VIP Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Private/Personal Helicopter
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra from Lucknow – Complete Route Map
Watch the full air journey from Lucknow to Kailash Mansarovar via scenic Himalayan routes.
Tour Overview
Craft unforgettable memories with your family and friends on this unique pilgrimage to Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar with TravelDukaan. Travel comfortably by helicopter, marveling at the breathtaking Himalayan scenery that unfolds beneath you. Experience the sacred power of Lake Manasarovar through a traditional parikrama and a holy dip. Witness the celestial abode of Lord Shiva, Mount Kailash, from Yama Dwar and share a profound spiritual connection with your loved ones. This comfortable and efficient itinerary allows you to focus on the journey together, making it a truly unforgettable adventure.
Kailash Yatra Dates 2026
By Bus
| # | Month | Departure Dates |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apr | 24 April 2026 |
| 2 | May | 12 May 2026 22 May 2026 |
| 3 | Jun | 10 Jun 2026 21 Jun 2026 |
| 4 | Jul | 05 Jul 2026 19 Jul 2026 | 5 | Aug | 18 Aug 2026 22 Aug 2026 | 6 | Sep | 02 Sep 2026 17 Sep 2026 |
By Helicopter
| # | Month | Departure Dates |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Apr | 25 April 2026 |
| 2 | May | 12 May 2026 25 May 2026 |
| 3 | Jun | 12 Jun 2026 24 Jun 2026 |
| 4 | Jul | 12 Jul 2026 23 Jul 2026 | 5 | Aug | 10 Aug 2026 22 Aug 2026 | 6 | Sep | 09 Sep 2026 23 Sep 2026 |
Tour Highlights
- Unforgettable Family Adventure with TravelDukaan: Embark on a spiritual adventure with TravelDukaan to Mount Kailash and Lake Manasarovar. Witness breathtaking Himalayas and create lasting memories.
- VIP Helicopter Comfort: Travel comfortably with TravelDukaan’s VIP helicopter tour. Relax in deluxe accommodations and enjoy delicious meals, focusing on the spiritual journey.
- Holy Lake Ceremony: Participate in a purifying parikrama around Lake Manasarovar and soak in the majestic views.
- Memorable Mount Kailash Darshan: Travel with TravelDukaan to Yama Dwar for an unforgettable darshan of Mount Kailash.
Tour Itinerary
Upon arrival in Lucknow airport, meet our representative & driver then drive to Nepalgunj by deluxe AC private Jeep which takes approx. 4 hours journey from Lucknow to Nepalgunj. Reach in Nepal-India border (Rupadiya), here it takes few minutes for immigration formalities then drive to Nepalgunj Hotel. Our tour leader will assist you to check into hotel and refresh. Evening, we will organize short briefing program & introduction with other yatris. Dinner & overnight at Hotel.
Overnight Hotel Kalptaru or Hotel Siddhartha Cottage (twin sharing room with attached bathroom)
- Lucknow to Nepalgunj: 4 to 5 hours drive
Early in the morning we have to check out from the hotel then drive to Nepalgunj airport for flight to Hilsa by charter helicopter. Hilsa is the border village of Nepal & Tibet. The chopper (helicopter) carries 5 passengers at a time and land it on Simikot where our tour representative will assist for Nepal immigration & customs. Then you will continue your Heli flight towards Hilsa, our Hilsa representative will receive you and help you to cross Nepal-Tibet border going through security & immigration checking formalities. You have to make short walk about 10 min to cross Nepal-Tibet Bridge over Karnali River. In other side at Tibet, you will be receive by our Tibetan guide & driver along with police security. Your visa, passport & luggage will be check then we will lead our journey ahead towards Taklakot (1hr) by deluxe van/jeep or bus depending upon our group size. Arrive in Taklakot city and you should once go through immigration & custom formalities in China side then check into hotel. Our supporting staff team will meet you in hotel and now onwards will be available for your service. Lunch will be ready in hotel so you can have lunch then check into room for rest. You will be inform for your dinner & short briefing program with staff introduction for evening. Overnight at Hotel
Overnight Hotel Himalaya or Hotel Purang (triple sharing room with attached bathroom)
- Nepalgunj to Simikot: 1 hour (by B2 (Euro copter) Helicopter with 5 seats)
- If the weather is not good in Simikot OR en route to Simikot, the flight will be canceled and need to stay back in Nepalgunj for next day retry.
- Simikot to Hilsa: 25 to 30 minutes by B2 (Euro copter) Helicopter with 5 seats
- Hilsa to Sher trek: 10 minutes
- Sher to Taklakot drive: 1 hour
In the morning, you will have breakfast and after police security come into our hotel at around 09.30 am, we will move our eternal journey towards Holy Lake Manasarovar with our Nepali leader & Tibetan guide. Today you will be doing complete parikrama of Lake Manasarovar. Our vehicle will stop at one of good location where you can take the holy dip in Manasarovar & worship at the beach of Manasarovar Lake. You will also able to see beautiful Lake Rakshas Tal & Gurla Mandata Mountain while you are making Lake Parikrama. Then your journey will retrace back to Purang highway but you will visit Enroute Yamadwar via Darchen. You will have lunch in Darchen at one of hotel, meal cook and serve by our staff. You will have the nearest view of south face of Mt. Kailash from Yama Dwar (Sherson). Yama Dwar is the base camp to start Kailash Kora for 3 days. You will visit Yama Dwar with three times kora around it and have blissful darshan of Mt. Kailash (abode of Shiva), we will return back to Taklakot for overnight stay at Hotel. You will have wonderful dinner today prepare & serve by our staff team.
Overnight Hotel Himalaya or Hotel Purang (triple sharing room with attached bathroom)
- Taklakot to Lake Manasarovar drive: 2 hours
- The distance of Manasarovar circumambulation: 72 km / 3 hrs
- Lake Manasarovar to Darchen – 45 minutes drive
- Darchen to Yama Dwar: 30 minutes drive
- Yama Dwar to Taklakot: 2.5 hrs drive
Morning after breakfast, Tibetan guide will assist for police security arrangement and immigration formalities in Taklakot town. After completion of customs, our staff team will see off you and you will drive back to Sher, the border at Tibet side. As before, you will be receive by our Hilsa representative and you should make short walk to cross bridge and reach at Helipad. Our representative will help you to ride Helicopter from Hilsa to Simikot and you should make few minutes immigration formalities then again continue your helicopter charter flight to Nepalgunj. Arrival in Nepalgunj, meet our representative who will help you for the transport arrangement to transfer Lucknow at hotel or airport or station by private deluxe vehicle.
Overnight on your own in Lucknow
- Taklakot to Sher drive: 1 hr
- Sher to Hilsa trek: 10 min
- Hilsa to Simikot: 25 to 30 minutes flight by Helicopter
- Simikot to Nepalgunj: 1 hour flight by helicopter
- Nepalgunj to Lucknow: 4 – 5 hours by drive
Tour Finished !!
Package Inclusions
- Airport welcome with Rudraksha Maala at Lucknow or Nepalgung Hotel
- Hawan in Manasarovar by our own pujari & Charan Sparsh Darshan
- Free Yatra Completion Certificate for Subsidy
- Free Yatra kit with Duffel bag, backpack and passport pouch, Puja kit, Silver Belpatra
- Lucknow to Nepalgunj pickup and drop by private vehicle as per group size
- Freshly cooked 3 vegetarian meals a day. Mineral water. Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner including Jain Foods, Gujarati, South Indian, and other Indian menus
- Return airfare Nepalgunj-Simikot – Hilsa. (includes airport taxes)
- All necessary permits, Tibet/China Group Visa, entrance fees for the entire Trip as per our itinerary
- TIBET BUS with supporting truck
- 1 Hindi Speaking company tour Leader
- 1 English Speaking China Guide
- Staff ratio service: 5 yatris equals to 1 staff
- Yaks with yak men for carrying kitchen equipment’s & food during the Kora
- Medical kit – first aid medicine, oxygen cylinder & mask, diamox tablets, Oxymeter, BP Machine
- 1 Night Hotel Kalpatru (3 star) or Hotel Central Plaza or similar at Nepalgunj.
- 2 Night Himalaya (4 star) or Hotel Purang or similar in Purang
- 2 Night Paramartha Guesthouse or similar (Dormitory) at Manasarovar
- 1 Night Shishapangma or Wongda Guesthouse at Diraphuk
- 1 Night Zuthulphuk Guesthouse
- 1 Night Extra at Potala Guesthouse + Hotel Sansui or similar at Darchen (3/4 sharing Room)
Package Exclusions
- Flight/Train tickets to Kathmandu/Lucknow Return
- Extra charges for Extra extra nights in Nepalgunj, Simikot and Hilsa if aircraft and helicopters do not fly in time or cancel due to bad weather or being more crowds of yatris.
- If need Ponies for riding upon for Kailash Kora, early request to our guide is necessary and the cost will be borne by guest on the spot. Beware of the possible risk being thrown out by the ponies.
- Any expenses of personal nature such as travel insurance, drinks, laundry, telephone / fax calls, porters or arranging additional transportation.
- Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities ( landslides, floods), flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes, evacuation costs etc.
- Services other than specified.
Physical Fitness Requirements
While the Adi Kailash Yatra from Dharchula is vehicle-supported (no multi-day trekking), pilgrims should be prepared for:
- Altitudes up to 3,750 meters (12,300 ft) at Gaurikund viewpoint
- Short walks (1–2 km) on uneven terrain at Parvati Sarovar & Nabhidhang
- Sudden temperature drops (even in summer)
We recommend:
- Light cardio exercise 3 weeks prior
- Hydration & Diamox (consult doctor) for altitude sensitivity
Our itinerary includes built-in rest stops at Napalchu (2,900m) for safe acclimatization
Altitude Sickness Information
Altitude sickness (AMS) is a serious concern as the route reaches elevations above 5,600m. Understanding symptoms and prevention is vital.
- Symptoms: headache, nausea, dizziness, and shortness of breath.
- Acclimatization stops are built into the itinerary — do not skip them.
- Stay hydrated and avoid alcohol at high altitude.
- Diamox may be prescribed — consult your doctor before the trip.
Visa & Permit Information
As of January 2026, all pilgrims undertaking the Adi Kailash Yatra from Dharchula must obtain an Inner Line Permit (ILP) issued by the District Magistrate Office in Pithoragarh. Travel Dukaan handles end-to-end processing—no police verification needed for Indian citizens if applied 15+ days in advance. Required documents:
- Valid Govt. ID (Aadhaar, Voter ID, or Passport)
- 2 passport-sized photos
- Completed ILP form (we provide)
Seasonal Insights & Weather Data
He ideal window for Adi Kailash Yatra 2026 is May 15 to October 15, when mountain roads are clear and daytime temperatures range from 8°C to 22°C.
- May–June: Clear skies, blooming rhododendrons; ideal for photography.
- July–August: Monsoon brings landslides—avoid unless traveling with expert-guided groups (like ours with alternate routes).
- September–October: Post-monsoon clarity; crisp air and stable trails—peak pilgrimage season.
Avoid November–April: Heavy snow blocks Nabi–Kalapani road; ILP issuance halts.
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