Upper Mustang Jeep Safari

Upper Mustang Jeep tour is an adventurous trip for travelers; who want to hide different aspects of the Upper Mustang region within a short period. Upper Mustang was a restricted and one among the isolated regions of Nepal until 1992. The region remains isolated from the surface world comprising two-third of the Mustang district.

Upper Mustang Jeep Tour helps you to explore this extraordinary region without having to steer for hours. you'll simply stop your private jeep whenever you want, and explore a specific place and take some pictures. Jeep Touring to Upper Mustang explores the gorgeous places of Upper Mustang; which are Lo Manthang, Marpha, Jomsom Muktinath, Kagbeni and lots of more. Upper Mustang is filled with ancient caves, historical monasteries and stupas, unique landscapes and spectacular mountain ranges.

The Jeep Tours to Upper Mustang may be a very efficient way to explore the region within a short period. The Upper Mustang Trek routes follow the riverbed of Kali Gandaki River with the views of mountain ranges; like Mount Annapurna, Mount Machhapuchhre, Mount Dhaulagiri and lots of more. So, don’t you would like to explore the off-beaten route to the Hidden Kingdom? You should not miss this chance of exploring the semi-deserted region of Upper Mustang via Jeep. we've come up with a suitable 12 days Itinerary for Jeep tour to Upper Mustang. we offer you with exclusive four-wheel jeep with a highly experienced driver and guide.

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Highlights of the Upper Mustang Jeep Tour

• Drive through the bumpy terrains of Marpha-Jomsom-Kagbeni all the way to Lo Manthan.
• Experience mini Tibet: Tibetan people/culture/lifestyles.
• Visit the picturesque areas including magnificent barren landscapes ancient caves, century old monasteries and many other archeological sites.
• Experience the Himalaya views from its backyard.
• Test the renowned local apples, apple pie and apple wine (marpha) in Jomsom.
• Visit Muktinath important pilgrimage site for Hindus and Buddhist.
• Journey through the Kaligandaki George, the world deepest.
• Take a tour in the beautiful city of Pokhara (Lakes, caves and Davis fall).

The fun filled and full of adventure safari trip commences from the beautiful city of Pokhara. Moving through the winding roads we reach Beni, from where the off road starts. Kicking the dust through the off road the cruiser goes along the barren George, magnificent cliffs and various passes. We ride through the Kaligandaki George; the world’s deepest, with the majestic Dhaulagiri and Annapurna Massifs in the background. The fascinating Upper Mustang Jeep Tour ultimately takes you to Lo Manthang. You will have enough time to explore the diverse culture and topography of Upper Mustang in this Jomsom to Lo Manthang by jeep safari. The decent is made through the same route.

(We require minimum of two persons to run the trip. We operate self or chauffeur driven)

Fees, Permits and Facilities
Foreign travelers have been allowed to the region since 1992 but tourism in this area is regulated. Foreigners need to obtain a special permit to enter in this area. Mustang is one of the most restricted trekking area of Nepal but now it is popular destination for trekkers. Upper Mustang is well marked by official "Mustang" boarder signs just north of Kagbeni where a police and ACAP checks permits for non-Nepalese seeking to enter the region, and at Gyu La (pass) east of Kagbeni.

Trekking permits for Mustang costs US $ 500 per person for 10 days. Note that it is defined as 10 days not nights, starting and ending at Kagbeni. Extra days are charged extra US $ 50 per day. In order to obtain the permit you need to have at least two members in a group. That means single permit won’t be allowed from the immigration. If you are single traveler, let us know, we can provide permits by joining you with other travelers group. We need your original passport copy to obtain the restricted area permits.

Best Seasons
Most of the population departs from Lo Manthang on trading expedition during the winter to avoid the cold and snow. The trekking season, therefore, is from late march until early November. 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.

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