Mount Kailash kora guides

About Mount Kailash kora

Elevation

6,638 m (21,778 ft)

Country

China / Tibet

Climbing history

Facts and information about trekking around the holy peak of Mount Kailash, Tibet, China. Compare prices, dates and itineraries. Read verified reviews.

Notable itineraries

Most trips to Mount Kailash begin with a flight into either Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM), in Kathmandu, or Lhasa Gonggar Airport (LXA). Most guides will opt to meet at one of these two points and arrange transport to the start of the trip, which usually requires about two to three days of driving and acclimatising. Your travel route will vary depending on the expedition you choose. Please refer to the individual guides expeditions for more information.

Weather and best time to go

Weather: During the climbing season, average daily temperatures hover between 10 ºC and 15 ºC (50 ºF and 60 ºF) at the base of Mount Kailash. The spring and autumn tend to be the driest time of year around the mountain., Best Time to Visit: May to October, Average Expedition Length 4 days

Currency

Renminbi (CNY)

Languages

Tibetan, Mandarin

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Recommended gear for Mount Kailash kora

Essentials picked for multi-day treks. Recommended by our expert team.

• Salomon Quest 4 GTX Backpacking Boot (Men's) (trekking boots): View at Campmor
• Leki MCT Vario TA Trekking Poles (trekking poles): View at Campmor
• Osprey Talon 22 Backpack (daypack 30-40L): View at Campmor
• Patagonia Men's Torrentshell 3L Rain Jacket (rain shell): View at Patagonia (Impact)
• Patagonia Men's R1 Air Full-Zip Hoody (fleece / mid layer): View at Campmor
• Sawyer Squeeze 32 oz Water Filter System (water filter): View at Campmor
• Global Rescue membership (rescue and evacuation): View at Global Rescue

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