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Amnye Machen Kora

China · Asia · Multi-day trek · score 55/100

At a glance

CountriesChina
ContinentAsia
RegionQinghai (Golog)
TypeMulti-day trek
Length140 km
Typical duration8 days
Difficulty4/5 (Hard)
Max altitude4900 m
Best seasonMay-Oct
StartTawo Sholma or Tsanak Khamdo
Endsame as start (loop)
Permit / guideno permit required (as of source); camping self-sufficient
Special geartrekking poles

Score

55/100
Scenery
25/35
Fame
8/25
Uniqueness
14/20
Logistics
8/20

Remote 8-day circumambulation of one of Tibet's four sacred mountains along the Yellow River bend

How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: medium.

Notes

Highest pass Tamchok La 4,900 m; 4-day half-kora (70 km) alternative; permit situation can change - verify

Sources

Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.

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