Upper Mustang jeep tour
Upper Mustang jeep tour

Upper Mustang jeep tour

Trip Price US$ $2100 US$ $1999 Per Person
Duration 12 Days
We offer special group discounts, please contact us for the offers.
Trip Duration 12 Days
Group Size 8-9
Maximum Altitude 3800m.
Difficulty Grade Easy-Moderate
Start & End Point Kathmandu-Kathmandu
Best Seasons Mar-May/Aug-Dec

Highlights of the Upper Mustang Jeep Tour

  • Witness the Drive through the bumpy roads of from Marpha-Jomsom-Kagbeni all the way to Lo Manthan.
  • Explore many picture perfect location and areas including beautiful barren landscapes, archielogical sites, century old monasteries and many other ancient caves.
  • Witness the majestic view of Himalayan from backyards.
  • Explore and Test the renowned local apples, apple pie and apple wine (which is very famous in Nepal) (marpha) in Jomsom
  • Visit Muktinath holly pilgrimage site for Buddhist and Hindu follower
  • Witness the Kaligandaki George( the world deepest).
  • Experience mini Tibet: Tibetan people/culture/lifestyles.
  • Visit around the beautiful city of Pokhara (Lakes, caves, Davis Fall and many more).

Overview of Upper Mustang jeep tour

Upper Mustang jeep tour

Upper Mustang jeep tour
Upper Mustang jeep tour

Explore the beautiful land beyond the Himalayas near by the edge of Tibetan Plateau , explore it’s old socio- cultural practices, Rich historically , Witness archeological sites and magnificent landscapes throughout Jeep tour.

Khumbu Excursion presents a special package that will be a alternative to the trekking to include all kinds of travelers to the beautiful landscapes and villages of Mustang in a very short period of time.

The Upper Mustang jeep tour will takes us to the way of hidden Buddhist world of the Kingdom of Mustang, also known as Lo. This village is in border of Tibet where we can have some Tibetan influence both in its people and culture and in its arid landscape of high cliffs and rocks of unusual formations and colour.

This tour will take us through Kagbeni, which is also the gateway to Upper Mustang, then through a stark landscape in the rain shadow of the Dhaulagiri massif to Lo-Manthang, the seat of past Kings of the Kingdom of Lo.

You can witness many caves, paintings over rocks , Buddhist monasteries, and basically explore local culture of this area. Along with that you will get to witness the Panoramic views of Nilgiri, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and others, are very much part of this exciting trip.

Within Lo Manthang itself, a visit to Namgyal Gompa and Tingkhar, the last main village in the northwest of the area, as well as the King’s palace, brings a further cultural understanding of the area.

You can also meet an amchi (traditional Tibetan doctor) museum and school where visitors can learn about ancient healing art.

Our journey will start with lot of fun and full of adventure safari the trip will start from the stunning city of Pokhara. Driving through the roads we reach Beni, from where the off road will begin. Driving through Dusty road we will Explore cultivated farm along with the barren George, magnificent cliffs and various passes.

We will be taking Ride through the Kaligandaki George which is (the world’s deepest), with the majestic Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Massifs in the background. The adventures Upper Mustang Jeep Tour will shortly takes you to Lo Manthang.

You will have quite enough time to explore the immense culture and topography of Upper Mustang in this Jomsom to Lo Manthang by jeep safari. After this we will descent from the same route .

Itinerary of Upper Mustang jeep tour

1
Day 1:Arrival at Tribhuwan-International airport (Kathmandu)

Our Khumbu Excursion representative meets you at the airport and transfers hotel by the Vehicle. Later on the in the same evening Our trekking guide will explain about your program.

Jeep 20min
Accommodation 3 star hotel
Altitude 1400m.
2
Day 2:Drive to Pokhara by Jeep.

Today after having breakfast we will take early jeep from kathmandu to Pokhara.The mesmerizing journey witnessing the green hills, forests, terrains, and river will begin just after we leave the Kathmandu valley. Observing the life of a common Nepalese in the Himalayas, we will reach Pokhara.Where we will stay overnight after having such a long drive.

Jeep 6/7hr/200km
Accommodation 3 star hotel
Meals BLD
Altitude 822m.
3
Day 3:Drive Pokhara to Beni to Tatopani (2600 m Elevation).

Today after spending a night in Pokhara we will have early breakfast at Hotel, after that we start our journey to Mustang. First we will take a drive west to the town of Beni and then we will follow the Kali Gandaki River. The road after Beni is bumpy road. The Kali Gandaki is the world’s deepest george, between Dhaulagiri (8,167 m) and Annapurna (8,091 m) Himalaya. After having such a long drive we will reach Tatopani . Tatopani means hot water in nepali it is a small town where you will experience naturally hot water and you’ll stay overnight there.

Jeep 6/7hr./110km
Accommodation Tea house
Meals BLD
Altitude 2600m
4
Day 4:Drive from Tatopani to Kagbeni (2900m. Elevation) and visit Muktinath Temple (3800 m. Elevation).

Today After having breakfast in Tatopani we will gradually drive through local villages of Kalopani, Ghasa and on the way you will be exploring the very famous apple farming of Marpha Village and also local market of Jomsom.After than you will cross Kagbeni village and visit holy temple complex of Muktinath that have 108 taps which is dedicated to lord Vishnun(Hindu god). You will also be visiting Jal Devi where you can see the fire lighting itself (Natural gas), on the way you will witness the town of Muktinath, Buddhist monastery in Jharkot from where you’ll get incredible views of Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri and Tukuche Peak and after you’ll drive to Kagbeni where we will stay tonight.

Jeep 5/6hr./95km
Accommodation Tea house
Meals BLD
Altitude 3800m
5
Day 5: Drive to Ghami Village (3520 m. Elevation) Via Syngboche Pass (4200 m. Elevation).

Right after having your breakfast in the morning you will be visiting Kagbeni Monastery and Buddhist School. Before leaving Kagbeni your guide will check your special Upper Mustang permit and start your journey to Upper Mustang. Firstly you will cross Kaligandaki river near Chhusang village by Jeep and climb up to Chella Village, Samar Village, Syangboche village, Bhina, Ghiling and arrive at Ghami village.

This is your private trip so you can stop your Jeep anywhere and enjoy with the pictures. Also you will Explore the typical local farmer houses with Yak and houses caravan, you’ll be amazed by the Tibetan culture and local activities during the day.

Jeep 6hr/32km
Accommodation Tea house
Meals BLD
Altitude 4200m
6
Day 6:Drive to Lo-Mangthang (3840 m. Elevation).

This walled village is the traditional home to the King of Lo and is still the scene of many interesting and colourful Buddhist festivals. We will also explore many mountains –such as Nilgiri, Tilicho, Annapurna and Bhrikuti Peak at to the atmosphere of the place.

Jeep 3hr./17km
Accommodation Tea house
Meals BLD
Altitude 3840m
7
Day 7: Explore day in Lo-Manthang and Chhosar

After having our breakfast in Beautiful Lo Manthang today we will get to explore some of the mysteries of Upper Mustang. A short trek to the area of Chhoser Here we find about Jhong Caves or even Sky Caves.

What these are five-storey high caves built into the side of cliffs. Researchers are still puzzling as to whom these caves were built and for what purpose . Local assume that they were used as burial chambers, hiding places, places of meditation and later, monasteries.

But no one really knows about the actual origins of these suspicious amazing caves. We can explore some of these caves, taking a packed lunch with us so we can enjoy the atmosphere of the caves, lunar-like landscape and mountains while relaxing also. Then we head to guest house by jeep.

Walking
Accommodation Tea house
Meals BLD
8
Day 8:Drive back to Jomsom

we say goodbye to Upper Mustang and enter the lower regions (or Lower Mustang as it is also called) of the district at Jomson. On this, our final trekking day, we will take a drive to Jomsom and perhaps this time explore the little monetary and look fondly up the Kali Gandaki gorge.

Jeep 6/7hr./50km
Accommodation Tea house
Meals BLD
Altitude 2743m
9
Day 9: Drive to Pokhara

following the same path you will take  a 7-8 hour of long right to get Pokhara,

Jeep 7/8hr./158km
Accommodation 3 star Hotel
Meals BLD
Altitude 822m.
10
Day 10:Drive back to Kathmandu

You will take a jeep back to the capital city from Pokhara . You will be taken to your hotel where you can rest. It will be the last day in Nepal so you may prepare all your requirement within a day

Jeep 6hr.
Accommodation 3 star hotel
Meals BB
Altitude 1400m
11
Day11: Sightseeing around kathmandu valley

It’s your second day here in Nepal where you will be taken to visit the most visited tourist places here in the valley including Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar square, Swayambhunath, and many other places that are listed in World Heritage Sites by UNESCO. On the same day, you will do some shopping to prepare yourself for the Annapurna Circuit Trek.

12
Day12: Fly back to your home country

After experiencing a life-changing tour to Upper Mustang Jeep Tour it’s time to say bye-bye at the departure section at Tribhuwan International Airport. We will thank you with a token of love wishing you a happy future ahead.

Includes/Excludes

What's Included?
  • Transfer from Airport –
  • Hotel Accommodation during the trek according to the itinerary
  • All standard meals(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner /tea or coffee) during the trekking
  • English speaking experienced sherpa guide (Govt. Licence holder)
  • First aid medicine kit.
  • Upper Mustang restricted area Fee, TIMS permits & all required permits or Official Documentation.
  • Annapurna Conservation area Permit and Tims card
  • All ground transfers.
  • All government and local taxes.
  • Farewell dinner
  • Rescue arrangement( in case of natural calamity, unforeseen circumstance, Physical condition)which will cover by your travel insurance
What's Excluded?
  • Your Personal Travel Insurance.
  • Nepal Entry Visa Fee.
  • Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
  • Beverages (drinks, mineral water,boiled water and beer)
  • Tips for guide/Porter.
  • Any personal expenses (phone calls, laundry,bar bills, cold drink.
  • Extra accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara apart from itinerary incase of early arrival or late depature.
  • Any loss arising due to unforeseen circumstances is beyond Khumbu Excursion
  • Travel and rescue insurance

Best Season For Upper Mustang Jeep Tour

Most of the local descent down from Lo Manthang on trading expedition during the winter in order to avoid the cold, therefore, the favorable season is from late march until early November. During this time The trip don’t go to extremely high elevations, but the cold, dust and unrelenting afternoon winds can make it less pleasant than other treks in Nepal.

Trekking Checklist Trekking to Upper Mustang Trek
Some of the essential gears for trekking are:–

Sunglasses
Sun hat
Backpack
Refillable water bottles
Good quality, super-warm 4-season sleeping bag (these can be rented from local vendors)
Hand towel,
Energy Bars
Wet wipes
Toiletries
Frontal torch and flashlight with spare batteries
Sunblock and high SPF lip balm
Guidebook
Map
Compass
Penknife
Washbag (Toothpaste, Toothbrush, and other personal hygiene items)
Sewing Kit
Trekking poles
Sleeping bag
Duffel Bag
For Clothing, you may just add the following clothes to your backpack
Down jacket x 1
Fleece x 1
Thermal top x 2
T-shirts x 3, long sleeve shirts x 2-3
Waterproof trousers x 1
Warm trousers x 2
Hiking shorts/trousers x 1
Long thermal pants x 1
Thermal underwear
Socks thin and thick x 6
Hiking boots
Gaiters
Comfortable closed shoes (for around camp)
Mittens and ski gloves
Balaclava and woolen hat
Scarf

It is very important to carry a First Aid kit while trekking in the mountains. Some of the essential medicines and first aid kits are as follows.

  1. Small first aid kit
  2. Sprint Bandage
  3. Headache tablets
  4. Imodium (loperamide)

It is good to consult your physician for Acetazolamide (Diamox), a drug that mitigates the effects of altitude, headache, diarrhoea & vomiting.

Trekking Tips

  1. Always carry a First Aid Kit while trekking.
  2. Do not touch people when they are on the way to temples.
  3. Beef is prohibited in Nepal. No female animal is killed for food.
  4. You may not be allowed to enter the inner part of temples and stupas.
  5. It is better to take permission before using cameras while visiting temples, stupas, and heritage sites.
  6. Briefs, shorts, bare shoulders, and backs may not be appreciated in rural villages. So, stay comfortably and decently covered.
  7. Public display of affection is not entertained nicely in rural parts.
  8. If a Nepali lady hesitates to shake hands with you, it is common in rural parts. It is better to greet with ‘Namaste’ by joining both the palms and it is an appreciated gesture.
  9. Use a hotel safety box for your valuables.
  10. While visiting villages, you may not get all the luxuries and modern amenities. So, expecting modern services in rural villages is futile.
  11. If you have any problems, do not hesitate to ask your guide for solutions

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