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Sacred Mountain Hermitage

Chimpuk Hermitage

Chimpuk Hermitage stands as a peaceful spiritual sanctuary in Tibet, where Guru Rinpoche once meditated there and his sacred presence still echoes through every cave.

Type
Hermitage Retreat
Altitude
4,300m (Narui Mountain)
Distance
16km from Samye
Experience
Caves & Pilgrimage Trek

Overview

Chimpuk hermitage stands as a peaceful spiritual sanctuary in Tibet. It is just 16km northeast of Samye Monastery, that spiritual hermitage perches on Narui Mountain (4,300m), a sacred haven where nature and faith blend softly. This is where Guru Rinpoche meditated, and his legacy lingers in every cave and prayer flag.

Trail Journey

Hike the gentle trails lined with blooming wildflowers and gurgling streams — a rare green oasis amid Tibet’s barren hills. Along the way, you’ll meet pilgrims murmuring prayers, and maybe spot nuns from the nearby nunnery tending to shrines. Their simple smiles and quiet devotion make the climb feel meaningful, not tiring.

Meditation Caves

Explore over 100 meditation caves, some still used by hermits today. Don’t miss Guru Rinpoche’s cave, where a stone bears his legendary footprint, and golden rock formations hold faint deity silhouettes. The air smells of juniper smoke, and distant chants drift on the breeze — pure tranquility.

Experience

It’s perfect for a half-day trip from Samye. Go May–October for mild weather, pack layers (mountain air chills fast), and take it slow at altitude. Respect the hermits’ solitude, and you’ll leave with a heart full of peace.

Let this hidden gem nourish your Tibet journey.

Plan Your Visit

For detailed information about Chimpuk Hermitage and Tibet tours, feel free to contact us at info@tibetroofofworld.com . We’re happy to help plan a perfect Tibetan adventure for you.

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1: Tibet Travel Permit

Without Tibet Travel Permits, you cannot enter Tibet (Tibet Autonomous Region), China, but it is not difficult to obtain the permit, registered company like TRW, it can be easily obtain it for you if your Tibet Tour has been confirmed with a legit registered local travel company.

2: Alien Permit

Alien Travel Permit (ATP) is an additional permit which is required if your itinerary is in Gyirong, Kailash, Ngari and EBC in western part of Tibet,Tsedang,Nyinchi, Ranwo Lake, Basum Lake, Sakga or Shalu Monasteries in Shigatse area,

3: Military Permit

The Military Permits as you can see from the word, this permit is related to military department, thus, this travel document is mainly issued by the military authority in Tibet, in fact, this permit is compulsory for entering to any border regions between China and neighboring countries. Military permits are required for visiting following places in Tibet apart from TTP.

  • Ali (Far Western Tibet)
  • Guge Kingdom (Far Western Tibet)
  • Gyirong (New Border to Nepal)
  • Lake Manasarovar (Near Mt. Kailash in Far Western Tibet)
  • Kailash (Western Tibet)
  • Nyima country (Border country between Ali and Nakchu Prefecture)
  • Cochin

NOTE: This permit can apply only from Lhasa, Tibet, you don’t have to worry about it as our company (TRW) will obtain such permits on your behalf and you just need to cooperate by sending your scanned copies of China Visa/TGV and Passport to your travel consultant. If you want to know more details about Tibet Travel Permits, you can contact us at info@tibetroofofworld.com Our professional travel consultants will reply to you with their extensive knowledge and rich Tibet tour experiences

Tibet Travel Permit (TTP) is the basic required permit to travel to Tibet Autonomous Region (TAR), every foreign travelers must need Tibet Travel Permit to enter to Tibet along with your Chinese Visa or Tibet Group Visa. Though it seems very hard or confusing, it just takes few simple steps, and your travel agency will do the rest.

Tibet Travel Permit is mainly obtained from Tibet Tourism Bureau in Lhasa, Tibet, which contains the tourist’s information and confirmed itineraries.

According to the latest Chinese regulations for foreign visitors, passports must have a validity of six months (at least) to apply for a Chinese visa. This requirement also applies when traveling to Tibet along with Tibet Travel Permit.

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