A third, privately operated route through Nepal has technically been open to Indians since 2023, but high costs and complex permit processes have limited uptake.
Kailash Mansarovar Yatra 2025
For this year, the pilgrimage will start from Delhi, with a total of 250 enthusiastic devotees divided into five groups of 50. The first group of pilgrims is scheduled to enter China through the Lipulekh Pass on July 10, while the final group is expected to depart from China back to India on August 22. As outlined in the MEA statement, each group will follow a carefully structured itinerary designed to ensure a safe and enriching experience.
The journey begins in Delhi, where each group will spend their first night in Tanakpur, a picturesque town in the Champawat district of Uttarakhand. This will be followed by a night in Dharchula, nestled in Pithoragarh. Further along the journey, the pilgrims will spend two nights in Gunji and a subsequent two nights in Nabhidang, both of which offer stunning landscapes and serve as acclimatisation points before crossing into Taklakot in China.
After their spiritually enriching visit to Kailash, the pilgrims will journey back from China. Their travel itinerary includes an overnight stay in Bundi, a picturesque town nestled in the Pithoragarh district. This will be followed by another night in Chaukori, which offers breathtaking views of the majestic Himalayas. The journey continues with a one-night stop in Almora, famed for its cultural richness and panoramic vistas, providing the travelers a taste of the local heritage. Finally, after the journey through these towns, the pilgrims will head to Delhi.
Prior to embarking on the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra, all participants will undergo a thorough health check-up in Delhi to ensure their fitness for the trip. This health assessment will be repeated once more in Gunji, further emphasising the commitment to the wellbeing of the pilgrims during their spiritual adventure.
