Kailash/Tibet Travel Information

Visa and Permit to Tibet
A valid passport is required for travel to Tibet. Destination Kathmandu Trek & Expedition Pvt. Ltd.. will process visas for those who have booked their trip with us. Please send the following information, along with photocopy of your valid passport, to Destination Kathmandu for visa processing:

1. FULL NAME AS WRITTEN IN PASSPORT
2. DATE OF BIRTH
3. GENDER
4. OCCUPATION
5. NATIONALITY
6. PASSPORT NUMBER
7. DATE OF ISSUE
8. DATE OF EXPIRATION
________________________________________
Weather and Climate
Geographically, Tibet lies beyond the trans-Himalaya chain of mountains and has minimal rainfall and sunny days. For those traveling to the Kailash region, the best time to visit is from May to September. Mid-day temperatures in this region could rise to as high as 22 degrees Celsius with evening temperatures as low as 8 degrees Celsius, to 12 degrees below zero. March to November is the best time to visit central Tibet.
________________________________________
Health
Those in good health should have no difficulty traveling to this region. Due to the high altitude of this area travelers may experience the effect of altitude sickness, which is characterized by mild headaches, nausea, and loss of appetite. Altitude sickness can be reduced by frequently drinking non-alcoholic liquids, such as water and juice. Travelers are reminded to protect themselves from the strong sunlight which can cause sunburn. Those with health conditions including asthma, diabetes, high blood pressure, epilepsy and cardiac problems should seek a doctor’s approval before embarking on this journey.

For those who have decided to join this Yatra, Destination Kathmandu Trek & Expedition Pvt. Ltd. requests that you engage in some type of health- elated activity prior to your visit, such as yoga, morning walks, or jogging in order to maintain your physical fitness.
________________________________________
Currency
The unit of currency in Tibet is the Renmbi or Yuan. As of February 2002, US $1 is equivalent to Yuan 9 (Yuan 1 = INR 6). This exchange rate is subject to change. Currency can be exchanged at the Bank of China with branches located in Zhangmu, Lhasa and other major cities.
________________________________________
Risk and Liability
Destination Kathmandu Trek & Expedition Pvt. Ltd. will make every effort to ensure that your journey is smooth and as pleasant as possible. However, please be reminded that all programs in Tibet are strictly conducted under the rules and regulations of the Tibet Tourism Bureau. Therefore, neither Destination Kathmandu Trek & Expedition Pvt. Ltd.. nor its Tibetan Agent shall be responsible for any changes in the itinerary due to unavoidable circumstances, including, but not limited to: Government restrictions, landslides, road blockages, flooding, snowfall, political disturbances, flight cancellations, illnesses or accidents. Any additional costs that are a result of such circumstances will be born by the traveler/s.
________________________________________
Insurance
All travelers are advised to purchase travel insurance that provides care and services for sickness, accidents, emergency rescue, etc., related to international travel.

Destination Kathmandu Trek & Expedition Pvt. Ltd.. shall not be responsible for the loss of personal assets and belongings of the traveler/s due to unavoidable reasons or mishap.
________________________________________
Staff
Destination Kathmandu Trek & Expedition Pvt. Ltd.. only employs well-trained, responsible and capable staff that have successfully led many trips for European and Indian groups to this vast region. Each trip is staffed with an experienced guide who speaks English and Hindi, ensuring a pleasant and smooth journey for the group. Destination Kathmandu (p) Ltd. is committed to providing the best and most reliable service for each group for this, " Journey of a Lifetime"!
________________________________________
Transportation
Destination Kathmandu Trek & Expedition Pvt. Ltd.. will arrange all overland transportation. A coach will be provided for the Kathmandu-Kodari-Kathmandu portion of the trip, and 4WD Toyota land cruisers for transport in Tibet. A support truck will carry the necessary camping gear and supplies. Yaks and yak men are arranged to carry camping gears and equipments while trekking.
________________________________________
Medical Supplies and Services
Medical facilities in Tibet are very basic, if at all available. Destination Kathmandu (p) Ltd. will provide a first aid medical kit and equipment for treating high altitude sickness, including an oxygen cylinder with mask and altitude portable chamber. All travelers are requested to bring their own first aid kits with medicines and supplies recommended by their doctor.
________________________________________
Postal Service and Communication
Many areas of Tibet are with communication facilities, including internet, telephone and postal services. In case of emergency, please ask your family and friends to contact the staff at our Kathmandu office, who in-turn will provide information and respond to their needs accordingly.
________________________________________
Clothing
Due to frequent changes in temperature, even moving from inside the land cruiser where it is warm to cooler outside temperatures, travelers will need clothing for both warm and cold periods. Recommended clothing list will be sent to you upon request.

 

Share this post

• < Prev