Go to Tibet alone

Many people want to go to Tibet alone, but they still have a lot of concerns? it is safe to do that?I can simply answer the above question, YES, you can travel alone in Tibet. Below are details to ascertain that no misfortune will come to you if you take a solo trip to Tibet.

Tibet is one of the most famous tourist destinations in the world. With an average altitude of 4000 meters above the sea level, Tibet is crowned with "the Roof of the World" or "the Third Pole". Many people have Tibet in their must-go lists because they want to experience the exotic culture, grand mountains, amazing plateau scenery, and mysterious Tibet Buddhism. The question most of the travelers ask themselves is - is it safe for someone to travel alone to Tibet?

Since Tibet is a politically sensitive area, all foreign travelers need a Tibet Travel Permit to enter Tibet. Right now, foreigner travelers are not allowed to apply for Tibet permits on your own. So you can only get your permit from a local Tibet Travel Agency, which can obtain your Tibet permit from the Tibet Tourism Bureau. No matter you are alone or not, you have to join a tour organized by a Tibet Travel Agency for arranging all your travel details such as transportation, tour guide, itinerary, etc. and your Travel agency will be responsible for all your travel in Tibet. Then it's very important to find a reputable Tibet travel agency in advance especially if you are alone. To keep your cost down, a good travel agency would usually suggest a solo traveler joining a group tour unless you have some special requirements.

In order to travel to Tibet, you have to get a China visa. It is easy to get a China visa, you should bring your passport, international flight tickets to Chinese embassy visa section, and they will give you a visa application form, please remember not to mention your trip to Tibet on your visa application form, otherwise, your visa application may get rejected.

After you booked a tour with registered Tibet tour operators, they will apply the Tibet travel permit for you. You just need to email them the copy of your passport and China Visa.

Additional useful tips for a solo traveler to Tibet:

1. The best seasons to travel in Tibet is from May to June, and September and October.

In this period, the climate is good for you to go for trekking or hiking, and get a clear view of the tourist attractions. However, it’s also the peak season. Therefore, the cost is relatively higher than in the offseason.

2. 6-15 days travel is enough for traveling to Tibet alone.

For many solo travelers, a 6-15 days group tour is enough for you to explore Tibet. Because the itineraries in 6-15 days tours can cover the major sites like Mt. Everest, Mt. Kailash, Namtso Lake, etc. Just as most tourists choose. And all the itineraries include the top scenic spots in Lhasa city, you will not miss anything during the tours designed by us. If you like a natural landscape, you may enjoy Namtso lakeside sightseeing; if you want an extraordinary experience and feel the peak of the world, you may go to Mt. Everest; if you like a spiritual journey to the center of the world, you may go Mt. Kailash for trekking.

3. Be responsible for your own safety.

Many foreign travelers worried about their safety while they travel Tibet alone as travelers are usually targeted by pickpockets, to avoid this, please keep your money, phone and anything valuable inside the bag in front of you, instead of your coat pocket. Of course, the public security of Tibet is good. Tibet has a low crime rate as the locals have faith, but you also need to pay attention to your safety after dark especially when you are alone.

The real danger is coming from the external natural environment of the Tibet. If your body is in poor physical condition, it’s difficult for you to acclimate the high attitude and the complex temperature. As a rule of thumb, especially when traveling alone, a good body state and caution is the key to have safe travel in Tibet. So don’t worry a lot, traveling alone in Tibet is safe for you.

4. Take care of your possessions on your way to Tibet.

If you get to Tibet by train with valuable possession, then you are advised to take the first class train by purchasing a soft-sleeper train ticket. The trains are generally safe as there are railway policemen in each car. A first-class ticket gives you comfort and extra security for your belongings.

In conclusion, Tibet is one of the safest places to visit on earth. If the above precautions are observed, be sure to have a wonderful and unforgettable experience.

Great Tibet Tour is a local travel agency located in Lhasa. we keep running tours in Tibet successfully with our tailor-made tour packages. Thousands of travelers from all over the world became our guests and realized their Tibet dream.