Upper Mustang Jeep Tour

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Trip Duration 06 Days
Group Size 2-12 people
Maximum Altitude Lo Manthang (3,840m)
Difficulty Grade Moderate
Start & End Point Pokhara/Pokhara
Best Seasons Feb-May, Sept-Mid Dec

Upper Mustang Jeep Tour

  • Upper Mustang exploration for six days with a private guide and a 4WD vehicle
  • Driving to Marpha, Jomsom, and Kagbeni through a rocky and bumpy route.
  • Traveling to Marpha, Nepal’s “apple orchards,” where you may go and harvest apples in a garden during a specific season.
  • The best place to see the Kali Gandaki Canyon is Syangmoche’s Chungsi Rangchung Cave Temple.
  • Visiting Lo Manthang’s hidden kingdom.
  • Experience the “KORALA Border,” one of the first trading routes between Nepal and Tibet, when visiting the Tibetan border close to Lo Manthang.
  • Discover Tibetan Bon-Buddhist culture and cultural heritage.
  • Touring the Muktinath Temple, a prominent Hindu and Buddhist religious place, and other notable regional cultural attractions.
  • Enjoy the most stunning scenery and vibrant farms.
  • Taking a bath at Tatopani’s hot springs
  • A unique Jeep trip journeys along the valley and riverbed of the Kali Gandaki River to take in the natural diversity.
  • Those with little free time are the ones who would benefit the most from the excursion.
  • An opportunity to participate in the Tiji Festival in May.

Overview of Upper Mustang Jeep Tour

Upper Mustang Jeep tour is the best off-ward jeep riding tour. This tour is a fantastic tour of the Mustang Valley. Travelers from inside as well as outside of the country love this tour. Suppose you have less time to travel and are willing to tour the Upper Mustang. The Upper Mustang Jeep Tour is one of the best choices for them.

Upper Mustang Trek is also Famous as the Kingdom of Lo. It is one of the remotest areas of Nepal and is also called The Last Forbidden Kingdom. Communities of Thakalis, Gurungs, and Tibetans inhabit the area of the Upper Mustangs. Also, this community speaks the Tibetan language. They follow the Tibetan culture and lifestyle.

This tour is short and escapes the dusty trails. You do not have to walk through the dusty and dry route on the Jeep tour to the Upper Mustang trek. The trek allows one to visit caves, monasteries, and archeological sites. It shows the beauty of hidden treasures.

It takes you to the secret world of the vintage Buddhist nation of Mustang. It might be the most mysterious and least-mentioned Kingdom. It has different fascinating views of the snow-capped Himalayas and barren high plateaus. It has deep canyons and an ocean of exposed hills, the colors of a desert sunset.

Enjoy the Himalayan off-road ride.

The Upper Mustang Jeep tour is for those eager to visit the Kingdom of Tibetan Buddhists. You can do this tour in a short period. It falls under Annapurna Region Trekking. It is a moderately short trek. The region has the most extensive biodiversity area in Nepal.

The tour passes by the oldest monastery and the people’s unique lifestyle. We will drive off-road with the best Himalayan view. This region’s Lo Manthang Upper Mustang Jeep trek starts with a flight or Drive to Jomsom Via Pokhara. The Lower Mustang trek takes you from Kagbeni to Muktinath and Lupra village.

Lower Mustang trekking is the best place to experience Tibetan culture. It has had a long-term historical and cultural relationship with Tibet. With this, the trek lets you witness the Gurung community and its unique lifestyle. You will see a beautiful, classic Nepali lifestyle and culture in the Jomsom area journey.

Upper Mustang Jeep tour cost

The cost for the Upper Mustang Jeep tour depends on group size, as in the private Jeep, we can travel up to 6 people. We need a minimum of 2 people to run the tour. The permit fees of Upper Mustang are expensive so that the tour cost will be high.

The entire board tour cost from Pokhara to Pokhara is USD 2050 per person for a minimum 2-person group. You will get a lower charge if you are in a big group. The Upper Mustang jeep tour is suitable for all age groups. All age groups can go for the Upper Mustang jeep tour.

We have taken the family with children and older people already there. This tour is a perfect fit for everyone who needs to gain hiking experience. Suppose you have yet to gain any previous trekking experience. Or you are a senior citizen who hesitates to do trekking. You can join the Upper Mustang Jeep tour.

Permits and fees for Upper Mustang Jeep tour

Foreigners traveling to the Upper Mustang area must get a special permit from the Nepal Government’s concerned authority. We also need an ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit). This region is open to tourists since 1992.

The permit cost for the area is USD 500 per person for ten days. If you intend to spend more days, you must pay an extra USD 50 per day per person. A minimum of 2 people is needed to obtain the permit for your Upper Mustang Jeep tour.

You can only get a permit from an authorized trekking agency in Nepal. If you are a single traveler, you can join the license with other single travelers from a trekking agency. You must provide a passport photo and original passport for a permit, which takes one working day.

Itinerary of Upper Mustang Jeep Tour

DAY
01

Day 01: Pokhara Drive to Jomsom - and if time permits -Kagbeni

Early in the morning, we start our off-road driving to Jomsom and further to Kagbeni today. A flight option is also available if you want to avoid the drive. Along the way, visit the Marpha, the apple kingdom of Nepal. If it is apple season, we will pick apples at an apple orchard. Overnight at Kagbeni (2,804 m).

Jeep 8-9 hours
Accommodation Guesthouse
Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Kagbeni (2,804 m), Jomsom (2,743m)
DAY
02

Day 02: Kagbeni - Ghami

We will follow the route along Ghami for our today’s destination. The drive will be about 4 hrs long, and you will enjoy a scenic drive from Kagbeni to Ghami.

Jeep 4 hr
Accommodation Guesthouse
Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Ghami (3,560m)
DAY
03

Day 03: Ghami drive to Lo Manthang

Today, after breakfast, we will explore the cliffs of Dhakmar and start our driving. We will stop for lunch at the beautiful settlement of Tsarang. We also have an option to visit the Luri Cave Chorten. We are furthermore driving to Lo Manthang.

Jeep 3 hrs
Accommodation Teahouse
Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Lo Manthang (3,840m)
DAY
04

Day 04: Lo Manthang- Nepal Tibet Border - Dzong Cave Complex

Explore the three monasteries of Lo Manthang in the morning. After exploring the morning, we will drive north to the Nepal-China border at Kora La – a 1-hour drive. Drive back and visit the large Dzong Cave complex at Chooser. You can ride a horse. You need to book in advance.

Jeep 4 hrs
Accommodation Teahouse
Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY
05

Day 05: Lo Manthang - Jomsom

Finish our Jeep tour, and today, after breakfast, we will drive back to Jomsom. You have the option to visit Ghar Gumba, which may take another one more hour.

Jeep 6 hrs
Accommodation Guesthouse
Meals Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Altitude Jomsom (2,743m)
DAY
06

Day 06: Jomsom - Drive back to Pokhara

Drive back to Pokhara. If you tire of driving, take a short early morning flight to Pokhara by adding extra cost for a flight ticket.

Flight 25 min
Meals Breakfast
Altitude Pokhara (822m)

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Best Season for an Upper Mustang Jeep Tour

Every season in Nepal is reasonable for and feasible for the Upper Mustang Jeep Tour. We can arrange this Upper Mustang Jeep tour and drive to the area during the monsoon. You don’t have to worry about getting wet in monsoon weather.

Before visiting, it is crucial to understand the weather and climate of the Upper Mustang. We have described short ways according to the four seasons. This information will help you plan before traveling to the Upper Mustang Jeep Tour.

Summer Season

The summer season typically lasts from June through August. The weather is often warm and rainy. Nepal has rain during this season. However, the Upper Mustang is significantly different. It experiences less rainfall there because it is a semi-deserted region. No rain falls, and travelers encounter a dry environment.

Mustang doesn’t get rainy because Annapurna and Dhaulagiri cast shadows over the area. The Upper Mustang Jeep tour may be ideal for vacation in Nepal throughout the summer. The Upper Mustang is dry despite the lower sections receiving monsoon rains. It is because it is in the rain shadow of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges.

Autumn Season

The autumn season includes September, October, and November. It is the ideal time for this Upper Mustang Jeep tour journey. Autumn offers you breathtaking views of the Upper Mustang from all directions. So, be sure to have sturdy windproof gear throughout these months.

Winter Season

You will experience snowfall throughout the winter months of December, January, and February. It is unsuitable for the Upper Mustang Jeep tour to avoid the wind and cold during this season. Even the locals migrate to lower places. During these months, travelers may need help to begin their Upper Mustang Jeep tour and treks.

If you enjoy seeing new places, then travel in the winter. It will let you take in the breathtaking vistas of the Mustang. You can experience occasional snowfall and cold temperatures. Please wear warm, windproof outerwear before sunrise and after sunset. You need them in the mountains to keep your body warm.

Spring Season

The Upper Mustang Jeep tour trip is among the best in Nepal during the spring months of March, April, and May. The weather conditions are ideal for a Jeep driving excursion. It is neither too cold nor hot to go at this time of year. You can enjoy Tibetan culture, festivals, landscapes, and archaeology in the spring. You can explore the Mustang’s geography.

Suppose you visit the upper Mustang around May in the spring. Then, you’ll enjoy the region’s biggest festival, the Tiji festival. The traditional Tibetan event is also known as “upper Mustang Tiji,” “Teeji,” or “Tenji Festival.” Local people celebrate it as a symbol of the victory of God over the devil.

It has widespread acclaim for its distinctive dances, ceremonies, and other cultural features. Overall, we found that any season suits an Upper Mustang Jeep Tour. Trekking is best between September and November (autumn) and March and May (spring). It helps to prevent potential issues.

Every traveler’s two favorite seasons are autumn and spring, particularly in Nepal. These are the best seasons to visit Upper Mustang because of its ideal climate. It lets you enjoy the region’s stunning scenery and excellent mountain visibility. The atmosphere is suitable for a tour—neither cold nor hot.

Accommodations during the Upper Mustang Jeep Tour

Several hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara can accommodate travelers of various economic levels. There are teahouses and guesthouses while beginning the excursion in Kagbeni. Locals run this teahouse and these lodges. The lodges are tidy, and the beds and blankets are appropriate.

Both single and two-person shared rooms are available. Individual rooms might not be available at busy times or during the season’s peak. If so, you must share a space with your trip partner or friends.

You may find lodgings in hotels ranging from budget to five-star in Kathmandu and Pokhara. The clean, modest residence includes lodges, tea houses, or guest houses. They are accessible throughout the Upper Mustang Jeep Tour. We are offering the best accommodations available in the city.

Foods in Upper Mustang Jeep tour

You may find whatever delicacy you want at one of the many restaurants in Pokhara and Kathmandu. You can find various reasonably priced food options in the city area. But you can get steamed momo, daal bhat, eggs, green salad, noodle soup, and finger chips.

There are potatoes, bread, and fresh vegetables on the menus of most teahouses along the road during your upper Mustang Jeep tour. You may get coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and hot lemon. Every day, the lodges you are staying in will provide three meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).

During the Upper Mustang Jeep tour, we have breakfast, lunch, and dinner in your tour package. Even though you will be on a mountain, you may choose from various meals. Every tea house offers continental and Tibetan food besides the typical Nepali Dal and Bhat.

Why an Upper Mustang Jeep Tour?

The Upper Mustang Jeep Tour is a luxury roadside trip to some isolated areas of Nepal. It enables you to discover the area’s natural and cultural splendor. The upper Mustang Jeep Tour is the best choice for people to free themselves from lengthy and rugged hikes. You will have the opportunity to see various beautiful places quickly.

In terms of beauty, the mountain had everything except greenery. You can see a stunning view of the surroundings and the lovely Kaligandaki River flowing. When you arrive at the Lo Manthang, you will also see the art, culture, and human civilization. They have existed for hundreds of years.

It’s like giving oneself an incredible vacation just by getting there. Sometimes, a small village would appear when one passed across the barren hills. Most of Nepal’s Himalayan districts share a similar habitation pattern.

The Upper Mustang Jeep Tour has intriguing scenery and a profoundly ingrained culture. You may learn about human civilization here. You travel back in time as you visit Lo Manthang, a magnificently walled ancient kingdom of Lo. A vast wall encloses the whole realm of Lo Mangthang.

You may view and study various arts, crafts, and historic structures in this location. The local population still admires the king. The historical and architectural citadel, palaces, caverns, monasteries, and gumbas are preserved treasures. An alternative to the Upper Mustang Trek is the driving excursion to Mustang.

Additionally, you may travel to the border at Korala. It is roughly a two- to three-hour drive from Lomanthang. The Kerala border is around 4600 meters above sea level. It is becoming a significant trading hub for Nepal and China. It is one of Nepal’s oldest ports. People once utilized the border between Nepal and Tibet for trading salt. It is now one of the significant ports between China and Nepal.

A Fusion of Cultural Beauty, Natural Beauty, and People on the Upper Mustang Jeep Tour

Upper Mustang is a beautiful spot brimming with both traditional and natural beauty. There is a facility for road transportation, powerlines, and internet to Lo Manthang. The lives of the people here are getting better. It is one of the last bastions of unmodified Tibetan culture.

Nevertheless, despite these benefits to the local populations, the culture is still thriving. People have restored several ancient monasteries and revitalized the study of Buddhist principles.

Mountains are a unique location on earth where one discovers tranquility and stillness. The breathtaking beauty around them might take anyone aback. It makes them realize how fortunate they are in life. Then add Buddhist prayer wheels, prayer flags, incense, and peace.

The flight from Pokhara to Jomsom is the first stage of the Upper Mustang Jeep Tour. We take a jeep journey from Jomsom to Lo Manthang before arriving at Korala, the Chinese border. Even the route up to this place is breathtaking. You may come across small settlements like wonders in a desert along the road.

You will encounter the friendliest and hardest-working people on your journeys, in particular. Every time they pass you, they always smile and greet you with a polite namaste. You’ll be surprised to learn about the Mustang’s beauty, charm, and magical atmosphere. It remains unaffected by the story of the Jeep tour’s intrusion.

Trip Add-on Visit Muktinath Temple

You will go to Muktinath first, then Lo Manthang. It is a well-known place of worship. It provides some breathtaking views of the Annapurna range of mountains. It is a Lord Vishnu temple in a gorgeous landscape with 108 waterspouts. The temple is close to a monastery as well. The location attracts large numbers of Buddhist and Hindu pilgrims each year. The Upper Mustang Jeep Tour starts from Muktinath.

Then, drive to Lo Manthang, which is in Upper Mustang. On the way to Lo Manthang, we pass the Barron Gorge, arid terrain, stunning cliffs, and several high passes. The path then passes through several well-known locations. We pass Kagbeni, the Kaligandaki river bed, Chele, Ghami, and Tsarang. Visitors entering Nepal must buy a $500 special entry permit for ten days.

These strict regulations are in place to safeguard regional customs from outside influence. It is also to save the environment. Unbelievably, the road leads to a lonely area with beautiful vistas of eroding cliffs. You reach undiscovered caverns in those magnificent Himalayan highlands.

Lo Manthang, an ancient city in Upper Mustang

Instead, look into the less-traveled path to the Hidden Kingdom. It would be best if you took the chance to use a Jeep to see the Upper Mustang’s semi-deserted region. Please bring your body on a journey. Please do not force it to struggle for breath and refuse to let it rest when needed. The upper Mustang jeep excursion provides you peace of mind.

You can experience it by planning and researching the Upper Mustang jeep tour to Lo Manthang. The Upper Mustang Valley is home to Nepal’s ancient city, Lo Manthang. It is also the final stop on the Upper Mustang Jeep Tour. It is also known as the capital of the Forbidden Kingdom and a city rich in old customs, culture, and history.

The town still maintains a four-story palace where the king and queen reside. Learning about the Lo Manthang Palace’s history and tales is fascinating. The Lo Manthang Palace’s construction area was in the nearby community. However, the king opted to construct a new court elsewhere. He believed the space on the hill needed to increase for the castle.

So he had a white goat carry a load on its back. He sent it out to search for a palace to discover the ideal location for the castle. He declared that he would build a court wherever that goat sits. Finally, the white goat arrived and stayed there. As a result, they made the court of Lomanthang there. This palace resembles a goat sleeping if viewed from the top.

Enjoy the Tiji festival in May.

Similarly, the city’s capital has many centuries-old gumbas and a long-walled fortress. You can also attend the three-day Tiji festival if your stay is in May or June. You may extend your Upper Mustang Jeep Tour by a few more days to take in the local festivities. It is challenging to get to Lo Manthang in a Mustang.

Everyone who comes there complains that their bodies hurt. They have to go on a rough journey because the road conditions are not so excellent. But it’s lovely to experience when you try to achieve something you have not done before. You share the stunning journey to Lo Manthang. You feel challenges, exhaustion, and feelings of accomplishment.

Prepare to accept the one-of-a-kind initiative of adventure and peace. While traveling to Lo Manthang, you will see the stunning scenery and unique terrain. The road people built in the rocky hills gives the feeling of traveling to an unreal place. It’s difficult to describe how stunning the snow-capped mountains rising behind the rugged slopes look.

The journey to Lo Manthang from Chhusang takes around 4 hours. The route winds through stunning, rugged highlands for 32 kilometers. Despite being barren and devoid of any vegetation, the mountains have a unique ability to captivate visitors. One must pass via the towns of Ghami and Charang before arriving at Lo Manthang after leaving Syangmochen.

Enjoy the Buddhist customs & lifestyle.

Lomanthang village resembles a well-organized city. It is more than a typical village with similar stone-built homes. There are many enormous palaces of kings and rulers from centuries ago. There are stone walls around the settlement. There is art and culture derived from Buddhism. These customs and lifestyles make Lo Manthang unique compared to other places.

People in Lo Mangthang also embraced Tibetan art and culture. Tibet was close by and quickly accessible. One may learn that it is possible to do development while preserving the arts, cultures, and histories. You can interact with the people of Lomanthang. They try to protect their ancestors’ skills and cultures while adjusting to modern life.

During your upper Mustang Jeep Tour, visiting Lomanthang will teach you many things. You learn that real growth concerns retaining one’s interests while accepting those of others. Walk around Lo Manthang’s streets and alleys. You can witness how history stares back at you through the stone pathways.

The bodies of the individuals moving about will show the old civilization. You’ll notice their hands that occupy their work. You’ll see people gazing peacefully into Lo Manthang’s beauty. You will observe the Lowa people making small steps along a lengthy, lifelong path. You can see the entire Lo Manthang hamlet from a palace built hundreds of years ago perched on a hill.

The Upper Mustang Jeep Tour on Horseback

Do you want to adventure in Nepal’s Upper Mustang region? Aside from the upper Mustang jeep tour, the upper Mustang horseback tour is another option to reach your goal. Upper Mustang Mustang on horseback will be one of your finest adventures. It has remote and spectacular scenery with frightening mountain trails.

It hugs cliff valleys, river valleys, and high plateaus, all steeped in Tibetan culture. For this tour, you must make a reservation well in advance. You may travel from Kathmandu in Nepal to Pokhara and then to Jomsom. From Jomsom, your trip to the Upper Mustang can begin. From Jomsom, you may go north to Kagbeni.

From there, the upper Mustang Mustang officially starts. We trek the next day onto Chhusang village. It will take nine hours to go to Tangye from Chhusang. You can depart for Yara the following day. You will go to Lo Manthang’s Wall Kingdom on your final day of riding. You may spend two days seeing Lo Manthang before taking a jeep to Chooser.

There you will visit an old monastery among the well-known caves. As a result, we need a two-day jeep trip back to Jomsom with a stopover night in a Charang village. You will discover a brand-new universe different from the rest of the globe, with a rich history and a rhythm. Additionally, they cover the world’s immense wealth of religion and culture.

Overall, taking a trip to Lo Manthang is a fantastic experience. Your Upper Mustang Jeep Tour will conclude with a drive from Lo Manthang back to Jomsom. You return after an insightful exploration of the area’s finest attractions.

Most Asked Questions by Travellers

Hiring a specific, knowledgeable, and experienced guide for this tour is preferable. However, hiring porters is optional because the jeep will carry your goods and backpacks. However, hiring a porter if you intend to travel on horseback is highly suggested.

You will be touring by jeep. So you do not need expensive equipment, materials, and rigorous physical preparation. Take only what is essential. Wear a warm jacket, a windproof jacket, pants, and shoes.

Before beginning this journey, you typically fly from Pokhara or Kathmandu to Jomsom. After that, we will conduct your tour in a jeep. Different vehicle services operate depending on the weather and guest preferences.

Some villages along the travel routes have landline telephones. So, you can call your loved ones from there. There are specific locations where you may access the internet for a fee. Additionally, you can get a sim card for your smartphone by providing a photocopy of your passport and a PP-sized photo.

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