AGE

• Participants must be between 18 and 70 years of age.
• Those below the age of 18 must either be accompanied by a parent/guardian or a consent form need to be signed by them.

MEDICAL

• Be physically and mentally fit.
• Please note that this trek is not advised for pregnant women and those suffering from chronic health problems, like epilepsy, heart ailments, uncontrolled BP, diabetes, asthma, psychological problems, physical disabilities and obesity.

PASSPORT

• A valid passport is needed with a minimum validity of 180 days from the last date of the sojourn.
  Please note that diplomatic passports are not allowed.
• PIO/OCI or any other ID cards are not accepted in Tibet.

VISA PROCESS

• Indian Passport holders do not require a visa for Nepal.

The Tibet permit and visa for everyone will be organized by Sankara Yatra. To facilitate this, your original passport is required at New Delhi, well in advance prior to the departure date. The actual date and details will be confirmed based on the group you choose to travel with us.

VISA PROCESS FOR NRI

• Indian nationals do not require a visa for Nepal.
• For Non-Indian Nationals, Tibet visa will be organized in Kathmandu 4 working days prior to the departure. Request the NRI to be in Kathmandu for the visa process.

Foreign nationals will require a 15 days multiple entry visa for Nepal which can be availed on arrival at Kathmandu airport, Nepal. A visa fee of $25 is payable along with two passport size photos. Visa for Tibet will be organized by Sankara Yatra. To facilitate this, original passport of Indian Nationals is required well in advance prior to the departure date. Details will be sent upon registration.

For Non-Indian Nationals, Tibet visa will be organized in Kathmandu 4 days prior to the departure. Request the NRI to be in Kathmandu for the visa process.

COST INCLUDES:

• Transportation
• All ground transportation by private vehicle
• Kathmandu – Kerung – Kathmandu by Tourist Bus
• Airport Pick up and drop off by private vehicle

MEAL

• Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included (Veg only)
• Enough Drinking water included

ACCOMMODATION

Mention in the itinerary in the basis twin sharing in Nepal and Tibet and group sharing in Kailash Region.

VISAS & PERMIT

• Hilsa Permit / Tibet Visa & Permit Included
• All necessary entrance fees in Nepal and Tibet
• Special Kailash Manasarovar Permit
• Applicable entrance fees to visit Monasteries and temples

GUIDE, STAFFS & SUPPORTERS

• Nepali Guide and Tibetan Guide
• Nepali Crew members in Kailash Region
• Equipment

MEDICAL KITS

• Enough oxygen cylinders
• Gamow Bags & Other necessary equipment

CLOTHING

• Down Jacket non-refundable basis
• Monkey hat/ Day pack bag/ Duffel bag

COST EXCLUDE:

• International flight ticket charges.
• Personal horse for riding (It costs approx. INR. 30,000 for three days).
• Porter during the parikrama (It costs approx. INR. 15,000 for three days).
• Bottled soft drinks and beverages (coke, fanta, energy drinks, etc.)
• Personal expenses, laundry, telephone service etc.
• Nepal visa fees for NRI’s. Visa splitting charge & transport cost in case of emergency or on early return.
• Personal medicine, personal travel insurance and insurance for emergency rescue & evacuation.
• Any extra expenses incurred due to unforeseen circumstances and natural calamity.
• Extra hotel night in Kathmandu incase of early return from Tibet
• Tips & gratitude’s for staff
• Adjustment in Nepal (refund or service) against any unutilized services in Tibet

CHINA VISA FOR KMY

• China Embassy usually takes 4 working days for granting such visa. So the NRI Yatrees are requested to come and stay 4 days early for applying the visa.

The China Embassy has changed the Visa rule for Indians travelling to Kailash Manasarovar and with immediate effect all Indian passports are to be presented to China Embassy in Delhi for visa purpose irrespective of Nationality of the traveler. China Embassy usually takes 06 working days for granting such visa. For non-Indian passport holders visa to visit Kailash Manasarovar can be applied with China Embassy in Kathmandu with sufficient time to embassy for grant of visa. China Embassy usually takes 02 working days for granting such visa. So the NRI Yatrees are requested to come and stay 2 days early for applying the visa.

Sometimes due to last minute changes in the government rules or in case of natural calamities like floods, landslides, etc., a few changes in the itinerary may happen. We seek your cooperation at these times.

NOTE:

Itinerary and schedules are subject to change in event of unfavorable weather condition. Sankara Yatra reserves right to change date or cancel the trip under the circumstances beyond its control.