Om Parvat (also Adi Kailash, Little Kailash, Jonglingkong Peak, Baba Kailash, chhota Kailash) is a mountain in theHimalayan mountain range, lying in the Darchula district of western Nepal and in Pithoragarh District, Uttarakhand, India. It is considered sacred by Hindus and its snow deposition pattern resembles the sacred 'OM' (ॐ). Its appearance is distinctly similar to Mount Kailash in Tibet. Near Om Parvat lie Parvati Lake and Jonglingkong Lake. Jonglingkong Lake is sacred, as Mansarovar, to the Hindus. Opposite to this peak is a mountain called Parwati Muhar. The Om Parvat is the fruit of discord between India and Nepal who do not reach agreement about the border line between the two countries. The Om Parvat is currently on the Indo-Nepalese border face "Om / ॐ" in India and the back of the mountain in Nepal.OM Parvat is the magical and inspiring Himalayan mountain peak that rises to an altitude of 6191 m lying in the Darchula district. This mountain is famous for the miracle of nature as it poses an impression of OM naturally which is formed with deposition of snow against black background of the mountain.OM is a holy Hindu mantra and is so clearly visible on this mountain. During the months of August – September the dot (bindi) on the semi circle of the mantra is also seen visible. According to the Hindu legends there are eight such OM symbols in the Himalayan Mountains and at present the world has been able to discover only one which we know as – OM Parvat.
By far the most magnificent and thrilling of one's experience would be in winter when the whole lake freezes hard, and again in spring when the ice breaks and melts to clear blue waters. It is only the inspired poet or the divine artist with his magic colours that can, for instance, describe and represent adequately the beauty and grandeur of sunrise and sunset on the lake. The water of Mansarovar is as sweet as that of any river or of any glacial lake. The holy manas provides fine caves, camping ground and good sites to pilgrims. At certain places the site is rocky or sandy. On full moon nights, with the full moon overhead, the scene is simply indescribable.
At sunset the whole of the Kailas range on the north becomes a fiery region all of a sudden, throwing an observer into a trance, and by the time he returns to consciousness he sees only the Silvery Peak in front.
The weather is always uncertain. One moment you have scorching Sun, the next moment it begins to hail and snow and shortly after having a nap and coming out of your camp, you will see a clear blue sky and bright Sun above and a bed of pearl-like hail and white snow on the ground.
By far the most magnificent and thrilling of one's experience would be in winter when the whole lake freezes hard, and again in spring when the ice breaks and melts to clear blue waters. It is only the inspired poet or the divine artist with his magic colours that can, for instance, describe and represent adequately the beauty and grandeur of sunrise and sunset on the lake. The water of Mansarovar is as sweet as that of any river or of any glacial lake. The holy manas provides fine caves, camping ground and good sites to pilgrims. At certain places the site is rocky or sandy. On full moon nights, with the full moon overhead, the scene is simply indescribable.
At sunset the whole of the Kailas range on the north becomes a fiery region all of a sudden, throwing an observer into a trance, and by the time he returns to consciousness he sees only the Silvery Peak in front.
The weather is always uncertain. One moment you have scorching Sun, the next moment it begins to hail and snow and shortly after having a nap and coming out of your camp, you will see a clear blue sky and bright Sun above and a bed of pearl-like hail and white snow on the ground.
How to reach om parvat :-
Day1: Delhi reporting, Departure at Night for Jageshwar (413 Kms by Bus) (1900mts.)
Tip 1:If you are planning to go by flight then make sure that your swiss knife is in your Main bag, otherwise during security checking you will lose your valuable swiss knife.
Tip 2: Delhi Taxi drivers are thieves. They will charge you around Rs.700-800 for dropping. Best way is call your Hotel and ask them how much should you pay for taxi. Also give mobile phone to taxi driver so that he will understand detailed address and will not ask for extra money.
Day2: Arrival Kathgodam, proceed to Jagehswar
Remember to see: Temple of lord shiva and Museum
Day3: Jageshwar- Dharchula (Via Patal Bhuvneshwar) (330Kms) (920mts.)
Tip 3: If you have omitting problem in bus then carry medicines and toffeess
Tip 4: Only BSNL Mobiles works in Dharchula. After Dharchula Mobile phones will not work. At all camps BSNL Landlines are available. (Call rates are higher Rs.6/ per minute) Also note that at ITBP camps phone call rates are Rs.1 per minute.
Remember to see: Patal Bhuvneshwar
Day4: Dharchula-Tawaghat/Pangu/Narayan Ashram-Sirkha (54 kms by bus, 6kms by trek) (2560mts.)
Remember to see: Maitree Bridge Nepal, Narayan Ashram, Shades of kali river
Tip 5: Distribute/ bifurcate Luggage in 3 Groups.
a) For Base camp Dharchula (Extra Money, valuables etc)
b) For carrying - small Trek bag (Basic things for trekking, cloths pair, valuables which are not kept at base camp, camera, charger, Torch, Dry fruits, Medicines, Chocolates, Biscuits )
c) For carrying - main bag (All remaining Luggage) Note that you will get your Luggage after 3 days and not daily, so you have to manage accordingly.
Tip 6 : Decide about Pony & Potter
Pony - Horse ride if you are unable to walk for around 20 kms per day. Charges are around Rs.58 per km (Package deal around Rs.10,000/-)
Potter - For carrying your small bag during trekking. Charges are around Rs.52 per km (Package deal around Rs.8,500/-)
Tip 7: Remember to buy stick. Stick will keep you in trekking. You will not get professional stick in Dharchula. Simple stick is available for Rs20
Good quality stick- a) Light weight b) Thinner at upper side c) Strong d) Height upto chest
Tip 8 :Cover your Luggage using plastic for saving from Rain fall. You will get plastic in Dharchula
Day5: Sirkha- Gala (14kms by trek) (2440mts.) (Start 5:30 AM- Finish 1:00 PM )
Tip 9: How to walk in Mountains
Always carry stick. walk with very short feets at a time. Take small steps. In trekking beware of two enemies a) Sitting for taking Rest and b) Taking water. Never sit during trek. If you want to take rest then take rest in standing position. While walking avoid taking water. If you feel thirsty then take little bit of water sip. Keep your mouth close. wear cap in such a way that you can see only your feet and nothing else. If you want to see beauty of mountains then stop and see mountains. Focus on road. seeing beauty while walking is very risky.
Tip 10: About timing and shortcuts
In Himalayas there is no guarantee of clean whether after 2:00 PM. Good policy is start early in the morning and reach destination before 2:00 PM. walking speed in mountains will be around 1.5 to 2 km in a hour.
Avoid taking shortcuts in mountains. Remember that shortcuts are for local people. shortcuts will consume more of your energy. In this trek you have to walk for 18 km daily, so maintaining energy throughout the trek is very important.
Tip 11: OM chanting
250 km means around 5 to 6 lakhs feets. So you can chant OM with every feet of walking. With lots of talking also, easily you can chant 1 lakh OM during trek.
If you are music listener then carry Mp3 player.
Day6: Gala- Budhi (21kms by trek) (2680mts.) (Start 5:00 AM- Finish 4:45 PM )
Tip 12: This days trek is Toughest. Almost 12 hrs trekking is required. You really have to learn "How to walk." Maintain speed, try to reach before 2:00 PM more you take time to complete, more difficult it will become.
For this day carry
a) Electrol (Glucon D contains glucose for instant energy or depletion of energy , Electrol contains essential salts ,which needs to be supplemented in dehydration.)
b) chocolates ( Melody, Toffees containing sugar etc)
Tip 13: Treat "Tea = water"
You are going up. Here you will not feel thirsty. Cold will always be there. To maintain water level in your body drink Tea. It will save you from cold, gives water content and also provides Glucose. Drink Tea at every possible place.
Day7: Budhi- Gunji (17Kms by trek) (3220mts.) (Start 5:30 AM- Finish 3:00 PM )
First 3km Trek is difficult. After this you will enter in a Dreamland above the clouds.
Remember to see: Different Types of flowers, Garbhang (sinking city), Jilebi Hotel before Gunji camp
Day8: Gunji-Kutti (19 Kms by trek) (3600mts.) .) (Start 6:30 AM- Finish 2:00 PM )
Road is very beautiful with very little ups and downs. This will be the day that you start enjoying mountains.
Remember to see: Annapurna Mountain, vedvyas city, vally of flowers at kutti
Tip 14: There is going to be very cold at kutti in night. Also High altitude problems may start. Take care of cold.
Day9: Kutti- Jolingkong (14Kms by trek) (4572mts.) (Start 6:30 AM- Finish 1:30 PM )
High altitude problems may start. very cold. During this day avoid exposing your body to wind. Here winds temperature will be almost around to 0.
Tip 15: Try to visit "Parvati Sarovar" on same day. Probably Next morning weather will be clear and you can see Gauri kund and Adi kailash
Day10: Jolingkong-Adi-Kailash/ Parvati Sarovar-Jolingkong- Kutti (21Kms by trek) (3600mts.)
Gauri kund is located above glassier and it is very risky to go there. KMVN and ITBP will not give permission to go to Gauri kund. But in a good faith and only with local potter and with your risk, you can go to Gauri kund.
Day11: Kutti-Gunji (19Kms by trek) (3220mts.)
Day12: Gunji- Kalapani- Nabhidhang (18kms by trek) (4246mts.) (Start 6:30 AM- Finish 2:30 PM )
Remember to see: Kali Temple, Nag parvat, Parvati's Nabhi, OM parvat, Crashed Helicopter
(Ved vyas' cave is also at kalapani, but it is not allowed to visit )
Tip 16: Rule is "If you are able to see Nag parvat then only you can see OM parvat"
From kali temple at kalapani check if you can see left hand sides mountains top before moving. If weather is clear at kalapani then only you can see OM parvat.
Day13: Nabhidhang- Kalapani (8kms by trek) (3600mts.)
Day14: Kalapani- Gunji (10kms by trek) (3220mts.)
Day15: Gunji-Budhi (17Kms by trek) (2680mts.)
Day16: Budhi-Gala (21kms. By trek) (2440mts.)
Budhi to Gala is easy than Gala to Budhi. So, dont panic.
Remember to ask for apples in Budhi
Day17: Gala-Sirkha (14 kms by trek) (2440mts.)
Day18: Sirkha-Dharchula (54Kms by bus) (920mts.)
Day19: Dharchula-Almora(230Kms by Bus) (1706mts.)
Day20: Almora to Delhi via Nainital (Departure at night for Delhi) (390kms by Bus) (1920mts.)
Day21: Delhi (Arrival morning) Before noon
Luggage Tips
1.Wind proof Jacket
2. Sweaters
3. Monkey cap
4. Woolen Socks
5. Cotton socks
6. Jeans / Pants -2
7. Shirt/ T- shirt
8. Sun glasses
9. Trekking shoes - 2 pairs
10. Water bottle
11. Torch light
12. Rain coat
13. Plastic sheet for water proofing your luggage
14. Sunscreen lotion
15. Match box
16. Candles
17. Rubber Slippers
18. Medicines
19. Belt pouch for camera/ money/ medicines and documents
20. Dry fruits
21. Biscuits
22. Glucose/ Electrol /Glucon D
23. First aid
24. Winter wear
Day1: Delhi reporting, Departure at Night for Jageshwar (413 Kms by Bus) (1900mts.)
Tip 1:If you are planning to go by flight then make sure that your swiss knife is in your Main bag, otherwise during security checking you will lose your valuable swiss knife.
Tip 2: Delhi Taxi drivers are thieves. They will charge you around Rs.700-800 for dropping. Best way is call your Hotel and ask them how much should you pay for taxi. Also give mobile phone to taxi driver so that he will understand detailed address and will not ask for extra money.
Day2: Arrival Kathgodam, proceed to Jagehswar
Remember to see: Temple of lord shiva and Museum
Day3: Jageshwar- Dharchula (Via Patal Bhuvneshwar) (330Kms) (920mts.)
Tip 3: If you have omitting problem in bus then carry medicines and toffeess
Tip 4: Only BSNL Mobiles works in Dharchula. After Dharchula Mobile phones will not work. At all camps BSNL Landlines are available. (Call rates are higher Rs.6/ per minute) Also note that at ITBP camps phone call rates are Rs.1 per minute.
Remember to see: Patal Bhuvneshwar
Day4: Dharchula-Tawaghat/Pangu/Narayan Ashram-Sirkha (54 kms by bus, 6kms by trek) (2560mts.)
Remember to see: Maitree Bridge Nepal, Narayan Ashram, Shades of kali river
Tip 5: Distribute/ bifurcate Luggage in 3 Groups.
a) For Base camp Dharchula (Extra Money, valuables etc)
b) For carrying - small Trek bag (Basic things for trekking, cloths pair, valuables which are not kept at base camp, camera, charger, Torch, Dry fruits, Medicines, Chocolates, Biscuits )
c) For carrying - main bag (All remaining Luggage) Note that you will get your Luggage after 3 days and not daily, so you have to manage accordingly.
Tip 6 : Decide about Pony & Potter
Pony - Horse ride if you are unable to walk for around 20 kms per day. Charges are around Rs.58 per km (Package deal around Rs.10,000/-)
Potter - For carrying your small bag during trekking. Charges are around Rs.52 per km (Package deal around Rs.8,500/-)
Tip 7: Remember to buy stick. Stick will keep you in trekking. You will not get professional stick in Dharchula. Simple stick is available for Rs20
Good quality stick- a) Light weight b) Thinner at upper side c) Strong d) Height upto chest
Tip 8 :Cover your Luggage using plastic for saving from Rain fall. You will get plastic in Dharchula
Day5: Sirkha- Gala (14kms by trek) (2440mts.) (Start 5:30 AM- Finish 1:00 PM )
Tip 9: How to walk in Mountains
Always carry stick. walk with very short feets at a time. Take small steps. In trekking beware of two enemies a) Sitting for taking Rest and b) Taking water. Never sit during trek. If you want to take rest then take rest in standing position. While walking avoid taking water. If you feel thirsty then take little bit of water sip. Keep your mouth close. wear cap in such a way that you can see only your feet and nothing else. If you want to see beauty of mountains then stop and see mountains. Focus on road. seeing beauty while walking is very risky.
Tip 10: About timing and shortcuts
In Himalayas there is no guarantee of clean whether after 2:00 PM. Good policy is start early in the morning and reach destination before 2:00 PM. walking speed in mountains will be around 1.5 to 2 km in a hour.
Avoid taking shortcuts in mountains. Remember that shortcuts are for local people. shortcuts will consume more of your energy. In this trek you have to walk for 18 km daily, so maintaining energy throughout the trek is very important.
Tip 11: OM chanting
250 km means around 5 to 6 lakhs feets. So you can chant OM with every feet of walking. With lots of talking also, easily you can chant 1 lakh OM during trek.
If you are music listener then carry Mp3 player.
Day6: Gala- Budhi (21kms by trek) (2680mts.) (Start 5:00 AM- Finish 4:45 PM )
Tip 12: This days trek is Toughest. Almost 12 hrs trekking is required. You really have to learn "How to walk." Maintain speed, try to reach before 2:00 PM more you take time to complete, more difficult it will become.
For this day carry
a) Electrol (Glucon D contains glucose for instant energy or depletion of energy , Electrol contains essential salts ,which needs to be supplemented in dehydration.)
b) chocolates ( Melody, Toffees containing sugar etc)
Tip 13: Treat "Tea = water"
You are going up. Here you will not feel thirsty. Cold will always be there. To maintain water level in your body drink Tea. It will save you from cold, gives water content and also provides Glucose. Drink Tea at every possible place.
Day7: Budhi- Gunji (17Kms by trek) (3220mts.) (Start 5:30 AM- Finish 3:00 PM )
First 3km Trek is difficult. After this you will enter in a Dreamland above the clouds.
Remember to see: Different Types of flowers, Garbhang (sinking city), Jilebi Hotel before Gunji camp
Day8: Gunji-Kutti (19 Kms by trek) (3600mts.) .) (Start 6:30 AM- Finish 2:00 PM )
Road is very beautiful with very little ups and downs. This will be the day that you start enjoying mountains.
Remember to see: Annapurna Mountain, vedvyas city, vally of flowers at kutti
Tip 14: There is going to be very cold at kutti in night. Also High altitude problems may start. Take care of cold.
Day9: Kutti- Jolingkong (14Kms by trek) (4572mts.) (Start 6:30 AM- Finish 1:30 PM )
High altitude problems may start. very cold. During this day avoid exposing your body to wind. Here winds temperature will be almost around to 0.
Tip 15: Try to visit "Parvati Sarovar" on same day. Probably Next morning weather will be clear and you can see Gauri kund and Adi kailash
Day10: Jolingkong-Adi-Kailash/ Parvati Sarovar-Jolingkong- Kutti (21Kms by trek) (3600mts.)
Gauri kund is located above glassier and it is very risky to go there. KMVN and ITBP will not give permission to go to Gauri kund. But in a good faith and only with local potter and with your risk, you can go to Gauri kund.
Day11: Kutti-Gunji (19Kms by trek) (3220mts.)
Day12: Gunji- Kalapani- Nabhidhang (18kms by trek) (4246mts.) (Start 6:30 AM- Finish 2:30 PM )
Remember to see: Kali Temple, Nag parvat, Parvati's Nabhi, OM parvat, Crashed Helicopter
(Ved vyas' cave is also at kalapani, but it is not allowed to visit )
Tip 16: Rule is "If you are able to see Nag parvat then only you can see OM parvat"
From kali temple at kalapani check if you can see left hand sides mountains top before moving. If weather is clear at kalapani then only you can see OM parvat.
Day13: Nabhidhang- Kalapani (8kms by trek) (3600mts.)
Day14: Kalapani- Gunji (10kms by trek) (3220mts.)
Day15: Gunji-Budhi (17Kms by trek) (2680mts.)
Day16: Budhi-Gala (21kms. By trek) (2440mts.)
Budhi to Gala is easy than Gala to Budhi. So, dont panic.
Remember to ask for apples in Budhi
Day17: Gala-Sirkha (14 kms by trek) (2440mts.)
Day18: Sirkha-Dharchula (54Kms by bus) (920mts.)
Day19: Dharchula-Almora(230Kms by Bus) (1706mts.)
Day20: Almora to Delhi via Nainital (Departure at night for Delhi) (390kms by Bus) (1920mts.)
Day21: Delhi (Arrival morning) Before noon
Luggage Tips
1.Wind proof Jacket
2. Sweaters
3. Monkey cap
4. Woolen Socks
5. Cotton socks
6. Jeans / Pants -2
7. Shirt/ T- shirt
8. Sun glasses
9. Trekking shoes - 2 pairs
10. Water bottle
11. Torch light
12. Rain coat
13. Plastic sheet for water proofing your luggage
14. Sunscreen lotion
15. Match box
16. Candles
17. Rubber Slippers
18. Medicines
19. Belt pouch for camera/ money/ medicines and documents
20. Dry fruits
21. Biscuits
22. Glucose/ Electrol /Glucon D
23. First aid
24. Winter wear
If you are Planning for Trekking :-
Inner Line Permit is required for this trek, required paper work to be submitted at SDM office Dharchula.
1. Application form in duplicate and photograph pasted on top of the form.
2. Address proof which can be driving license, voter id or passport.
3. Medical certificate.
Telephone numbers of SDM office is 05967-222207/05967-222817.If your travel is arranged by KMVN, it will take the responsibility to get your necessary permits arranged.
Facilities: Accommodation, Transport, Food( Vegetarian), Guide charges, Transport for Luggage up to 20kg per person..
or else do let me inform i will make a complete arrangement for you this is really a breathtaking place in India.
ONE MUST VISIT THIS PLACE IN HIS LIFE ...!!
Inner Line Permit is required for this trek, required paper work to be submitted at SDM office Dharchula.
1. Application form in duplicate and photograph pasted on top of the form.
2. Address proof which can be driving license, voter id or passport.
3. Medical certificate.
Telephone numbers of SDM office is 05967-222207/05967-222817.If your travel is arranged by KMVN, it will take the responsibility to get your necessary permits arranged.
Facilities: Accommodation, Transport, Food( Vegetarian), Guide charges, Transport for Luggage up to 20kg per person..
or else do let me inform i will make a complete arrangement for you this is really a breathtaking place in India.
ONE MUST VISIT THIS PLACE IN HIS LIFE ...!!
Destination: Adi Kailash & OM Parvat
Maximum Altitude : 6191 Mtrs
Grade : Hard Trek
Best Season: June to September
Trek Length: Around 250 km Trek
Duration : ( 22 days/21 nights)