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Mount Kailash (Kangrinpoche) Situated western part of Tibet, has been considered sacred by Buddhists. Hindus, Jains & Bompons for thousands of year. For the Hindus and Buddhists it is the centre of the Universe. A pilgrimage to the mountain and round it is such a supreme goal for the faithful. It is easy to understand how pilgrimage, walking overland for weeks or months, feels they are really approaching the centre of the universe since ancient times. Mt. Kailash has been revered as the source of four of the great rivers of Asia, fuelled by the waters of near by holy lake Manasarovar-Indus, Bramaputra (Tsangpo), Karnali (The sacred Ganges). Which have their Sources within Sixty miles of the Mountain. One can go to this Centre or universe joining our group or make separately tours/treks.
05 August 2007 Day 01 Kathmandu (1300m.) arrival Pick up from the airport & Drive to Hotel
06 August 2007 Day 02: Kathmandu
Morning: breakfast/ guided tour of Kathmandu holy sites including Pashupatinath, Boudanath and Soyambhunath. Back to hotel for lunch. Afternoon: final preparation for Kailash tours. Personal gear and equipment will be checked by guide.
07 August 2007 Day 03 Drive Kath. To Zhangmu/Nyalam (3700m) 175 Km /9 hrs. Over Night at Guesthouse:
Journey begins at 5:30 AM. Breakfast in hotel, the road follows the river valleys of the Sunkosi and Bhotakosi passing through green hills and cliffs. By the afternoon we get to the Tibetan boarder in Tatopani. Depending on the road conditions, we may stay in Zhangmu. If road condition where good than we will continue 30km to Nyalam.
08 August 2007 Day 04 Rest day for acclimatization Over Night at Guesthouse
Nyalam (3700m) this day gives us a chance to rest and acclimatize to the high altitude. It is important to stay hydrated and extremely aware of your body’s physical condition.
09 August 2007 Day 05: Drive to Saga (4200m) 232km / 8 hrs. Over Night at Guesthouse / Camp
The road climbs up to the La Lung La pass (5124m) then drops down before heading western part of Tibet. Road to east goes to Lhasa, capital city of Tibet. Our road goes to west past to Tibet and the driving is difficult, but the stunning views of the Himalayas and in particular Shisha Pangma (8012m) and other tiny mountain more than make up for the rough travel. By late afternoon we will cross the Bhramaputra River and a quick drive will bring us to Saga. Over night will be camp or lodge.
10 August 2007 Day 06: Drive to Paryang (4500m) 285 km / 8 hrs. Over Night at Guesthouse / Camp
Our Japanese jeeps and trucks roll through the gigantic valleys following the various rivers through the grazing lands of yaks, sheep and mountain goats. The landscape is highlighted by snow capped mountain peaks rising out of the distant sand dunes. Depending on the season, many Tibetan nomads and traders in traditional dress will inhabit this area.
11 August 2007 Day 07: Drive to Lake Manasarovar (400m) 298km / 9 hrs. Over Camp
This is the longest driving day of the trip to mountain Kailash and Manasarovar Lake in Tibet. By late afternoon the drive through the green pastures and huge valleys gives way to the first sighting of Mt Kailash and Lake Manasarovar. We will drive to Thogu holiest bathing gate of Manas.
12 August 2007 Day 08: Drive to Tarboche (4600m) 65Kms. Over night camping
Lake Manasarovar (4500m) is regarded as the most holy of all of Tibet’s many lakes. According to Hindu and Buddhist cosmology the four great rivers of the Indian sub-continent, the Brahmaputra, Ganges, and Indus all arise from the lake. It is said that Lord Vishnu floated in it for an perpetuity, dreaming, until the life force stirred, and out of the water’s infinite potential sprang forth all of creation. This day offers a wonderful opportunity to see the great lake Manasarover with Mountain Gurula Mandhata (7728m) on south and mount Holy Kailash on the north. After bath and Puja drive to Darchen and Tarboche and overnight camping (Saga Dawa Festival 2007)
13 August 2007 Day 09 trek to Dirapuk (4800m) Over Night at Camp
Starting trekking around Kailash begins at Tarboche. As we make our way along the route we pass numerous chortens as well as the sky burial site of the 84 Mahasiddas. We will also have wonderful views of cascading creeks, streaming water falls and the mighty west face of mount Kailash. We will pass the Chukku Gompa and 5 hrs later arrive at the Dirapuk Gompa where we will set up camp for the over night. Total hiking for the day will be 15 km 7 hrs.
14 August 2007 Day 10: Trek to Zutulpuk Gompa (4790m) Over Night at Camp
Today is the hardest part but holiest day of the pilgrimage trip in round Kailash, we will cross through a rocky expanse dotted with stone cairns draped with the clothes offered by pilgrims as a spiritual sign of death. Gaurikunda (lake) is one of the holiest sites to view/ visit from the top. Further hiking brings us to the accent up to Dormala-La pass (5630m). After a nice break at the top of the pass we will head down the steep trail to our eventual campsite at Zutul-Puk Monastery (the cave of miracles where Milarepa meditated) Total hiking for the day will be 18 km 8 hrs
15 August 2007 Trek to Darchen and drive to Manasarovar Over Night at Camp
Trek to Tangsar Tangmar and drive to Manasarovar Hor a 3 hrs walk brings us to where the river emerges onto the Borkha plain. Our jeeps will be waiting to transport us to our camp at Lake Mansarovar.
16 August 2007 Day 11: Trek to Darchen and drive to Manasarovar over Night at Camp
Trek to Darchen and drive to Manasarovar. Today is end of round mountain Kailash trek. Our jeeps will be waiting to transport us to our camp at Lake Mansarovar.
17 August 2007 Day 12: Drive to Paryang
18 August 2007 Day 13: Drive to Saga
19 August 2007 Day 14: Drive to Nyalam
20 August 2007 Day 15: Drive to Kathmandu
21 August 2007 Day 16: Final departure
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per person US $1600.00
per person INR 70,000
Single Supplement: USD 150 per person for NRI and INR 6500 per person for
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IMPORTANT PRE-DEPARTURE INFORMATION:
Clothing:
Casual wears and comfortable walking shoes are the comfortable of Tibet. Be sure to bring warm clothing as nights and early mornings can be quite cold. Indian Pilgrims strictly no Sari. Bring all the film, medicine, cosmetics, personal toilet items etc. that you will need from home as these are difficult if not impossible to obtain on the way. A small first aid kit is also a good idea. Also quite useful is a route map, to know where you are going and have been each day.
What to take:
Winter wear: Gore-Tex material, though expensive, is highly recommended. Down jacket, raincoat or windbreakers, thermal under wears, Jackets, warm trousers & woolen shirts (cotton will also do), warm sweaters, woolen gloves, sun hat, comfortable shoes, light leather boots in case of snow, woolen balaclava ('monkey cap') & scarf/dust mask to protect your eyes & nose from dust as well as enough cold cream. We will provide you down jacket and you can bring extra if you willing to take with you.
Bring with you:
Snacks along the way. Chocolates, dry fruit, toffees, glucose; 'Namkeen' etc. Strong water bottle & water purifying tablets. Personal medical kit and Diamox tablet (for high altitude). Sun glasses (to protect your eyes from UV, which is especially strong in high altitudes). Sun block or sun screen lotion, wet tissues (Fresh-ones are excellent to wipe off the dust), clothes-line/clips, needle & thread, deo-spray (handy for smelly boots/feet and for a round of spray in the toilet tent!), toilet paper, torch & spare batteries, daypack (small shoulder bag), Camera & films, Binocular.
Health:
This is one of the toughest high altitude road journeys on earth. You Must be physically fit - no two ways about that. Generally patients with asthma & heart problems have a problem acclimatizing to high altitudes. In your interests it is essential you should be examined by your doctor to know about your health condition and your ability to cope up with the rigors of high altitude travel for days in 'no road' conditions, extreme cold, dust, trekking to an altitude of 19,500ft during the Parikrama, etc.
Altitude Sickness:
As you are traveling over high terrain, you are likely to experience symptoms and discomfort of altitude sickness (headache, loss of appetite, nausea, exhaustion, sleeplessness, breathlessness etc.) until your body adjusts to the elevation. This can take a couple of days or more depending on an individual. For this reason alone, we have made it mandatory to stay 2 nights at Nyelam (12,000ft) and a night in Simikot those who take journey of Helicopter before moving on to the higher altitudes. Drink plenty of water, be calm, and do not exercise. Do not drink alcohol or smoke prior to and during the tour. We also recommend you carry a strip of diamox tablets. Do consult your physician on the dosage. We provide Gamow bag (a special equipment to prevent sickness from high altitude) on this tour.
Risks & Liability:
Monterosa Treks and Expedition Pvt. Ltd and its associates will put every effort to make your journey smooth and pleasant. However, all the tours in Tibet are conduct strictly under the rules & regulation of Tibet Tourism Bureau (TTB). Therefore, Monterosa Treks and Expedition Pvt. Ltd and its counterpart shall not be responsible for any change and alteration in the program due to unavoidable circumstances such as landslide, road blockage, flood, snow, political unrest, and cancellation of flight, delay arrival, sickness or accidents. Any extra cost incurred thereof shall be borne by the clients on the spot.