- Altitude
- 6,050 m (Shivling at 4,800 m)
- Distance
- Viewed from Kalpa · trek starts at Tangling (Powari)
- Best time
- Darshan from Kalpa all year · Parikrama yatra in August
- Ideal stay
- 1 day view · 3–4 days trek
About Kinnaur Kailash
Kinnaur Kailash is the holy mountain of Kinnaur, home to a 79-ft natural Shivling. Pilgrims trek to it every August, while travellers enjoy darshan of the peak from Kalpa all year.
The Kinnaur Kailash range rises to about 6,050 m above the Sutlej, opposite Kalpa. Its famous rock Shivling stands at around 4,800 m and changes colour through the day.
The Kinnaur Kailash yatra is held in August each year. The trek starts from Tangling near Powari, crosses Malingkhatta and Parvati Kund and takes 3–4 days return. It is a strenuous trek that needs good fitness and registration with the administration.
For most visitors, the best way to experience Kinnaur Kailash is sunrise from Kalpa, when the first light hits the peak.
Things to see & do
- Sunrise darshan from Kalpa
- Kinnaur Kailash yatra (August)
- Parvati Kund high-altitude lake
- Views of Jorkanden (6,473 m)
Suggested itinerary
Day 1
Shimla → Kalpa
Drive to Kalpa and check in to a Kailash-facing hotel.
Day 2
Kalpa → Powari (Tangling) → trek begins
Taxi drop at Powari for the yatra start. Pilgrims trek to Malingkhatta camp.
Day 3–4
Shivling darshan & return
Summit darshan at the Shivling, return to Tangling where your taxi picks you up for Kalpa or Reckong Peo.
Local tips from our drivers
- The yatra is open only during the official window in August.
- Carry warm layers even in summer — mornings in Kalpa are cold.
