About Adi Kailash Yatra | Chota Kailash | Adi Kailash Complete Travel Guide | DevdhamYatra
Adi Kailash is also known as Shiva Kailash, Chota Kailash, Baba Kailash, or Jonglingkong Peak, a mountain located in the Himalayan mountain range in Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
Adi Kailash and Om Parvat are not the same.
Adi Kailash or Chota Kailash is located in a different direction, near the Sin La Pass and near the Brahma Mountains, the base camp of Adi Kailash is 17 km from the sacred Jolking Lake along with the Lord Shiva temple from Kuti village.
Om Parvat can be seen en route to the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra from the last camp below Lipulekh Pass at the Nabhidhang Indo-China border post guarded by the Indo-Tibetan Border Police, which also houses the Public Works Department guest house on the Indian side. Many trekkers of Adi Kailash often make a turn to see Om Parvat. Om Parvat is located near the Nabhi Dhang Camp on the Kailash-Lake Mansarovar Yatra route.
Main Highlights of Adi Kailash Yatra, Pithoragarh:
- Maximum Altitude – Max 5945 meter
- Adi Kailash Weather – The best time to plan and visit Adi Kailash is the month of June. (Difficult in the monsoon season due to slippery route)
- Duration of Trek – approx. 13 to 14 days (based upon your itinerary plan)
- Location – Pithoragarh, Kumaon, Uttarakhand
- Best time to visit – (May to June and September)
- Activity Type: Pilgrimage, Adventure, Trekking
- Region: Kumaon – Uttarakhand
- Country: India
- Nearest Airport: Pantnagar Airport, Uttarakhand
- Nearest Railway Station: Tanakpur Railway Station
- Mobile Network Provider: BSNL
- Food Menu: Indian and Garhwali
Adi Kailash Travel Guide: (Suggested Itinerary)
Adi Kailash Trekking Itinerary
Adi Kailash Trek Information:
Kausani – Dharchula – Pangu – Sirkha – Galgad – Malpa – Budhi – Gunji – Navidang – Gunji – Kuthi – Jollingkong – Adi Kailash
Day 1
Delhi to Tanakpur Railway Station (Approx. By Road – 360 km)
Day 2
Tanakpur to Dharchula (By Road -239 km)
Day 3
Dharchula to Pangu (Distance 19 km by road / Trek – 9 km)
Day 4
Pangu to Sirkha (Trek Distance – approx. 8 Kms)
Day 5
Sirkha to Galgad (Trek Distance – approx. 14 kms)
Day 6
Galgad to Malpa (Trek Distance -10 kms)
Day 7
Malpa to Budhi (Distance of trek – 8 Kms / Time – 4 to 5 hrs)
Day 8
Budhi to Gungi (Distance of trek – 17 Kms / Time – 5 to 6 hrs)
Day 9
Gunji to Kuthi (Distance of trek – 18 Kms / Time – 5 to 6 hrs)
Day 10
Kuthi to Jollingkong (Distance of trek – 14 Kms)
Day 11
Jollingkong to Adi Kailash (Distance of trek – 4 Kms)
After reaching Adi Kailash, the same Days will take you to come back to Dharchula to your destination. So it will take approx. 13 to 14 days to explore Adi Kailash and Adi Kailash Trek.
Highlights of Adi Kailash | Adi Kailash Trek-
- The love for mountaineering and spirituality often attracts tourists to enjoy the grandeur of Mount Adi Kailash which is a land of wildflowers, fruits, waterfalls, and dense forest. The trek passes through Darma, Bryan, and the Chaundans Valley.
- Parvati Sarovar is also known as Mansarovar which is very close to Adi Kailash.
- The branches of the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra route from Gunji to Kalapani where the Kali River originates. Navidhang Lipupass is only 9 kilometers from here. The beautiful and miracle of nature OM Parvat is clearly seen from Navidhang Pass. Snow is situated on this mountain in the shape of an OM.
How to Reach Adi Kailash | Adi Kailash Trek
Adi Kailash Route Map | Adi Kailash from Delhi NCR
Location of Adi Kailash | Best way to reach Adi Kailash
Adi Kailash Mountain is located in OM Parvat, which is in the Himalayan range false in Dharchula, Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand.
How to Reach Dharchula (Base location of Adi Kailash)
Tawaghat is the base camp for Adi Kailash Trek but tourists can get accommodation and other facilities in Dharchula because this is the nearest place.
How to reach Adi Kailash By Air:
Pantnagar Airport is the nearest airport approx. 300 kms. away from Dharchula.
How to reach Adi Kailash By Train:
Tanakpur Railway Station is the nearest railway station from Pithoragarh around 240 kms.
How to reach Adi Kailash By Road:
As buses are directly available from respective bus stations, so anyone can travel to Kumaon Regions by Government Buses from ISBT Delhi, and then anyone can hire a taxi to dharchula to save time for travel.
Famous Places to visit in Adi Kailash, Pithoragarh
Kuthi Village
Kuthi village is located in the Pithoragarh District, Kumaon division of the Uttarakhand which is Located in the eastern Uttarakhand. This village kuthi is named on Pandavs Mother’s name Kunti.
Other Adventures Activities in Adi Kailash, Uttarakhand:
Adi Kailash is famous for Trekking, Pilgrimage, and High-altitude Trek.
Adi Kailash Trekking Tour Highlights
Darma Valley
Parvati Tal, A Sacred lake
Kuthi Village
Beautiful nights in Camps/Guest House and Hotels.
Best Hotels in Adi Kailash, Dharchula:
There are several luxuries to budget hotels near Adi Kailash Yatra / Trek Pithoragarh, where you will find good services. One can easily find good budget hotels. Some of the good hotels are below mentioned-
List of top hotels in Adi Kailash:
- Himtop Hotel Dharchula
- Hotel Lakeside, Mansarovar Road, Khatigaun
- Dev Hotel
- Gangri Hotel
Important Items for Trekking (Trekking Tips) –
Trekking Gear
- Trekking Shoes – Just keep comfortable and strong shoes for trekking.
- Backpacks – Just keep Rain cover, Torch, Sunglasses, Water Bottles, etc.
Clothing –2, 3 Warmers, Trekking Pants, Socks, Cap, Gloves, Jackets, etc.
Utensils – Just Keep necessary things with you like spoons, plates, jugs, paste, brush, etc.
Others – Don’t forget the camera to capture your memorable moments. Also, you can keep some dry fruits, some chocolates, and some protein bars to give you strength and keep you warm.
