Holy Mount Kailash & Sacred Lake Mansarovar A JOURNEY TO THE HEAVEN

According the Srutis and Smirtis Mt. Kailash, The snow jewel crowning the roof of the world, is the most sacred and admired. Kailash is also known as Mt. Meru, the centre of cosmos, navel or the axis of Earth, Mt. Sumeru etc.

According to the Hindu Mythology Lord Siva resides on the summit of Kailash and is in constant meditation ensuring continuity of three aspects of the universe – creation, preservation and destruction. Thus Siva represents the Trinity – Brahma, Vishnu and Mahadeva. Kailash is Siva personified and he takes earthly form in Kailash. It is in the centre of the universe and the sun, the moon, the stars an all the higher and lower worlds regularly circumambulate round this centre, Kailash, unlike other mountains of the world, has distinct shape with features most peculiar and pious both outwardly and eternally that are not known anywhere else. Kailash rises like symmetrical domed rock temple covered with ice and snow. It is hence in the shape of lingam. It is said that Gyanganj (Siddha Bhumi), the Ultimate secret home for immortals, is situated in the region beyond Kailash. It is no wonder then that the holier than the holiest Kailash, which is the metaphysical representation of Lord Siva, is located near the land of Gynaganj, which is Mount Kailash.

GENERAL INFORMATION

KAILASH LOCATION	:	Western Tibet.
ALTITUDE	:	Kailash peak (6714m) above sea level.
BASE CAMP	:	Darchen (4700m) above Sea level.
CLIMATE	:	Unpredictable (Max 16 degree Celsius to Min. –10 degree Celsius).
BELIEFS	:	Hindu, Buddhist, Jain, Ban-Po (all AUM followers).
VISITING TIME	:	Late April to September.
PARIKRAMA of KAILASH	:	52 Km. {three days} - 40 Km. only by walk.
ALTITUDE OF MANAS	:	(4580m) above Sea level.
PARIKRAMA OF MANAS	:	102 Km. (one day by ECO - Vehicle).
ROUTE HIGHLIGHTS	:	Nepalgunj- Simikot – Hilsa – Mansarovar / Kailash – back same route.
TOTAL JOURNEY	:	From Nepal to Nepal is 08nights / 9days days.
CLOTHING	:	Heavy woolen and clothing meant for mountaineering.
STANDARD TIME	:	Tibet is 2:00 hours ahead than Nepal’s time.
CURRENCY	:	The unit of currency is the Renimbi or Yuan. A dollar equivalent 6.00 Yuan approximately.

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Helicopter is a suitable for those who want to complete this journey in a short duration. This holy journey starts from Nepalgunj to Simikot by scheduled flight and from Simikot to Hilsa by chartered Helicopter Service. From Hilsa; picked up by deluxe coach and transfer to Border Town of Tibet Taklakot/Purang and proceeds to Mansarovar and Kailash Parikrama on foot.

08 NIGHTS / 09 DAYS HELICOPTER ROUTE:
Day 01	:	Nepalgunj (168m):
		Drive from your convenient destination. Assemble in Nepalgunj at hotel and Overnight stay. (Nearest driving city in India is Luknow. One can take Indian Vehicle till Nepalgunj hotel).
		Hotel: Siddhartha or Similar.
		Meals: welcome drink and Dinner.
Day 02	:	Nepalgunj to Simikot (3000m):
		Early in the morning fly about 50 minutes to Simikot. Arrival received from airport and transfer to hotel. The day is for acclimatization, Simikot excursion and visit Shiva Temple.
		Hotel: Siddhartha or Similar.
		Meals: Welcome drink and Dinner.
Day 03	:	Simikot to Hilsa (3700m)/Purang (3800m):
		After break fly to Hilsa by chartered helicopter. Cross over the KarnalI River to Sher and drive to Purang. After lunch visit Khojarnath Monastery.
		Hotel: Taklakot or Similar.
		Meals:Brekfast, Lunch, Dinner & Tea/Coffee.
Day 04	:	Purang to Mansarovar (4580m):
		Drive to Lake Manasarovar with Parikrama (Kora) (circumambulation) of Lake. Perform first holy Dip & Pooja. Reach Chiu Gompa.
		Hotel: Hotel Lake View, Parmartha Ashram or Similar.
		Meals: Bed tea & breakfast at Purang, hotcase packed Lucnh while making Manasarovar Parikrama & Evening hot Dinner at Camp.
Day 05	:	Mansarovar to Darchen (4700m):
		Mornig is free for spritual performation; Puja Homa and excursion around sacret Lake Mansarovar. Drive to Darchen about an hour, check in to the guest house. Start trek to Asthapatha.
		Hotel:Darchen Guest house or Similar.
		Meals:Morning bed tea, breakfast and Lunch at Mansarovarg. Evening hot Dinner at Camp.
Day 06		Darchen to Driaphuk (4890m):
	:	This is first day of the Kailash Parikrama (Kora). Start after breakfast as earlier as possible, walk about 13 km within about 7 hours. One can ride personal horse.
		Hotel: Xisapangma Driaphuk, or Mud house.
		Meals: Bed tea and breakfast at Darchen, packed Lucnh with fruits and chocolates, Dinner at Driaphuk Camp with hot soup and energy drink.
Day 07		Driaphuk to Zuthulphuk (4790m):
	:	The day is to Pass Dolma-La (5,670m) above sea level. Weather will be unpredictabl, any time can change and start snow storm. So we try to start our journey as earlier as possible. Devine view of Gaurikund is on the way while decending from Dolma-La.
		Hotel: Zhuthulphuk Guesthouse.
		Meals: Bed tea & breakfast at Driaphuk, packed Lucnh with fruits, chocolates and cookies while trekking & Evening hot Dinner at Camp.
Day 08	:	Zuthulphuk to Hillsa:
		Trek about 2 to 3 hours to end the Parikrama (Kora) of Mount Kailash at Mani Wall. Proceed to Purang and time permitting cross over to Hilsa.
		Hotel: Purang Guest house or Hilsa Lodge.
		Meals: Bed tea & breakfast at Zhuthulphuk, hotcase packed Lunch & Evening hot Dinner at Camp.
Day 09	:	Hilsa to Simikot / Nepalgunj:
		Airlift by Helicopter to Simikot, fly to Nepalgunj. Check into the hotel.
		Hotel: Siddhartha or Snehal.
		Meals:Dinner and breakfast of next day.

TARIFF COSTS: (Using deluxe Coach in Tibet):

For Indian Passport Holders:	$ 1,050 USD + Rs.92,000 per person (using hotel Radisson at Kathmandu).
Other than Indian Passport Holder:	$ 550 USD per person additional.
Single Supplementary in Kathmandu & Nepalgunj:	Rs.4,000 per person extra.

Package cost Includes:

• 2 night stay at Nepalgunj with all measl in hotel Siddhartha or Hotel Sneha.
• Scheduled flight Nepalgunj – Simikot – Nepalgunj
• Charter helicopter flight share by 5-6 person Simikot – Hilsa - Simikot
• Double sharing hotel in Nepalgunj and 3 or 4paxs in Simikot and Tibet.
• Three meals in a day.
• Transport by deluxe coach as per group sizes /Truck for Luggage in Tibet.
• Nepali Team Leader and Supporting Sherpa Team and Medical Insurance of staffs.
• English speaking Tibetan guide, Chinese visa fee of Client and staff.
• Duffel Bag (a large bag to keep the yatris luggage for the trip) Down Jacket returnable after trip.
• All camping and cooking equipment .
• All entrance and conservation fee of Tibet.
• Upper Humla permit fee for client and Helicopter landing.
• Oxygen cylinder and first AID medicines.

Note: After the Mansarovar to Kailash; all the private vechiles are not allowed; So Chinese Eco Deluxe Buses are provided by the Tibet Tourism Company.

Package Cost Excludes:

• Airfare to reach Kathmandu and Back
• Emergency early exit fee and associated vehicle cost
• All types of beverages during the whole trip.
• Extra rooms bills due to flight delayes due to weather conditions.
• Stick and a water bottle.
• Insurance of clients and evacuation cost.
• Personal horse riding / personal porter charges during Kailash Parikrama
• Domestic excess baggage charges and airport taxes.
• Tips for supporting staffTips (We request you to kindly contribute Min Rs.1000 per head or 100Yuan)

Risk and Liabilities:

We will endeavor to make your journey smooth and as pleasant as possible. However the entire program in Tibet is conducted strictly under the rules and regulations of China Tibet Tourism Bureau. Therefore, Akka Adventures and its supporting and related organizations will not be responsible for any changes in the itineraries due to unavoidable circumstance such as Government restriction, land slide, road blockage, flood, snow, and Political unrest, cancellation of flight, delay, Delay due late permit and Visa, sickness or Accident. Any extra cost including there shall be borne by travelers themselves.

Documents required:

• Minimum six months valid passport
• 2 to 4 copies of passport size photographs.

Fitness:

This is not a trek or expedition but a tour; therefore no specific level of fitness is required. Anybody can join this Yatra if they think themselves fit and have strong willpower. People suffering from cardiac or respiratory problems should consult their doctor. Morning and evening walks, jogging, stretching, meditation and regular exercise make the journey comfortable for all.

Food and Beverage:

We will serve delicious Continental & Indian food; Breakfast and Dinner in Campsite served by Nepali trained staff. Packed lunch will be provided during daytime. We will serve Mineral Water for drinking purpose.

Clothing and Necessities:

As the temperature varies greatly between day and night (from max. 20 degrees Celsius to min. –10 degrees Celsius) one should prepare accordingly. We will give heavy duty down jackets.

Insurance:

Full travel, insurance coverage for medicine, Helicopter evacuation if incase of emergency, lost of belongs, and trip cancellation is strongly recommended. Akka Adventrues can arrange for Travel insurance at a minimal additional EXTRA cost.

Bring the following items with you:

Woolen gloves, Balaclava, Sun hat, Thermal wear, reusable Water bottle, Thermos if needed, Woolen socks, Towel, Light Jacket, Sunglasses, Sun cream, Torch with extra batteries/bulbs, Muffler, Mask, Raincoat, Sweater, Shirt/T-shirt & Trekking shoes.

Payment / cancellation policy:

• 50% advance while booking & 50% before 30days of travel. 100% payment 30 days before date of travel.
• All other bookings will carry
25% cancellation charges from day 1
50% cancellation charges if cancelled before 30 days
75% cancellation charges if cancelled before 15 days
No refund if cancelled less than15 days
• In case of cancellation, If airtickets have been booked by us, airfare cancellation fee will NOT be refunded, You, The Traveller has to bear the cancellation fee.
• If traveller CHANGES air ticket, the cost difference and rebooking cost will be yours!

Above rules are applicable as per the rules and regulation of China Tibet Tourism Bureau and (IPSC) Indian pilgrims service China.

ROUTE MAP :

Fixed Departure Date for 2016 (Kathmandu to Kathmandu)

Batch No.	Date From	Date To	Remark
01.	11 May 2016	20 May 2016
02.	17 May 2016	26 May 2016	Full Moon at Mansarovar
03.	22 May 2016	31 MAY 2016
04.	29 May 2016	07 June 2016
05.	04 June 2016	13 June 2016
06.	10 June 2016	19 June 2016
07.	16 June 2016	25 June 2016	Full Moon at Mansarovar
08.	22 June 2016	01 July 2016
09.	28 June 2016	07 July 2016
10.	04 July 2016	13 July 2016
11.	25 August 2016	03 September 2016
12.	31 August 2016	09 September 2016
13.	06 September 2016	15 September 2016
14.	12 September 2016	21 September 2016	Full Moon at Mansarovar