Actual Adventure Pvt. Ltd. has designed special Mustang Jeep Drive tour package to visit Mustang region. We have designed this special package for those people who want to visit Upper
Duration: 12 Nights/ 13 Days
Activities: 4w Jeep Drive
Max. Altitude: 4,130m.
Group Size: 2 - 15 pax
Grade: Moderate Trip
Map: 4,100m.
Season: Mar - May / Sept – Nov
Accommodation: Tea House / Lodge
Actual Adventure Pvt. Ltd. has designed special Mustang Jeep Drive tour package to visit Mustang region. We have designed this special package for those people who want to visit Upper Mustangwithin short time without trekking and also for those people whose physical condition are not so well but want to visit Upper Mustang. Mustang Jeep Drive tour package is based on Jeep drives in the hidden kingdom, Upper Mustang. Upper Mustang is situated on northwest frontier bordering Tibet, the main attraction of mustang is Ancient caves, historic monasteries, archaeological areas, breathtaking landscapes, natural beauty and observe the Tibetan cultures in Nepal.
Upper Mustang Jeep Drive takes you to the hidden Kingdom of Lo which was not in touch with Nepal for hundreds of years. The people here still has their own officially recognized King who has his home in the capital called Lo Manthang. In this trek you can encounter the lifestyles of the real mountain people with distinct cultures and traditions. The people of Upper Mustang are highly influenced by the Tibet and this Kingdom is also known as Little Tibet.
Upper Mustang is one of the highly conserved trekking destinations in the world. The region was restricted for foreign visitors until 1992. Even until recent time the trekkers need special trekking permit to visit this region. The special trekking permit for Upper Mustang costs USD 500 for 9 nights and 10 days and an additional USD 50 per day is charged for extra day. You will also need to have Annapurna Conservation Area permit as well. The ACAP permit costs NPR 226 for the citizens of SAARC countries and NPR 2260 for citizens outside the SAARC countries.
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu transfer to hotel.
Day 02: Drive to Pokhara by jeep transfer to Hotel.
Day 03: Drive to Jomsom.
Day 04: Drive Jomsom to Chuksang.
Day 05: Drive Chuksang to Ghiling
Day 06: Drive Ghiling to Lo - Manthang
Day 07: Visit Lo - Manthang
Day 08: Drive to Khangchuling Cave, Jhong Cave, NYFU Monastery, Chhonup Village, Nymagel Village and Tingkar Village and back to Lo - Manthang.
Day 09: Drive back to Chuksang
Day 10: Drive back to Jomsom.
Day 11: Drive back to Pokhara.
Day 12: Fly or drive back to Kathmandu
Day 13: Final Departure.
Upper Mustang Jeep tour is popular among the tourists who want to visit this region without trekking. It is also an amazing way to explore the unique natural and cultural beauty of the hidden Kingdom of Lo. Actual Adventure Pvt. Ltd operates exclusive four wheel adventure (self-drive or chauffeur) through barren ridges, deep canyons, eroded cliffs, Moraine valleys of Mustang, 4000 meter high. Actual Adventure Pvt.Ltd provides luxurious transportation for Upper Mustang Jeep Tour. You will be driving on a luxurious 4WD high clearance vehicles with our highly experienced driver and guide to Upper Mustang.
Road Condition of Upper Mustang.
Often the dangerous road leads you to most beautiful destinations. To reach to Upper Mustang you need to drive through some dangerous roads at the edge of the hills. Only an experienced driver can take you safely to the destination. However, the roads after Jomsom are not very dangerous but you may find it dusty. Actual Adventure Pvt Ltd has a group of highly experienced drivers for this Upper Mustang Jeep Drive Tour.
Upper Mustang Jeep drive tour is an amazing way to explore Upper Mustang with less time and energy. You can enjoy riding in the desert like landscapes of the Upper Mustang Region. Moreover if you want to walk in this tour you can also have the privilege of walking in the unique trials of Mustang region by keeping the jeep aside wherever you like.
All meals and accommodations during the Upper Mustang Jeep tour will be provided by the company. The accommodations during your stay in Kathmandu will be in 3 star hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara. You will be staying in the local guesthouses during your tour in Upper Mustang. You will be served the local cuisines during your stay in the local guest houses. You can taste the delicious Tibetan foods while staying in the Upper Mustang region.
Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu transfer to hotel.
Upon your arrival at Kathmandu at TIA, representatives of Actual Adventure Pvt.Ltd.will warmly welcome you to Nepal. She/he will guide you towards the hotel room of Nepal. The day can be either rest day or some sightseeing day of Kathmandu. The night will be at the hotel by discussing about the tour and enjoying the delicious dinner.
Day 02: Drive to Pokhara by jeep transfer to Hotel
On the second day of our Upper Mustang Jeep drive tour we will have our breakfast at hotel and then get ready for the drive. Today we will drive to Pokhara via Prithivi Highway. In your jeep drive to Pokhara you can also see beautiful countryside villages of Nepal, and some famous religious and historical sites.
Day 03: Drive to Jomsom.
We will have our breakfast at Pokhara and start our jeep ride at around 7-8 am in the morning. You can enjoy the views of beautiful mountains, rivers, jungles and waterfalls on your dive today. We will stop at Beni Bazaar for lunch and then continue driving on a bumpy and dusty road. We will cross several villages like Tatopani, Marpha and many more before reaching Jomsom. Jomsom is the headquarter of Mustang district. You can see airport, school, army headquarter, guest houses and different shops in Jomsom. Overnight at Jomsom.
Day 04: Drive Jomsom to Chuksang.
On the fourth day of our Upper Mustang Jeep drive tour we will have our breakfast at Jomsom and start our drive to Chuksang. The drive goes via Kagbeni where your permit gets checked. We can see the desert like landscapes of the mustang region, rivers and barren hills on our drive. The drive today is about 5 to 6 hours. Chuksang is a beautiful village situated on the banks of Kali Gandaki River at an altitude of 2900m. Overnight at Chuksang.
Day 05: Drive Chuksang to Ghilling
On our fifth day of our Upper Mustang Jeep Drive tour we will have our breakfast at Chuksang to Ghilling. We will cross the Chele river and drive through some small settlements, apple garden and red rock hills. We will stop at Syangmochen village for lunch and continue the drive further. Driving about 5-6 hours we will reach to Ghilling Village. Overnight at Ghilling Village.
Day 06: Drive Ghilling to Lo – Manthang
On the sixth day of our Upper Mustang Jeep Drive tour we will have our breakfast at Ghilling at the same place where we stayed overnight. After a warm morning breakfast we will continue our drive. The drive today is short and sweet. Today’s drive takes us to the walled city and capital of Upper Mustang, Lo Manthang driving through Ghami Village and Charang village crossing Ghami River and Charang River. Overnight at Lo Manthang.
Day 07: Visit Lo – Manthang
You won’t be driving further today. You will be exploring this ancient walled capital by walking. Visit Namgyal Gompa which is important Gompa of this region. It is situated on the hilltop of valley. After that you will trek to Tingkhar village which is the main village of Lo Manthang. You can also visit the house of the last King which is situated in Lo Manthang. Overnight at local guest house.
Day 08: Drive to Khangchuling Cave, Jhong Cave, NYFU Monastery, Chhonup Village, Nymagel Village and Tingkar Village and back to Lo - Manthang.
Today we will have our breakfast at Lo Manthang and visit Khangchuling Cave, Jhong Cave, NYFU Monastery, Chhonup Village, Nymagel Village and Tingkar Village and return back to Lo - Manthang. Overnight at Lo Manthang.
Day 09: Drive back to Chuksang
After having our breakfast at Lo Manthang we will drive back to Chuksang today. The drive follows the same route way back to Chuksang. Overnight at Chuksang.
Day 10: Drive back to Jomsom.
We will have our breakfast at Chuksang and then drive back to Jomsom via Kagbeni. The drive is about 5-6 hours. Overnight at Jomsom.
Day 11: Drive back to Pokhara.
We will drive back to Pokhara from Jomsom today. En route we will also visit Tatopani which is a natural hot water swimming pool. The drive today is about 6-7 hours. Overnight at Pokhara.
Day 12: Drive back to Kathmandu
After having breakfast at Pokhara we will drive back to Kathmandu. The drive goes via the same route. Upon reaching Kathmandu you will check- in to hotel. After getting fresh you can either roam around Kathmandu or take rest at hotel. Overnight at Kathmandu.
Day 13: Final Departure.
Actual Adventure Pvt. Ltd requires a minimum of 20% of the total price to book this trip. The amount received to book the trip is used to obtain the permit and to book the accommodations and hire the guides. The rest of the amount can be paid after your arrival in Nepal.
To book a trip from Actual Adventure Pvt.Ltd you will need to follow certain processes which are mentioned below.
Step 1: Send us an inquiry using inquiry form, email or call us
Step 2: Discuss and fix the trek itinerary and price.
Step 3: Send us the deposit required to confirm the trip.
Step 4: Send us your Passport copies, Insurance copies, two passport sized photos and others (if necessary)
Step 5: Come to Nepal pay the remaining amount and start the trek.
Actual Adventure Pvt. Ltd.
Currency General Account (USD) 016-010 100 23199
Paying Bank: Nepal Investment Bank Ltd
Thamel Branch, Kathmandu, Nepal
SWIFT CODE: NIBLNPKT
Sometimes the trek ends before the scheduled itinerary due to several reasons regarding health or any other personal issues of the trekkers. If in case, early termination of the trek happens please note that we cannot offer refunds for unused days. It is because we have to pay the committed amount to our porters, guides and other team members.
Our clients must have their insurance and the insurance must cover the expenses of accidents, health, emergency evacuation, lost of gears, etc.
The departure scheduled would be changed on any unavoidable circumstance like weather hazards, trail slides, soil erosion, avalanches, sudden sickness, etc. The program can be customized as per the interest of the clients.
Visa in Nepal can be acquired on arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport, Kathmandu and also at the border entry points in Kakadvitta, Birgunj, Bhairahawa, Nepalgunj, Gaddachowki border of Nepal - India and Kodari on Nepal-China border. Visa can also acquire at the nearest Nepal Embassy. For visa renewal purpose you can contact at Department of Immigration, Kalikasthan at Kathmandu. A valid passport and one passport -size photo with a light background is required. Visa can be obtained only through payment of cash in the following currency: Euro, Swiss Franc, Pound Sterling, US Dollar, Australian Dollar, Canadian Dollar, Hong Kong Dollar, Singapore Dollar and Japanese Yen. Credit card, Indian currency and Nepali currency are not accepted as payment of visa fee.
Visa Facility Duration Fee
Multiple entry 15 days US$ 30 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 30 days US$ 50 or equivalent convertible currency
Multiple entry 90 days US$ 125 or equivalent convertible currency
Gratis (Free) Visa
For first visit in one visa year (January to December), gratis visa for 30 days is available only for nationals of South Asian countries like Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Pakistan and Sri Lanka. However, the visa can be extended from the department of immigration with respective fares.
Indian nationals do not require visa to enter into Nepal.
Nepal Visa for Chinese Nationals
As per official circular of the Embassy of Nepal in Beijing, China, Chinese nationals applying for tourist visa to Nepal are being provided “gratis tourist visa” from Jan. 5, 2016, from following Nepali missions in the People’s Republic of China:
Nationals from Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Cameroon, Somalia, Liberia, Ethiopia, Iraq, Palestine and Afghanistan will need to obtain visa from Nepal Embassies or Diplomatic Missions in their respective countries, as they do not get visa on arrival at the immigration entry points of Nepal.
If you have not brought any of these equipment then you can also buy this in Kathmandu as well. If you need help our guides will help you to buy the trekking gears in Kathmandu. You can find the wide range of varieties while buying the trekking gears in Kathmandu. The qualities of the trekking gears are similar to that you get in your countries. You can also find medium quality gears at cheaper rates as well. You can find all types of trekking gears in Thamel which is the main street for backpackers and trekkers in Nepal.
Acclimatization is very important when you are trekking to an altitude of more than 3500m. Proper acclimatization helps to reduce the chances of Altitude Sickness. The itinerary is designed with proper acclimatization that will help your body to adopt the lower oxygen content in the air. Once you reached an altitude of 5000m the oxygen content in the air is less than 50% than that of the sea level. One of the main causes of altitude sickness is staying too long at high altitude without proper acclimatization. If in case you suffer from altitude sickness, the guides will notice the symptoms and then drop you to the lower altitude immediately. You have to inform to your guide if you notice any discomfort or symptoms of AMS. Major altitude sickness might need emergency helicopter rescue so make sure your travel insurance covers all the risk including helicopter rescue.
The numbers of Solo travelers are increasing rapidly in recent few years in Nepal. Nepal, being a beautiful and peace loving country is also one of the safest countries for solo travelers. However, the cost for solo traveler might be expensive since single supplement is very difficult to find and are expensive as well in the mountain regions.
For some trekking can be a short break from social medias and internet whereas for some internet and communication is a means to stay connected with near and dear ones during trekking. While travelling in the remotest areas you may not have facilities of telephone and internet. However, in recent days the Internet and Communication facilities during your trek to Nepal is improving rapidly. The region now has 3G and 4G coverage as well.
Satellite phone
If you want to have the best networks throughout your trek to AnnapurnaBase Camp you can use satellite phone throughout the trial. You can rent the sat phones or bring your own.
Wi-Fi
Most of the tea houses and lodges now provide Wi-Fi service. You can get free Wi-Fi in some of the lodges. But most of the lodges take extra charge for Wi-Fi. They charge you normally $5 for unlimited Wi-Fi coverage. However, the speed of the internet may not be faster like that of the cities.
Mobile data
Mobile Data can be the cheaper way to get in touch with your family and friends in the Annapurna Region. You can buy a local sim card from a private company in Nepal and activate your data. The cost od data pack varies per MB. A telecommunication company in Nepal, NCELL has launched 3G connectivity since 2010. So you can have a better internet experience in the Annapurna Region through mobile data as well.
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