Kailash Mansarovar Trekking and Pilgrimage: Once-in-a-Lifetime Journey
Kailash Mansarovar Trekking and Pilgrimage are a once-in-a-lifetime journey for most religious groups. Mt Kailash holds a unique and sacred value. Many people plan to visit the trail of the Kailash and get a blessing from Lord Shiva. People take a holy bath at Lake Mansarovar.
However, due to closed borders and the Covid-19 pandemic, there has been an obstacle for tourists to visit religious places. But there is exciting news for every pilgrimage recently: China's government has lifted the ban, and now people can join the Kailash Parikrama.
What to expect from the Mount Kailash trek?
The Mount Kailash trek is a holy site where many people want to participate in. The traditional route of Mt. Kailash is covered within three days tour, which covers the visit to Kailash and the sacred Mansarovar Lake in Ngari, western Tibet.
Besides, the trek also involves some mesmerizing views and beautiful highlights for you to expect. Some of the major highlights of the trek can be listed as:
- Trek along with the Tibetan pilgrims surrounding the Kailasha.
- The pyramid-shaped summit of Kailash is believed to be the 'Abode of Lord Shiva' that provides the spiritual odyssey around the holy mountain.
- Experience Mansarovar LakLake'srreal beauty and enjoy the Kailash summit reflection.
- Stroll around the rocky and steep trail of the circuit.
- The spiritual center of the world and experience the spiritual renewal
- Explore the temples and monasteries like Drirapuk, Selung, and many more.
- The unique taste of Tibetan culture and food
You will also get to enjoy the peaceful environment and breathtaking scenery throughout the trek. The beautiful mountain view reflected by the Mansarovar Lake gives its visitors inner satisfaction. Moreover, diving into the lake is believed to wash away our sins and open the doorway to heaven.
Is the Mount Kailash trek difficult?
Tibet is an enormous and beautiful land that occupies the loft of Tibetan Plateaus perched on the northern side of the Himalayan Mountain range. It is called the 'Roof of the World' to its high elevation.
The rocky and steep trail can be hard to cover for new trekkers and pilgrims. The rugged mountain trails of over 52 km, averaging 5000m above sea level, are challenging. The Tibeaten do the Kora daily, while the international tourist takes three days to finish the 52 km walk. The Mount Kailash trek asks its visitors to have some technical knowledge of trekking and are active physically.
The first day of Kailash Kora starts at Darchen, which includes the 7km walk toward the Tarboche Valley. The south and west faces of Mount Kailash are visible from the trail. You will walk for 7 hours and cover 21 km along the riverside. The day will eventually end at Derapuk(4900m) which is also a part of Kailash Inner Kora.
The next day, the route is quite challenging with a rocky trek to pass the Dolma La(5,645m). It is one of the highest passes. With the series of uphill climbs of over 700 meters followed by a problematic downhill walk and longer flat land walking for 11 hours, you may have a tiring day.
However, the trail offers a stunning view of ice-covered jills, ruins, Gauri Kunda, and other small lakes. The panoramic view of the northern face of Kailash and the eastern face can be seen along the way, reaching Juthulpuk, the final destination.
The last day is easy and a short walk of 3 hours on flat land at Juthulpuk Valley. At the same time, the view of KaiKailash'surth and previous face can be seen if the weather is clear.
Everyone can cover the route if they are physically fit. Ensure to prepare for the trek with regular exercise and watch out for high altitude sickness. It is recommended to eat and drink properly to help with altitude sickness. Besides, you will also get an option to hire a horse to cover the path.
When is the best time to go on the Mount Kailash trek?
After getting to know the awe-inspiring highlights of the Kailash, Kora is one of the famous trekking destinations. The month from May to October is the time to trek Kailash. The clear blue sky, crisp air, high visibility, and comfortable temperature make your journey exciting.
July and August(monsoon season) welcome half of the rainfall of the whole season. However, the constant downpour is seen rarely, so better check a weather update before coming. Besides, the most auspicious time to visit the Kailash is the Year of Horse9chinese zodiac) and during the Saga Dawa Festival (around the 15th day of April in the Tibetan calendar).
Saga Sawa falls on the day of the birthday of Buddjsit Sakyamuni during the festival Tibetean pours into this area, and it is the best to experience the taste of Tibetan culture.
Conclusion
Kailash Parikrama is one of the holy things to do. After the lift of the ban, many people tend to be a part of it. Make us, Nepal Vision, the partner for your Kailash trip, and we will take care of everything, offering you a lifetime journey experience.
