Mt. Kailash Parikrama
15,060 ft
15,060 ft
14 Days
Journey of a Lifetime
Journey of a Lifetime
A Journey to the Center of the Universe: Kailash Mansarovar Parikrama 2026 The Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is the ultimate spiritual pilgrimage to the sacred abode of Lord Shiva. As you perform the holy Kailash Parikrama and dip into the divine Lake Mansarovar, the chaos of the world dissolves into an inner identity shift. This high-altitude transformational journey will test your resilience, rewarding you with profound peace and a deeper connection to the Adiyogi. 2026 is a rare Year of the Horse, the most auspicious time in 60 years for this once-in-a-lifetime awakening. Don't just dream of the Mahakumbh of the Himalayas answer the spiritual longing and make this life-changing reality yours today. अब नहीं तो कब?
Beyond Boundaries
Why this Parikrama?
Sacred Spiritual Significance
A deeply revered journey around Mount Kailash, believed to cleanse and transform from within.
Sacred Spiritual Significance
A deeply revered journey around Mount Kailash, believed to cleanse and transform from within.
Transformational Journey
More than a trek, it challenges your limits while offering clarity, reflection, and inner strength.
Transformational Journey
More than a trek, it challenges your limits while offering clarity, reflection, and inner strength.
Raw Himalayan Landscapes
Vast valleys, high passes, and the serene beauty of Lake Mansarovar create an unforgettable setting.
Raw Himalayan Landscapes
Vast valleys, high passes, and the serene beauty of Lake Mansarovar create an unforgettable setting.
Rare & Exclusive Experience
2026: The Year of the Horse. A rare cosmic alignment where one step equals thirteen. Join our Elite Batch to secure your place in this once-in-a-60-year Fire Horse pilgrimage—the ultimate fast-track to spiritual awakening.
Rare & Exclusive Experience
2026: The Year of the Horse. A rare cosmic alignment where one step equals thirteen. Join our Elite Batch to secure your place in this once-in-a-60-year Fire Horse pilgrimage—the ultimate fast-track to spiritual awakening.
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Mt. Kailash Parikrama
14 Days - Spiritual Calling
17,000 ft
8000 km
2026
2027
May
Aug
Sep
Tue
26
Mt. Kailash Parikrama
14 Days - Spiritual Calling
17,000 ft
8000 km
Journey
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Welcome to Kathmandu
1,400 m / 4,600 ft
Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, where the Sagarmatha Explorers team warmly welcomes you to the beginning of your Mount Kailash journey.
In the evening, attend the expedition briefing and gear check with our lead guide as you prepare for the sacred adventure ahead.
Welcome to Kathmandu
1,400 m / 4,600 ft
Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, where the Sagarmatha Explorers team warmly welcomes you to the beginning of your Mount Kailash journey.
In the evening, attend the expedition briefing and gear check with our lead guide as you prepare for the sacred adventure ahead.
Welcome to Kathmandu
1,400 m / 4,600 ft
Arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu, where the Sagarmatha Explorers team warmly welcomes you to the beginning of your Mount Kailash journey.
In the evening, attend the expedition briefing and gear check with our lead guide as you prepare for the sacred adventure ahead.
Kathmandu Preparation & Pilgrimage
The day unfolds with sacred visits and quiet moments of reflection across the city. Later, you return for final briefing and readiness for the journey ahead. Sightseeing tour to Pashupatinath temple, Boudhanath stupa and Budhanilakanth temple. Return to hotel, lunch, briefing about the yatra and preparation for yatra. Overnight stay at hotel.
Kathmandu Preparation & Pilgrimage
The day unfolds with sacred visits and quiet moments of reflection across the city. Later, you return for final briefing and readiness for the journey ahead. Sightseeing tour to Pashupatinath temple, Boudhanath stupa and Budhanilakanth temple. Return to hotel, lunch, briefing about the yatra and preparation for yatra. Overnight stay at hotel.
Kathmandu Preparation & Pilgrimage
The day unfolds with sacred visits and quiet moments of reflection across the city. Later, you return for final briefing and readiness for the journey ahead. Sightseeing tour to Pashupatinath temple, Boudhanath stupa and Budhanilakanth temple. Return to hotel, lunch, briefing about the yatra and preparation for yatra. Overnight stay at hotel.
Drive to Timure
160 km
~2,700 m / 8,858 ft
~8 hours
You leave the city behind, driving through changing landscapes toward the border town of Timure. By evening, you arrive and settle in, feeling the journey truly begin.
Drive to Timure
160 km
~2,700 m / 8,858 ft
~8 hours
You leave the city behind, driving through changing landscapes toward the border town of Timure. By evening, you arrive and settle in, feeling the journey truly begin.
Drive to Timure
160 km
~2,700 m / 8,858 ft
~8 hours
You leave the city behind, driving through changing landscapes toward the border town of Timure. By evening, you arrive and settle in, feeling the journey truly begin.
Drive to Kyrung
35 km
~2,700 m / $8,858 ft
~1 hour
Crossing into Tibet, the landscape shifts dramatically as you enter a new terrain. A short drive brings you to Kyrung, where you rest and acclimatize.
Drive to Kyrung
35 km
~2,700 m / $8,858 ft
~1 hour
Crossing into Tibet, the landscape shifts dramatically as you enter a new terrain. A short drive brings you to Kyrung, where you rest and acclimatize.
Drive to Kyrung
35 km
~2,700 m / $8,858 ft
~1 hour
Crossing into Tibet, the landscape shifts dramatically as you enter a new terrain. A short drive brings you to Kyrung, where you rest and acclimatize.
Drive to Saga
105 km
~4,450 m / 14,599 ft
~4–5 hours
The journey deepens as you drive across vast plains and alongside the Brahmaputra River. You arrive in Saga, now feeling the altitude and the scale of the expedition.
Drive to Saga
105 km
~4,450 m / 14,599 ft
~4–5 hours
The journey deepens as you drive across vast plains and alongside the Brahmaputra River. You arrive in Saga, now feeling the altitude and the scale of the expedition.
Drive to Saga
105 km
~4,450 m / 14,599 ft
~4–5 hours
The journey deepens as you drive across vast plains and alongside the Brahmaputra River. You arrive in Saga, now feeling the altitude and the scale of the expedition.
Acclimatization in Saga
~4,450 m / 14,599 ft
A slower day allows your body to adjust to the altitude. You take short walks and rest, preparing for higher elevations ahead.
Acclimatization in Saga
~4,450 m / 14,599 ft
A slower day allows your body to adjust to the altitude. You take short walks and rest, preparing for higher elevations ahead.
Acclimatization in Saga
~4,450 m / 14,599 ft
A slower day allows your body to adjust to the altitude. You take short walks and rest, preparing for higher elevations ahead.
Drive to Mansarovar
480 km
~4,490 m / 15,060 ft
~7–8 hours
You arrive at the sacred Lake Mansarovar, where rituals and reflection take center stage. As night falls, the lake glows under moonlight, a deeply peaceful experience
Drive to Mansarovar
480 km
~4,490 m / 15,060 ft
~7–8 hours
You arrive at the sacred Lake Mansarovar, where rituals and reflection take center stage. As night falls, the lake glows under moonlight, a deeply peaceful experience
Drive to Mansarovar
480 km
~4,490 m / 15,060 ft
~7–8 hours
You arrive at the sacred Lake Mansarovar, where rituals and reflection take center stage. As night falls, the lake glows under moonlight, a deeply peaceful experience
Drive to Darchen
30 km
~4,490 m / 15,060 ft
~1 hour
A short drive brings you to Darchen, the base for the Kailash journey. You rest and prepare for the sacred trek beginning tomorrow. Participants who are not doing Parikrama can return to Darchen from Yamadwar.
Drive to Darchen
30 km
~4,490 m / 15,060 ft
~1 hour
A short drive brings you to Darchen, the base for the Kailash journey. You rest and prepare for the sacred trek beginning tomorrow. Participants who are not doing Parikrama can return to Darchen from Yamadwar.
Drive to Darchen
30 km
~4,490 m / 15,060 ft
~1 hour
A short drive brings you to Darchen, the base for the Kailash journey. You rest and prepare for the sacred trek beginning tomorrow. Participants who are not doing Parikrama can return to Darchen from Yamadwar.
Trek to Dirapuk
13 km
4,760m
The trek begins from Yamdwar, marking the spiritual start of the journey. Walking steadily, you reach Dirapuk with your first close view of Mount Kailash.
Trek to Dirapuk
13 km
4,760m
The trek begins from Yamdwar, marking the spiritual start of the journey. Walking steadily, you reach Dirapuk with your first close view of Mount Kailash.
Trek to Dirapuk
13 km
4,760m
The trek begins from Yamdwar, marking the spiritual start of the journey. Walking steadily, you reach Dirapuk with your first close view of Mount Kailash.
Trek to Zuthulphuk via Dolma La
22 km
5,630m
~6-8 hours
The most challenging day takes you across Dolma La Pass, the highest point of the journey. After a long descent past Gauri Kund, you reach Zuthulphuk to rest.
Trek to Zuthulphuk via Dolma La
22 km
5,630m
~6-8 hours
The most challenging day takes you across Dolma La Pass, the highest point of the journey. After a long descent past Gauri Kund, you reach Zuthulphuk to rest.
Trek to Zuthulphuk via Dolma La
22 km
5,630m
~6-8 hours
The most challenging day takes you across Dolma La Pass, the highest point of the journey. After a long descent past Gauri Kund, you reach Zuthulphuk to rest.
Trek End & Drive to Paryang/Saga
14 km
4,640m
You complete the final stretch of the trek and return to Darchen. From here you will reunite with the group, and continue onward to Paryang/Saga.
Trek End & Drive to Paryang/Saga
14 km
4,640m
You complete the final stretch of the trek and return to Darchen. From here you will reunite with the group, and continue onward to Paryang/Saga.
Trek End & Drive to Paryang/Saga
14 km
4,640m
You complete the final stretch of the trek and return to Darchen. From here you will reunite with the group, and continue onward to Paryang/Saga.
Drive to Kyrung
310 km
2,700m
~6 hours
The return journey continues through vast landscapes back toward Kyrung. You descend in altitude and settle in for a restful evening.
Drive to Kyrung
310 km
2,700m
~6 hours
The return journey continues through vast landscapes back toward Kyrung. You descend in altitude and settle in for a restful evening.
Drive to Kyrung
310 km
2,700m
~6 hours
The return journey continues through vast landscapes back toward Kyrung. You descend in altitude and settle in for a restful evening.
Drive to Kathmandu
160 km
1,400m
~7 hours
Crossing back into Nepal, you retrace your path toward Kathmandu. By evening, you arrive back where it all began now transformed.
Drive to Kathmandu
160 km
1,400m
~7 hours
Crossing back into Nepal, you retrace your path toward Kathmandu. By evening, you arrive back where it all began now transformed.
Drive to Kathmandu
160 km
1,400m
~7 hours
Crossing back into Nepal, you retrace your path toward Kathmandu. By evening, you arrive back where it all began now transformed.
Departure
You begin the day with Pashupatinath Temple, offering prayers and taking a quiet moment to reflect on your journey.Soon after, you prepare for departure, leaving with a sense of calm, gratitude, and memories that stay with you.
Departure
You begin the day with Pashupatinath Temple, offering prayers and taking a quiet moment to reflect on your journey.Soon after, you prepare for departure, leaving with a sense of calm, gratitude, and memories that stay with you.
Departure
You begin the day with Pashupatinath Temple, offering prayers and taking a quiet moment to reflect on your journey.Soon after, you prepare for departure, leaving with a sense of calm, gratitude, and memories that stay with you.
Pricing
Parikrama Packages
Elite
₹ 1,31,000 + $ 1750
Indian Passport Holders
$ 3,599
Foreign Passport Holders
All-Inclusive • Stress-Free • Fully Supported
All taxes, permits & visa
Fitness preparation
Accommodation & all meals
5 star hotel stay
Summit guide & support team
Complete logistics with medical support
Elite
₹ 1,31,000 + $ 1750
Indian Passport Holders
$ 3,599
Foreign Passport Holders
All-Inclusive • Stress-Free • Fully Supported
All taxes, permits & visa
Fitness preparation
Accommodation & all meals
5 star hotel stay
Summit guide & support team
Complete logistics with medical support
Premium
₹ 1,11,000 + $ 1750
Indian Passport Holders
$ 3,333
Foreign Passport Holders
All-Inclusive • Stress-Free • Fully Supported
All taxes, permits & visa
Fitness preparation
Accommodation & all meals
4 star hotel stay
Summit guide & support team
Complete logistics with medical support
Premium
₹ 1,11,000 + $ 1750
Indian Passport Holders
$ 3,333
Foreign Passport Holders
All-Inclusive • Stress-Free • Fully Supported
All taxes, permits & visa
Fitness preparation
Accommodation & all meals
4 star hotel stay
Summit guide & support team
Complete logistics with medical support
Custom
Customized
Every detail can be customized to your needs
Custom Journeys Beyond Limits
Flexible Dates
Private / Small Group Options
Tailored Acclimatization Plan
Premium Stay Upgrades
Personalized Support & Preparation
Custom
Customized
Every detail can be customized to your needs
Custom Journeys Beyond Limits
Flexible Dates
Private / Small Group Options
Tailored Acclimatization Plan
Premium Stay Upgrades
Personalized Support & Preparation
Plan & Pricing
All You Need To Know
What's Included
What's not Included
Payment Schedule
Cancellation Policy
Equipment List
Important Notes
Big Mountain Fitness Program
3 Months of Personal Fitness & Nutrition Guidance
Taxes, Visa & Permits
All kind of local and government TAX
All required Tibet visa, permits, and border charges are included (Nepal visa not required for Indian nationals)
Overland Travel
Seamless transportation including Kathmandu airport transfers, visit to Pashupatinath Temple, and comfortable deluxe coach travel from Kathmandu through Tibet to Lake Mansarovar and back to Kathmandu.
Accommodation
Shared accommodation throughout the journey, including comfortable stays across Tibet and Kathmandu using hotels, guesthouses, and transit accommodations.
3 nights in Kathmandu
9 nights accommodation in Tibet/China with hotel, guesthouse, or camping stay arrangements
Twin-sharing basis in Kathmandu
Basic dormitory/shared stay during parikrama days
Staff and Support Team
Experienced expedition leadership and licensed English-speaking Tibetan guide
Complete staff support, logistics coordination, and operational assistance throughout the journey
Team staff insurance and support management
Meals and Water
Nutritious vegetarian meals served daily throughout the journey
Safe mineral/boiled drinking water provided
Strict no-alcohol policy before and during the parikrama
Equipment and Gear
Returnable Sleeping Bag & Down Jacket
Complimentary Duffle Bag
Health and Safety
First aid support throughout the journey/parikrama.
Emergency oxygen cylinder support
Rescue coordination and emergency assistance support
Mt Kailash Parikrama Completion Certificate
What's Included
What's not Included
Payment Schedule
Cancellation Policy
Equipment List
Important Notes
Big Mountain Fitness Program
3 Months of Personal Fitness & Nutrition Guidance
Taxes, Visa & Permits
All kind of local and government TAX
All required Tibet visa, permits, and border charges are included (Nepal visa not required for Indian nationals)
Overland Travel
Seamless transportation including Kathmandu airport transfers, visit to Pashupatinath Temple, and comfortable deluxe coach travel from Kathmandu through Tibet to Lake Mansarovar and back to Kathmandu.
Accommodation
Shared accommodation throughout the journey, including comfortable stays across Tibet and Kathmandu using hotels, guesthouses, and transit accommodations.
3 nights in Kathmandu
9 nights accommodation in Tibet/China with hotel, guesthouse, or camping stay arrangements
Twin-sharing basis in Kathmandu
Basic dormitory/shared stay during parikrama days
Staff and Support Team
Experienced expedition leadership and licensed English-speaking Tibetan guide
Complete staff support, logistics coordination, and operational assistance throughout the journey
Team staff insurance and support management
Meals and Water
Nutritious vegetarian meals served daily throughout the journey
Safe mineral/boiled drinking water provided
Strict no-alcohol policy before and during the parikrama
Equipment and Gear
Returnable Sleeping Bag & Down Jacket
Complimentary Duffle Bag
Health and Safety
First aid support throughout the journey/parikrama.
Emergency oxygen cylinder support
Rescue coordination and emergency assistance support
Mt Kailash Parikrama Completion Certificate
Testimonials
Voices from the Mountains
This was my third expedition with Sagarmatha Explorers, and once again, it was a truly unforgettable experience. Shreekant made the journey feel seamless, fun-filled, and masterfully managed. I especially loved the freedom of experiencing this Kailash pilgrimage as a solo traveler. Sagarmatha continues to be the only team I trust to turn these dreams into reality
Sonal Deshmukh
EBC Trek • Mt Kilimanjaro • MtKailash | 2022 | 2024 | 2026
This was my third expedition with Sagarmatha Explorers, and once again, it was a truly unforgettable experience. Shreekant made the journey feel seamless, fun-filled, and masterfully managed. I especially loved the freedom of experiencing this Kailash pilgrimage as a solo traveler. Sagarmatha continues to be the only team I trust to turn these dreams into reality
Sonal Deshmukh
EBC Trek • Mt Kilimanjaro • MtKailash | 2022 | 2024 | 2026
As a first-time visitor to a high-altitude destination, the structured preparation and guidance from Team Sagarmatha gave me the confidence to make the journey not only comfortable but truly enjoyable. This was a memorable experience that proved one thing: professional preparation makes all the difference.
Dr Shraddha Bhange
Mt Kailash • May 2026
As a first-time visitor to a high-altitude destination, the structured preparation and guidance from Team Sagarmatha gave me the confidence to make the journey not only comfortable but truly enjoyable. This was a memorable experience that proved one thing: professional preparation makes all the difference.
Dr Shraddha Bhange
Mt Kailash • May 2026
Kailash Mansarovar had been a lifelong dream for me, and traveling solo made choosing the right group even more important. With Sagarmatha Explorers and Shreekant’s support and guidance, the journey felt comfortable, well managed, and truly memorable — turning a long-awaited dream into reality.
Sona Newar
Mt Kailash • May 2026
Kailash Mansarovar had been a lifelong dream for me, and traveling solo made choosing the right group even more important. With Sagarmatha Explorers and Shreekant’s support and guidance, the journey felt comfortable, well managed, and truly memorable — turning a long-awaited dream into reality.
Sona Newar
Mt Kailash • May 2026
We enrolled our family of five for the Mt. Kailash expedition including my mother (67) and father-in-law (66) and the experience was nothing short of extraordinary. Despite managing complex diabetic requirements, our founder-led expedition with Shreekant Dhumale provided the structured guidance and medical awareness that kept our entire family perfectly supported at every altitude. We returned with lifetime memories, knowing we were in the hands of the most professional team in the mountains
Gajanan Mundada
Mt Kailash • 2026
We enrolled our family of five for the Mt. Kailash expedition including my mother (67) and father-in-law (66) and the experience was nothing short of extraordinary. Despite managing complex diabetic requirements, our founder-led expedition with Shreekant Dhumale provided the structured guidance and medical awareness that kept our entire family perfectly supported at every altitude. We returned with lifetime memories, knowing we were in the hands of the most professional team in the mountains
Gajanan Mundada
Mt Kailash • 2026
After my solo Kilimanjaro climb with Sagarmatha Explorers, enrolling for Mt. Kailash was an easy choice. From expert fitness preparation to flawless, safe, and premium guidance, they turned my dream into a reality. Choosing Sagarmatha was the best decision for an expedition that challenged my limits and expanded my spirit.
Grace Agarwal
Mt Kilimanjaro • Mt Kailash • 2025 | 2026
After my solo Kilimanjaro climb with Sagarmatha Explorers, enrolling for Mt. Kailash was an easy choice. From expert fitness preparation to flawless, safe, and premium guidance, they turned my dream into a reality. Choosing Sagarmatha was the best decision for an expedition that challenged my limits and expanded my spirit.
Grace Agarwal
Mt Kilimanjaro • Mt Kailash • 2025 | 2026
After an incredible EBC journey, I returned to Sagarmatha Explorers for our Mt. Kailash pilgrimage without hesitation. Shreekant Dhumale and his team once again delivered a flawless, expertly managed experience. Sagarmatha is our only choice for these life-changing adventures—they make the impossible feel achievable.
Amarja Belorkar
EBC Trek • Mt Kailash • May 2025 | May 2026
After an incredible EBC journey, I returned to Sagarmatha Explorers for our Mt. Kailash pilgrimage without hesitation. Shreekant Dhumale and his team once again delivered a flawless, expertly managed experience. Sagarmatha is our only choice for these life-changing adventures—they make the impossible feel achievable.
Amarja Belorkar
EBC Trek • Mt Kailash • May 2025 | May 2026
This was my third expedition with Sagarmatha Explorers, and once again, it was a truly unforgettable experience. Shreekant made the journey feel seamless, fun-filled, and masterfully managed. I especially loved the freedom of experiencing this Kailash pilgrimage as a solo traveler. Sagarmatha continues to be the only team I trust to turn these dreams into reality
Sonal Deshmukh
EBC Trek • Mt Kilimanjaro • MtKailash | 2022 | 2024 | 2026
I always dreamed of seeing Everest, and at 75, Sagarmatha Explorers helped me stand at Base Camp. The team’s focus on safety and physical preparation gave me the confidence I needed to succeed. They don't just lead treks; they make the impossible possible.
Dr. Sharayu Ghole | Age 75
EBC Trek • Mar 2026
After my solo Kilimanjaro climb with Sagarmatha Explorers, enrolling for Mt. Kailash was an easy choice. From expert fitness preparation to flawless, safe, and premium guidance, they turned my dream into a reality. Choosing Sagarmatha was the best decision for an expedition that challenged my limits and expanded my spirit.
Grace Agarwal
Mt Kilimanjaro • Mt Kailash • 2025 | 2026
As a first-time visitor to a high-altitude destination, the structured preparation and guidance from Team Sagarmatha gave me the confidence to make the journey not only comfortable but truly enjoyable. This was a memorable experience that proved one thing: professional preparation makes all the difference.
Dr Shraddha Bhange
Mt Kailash • May 2026
We enrolled our family of five for the Mt. Kailash expedition including my mother (67) and father-in-law (66) and the experience was nothing short of extraordinary. Despite managing complex diabetic requirements, our founder-led expedition with Shreekant Dhumale provided the structured guidance and medical awareness that kept our entire family perfectly supported at every altitude. We returned with lifetime memories, knowing we were in the hands of the most professional team in the mountains
Gajanan Mundada
Mt Kailash • 2026
The Everest Base Camp journey was life-changing. Five months of preparation under Shreekant’s guidance prepared us for every challenge. We returned stronger, closer, and with memories for a lifetime.
Dr. Shilps & Abhilash Rathore
EBC Trek • Oct 2022
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