Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Lucknow by Helicopter

The flight takes around 45 minutes to 1 hour, offering beautiful aerial views of Nepal’s remote Himalayan landscapes. Simikot, located at 2,910 meters, serves as an important point for altitude acclimatization. The airport here is a STOL (Short Take-Off and Landing) airstrip, which accommodates small aircraft such as Twin Otter or Dornier, carrying about 15 passengers.

From Simikot, board a helicopter flight to Hilsa, which takes approximately 25 minutes. The helicopter journey passes through dramatic Himalayan gorges and valleys. We generally operate Eurocopter B3 helicopters, carrying 5 passengers with a baggage allowance of 10 kg per person.

Today is reserved for rest and acclimatization in Taklakot.

This rest day is essential to help your body adjust to the high altitude before continuing the journey toward Lake Mansarovar and the Kailash Parikrama.

Pilgrims may explore the local Tibetan market or rest at the hotel.

After breakfast, drive from Taklakot to the sacred Lake Mansarovar.

This journey offers magnificent views of the Tibetan plateau and the first glimpses of Mount Kailash. Upon arrival, pilgrims may perform ritual bathing, prayers, and meditation at the holy lake.

Lake Mansarovar is considered one of the most sacred lakes in the world and is believed to cleanse sins and bring spiritual purification

Today marks the beginning of the holy Kailash Parikrama (circumambulation).

After breakfast, drive from Lake Mansarovar to Darchen, the base camp of Mount Kailash, where travel permits are checked.

From Darchen, continue driving to Yama Dwar (Tarboche), the official starting point of the Parikrama.

Begin the trek to Dirapuk, which takes about 5–6 hours. The trail is relatively gradual but requires steady walking due to the high altitude.

Along the route, pilgrims will enjoy spectacular views of the north face of Mount Kailash.

Drive: Lake Mansarovar to Yama Dwar – 45 km (approx. 1 hour)
Trek: Yama Dwar to Dirapuk – 10 km (5–6 hours)

Altitude: Dirapuk – 4,920 m (16,138 ft)
Temperature:
Daytime: 12°C – 18°C
Night: 5°C to –8°C (windy conditions)

Overnight stay: Guesthouse in Dirapuk

Today is the most challenging day of the Kailash Parikrama.

The trek begins early in the morning as you ascend toward Dolma-La Pass, the highest point of the journey at 5,600 meters.

After reaching the summit, descend toward Zuthulpuk, passing the sacred Gauri Kund, a small glacial lake associated with Hindu mythology.

The descent can be steep and requires caution.

Trek: Dirapuk to Zuthulpuk – 21 km (8–9 hours)

Altitude: Zuthulpuk – 4,820 m (15,810 ft)
Temperature:
Daytime: 14°C – 22°C
Night: 3°C to –5°C (windy)

After breakfast, complete the final section of the Kailash Parikrama with a short trek.

After reaching the trek endpoint, drive back to Taklakot.

Trek: Zuthulpuk to trek endpoint – 8 km (approx. 3 hours)
Drive: Trek endpoint to Taklakot – 105 km (approx. 2 hours)

After breakfast, drive from Taklakot to Hilsa and complete immigration formalities.

Cross the Karnali River suspension bridge and board the helicopter flight back to Simikot.

From Simikot, take the flight to Nepalgunj. If weather conditions permit, you will arrive in Nepalgunj in the morning and then continue the drive back to Lucknow.

Drive: Taklakot to Hilsa – 27 km (45 minutes)
Helicopter: Hilsa to Simikot – 25 minutes
Flight: Simikot to Nepalgunj – 45 minutes
Drive: Nepalgunj to Lucknow – approx. 5 hours