be submitted for these pilgrims. Health examination report from an Indian public hospital, issued within 6 months, stating the pilgrim’s fitness for travel to high-altitude areas (4000m or 13000 ft above sea level) |
| Application by the pilgrim to express the intention for pilgrimage in T.A.R. The applicant should be signed and fingerprinted by the pilgrim and two direct relatives. Tibet Entry to T.A.R. will be decided by the authorities based on submitted documents. Pilgrims with high blood pressure, heart disease, asthma, or other conditions unsuitable for high-altitude travel won’t be allowed permits. |
| At least two direct relatives required to accompany pilgrims (if applicable). |
| Pilgrims over 70 years old need to deposit USD 1000 as a guarantee. If the pilgrim passes away, USD 1000 will be charged as liquidated damages by Tibet. |
| Pilgrims over 70 years old may undergo a health examination by Tibet Authority’s Local medical center. If deemed unfit, they must stop the trip. |
| A charge of 25% will be applied for any cancellation made prior to 30 days of departure date. |
| A charge of 50% will be applied for any cancellation made prior to 20 days of departure date. |
| No refund for any cancellation made thereafter. |
| Verbal cancellation will not be entertained. |
| If you’d like to extend your trip to places like Muktinath, Janakpur Dham, or explore Pokhara, Chitwan, just let us know, we can help arrange that for you! |
Required Documents For Kailash Manasarovar Yatra Registration
01. Valid Original Passport with min. 1 year Validity
02. PAN Card
03. Full size original e-aadhaar Card in color
4. Blood Group (Certificate is Not Required)
5. Recent, Clear Passport Size Photos with White Background 2 Nos. as per specification
mentioned here
6 Personal Information Form
| TRAVEL KIT PROVIDED BY THE AGENCY |
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| 1. T-Shirt |
| 2. Personal ID Card with tag |
| 3. One Duffle bag |
| 4. One Shoulder bag |
| 5. Small personal kit pouch |
| 6. Side Sling Bag |
| 7. Passport – Mobile – Money pouch |
| 8. Wind Protect Jacket |
| 9. Woolen hand gloves |
| 10. Cap |
| 11. Note Pad and Pen |
| 12. Pooja kit |
| 13. Trip Certificate |
| 14. Kailash Momento |
| CHECK LIST FOR KAILASH MANSAROVAR YATRA 2026 |
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| 1. Aadhaar & Passport original 2. Thermal wears i.e. Trousers, Inners and T-Shirts/Tops (For -5 Degree Temp) 3. Light Weight Hiking shoes with Good grip & pair of extra shoe laces 4. Thick Warm Woollen Hiking Socks 5. Headlight Torch for Parikrama 6. Stainless Steel 1Ltr. Flask (24 hours Hot Water storage) 7. Fully covered SUN GLASSES with U.V Protection 8. Basic First Aid-Kit 9. Prescription Drugs (your Daily Medicines) 10. Shawl 11. One Light Weight bath Towel 12. Wet Wipes or Body Wipes 13. Nose Mask and Hand Sanitizer 14. Tooth Brush and Paste 15. Bath Soap 16. .Face and Body Moisturizer 17. Sun Cream 18. LIP-Balm (Vaseline petroleum jelly) 19. Camphor edible (MUDDA KARPOORAM) 20. Mustard Oil (100ml) 21. Protein Bars, Chocolates 22. Home Made Snacks and Dry Fruits (Backup for Readymade Food) |
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| RISK & LIABILITY: |
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| Sri Gayathri Tours & Travels will do its best to make the tour safe and smooth. As all the tour programs are conducted strictly under the rules and regulations of the Tibet Tourism Bureau (TTB), Sri Gayathri Tours & Travels will not be accountable for any changes due to changes in the official rules and laws of Tibet. Moreover, Sri Gayathri Tours &Travels will also not be liable for any changes in the itinerary due to unavoidable circumstances such as land road blockage, earthquake, flood, snow, political unrest, or Pandemic situations like the COVID-19 virus, etc. Flight cancellations due to weather, sickness, or accidents – extra Costs will be borne by clients on the spot. |
| WISH YOU A VERY HAPPY JOURNEY |
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