Kailash Mansarovar Yatra By Helicopter

Overview

For Hindus all over the world, Mt. Kailash stands as the Lord Shiva’s residence and is a spiritually charged place. The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Helicopter is one of the most preferred by those who have no time to do the journey on foot or a jeep but want to complete the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. It starts from Kathmandu to Nepalgunj and Simikot by flight and then helicopter to Hilsa. From Hilsa, tourists are taken by Land Cruiser to the border and then to Manasarovar and Kailash Parikrama. 

Air travel is more common than overland routes, and hence, altitude sickness becomes more common than on other routes. The other site is at Mt Kailash, also called Mt Meru, which is 6,700 meters high and situated in the western part of Tibet. This is considered to be the place where Tonpa Shenrab – the founder of the Bon religion – came from heaven. The tantric Buddhists believe that Mount Kailash is the abode of Buddha Demchok, who symbolizes the ultimate state of joy. In Jainism, Meru Parvat or Sumeru is celebrated as Kailash and Ashtapada, the nearby mountain where the first Jain sage Rishabhadev achieved Keval Gyan or Nirvana.

The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Helicopter starts from Nepalgunj to Simikot and then to the Hilsa border. After immigration formalities on the Chinese side, one will visit the Kailash Himalayas, passing through the temple of Khojernath/Ramsita Gompa, Taklakot/Purang. This is the shortest circuit to visit Mt. Kailash & Lake Mansarovar for those tourists and pilgrims who would like to explore the sacred and spectacular Kailash Mansarovar region in the shortest possible time. This tour provides an opportunity for worshippers to pray to Lord Shiva and Buddha in one of the sacred sites for Hindus, Buddhists, and Jains. 

In Hindu culture and tradition, Mt. Kailash is associated with Lord Shiva, and Mansarovar is the place where Shiva and Parvati take baths. For Buddhists, Kailash and Mansarovar are known as the ‘ Jewel of Snows’ where the Buddhists – particularly the followers of Guru Rinpoche meditate.

Highlights of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra By Helicopter

• Go on a helicopter ride over the Himalayas; this largely reduces the time and strain on oneself regarding the trip.
• Helicopter tours to the Himalayas offer breathtaking views of these landscapes—from bird' eye view, these landscapes are just magnificent.
• Have a spiritually enchanted sightseeing journey to Mt. Kailash, which would fill your soul.
• Holy Dip in Lake Mansarovar: It's the holy place where people surrounding it are supposed to purify the soul and clean all sins.
• Do rituals and practices of parikrama around the Mt Kailash

Small Group and Private Tailor-Made Kailash Helicopter Tours With Adventure Altitude Treks

Book this on the once-in-a-lifetime journey of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra with our exclusively designed packages for the year 2025/26, catering to those travelers who desire to reap the best from their pilgrimage. As one of the leading tour operators, we offer private customized journeys and fixed small group departures so as to make certain that our clients have a rewarding and personalized experience.

We design private trips for single travelers, couples, families, or small groups, keeping in mind the comfort and safety of our guests as the most important issue, thus providing them with the most realistic experience of Kailash Yatra, Tibetan culture and spirituality. We will take the bother off your journey as our expert travel managers lead the trips with experienced Tibetan guides to back them up.

We have also designed small group trips where fellow like-minded pilgrims will accompany you, giving you the companionship of devotees with quiet moments for self-reflection en route. Using the Nepal side as a starting point makes it easier to get permits, without which you won't be able to undertake the journey.

Is Aerial Darshan During Kailash Mansarovar Helicopter Yatra Possible?

Yes, you can do Aerial darshan of Mount Kailash during the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by booking special aerial tours, also known as Door Darshan Tours. These are basically flights that take you for a holy aerial glimpse (darshan) of Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar from an aircraft stationed at Nepalgunj in Western Nepal. This facility is mainly offered to people who find it difficult to go on the actual Parikrama such as elderly grandparents or Indian Passport Holders. It’s a 70-seater airplane, and one need not have a visa, permit or go through medicals to avail of this option. 

But please note that this is not available as part of the standard helicopter yatra to Kailash Mansarovar, where one flies down from Kathmandu to Simikot by a scheduled flight, then takes a chartered helicopter from Simikot to the China border and then select pilgrims to drive down from there till Lake Manasarovar and finally up to Mount Kailash. The entire new helicopter route is being constructed with the sole intention of minimizing driving distances, but here, too, the focus remains firmly on ground travel except for a little aerial experience before crossing over into China.

Why To Book Your Sacred 10-Day Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by Helicopter 2025/2026?

Undertaking the sacred 10-day Kailash Mansarovar Yatra by helicopter in 2025/2026 exudes a divine and blissful aura of spirituality along with luxury, comfort and convenience. The helicopter journey reduces the physical challenges that one experiences during the traditional overland journey, thus making it possible for all categories of people to undertake this spiritual sojourn. 

The helicopter ride gives you the most enthralling view of the snow-capped Himalayas, Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar from the air, which truly adds to your spiritual voyage as it leaves behind an imprint of these mystique realms not long after you have decided to be part of this holy trip you find yourself touching down at Kathmandu to begin or conclude your yatra. 

It shall facilitate achieving more rituals and spiritually being there while traveling this short span. Opting for a helicopter enables remote travel destinations and time-saving arrangements, leading to lesser exposure to harsh weather conditions, inhospitable terrain etc. Thus select a tour that ensures maximum spiritually comforting experience coupled with ultimate luxury in years ahead.

Perform The The Kailash Sacred Walk – Parikrama in Easy Way With Kailash Helicopter Trip

A major highlight of the Kailash Yatra is the 52-km Kailash Kora or Parikrama, an extremely pious way of showing your faith. Every year, thousands of devotees take this sacred walk around Mount Kailash to cement their devotion. The path also provides a chance for some self-introspection and spirituality, as numerous mythological tales associated with religious beliefs come alive as you walk on. The entire journey takes about three days starting from Darchen base camp right up to Zutulpuk Monastery, covering locations like Dirapuk and Dolma La Pass (the toughest part of the journey). 

It goes without saying that the pilgrimage is a physically challenging expedition but ecstatic in equal measures. As you tread along, you will be treated to mind-blowing views of snow-capped mountains, still lakes and landscapes full of spiritual energy that surround the holy mountain. If popular sagas are to be believed, then one can redeem his sins by taking this parikrama, while others claim it helps you connect better with God.

China Visa -Free Countries List (For 30 Days)

Visa-free entry into China is now available for citizens of select countries for up to 30 days. For citizens of these countries, the permits and visas required are issued very quickly and easily; you only need to arrive in Kathmandu, and within a day, you are ready to start your Kailash journey without long waiting periods. This visa-free system is valid from November 30, 2024, to December 25, 2025. However, citizens of countries not listed below must expect a processing time of 4–5 days upon arrival in Kathmandu for their permits and visas. Make sure to plan accordingly. Below are the names of the countries eligible for China Visa -Free pass.