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The twin destinations – Mount Kailash and the calm waters of The Lake Manasarovar, considered the most sacred and revered pilgrimage for Hindus, Jains and Buddhists – lie in the southwestern part of Tibet. According to legend, you have to be called by the divine to perform The Holy Kailash Manasarovar Yatra. The first Heli Yatra was experimented in The Year 2000 and over the years we have improved in infrastructure and have launched fixed Heli departures for Year 2011.
We are pleased to inform that we are the ONLY Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Operator having our associated chain of hotels / guest houses / Fixed Camps at Prayang, Mansarovar and Dirapuk which no other operator has. Now we are also setting up Fixed Luxury Tents in Zuthulpuk.
AS PER RECENT REGULATIONS, PILGRIMS ABOVE 70 YRS. ARE NOT ALLOWED TO UNDERTAKE KAILASH YATRA.
Why to visit Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lhasa?
• Your half of the stay is in most luxurious hotels.
• There is hardly any back-tracking as you enter via Lhasa and exit via Kodari.
• Your energy remains conserved till you reach Mansarovar because the road via Lhasa is metallic (most of the way).
• You can see Tibet also - the land of Dalai Lama.
• While flying kathmandu / Lhasa, you can have ariel view of Mount Everest (weather permitting)
Neelkanth Tours & Travels advantages during Kailash Yatra:
- The only Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Tour Operator to have its associated guest houses / hotels / fixed camps in Prayang / Mansarovar, Dirapuk and Zuthulpuk hence guaranteed comfort.
- Services of an accompanying experienced Nepalese escort through out Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Land Cruiser.
- Pure vegetarian meals prepared by our expert chefs well experienced in cooking Gujarati, North and South Indian cuisine - ample variety during meals (except during Kailash parikarma).
- Gemow bag / medical oxygen cylinders / first aid kit during Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Land Cruiser.
- Down jacket on returnable basis to all pilgrims.
- Duffel bag to each pilgrim.
- Yatra completion certificate to all successful pilgrims who undertake the Holy Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Jeep
- ZERO casualty record since its inception - the best in the industry on Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Land cruisers / Jeeps from Nepal side as well!
The tour cost for Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lhasa for 2011 is as below:
Indian Passport Holders:
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Foreign Passport Holders / NRIs:
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(Twin sharing / single occupancy will only be applicable in Kathmandu, Lhasa, Shigatse, Lhatse and Zhangmu only whereas at all other places, dormitory / twin / triple sharing accommodation would be provided)
The above cost for Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lhasa for 2011 includes:
- Airport / Hotel / Airport transfers in Kathmandu and Lhasa as applicable.
- Three nights accommodation on twin sharing basis at 4* Hotel in Kathmandu (Soaltee Crowne Plaza / Gokarna Golf and Spa Resort with daily breakfast, lunch and dinner (pure vegetarian).
- Three nights accommodation on sharing basis in Lhasa at Hotel Brahamputra / Hotel Lhasa (North / South Wing) with attached toilet facility.
- One night accommodation on sharing basis in Shiagtse at Hotel Shigatse with attached toilet facility.
- One night accommodation on sharing basis in Lhatse at Hotel Shanghai with attached toilet facility.
- Two night accommodation in New Hotel Saga or equivalent on sharing basis in Saga with attached toilet facility.
- Two night accommodation in Prayang Parmarth Guest House on sharing basis in Prayang with common toilet facility.
- One night accommodation at Parmarth Chui Gompa Guest House (basic guest house) at Mansarovar without toilet / shower facility.
- One night accommodation in basic guest house (New Hotel Darchen) in Darchen without toilet / shower facility.
- One night accommodation at Dirapuk Hotel (best available hotel / guest house) at Dirapuk without toilet / shower facility.
- One night accommodation at Zuthulpuk in tented camps (fixed / movable) without toilet / shower facility.
- One night accommodation on sharing basis in Zhangmu at Hotel Zhangmu with attached toilet facility.
- Camping arrangement backed by Nepalese Sherpa crew on full board basis – except inside Nepal, all the meals in Lhasa, Shigatse and Shanghai would be provided in local restaurants however breakfast shall be served in respective hotels and from Saga and onwards meals shall be cooked and provided by our Sherpa staff – all meals through out the Kailash Mansarovar via Lhasa Tour shall be pure vegetarian.
- Services of an English speaking Nepalese team leader and an English speaking Tibetan guide from Lhasa Airport onwards.
- Transportation inside Lhasa by a private coach however Lhasa onwards by Deluxe 4500 CC Japanese Land Cruiser (4 pax per land cruiser).
- One half day sightseeing tour of Kathmandu valley.
- Transportation Tibet Border (Kodari) / Kathmandu by a Non A/c Coach.
- Hiring charge of Sleeping Bags.
- A support truck to carry food / camping equipments etc. from Saga onwards.
- Necessary Yak & Yak men to carry your luggage (one piece per person only) for Kailash Kora
- Applicable entrance fees to visit Monasteries.
- Normal Tibet Entry Visa fee.
- One duffel bag per person.
- One down jacket per person on returnable basis.
- Yatra completion certificate to each pilgrim.
- Insurance for our sherpa team / team leader.
- Airfare Delhi / Kathmandu / Delhi on Jetlite as on 15th Jan’2011, subject to change
The above cost for Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lhasa for 2011 excludes:
- Travel & medical insurance – we strongly recommend that one should take insurance coverage to cope up with any eventuality.
- Rescue evacuation cost in case of emergency.
- Insurgent fee approx. INR 500 per person.
- Extra cost in the event of landslide for hiring additional transportation or porterage on The Arniko Highway (INR 500 - 700) per person.
- Expanses of personal nature viz. soft / hard beverages, photography charges, porterage at the airports / hotels, laundry, tips, telephone calls etc.
- Yak / Pony hiring charges for riding during Kailash Parikarma.
- Anything not specifically mentioned in the clause, “The above cost includes”.
Booking Conditions for Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lhasa for 2011:
- Booking shall be accepted with a non-refundable deposit of INR 50,000 per person. Balance payment should be paid at least 30 days before the trip departure. Payment should be made by bank transfer to our INR or Foreign Currency Account or should be made by INR draft favoring "Neelkanth Tours & Travels " payable at Ahmedabad.
- Passport copy with minimum 6 months validity.
- Letter from a doctor certifying that the participant is fit to undertake this pilgrimage.
- Booking MUST be made minimum 2 months prior to each departure date.
- Booking Form duly filled up.
Cancellation Policy for Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lhasa for 2011:
- Once a booking is made, the deposit fee is non-refundable.
- Token Advance Amount of Rs. 20,000 FOR NRI Forfitted Irrespective No. Of Days of Intimation.
- 50% Cancellation from 15 days prior to departure.
- 75% Cancellation from 10 days prior to departure.
- 100% Cancellation from 7 days & below prior to departure.
- Please send your cancellation by Fax or Email.Verbal cancellation will not be entertained.
- All disputes regarding the conducting of the tour Subject of Jurisdiction at Ahmedabad (India).
Special Notes for Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lhasa for 2011:
- We strongly advise to keep a provision of 1 - 2 extra days to overcome any delays.
- Due to the nature of travel, there is always the possibility of change in the schedule. The Tour Operator or its associates shall not be liable for any such delays.
- We or our associate agents have the right to change the Itinerary in the event of adverse weather condition or any unforeseen circumstances beyond our control.
- The Group will be required to follow the itinerary strictly. The entire Group will enter & exit together as per schedule.
- In case of adverse weather conditions or technical snags with the flights, there could be a possibility of flights being un-operational for a couple of days, under such circumstances, every effort shall be made to provide them lodging / boarding etc. and the best available efforts shall be made to make alternate arrangements if possible however under such circumstances, all additional charges (if any) shall be borne by the guests.
General Considerations while packing for Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Pilgrimage Tour 2011 via Lhasa:
Keep the weight and bulk down to a minimum. Baggage allowance on most international flights is 20 Kg's/44 lbs. You will only need two changes of clothes for Kathmandu. In Tibet, it is important to dress in layers. When it is hot you will only be wearing a base layer, when it gets colder you can add to this until you are wearing most of your clothes! During Kailash Parikarma, one bag per person would be carried on Yak. It is advisable to carry your stuff in a duffel bag rather than suitcase or other normal bags. Following points must be kept in mind while preparing for & during the Holy Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra.
Before starting Mount Kailash Mansarovar Yatra:
- If you are asthamatic or have any kind of breathing problem, you should not travel.
- Take advise of your doctor before undertaking this high altitude pilgrimage & always keep your usual/prescribed medicines (if any) along with beside basic medicines for fever, nausea, dehydration, vomiting body ache and headache
- Use very strong and rough bags to pack your belongings & don't keep the fragile items in your bag which has to be carried on the Yak. A duffel bag is advisable.
Don't forget to carry some eatables like sweets, chocolates, glucose, candies, mints, khakra, laddu / pinni etc. - If possible, engage yourself in some fitness excercise like aerobics every morning.
- Don't et all expect luxury on this tour however as far as possible, our Sherpa team will ensure you the best journey/stay with us in this tough terrain.
- It is always advisable to insure yourself against personal loss, injury/accident, death and emergency evacuation. Make sure that your policy covers Emergency Evacuation by Helicopter at high altitude treks.
- As there is no Hindu Temple at Holy Lake and Mt. Kailash as such no priest is available. If you want some spiritual activity to be performed, please make sure that your personal priest accompany you from your own country or from Nepal. Do carry essential Havan Samagri, Havan Kunds etc. if you are willing to engage yourself in some spiritual ceremony like Havan (Yagna).
- If possible, arrange your Chinese Yuans (which you might require to buy some souvenir or to pay for pony etc.) in your own country or in Nepal as on the borders, exchange rate might differ. Alternately, you can carry US$ with you which can be easily converted but Indian Currency notes are not acceptable in Tibet. Do not carry Indian Currency Notes of 500 & 1000 denominations as these are not acceptable in Nepal and can not be exchanged.
- Upon arrival at immigration desk at Tribhuvan International Airport, please request the immigration officer to put an entry stamp in your passport otherwise you'll have to unnecessarily pay INR 500-1000 at Tibet immigration.
- Don't take too much of clothes along with.
Prior to Mount Kailash Parikarma:
- Start taking DIAMOX atleast 2 days before starting your journey - once every morning after the breakfast. It should be taken for 3-6 days. This is to minimize altitude sickne
- Drink atleast 3 litres of mineral water everyday till you complete the Holy Yatra.
- Avoid riding Yak during Kailash Parikarma. A pony is preffered over Yak.
- Advise your requirements for Pony Hiring (available at an additional cost) to your tour guide atleast a day before the beginning of Parikarma.
During Mount Kailash Parikarma:
- Walk gradually, don't compete with any one and never loose your temper as this is going to be the toughest journey you could have ever made so far. 2) Incase you feel any kind of breathlessness during parikarma, immediately inform our tour guide or sherpa staff & follow their advise.
- On the second day of parikarma, you come across the maximum height at Dolmala Pass where Oxygen level is very low as such don't stop/wait there for more than 5 minutes.
- During parikarma, you'll come across rivers and streams, you must wash your face ocassionaly with cold water. Avoid drinking water from streams or rivers enroute.
- As far as possible, try to walk. But, if you are riding a pony during parikarma, make sure that you hold it properly.
- On the second day of parikarma, you will see several clothes lying on the rocks, please do't touch the same.
- Guard yourself from slipping or falling to prevent fractures, sprains and muscle pulls.
- Do not combine walking and sightseeing together. Inspect your track in front and trek slowly.
- Travel in the group and do not leave any one behind unless escorted.
During Mount Kailash Parikarma:
- Don't take a Holy dip in Holy Mansarovar Lake while it is windy.
- Never take a dip in Rakshas Tal (Lake) as its not auspicious.
- If you face altitude sickness, do not proceed for parikarma because once you leave Mansarovar or Darchen and wish to come back from Parikarma due to any reason, there are no facilities available like stretcher etc. Even for Helicopter evacuation, it may take minimum 10 hrs. to a couple of days depending upon weather conditions.
- Don't forget to collect some stones from The Holy Lake as each stone is treated as "Shivlinga".
General during Kailash Yatra:
- If you smoke or consume alcohol, avoid it throughout the journey.
- Eat as much as you could but avoid overeating.
- Satellite phone being provided by us on use and pay basis is primarily to facilitate you during any emergency as such avoid making calls to your well wishers because charging facilities for satellite batteries are very limited and in case of excess usage, the satellite phone might be useless at the time of any emergency.
- While in tents, make sure that it is properly zipped and your luggage (which is kept inside the tent) is not touching the tent's outer surface otherwise in case of rain you might find water inside your tent.
- Try to be in your own tents while its too windy or sunny.
- While staying in the guest house, avoid using public toilets (if available) as these are very dirty. It is advisable to use open area or our own toilet tents for toilet purpose.
- Travel during Kailash Yatra with the TEAM SPIRIT and help your group members in case of any need or emergency.
- Please do not expect excellent vehicles in Tibet. The terrain being rough, vehicles are bound to break down but do not panic, the drivers are expert enough to repair it. Repaid may take few minutes to a couple of hours but please maintain patience as we can not leave group members behind.
- As tents and other camping equipments move in trucks, it will take about 2 hours for our sherpa team to pitch-in tents once they reach camp site. Please have patience as truck speed can not be matched with your land cruiser's speed.
