Remaining connected with your loved ones is an essential need in contemporary times. In today’s digital age, communication has become easy-breezy with the advent of social media. No matter what your location is, you can communicate with your loved ones anytime and anywhere using social media platforms. Perhaps, this rapid technological advancement has turned out to be highly beneficial, especially during long-distance travel. 

Kailash Mansarovar Yatra is a long-distance journey; keeping up with your loved ones during the yatra is highly important. One of the frequently asked questions by tourists while booking the Yatra is about the functionality of the mobile networks during the journey. Another popular question that pops into the mind of every traveller is whether mobile networks remain functional while trekking in remote lands and near the holy Kailash Mountain. Needless to say, the mobile connectivity for Kailash Yatra is a commonly raised question by tourists. 

Everything about the  Mobile Networks in Kailash Parvat and how to stay connected with your loved ones during the yatra is explained in this travel blog to help you connect better with your loved ones during the yatra. 
 

Key Mobile Network Points To Remember During Kailash Yatra 

We have pulled together a few points to remember about Mobile networks and wi-fi connectivity during the Kailash Yatra. Since Mount Kailash is located in the remote region of the Tibetan plateau, network connectivity may be a little poor or even non-functional. Check out these few points regarding mobile networks in Kailash Parvat while booking the Yatra. 

• Since the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra involves travelling to Nepal and China, Indian tourists require international roaming services functional from the data service provider, especially for the Tibet region. Not getting it activated would result in switching to roaming services as you are travelling outside India. The activation of international roaming will prevent any possible inconvenience in terms of the Indian mobile network.
• We recommend you avoid purchasing a Chinese SIM card as the activation of this SIM is quite troublesome. The Tibet SIM card of China Telecom costs around INR 1,000 and only incoming calls will be operational and no outgoing calls.
• If international roaming remains inoperative, try purchasing a local SIM card as you reach Lhasa, Tibet. The regional mobile service providers can help you with it.  
• The services of recharging mobile phones are available near the local areas of Mount Kailash. You may not find electricity supply in remote areas. However, such services can be availed in guest houses or monasteries. 
• All the commonly used Indian Mobile networks like Jio, Airtel, and Vodafone remain operational during the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra with international roaming activated. 
• Chinese Government has banned WhatsApp and Facebook. And so, both these apps remain non-functional in the Tibet region. Failing to abide by the laws can lead to legal troubles.
• The Helicopter package at Lucknow and Simikot includes a night’s stay in Nepalgunj and Simikot. The bandwidth of wi-fi remains a bit slow and has limited user access.

Three Simple Tips To Enjoy The Yatra Without Mobile Network And Wi-Fi

No-signal, no connectivity? Fret not, travellers can still enjoy the Yatra beyond connectivity. Here are a few quick tips on how to enjoy the yatra if there’s no connectivity. Take a look: 

• Photography Using The Camera: Photography is the best way to enjoy the Kailash Parvat Yatra without Mobile networks and data. You can use a camera to click the pictures during yatra where clicking the pictures is permitted. 
• Travel Journaling: If you have a penchant for writing, you can write a travelogue based on your travel experiences. You can pen down your thoughts about the fun-filled moments of the yatra. 
• Mantra Chanting: Since it’s the journey to Mahadev’s sacred abode, you can chant the mantras of Lord Shiva for a spiritually fulfilling experience. 

Though mobile networks may get non-functional, there are more ways to enjoy the yatra. For more details on Kailash Mansarovar tour packages, contact +91-8510007751.