Itinerary

Day 1 | Reach Pokhara
Arrival in Pokhara, day free for local leisure. In the evening catch up with the Team for trip briefings and question and answer session.
Overnight at Hotel

Day 2 | Pokhara to Kalopani (2480 m) (127 Km) 5Hrs.
After an early breakfast, leave Pokhara and drive towards Beni (70 KM) on the Baglung Highway. This section of the drive provides fantastic mountain vistas, picturesque terraced farmlands and an opportunity to walk on one of Nepal’s famous suspension bridges. At Mal Dhunga, leave the main highway by taking the right trail and follow a dusty graveled path all the way to Beni, it is located on the confluence of Kali Ghandaki and Myagdi rivers at an altitude of 799 M. From here, the road is unpaved and dusty with potholes in several places. Unpaved, gravelled rough road poses a real challenge for drives and makes it more difficult with the occasional river crossings. Ascend gradually through the Kali Gandiki gorge, the deepest gorge in the world. There is a continuous change in the topography with every twist and turn until at Tatopani and on to the villages to Dana, Ghasa, Tukuche and Kalopani
Overnight at Kalopani

Day 3 | Kalopani to Muktinath (3,750 m) (51 Km) 3Hrs
After an early breakfast, set out on the trail by following the Kali Gandaki River. Enroute, there are fantastic views of the Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167 m), Tukuche (6920m), and Nilgiri (7061m). As we pass between the Dhaulagiri and the Annapurna Mountain range, a dramatic change in vegetation is witnessed from green forests, to dry arid desert. It takes gradual acclimatizing with the Surrounding. Continue the ride towards Jomsom through the dusty gravelled “off” road passing smaller settlements and apple orchards. This day’s journey is a tough one but the scenic views of the rugged landscape, beautiful cascading waterfalls, orange and apple orchards, scattered roadside villages, ancient Buddhist monasteries. From here continue ride passing through the village on the desert plateau brings us to Muktinath “Place of Salvation”. Upon arrival at Muktinath we check in to the guest house. In evening visit Muktinath Temple. A sacred place both for Hindus and Buddhists and is located at an altitude of 3,710 meters at the foot of the Thorong La (5416 m Pass).
Overnight at Muktinath

Day 4 | In Muktinath.
In Muktinath, explore the temple town of Muktinath and its surroundings.

Day 5 | Muktinath to Jomsom (2,743 m) ( 30 Kms )
Take an offroad trail till the quiet hill town of Jomsom. Explore the area en-route.

Day 6 | Jomsom to Tatopani ( 57 Kms / 4 Hrs )
Early breakfast and continue drive further 55 kilometres, about 2 hours to Tatopani via Kalopani and Marpha Village. It is a pleasant relief to be able to tackle the roughest section of the journey in the early morning. Descend to Tatopani, There is a continuous change in the topography with every twist and turn until at Tatopani. “Tato” means ‘hot’ and “Pani” means ‘water’, a name earned courtesy of the hot springs and is a popular place for traveller to relax and dip their weary bodies in the natural hot springs. Upon arrival at Tatopani take a relaxing dip in the Hot Springs located nearby. ( Charges applicable** – collected by locals). Day free for leisure on arrival.

Day 07 | Tatopani to Pokhara (103 Km) 5 Hrs
After breakfast leisurely drive to Pokhara back to the settlement of Jaleswor located close to the river and then continue on to beni. After a quick stop for a quick, set out following the trail along the river and the after about an hour meet the main highway at Maldhunga and then continue of the metalled road to Pokhara which is reached in about 2 ½ hours. Upon arrival at Pokhara we check in to the hotel.

Rest of the day is free to relax or explore around the Lakeside Bazaar.

Day 08 | End of Trip
Leave from Pokhara to Bhairawa/Sunauli border via Tansen and see off the group at the Sunauli border.

Thing to do extra

– Authentic Local Food

–  Wild Life Safari

–  Historical Temple Visit

–  Paragliding

–  Boating and Rafting

– Hiking in the mountains

– Meditation and yoga

– Visit local market

– Photography

– Off-road Trail Drive

Food and Meal

Meals Included in the Tour – Breakfast & Dinner

Breakfast – Our daily breakfast will be at the hotels where we stay.

Lunch – Lunch is not included in the tour package and will be on direct payment basis. For lunches we will stop at the best available food joints that are on our route.

Dinner – Our daily dinner will be at the hotels where we stay. Dinner in Pokhara is not included in the package as there are lots of good local restaurants in Pokhara where you can go out and enjoy a meal.

Getting there

STARTS AND END POINT OF TOUR

The Tour starts and ends in Pokhara in Nepal.

If you are not travelling in your own SUV. To reach Pokhara ( PKR ) you can take a flight from Kathmandu ( KTM ) , or take a cab from Kathmandu to Pokhara.

Mustang is an High altitude area.

Good Physical fitness is required for this tour,

please see your physician before planning for the trip as.

Including the package cost

1. 07 Nights accommodation in Hotels / Guesthouses on twin / double share basis of rooms, or as per plan.
2. Breakfast & Dinner for duration of tour ( Except Dinner in Pokhara )
3. All entry fees as per itinerary.
4. All government and local taxes.
5. Accompanying team with backup vehicle from Pokhara to Pokhara  ( additional lead vehicle for large groups )
6. First Air with Medical backup with oxygen (O2) & AMS pack.
7. Accompanying Professional & Experienced Guide throughout the tour.
8. Guidance to best places for Meals at Pay N Eat ( if any).
9. Vehicle assistance / towing where ever required.
10.Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) fee of approx. US $ 30.00 per person.(Subject to change without prior notice)
11.Trekker’s Information Management System (TIMS) fee of US $ 10.00 per person.(Subject to change without prior notice)

Not including the cost

1. Stay for extra days if any ( we can make bookings for you )
2. Flights to the destination.
3. Lunches for duration of the trip.
4. Dinner not at Pokhara 
5. Extra food Like Starters /Lunch /Dinner all over Pay & Eat ( if Any outside the venue)
6. Midway snacks.
7. Extra luggage Jeep ( If any )
8. Any damage/fine/ cost.
9. Any damages /fine/ Insurance
10. Toll Tax if any.
11. Fuel for your vehicles.
12. Custom duty for Vehicles entering Nepal from India.
13. Nepal VISA for foreigners ( Indians do not need a VISA but must carry a valid identity proof in original with them )
14. Any kind of personal expenses or optional tours, extra meals, starters (Alcoholic, Mineral, Soft Drinks, Aerated) etc.
15. Extra guide fee, Camera & Video fee ,Tips, Insurance, Laundry, Phone
16. Any activity apart from mentioned ones.
17. Any cost arising out of unforeseen circumstances like damage accruing from land blocks, bad weather etc.
18. Any medical expenses incurred during the trip or travel insurance
19. Anything not mentioned in inclusions
20. Insurance for or against accidents, loss of life, theft etc.

Costing

Note
– Costing is based on minimum 10 Travelling pax
– Sharing jeep cost is based on 4 pax per vehicle for Standard & 3 per pax for Deluxe & Premium  Tour.
– In case of road block / land slides or any natural calamity if the trip has to be extended for an few days additional charges will be applicable for accommodation , guides / vehicle and permits. This amount will be collected on spot by the accompanying guide.

If you are planning to be driven around for the Upper Mustang tour your can choose from a variety of vehicles from the basic Mahindra Bolero to Mahindra Scorpio or old Toyota Land cruisers all of which are 4×4 vehicles and suitable for the drive to Mustang. The drivers are all locals and highly experienced for offroad driving in the mountainous terrain.

For Standard Tours the vehicle will be Mahindra Bolero – 04 pax in vehicle

For Deluxe Tours the vehicle will be – Toyota Land Cruiser or Mahindra Scorpio or Nissan SUV – 03 Pax in vehicle

Things to carry – some esencials 

Clothing

1:   1 / 2 Jeans
2:   1 / 2 Cargo pant
3:   2 / 4 Full sleeve shirt
4:   3 / 4 T- Shirts
5:   1 / 2  Sweatshirt / Sweater / Fleece
6:   1 Warm Jacket
7:    Slippers / Sandals
8:    Night suit.( if u use )
9:    Raincoat / Poncho
10:  Cap / Hat / Warm Cap
11:  Warm Gloves
12:  Warm Muffler
13:  2 / 3 Cotton Socks and Warm Socks
14:  Towel  ( lightweight )

Miscellaneous / personal items

1:   Sunscreen Lotion
2:   Lip Guard / Care
3:   Body Lotion
4:   Paper Soap
5:   Face Wash / Soap / Shampoo / Oil / Deo / Comb etc.
6:  Sunglasses
7:  Toothpaste / Toothbrush
8: Binocular
9: Pocket/Swiss knife
10 : Reading materials
11 : Camera
12 : Small camping stove and gas with some sugar and coffee ( not mandatory )
13 : Personal Medicine
14 : Water Bottles

For Your 4X4 / SUV / MUV

Before riding check your 4X4/suv/muv            ( Very Important )
(engine oil, all cables, all nut and bolts,  tire-tube, Coolant, Brake, Belts,Headlights, complete services  if you need etc.)

1:  Extra Engine Oil  ( 2 Litre )
2:  Extra  Tire’s Tube
3:  Extra Bulb
4:  Jerry Cans 20 ltr  For Fuel
5:  Complete Tool Kit
6:  Feviquick / M-Seal
7:  Air Pump
8:  Jack
9:  Tow Strap / Tow Rope
10:  Fuel Siphon / Pipe
11:  Battery Jumper Cables
12: Tire Patch Kit
13: Duct tape
14: Trapal ( Use to make various shelters as needed to protect your camp from sun or rain )
16:  Vehicle Papers ( Registration /  Insurance  / Pollution )

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