About Kailash Mansarovar
Mount Kailash (6,638 m) in Tibet is sacred to Hindus, Buddhists, Jains and Bon. The yatra combines a holy dip in Lake Mansarovar (4,590 m) with the 52 km parikrama over the Dolma La (5,630 m).
Kailash Mansarovar – Quick Facts
| Region | Tibet (China) |
|---|---|
| Altitude | Mansarovar 4,590 m; Dolma La 5,630 m |
| Routes | Nepal helicopter route; MEA yatra via Lipulekh / Nathu La |
| Season | May – September |
| Duration | 9 – 14 days |
Places to Visit in Kailash Mansarovar
- Lake Mansarovar
Holy lake for the dip and puja. - Rakshas Tal
Salt lake next to Mansarovar. - Yam Dwar & Darchen
Start of the parikrama. - Dirapuk
North face of Kailash. - Dolma La Pass
Highest point of the parikrama.
Best Time to Visit Kailash Mansarovar
- May – September: the yatra season
How to Reach Kailash Mansarovar
- Helicopter route: Lucknow – Nepalgunj – Simikot – Hilsa.
- MEA route: Government yatra via Lipulekh or Nathu La – by draw of lots.
Kailash Mansarovar Distance Chart
| Route | Distance | Drive time |
|---|---|---|
| Lucknow – Nepalgunj | 180 km | 5 hrs |
| Hilsa – Purang | 30 km | 1 hr |
| Purang – Mansarovar | 80 km | 2 hrs |
| Kailash parikrama | 52 km | 3 days |
Approximate road distances and times – mountain roads can take longer in snow or rain.
Kailash Mansarovar Travel Tips
- Day-by-day plan: Kailash parikrama trek itinerary.
- Walk 5 km daily for two months before.
- Permits for Indians depend on the Chinese side each year.
Entrance & Permit Fees in Kailash Mansarovar 2026
Permits
- Chinese group visa and Tibet travel permit are needed – included in our packages. Passport valid 6 months.
- Yatra permits for Indian passport holders depend on the Chinese side each year.
🎟️ Entrance fees (per person, paid at the gate or online)
| Place | 🇮🇳 Indian | 🌍 Foreigner |
|---|---|---|
| Mansarovar Holy Dippuja / havan samagri extra | Included | — |
| Kailash North Faceparikrama permit included | Included | — |
| Dolma La Pass | Included | — |
Fees as published for 2026 and can be revised by the authorities; "approx." rates are local / private and may differ. Children are usually free or half rate. Camera fees extra at some places.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can elderly people do Kailash?
Yes, on the Mansarovar & Kailash darshan package without the parikrama, with a medical certificate.
What is the best time to visit Kailash Mansarovar?
May – September: the yatra season.
How to reach Kailash Mansarovar?
Helicopter route – Lucknow – Nepalgunj – Simikot – Hilsa. MEA route – Government yatra via Lipulekh or Nathu La – by draw of lots.