Simikot Kailash Trek – 20 Days
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Duration
20 Days
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Country
Tibet
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Trip Type
Trekking in Tibet
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trip starts from
Kathmandu
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trip ends in
Kathmandu
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Max altitude
5750m
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Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House, Camp
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Transportation
Car, Bus, Plane
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Group size
Min. 2 pax
Trip Grade:
Moderate
Overview
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Simikot Kailash Trek takes us to the unique landmarks and trans-Himalayan landscapes of Tibet .It takes along the trekking adventure in Far western development region of Nepal.
This treks initiates from the two scenic flights Kathmandu to Nepalgunj and then Simikot. This amazing trek is the perfect blend of adventurous trek and pilgrimage tour. It is at the roof of the world. Visiting Mansarovar lake and encircling holy mountain Kailash are the main highlights of this trekking tour.
Simikot Kailash Trek Itinerary
We embark our Kailash Manas sarovar trip as soon as your arrival at Tribhuwan international airport in Kathmandu. Initially, we fly towards Nepalgunj from Kathmandu followed by another domestic flight towards Simikot.
After having an instant meal we start trekking activity ascending up the hill and walking down to Dharapani . There we will stay overnight. Further passing through scenic rice and paddy fields along the river banks we will be arriving at Kermi.
Then we continue our trekking trails for a couple of days towards Yalbang, Tumkot, Yari and Hilsa .After that we pass through various small settlements, villages, fields, rivers and scenic landscapes. We will cross the Nepal border followed by a drive to the famous pilgrimage site Mansarovar lake. Continuing our drive to Darchen, this is the starting point of Kailash circuit.
Crossing the George and Dolmola pass at 5670 meters of altitude, we complete the Kailash circuit the next day. As we head forward to return back, we drive from Mansarovar via parayang, Saga, Nyalam, Zhangmu and finally back to Kathmandu.
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Trip facts
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Duration
20 Days
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Country
Tibet
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Trip Type
Trekking in Tibet
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trip starts from
Kathmandu
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trip ends in
Kathmandu
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Max altitude
5750m
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Accommodation
Hotel, Guest House, Camp
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Transportation
Car, Bus, Plane
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Group size
Min. 2 pax
Trip highlights
- Simikot Hilsa Trek crossing Nara Langa pass – 4580m
- Kailash Kora including crossing Dolmala pass – 5650m
- Visit holy Lake Mansarovar with some Monasteries.
- Drive towards Nepal Border as per program and entry Nepal from friendship bridge then to Kathmandu.
itinerary Overview
- Day 01: Arrival
- Day 02: Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley (Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan city, Swoyambhunath and Tibetan Refugee Camp)
- Day 03: Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj
- Day 04: Fly from Nepalgunj to Simikot and trek to Karnali Village(2910m)
- Day 05: Trek from Simikot to Dharapani (2330m)
- Day 06: Trek from Dharapani to Kermi (2700m)
- Day 07: Trek from Kermi to Yalbang (2900m)
- Day 08: Trek from Yallbang to Tumkot (2920m)
- Day 09: Trek from Tumkot to Yari (3670m)
- Day 10: Trek from Yari to Hilsa (3550m)
- Day 11: Drive to Mansarovar
- Day 12: Drive to Darchen trek to Derapuk (4860m)
- Day 13: Trek from Derapuk to Zhutulpuk (4760m)
- Day 14: Trek from Zhutulpuk to Darchen (4700m) and drive to Mansarovar
- Day 15: Reserve day in Mansarovar
- Day 16: Drive from Mansarovar to Parayang
- Day 17: Drive from Parayang to Saga
- Day 18: Drive from Saga to Nyalam
- Day 19: Drive from Nyalam / Zhangmu / Kathmandu
- Day 20: Departure
Detailed itinerary
Detailed itinerary
- day 01Arrival
Welcome by our representative at the airport, transfer to hotel in Kathmandu. Later in the evening enjoy Welcome Dinner.
Stay overnight at Kathmandu.
- day 02Sightseeing in Kathmandu Valley (Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan city, Swoyambhunath and Tibetan Refugee Camp)
After breakfast we are going to do some sightseeing activities today. As planned, we are going to explore some of the most iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Kathmandu city, evening drive back to hotel.
Stay overnight at Kathmandu.
- day 03Fly from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj
Drive to Airport for Flight to Nepalgunj. After reaching Nepalgunj transfer to Hotel. Later in the evening explore Nepalgunj.
Stay overnight at Nepalgunj.
- day 04Fly from Nepalgunj to Simikot and trek to Karnali Village(2910m)
We take a 40-minute flight from Nepalgunj to Simikot and admire the beauty of the soaring mountain cliffs from our airplane. Simikot, the headquarters of the Humla District, is cut off from the rest of the country due to its remoteness. From here we start our trekking to Humla and Karnali village.
Stay overnight at Karnali.
- day 05Trek from Simikot to Dharapani (2330m)
We begin the morning with breakfast prepared at camp then starting walking. The trail ascends up to the hill of 3200m then we start to long way walk down and crossing sides to reach Dharapani our camping station at 2330 m.
Stay overnight at Dharapani.
- day 06Trek from Dharapani to Kermi (2700m)
After breakfast, start trekking crossing beautiful paddy fields then we follow the trail parallel to the river. Few ups and downs then crossing Small Mountain we arrive to our camping side called Kermi ( 2700mt).
Stay overnight at Kermi.
- day 07Trek from Kermi to Yalbang (2900m)
After breakfast at campsite, we start walking ascending up at the beginning and descending down to reach Yalbang by completing this days trekking. This walking will offer you magnificent view of beautiful hilly and mountainous landscape.
Stay overnight at Yalbang.
- day 08Trek from Yallbang to Tumkot (2920m)
Enjoy hot breakfast and start walking by crossing a hanging bridge to reach Muchu Village. After short rest start trekking again to our camping site. Our destination of this day is Tumkot located at an altitude of 2920 mt.
Stay overnight at Tumkot.
- day 09Trek from Tumkot to Yari (3670m)
This day we begin our trek by walking along the fields and the small villages on the way. First the trail leads to Bumachiya Khola. After crossing the river, short trek toward the Palbang (3380m). The landscape & the vegetation will be noticeably changed from here and onward. We will reach to our destination of the day Yari at 3670 m for camping and night halt.
Stay overnight at Yari.
- day 10Trek from Yari to Hilsa (3550m)
This is the last day of trekking in Nepal side, today we have to be prepared to cross the over 4000m. First we arrive to sip – sip (4300m) and cross Naralanga pass (4580m). During the clear weather one can see beautiful Tibetan landscape and tall Mountains. Finally we will reach Hilsa for camping.
Stay overnight at Hilsa.
- day 11Drive to Mansarovar
After crossing the Nepal Border complete the visa formalities to Tibet at border town called Burang, Our Tibetan Guide & Vehicle will be awaiting us there then drive to Mansarovar Lake (4490m). During the drive we cross Gurla pass (4590m) from here we can have first view of Mount Kailash.
Stay overnight at Mansarovar.
- day 12Drive to Darchen trek to Derapuk (4860m)
We start our drive from Mansarovar Lake to Darchen. Darchen is the starting point to the Kailash round trek. Our first day trekking for Mt. Kailash Kora will complete at Derapuk (4860m).
Stay overnight at Derapuk.
- day 13Trek from Derapuk to Zhutulpuk (4760m)
As we start our trek following the pilgrimage root through George and Dolmola pass (5670m). We finally reach Zhutulpuk which is our camp side.
Stay overnight at Zhutulpuk.
- day 14Trek from Zhutulpuk to Darchen (4700m) and drive to Mansarovar
After having our breakfast we start our trek and we trek down to Darchen. And after reaching Darchen we drive to Mansarovar.
Stay overnight at Mansarovar.
- day 15Reserve day in Mansarovar
Reserve day in Mansarovar for relaxation and walk in the Lake.
Stay overnight at Mansarovar.
- day 16Drive from Mansarovar to Parayang
After having early breakfast drive to Parayang. After reaching parayang we take some rest and later explore the surrounding.
Stay overnight at Parayang.
- day 17Drive from Parayang to Saga
After having early breakfast drive to Saga.
Stay overnight at Saga.
- day 18Drive from Saga to Nyalam
After having breakfast drive to Nyalam.
Stay overnight at Nyalam.
- day 19Drive from Nyalam / Zhangmu / Kathmandu
After crossing the friendship bridge complete the immigration process in Nepal side then drive to Kathmandu. During this drive one can enjoy the Charming lush greenery & beautiful waterfalls making you feel like the nature is welcoming you to Nepal. After crossing small towns on the way reach Kathmandu to complete the tour.
Later in the evening enjoy Farewell Dinner.
Stay overnight at Kathmandu.
- day 20Departure
After breakfast transfer to the airport to fly to onward destination.
Price Included / Excluded
- 03 Nights Accommodation in Kathmandu with daily breakfast.
- 01 Overnight at hotel in Nepalgunj with Half Board.
- 07 Overnights at tent Camp during trek from Simikot to Hilsa on AP Plan.
- 09 Overnights in basic available lodge during Kailash trip on AP Plan with meals prepared by Nepali cooks.
- Transfer from Hotel to Airport in Kathmandu and Airport / Hotel / Airport in Nepalgunj.
- Pickup transfer from Hilsa and Drop to Friendship bridge (Nepal / Tibet Boarder by Jeep then drive to Kathmandu by private Vehicle.
- All Camping Services by Nepali Staff in Tibet also.
- Food, accommodation, salary, insurance, medicine and visa for all Nepali Staff.
- English Speaking Sherpa Guide in Nepal with all camping Gears, staff for Nepal Sector.
- English Speaking Tibetan Guide, Tibet Permit, visa and Kailash permit for group.
- Yak and Yak Man for Kailash Kora.
- All Kitchen Gear, Oxygen Cylinder with set in case on emergency.
- Special Trek Permit for Simikot Trek.
- International Arrival and Departure transfer in Kathmandu.
- Full day Sightseeing tour in Kathmandu with guide and entrance fee.
- Welcome Dinner and Farewell Dinner.
- Duffel Bag, Sleeping Bag and T-shirt.
- Airfare: Kathmandu / Nepalgunj / Simikot.
- Nepal Visa and Re – entry visa.
- Tibet Visa fee.
- Any Airfares and Airport Taxes.
- Beverages and expenses of personal nature.
- Personal Trekking equipments and Tips.
- Any cost occurred due to landslide, political disorder or natural calamities or any unforeseen reason etc.
- Personal Travel insurance.
- Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu(Except Farewell Dinner and Welcome Dinner)
- Any other expenses which are not included in price include section.
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Simikot Kailash Trek – 20 Days
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