--- title: "Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2026/27: Cost, Itinerary & Dates" description: "Plan the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra from Kathmandu with itinerary, 2026/27 cost, permits, dates, Mount Kailash parikrama, altitude and practical Tibet travel…" canonical: "https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/kailash-mansarovar-yatra" --- Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Kathmandu-to-Tibet pilgrimage package and planning guide # Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Plan the overland yatra from Kathmandu through Nyalam, Saga, Lake Mansarovar and Darchen to the three-day Kora around Mount Kailash, with permits, altitude, cost and contingency decisions visible from the start. [View itinerary](#recommended-itinerary)[Check dates & price](#kailash-yatra-cost)[Review the pilgrimage route →](#recommended-itinerary) Private and group formats · Current price, dates, permits and border access require passport-specific confirmation **Kathmandu**Starting city **Overland**Route type **14–16 days**Recommended range **13 days**Compressed alternative **~4,590 m**Lake Mansarovar **5,630 m**Dolma La daytime high **3 days**Kora / parikrama **Strenuous**Difficulty **Main season**Operating window **Hotels, guesthouses and camps**Accommodation **Permit-led**Access **Private / group**Departure style Current information ✓ Last checked: 1 Sep 2026 Flood recovery, road damage, entry rules, permits, prices, transport, weather, access and availability can change. [Official sources ↗](https://en.nia.gov.cn/n147418/n147468/c221388/content.html)[What to recheck →](/data-methodology) Details and source context Status The 26 August 2026 Kyirong flood disrupted roads and border access; confirm the Kodari–Nyalam route, permits, dates and transport for the departure. Applies to Kailash Mansarovar Yatra from Kathmandu Last checked 1 Sep 2026 Current travel status ## Confirm the operating picture before you book flights. Kailash access is date- and nationality-sensitive. Ask for a written update covering the tourist border, Tibet travel authorisation, route permissions, Lake Mansarovar access, Kora operation and the contingency plan. Border Confirm for your date Permits Passport-specific Route Confirm road and stops Kora Weather and local access About the pilgrimage ## A permit-led journey to Lake Mansarovar and the Kora around Mount Kailash The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is a high-altitude pilgrimage and overland journey from Kathmandu into Tibet. The current route framework runs from Kathmandu through Kodari / Tatopani, across the Kodari–Nyalam border and onward through Saga to Lake Mansarovar (Manasarovar in some transliterations) and Darchen. Kyirong / Gyirong access was disrupted by the 26 August 2026 flood, so Nyalam should be presented as a route alternative subject to current official and operator confirmation—not as a guaranteed open crossing. From Darchen, pilgrims who are cleared and prepared for it begin the three-day Kora, usually staged through Dirapuk, across the Dolma La section and onward to Zutulphuk before returning to Darchen. Mount Kailash is revered across several religious traditions; this page treats the journey with respect and does not present the mountain as a climbing or summit product. For pilgrims, the meaning of the route is carried through prayer, circumambulation, restraint and time spent at places that are culturally and spiritually significant. Visitors should follow local instructions, avoid treating sacred spaces as photo sets and confirm any bathing or lakeside activity against current rules. The route combines roads, border processing, high-plateau nights and strenuous walking above 4,500 metres. Kathmandu can feel warm and busy while the plateau is cold, dry and exposed, so the packing and health plan must serve both ends of the journey. That combination is why a 14–16-day plan is the preferred starting point when added days genuinely protect acclimatisation, recovery or contingency. A 13-day plan can be considered as a compressed alternative, but it leaves less margin for border delays, weather, symptoms or a slower group. Exact overnight stops, road times, accommodation, meals, permit scope and Kora operation vary by nationality, operator, season and current policy. The Kora is optional only within the scope that current access and the written package allow; it should never be presented as something to force through illness. Use the package section below to understand the route shape, then request a dated quotation that states what is included and what happens if the route changes or you cannot complete the Kora. [Read the detailed 14–16-day itinerary guide →](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-mansarovar-yatra-itinerary) Journey highlights ## Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Highlights Route stages, altitude and decision points are more useful than a generic promise of adventure. 01 ### Start in Kathmandu with document, health and route preparation 02 ### Kyirong access was disrupted by the 26 August 2026 flood; confirm the Kodari–Nyalam route before travel 03 ### Travel through Saga to Lake Mansarovar and Darchen 04 ### Complete the three-day Kora framework through Dirapuk, Dolma La and Zutulphuk 05 ### Keep a 14–16-day plan with space for acclimatisation, border delays and recovery 06 ### Return to Kathmandu with a protected buffer before an international flight Recommended route framework ## Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Itinerary – 14–16 Days Use the 14–16-day plan as the default planning frame. The 13-day version is compressed and should only be chosen when current logistics and acclimatisation support make the shorter schedule appropriate. 1 **Arrive Kathmandu**Road transfer · Sleep Lower-altitude city day · Variable road transfer **+** Briefing, documents and recovery Sleeping altitude Lower-altitude city day Walking / transport Variable road transfer Accommodation Hotel / arranged stay Operational note Confirm current stop and road condition 2 **Kathmandu preparation**Road transfer · Sleep Rest / administration · Variable road transfer **+** Confirm permits, insurance, kit and medical plan Sleeping altitude Rest / administration Walking / transport Variable road transfer Accommodation Hotel / arranged stay Operational note Confirm current stop and road condition 3 **Kathmandu to Kodari / Tatopani**Border / permit stage · Sleep Variable road day · Variable road transfer **+** Protect the border buffer and keep essentials accessible Sleeping altitude Variable road day Walking / transport Variable road transfer Accommodation Hotel / arranged stay Operational note Confirm current stop and road condition 4 **Cross the Kodari–Nyalam border**Border / permit stage · Sleep First plateau night; Nyalam about 3,750 m reference · Variable road transfer **+** Border formalities and a controlled first high night Sleeping altitude First plateau night; Nyalam about 3,750 m reference Walking / transport Variable road transfer Accommodation Guesthouse / arranged stay Operational note Passport and permit checks 5 **Nyalam to Saga**Border / permit stage · Sleep Rapid gain; Saga about 4,640 m reference · Variable road transfer **+** A demanding transfer that needs medical and operator review Sleeping altitude Rapid gain; Saga about 4,640 m reference Walking / transport Variable road transfer Accommodation Guesthouse / arranged stay Operational note Passport and permit checks 6 **Saga acclimatisation or approved lower-load stage**Road transfer · Sleep High plateau · Variable road transfer **+** Let the sleeping-altitude plan—not sightseeing—set the pace Sleeping altitude High plateau Walking / transport Variable road transfer Accommodation Guesthouse / arranged stay Operational note Confirm current stop and road condition 7 **Saga toward Lake Mansarovar**Road transfer · Sleep Long high-road day · Variable road transfer **+** Reach the lake area without removing recovery margin Sleeping altitude Long high-road day Walking / transport Variable road transfer Accommodation Guesthouse / arranged stay Operational note Confirm current stop and road condition 8 **Lake Mansarovar / Darchen**Kora / parikrama · Sleep About 4,590 m lake reference · High-altitude walking **+** Sacred visit, rest and parikrama health check Sleeping altitude About 4,590 m lake reference Walking / transport High-altitude walking Accommodation Guesthouse / arranged stay Operational note Turn-around and weather decisions 9 **Darchen to Dirapuk**Kora / parikrama · Sleep First high walking day · High-altitude walking **+** Start the kora conservatively Sleeping altitude First high walking day Walking / transport High-altitude walking Accommodation Basic Kora accommodation; confirm current setup Operational note Turn-around and weather decisions 10 **Dirapuk over Dolma La to Zutulphuk**Kora / parikrama · Sleep Highest and hardest stage; Dolma La about 5,630 m · High-altitude walking **+** Weather, symptoms, cutoff and turnaround decisions Sleeping altitude Highest and hardest stage; Dolma La about 5,630 m Walking / transport High-altitude walking Accommodation Basic Kora accommodation; confirm current setup Operational note Turn-around and weather decisions 11 **Zutulphuk to Darchen**Kora / parikrama · Sleep Third walking day · High-altitude walking **+** Complete or shorten the kora according to conditions Sleeping altitude Third walking day Walking / transport High-altitude walking Accommodation Basic Kora accommodation; confirm current setup Operational note Turn-around and weather decisions 12–13 **Darchen / Saga return corridor**Road transfer · Sleep Long plateau transfers · Variable road transfer **+** Recover, regroup and absorb road delays Sleeping altitude Long plateau transfers Walking / transport Variable road transfer Accommodation Guesthouse / arranged stay Operational note Confirm current stop and road condition 14 **Saga to Nyalam**Border / permit stage · Sleep Variable road and border timing · Variable road transfer **+** Do not schedule a tight international connection Sleeping altitude Variable road and border timing Walking / transport Variable road transfer Accommodation Guesthouse / arranged stay Operational note Passport and permit checks 15 **Nyalam to Kathmandu**Border / permit stage · Sleep Variable road / border day · Variable road transfer **+** Return to Nepal with a protected night Sleeping altitude Variable road / border day Walking / transport Variable road transfer Accommodation Hotel / arranged stay Operational note Passport and permit checks 16 **Kathmandu buffer or departure**Road transfer · Sleep Contingency · Variable road transfer **+** Use for delay, recovery or onward flight Sleeping altitude Contingency Walking / transport Variable road transfer Accommodation Hotel / arranged stay Operational note Confirm current stop and road condition Drive times, meal plans and overnight altitudes can change; the written departure itinerary should control the booking. [Open the complete itinerary guide →](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-mansarovar-yatra-itinerary) Route and elevation ## Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Route Map The current route framework is Kathmandu → Kodari / Tatopani → Kodari–Nyalam border → Nyalam → Saga → Lake Mansarovar → Darchen → Kora, then the return corridor. Treat this as a planning map, not live navigation; the Kyirong flood and related access changes make departure-specific confirmation essential. - 01 **Arrive Kathmandu**Lower-altitude city dayRoad transfer - 02 **Kathmandu preparation**Rest / administrationRoad transfer - 03 **Kathmandu to Kodari / Tatopani**Variable road dayBorder / permit stage - 04 **Cross the Kodari–Nyalam border**First plateau night; Nyalam about 3,750 m referenceBorder / permit stage - 05 **Nyalam to Saga**Rapid gain; Saga about 4,640 m referenceBorder / permit stage - 06 **Saga acclimatisation or approved lower-load stage**High plateauRoad transfer - 07 **Saga toward Lake Mansarovar**Long high-road dayRoad transfer - 08 **Lake Mansarovar / Darchen**About 4,590 m lake referenceKora / parikrama - 09 **Darchen to Dirapuk**First high walking dayKora / parikrama - 10 **Dirapuk over Dolma La to Zutulphuk**Highest and hardest stage; Dolma La about 5,630 mKora / parikrama - 11 **Zutulphuk to Darchen**Third walking dayKora / parikrama - 12 **Darchen / Saga return corridor**Long plateau transfersRoad transfer - 13 **Saga to Nyalam**Variable road and border timingBorder / permit stage - 14 **Nyalam to Kathmandu**Variable road / border dayBorder / permit stage - 15 **Kathmandu buffer or departure**ContingencyRoad transfer Kailash Yatra Elevation Profile **Cross the Kodari–Nyalam border **Nyalam to Saga **Lake Mansarovar / Darchen **Dirapuk over Dolma La to Zutulphuk The profile distinguishes route elevation from sleeping altitude: Dolma La is a daytime high and not an overnight camp. [Read the route-map guide →](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-mansarovar-route-map) Package pricing ## Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Cost 2026/27 Current price is on request because the total depends on passport, dates, group size, route permissions, transport, accommodation, support and disruption terms. Ask for a dated quotation rather than using an undated market range as a live package price. Overland 14-Day Package (Non-Indian Passports)**from US$2,450**Per person (twin-share, group 4+), includes Kathmandu hotel, Kodari-Nyalam border transfers, Tibet travel permit, China Group Visa, Tibetan guide & bus Overland 14-Day Yatra (Indian Passport Holders)**from ₹185,000 / US$2,250**Regulated CIPSC pilgrim quota rate via Nepal border, including Tibetan guesthouses, pure vegetarian catering team & sherpa staff Single Room Supplement**+US$450**Private room in Kathmandu, Nyalam and Saga; Darchen and Kora guesthouses are multi-bed dormitory shared Kora Horse / Pony Support (3 Days)**approx. RMB 2,800–3,500 (~$400–$500)**Arranged locally with Tibetan horse-man union in Darchen; paid directly in Chinese Yuan (RMB) cash [Read the full cost guide](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-mansarovar-yatra-cost)[Request a dated quote →](/contact?trip_interest=Kailash%20Mansarovar%20Yatra&source_path=%2Fkailash-mansarovar-yatra&entry_point=kailash-cost#planning-enquiry) Recommended start ## Permits, altitude, accommodation and the Kora The package is only workable when these practical details are discussed together. [Documents ### Permits and travel documents Open the guide →](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-yatra-permits)[Health ### Altitude and acclimatisation Open the guide →](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-yatra-altitude-safety)[Walking ### Kora difficulty and Dolma La Open the guide →](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-parikrama-difficulty)[Trail life ### Hotels, guesthouses and camps Open the guide →](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-yatra-accommodation) Three-day Kora / parikrama ## The Kora is the physical centre of the yatra. The Kailash Parikrama is a 52 km sacred circumambulation completed over 3 days, reverenced by Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and Bonpos. Highlights include Yam Dwar, Dirapuk’s North Face view, the ego-shedding ground of Shivasthal, the strenuous ascent to Dolma La Pass (5,630m), the sacred emerald waters of Gauri Kund, and the historic meditation caves of Milarepa at Zuthulphuk Monastery. Do not treat horse or porter availability as guaranteed medical support. If symptoms worsen, stop and descend according to the guide and operator plan. [Read the full Kora guide →](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-parikrama-guide) Season, preparation and contingency ## Choose the date around access and recovery margin. The main pilgrimage season generally offers the best chance of workable road, accommodation and Kora operations, but no calendar month guarantees access. Nepal's monsoon affects the Kathmandu-to-border road environment while the Tibetan plateau can be cold, windy and snow-affected; current forecasts and operator reports matter more than a simple “best month” label. Prepare for strenuous walking above 4,500 metres, protect sleep and hydration, carry prescribed medication in original packaging and obtain medical advice before booking. Keep at least one protected night before an international flight. Ask in writing what happens after a border delay, route closure, illness, an early return or an incomplete Kora. [Best time and weather →](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/best-time-for-kailash-mansarovar-yatra)[Packing list →](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-yatra-packing-list)[Food and water →](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-yatra-food-and-water) Route alternatives ## Choose the route scope that matches your authority and health plan. These are planning distinctions, not promises of availability. [Compare ### Nepal overland, India programme and other route families Open the guide →](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-yatra-routes-compared)[Lower walking ### Kailash planning without the full Kora Open the guide →](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-yatra-without-parikrama)[Nationality ### Visa and authorisation questions by passport Open the guide →](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-yatra-visa-by-nationality)[Risk ### Insurance, evacuation and disruption terms Open the guide →](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-yatra-insurance) Practical planning ## Keep the useful details close to the route. High-plateau physiology, Dolma La crossing protocols, border transit logistics, pilgrim dormitories and Chinese Yuan cash reserves. ## High-altitude plateau acclimatization and the Dolma La pass The Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is one of the most physically demanding high-altitude pilgrimages on earth. Unlike gradual valley treks in Nepal, the transition onto the Tibetan Plateau is sudden and sustained: - **Baseline Plateau Elevation:** The overland journey remains consistently above **4,000 metres** for more than a week, with overnights at Kerung / Nyalam (**3,750 m**), Saga (**4,640 m**), Lake Mansarovar (**4,590 m**) and Darchen (**4,670 m**). - **The Three-Day Kora (Parikrama):** A 52-kilometre walking circuit around Mount Kailash (**6,638 m**). - *Day 1:* Darchen to Dirapuk (**4,890 m**), walking 12 km through the Lha Chu valley. - *Day 2:* Dirapuk over **Dolma La (5,630 m)** to Zutulphuk (**4,790 m**), walking 22 km over 8 to 10 hours. This is the crux of the pilgrimage, requiring an ascent over frozen scree fields followed by a steep descent past the emerald lake of Gauri Kund (**5,608 m**). - *Day 3:* Zutulphuk to Darchen, a gentle 14 km morning walk. Because sleeping altitudes never drop below 4,500 metres once on the high plateau, acclimatization cannot be rushed. Trekkers should undergo cardiovascular and medical screening before paying a deposit. Carry a pulse oximeter, personal Diamox (acetazolamide) under clinician direction, and plenty of electrolyte hydration salts. For medical guidance, review the [altitude safety guide](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-yatra-altitude-safety). ## Border Access and Overland Convoy Logistics All commercial departures from Kathmandu into Tibet operate as coordinated group itineraries governed by the Tibet Tourism Bureau and Chinese border authorities: - **Nepal-Tibet Border Crossings:** The historic route travels through Kodari / Tatopani to Nyalam, or via Rasuwagadhi to Kerung (Gyirong). Following the flash floods of August 2026 which damaged road infrastructure along the Kyirong corridor, operators actively route through the Kodari–Nyalam border or confirmed reconstructed passages. - **Tibet Transport:** Once across the border, travelers board licensed Tibetan tourist coaches accompanied by an official Tibetan guide and driver. Travel on the Tibetan plateau follows strict point-to-point electronic checkpoint timings along the G219 National Highway. - **Kathmandu Buffer Days:** The China Group Visa requires your original physical passport in Kathmandu for at least **3 to 4 working days** before entering Tibet. Pilgrims must arrive in Kathmandu accordingly, and keep at least one protected buffer night upon return before any non-changeable international flight. Consult the [route comparison guide](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-yatra-routes-compared) for transit protocols. ## Accommodation Standards Across the Pilgrimage Accommodation standards vary markedly between the urban transit cities and the sacred high plateau: - **Kathmandu & Gateway Cities:** Comfortable 3- to 4-star tourist hotels with private en-suite bathrooms, heating and Wi-Fi. - **Saga & Kerung:** Multi-story Tibetan guesthouses or 2- to 3-star plateau hotels with twin beds, electric heating blankets and private or shared bathrooms. - **Mansarovar, Dirapuk & Zutulphuk (The Kora):** Extremely basic, unheated stone or mud-brick pilgrim guesthouses. Trekkers sleep in communal **4- to 8-bed dormitory rooms** on raised wooden platforms with foam pads. Facilities feature outdoor squat or pit latrines without running water. Night temperatures at Dirapuk and Zutulphuk regularly fall to **-10°C to -18°C (0°F to 14°F)** even in July and August. A **heavy four-season sleeping bag rated to -20°C (-4°F)** is essential. Review room arrangements in the [accommodation guide](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-yatra-accommodation). ## Pilgrim Kitchen Support, Food and Hydration To ensure optimal hygiene and dietary comfort across the remote plateau, reputable operators deploy a dedicated **Nepali Sherpa kitchen crew** who travel with the pilgrimage group: - **Dedicated Vegetarian Catering:** Fresh, pure-vegetarian Indian and Nepali meals prepared three times daily (rotis, dal, sabzi, khichdi, idli, upma, soups and rice). - **Packed Lunches & Hydration:** On long drive days and during the Kora, kitchen staff supply hot boiled drinking water in thermos flasks alongside packed vegetarian lunches, dried fruit, nuts and high-calorie energy bars. - **Safe Water:** Tap water across remote Tibetan guesthouses is non-potable. Rely exclusively on kitchen-boiled water or sealed bottled water provided by the tour transport. Review packing and dietary advice in the [food and water guide](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-yatra-food-and-water). ## Out-of-Pocket Expenses and Chinese Yuan Currency Trek packages include Tibetan permits, transport, guesthouse accommodation, meals and kitchen staff. Personal incidentals in Tibet must be paid in **Chinese Yuan (RMB / ¥)**; US dollars, Indian rupees and credit cards are not accepted along the Kora: Swipe to view table → | Pilgrimage Amenity | Typical Cost (RMB) | Approximate USD | Operational Reality | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Kora Pony / Horse Hire (3 Days) | RMB 2,800–3,500 | $400–$500 | Arranged with local Tibetan horsemen association at Darchen | | Tibetan Helper / Horse Handler Tip | RMB 300–500 | $45–$75 | Customary tip for handler managing your pack and horse | | Guesthouse Hot Water Bucket | RMB 30–50 | $4.50–$7.50 | Available for washing in remote guesthouses | | Device Battery Charging | RMB 20–40 | $3.00–$6.00 | Per device; solar-powered, limited at Dirapuk | | Tibetan Guide & Driver Tip | $8–$12 / $6–$8 per day | Group total | Standard pooled gratuity presented at border departure | Exchange foreign currency into **Chinese Yuan in Kathmandu** before departing for the border, as banking services in Saga and Darchen rarely process foreign credit cards. Budget approximately **RMB 4,000 to RMB 5,500 per person** in cash if planning to hire horse or porter support for the Kora. For complete budget breakdowns, see the [Kailash Yatra cost guide](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-mansarovar-yatra-cost). ## Government Clearances, Visa Protocols and Permits Travel to Mount Kailash and Lake Mansarovar is regulated under strict state border controls: - **China Group Visa:** Issued on a collective paper roster by the Embassy of China in Kathmandu. Individual Chinese tourist visas in your passport are routinely cancelled upon issuance of a Group Visa. - **Tibet Travel Permit (TTP):** Issued by the Tibet Tourism Bureau (TTB) in Lhasa. - **Military Permit & Foreign Affairs Permit:** Required for travel through sensitive border counties (Ngari Prefecture). - **CIPSC Clearance for Indian Nationals:** Indian passport holders travel under a dedicated government pilgrim protocol managed by the Foreign Affairs Office and the China-India Pilgrim Service Center (CIPSC). All permits are arranged collectively by the licensed operating agency. Trekkers must supply scanned passport copies 45 to 60 days before travel. Reconfirm current document timelines in the [Kailash permits guide](/kailash-mansarovar-yatra/kailash-yatra-permits). **Written by** [Dinesh Bhusal](https://www.nepaltibetbhutan.com/author-dinesh-bhusal) **Last updated** 1 Sep 2026 **Last fact-checked** 1 Sep 2026 **Sources checked** 2 Questions travellers ask ## Kailash Mansarovar Yatra FAQ How many days does the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra take?+ Use 14–16 days as the preferred planning range for the Kathmandu-to-Kathmandu route when the extra days protect acclimatisation, recovery or contingency. A 13-day plan is a compressed alternative, not the default. What is the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra route from Kathmandu?+ The current route framework is Kathmandu → Kodari / Tatopani → Kodari–Nyalam border → Nyalam → Saga → Lake Mansarovar → Darchen, followed by the three-day Kora and return corridor. Exact checkpoints and overnight stops must be confirmed for the departure, especially after the Kyirong flood. How much does the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra cost?+ Standard 14-day overland packages typically range from US$2,450 to US$2,850 per person for international passport holders (group of 4+), and approximately INR 185,000 to INR 225,000 (US$2,250 to US$2,700) for Indian nationals under CIPSC pilgrim regulations. Costs include Tibet travel permits, China Group Visa, overland transport, Tibetan guide, accommodation and Sherpa kitchen crew. Out-of-pocket expenses include the personal Kora horse/helper (RMB 2,800–3,500) and travel insurance. What permits are needed for Kailash Mansarovar?+ The route is permit-led and normally involves passport, visa, Tibet travel authorisation and operator-managed route permissions. Requirements vary by nationality and policy; confirm the current document chain before fixing flights. How difficult is the Kailash Kora?+ It is a strenuous, high-altitude walking circuit. The Dirapuk–Dolma La–Zutulphuk stage is normally the hardest, with steep, rocky or loose terrain and limited support. Fitness does not remove altitude-illness risk. What happens if I cannot complete the Kora?+ Tell the guide early, stop rather than push through serious symptoms and follow the operator's current turn-back or non-parikrama plan. A partial route, Darchen stay or assisted return is not guaranteed and should be discussed before booking. Is horse or porter support guaranteed?+ No. Availability, rules, weight limits, cost and access vary by stage and departure. Ask what support is actually included, where it can operate and what happens if it is unavailable. Is this the same as the Government of India Kailash Mansarovar Yatra?+ No. The commercial Nepal-to-Tibet route and the Government of India pilgrimage programme are separate route families with different application, selection, logistics and authority processes. Indian passport holders should compare them separately. 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