In May 1993 the
governments of Nepal and China reached an accord that
allowed the first treks across the border between the
two countries. While it had been a route for Nepalese
pilgrims for years, foreign trekkers were never allowed
to trek from Nepal into Tibet. The journey through Humla,
Nepal's highest, northernmost and most remote district
is culturally and scenically rewarding. The upper Humla
Karnali Valley is also populated by Bhotias who trade
extensively with Tibet in traditional ways that have
totally vanished elsewhere. It is only near Simikot,
the district headquarters, that you will encounter people
of other ethnic groups, mostly Thakuris and Chhetris.
A trip to Mt Kailash has always been regarded
as a pilgrimage. It satisfies the romantic in us that
the pilgrimage to Kailash is a difficult one. Whether
you drive for seven days or walk for six days, it is
still not possible to make a quick, easy visit to Kailash
and Manasarovar. You cannot yet travel all the way to
Kailash by helicopter or airplane. This is certainly
as it should be.
Itinerary details
Day 01: Kathmandu (1300m.) arrival:
Pick up from the airport/ Drive to hotel. Dinner
Day 02: Kathmandu: Breakfast,
trip to City and temples, back to Hotel for lunch. After
lunch, final preparation for yatra i.e, checking and
demonstration of equipments which will be used during
yatra. If any body needs to buy or get things on hire,
our staff will give you company. Dinner.
Day 03: Fly to Nepalganj:
Today we take the ninety minute flight to Nepalgunj
in the far south west of Nepal. It is a busy crowded
city which lies close to the Indian border.
Day 04: Fly to Simikot (2960m)
then trek to Dhara Pokhari (2300m): This morning
we fly north for about 50 minutes to Simikot, the headquarters
of Nepal's most remote district, Humla. After meeting
our crew, we set off on our trek, climbing up from the
airstrip on a rocky trail past fields of barley and
wheat. We ascend a forested ridge above the town of
Simikot, before making a long steep descent past Dandaphoya.
The trail is then fairly level, through walnut and apricot
trees, until we come to the scattered village of Dhara
Pokhari which is divided by the Yakba Khola.
Day 05: Trek to Salli Khola (2700m):
Leaving our campsite, we cross a long scree slope and
follow the river to a waterfall near the shepherds'
camp at Chachera. We then climb over a ridge and bypass
the village of Kermi before entering a big valley with
walled fields of potato and buckwheat. After walking
through a sparse pine forest we descend from the ridge
to the Salli Khola and camp by the river.
Day 06: Trek to Muchu (2920m):
We cross the river and climb over a rocky ridge before
descending to the grey waters of the Humla Karnali.
After crossing another ridge we come to a sandy meadow
where goat herders often camp by the river. Beyond the
meadow the valley narrows and we cross several more
ridges, passing the villages of Yalbang and Yangar.
The trail then winds its way precariously above the
river before we cross a suspension bridge to the village
of Muchu.
Day 07: Rest day: Today
is a rest day which we'll spend in and around Muchu,
exploring the village with its stone houses and gompa.
Day 08: Trek to Sipsip (4330m):
From Muchu, we follow the trail over a ridge to the
Tumkot Khola and then walk along the rocky stream bed
for a short distance before beginning a steep climb
through a rock-filled gully. We pass through Palbang
and its bright yellow mustard fields to the small settlement
of Yari and beyond here the route climbs up the valley
towards a pass, the Nara Lagna. We camp below the pass
in a meadow known as Sipsip.
Day 09: Trek to Hilsa (3720m):
From Sipsip we ascend steeply to a rock cairn marking
the top of the Nara Lagna (4580m. Descending from the
pass, we have views of the Tibetan Plateau before arriving
at the village of Ranipauwa. Beyond here, we slip and
slide on a surface of loose pebbles down to the Humla
Karnali
Day 10: Trek and drive to Taklakot
(3930m): Shortly after crossing the Nepal/Tibet
border which is marked only by a stone pillar, we meet
our transport and drive via Khojar Nath ( Temple of
Rama, Saita and Laxman) Takla kot is the large trading
centre of west Nepal Tibet border.
Day 11: Rest day for acclimatize
Day 12 Holy-Manasarovara:
At 14950-ft/ 4558m. Today you will be sent to the highest
lake of fresh water with turquoise complexion in the
world is full of fishes and swans. Holy Kailash Parbat,
Mt. Gurula-Mandala, Lake Rashekshi are lying on its
surrounding. The region is considered rich for gold
and other mines, hot springs and hundreds of wild living
creatures. Night will be spending at Chu Gumba.
Day 13 Puja and drive to Tarchen
(14975ft) 40km: Manasarovara is the lake of
compassion, tranquility and bliss.
After completing the memorable morning
Bath and Puja we will be heading towards Tarchen. It
is considered as a base camp for the Holy Kailash Parikrama.
Day 14 Trek to Dehara Puk/5000m:
It is one of the exciting days walking along the beautiful
rocky cliffs; water falls with some clouds in the clear
blue sky make you feeling that Great God Shiva is every
where with tons of blessing to you. Time to time the
face of Kailash Parbat will be keep on appearing. For
15 km trail it takes almost 7 hrs.
Day 15 Hardest but Holiest day
of your pilgrimage Yatra with Dolma-La (pass) of 18600ft
between two valleys: Yamasthal should be crossed
to reach the Shiva-sthal while your steps go closer
to the pass. Once you reach the top, just do the holiest
offering and sit down for meditation to forget yourself.
Once your steps go down, Parvati-stal and Gauri Kunda
are on the way. By the late afternoon you will arrive
Zuthal Puk (the cave of Miracles. The great ascetic
Milerappa is supposed to have performed miracles here).
Day 16 End of Kailash Parikrama
and drive to Manasarovara: After walking 3
hours, all the driving crew will be waiting your arrival.
By the late afternoon you will be at your lodge/camp.
Day 17 Drive to Paryang
(277km) 7-8 hr.
Day 18 Drive Paryang to Saga (230km)
7-8 hrs
Day 19 Drive to Tingri 6-7 hr.
Day 20 Drive to Rongbok.
Day 21 Drive to Lhatse.
Day 22 Drive to Shigatse.
Day 23 Drive to Gyantse.
Day 24 Drive to Lhasa.
Day 25 Lhasa.
Day 26 Lhasa Sightseeing Tour
Day 27 Fly to Kathmandu
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