About Tibet

Tibet is a most unusual and beautiful land. The majority of this land rests above 4,000 metres (13,000 feet) and is partially surrounded by mountain ranges. The awe-inspiring Himalayas are the highest in the world, as is the never-ending Tibetan plateau.

Tibet is a place for the rugged adventurer as well as the spiritual wanderer — a land held back in time that houses many secrets. Nomads remain much the same as they were a thousand years ago, and the sacred Mount Kailash draws pilgrims of four religions to walk its 52 km kora.

Best seasons

April–October is the travel window — the plateau warms, passes open and the light turns golden. The Saga Dawa festival around Mount Kailash (May/June) is the most auspicious time for the kora.