Mardi Himal Trek - 11 Days
Maxium Altitude
4500MDifficulty Level
EasyTrekking Season
February to May and September to November
Overview
Mardi Himal Trek falls in the Annapurna Region of Nepal and the trek leads you the tranquil & peaceful zone where you can encounter other explorers and trekkers and get friendly natives on the way. Although it is a newly opened route in the Annapurna region, there are 4 overnight stops with lodging & food.
The Mardi Himal Trek is a relatively short and easy trek in Nepal that takes you through the Annapurna region, home to some of the highest mountains in the world. The trek starts in the town of Pokhara, which is about a 6-hour drive from Kathmandu, and follows a route through the Annapurna Conservation Area, passing through forests, meadows, and high mountain passes. The highlight of the trek is the visit to the Mardi Himal base camp, which is located at an altitude of 4550 meters and offers stunning views of the Annapurna mountain range and the surrounding Himalayas.
Many people choose to spend more time in the region to allow for more exploration and acclimatization, extending the trek beyond a week.
Best Season for Mardi Himal Trek
The best time to do the trek is from September to November and from March to May, when the weather is generally clear and dry. It is possible to do the trek at other times of the year, but the weather can be more unpredictable, and some trails may be inaccessible due to snow.
The Mardi Himal Trek is a moderate trek that offers a unique combination of natural beauty, cultural immersion, and high-altitude adventure. Along the way, trekkers can enjoy the local culture and hospitality of the Gurung people, who are the indigenous residents of the region. The trek is also an excellent opportunity to see a variety of flora and fauna, including rhododendron forests and rare species of birds and animals.
Travel Insurance for Mardi Trek
You should comprehend over the span of treks in remote parts of Himalayan nations like Nepal may bring a characteristic hazard because of awful climate condition, avalanche, and surge and so on which is outside our ability to control can cause genuine damage and demise. Furthermore, Please check our travel insurance page to get more detail information.
Permission Requirement for Mardi Himal Trek
Trekking Infromation Management System(TIMS) card and Annapurna Conservation Area Project(ACAP) are the two essential permits for Mardi Himal Trekking.
Mountain Treks Nepal Pvt. Ltd. welcomes all of you with a thankful heart as we have created a systematic schedule for the Mardi Himal trek. We have 11 Days Mardi Himal Trekking Itinerary. Moreover, we have similar Annapurna Region Trekking packages that might be quite hard but almost all activities would be similar to, Annapurna circuit Trek, Nar Phu Valley Trek and Annapurna Base Camp Trek.
Trip Highlights
- A moderate to challenging trek through the Annapurna region of the Himalayas, with stunning views of the Mardi Himal (5,587 meters) and other peaks
- A variety of landscapes, including rhododendron forests, alpine meadows, and high-altitude passes
- An opportunity to learn about the local culture and way of life in traditional villages
- A chance to spot wildlife, including Himalayan thar and blue sheep
- A trek that takes around 5-7 days to complete, depending on the route and pace
- The opportunity to visit the beautiful Mardi Himal Base Camp, with panoramic views of the Annapurna massif
- Best done from September to November and from March to May, when the weather is generally clear and stable.
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Detailed Itinerary
You will be met by our airport representative and transferred to the hotel by our private tourist vehicle. You have the free evening and overnight at the hotel.
An early morning drive on a tourist bus takes you to Pokhara, the city of lakes. Pokhara is at a distance of 200 km from Kathmandu. It takes almost 6-7 hours to reach this beautiful city. The drive will give you an opportunity to have a look at the beauty of flora, fauna, the diverse demography, beautiful mountain ranges, the raging Trishuli, Marshyangdi Rivers and plenty of rivulets along the way. As soon as you reach Pokhara, you will be transferred to a hotel.
We wake up early, have breakfast and head for Phedi. Phedi is the starting point of our trek. It is a 30-minute drive to Phedi. We walk stone steps that swirls up through the terraced fields, encountering few scattered houses on our way. The settlement thins further as we move up. The climb up to Dhampus is steep. The climb is less grueling from Dhampus. We reach Pothana in 5 hours from Phedi. We will rest in a lodge/tea house overnight.
After breakfast in the morning, we head out to reach Forest Camp which will take almost 6 to 7 hours of walk. The trail is slightly downhill from Base Camp to Pothana (1950 m) and again ascends to Deurali (2100 m). At Deurali there is a signboard pointing towards right saying “Forest Camp”. This will be the path we follow to reach the destination. The trail enters a quiet jungle of oak trees, maples, rhododendrons etc. After walking for a few more hours, we reach Forest Camp.
After walking a steep climb for about few hours, we are out of the forest and onto a grassy ridge. The ridge is sometimes full of snow. The mountains seem to grow closer to you as you walk towards the Low Camp. After walking for around 6 to 7 hours you reach Low Camp in the afternoon. Enjoying a good sip of tea, you can acclimatize and capture the best views of the up close Annapurna South and Mt. Machhapuchhre.
We wake up early this day for the beautiful view of sunrise through the mountains. After early breakfast, we head on to the trekking trails. We walk on the grassy ridges which during winters are filled with snow. The trail ascends throughout the walk up to the High Camp. We walk above the tree line and the temperature reduces along the path. After walking for almost 4 to 5 hours, we finally reach High Camp. Overnight there.
We will enjoy our breakfast and then start a downhill trek to Sidhing. We will take the alternate route to Sidhing (1,750 m) today instead of taking the route to low camp. This alternate route allows us to visit the beautiful village of Sidhing and enjoy the warm hospitality of its people. The path to Sidhing goes through Rhododendron and Pine trees. The trek takes 6-7 hours. We will stay at a tea house in Sidhing.
We take an early breakfast and walk for Lumre, where we will meet the road. The walk is 2-3 hours long. We will meet the villages of Kalimati and Ghalel on our way to Lumre. We will drive to Pokhara from Lumre on a vehicle that will be waiting for us to arrive. The drive takes two hours. We freshen up, take lunch and rest in Pokhara. We can go sightseeing in the evening.
We will today drive to Kathmandu. On the way, from the left side of the vehicle, we will get to see the enjoyable sight of the river gorges, mountains, rustic settlements, and terraces. Then you will be transferred to the hotel where you can just relax.
You will be transferred to the international airport for your final departure by our airport representative. It’s our great pleasure to organize your tour and thanks for joining the team of Mountain Treks Nepal Pvt. Ltd.
Trip Includes
- 11 days Trip, 7 of which included 3 means a day.
- 2 nights of accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
- All trekking permits (Annapurna Conservation Area Project and TIMS).
- Lodge accommodation during the trek.
- Trekking with an English-speaking guide and a porter.
- Airport pickup and drop.
- 2 nights of accommodation in pokhara with breakfast.
- Kathmandu pokhara by Tourist bus both way.
- Drive to phedi and back to pokhara from lumre by private vehicle.
- Sleeping bag, down jackets and duffel bag – if Necessary (Need to returned after the trek).
- Government and local taxes
- Farewell Dinner with culture show .
Trip Excludes
- Personal Travel Insurance.
- Nepal entry visa.
- International airfare.
- Drinks (mineral water, Tea, coffee, whisky) or other snacks and any meals beside breakfast, lunch and dinner. Hot shower, charge etc.
- Tips for Guide and potter.
- Snacks and other personal expenses
- Personal trekking equipment.
- Any others expenses which are not mentioned on the “Trip Includes” Section.
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November 13, 2023 at 8:36 amMardi himal with Yaka
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November 6, 2023 at 5:32 amMardi himal trek
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April 30, 2023 at 9:39 amMardi Himal with MTN
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