Our detailed guide covers common queries about the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, Chardham Yatra, and other Religious Tours or Trekking.
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Stay in Tibet during Kailash Manasarovar yatra
Nidhi tours and travels are the first to provideFor the comfort of our guests, we have changed all itineraries to provide Guest House at all places in Tibet side (no more tents) for the same package cost. All Guest House will be based on sharing with Common Bath except in Taklakot. In FAQ – Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Taklakot it will be 3 star category hotel with attached bathroom.
To travel to Mount Kailash and Manasarovar Lake, all yatris must obtain a Chinese Group Visa and Tibet Travel Permit. The entire visa process is managed through our authorized travel partners and includes the following steps:
🛂 Visa & Permit Requirements
📌 Document Submission Process
Indian Nationals:
Foreign Nationals:
The Kailash Manasarovar Yatra requires visa from two countries, Nepal and China.
Minimum 35 pax per group; 1 Sherpa for every 6–8 participants. Groups over 30 can self-set departure dates.
Recommended age range: 18–65 years, though permits have been issued up to 70.
Outer Parikrama: Circles Mount Kailash at lower elevation—easier
Inner Parikrama: Includes Nandi Parvat at higher altitude—longer, physically demanding. Not advised for pilgrims over 60 without strong fitness.
Charan Sparsha (Charansparsha) literally means “touching the feet.” It refers to the sacred act of reaching the base of Mount Kailash and symbolically touching the divine ground during the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra. It is a spiritual gesture of devotion, humility, and surrender to Lord Shiva.
Charan Sparsha holds deep spiritual value for devotees. Since climbing Mount Kailash is prohibited, this ritual allows pilgrims to experience closeness to the divine presence of Lord Shiva by touching the earth near the North Face of Kailash.
No, Charan Sparsha is completely optional. Most pilgrims only perform the Mount Kailash Parikrama (Kora) and may or may not choose to do Charan Sparsha. It is considered a higher spiritual privilege.
Charan Sparsha usually takes place during the Mount Kailash Parikrama, particularly near Deraphuk or the North Face of Kailash, depending on the route and weather conditions.
Climbing is strictly forbidden because Mount Kailash is considered sacred by Hindus, Buddhists, Jains, and followers of Bon. It is believed to be the abode of Lord Shiva, and no human is allowed to step on its peak.
Yes. The route involves high-altitude trekking, which can cause altitude sickness, fatigue, and dehydration. Proper medical clearance, physical fitness, and guidance are necessary.
It is not advised unless cleared by a doctor. The terrain is physically demanding, and health conditions may worsen due to extreme altitude and weather.
Ashtapad is a legendary and sacred mountain in Jainism, believed to be the place where Lord Rishabhdev (Adinath), the first Tirthankara, attained nirvana (liberation). It holds equal reverence in spiritual geography near Mount Kailash.
Traditionally, Ashtapad is believed to lie behind Mount Kailash in Tibet. While the exact location remains unclear, many pilgrims believe it is part of the Kailash Sacred Region.
Currently, Ashtapad is not publicly accessible due to its high-altitude location and security near the Indo-Tibetan border. Some Kailash Yatra routes offer a symbolic or distant view.
Ashta = Eight
Pad = Steps or paths
Ashtapad refers to “eight steps” or “eight-fold path,” interpreted both as a physical terrain and a spiritual path to enlightenment.
The Amarnath Yatra is a sacred annual pilgrimage to the Amarnath Cave Temple in Jammu & Kashmir, where a naturally forming ice Shiva Lingam appears each year and is worshipped by lakhs of devotees.
The yatra is held between June and August, usually during the Shravan month of the Hindu calendar.
It is believed to be the place where Lord Shiva narrated the secret of immortality (Amar Katha) to Goddess Parvati.
Adi Kailash, also called Chhota Kailash, is a sacred mountain peak in Uttarakhand, India. It is considered a spiritual replica of Mount Kailash and holds immense significance for Hindu pilgrims.
Adi Kailash is located in the Pithoragarh district, near the Indo-Tibetan border in Uttarakhand. It is part of the Kumaon Himalayas and is a major site in the Kailash Sacred Circuit.
Yes. Most parts of the Char Dham route are motorable, but trekking is needed for:
Yes. E-pass registration is mandatory through the official Uttarakhand Tourism website.
At Badrinath Temple, devotees worship Lord Vishnu in the form of Badri Narayan, a revered deity in Vaishnavism.
It is situated in Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, on the banks of the Alaknanda River in the Garhwal Himalayas.
Yes, Badrinath is the most accessible Char Dham by road. Buses, cars, and taxis reach up to the temple area.
The best time is between May and October, before or after the monsoon season.
Mobile Phone: How to keep in touch with our friend & family during the trip? Nepali sim card doesn’t work at Tibet side but there will be shops at the phone center on the way to kailash yatra. You can take your mobile with you and buy a sim card there to call your family and relatives.
You have to be physically fit for the Kailas Mansarovar Yatra. It is recommended to get a medical checkup before you plan to go for this religious journey. But it is not mandatory that you have to submit the medical checkup certificate. People with back pain may have problem during the trip on the jagged road. People with asthma or allergic to dust are strongly recommended to wear mask on the dusty road. Besides these people are recommended to practice walking and do exercise and yogas for the physical fitness.
The food provided will be hygienic and pure vegetarian. The local water will be provided for drinking water. You can also purchase mineral water bottle at Tibet side.
As the Kailas Mansarovar is at high altitude the climate is cold so it is recommended that you have warm clothes with you, thermo coat, monkey cap, comfort shoes, masks, walking sticks, sunscreen lotions, sun glasses are also recommended accessories for the trip.