Upper Mustang Jeep Tour - 11 Days - Himalayan idol Trek ,Tours and Travel Company

Trip Duration

11 Days

Group Sizes

2-25 People

Difficulty

Moderate

Max. Altitude

3840M

Activities

Jeep Tour

Meals

Breakfast
Lunch
Dinner

Accommodation

Hotel / Lodge

Trip Highlights

                                     Natural Hot Spring at Tatopani
Rupse Waterfalls 310 Meters
Apple orchards in Tukuche and Marpha Village
Kagbeni Village -The gateway to Upper Mustang
Muktinath, the sacred Hindu pilgrimage destination
8th century Chungsi Cave and Lo Gekar Gomba
Luri Gomba and Tsarang Gomba
Lo Manthang- the Chode Gomba, the Jampa Monastery and Thupchen Gomba
Mysterious Sky Cave and Monastic School at Choser
Arid landscape and towering snow-covered Himalayas on the horizon
The Sky Cave- Jhong Cave at Chhoser
Lowo Nyiphug Namdrol Norbuling Monastic School The stone-walled town of Lo manthang: Chode Gompa, the Jampa Monastery and Thupchen Gompa
Luri Gompa Lo Ghekar Monastery (Ghar Gumba)Tsarang Monastery Chungsi Cave

                                

Overview of Upper Mustang Jeep Tour – 11 Days

Upper Mustang Lo manthang with Jomsom Muktinath Jeep Tour is an epic overland tour in Nepal for adventure and nature lovers. It connects Annapurna and Mustang regions in the North-Western part of Nepal. The Upper Mustang region is a restricted region and Lo manthang is its capital. It is a cultural paradise with medieval civilizations, monasteries, Chhortens, and caves. Muktinath is located in the lower Mustang region, which is a globally renowned Hindu pilgrimage destination.

The tour begins from Kathmandu or from Pokhara, it begins from Pokhara and takes you through the picturesque highway. You will drive through an impressive mountain road and a bit thrilling for a couple of hours after Tatopani. On the way, an impressive 310-meter waterfall, Rupse Waterfall will welcome you. Driving through the deepest gorge of the world- the Kali Gandaki gorge, you enter the Mustang region. The arid landscape of the Mustang region is equally fascinating by the Himalayan views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. Exploring the apple orchards of Tukuche and Marpha Village , you will enjoy dramatic scenery of Jomsom. The magnificent view of Kagbeni Village will allure you.

Exploring the impressive Dhumba Lake across Jomsom, first you explore the world’s most famous Hindu pilgrimage destination- Muktinath Temple and embark on the historical salt-trade route of Upper Mustang, following the Kali Gandaki River.

The journey to the controlled region begins from Chhusang. Driving further, you will get different and exceptional experiences of driving through the semi-arid region of Mustang, where jaw-dropping cliffs, sandy caves, and centuries-old Chhortens are the continual attractions on the trip. Along with the caves, Monasteries, and chhortens, the Himalayan views accompany the trip. The enticing villages like Chaile, Samar, Syangbochen, Ghiling, Ghami, and Tsarang are exceptional.

There are some unavoidable caves and monasteries in Upper Mustang. The caves and monasteries date back to the 8th Century when Guru Rinpoche came to Upper Mustang chasing the demon from Tibet. Monasteries and caves are highly spiritual as well as great looking in structure.

Itinerary of Upper Mustang Jeep Tour – 11 Days

Day 01: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara it takes about 7-8 Hours

Day 02: Drive from Pokhara to Marpha Village it takes about 7 Hours

Day 03: Explore Marpha then drive Jomsom-Dhumba Lake-Muktinath-Kagbeni and Kagbeni (2840M)

What's included?

What's not included?

Private Transportation from Kathmandu to Pokhara by tourist Bus. ( By Flight option)
Complete information, about trekking crews, altitude sickness before the trek starting.
2 nights Hotel in Pokhara and last 1 night 3-star hotel in Kathmandu with breakfasts
By private transportation picks up and drops.
Pokhara to Jomsom back to Pokhara flight tickets
Full board meals throughout the trek.(breakfast, lunch and dinner included chosen from lodge menu.)
Twin share mountain lodge accommodation during the trekking.
Government licensed holder trek guide, helpful & friendly porters (1 porter =2 people) and their food, accommodation, salary, equipment, and accidental insurance for all staff. (6 trekkers 1 assistant guide)
Warm Down jacket and four seasonal sleeping bags will be provided during the trekking (down jacket and sleeping bag are to be returned after the trip)
Trekking permit fee (Retracted Area Permit USD 500 for first 10 days and USD 50 per day (RAP) and local Village entry ticket)
Annapurna conservation area permit ( ACAP)
Himalayan idol Adventure (P) Ltd.’s Logo trekking bag/duffel bag, t-shirt and Trekking trail map.
First Aid kits for the staffs and the groups, including Oxi-meter and Diamox tablets
Services co-ordination for emergency and rescue operations
Government taxes & Company service charge
Welcome/Farewell dinner at traditional Nepali culture show Restaurant
Trip achievement Certificate
Heritage Sites entry tickets according the itinerary

Meals not included.
Travel insurance (Compulsory)
Nepal entry visa charge.
All beverages and others personal expenses.
Snacks and other personal expenses.
Battery charge, hot showers & international phone calls.
Service not mentioned above.

Standard

11 Days

Price Starts from

1450 US$

Upper Mustang Jeep Tour – 11 Days Altitude Chart

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Trip Information - Good to Know

Permits for Upper Mustang Jeep Tour

The hidden gem of Upper Mustang reveals a couple of permits that are mandatory beforehand.

Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP)

Rs 3000 per person

Special Permit (for Upper Mustang Restricted Aea Permit called RAP)

The upper Mustang permit alone costs 50 USD per day per person.

Mandatory Guide: You must hire a licensed guide to enter.

Minimum Trekkers: The permit can apply single person.

Permit Application: Only registered trekking agencies can apply for the RAP through the Department of Immigration.

Validity: The RAP fee is based on the actual days spent in the region.

While the RAP must be processed by an agency, ACAP permits can be obtained at the Nepal Tourism Board offices in Kathmandu or Pokhara

Transport/Vehicle/Driver for Upper Mustang Jeep Tour

Off-road jeeps (Scorpio/land cruiser)-We use mainly two types of jeeps- Scorpio jeeps are widely popular for Upper Mustang tours. We use a vehicle that has got 4WD driving system. Drivers are well experienced with the road, its challenges, and the preparation to tackle the possible technical problems in the vehicle. They are also familiar with the touring sites.

Best time/season for Upper Mustang Jeep Tour

If you see the best time/seasons for a Nepal tour, spring (March-April-May) and Autumn (September-October-November) are great for exploring Nepal. However, unlike these months, Upper Mustang also welcomes you in mid-monsoon. This is because, the Mustang region is located beyond the Himalayas, which is known as a Himalayan rain shadow area. Welcome to Mustang-all the season (except mid-winter (January-Feb), which will be fully snowy).

Guide for Upper Mustang Jeep Tour

The guide will show you the major highlights of the Upper Mustang region. He will manage the required accommodation, take care of food, and take you to the touring sites.