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Trip Duration 10 Days
Group Size 2-12 People
Maximum Altitude 4500m.
Difficulty Grade Moderate
Start & End Point Kathmandu/Kathmandu
Best Seasons Mar, Apr, May, Sep, Oct, Nov
Trip Highlights of Mardi Himal Trek
What difference will you find in the Mardi Himal trek?
Unexplored routes and villages
Less crowded viewpoints
Easily accessible routes
Himalayan culture, tradition, and Cuisines
Authentic and budget-friendly accommodation services.
Uncountable panoramic view of freezing Himalayas
Can I trek without a guide in Mardi Himal?
If you are good at communication in the Nepali language and have traveled the route previously then you may attempt to hike along but if you are completely new to the place then we suggest you take a guide through a trekking company like us.
The professional guide will introduce every bit of mountaineering expedition ultimately increasing your hiking expectation.
The journey
The trek involves hiking through the route to the Annapurna range surpassing various rural Himalayan beautiful rhododendron forests, rivers, terrains, and villages. During this journey, we will encounter various life-death deciding scary incidents. Our journey leads us to explore the Mardi Himal Base Camp which is at an elevation of 4500 meters from sea level.
The journey lasts eight days at maximum allowing one to have enough time to steal the charms of the Himalayas. This magical journey of the hike begins in the beautiful village of Kande after the bus ride from Pokhara. The magical journey is worth all the effort and scarifies done to reach the Mardi Himal Base Camp.
Which is the best season for you?
Annapurna Himalayan range remains open in all four seasons. However, the months from March to May and October to November are the most preferred months by trekkers. Even in winter, professional trekkers attempt to trek around this route against the freezing temperature of the Annapurna region.
How difficult is Mardi Himal Trekking?
Mardi Himal trek offers distinguished picturization of the Himalayas in Nepal. The routes to the base camp are easy enough to hike. But continuous hikes may lead to suffocation and other problem of altitude sickness for the old-aged people. However, the Mardi Himal trek offers numerous vacant flooding and accommodation spots.
According to the survey done among international Mardi Himal trek trekkers, they rate the trek as a moderate level of difficulty. So if you are excited and fit enough to hike about 7 hours on average for 6 days, this trek is for you.
Overview of Mardi Himal Trek
Mardi Himal trek is the undiscovered treasure in the lap of the Annapurna region introducing the wider views of the towering peaks of Mardi Himal (5,587m/18,330ft), Machhapuchhre (6,993m/22,943ft), Annapurna South (7,219m/23,684ft), Hiunchuli (6,441m/21,132ft), and LamjungHimal (6,983m/22,910ft)
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Mardi Himal is standing at an elevation of 5587 m on the east lap of Machhapuchhre peak in the Annapurna Himalayan range. This trek enables one to discover a different expedition of Himalayan wildlife, culture, and nature along with the dark truth of vegetation-less villages above 4000 meters in the mountaineering region. This trek is an astonishing voyage of natural entity enabling one to gain the spiritual power of gaining satisfaction.
Mardi Himal hypnotizes you to lose in its entity Himalayan nature and cultural beauties. Very less explored less crowded routes give the pure feel of trekking in pure nature. This trek introduces all the forms of mountaineering fantasies and delivers a bunch of satisfaction.
This trek offers a stunning trekking experience, with a range of diverse landscapes and terrain, from lush forests to rocky trails, and breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks and valleys allowing one to get hypnotized by the beauty of the great Himalayas. The trek involves the exploration of lush forests of rhododendron, oak, and maple trees to rocky ridges and high alpine landscapes, offering a unique trekking experience.
Where is Mardi Himal?
Mardi Himal Trek is located at the Latitude: 28.4667° N and Longitude: 83.9667° E on the north side of Pokhara in the Annapurna region. One can reach the Mardi Himal hiking through the village of Kande or Phere which is 20 kilometers north of Pokhara. The Mardi Himal Trek takes us to the Mardi Himal base camp where one can witness the panoramic landscapes of towering Machhapuchhre and Mardi Himal.
Itinerary of Mardi Himal Trek
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Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu; Tribhuwan International Airport
We will welcome you in the arrival section in the TIA and transfer you to your respective hotels. After having a meal as per your choice, you will be taken to explore various Pashupatinath temples along with Swayambhunath.
On the same day, you will prepare all the required stuff for the trek to Mardi Himal Trek. You may have shopping for some warm jackets in the local shops in the Kathmandu valley.
Van
20 min
Accommodation
3 star hotel
Altitude
1400m.
02
Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara
In the early morning, our guide will pick you up at your hotel and accompany you to the bus to catch early morning, comfortable tourist bus to pokhara. By crossing indescribable alluring green hills and rivers. Enjoying the beautiful aerial view of the Nepalese mountains you will reach pokhara.
Pokhara is also quoted as ‘Hongkong in the lap of Himalayas. We will visit the tourist places like Mahendra Cave, Devi’s fall, SetiKholaFewalake, and many other destinations for the day.
Bus
6-7hr
Accommodation
3 star hotel
Meals
BLD
Altitude
900m.
03
Day 3: Drive to Phedi and Hike to Pothana
We will take a bus ride from Pokhara to Phedivillage which is the starting point of the hike. Phedi village is naturally decorated with uncountable natural entities with Himalayan cultures and humble nature.
After reaching Phedi, we will hike for 5 kilometers along the Himalayan surface taking 3-4 hours of casual walking. One can witness the wide view of LamjungHimal, Annapurna range, and Manaslu peak through the village of Dhampus.
Dhampus village offers a Himalayan Gurung community and cultural practices. Pothana village is the ending spot where we will be staying in a local homestay.
Jeep
5hr.
Accommodation
Tea house
Meals
BLD
Altitude
1970m.
04
Day 4: Trek to Forest Camp
We will ascend a few steps through the subtropical forest with a spectacular view of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges. This extremely beautiful forest is the homeland of various extinct birds and animals. You may notice much wildlife grazing on the field while passing through the forest.
The hike will last more than five hours of continuous walking. The beautiful scenery will make you forget yourself in the alluring form of nature. The ultimate spot for the day; Forest Camp is elevated at an altitude of 2554 m. We will spend our night in the local guest house.
Walking
7hr
Accommodation
Tea house
Meals
BLD
Altitude
2550m.
05
Day 5: Forest Camp to High Camp
High camp is situated at an altitude of 3980 m comprising beautiful rhododendron forest and little natural vegetation. For this day we will hike more than 1000 m taking almost 6.5 kilometers taking the time of 4 hours of casual hiking through the Himalayan surface.
After we finally reach the top of the hill, we get rewarded with magical views of the Annapurna range and MachhapuchreHimal. We will rest for the day reaching the High camp where we will be resting for the day.
Walking
6hr.
Accommodation
Tea house
Meals
BLD
Altitude
4100m.
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Day 6: Trek to Mardi Himal Base Camp
Mardi Himal Base Camp stands tall at an elevation of 4350 m on the lap of MachhapuchreHimal in the Annapurna range. This part of the trek is quite challenging compared to the previous days. We will hike above the rocky trail.
After hiking for 3-4 hours and covering a distance of 5 Km, we finally reach our dream destination. We will witness the magical and spiritual energy flowing between us after we reach the Mardi Himal Base Camp.
We will spend about 2-4 hours in the base camp and return to the high camp to stay the night.
Walking
Accommodation
Tea house
Meals
BLD
Altitude
4500m.
07
Day 7: Hike to Siding Village
It’s time to follow the trail to low camp through the Mardi Khola. Cleaning all our sins in the Mardi Kholariver, we walk through the bank of the river until we reach the village of Siding. Siding village is known for its culture and hospitable people.
It is said that previously this village used to offer a free tourist lodging system. You will generally see the people of Gurung, Lama, Tamang, and Sherpa communities in this village. We will be staying the night after a long day hike.
Walking
7hr.
Accommodation
Tea House
Meals
BLD
Altitude
1280m.
08
Day 8: Hike to Saidighatta and drive to Pokhara
Today is the last day of the hike. We will travel by bus from Saidhighatta and gradually from the flight to Kathmandu. Taking the joy of walking around the hilly surface for the last time we finally reach the village of Saidighatta where we will see a bus or a Sumo jeep waiting for us at Lumre. After 1 hour of successful bus travel, finally, it’s time to have some rest.
Multiple
Accommodation
3 star hotel
Meals
BLD
Altitude
900m
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Day 9: Drive back to Kathmandu
The ninth day of the journey involves a direct bus from Pokhara to Kathmandu. You will go back by following the same path and also enjoying the spectacular view of green hills, houses, and rivers introducing the real geographical criticalness of the country Nepal.
until next time
Bus
7/8hr
Accommodation
3 star Hotel
Meals
BLD
Altitude
1400m.
10
Day 10: Fly Back to your home country
We will thank you for your time in Nepal with a token of love. We will have a farewell lunch before leaving for the airport. We will be there to wish you in the departure section of Tribhuwan International Airport.
What Does Include and Exclude
What's Included?
Transfer from Airport – Hotel
Accommodation during the trek according to the itinerary
All standard meals(Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner /tea or coffee) during the trekking
English speaking experienced sherpa guide (Govt. Licence holder)
Guide/Porter costs including his salary, insurance, equipment, food and accommodation(one porter for two trekker)
Personal insurance for Guide/Porter
First aid medicine kit.
Annapurna Conservation Fee, TIMS permits & all required permits or Official Documentation
All ground transfers.
Transportation Kathmandu– Pokhara–Phedi(Jeep/Van) guests and guide/Porter.
All government and local taxes.
Farewell dinner
Rescue arrangement( in case of natural calamity, unforeseen circumstance, Physical condition)which will cover by your travel insurance.
What's Excluded?
Your Personal Travel Insurance.
Nepal Entry Visa Fee.
Lunch & Dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Beverages (drinks, mineral water,boiled water and beer)
Tips for guide/Porter.
Any personal expenses (phone calls, laundry,bar bills, cold drink.
All accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara\
Any loss arising due to unforeseen circumstances is beyond Khumbu Excursion
Travel and rescue insurance
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Trip Price
US$ US$ 750
Duration
10 Days
We offer special group discounts, please contact us for the offers.
