Kailash Mansarovar Yatra starts – from June 30, 2025
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra starts from 30 June 2025—after 5 years Indian pilgrims will travel via Lipulekh/ Nathu La route. There is an atmosphere of excitement among Indian devotees—Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is resuming from 30 June 2025 after a break of five (5) years. This holy journey had to be stopped due to COVID-19 and India-China border tensions. Now in coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs, Uttarakhand and Sikkim governments, the journey is going to start again—with strict safety, medical and logistical planning.
Travel Schedule & Routes (Lipulekh & Nathula)
- Lipulekh Pass Route (Uttarakhand):
5 batches of 50 pilgrims each (total 250)
First batch formality starts in Delhi on 30 June; Yatra from July 4 to Tanakpur, then through Lipulekh pass with ITBP escort – area of treading peaks ~17,000 ft.
Pito Hara district DM checked TOUR arrangements—buses, health facilities, BRO landslide clearance included.
- Nathu La Pass Route (Sikkim):
10 batches of 50 pilgrims (total 500)
People who start from Gangtok and take shorter and smoother treks consider this route safe and easy.
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Date & Timings
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Start Date: 30 June 2025
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End Date: Last batch returns around August 26, 2025
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Duration: Approx. 23 days per route including acclimatization visits to Adi Kailash, Patal Bhuvaneshwar Cave Temple, Jageshwar Dham etc.
Who Can Join? (Eligibility) Kailash Mansarovar Yatra
✓ Indian Citizen (Passport required)
✓ Age: 18–70 years
✓ Medically fit for high-altitude trekking
✓ Need valid ID: Aadhaar, PAN, residence proof
✓ Visa & Chinese permissions arranged by MEA/ITBP/KMVN
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Preparations & Ground Setup
Kumaon Mandal Vikas Nigam (KMVN) is the nodal authority for logistical arrangements
ITBP/BRO/Health Dept has cleared the landslide-prone route, set up health checkpoints, and also ensured mobile connectivity.
Ghaziabad Kailash Bhawan me pilgrims stay & formalities are arranged with modern amenities (AC, sanitation, food).
Spiritual & Cultural Significance
- Mount Kailash: Shiv’s abode for Hindus; Ashtapada for Jains; Kangrinpoche for Buddhists; world centre for Bon practitioners
- Pilgrims perform lake parikrama and take bath in Lake Mansarovar—counts as major punya and muktidata
- Mysteries: Twin lakes, time warps, pyramid shape, mirror-like walls—log in natural wonders and spiritual connections are intertwined.
Step‑by‑Step Kailash Mansarovar Yatra Itinerary
| Day | Activity |
| 1–2 | Delhi formalities & baggage checks |
| 3 | Transit to Tanakpur/ Gangtok |
| 4–7 | Acclimatization, travel to Lipulekh / Nathu La |
| 8–12 | Approach Darchen & start parikrama |
| 13–17 | Lake Mansarovar & Chakradhar Parikrama |
| 18–21 | Return via route, visit local temples |
| 22–23 | Back to Delhi, final rites & departure home |
Safety, Health & Weather Tips
Acclimatization days: Follow these guidelines to avoid altitude sickness
Carry medicines: Diamox, pain killers, moisturizers, sunscreens
Stay Hydrated: Minimum 4L water per day
Layered Clothing: Freeze at 17,000 feet—a combo of wool + thermal + windproof
Follow ITBP instructions: During landslides or tricky passes, your orders are essential.
Kailash Mansarovar yatra Cost & Booking Details
- Organized packages: ₹2.5–3 lakh per person (overland) & ₹3–4 lakh for helicopter options
- Helicopter Yatra: Lucknow → Mansarovar in 11 days (~₹2.8 lakh); EMI from ₹9,300/month available (https://www.triptotemples.com/kailash-mansarovar/kailash-yatra-by-helicopter?
- Booking open via MEA, KMVN, travel agencies; preference to those with completed formalities & health certificate.
FAQs – Quick Answers
Q1: Can family members also join?
– Adults aged 18–70 are eligible; children below 18 not allowed.
Q2: Is Visa required?
– Yatra passes through Chinese region; MEA & ITBP ensure single permit for Lipulekh; for Nepal route, standard procedures apply.
Q3: When did booking start?
– Yatra opened in April 2025; allotted batches finalized via lottery/draw system by MOFA
Q4: Helpline for assistance?
– Contact KMVN office, local tourism authority or use ITBP helpline numbers provided during orientation.
Call to Action & Final Tips
Pilgrims – check your health, apply asap, and ensure spiritual preparation
Readers – share with potential travelers; family groups or community members may benefit
Dress smartly, pack light yet warm, stay positive—inner peace and mountain tranquility await you!
Conclusion:
The restart of Kailash Mansarovar Yatra from 30 June 2025 is a spiritual revival—after 5 years, bringing a new hope. An inner journey for youth, elders, Buddha, Jain, Hindu, everyone will be challenging but rewarding. The infrastructure is built, the routes are safe, and only a few reviews and prayers are missing to get the tickets.
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