Mount Kailash Kora
China · Asia · Multi-day trek · score 78/100
At a glance
| Countries | China |
|---|---|
| Continent | Asia |
| Region | Tibet (Ngari) |
| Type | Multi-day trek |
| Length | 52 km |
| Typical duration | 3 days |
| Difficulty | 4/5 (Hard) |
| Max altitude | 5630 m |
| Best season | May-Oct (best May-Jun; Sep-Oct) |
| Start | Darchen |
| End | Darchen (loop) |
| Permit / guide | yes - Tibet Travel Permit plus organized tour with guide mandatory |
| Special gear | trekking poles |
Score
78/100
Asia's holiest mountain circuit; extreme altitude and permit regime limit accessibility
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.
Notes
Foreigners cannot travel independently in Tibet; Drolma La pass 5,630 m is the crux; allow ~2 weeks from Lhasa
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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