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PROGRESS REPORT FROM DIVYESHKUMAR NATWARLAL LAD - THE FIRST RECIPIENT OF EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP FROM PRAJAPATI VISHVA ASHRAM IN THE YEAR 2000
Posted by Ashram News Reporter on June 19, 2001 |
As is recommended in Bhagvad Gita,
knowledge through education is the only shakti (power) in the entire
creation that will free a human being from all shackles of pain creators including
poverty, unhealthy lifestyle, no progress, no prosperity and in general no
evolution. Evolution is a must for any human being as per Slok 3.10 of Bhagvad
Gita where by our Creator Brhmah in his
human incarnation as Shree Krishna Bhagvan
told us so:
" In the earliest eon,
Prajapati Brahmaa created the human beings with a karma-rup yagna and had said
to the humanity thus: " You shall prosper with this yagna; you shall
procreate humanity; and this yagna shall be the granter of success in all the
deeds you may desire to perform".
The above cannot come true with lack of gnaan (knowledge). And hence Prajapati
Vishva Ashram's first social program was the Education
Scholarship Program to enable any Prajapati in the world to get as
much knowledge as one wished and not be stopped by the mere limitation of money
which appears to be the key mortal "shakti" in the current Kali-yuga.
Divyeshkumar Natwarlal Lad, age 17, had
very high marks in his final year of secondary school and wished to go to
university. But Divyesh and his parents were not blessed with the mortal shakti
of money. However, with the grace of Bhagvan, Divyesh was empowered by the gnaan-daan
(donation of the means to knowledge acquisition) of Prajaptio through Prajapati
Vishva Asharm.... and Divyeshkumar has
shown he was worth the trust of his fellow Prajapatio.............as per his
progress report from the faculty of Information Technology at the University
of Vallabh Vidya Nagar, Gujarat..........
| This is the first progress report from the Prajapati student, Divyeshkumar
Natwarlal Lad, who received the first scholarship from the Education
Scholarship Program of Prajapati Vishva Asharm started in year
2000:
"Namaste Respected Champakbhai & Chandrakantbhai:
I just
arrived at my home at Soldhara today May 22nd, 2001 from the University of
Vallabh Vidya Nagar. I had not forget you because you help me in such a nice
way. The two semesters were running very fast for the last six months because we
were somewhat late when we took the admission from the third semester period
last year. I will get free E-mail service in my college. So I did not open my
account in Cyber-cafe as you had suggested. Now, from July, 2001 I will open my
email account at the college. Up to that time, please forgive my mistake of not
communicating with you with email. I will try to connect with you nicely from
thereon. I have got 77 % in first semester. My second semester is completed and
external exam of this second semester will start from 14th June 2001. Presently
I am at Soldhara due to vacation in college.
My
experience in first two semesters is very nice and happy. I have got good
knowledge from my experience in first two semesters from these subjects:.
1st Semester:
(1) Mathematics- 1
(2) Basic civil engineering
(3) Introduction to Computer Engineering. & Technology
(4) Basic Electronics & Electrical Engineering.
(5) Language & Communication skills
2nd Semester:
(1) Mathematics –II
(2) Basic Mechanical Engineering.
(3) Engineering Mechanics
(4) Engineering Graphics
(5) Fundamental of Electronics
Sirs, actually we are not given
marks. The percentage marks indicate earlier are just for course assignments. We
are given only “ Grade”. So I am letting you know my approximate grades as
follows:
Subject
Grade
1. Mathematics-I
A
2. Basic Civil
Engineering
B
3. Basic Electronics & Electrical
Engineering.
B
4. Introduction to Computer Engineering &
Technology C
5 Language & Communication
skill
C
My semester performance index = 7.65 ( from 10)
Sirs, my annual exam of 2nd
semester will start 14th June so I am busy in my study. I have not thought
anything yet about third semester. After my annual exam I will write you as to
what I want to do.
About Fees I will write in my next
e-mail because after passing this semester, the admission for next semester will
be done and it will be possible to decreases fees as the year progress.
My University of Vallabh Vidya
Nagar is very famous and has a big staff. The major faculties are:(1)
Information technology (2) Computer Engineering (3) Mechanical Engineering. (4)
Electronics & Communication Engineering. (5) Chemical Engineering (6)
Mechatronics Engineering.......etc.
Most of industrial and commercial
businesses in Gujarat arrange campus interviews for offering employment to the
graduates. This is one best benefit of my university.
Sandipkumar Thakorbhai Lad is also
with me in IT . He is studying with his own finances. He is handicapped from
childhood polio. He had got 91% in science in his final year in the secondary
school. He is from Tankal in Chikhli taluka. His semester performance
index was approximate 7.0 in the last semester.
I am telling very happy and thanks
your for helping me in my higher study. My father and mother also thank all of
you for helping me. They always advise me about properly using the scholarship I
have received from Prajapati Vishva Ashram . My parents give me approximately Rs
500 per month to supplement the Rs 9000 I have received in scholarship from
Prajapati Vishva Ashram for the first two semesters, that is from November, 2000
to June 2001 period
As per the request from Shree
Champakbhai, I will like to propose one needy student whose name is ( name kept
out till the scholarship is proposed) from Chikhli Taluka, District
Navsari, Gujarat. This student has got 80.77% in overall subject and in science
subjects approximately. 87 % and he wants to go for a medical degree but does
not have finances to study further.
Regards from Divyesh to all Prajapatio volunteers and
donors of Prajapati Vishva Ashram and all Prajapatio across the world..
From,
Divyeshkumar
Natvarlal Lad.
From
Soldhara, Chikhli Taluka, Navasari District, Gujarat presently studying at
Vallabh Vidya Nagar for a 4 year degree course in Information Technology."
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There are 4 additional comments. | #1 Posted by Bk Basnet on 11/25/2004 |
Dear Travel Colleagues,
Namaste & cordial greetings from Parikrama Treks, Nepal!
I take this opportunity to introduce to you Parikrama Treks and Expeditions, a government registered adventure travel company was established by Bal Kumar Basnet in 1996. Since its establishment, it is one of the most reputed companies in the country offering varieties of treks and tours to Holy Mt. Kailash & Lake Manasarovar in Tibet and Treks of all duration to different regions of Nepal.
Without taking your time, I'd like to enquire if you're operating tours to the Himalayan region of Nepal & Tibet and are looking for an agent in Nepal to operate your tours. It would be an honor for me to act as your associate business partner acquainting to the various needs of the clients in a very professional and personalized matter, yet at a reasonable cost.
In context to the above introduction, I would like to put forward the
GUARANTEED DEPARTURE DATES & SPECIAL COST FOR 14 DAYS MT. KAILASH & LAKE MANASAROVAR YATRA
May 18th, 2005'
June 17th
July 16th
August 14th
September 13th, 2005'
The below mentioned dates have been prepared keeping the "FULL MOON" under consideration
SPECIAL COST PER PERSON:
Foreign Nationals: US$ 1550.00 PER PERSON ON FULL BOARD BASIS.
Indian Nationals: INR 45,000 PER PERSON ON FULL BOARD BASIS.
I would be pleased to start a dialogue with you and your well reputed organisation in order to start a meaningful and long lasting relationship. I hope you will give a serious thought over my matter and avail to me your needs and requirements for Nepal & Tibet.For further details, please visit our website: www.paritreks.com
"Give us an opportunity to serve you and feel the difference"
Sincerely Your's
Bal Kumar Basnet
Managing Director
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| #3 Posted by Bal Kumar Basnet on 4/29/2007 |
Please accept cordial greetings and Namaste from Nepal . I would like to express my heartfelt gratitudes for your aspiring message in a view to visit Kailash Parbat. It would be my immense pleasure to organize the visit Mt. Kailash for you and your friends according to your time, interest and budget and assist you to make your Nepal/Tibet visit a most memorable and rewarding one.
I am hereby providing you some information including date, itinerary and cost for Kailash Parbat tour as below.
FIXED DEPARTURES FOR 2007:
MAY - 19th, 2007
MAY - 24th, 2007 (Full Moon Day on June 1st)
JUNE - 9th, 2007 ( With Saga Dawa Festival at Tarboche)
JUNE - 24th, 2007 (Full Moon Day on June 30th)
JULY - 20th, 2007 (Full Moon Day in Mansarovar)
JULY - 22nd, 2007 (Full Moon Day on July 30th)
AUGUST - 21st, 2007 (Full Moon Day on Aug 28th)
SEPTEMBER - 18th, 2007 (Full Moon Day on Sep 26th)
Itinerary - 13 DAYS MT. KAILASH TOUR (Drive in / out):
DAY 01 ARRIVE KATHMANDU – O/N HOTEL
Arrive Kathmandu , meet at the airport and escort to your hotel
DAY 02 IN KATHMANDU– O/N HOTEL
Today we will visit temple of PASUPATHINATH biggest & most revered Hindu shrine. After paying homage to the lord Pasupathi we then continue to enjoy sights of some of the heritages and highlights of Kathmandu city including BUDDHANILKANTHA, the where lies the temple of Narayan famous for it's large idol of Naryan laying on the bed of snakes in water, BOUDHANATH largest Buddhist Stupa in town, BHAKTAPUR 15th century palace of 55 windows and & durbar Square.
DAY 03 DRIVE TO NYALAM (3750m) – O/N GUEST HOUSE
We leave Kathmandu early in the morning, driving for 123 km (approx 5hrs) through the beautiful Nepalese countryside to Kodari on the Nepal - Tibet border. After completing the border formalities at both the Nepalese and Chinese immigration posts we drive up 8 km (approx ˝ hrs) a series of incredibly steep switchbacks to Zhangmu on the Tibetan side of the border. A short drive of only 30km (approx 1 hrs) from the border takes us to Nyalam, on a steep winding road which passes through a mossy gully with cascading waterfalls.
DAY 04 REST DAY IN NYALAM – O/N GUEST HOUSE
We spend a rest day in Nyalam today in order to acclimatize before heading up higher. A short way out of town there is a small temple, Nyalam Pelgye Ling, which is associated with Milarepa.
DAY 05 DRIVE TO SAGA (4840m) – O/N CAMP
Today we drive approx 8 hrs (250 km) to the huge lake called Peiku-tso crossing two high passes. After a picnic lunch at bank of Peiku-tso lake we continue drive to Saga crossing the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra River ) on a ferry.
DAY 06 DRIVE TO BARAYANG (4540m) – O/N CAMP
A longer day’s drive today, (250 km) 8 hrs approx, takes us to Barayang, We continue on across the vast dry plains to the small town of Barayang .
DAY 07 DRIVE TO MANSAROVAR (4558m) – O/N GUEST HOUSE /CAMP
A longer day’s drive today, 280 km approx 8 hrs From Barayang, we set out across the plains to Manasarovar located just 30km south of Mt Kailash. The lake is separated from another lake, Rakshas Tal, myth has it here Ravana prayed and had the audience with Shiva.
DAY 08 DRIVE TO DARCHEN (4560m) – O/N CAMP
Leaving the lake, we drive for about 30 km towards Darchen, the Base Camp of Kailash where we stay at Guest house.
DAY 09 TREK TO DIRA-PUK (4900m) – O/N CAMP
Drive about 5 km to Tarboche, this is the starting point for our kora, the 53km trek around the mountain. From Tarboche, we walk up the Lha Chu Valley through beautiful green meadows and streams with Mt Kailash towering above us. Those who do want wish to trek around Kailash can go back to Mansorovar or Darchen and wait for the kora group to return.
DAY 10 TREK TO ZUTUL-PUK (4790m) – O/N CAMP
We now leave the Lha Chu Valley and enter the Drolma Chu Valley , heading up towards a high pass, the Drolma La (5630m). It’s a tough climb to the summit which is festooned with prayer flags but from there it is all downhill or flat to Zutul-puk.
DAY 11 TREK TO DARCHEN (4560m) DRIVE TO MANASAROVAR – O/N GUEST HOUSE/CAMP
On the final day of the kora we cross several streams. We then enter the Bharka plain and it’s about an hour’s walk through this desert-like landscape to Darchen. We board the car waiting at Darchen and drive approx 2 hrs to Manasarovar for overnight halt.
DAY 12 DRIVE TO BARYANG (4750m) – O/N CAMP
Today is a long drive, about 280km, back to Baryang.
DAY 13 DRIVE TO SAGA (4600m) – O/N CAMP
We continue driving today along a 250km stretch of road to Saga.
DAY 14 DRIVE TO NYALAM (3750m) – O/N GUEST HOUSE
Leaving Saga, we again cross the Yarlung Tsangpo by ferry, and pass by Peiku-tso before arriving back at Nyalam.
DAY 15 DRIVE TO KATHMANDU (1400m) – O/N HOTEL
From Nyalam, we head back to the border town of Zhangmu . From Zhangmu, it’s a short drive to the Friendship Bridge which spans the Bhote Kosi River and marks the Chinese - Nepalese border. We say goodbye to our Tibetan guide and driver and walk to Nepalese Immigration Control in Kodari where we will be met by our Nepalese staff. After completing the re-entry formalities we continue the drive to Kathmandu which, depending on road and weather conditions, should take about 5-6 hours.
DAY 16 DEPART KATHMANDU
We leave hotel and drive to Tribhuvan Int'l airport to board the plane home.
TOUR COST :
US$ 1625.00 per person twin sharing upon joining our pilgrimage tour group.
INR 60,000.00 per person twin sharing upon joining our pilgrimage tour group.Single room supplement INR 6500.00 nett
EXTRA COST FOR TIBET / CHINA VISA:
US$ 59 per person (inclusive of rush fee) for US nationals.
US$ 45 per person (inclusive of rush fee) for Non - US nationals.
Cost includes:
- 3 nights hotel in Kathmandu in a 3/4 star hotel on bed+breakfast on twin sharing basis
- Fully catered tours with support of Nepali crew and/or specialist Indian cook.
- Accommodation at tented camp & local guest houses (as specified in the itinerary).
- Round trip transportation in Tibet by 4WD Land cruiser (4passengers in each car) and support truck.
- Tibet travel permit and other applicable entrance fees.
- Supply of mineral water throughout the trip.
- Required Yak & Yak driver for luggage during trekking (Parikrama) around Mt. Kailash .
- Gammov bag (pressure bag), Oxygen bottle and first-aid kid for emergency use.
- Private boarder transfer, Kathmandu sightseeing & airport transfer
Costs exclude:
- Any expenses incurred during medical emergency evacuation and road blockage due any reason.
- International airfare, airport tax.
- Nepal visa fee
- Any expenses of personal nature.
- Personal equipment & clothing (including down jacket & sleeping bags)
- Tibet/China Visa Fee
- Photography & filming fee
Visa & Entry Procedure
These are subject to change and depend on whether you join the trip in Kathmandu or China . If you are joining the trip in Kathmandu you will need a multiple entry visa for Nepal which can be obtained either from your nearest Nepalese consulate or on arrival in Nepal . If you are staying only 3 days in Nepal you are entitled to free visa.
For Tibet , we organize a group visa, and in order to do this we will need a copy of your passport at least 20 days prior to the commencement of your trip, followed by your actual passport one day before the visa issuing days. If you are entering via mainland China you have to obtain Chinese visa from you home country. Visa regulation in Tibet keep changing please ask us for latest Tibet visa information
Guide & Accommodation
Throughout your time in Tibet you will be accompanied by a knowledgeable Tibetan guide who will not only act as an interpreter but will also provide a valuable insight into the Tibetan way of life.
In Lhasa , accommodation will be at Dhood Gu or similar standard hotel. It is renowned for its hospitality and warm Tibetan atmosphere and is perfectly situated in the centre of town just a few minutes walk from the Jokhang Temple and Barkor. Elsewhere along the route, accommodation will be in the best available hotels. Meals will either be in the hotel or at a restaurant of your choice (where available). Whilst on the road, lunch will be at one of the many Chinese tea shops along the way which generally serve a variety of noodle and vegetable dishes and meat where available.
Transportation in Tibet
The roads in Tibet can at times become quite rough and impassable for many vehicles, It can at times become quite rough and impassable for many vehicles, so for this reason we use best Land cruiser 4WDs (Toyota 4500). These vehicles are extremely reliable and will make the journey as comfortable as possible. As for the trekking and climbing there will be a truck for carrying luggage and trek equipments. We’ll drive for several hours, stopping along the way for photographs or places of special interest, before stopping for lunch at around midday . After lunch we continue our journey, generally arriving at our destination by 3 or 4pm .
Best Time to Visit Tibet
Despite the high altitude of the Tibetan Plateau, the daytime temperatures are actually quite mild. Between April and November the average temperature ranges form 15-25 degrees Celsius and the skies are generally clear and blue. From July to August though there can be the odd shower during the day. The nights, however, can be very cold and temperatures can drop below 0 degrees Celsius. During the day a light shirt or jumper and lightweight pants will be suitable, but a warm fleece or down jacket is recommended for the evenings.
The best time of year for overland tours in Tibet is from April to November and for treks and Mt. Kailash tour from April to the beginning of October.
About Trekking in Tibet
Our all treks and Mt. Kailash tours are fully catered by our qualified and experienced crew from Nepal and a professional English speaking Tibetan guide. Loads are usually carried by Yaks.
A typical day begins with a hot cup of tea brought to the tent at about 6 am , followed by a bowl of hot water for washing. After packing our bags and having a good breakfast, we set off on the morning's walk. All you need to carry is a small daypack containing a water bottle, camera, sun cream, hat, rain-jacket and a warm jumper, just in case. The porters or yaks will carry everything else for you. After walking for 3-4 hours we stop for lunch at around midday . The afternoon's walk is generally shorter and we arrive at camp in time for a nice cup of tea. The remainder of the afternoon can be spent exploring the nearby villages, doing a bit of washing or simply relaxing with a good book. Dinner is usually served between 6 and 7pm and after dinner, the evening is often spent playing cards or talking with the crew – and sometimes there will even be some singing and dancing before heading off to the tent for a well-earned sleep.
Food on Trek
Apart from when you are staying in hotels, your cook will provide 3 tasty, plentiful and nutritious meals daily with a variety of local and Western dishes. To start the day, breakfast consists of a choice of porridge, muesli and cereal followed by omelet, fried or scrambled eggs with chapattis or bread.
Lunch is generally a selection of salad, cooked vegetable dishes, pasta and traditional breads. After a long day on the trail, dinner is a hearty 3-course meal - soup, followed by a variety of vegetable, meat, rice and pasta dishes and completed with a simple dessert.
Tea, coffee and hot chocolate are also provided at all meals. We use as much fresh produce as possible and our cooks and kitchen crew maintain exceptional standards of cleanliness and food preparation hygiene. Special dietary requirements can always be catered for.
Health/Insurance
Vaccination requirements change frequently, so we suggest you consult your doctor at least 2 months prior to your trip. We also recommend that each person carries a basic first aid kit. The main health consideration in Tibet is altitude related illness or Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). You may experience some mild symptoms initially, such as headache, lethargy, nausea and difficulty sleeping, but these should lessen within a few days. A supply of bottled oxygen is carried in the vehicle at all times should it be required. We also carry a Portable Altitude Chamber (PAC) on all our Tibet treks and mt. kailash tours in case of altitude sickness.
Hotels in Lhasa are equipped with oxygen. Doctors will also be available on call. A supply of bottled oxygen is carried in the vehicle at all times. If you have ever suffered from altitude sickness, or have a heart or breathing complaint, we highly recommend you consult your doctor about your suitability for traveling to Tibet before booking. When flying to Lhasa we recommend you rest for the afternoon to help acclimatization. Age is no barrier to enjoy an unforgettable trip to Tibet .
If you have any pre-existing medical condition, please consult your doctor before booking and bring adequate medication for any such condition.
In the case of a serious sickness or a casualty, which we believe will not happen; you shall be driven by a land cruiser to nearest Nepal – Tibet border as helicopter is not allowed to fly in Tibet . Since you are entirely liable for all the expenses incurred in evacuation please make sure that it is covered by your insurance before assigning for it or be prepared to pay on your own after getting back in Kathmandu .
Getting into Tibet
Our tours and treks are based on entry and exit from Kathmandu . However, you can also enter from parts of Mainland China , i.e. Beijing , Chengdu etc.
Air China flies between Kathmandu and Lhasa (Tue, Thu & Sat in 2005) across the mighty Himalayas . This flight offers spectacular views of Mt. Everest , Makalu and many other Himalayan giants. All our trips, which begin by flying into Lhasa , can be joined from Kathmandu , Beijing , Hong Kong , Chengdu or Bangkok (via Chengdu ). In the cities above you will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. You will then have he chance to see the sights before being transferred to the airport the next day for your flight to Lhasa . Additional accommodation in Kathmandu , Beijing , Hong Kong , Bangkok or Chengdu can be arranged, please ask us for more detail.
Clothing & Equipment
* Down jacket or warm fleece top
* Thermal underwear (top and bottom)
* Cotton shirts (short and long sleeved)
* Warm and cotton trousers
* Sun polarized sunglasses
* Beanie or warm woollen hat and gloves
* Scarf (to keep out dust as well as cold)
* Sandals (flip-flops)
* Towel
* Sleeping bag (for camping/trekking)
* Rain jacket
* Strong sun cream and lip protector
* Moisturizer
* Water bottle
* Camera (and plenty of film and spare batteries)
Please check above and do let us know for more details
Regards,
Basnet
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| #4 Posted by Bal kumar basnet on 4/29/2007 |
Please accept cordial greetings and Namaste from Nepal . I would like to express my heartfelt gratitudes for your aspiring message in a view to visit Kailash Parbat. It would be my immense pleasure to organize the visit Mt. Kailash for you and your friends according to your time, interest and budget and assist you to make your Nepal/Tibet visit a most memorable and rewarding one.
I am hereby providing you some information including date, itinerary and cost for Kailash Parbat tour as below.
FIXED DEPARTURES FOR 2007:
MAY - 19th, 2007
MAY - 24th, 2007 (Full Moon Day on June 1st)
JUNE - 9th, 2007 ( With Saga Dawa Festival at Tarboche)
JUNE - 24th, 2007 (Full Moon Day on June 30th)
JULY - 20th, 2007 (Full Moon Day in Mansarovar)
JULY - 22nd, 2007 (Full Moon Day on July 30th)
AUGUST - 21st, 2007 (Full Moon Day on Aug 28th)
SEPTEMBER - 18th, 2007 (Full Moon Day on Sep 26th)
Itinerary - 13 DAYS MT. KAILASH TOUR (Drive in / out):
DAY 01 ARRIVE KATHMANDU – O/N HOTEL
Arrive Kathmandu , meet at the airport and escort to your hotel
DAY 02 IN KATHMANDU– O/N HOTEL
Today we will visit temple of PASUPATHINATH biggest & most revered Hindu shrine. After paying homage to the lord Pasupathi we then continue to enjoy sights of some of the heritages and highlights of Kathmandu city including BUDDHANILKANTHA, the where lies the temple of Narayan famous for it's large idol of Naryan laying on the bed of snakes in water, BOUDHANATH largest Buddhist Stupa in town, BHAKTAPUR 15th century palace of 55 windows and & durbar Square.
DAY 03 DRIVE TO NYALAM (3750m) – O/N GUEST HOUSE
We leave Kathmandu early in the morning, driving for 123 km (approx 5hrs) through the beautiful Nepalese countryside to Kodari on the Nepal - Tibet border. After completing the border formalities at both the Nepalese and Chinese immigration posts we drive up 8 km (approx ˝ hrs) a series of incredibly steep switchbacks to Zhangmu on the Tibetan side of the border. A short drive of only 30km (approx 1 hrs) from the border takes us to Nyalam, on a steep winding road which passes through a mossy gully with cascading waterfalls.
DAY 04 REST DAY IN NYALAM – O/N GUEST HOUSE
We spend a rest day in Nyalam today in order to acclimatize before heading up higher. A short way out of town there is a small temple, Nyalam Pelgye Ling, which is associated with Milarepa.
DAY 05 DRIVE TO SAGA (4840m) – O/N CAMP
Today we drive approx 8 hrs (250 km) to the huge lake called Peiku-tso crossing two high passes. After a picnic lunch at bank of Peiku-tso lake we continue drive to Saga crossing the Yarlung Tsangpo (Brahmaputra River ) on a ferry.
DAY 06 DRIVE TO BARAYANG (4540m) – O/N CAMP
A longer day’s drive today, (250 km) 8 hrs approx, takes us to Barayang, We continue on across the vast dry plains to the small town of Barayang .
DAY 07 DRIVE TO MANSAROVAR (4558m) – O/N GUEST HOUSE /CAMP
A longer day’s drive today, 280 km approx 8 hrs From Barayang, we set out across the plains to Manasarovar located just 30km south of Mt Kailash. The lake is separated from another lake, Rakshas Tal, myth has it here Ravana prayed and had the audience with Shiva.
DAY 08 DRIVE TO DARCHEN (4560m) – O/N CAMP
Leaving the lake, we drive for about 30 km towards Darchen, the Base Camp of Kailash where we stay at Guest house.
DAY 09 TREK TO DIRA-PUK (4900m) – O/N CAMP
Drive about 5 km to Tarboche, this is the starting point for our kora, the 53km trek around the mountain. From Tarboche, we walk up the Lha Chu Valley through beautiful green meadows and streams with Mt Kailash towering above us. Those who do want wish to trek around Kailash can go back to Mansorovar or Darchen and wait for the kora group to return.
DAY 10 TREK TO ZUTUL-PUK (4790m) – O/N CAMP
We now leave the Lha Chu Valley and enter the Drolma Chu Valley , heading up towards a high pass, the Drolma La (5630m). It’s a tough climb to the summit which is festooned with prayer flags but from there it is all downhill or flat to Zutul-puk.
DAY 11 TREK TO DARCHEN (4560m) DRIVE TO MANASAROVAR – O/N GUEST HOUSE/CAMP
On the final day of the kora we cross several streams. We then enter the Bharka plain and it’s about an hour’s walk through this desert-like landscape to Darchen. We board the car waiting at Darchen and drive approx 2 hrs to Manasarovar for overnight halt.
DAY 12 DRIVE TO BARYANG (4750m) – O/N CAMP
Today is a long drive, about 280km, back to Baryang.
DAY 13 DRIVE TO SAGA (4600m) – O/N CAMP
We continue driving today along a 250km stretch of road to Saga.
DAY 14 DRIVE TO NYALAM (3750m) – O/N GUEST HOUSE
Leaving Saga, we again cross the Yarlung Tsangpo by ferry, and pass by Peiku-tso before arriving back at Nyalam.
DAY 15 DRIVE TO KATHMANDU (1400m) – O/N HOTEL
From Nyalam, we head back to the border town of Zhangmu . From Zhangmu, it’s a short drive to the Friendship Bridge which spans the Bhote Kosi River and marks the Chinese - Nepalese border. We say goodbye to our Tibetan guide and driver and walk to Nepalese Immigration Control in Kodari where we will be met by our Nepalese staff. After completing the re-entry formalities we continue the drive to Kathmandu which, depending on road and weather conditions, should take about 5-6 hours.
DAY 16 DEPART KATHMANDU
We leave hotel and drive to Tribhuvan Int'l airport to board the plane home.
TOUR COST :
US$ 1625.00 per person twin sharing upon joining our pilgrimage tour group.
INR 60,000.00 per person twin sharing upon joining our pilgrimage tour group.Single room supplement INR 6500.00 nett
EXTRA COST FOR TIBET / CHINA VISA:
US$ 59 per person (inclusive of rush fee) for US nationals.
US$ 45 per person (inclusive of rush fee) for Non - US nationals.
Cost includes:
- 3 nights hotel in Kathmandu in a 3/4 star hotel on bed+breakfast on twin sharing basis
- Fully catered tours with support of Nepali crew and/or specialist Indian cook.
- Accommodation at tented camp & local guest houses (as specified in the itinerary).
- Round trip transportation in Tibet by 4WD Land cruiser (4passengers in each car) and support truck.
- Tibet travel permit and other applicable entrance fees.
- Supply of mineral water throughout the trip.
- Required Yak & Yak driver for luggage during trekking (Parikrama) around Mt. Kailash .
- Gammov bag (pressure bag), Oxygen bottle and first-aid kid for emergency use.
- Private boarder transfer, Kathmandu sightseeing & airport transfer
Costs exclude:
- Any expenses incurred during medical emergency evacuation and road blockage due any reason.
- International airfare, airport tax.
- Nepal visa fee
- Any expenses of personal nature.
- Personal equipment & clothing (including down jacket & sleeping bags)
- Tibet/China Visa Fee
- Photography & filming fee
Please check above and do let us know for more details
Regards,
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