For these reasons and more, a trip to Kailash Manasarovar is an intense spiritual experience, complete with the inclusion of meditation sessions, satsangs (spiritual discourses) and much more. The 13/14-day trip will commence at Kathmandu, where you will explore the ancient city. Then it journeys into Tibet, with a drive to Saga, and overnight camping and meditation sessions at the breathtaking Manasarovar Lake. This will be followed by the challenging yet fulfilling trek to the North face of Kailash, where you will get a chance to meditate in the presence of the mighty peak before you journey back.
A sojourn to this "roof of the world" is an arduous but rewarding one. Every single traveler of this incredible journey undergoes a humbling and enlightening transformation, which cannot be described, but can only be felt first hand.
Get ready for some incredible experiences. Soak in the sights of cliff-top monasteries, yak caravans leisurely ambling over snowy passes, and the magnificent peaks of the Himalayas. But most importantly, get ready to have an honest peek into your own self. As Sadhguru says, you return home with “a little bit of Kailash with you in your heart and your mind”.
With our team of highly skilled, trained and dedicated volunteers ever ready to help you with every step you take on this memorable journey, you will be enveloped in a sense of endless energy, tranquility and oneness.
This year, our groups will embark on the Kailash Manasarovar Sacred Walk between July 22nd and September 15th.
Come, be a part of this beautiful and enlightening journey with us.
| Group | Arrive/Depart at Kathmandu | Communication Language | Registration Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| S7** | Sep 06 to Sep 18, 2022 |
Russian | Register Now |
| S9** | Sep 07 to Sep 19, 2022 |
English | Register Now |
| A2* | Aug 23 to Sep 03, 2022 |
Tamil | Register Now |
| A3* | Aug 25 to Sep 05, 2022 |
Hindi | Register Now |
| A8* | Sep 2 to Sep 13, 2022 |
English | Register Now |
*This Group is for Indian passport holders living in India.
**This Group is for NRI and Non-Indian Passport Holders.
Please send the following documents together by courier:
Please ensure the copy of your passport pages are clear.
Scanned color copies of Passport & Passport-size photo can be emailed to us.
A registration confirmation will be sent within two weeks of receiving your application, documents and medical reports.
Isha maintains the right to accept or reject any application without providing an explanation.
Get your first glimpse of vibrant Kathmandu as you are transferred to your hotel.
Sadhguru says, “Nepal has witnessed a phenomenal amount of mystical work. The effort was to make the whole country into a sacred tantric body. Just being there is a powerful spiritual experience.”
This bustling city is also the last stop to shop for any last-minute supplies. The day ends with an evening satsang, orientation and dinner before we set off on the sojourn the next day.
This will be a day full of air travel and spectacular views as we fly over the majestic mountains and valleys of Nepal. We will first fly to Pokhara, followed by another flight to the remote village of Simikot, the gateway to Limi Valley and Mount Kailash.
Simikot Valley has an incredible culture and scenic landscape. Located at an altitude of 2910 meters/9550 feet, and being a region that gets little rain, this is an ideal starting place for pilgrims heading into the Himalayas.
Now is the time to start winding down from the hustle and bustle of your busy daily lives.
A highlight of the day will be the drive through Dhinga Valley to the quaint village of Hepka. The whole Hepka Valley has only 3 villages. The people here warmly welcome passing pilgrims and it is impossible not to notice their peaceful demeanor, and how connected they are to the bounty of nature that surrounds them.
We spend time amidst green and luxurious pastures with a backdrop of vibrant hues and colors of the surrounding mountains. An ideal place to stop for acclimatization, as there is plenty of space to walk and explore the terrain, imbibing the energies of this sacred land.
This will be the first night of camping, nestled in the lap of Nepal’s mountains and valleys.
Helicopter travel to Tupling-Limi Valley gives us an opportunity to have a bird’s eye view of our next beautiful camping spot.
A stunning place to spend two more nights and get acclimatized before we journey to higher elevation for our long-awaited Kailash Darshan.
The Limi community is a very close-knit community of people who continue to preserve age-old cultural traditions,including the artistic beauty of their dance.
This small village is surrounded by enchanting landscapes of evergreen forest and vast meadows, which makes it perfect grazing land for the shepherds to bring their herds. Their homes are impressively built of stacked stones and a small amount of timber; humble and efficient architecture in its simplest expression. Travel to such remote destinations can be a surreal experience for those coming from bustling cities.
We drive to Lapcha at the Nepal-Tibet border. It is time to experience the powerful and indescribable phenomenon of this revered space and participate in an intense meditative process designed by Sadhguru to help enhance your receptivity to the potent energies of Manasarovar and the sacred Mount Kailash.
Be ready to imbibe the energies of this vast and multifaceted landscape surrounded by grand mountain peaks . Here, we will spend the day in meditation, beholding the South Face of beloved Kailash and Lake Manasarovar.
Gently embracing the day’s experience, we return to our cozy campsite at Tupling.
We make our way back to Simikot and enjoy the last helicopter ride over the vast and versatile mountain ranges of the land.
People of this land exude wisdom and humility like no other. And the memories of your experience of this are sure to remain with you forever.
Making our way back to Kathmandu, we fly to Pokhara to visit significant and unique sacred spaces.
We will visit Nepal’s most famous cave, Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, dedicated to Lord Shiva. This cave is almost 3 km long and possibly the longest cave in Nepal.
Also on the agenda is a boat ride to Tal Barahi Temple. Located at the center of Phewa Lake, this two-storey pagoda is where Goddess Durga is worshipped as Barahi Devi.
Nearing the end of the journey, we travel back to Kathmandu, but not without devoting the day to a guided sightseeing tour of this 2000-year-old city. Pashupatinath Temple complex is of top priority, followed by two other gems on your itinerary – Patan, the ancient city of fine arts, and Boudhanath Stupa, the largest Buddhist stupa in the world.
After the immensity of this journey, we close the sojourn with a satsang and Guru Pooja, an offering of gratitude to the great Gurus of the past and present.
You will return from the sojourn carrying, as Sadhguru says, “a little bit of Kailash with you, in your heart and in your mind.”
• A dedicated Isha team to manage the entire sojourn
• A qualified doctor, especially trained to handle high-altitude sickness and other conditions that may arise, will accompany the group throughout the journey. The doctor will be equipped with all necessary medications and equipment including life-saving oxygen cylinders and Gamow bags.
• Five star hotel accommodation for three nights in Kathmandu on a twin-sharing basis
• Airport pickup and drop off will be available on the specified program start and end dates.
• Arrangements and guidance to visit Patan, the ancient city of fine arts and Boudhnath Stupa, the largest Buddhist stupa in the world
• All travel arrangements in Nepal and Tibet with experienced and friendly drivers • Round-trip flight from Kathmandu to Lhasa and return
• Visa and permit fee for Tibet/China
• Accommodation at the best hotels/guest houses in Tibet
• Wholesome vegetarian food
• Mineral water for the entire journey
• Pony for the sick or elderly during the trek
• Complimentary T-shirt and duffle bag
• Down jacket on a returnable basis
• Select photos of the journey will be sent after the sojourn Please plan for cost towards:
• Personal expenses
• Excess airline baggage fee if you exceed the weight limit. Please note that you are allowed to carry only 15 kg check-in baggage and 7 kg hand luggage on the flights between Kathmandu and Lhasa
• Personal porter while trekking to Mt. Kailash, if you require one.
• Expenses in case of evacuation due to medical emergencies (for travel, boarding, lodging and medical arrangements). • Extra expenses incurred due to natural calamity such as earthquake, landslide, floods or change of government rules, etc.
• Gratuity for drivers, cooks and porters on last day of the journey.
It is necessary to have completed the Inner Engineering Program. For upcoming programs nearest you, visit www.innerengineering.com.
Indian Passport holders do not require a visa for Nepal. The Tibet permit and visa for everyone will be organized by Isha Sacred Walks. 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.
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.
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.
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 must have a consent form signed by the parent/guardian.
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+91 9488 111 333
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You can either submit the form online or a registration form can be sent to you on request. You are also required to send us three copies of your passport (front and back pages with all relevant personal and passport details) along with four passport size photos. A passport scan via email is also accepted. A medical form is attached with the registration form with necessary instructions. This should be signed by a registered medical practitioner.
Participants must be between 18 and 65 years of age. Participants below the age of 18 must either be accompanied by a parent/guardian or a consent form needs to be signed by them. People above 65 years of age are requested to undergo additional medical tests to determine their physical fitness.
A valid passport is needed with a minimum validity of 180 days from the last date of the Kailash sojourn.
There could be expenses, if you choose to hire a pony or a porter during the trek.
You may be required to travel for a 5 hr – 8 hr stretch.
Pay phones are available almost everywhere. BSNL and Airtel cell phones work fairly well in the Himalayan region.
Although home to many scenic and tourist places where there has been a lot of development, the places of pilgrimage still remain very basic in terms of conveniences. Therefore, the quality of accommodation can be very basic and it may be necessary at times to share a room with a few others.
Yes. You are required to trek through high altitude regions. In such places, air pressure and density is decreased compared to mean sea level and people may suffer from hypoxia (oxygen deficiency). Participants hence need to be screened thoroughly before they are exposed to high altitudes.
Yes, it is necessary to undergo medical examination every time before going to a high altitude region.
By undergoing all the medical tests mentioned in the medical form and consulting your physician about your fitness to travel to a high altitude of 19,000 feet and above.
Yes, you are advised to take sufficient stock of medicines to last the entire duration of the trip.
A qualified and well-equipped doctor specially trained to handle high-altitude sickness and other conditions that may arise, will accompany you throughout the program.
Warm clothing such as thermal wears, gloves, woolen socks, etc are available in major cities like Delhi, Mumbai and Bangalore, etc. For shoes, any brand such as Nike, Adidas or Reebok offers good water-resistant shoes and are available in almost all cities and towns.
Going to Mt. Everest is not recommended given the high rate of aircraft accidents. Travel to Mukthinath is possible if the weather is good and you are willing to stay for an extra 3 – 5 days along with the additional cost.
I felt like somebody took me by the hand to Kailash and safely brought me back. It was like a mother taking her child to kindergarten.
The reverberation of the sonorous chant “Shambho” as we chanted sitting by Lake Manasarovar will continue to beat with my heart through my lifetime. The experience of meditating sitting in front of Mount Kailash in Dirapuk is inexpressible in words.
For me, Kailash Yatra is not an event. It is a process. I came back to Hyderabad but the Kailash Yatra process is still underway… inside of me.
"My experience has been awesome for Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2017. I'm amazed the way Isha volunteers took care of us with all the grace and patience. A big thanks to Sadhguru and Isha Foundation for taking me to the most beautiful journey of my life."
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