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Kailash Mansarovar Helicopter 2026 Tour from Kathmandu

An ultimate pilgrimage in Himalayas to find inner peace

Kailash Mansarovar's trekking tour in the remote Himalayas through Nepal to Tibet is an ultimate pilgrimage and a lifetime spiritual adventure to experience at least once in a lifetime. Kailash Mansarovar yatra by helicopter is an 11-day’ long trip starting from the capital city of Kathmandu in Nepal and taking the pilgrims to Burang region by fixed-wing aircraft and helicopter from Nepalgunj via Simikot and Hilsa. The helicopter trip to Kailash Mansarovar is considered to be one of the quickest routes to visit this holy land. We offer an 11-day helicopter tour to Kailash Mansarovar from Kathmandu, 09 09-day Kailash Mansarovar Helicopter yatra from Lucknow, and Nepalgunj. For the VIP guests, we also have the facilities for providing 03 to 06 days trips to holy Lake Mansarovar and Mt. Kailash, without Kora (Parikrama). While Heli trips are the fastest way to visit Kailash, it is to be considered that this route and all Kailash trekking trips by helicopter are completely dependent on weather conditions, which change very frequently. In order to undertake a trip to Kailash Mansarovar and attempt/complete the 42 km’ long Kora of holy Mount Kailash, one needs to be fit both physically and mentally. A mind with faith in the lord and a body with tolerance ability for tough climatic conditions can perform this challenging trip and bring back home sweet memories and beautiful images of the lord in their heart and eyes. Book your seat today in one of our fixed departure groups or ask our experts to design a private group travel for you.

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Itinerary

  • Day 01 : Arrive Kathmandu (1,345m)

    Upon your arrival at Kathmandu’s Tribhuvan International Airport, you will witness our tour representative expecting you there. After greeting you well, he will assist your transfer to the pre-booked accommodation in Kathmandu. Check into your hotel, and then you are free to spend your day at leisure while acclimatizing your body to Kathmandu’s climatic conditions. Enjoy the delicious dinner and overnight stay at Kathmandu Hotel.

  • Day 02 : Kathmandu Sightseeing and fly to Nepalgunj(152m) 1 Hour Flight

    This morning, once done with the luscious breakfast, it’s time for you to head towards the sightseeing tour of Kathmandu that includes the exploration of Pashupatinath Temple as well as the Budhanilkantha Temple (also recognized as Sleeping Vishnu). On completing this tour, you will fly towards Nepalgunj through an hour's flight from the domestic airport. Arrive at Nepalgunj, check into your pre-booked hotel, and then be a part of our briefing session along with your group mates. Dinner in the hotel. Overnight at Nepalgunj.

  • Day 03 : Fly Nepalgunj – Simikot (3224m) / Hilsa(3640m)

    Start your day with an assisted transfer to Nepalgunj’s airport, from where you will board a flight to reach Simikot.

    Note: The flights operating between Nepalgunj and Simikot totally depend on the prevalent weather conditions, and thus, in case the weather continues, your flight shall be delayed. However, if this is not the case, we will fly towards Simikot in the morning.

    Stay overnight at your hotel/guesthouse in Simikot on a sharing basis.

    Meals : Veg Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

  • Day 04 : Fly by helicopter from Simikot (3224m) to Hilsa (3640m) 25 Minutes heli ride. Drive to Taklakot – (3890m)

    Today, you need to wake up early in the morning since we will check out from the hotel at around 06:30 am to be ferried to Hilsa through a scenic helicopter ride. On reaching Hilsa, complete some immigration formalities and then enter Tibet. Board a vehicle from there to take you to your pre-booked accommodation at Taklakot. Stay overnight at your hotel in Taklakot.

  • Day 05 : Taklakot – Day free to acclimatize(3890m)

    Enjoy some delectable breakfast and then spend your whole day at leisure to acclimatize your body to the climatic conditions at Taklakot. However, you can participate in some short treks organized by Max Holidays in the afternoon to prepare for the Kailash trek starting the next day. Stay overnight at your hotel in Taklakot.

  • Day 06 : Drive Taklakot to Lake Manasarovar (4599m) - 90 kms / 2hours drive

    Surely, this day will be the most memorable one since you will have the first view or first Darshan of holy Mount Kailash and Manasarovar Lake. Firstly, have a tasty breakfast and then start a two-hour drive towards Lake Manasarovar from Taklakot. Arrive at Lake Manasarovar, check into the hotel/lodge/guesthouse, take some holy dips, and perform the religious Puja accompanied by the Parikrama (circumambulation) of Lake Manasarovar. Once done, stay overnight at your accommodation located near Lake Manasarovar.

  • Day 07 : Drive to Yam Dwar via Darchen (4731m). Start Mt. Kailash outer kora first day to Dirapukh (4909m) – 12 kms / 5-6 hours

    Get ready to have the closest view of Holy Mount Kailash as you drive towards Yam Dwar today. Complete your breakfast and then arrive at Yam Dwar through a drive of 90 minutes. Yam Dwar is considered to be the commencement point of your Kora, and from there, you will start your 12 km trek towards Dirapuk (4909m). The participants will be staying overnight at Dirapuk.

    Note: Those pilgrims who do not want to participate in this trek can return to Darchen at their accommodation and wait for other group mates for two days there.

  • Day 08 : Dirapukh to Zuthulpukh (4790m) 22 kms trek/10 hours via Dolma-La Pass (5630m/18,471 feet – highest point of trip)

    Today’s trek is considered to be the most difficult one. Once done with the tasty breakfast, start your trek towards Zuthulphuk. Firstly, you are going to trek up to an elevation of 19000ft and reach the highest point of this trek, i.e., the Dolma La Pass, and then continue descending towards Gauri Kund. On reaching Gauri Kund, your trek would become flatter as we trek along the river to Zuthulphuk. On your arrival at Zuthulphuk, stay overnight at a lodge there.

  • Day 09 : Drive to Taklakot (2-3 hours trek and 3-4 hours’ drive to Taklakot)

    Today is the last day of our trekking. Have some breakfast and then indulge in a short trek of about 2-3 hours. You will then be boarding a vehicle that shall drop you at Taklakot via Darchen and Manasarovar. Stay overnight at your accommodation in Taklakot.

  • Day 10 : Taklakot to Kathmandu via Simikot & Nepalgunj

    Start a scenic drive towards Hilsa once you have completed your breakfast. Reach Hilsa, complete some custom formalities there, and then board a helicopter in order to arrive at Simikot, from where you will get a flight towards Nepalgunj. From Nepalgunj, fly towards Kathmandu by taking a connecting flight from Nepalgunj. Stay overnight at your pre-booked hotel in Kathmandu.

  • Day 11 : Transfer to Kathmandu Airport

    This day marks the end of your Kailash Manasarovar Helicopter Yatra. Enjoy breakfast and then get an assisted transfer to Kathmandu’s Airport for flying back home/onward destination.

What’s Included

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Air conditioned vehicle for airport transfer.

10 nights in hotels / guest house / dormitory style

10 Breakfasts, 09 Lunches, 10 Dinners

Visa and permit fee charges.

All ground transport for sightseeing trips

Expert tour guides for sightseeing tours.

Kathmandu sightseeing, Mount Kailash & Lake Manasarovar Darshan, Trekking

International flights are not included.

Please carry a valid travel insurance.

Monument and museum tickets.

Any kind of personal expenses/bills.

Govt of India GST @ 5%

Trip Cost

NATIONALITY COST OTHER CHARGES
India Travellers INR 295,000 Chinese Visa - Included in package
Tibet Permit - Included in package
Nepal Visa - Not required
Travel Insurance - Not Included
Non Indian Travellers US$ 4170 Chinese Visa - Included in package
Tibet Permit - Included in package
Nepal Visa - Payable on Arrival
Travel Insurance - Not Included
USA & Canadian Travellers US$ 4360 Chinese Visa - Included in package
Tibet Permit - Included in package
Nepal Visa - Payable on Arrival
Travel Insurance - Not Included

Important Remark

It is to be noted only small guest houses or hotels are available near Lake Mansarovar and during the parikrama of Mt. Kailash. Accommodation will be on sharing basis with other pilgrims on twin, triple or multi sharing basis depending on the room availability.

Trip Dates

TRAVEL MONTH START DATE END DATE BOOKING
May'2026 08th May 18th May BOOK YOUR SEAT
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Trip Reviews

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Dr. Roopal Patel | Mumbai India

10 Aug 2025 हर हर महादेव 🙏 🔱

Max Holidays 🙏 my deepest gratitude for making my divine journey to KAILASH possible. It was fun filled and adventurous! I had made my initial payment to Max Holidays in Nov 2022 and since then I had been just waiting for this day 🙏 Finally now, when my journey is complete my heart is filled with gratitude and immense joy. There were ups and downs in the tour but what I remember and what I take away with me are just the beautiful memories and the friends that I made on this journey. Vidushi had been patiently answering to all my questions even when I lost my temper at times. Kailash Yatra was something I had been waiting for so so long and this was made possible with the help of Max Holidays. I am filled with immense joy, gratitude and beautiful memories are engraved on my heart forever. Thank u Max Holidays 🙏 for making my dream come true.

Om Namah Shivaya 🙏
Love & Light 💕
Dr. Roopal Patel
  • 5.0

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Dharini Lava | Kerala India

21 Jul 2025

Hi Vidushi ,
With the grace of the Mahadev , the much awaited Kailash Manasarovar Yatra has finally been fulfilled and i stil can’t believe it !
It was such a wonderful spiritual experience , a soulful journey and divine grace and the forms that the Mahadev revealed from the Kailash is unexplainable. And during this trip was overwhelmed to connect so instantaneously with like minded pure souls .
Thank you for organising a great Yatra , providing us with the best that you could under the limited conditions prevailing there . However there are aspects that you can improve on and I shall email the suggestions directly to you .
Our gratitude to Sangam , Namhla , Jeevan and all your support staff who were extremely helpful and patient with us .

We are rather fortunate that most of us from our group were able go by the schedule as planned . Thank you Max , for organising such a blissful trip. Har Har Mahadev🙏

  • 5.0
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Prakash Bhaskar | Chennai India

30 Jul 2025

I recently completed my Kailash Manasarovar Yatra with Max Holidays, and it was a truly life-changing and spiritual experience. The team managed permits, visas, and logistics very smoothly, which made the entire journey stress-free. Our guides and support staff were knowledgeable, caring, and ensured safety and comfort throughout, even during the challenging high-altitude trek.

Accommodation and food in some remote areas were basic, but given the tough terrain, the arrangements were well handled. Long travel days were tiring at times, yet the staff’s constant support and encouragement made the journey easier.

Overall, Max Holidays delivered an excellent experience and created the right balance between spiritual focus and practical arrangements. I would strongly recommend them to anyone planning this sacred pilgrimage.

Note - It's my personnel request, while returning back to Nepalgunj would have been organized with lunch or snacks before leaving to Lucknow. Otherwise you have made a fantastic arrangement.

  • 4.3
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Prakash Bhaskar | Chennai India

30 Jul 2025

I recently completed my Kailash Manasarovar Yatra with Max Holidays, and it was a truly life-changing and spiritual experience. The team managed permits, visas, and logistics very smoothly, which made the entire journey stress-free. Our guides and support staff were knowledgeable, caring, and ensured safety and comfort throughout, even during the challenging high-altitude trek.

Accommodation and food in some remote areas were basic, but given the tough terrain, the arrangements were well handled. Long travel days were tiring at times, yet the staff’s constant support and encouragement made the journey easier.

Overall, Max Holidays delivered an excellent experience and created the right balance between spiritual focus and practical arrangements. I would strongly recommend them to anyone planning this sacred pilgrimage.

Note - It's my personnel request, while returning back to Nepalgunj would have been organized with lunch or snacks before leaving to Lucknow. Otherwise you have made a fantastic arrangement.

  • 4.3

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Vineetha Anand | Karnataka India

01 Sep 2025

We did Kailash Yatra through max holidays this July.It was a very divine experience .As the Yatra has begun after a few years it’s difficult for everyone involved ,but sakshi was patient enough to answer our queries .After being on the tour we realised most of the things are difficult to manage in those regions including permits,visas ,food and travel itself .A special mention to our Nepali guide especially Dhan n Narayanji ..u were patient with us all through the journey.We had a lovely Darshan and a great Parikrama .Not thee perfect arrangements by max holidays but now we know better after completing it..it’s not about perfection but the joy of the journey that it was .. one to cherish lifelong .Thank you max holidays.

  • 4.0
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Sunil Vishwakarma | Dubai UAE

01 Sep 2025

I had the blessing to undertake the Shri Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2025 with my wife and a close friend through Max Holidays in the month of Shravan. It was a truly spiritual and unforgettable journey.

The arrangements were smooth—travel, accommodation, meals, and safety checks were well managed. Of course, there were some challenges on the way, but we were well informed about them in advance, and they are naturally part of this sacred journey.

A heartfelt thanks to Nimisha and Sakshi from Max Holidays for their wonderful support and constant guidance, which made the experience far more comfortable and memorable.

Overall, it was a life-changing Yatra, and I would strongly recommend Max Holidays to anyone planning this divine pilgrimage.

  • 5.0

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Trip Highlights

Kailash Mansarovar Helicopter Tour from Kathmandu

Travel Style

Active

Duration

11 Days

From
₹295,000
per person on group sharing
6 reviews
Start Point

Kathmandu

End Point

Kathmandu

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