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Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Helicopter from Nepal 2027

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Helicopter from Nepal 2027: route, day-wise plan, 2027 price from Rs 2,95,000, inclusions and booking help.

  • 12 days, 11 nights
  • Helicopter route from Kathmandu
  • Group tour
  • May to September 2027
Group tour from₹2,95,000 per person
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Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Helicopter from Nepal 2027

Overview

The Kailash Mansarovar yatra by helicopter from Nepal saves days of driving. You fly to Nepalgunj and Simikot, then take a helicopter to Hilsa on the Tibet border, and drive to Lake Mansarovar.

Our helicopter route from Kathmandu takes 12 days and starts at Rs 2,95,000. The helicopter and the flights are in the price.

Helicopters fly only in suitable weather, so we keep a buffer day. Keep one or two spare days after the yatra.

Prices start at the start point of the yatra. Tickets from your home city are not included, and we help you plan them.

12-day itinerary: helicopter route from kathmandu

Tap a day to read the details.
Day 1Arrive in Kathmandu

Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to your hotel. Meet the tour leader, hand over documents for the Tibet permit and attend the yatra briefing. Indian passport holders do not need a Nepal visa.

  • TravelAirport pickup
  • AltitudeAbout 1,400 m
  • OvernightHotel in Kathmandu
Day 2Kathmandu to Nepalgunj

Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj, in the western plains of Nepal, and check in to your hotel. Rest well before the early flight to Simikot.

  • TravelFlight
  • AltitudeAbout 150 m
  • OvernightHotel in Nepalgunj
Day 3Nepalgunj to Simikot, Hilsa and Purang

Fly to Simikot, then by helicopter to Hilsa on the border. Cross into Tibet, complete customs and immigration at Purang and check in. Flights depend on the weather.

  • TravelFlight and helicopter
  • AltitudeAbout 3,900 m at Purang
  • OvernightGuesthouse in Purang (Taklakot)
Day 4Purang to Lake Mansarovar

Drive past Lake Rakshas Tal to Lake Mansarovar. On a clear day you get your first view of Mount Kailash.

  • TravelBy road, about 4 to 5 hours
  • AltitudeAbout 4,590 m
  • OvernightGuesthouse by Lake Mansarovar
Day 5Holy dip at Mansarovar, drive to Darchen

Holy dip, puja and havan at the lake if the weather allows, then drive to Darchen, the base for the Kailash parikrama.

  • TravelBy road
  • AltitudeAbout 4,670 m at Darchen
  • OvernightGuesthouse in Darchen
Day 6Parikrama day 1: Yam Dwar to Dirapuk

Start the parikrama at Yam Dwar and walk to Dirapuk, with close views of the north face of Mount Kailash.

  • TravelTrek, about 12 km
  • AltitudeAbout 4,900 m
  • OvernightBasic lodge at Dirapuk
Day 7Parikrama day 2: Dirapuk, Dolma La and Zutulpuk

The longest and hardest day, across Dolma La, the highest point of the circuit, down to Zutulpuk.

  • TravelTrek, about 22 km
  • AltitudeDolma La about 5,630 m
  • OvernightBasic lodge at Zutulpuk
Day 8Parikrama day 3: Zutulpuk to Darchen, drive to Purang

Complete the parikrama and drive back to Purang.

  • TravelTrek about 10 km, then drive
  • AltitudeAbout 3,900 m
  • OvernightGuesthouse in Purang (Taklakot)
Day 9Purang to Hilsa and Simikot

Complete exit formalities, cross to Hilsa and fly by helicopter to Simikot.

  • TravelHelicopter
  • AltitudeAbout 2,900 m at Simikot
  • OvernightGuesthouse in Simikot
Day 10Simikot to Nepalgunj

Fly to Nepalgunj. This day doubles as a weather buffer.

  • TravelFlight
  • AltitudeAbout 150 m
  • OvernightHotel in Nepalgunj
Day 11Nepalgunj to Kathmandu

Fly back to Kathmandu, check in and rest. Optional shopping or a visit to Pashupatinath in the evening.

  • TravelFlight
  • AltitudeAbout 1,400 m
  • OvernightHotel in Kathmandu
Day 12Departure from Kathmandu

Transfer to the airport for your onward journey, with the blessings of Kailash and Mansarovar.

  • TravelAirport drop
  • OvernightHome

The programme can change because of weather, permits, flight or helicopter availability, and your group's health. The tour leader will keep you informed.

Route at a glance

DayStageHow you travel
Day 1Arrive in KathmanduAirport pickup
Day 2Kathmandu to NepalgunjFlight
Day 3Nepalgunj to Simikot, Hilsa and PurangFlight and helicopter
Day 4Purang to Lake MansarovarBy road, about 4 to 5 hours
Day 5Holy dip at Mansarovar, drive to DarchenBy road
Day 6Parikrama day 1: Yam Dwar to DirapukTrek, about 12 km
Day 7Parikrama day 2: Dirapuk, Dolma La and ZutulpukTrek, about 22 km
Day 8Parikrama day 3: Zutulpuk to Darchen, drive to PurangTrek about 10 km, then drive
Day 9Purang to Hilsa and SimikotHelicopter
Day 10Simikot to NepalgunjFlight
Day 11Nepalgunj to KathmanduFlight
Day 12Departure from KathmanduAirport drop

Price

Group tour from
₹2,95,000 per person
  • The price covers everything listed under Inclusions.
  • The final price depends on the departure date, group size and type of stay, so confirm it for your batch before booking.
  • Full moon (Purnima) batches can cost more and seats fill first.
  • Prices are market-based starting prices for 2027 and GST or TCS as applicable is extra.

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Price of all four routes, 2027

RouteDurationStarts fromPrice from, per person
Helicopter route from Lucknow10 days / 9 nightsLucknow₹2,75,000
Helicopter route from Kathmandu12 days / 11 nightsKathmandu₹2,95,000
Overland route via Kerung13 days / 12 nightsKathmandu₹2,30,000
Lhasa route15 days / 14 nightsKathmandu₹2,95,000

What is included and excluded

Inclusions

  • Airport pickup and drop in Kathmandu
  • Flights Kathmandu to Nepalgunj and back, Nepalgunj to Simikot and back, and helicopter Simikot to Hilsa and back
  • 11 nights on a sharing basis in hotels and guesthouses
  • Vegetarian breakfast, lunch and dinner during the tour
  • Chinese visa and Tibet permits for the group, as applicable
  • Vehicle, driver and Tibetan guide inside Tibet
  • Nepali or Indian tour leader with the group
  • Puja and havan at Lake Mansarovar
  • Oxygen cylinders and a first-aid kit with the group

Exclusions

  • Flights or trains to reach Kathmandu from your home city
  • Personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, drinks and snacks
  • Pony, yak or porter charges for the Kailash parikrama
  • Travel and medical insurance, including emergency evacuation
  • Extra cost from weather delays, flight changes or events beyond our control
  • Excess baggage charges on flights and helicopter
  • Tips for guides, drivers and porters
  • GST and TCS as applicable
  • Anything not listed under Inclusions

Photos

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Frequently asked questions

How much does Kailash Mansarovar Yatra cost from Nepal?

Starting prices in 2027 are about Rs 2,30,000 for the overland route via Kerung and Rs 2,75,000 for the 10-day helicopter route from Lucknow. The Kathmandu helicopter and Lhasa routes start from Rs 2,95,000 and Rs 2,95,000. The final price depends on the date, group size and stay.

Which route is the shortest?

The helicopter route from Lucknow is the shortest, at 10 days and 9 nights. It uses a flight to Simikot and a helicopter to Hilsa on the Nepal–Tibet border.

Do I need a passport?

Yes. You need a valid passport, passport-size photos and a medical fitness certificate. We arrange the Tibet permits for the group as part of the package.

When is the best time to go in 2027?

May to September. Full moon (Purnima) batches around 20 May, 19 June and 17 August are the most popular and fill first.

Is the helicopter safe in bad weather?

Hill flights in Nepal fly only in suitable weather. Delays of a day or two happen, so the itinerary has a buffer and you should keep one or two spare days after the yatra.

Is this the same as the government yatra?

No. The government yatra is run by the Ministry of External Affairs through Lipulekh and Nathu La, and you apply on kmy.gov.in. This is a private package through Nepal with fixed group departures.

Is the helicopter included in the price?

Yes. The Nepalgunj to Simikot flight and the Simikot to Hilsa helicopter are in the price of the helicopter packages.

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