Upper Mustang Motorbike Tour 14 Days
Upper Mustang Motorbike Tour 14 Days
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Overview
The Upper Mustang region is a fantastic place to go on a motorbike trip in Nepal. Explore Upper Mustang, a remote region with a thriving monarchy that sits between Nepal and Tibet. Rapidly cover large areas of territory that would normally take hikers days to cover, all while presenting natural areas to the public. Imagine yourself, after a great deal of time spent pedaling your way up steep inclines and through swift-moving streams, arriving at the ancient Himalayan kingdom of Upper Mustang. Yellow, orange, and darker bare slopes surround you. Feels like you’ve landed on another world when you’re out here in the wilderness. This is not your typical Himalayan adventure, despite the fact that you will be exposed to the world’s highest mountains. All-inclusive communities and the associated scenes just don’t exist anywhere else on the earth. You have to visit the Mustang region to believe it’s an actual earthly blessing.
Starting in the Kathmandu Valley, the thrilling motorcycle journey into Upper Mustang starts. Take a multi-day trip up to Pokhara through the intermediate inclines, past terraced green fields and conduits. Stretch your legs as you stroll along the beach of Phewa Lake and have an alcoholic beverage or food. Enjoy the views of Annapurna, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), and other high peaks from Pokhara as we prepare to travel closer to them in the coming days. The cleared road is closed to traffic beyond Pokhara. The presumption of experience is pushed to an unfathomable level by the uncomfortable, unmaintained road. Travel through woods and settlements to reach Jomsom, where the sad desert landscape starts.
Take a ride farther up through the Martian landscape until you reach Lo Manthang, the isolated and secure capital of the ancient kingdom of Upper Mustang. In many ways, this is the most important part of the trip. Walk about the streets of Lo-Manthang and share your energy with the Lopa’s (native inhabitants of the area) who practice a kind of Tibetan Buddhism. Learn more about their Buddhist communities, chhortens, and particular depictions of religious obligation. Before heading to Kathmandu, make your way to the border of Tibet (China). If there’s a pressing need, we may arrange for this to be a jeep trip instead. We also organize Upper Mustang mountain bike tours.
Upper Mustang was only reachable on foot until the modern period. In recent times, improved access to this ethereal location has been sparked by the expansion of available channels. For a very long time, it seemed like Upper Mustang was a socially and institutionally perfect realm. This is developing because of the enhancement and unique components. In any case, the lobby seems to be a credible picture of the ancient Lo kingdom and Tibetan culture. Get in touch before there are any more modifications made to the Upper Mustang!
Trip facts:
- Maximum altitude: 4000m
- Group size: 2-10 people
- Best season: March-April-May-September-October-November-December
- Tour type: Motorbike tour
- Difficulty: Easy
- Accommodation Type: Hotels
- Arrival on: Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
- Departure from: Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu
- Guiding method: Tour guides
- Language: English
- Minimum age: 12
- Maximum age: 80
Group Price
- The price per person for group expeditions are fixed based on a group size. However, we have optional arrangements for individual private and tailor-made preferences best suited for you, your family and friends.
- All prices are based on shared accommodation. Please inquire for a 1 guest private room accommodation quote
- Prices listed are not final. Please inquire for your final price quote.
| Group Size | Price |
|---|---|
| 2 – 5 | 5,800 |
| 6 – 10 | 4,800 |
Included/Excluded
- Airport transfers
- Accommodation for 3 nights in Kathmandu on B&B basis, twin sharing room
- Accommodation for 2 nights in Pokhara on B&B basis, twin sharing room
- Accommodation and all meals during Upper Mustang days
- All necessary permits
- Motorbikes and fuels required for the whole trip
- A team of experienced guides and mechanics
- Support vehicle throughout the trip
- All staff salaries and insurances
- Welcome and farewell dinner
- International airfares.
- Nepal visa fee.
- Travel and rescue insurance.
- Riding gears (protection pads, sunglasses, gloves, helmets)
- Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara (lunch & dinner)
- Any personal expenses during the trip like battery charge, hot shower, laundry, extra meals, tea,coffee, snacks, boiled water, bottled water, alcoholic beverages & soft drinks and internet service.
- Tips for guide, porters, and other staff.
- Anything not mentioned in the 'price includes section.
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
The Nature Horizons team will meet you at the international arrivals terminal and transport you to your accommodation. If there is time, you may plan the trip and have your passports ready for Upper Mustang’s special permits.
Day 2: Tour preparation and sightseeing around Kathmandu
Your motorcycle journey today is crucial. You’ll see three of Kathmandu valley’s must-see attractions with the help of your guide and their vehicles. Kathmandu Durbar Square, Pashupatinath Temple, and Bauddhanath Stupa are all World Heritage Sites. Get back to the hotel tonight so you can finish getting ready for your tour in the morning.
Day 3: Ride to Pokhara (200 kilometers/125 miles)
To get to Pokhara on your motorbike will take you seven hours. The street is definitely a busy interstate. Pokhara is a city that Nepal is known for. From your hotel room, you can see beautiful lakes and the Annapurna mountain range. You will walk around the lake in Pokhara at night.
Day 4: Ride to Kalopani (125 kilometers)
After having breakfast in the hotel, you will get on the road. You will ride on a road that has been cleaned up until you get to Beni. It will take about three hours and 104 kilometers. After Beni, the road gets rough. You can see the bank of the Kali Gandaki River and huge falls as you ride. When you get to Tatopani, you will drive to Kalopani. Kalopani is where you can see Dhaulagiri, the top of Tukuche, and the ice sheets. Stay at a guest house for the night.
Day 5: Ride to Kagbeni (65 kilometers/41 miles)
After breakfast in Kalopani, you will start riding. Through the Kali Gandaki channel, you will find a beautiful road with a beautiful view of Annapurna, Nilgiri, and Dhaulagiri. You’ll get to Muktinath, which is at an altitude of 3,800 meters, where you can see the famous Muktinath haven and a Buddhist religious network. You will ride down to Kagbeni, where you will stay for about a month. There is an interesting place to visit in Kagbeni that might be good for a night walk. Stay the night at a tea house nearby.
Day 6: Ride to Ghami
You can also visit the normal town of Kagbeni in the morning, then go to Upper Mustang and cross a permit checkpoint near the end of Kagbeni town. You will ride along the bank of the Kali Gandaki River and through villages of local people. You will go by a town that is 3,800 meters high and Nya La pass, which is 4,010 meters high. You will get to Ghami and spend the night at a tea house nearby.
Day 7: Ride to Lo Manthang
Today is a very empowering day because you will reach one of the goals of this trip, Lo Manthang. You’ll pass through a few Mani walls and a big town called Charang. Most of the time, you can see the whole mountain range from a different edge. You will then be able to see the walled-off town from a long way away. Once you reach the tea house, it’s best to take a break. This will help your body get used to the altitude. Stay the night at a tea house nearby.
Day 8: Explore Lo Manthang
You will ride to Kora La, which is on the edge of Nepal and Tibet. From Lo Manthang, it will take you about 20 kilometers one way. You will see the Himalayas and the valley from a different point of view. You will go back to Lo Manthang and stay there for about a month. Stay the night at a tea house nearby.
Day 9: Ride to Ghilling.
You will ride back to Ghilling in a similar way, with a similar view of the vast Himalayas and the size of the land. Stay at a guest house for the night.
Day 10: Ride to Kagbeni
You’ll ride back to Kagbeni today. If you have time, you can go on a portable tour of the city and religious networks. Stay at a guest house for the night.
Day 11: Ride to Tatopani
You will pass through Jomsom, Marpha, and other towns on your way back to Tatopani. Value washing in a hot spring that is well-known. Stay at a guest house for the night.
Day 12: Ride to Pokhara
It is about the same distance back to Pokhara. There will be enough time for you to walk around the lake. Stay at the hotel for the night.
Day 13: Ride to Kathmandu
The way back to Kathmandu is similar to the way we came. You will ride through a major highway route. Stay at a hotel for the night.
Day 14: Final departure
Today is the last day of your trip, and one of our representatives will help you get to the airport.
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Trekking Packing Lists
Head and Hands:
- Cap or hat to wear while walking in bright sun
- Wool or fleece cap or hat to keep your head warm
- Neck warmer to protect your throat from catching cold
- Uv protection sunglasses
- Warm wind and waterproof gloves
Upper body:
- Dri fit trekking shirts
- Thermals
- Warm trekking shirts
- Hiking hoodie
- Wind and waterproof jacket
- Down jacket
Lower body:
- Trekking pants
- Trekking shorts
- Thermals and inners
- Waterproof pants
- Trekking socks
- Waterproof trekking boots with ankle support
- Slippers or sandals
- Gaiters
- Microspikes
Other items:
- Strong rucksack or large holdall to be carried by porters.
- Day rucksack to be carried personally.
- Plastic bags or stuff sacks to store/separate trekking gear inside your main bag.
- One or two-liter water bottle.
- Personal first aid kit to include essential items.
- Sleeping bag, 4 seasons.
- Torch, ideally head torch.
- Digital Camera and a spare battery and battery charger
- Toilet paper, quick dry towel,
- Toothbrush
- Large handkerchief/bandana for neck
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