Only 4WD vehicles with experienced drivers are available for the Mustang route. Self-drive is not permitted in the restricted area.
Pokhara → Beni → Tatopani → Ghasa → Marpha → Jomsom. 200 km of mountain road, 6–8 hours. Altitude: 2,700m.
Explore Jomsom bazaar and Thini village, then drive to Kagbeni — the gateway to Upper Mustang. Altitude: 2,800m.
Kagbeni → Chele → Syangboche → Ghami → Lo Manthang. Walled medieval city at 3,840m. Ancient caves and monasteries.
Holy site at 3,800m sacred to both Hindus and Buddhists. Eternal flame, 108 water spouts. Combined with Jhong cave visit.
Upper Mustang RAP: USD 500/10 days. ACAP: NPR 3,000. TIMS card: NPR 2,000. Licensed guide mandatory. We assist with all permits.
March–May (spring) and September–November (autumn) are ideal. Winter (Dec–Feb) is cold but possible. Avoid monsoon June–August for upper Mustang.
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado VX or GX is the top choice for Upper Mustang. The route has gravel roads, altitude 3,000–4,000m, and occasional river crossings. 4WD low ratio is essential. Mitsubishi Pajero is an alternative. Book on carchha.com or call 9846232610.
Vehicle: NPR 12,000–16,000/day × 8 days = NPR 96,000–128,000. Fuel: ~NPR 20,000. Driver allowance: NPR 2,000/day × 8 days = NPR 16,000. Permits: ~USD 550 + NPR 5,000. Guide: NPR 3,000–4,000/day. Call 9846232610 for a complete package quote.
Yes. Upper Mustang is a Restricted Area. The permit costs USD 500 per person for 10 days. A licensed ACAP trekking guide, TIMS card and government-approved driver are all mandatory. We assist with full permit arrangements — call 9846232610.
Yes. Jomsom and Muktinath are in Lower Mustang which does not require the restricted area permit. Only ACAP and TIMS cards needed. A 3–4 day jeep tour from Pokhara covers Jomsom, Muktinath and Marpha without the Upper Mustang RAP.
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