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The walking portion is approximately 42 km over three days.

The overall circuit is sometimes described as approximately 52 km when vehicle sections are included.

Dolma La Pass is approximately 5,630 meters (18,471 feet) above sea level.

It is the highest point of the standard Kailash Kora.

The standard itinerary described on this page takes 14 days from Kathmandu to Kathmandu.

Longer itineraries are available for travelers who want additional acclimatization, cultural sightseeing, or a Lhasa extension.

The operator’s current schedule includes planned Kailash Mansarovar departures for 2027.

However, actual operation remains subject to permits, border access, weather, government regulations, road conditions, and local operating decisions.

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The recent Devastating Kyirung / Rasuwa flood in Nepal definitely impacted the border area and Bhtoekhoshi River Valley and temporarily suspended the Kailash Mansarovar overland route. But Kailash tours using the other route Via Lhasa fly to Ali / purang or using the north route to Kailash are operating. Earthbound Expeditions may run 2 or 3 more trips in 2026 using the changed route for Kailash Mansarovar yatra.

Not all of Nepal is affected; only the Bhotekosi/Trishuli Valley is affected. All other areas of Nepal are normal, and all tours/hotels/airport roads are operating. We have 3 more border/porter options to go to Kailash Manasarovar: via Zhangmu/Naylam (entry/exit is temporarily suspended; entry/exit is ok), Korola border, and Simikot border.

Even after the Aug 26th flood, our group of 28 yatri, which was in Kailash, completed the yatra safely and returned home happy.

Here are some FB updates: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1EJZb87hsK/

And YouTube video updates: https://www.youtube.com/@earthboundexpeditions2263/shorts

From the recent Kailash Mansarovar yatra of 2026.

We will run the Kailash tour in 2027. Most likely, many Kailash Mansarovar tours will enter from China (e.g., Beijing or Chengdu) to Lhasa, then to Kailash, and exit via the Zhangmu / Naylam Kodari border to Kathmandu to do the Pashupatinath yatra, extend to Muktinath, and return to India from Nepal, or to the USA or Australia.

The possible route for Kailash Mansarovar yatra in 2027 by Earthbound Expeditions

• Kailash tour via Beijing to Lhasa and then to Saga and to Kailash Mansarovar even includes Everest Base Camp and then to Kathmandu, Nepal, via the Zhangmu border and then back to India or home. We have organized many Kailash trips using the above route. This is the safest, shortest, and most reasonable option.
• We can also do a Kailash tour via Zhangmu / Nyalam border, then to Saga, and then to Kailash, and back to Kathmandu or Lhasa
• Kailash Mansarovar tour via Kathmandu: fly to Lhasa and then drive the north or south route to Kailash and back via Zhangmu / Nyalam.
• Kailash Mansarovar tour via Kathmandu – Nepalgunj – Simikot – Hilsa Mansarovar Kailash and back via the same route or Zhangmu / Nyalam
• Kailash tour via Lhasa: fly to Ali / Purang airport and drive to Mansarovar Kailash and back via the same route, or via Zhangmu / Nyalam.

The 14-day overland tour to Kailash is the most reliable one, using the border Zhangmu / Nayalam to Saga, but we can customize the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra as per your needs for 2027.

Besides one border of Kyirung/Rasuwa, all other ports/borders are open between Nepal and China and safe for running Kailash tours. Inside Tibet/China, including Saga, Kailash, and Lhasa, all roads, hotels, and Infrastructure are safe and operating. In Nepal, besides the Bhotekosi/Trishuli Valley, all other tourist places and hiking trails are open and safe to operate.

Please check our Facebook page for regular updates, or call/email/WhatsApp us for updates.

The highest point is Dolma La Pass at around 5630 meters during the Kailash Parikrama.

The helicopter yatra generally costs between USD 4500 and USD 7000 depending on group size, accommodation, and services.

The yatra is considered challenging due to high altitude conditions and trekking sections such as the Kailash Parikrama, which crosses Dolma La Pass above 5600 meters.

Most tours take 18–20 days including travel from Kathmandu and the Mansarovar visit.

It is considered one of the most difficult Himalayan pilgrimages because of high altitude terrain, long trekking days, and remote conditions.

Inner Kailash Parikrama is a sacred pilgrimage route that takes pilgrims closer to Mount Kailash, visiting holy places like Astapad, Nandi Parvat, and Saptarishi Cave.

The best months are May to September, when weather conditions are stable and mountain passes remain open.

The journey typically takes around 13 days, including sightseeing in Lhasa, travel across Tibet, and the sacred Kailash Parikrama trek.

The tour typically takes around 16 days, including visits to Muktinath Temple in Nepal and the sacred Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar in Tibet.

Yes, many first-time pilgrims complete the trek, but preparation and acclimatization are necessary due to the high altitude.

The ideal season is May to September when the roads and mountain passes are accessible.

Travelers need a China visa, Tibet Travel Permit, and special Kailash region permits arranged by the tour operator.

Most itineraries take 14–15 days, including sightseeing in Lhasa and the pilgrimage around Mount Kailash.