Permits Information
Kailash Overland Tour starts from Kathmandu, travels through the recently opened Kerung Border, and enters China (Tibet). To perform the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra several permits are provided only to Kailash Tour Operators. It is not possible to get the permits without agency. Overall, the four different permits are essential for this Yatra. ie. Tibet Travel Permit, Chinese Group Permit, Alien Travel Permit, Military Permit. We need your passport copies a month prior to your departure to get your permits ready.
Booking Procedure for Indian Pilgrims
As soon as we confirm your Booking, we will send your documents to Tibet Travel Bureau (TTB). They will verify your documents and send them back to us as confirmation.
Booking documents Procedure for Kailash Overland Tour.
1. Clear Copy of your Passport with at least 6 months of Validity before your arrival date.
2. We will send you a Booking Form, please fill it up and agree to the Terms and Conditions.
3. You need to send your Original Passport to Delhi (Before 10 days of your Arrival).
4. You need to send us 25% of the Advance Amount for your Visa Process.
5. You will receive all the finalized documents in Kathmandu.
Please Note, Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is still not open for the Indian Pilgrims, We are waiting for the official decision, Get back to this page for the updated information.
Accommodation Facilities
Yolo Hike provides you with the best possible stay for your entire Journey. The lodging along the way is comfortable and friendly. We chose the best accommodation as we have been making a quality test trip to Kailash to arrange worthy travel for you.
Kathmandu: Three-Star Hotel Twin-Sharing
Sybrubesi: Best Available Guest House (Twin Sharing)
Kerung: Guest House (Twin/Triple/four Sharing) – Drometory Room
Saga: Three-Star Hotel (Twin Sharing)
Mansarovar: Guest House (Twin / Triple / Four Sharing) Drometory Room
Darchen: Three-Star Hotel (Twin Sharing)
Kora: Guest House (Twin/Triple/Four Sharing) Drometory Room
Meals and Minerals
We at Yolo Hike provides you with our own Kitchen Team during Yatra, they will cook healthy and most important pure vegetarian Breakfast, lunch, and dinner throughout your trip. Most of the dishes are simple Indian Dishes such as Khichdi, Dal Bhat, Roti and Curry etc. We also recommend bringing some extra food, if you love a different taste to your food you can carry your own seasoning. You can also carry items like chocolates, cookies, almonds, bhujiya, and canned goods, to provide variety to the dinner.
Bag Packing
We recommend that you pack clothing that can be adapted to changing weather conditions, as temperatures in Tibet can be rather extreme. It's also a good idea to bring some rain gear. We will offer you a duffel bag at a hotel in Kathmandu one day before you depart for the Kailash Yatra, in which you will need to repack vital goods for the journey, and your other suitcase and luggage will be held in the hotel throughout your adventure.
The following are some of the essential items for your Kailash Yatra: Sandals and walking boots (or trainers are OK), a Jacket that is waterproof and windproof. Sweatshirts, T-shirts, and at least one thick sweater are all recommended. Trousers/track pants, Shorts/skirts Underwear that keeps you warm, a Bottle for water, and Warm socks, especially woolen, are recommended. a torch with a spare set of batteries additional bootlaces, Sunglasses, Sunscreen, Medical supplies for personal use, sewing needles and threads, Towels, Pack for the day (for valuable items such as a camera, money, passport), Clothing rucksack, Down jackets (in Kathmandu, we may give these on a returnable basis). Please keep in mind that in the event of loss or damage, you will be responsible for the costs.) A warm, sun-protecting cap Gloves
Tibet's intense light – and high UV factor – necessitates the use of sunglasses as well as plenty of sunblocks. Because sunscreen is not readily accessible in Tibet, be sure to bring plenty of your own. For further protection, a brimmed hat is also recommended. If you have never packed your Bag before consider us to help will be easy access for your convenience. You might get an email on the Bag Packing procedure.
Tradition and Culture
Besides for Indians and Hindus, this region has been the final aim for pilgrims for thousands of years. For Jains, Buddhists, and Bon, it is the abode of the numerous Gods. Mount Kailash in Tibet is known as Tise (the peak) of Khang Rinpoche, standing at 6714 meters (Jewel of Snows). Mount Kailash is the home of Hindu God Shiva and his wife Devi for Hindus, and Tibetan God Demchong and his consort Dorje Phangmo for Tibetans.
According to mythology, Milarepa, a great Tibetan Yogi, and master of Tantric Buddhism fought Naro-Bonchung, a grandmaster of Bon, to show the superiority of Buddhism. Many competitions were held, but the most important was to see who could reach the summit of Mt Kailash first in the morning. Naro-Bonchung flew towards the mountain on his Damaru (ritual drum), only to be overtaken by Milarepa at the last moment. Naro-Bonching was so taken aback that he let go of his drum, which tumbled down the mountain, leaving a vertical scar on the south slope.
Precautions to follow
Most persons are affected to some extent by a lack of oxygen at high elevations (above 2,500 m). The human body needs time to establish physiological mechanisms to cope with the lower oxygen levels as altitude rises. Acclimatization is the term for this procedure. High altitude sickness necessitates the use of Diamox (Acetazolamide) tablets. Please visit your doctor for a prescription, since these tablets must be started three days prior to your arrival in Kathmandu. This medication must be taken for the duration of the trip. Those who are allergic to sulfa medicines can take Gingko Biloba, a natural supplement that can be purchased online.
During the trip, participants will be taught simple, yet effective, acclimatization techniques. Throughout the tour, the party will be accompanied by a competent doctor who is highly prepared to deal with high altitude sickness and other illnesses that may emerge. All necessary medications and equipment, including life-saving oxygen cylinders and Gamow bags, will be carried by the doctor.
First Aid Kit
You must carry a First Aid Kit during your Kailash Mansarovar journey, Diamox, aspirin, painkillers, Lip balm, Mustard, oil, Vaseline, Plasters, TCP, salt, mint, and Vicks for sore throats are all items you should have in your first aid kit or personal medical kit (average hiking kit for mild injuries/ our guide will also have).
If you have any other health issues, seek medical advice before changing your medicine to high altitude. there are never sure about the climates and how the weather changes, if you have never accomplished the temperatures before, altitude sickness can be a major issue for you so, having a First Aid Kit with you can be a partner in necessity. We also have medically trained and tested Guides who have high knowledge about the use of First Aid which helps you in an emergency.
Alternative Evacuation
The Chinese government has a fundamental regulation that everyone must enter and exit together. As a result, everyone should travel in a group. However, if one of the members becomes ill or has another problem while on the journey, he or she should be evacuated promptly because there is no hospital or medical assistance available. In this situation, we will have to organize additional services for which the evacuating passenger will be responsible. Every passenger is required to acquire travel/medical insurance to cover any unexpected expenses. Yolo Hike doesn’t sell any travel insurance so, make sure you have all the insurance.
