Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026

If you are in search of a trustworthy, reliable travel agency for yourKailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026, Leaf Holidays is your best option.

We, Leaf Holidays, are one of the most reputable travel agencies based in Kathmandu, Nepal, for the Kailash Yatras.

Whether you want to do the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 via overland, Lhasa, or helicopter, we are your one-stop solution.

Kailash connects different religions. Whether you are a Hindu, Jain, Buddhist, or Bon follower, you can join us for the Kailash Yatras. In fact, we specialize in Kailash darshan for Hindus.

*In 2025, we organized the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra for many Hindu groups. You can check our special photo gallery blog here to see our 2025 groups.

We are here to streamline your Kailash Mansarovar Yatra in 2026. Our Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 price is unbeatable. And the service we offer at this price is unbelievable.

You will be accompanied by our professional guides and team members who know the Kailash area inside out. We have many years of experience, so we know what we are doing and how to make the trip hassle-free for you.

You can do the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra confidently and safely with us in 2026. For more information about the trip, kindly talk to us.

You can learn about Mount Kailash here. 

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 most popular route

The most popular route for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra in 2026 is the overland tour via Kathmandu, Nepal. This route is best for acclimatization. Travelers of all ages can do the Kailash Yatra without much worry of high altitude via the Kerung route.

You can check out the full Kailash Mansarovar overland tour package here. Likewise, below we have shared some of our other famous Kailash Mansarovar Yatra packages for 2026:

➙ Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lhasa

➙ Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Helicopter

➙ Kailash Mansarovar Yatra via Lucknow

➙ Kailash Nandi Kora

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 itinerary

*Indians can do the Kailash Yatra via Kerung in just 14 days. The 16 days itinerary is specially for foreigners.

Day 01: Arrive at Kathmandu Airport and transfer to the hotel

Day 02: Visit the Chinese Embassy to complete the Tibet Visa process

Day 03: Waiting for visa process- visit Pashupatinath, Guheshwori Temple, and Bouddhanath Stupa

Day 04: Receive the visa and spend the evening packing and exploring Monkey Temple

Day 05: Drive from Kathmandu to Timure

Day 06: Drive from Timure to Kerung

Day 07: Acclimatization in Kerung

Day 08: Drive from Kerung to Saga

Day 09: Drive from Saga to Paryang (4,700 m/15,420 ft) to Mansarovar

Day 10: Drive from Mansarovar Lake to Darchen

Day 11: Trek from Darchen to DiraPuk

Day 12: Trek from DiraPuk to ZuthulPhuk via Dolma La Pass (5,630 m/18,471 ft)

Day 13: End of Kailash Parikrama and drive to Saga

Day 14: Drive from Saga to Kerung (Tibet-Nepal border)

Day 15: Drive from Kerung to Kathmandu

Day 16: Final transfer to the international airport for the flight back home

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 during Full Moon

Many yatris choose the full moon period to do the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra because it is believed that the full moon amplifies spiritual energy.

Meditation and prayers become more powerful during the full moon period. Likewise, Karma is cleansed more deeply during the full moon.

*During the full moon, many pilgrims visit Kailash Mansarovar, so there can be a rush at the border and the Tibetan side.

What additional expenses can you expect during the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026?

In Kathmandu, you have to use Nepalese rupees for personal expenses. Likewise, in Tibet, you have to use Chinese Yuan for personal expenses.

Our Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 package includes all major expenses, but things like tips, travel insurance, souvenirs, and bar bills are not covered in the package price.

What is the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra group size usually?

Our Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 group size can go from 20 to 35 people. We can also arrange a private Kailash Mansarovar Yatra in 2026 for shorter or larger groups.

Can you pick your own departure date?

During the private Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, you can pick your own departure date.

What kind of hotels do you typically stay in during your visits to Nepal and Tibet?

During the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra from Nepal, you will spend five nights in Kathmandu and one night in Timure.

Kathmandu: 3-star hotel

Timure: Nice guesthouse

*You spend four nights in Kathmandu at the start of the tour to obtain a Chinese Group Visa. It takes 3 to 4 days for visa processing. After returning from the yatra, you will spend one night in Kathmandu.

*All hotels and guesthouses are booked on twin-sharing. If you prefer a single room, you will need to pay an additional amount.

Transportation during the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026

During the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026, we provide a comfortable tourist-standard bus, as per the group size, to travel from Kathmandu to the Timure border.

After crossing the border, we will change into a premium A/C coach to travel to Mansarovar Lake and Darchen.

While sightseeing in Kathmandu, we will provide a premium vehicle to travel around the monuments.

Documents required for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026

For Indians:

1. Indian passport (with at least 6 months of validity beyond the travel date)
2. Voter ID Card and Aadhaar Card (acceptable identification within Nepal)
3. Passport-sized photographs
4. Medical checkup document
5. Emergency contact information
6. Travel insurance (optional)

For foreigners:

1. Valid passport with 6+ months of validity and blank pages for visa stamps
2. Nepal visa (if entering via Kathmandu)
3. Passport-sized photographs
4. Medical checkup document
5. Emergency contact information
6. Travel insurance (optional)

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 permits and Chinese visa

For the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026, you will need the following permits:

1. Tibet Travel Permit (TTP)
2. Alien Travel Permit (ATP)
3. Military Permit
4. Chinese Group Visa

Toilet condition on the way to Mansarovar Lake

The toilet facility is very basic and limited during the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. If you are mentally prepared, you can manage.

In Kathmandu and Timure, you will have no issue with toilets and cleanliness.

In Kerung, Saga, and Darchen, the toilet facilities are decent. Toilets are usually shared squat-style in these places. You have to bring toilet paper and other necessities.

In Mansarovar Lake, Dirapuk, and Zuthulphuk, toilets are very basic and usually very far from where pilgrims do puja. Similarly, the toilets can get smelly and are not cleaned frequently.

*Pilgrims usually accept it out of respect for their god. Traveling to Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is generally considered letting go of comfort and accepting simplicity.

Hygiene necessities every yatri must pack during Kailash Mansarovar Yatra:

• Toilet paper rolls (pack extra)
• Wet wipes and tissues
• Paper soap
• Hand sanitizer
• Sanitary pads (if needed)
• Small trash bags
• Personal privacy shawl
• Disposable gloves (optional but helpful)

What is the age limit for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026?

The official age limit for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is 18 to 70 years old. However, travelers below the age of 18 and above the age of 70 years can also do the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra with us if they are physically fit and are in good health. For more information, we recommend contacting us.

How do you keep in touch with your friends and family during the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra?

To stay in touch with your friends and family, you can open an international roaming facility from your sim service provider. Alternatively, you can also purchase a Chinese Sim card with your passport in Kerung for the trip. Our team will help you with that.

What type of food will be provided during the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026?

We provide delicious pure vegetarian food during the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026. In addition to that, we provide unlimited mineral water to our guests.

Kailash Parikrama 2026

Our Kailash Mansarovar Yatra includes three days of Outer Kailash Parikrama. It starts from Darchen and goes to Dolma La Pass via Dirapuk and descends to Zuthulphuk.

YamDwar (starting point of the Kailash Parikrama) -> Dirapuk -> Zuthulphuk via Dolma La Pass -> Zongdui (ending point of the Kailash Parikrama)

How much do you have to walk during the Kailash Parikrama?

Kailash Parikrama distance is 51 km.

Kailash Parikrama route:

➙ Darchen to YamDwar (6km away from Darchen) to Dirapuk (5,210 m/17,093 ft): 17 km/10.5 miles

➙ Dirapuk to Zuthulphuk (4,760 m/15,616 ft) via Dolma La Pass (5,630 m/18,471 ft): 22 km/13.6 miles

➙ Zuthulphuk to Zongdui: 12 km/7.4 miles

What if you don’t want to do the Parikrama?

If you do not want to do the Kailash Parikrama, you can stay at Darchen until others return from Parikrama. One of our team members will be with you to ensure your safety and comfort.

What if you don’t want to do Parikrama on foot?

If you do not want to do the Kailash Parikrama on foot, you can do the Parikrama on a horse. You can hire a horse and a horseman for three days for the Parikrama for around 3800 Chinese Yuan per person. Kindly understand that it is not a fixed rate.

*Even with a horse, you have to walk 2 to 3 hours.

Is it possible to return without doing the Kailash Parikrama or without waiting for other group members?

We can arrange an early return for you, but you have to bear additional expenses such as visa splitting charge, separate transportation, accommodations, food, guide, etc. We highly recommend that you talk to us for more information.

How fit do you need to be for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026?

To do the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra in 2026, you have to be in good health and shape. It is a high-altitude journey, so people with asthma, heart conditions, and diabetes have to be more careful and must consult a doctor.

The Kailash Parikrama is the toughest part of this entire trip. It is three days of walking at high altitude and rugged terrain. If you wish to complete the Parikrama on foot, you have to be fit enough to walk 6 to 7 hours a day for three days.

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 travel insurance requirement

Our Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 package does not include travel insurance for the travelers. So, travelers have to get it by themselves.

Though we do not mandatorily require travel insurance for the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, we recommend that travelers get it. It must include medical bills and emergency evacuation.

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 cost

Our Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 cost is INR 65,000 + USD 1,600 per person. This is the price of our 14 days Kailash Mansarovar Yatra package for Indians.

We have many other Kailash Mansarovar Yatra packages via different routes and durations. You can check them here and book the one that best suits you.

If you want to customize your private Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026, feel free to talk to our team. We will be more than happy to curate your Kailash Yatra in 2026.

Can you pay the USD amount in INR?

Yes, you can pay the USD amount in INR.

Do you have to pay USD 1,600 at the border or in Kathmandu?

You have both options available. However, if you choose to pay at the border, you have to bring the currency in US dollars. In Kathmandu, you can give us INR equivalent to USD 1,600. Our team will handle currency exchange.

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 booking

To book the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra in 2026 with Leaf Holidays, travelers have to book their seat at least 45 to 60 days before their desired departure date.

A 15% booking deposit is needed to confirm the trip. The trip is not guaranteed without the booking deposit.

Travelers have to clear 100% of the INR balance at least 15 days before departure.

The remaining USD 1600 travelers can pay upon reaching Kathmandu.

*During international transactions, your bank may charge a service fee. If the amount received by us is less due to the third-party charges, we request the client to clear the due amount before the trip starts.

*Failure in payment can lead to trip cancellation. Leaf Holidays Treks will not be forced to provide service without full trip payment.

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 cancellation policy

Below, we have shared our Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 cancellation policy:

1. If the trip is cancelled after booking confirmation, USD 100 (or equivalent amount) will be charged

2. If the trip is cancelled after the permit is issued, USD 300 (or equivalent amount) will be charged

3. If the trip is cancelled after the visa application has been submitted, USD 500 (or equivalent amount) will be charged

4. If the trip is canceled 2 days before departure or after the trip has commenced, no refund will be made

*There will be no refund if you voluntarily leave the trip after it starts.

*The cancellation charge depends on the day you send us the cancellation mail.

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra dates 2026

Below, we have shared the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra dates 2026 for Indians and foreigners. This is our fixed departure date for the Kailash Mansarovar overland tour 2026.

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra dates 2026 for Indians

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra dates 2026 for foreigners

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 registration

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026 early registration is open. The Yatra runs between May and November, so you can book your trip accordingly.We recommend booking your seat at least 45 to 60 days before your intended departure date. To book the yatra, feel free to contact us anytime.