The Kailash Holiday

From Maharashtra

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra from Mumbai

Book Kailash Mansarovar Yatra from Mumbai — daily flights to Kathmandu, Marathi/Gujarati-speaking coordination, and Western-India-focused itinerary for pilgrims from Mumbai, Pune, Ahmedabad, Surat and the wider Western India region.

TAAN 1586
Saga Dawa 2026: May 31 – Jun 30
BOM → KTM

From BOM

Getting to Kathmandu from Mumbai

Three established routes from Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International (Terminal 2). Pick what suits your time, budget, and group size.

Route 1

Mumbai (BOM) → Kathmandu (KTM) — Direct

Duration
3 hr 15 min direct
Carriers
IndiGo, SpiceJet, Nepal Airlines
Frequency
4–6 daily flights
Indicative fare
₹18,000 – ₹35,000 round-trip economy

Most pilgrims book the morning IndiGo direct. Book 8 weeks ahead for Saga Dawa peak; July-August has more flight availability.

Route 2

Mumbai → Delhi → Kathmandu (1 stop)

Duration
5 – 7 hours total with 1.5–2 hr Delhi layover
Carriers
IndiGo, Air India connecting via DEL
Frequency
Multiple daily connections
Indicative fare
₹16,000 – ₹28,000 round-trip economy

Slightly cheaper than direct. Useful when direct Mumbai-KTM is sold out for Saga Dawa departures.

Route 3

Mumbai → Varanasi/Lucknow → Sunauli border → Kathmandu

Duration
36–42 hours total
Carriers
Train (Mumbai-Lucknow), then road via Sunauli/Bhairahawa
Frequency
Multiple daily Mumbai-Lucknow trains; Sunauli buses ~hourly
Indicative fare
₹6,000 – ₹12,000 one-way (rail + bus combination)

Most economical for large Gujarati/Marwadi joint-family bookings. Group of 8+ recommended for Sunauli overland route.

For Western India / Maharashtra

Designed for Mumbai pilgrims

Mumbai's pilgrim demographic is dominated by Marwadi, Gujarati, and Marathi families. We arrange strict pure-veg meals (no onion-garlic available on request), Jain-friendly hotels in Kathmandu, and Marathi-speaking coordinator support. Western India pilgrims often combine Kailash with Muktinath or Lumbini in a single trip — we offer a 14-day Kailash + Muktinath combination on request.

Marathi + Gujarati + Hindi coordinator on WhatsApp (9 AM – 9 PM IST)

Strict Jain-veg meal accommodation on yatra — communicated to Tibet guides in advance

Mumbai-Pune group rates: 6+ pilgrims booking together get 5% per-pilgrim discount

Tibet permit + Chinese visa processed end-to-end from Kathmandu

Kailash + Muktinath combined yatra option for Western India pilgrims

Pre-yatra travel tips

What Mumbai pilgrims should know

  • 1

    Mumbai monsoon (June-September) can cause flight delays. Book a buffer day before yatra departure for Saga Dawa.

  • 2

    Marathi, Gujarati, and Hindi speakers available on our coordination team — request preference at booking.

  • 3

    Pure-veg / Jain meal accommodation available on yatra — request 1 week before departure.

  • 4

    Mumbai-based pilgrims should carry a light fleece + warm gloves; Kathmandu mornings are cool even in summer.

  • 5

    Group bookings popular among Marwadi, Gujarati, and Marathi communities — 6+ pilgrims gets 5% discount per pilgrim.

From Mumbai

Mumbai pilgrims ask

Is there a direct flight from Mumbai to Kathmandu?
Yes. IndiGo, SpiceJet, and Nepal Airlines operate 4-6 daily direct flights from Mumbai BOM Terminal 2 to Kathmandu. Duration: 3 hr 15 min. Round-trip economy fares range ₹18,000–₹35,000 depending on season. Direct routes are non-stop with no layover.
How much does Kailash Yatra cost from Mumbai in 2026?
Package costs are uniform regardless of departure city: overland 13-day from ₹1.8 lakh, overland 15-day from ₹2.9 lakh, helicopter from ₹2.9 lakh per pilgrim. Add Mumbai-Kathmandu round-trip flight (₹18,000-35,000) + personal expenses. Honest total budget from Mumbai: ₹3.5-3.8 lakh per pilgrim.
Can I get strict Jain or pure-veg meals on Kailash Yatra?
Yes. We arrange strict pure-veg (no onion, no garlic) meals throughout the yatra — including the Tibet portion where our Chinese partners provide pre-arranged Jain-friendly meals at Mansarovar guesthouses. Communicate Jain preference at booking; we instruct guides 1 week before departure.
Do you arrange Marathi or Gujarati-speaking guides?
Our standard guides speak English, Hindi, and Nepali. For groups of 10+ Marathi or Gujarati pilgrims, we can arrange a Marathi/Gujarati-speaking assistant guide accompanying the lead guide at an additional ₹15,000 per yatra. Coordinator-level support via WhatsApp is always in Hindi (and Marathi/Gujarati on request).
Can I combine Kailash Mansarovar with Muktinath on one trip from Mumbai?
Yes. We offer a 14-day Kailash Mansarovar (helicopter) + Muktinath yatra combination popular with Western India pilgrims. Total cost: from ₹3.5 lakh per pilgrim. Submit a custom inquiry for the dual itinerary; we'll send a quote within 24 hours.
When should Mumbai pilgrims book for Saga Dawa 2026?
Saga Dawa peak window (May 31 – June 30, 2026) needs 12+ weeks lead time for helicopter, 8 weeks for overland. Mumbai-KTM direct flights also sell out faster for these dates. Recommend booking by mid-March 2026 for Saga Dawa departures, especially for groups of 6+.

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Ready to book from Mumbai?

Tell us your preferred dates, group size, and route preference. Our coordinator responds in Hindi on WhatsApp within an hour during business hours.