KAILASH FROM SIMIKOT

This extraordinary journey takes you through the hidden Humla valley in Nepal's western most frontiers and to Tibet's holy Mount Kailash and mythical Lake Manasarovar. To begin this pilgrimage we start by taking the flight to Simikot in Nepal's remote Humla District. From here our trek follows the ancient salt trading and pilgrimage route towards the Nara Langa pass and to the border trade post at Taklakot. We drive overland north past Gurla Mandata mountain to the shores of Lake Manasarovar and RakasTal Lake and on to Darchen situated at the foot of Mt. Kailash. This holy mountain is revered by Hindus, Buddhist, Jains and Bonpos as the center of the universe. Once there, we will make the 'kora' (holy-walk) trek of the mountain sharing the trail with other pilgrims that head for Kailash during the summer months. After completing this trek we will drive eastwards by jeeps along the mighty Yarlung Zangpo river and through the vastness of the Tibet Plateau. Enjoy fantastic mountain views of the Himalayas as we journey south towards the border town of Zangmu to re-enter Nepal at the Friendship Bridge. This exclusive journey is made for travelers in search of a cultural and spiritual odyssey amidst the splendor of the Himalayan mountain range.

Rigorous trekking, camping and overland driving through the remote and wild western Nepal and Tibet, from 2,745m (9,000ft) to 4,880m (16,000ft) and hiking to a maximum of 5600m (18,400ft). Fully supported trek with all camping equipment, English speaking guide. Overland travel in Tibet using Japanese 4-wheel drives jeeps backed by a truck carrying provisions and equipment. While trekking, clients carry a light day-pack only and walk at an easy pace, all equipment and luggage will be carried by porters/pack-animals.

Itinerary
Day 01 Upon arrival transfer to hotel/welcome dinner/hotel
Day 02 Day at leisure/hotel
Day 03 Fly to Nepaljung/hotel
Day 04 Fly to Simikot (2800m) and trek to Darapori
Day 05 Trek to Kermi (2690m)
Day 06 Trek to Yalbang (2890m)
Day 07 Yalbang / Tumkot (2850)
Day 08 Trek to Thadodunga (3900m)
Day 09 Trek to Sher and drive to Purang (3900m)
Day 10 Drive to Manasarovar Lake (4600m)
Day 11 leisure day at Manasorvar lake/camp
Day 12 Drive to Darchen/hotel or camp
Day 13 Drive to Darboche & Trek to Dira Puk (4775m)
Day 14 Trek over Dolma La to Zuthul Puk (4700m)
Day 15 Trek & Drive to Hor Qu (4560m)/Camp
Day 16 Drive Hor Qu to Mayumla Phedi (4500m) /Camp
Day 17 Drive Mayumla Phedi to New Dongba (4500m) /Camp
Day 18 Drive New Dongba to Yak Kharka (4675m) Camp
Day 19 Drive Yak Kharkha to Nyalam (3750m) /Camp
Day 20 Drive to Kathmandu (1300m)/hotel
Day 21 Day at Leisure/shopping day/dinner/hotel
Day 22 Drive to airport for return journey

Note: Extension of this tour to visit the ruins of the Guge Kingdom at Tsaparang & Tholing or Sishapangma Base Camp or Rongphu Monastery & North Everest Base Camp and/or onward journey to Lhasa is possible. Customized itineraries for private groups are available. Please contact us for details.