Mardi Himal trek
Mardi Himal trek, the trail opened for trekking in 2012 but now one of the most popular and busy trekking trails among the Nepali and foreigner hikers. Short trek only for 6 days from Pokhara, located to the east of one of the famous treks of Nepal, the Annapurna Base Camp trek, the Mardi Himal trek was a out of sight for few year since it was opened. Mardi Himal Base camp trekking is a short but slightly challenging hiking trail with beautiful panoramic views and closed view of Annapurna and Machhapuchhre (Mt. Fishtail). You will trek through local villages with different cultures; incredible landscape, stunning views of silvery peaks and captivating views of rivers and striking valley are some of the highlights of this Mardi trek.
The trail goes through delightful rhododendron forest, until you ascend out of the jungle at an elevation of 3300m. The setting changes quite unexpectedly into a rough high peak landscape, with astonishing views of Mardi Himal, Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre (Mt. Fishtail) and Hiunchuli. The High Camp is set at an elevation of 3580 m and bestows amazing close up vistas of the whole Annapurna range. From High Camp, it will take 3 to 4 hours climbing to reach the Mardi Himal base camp and one can enjoy spectacular close up views of the entire Annapurna Range including Mt. Fishtail. 10 days trekking package (your total stay in Nepal but trekking days is only 6) for Mardi Himal to experience the wonderful mountain people culture while witnessing massif mountain views is a perfect hiking holiday for beginners to experienced adventure trekkers. If you want to have a different taste from the regular trails of Annapurna region, this might be your ideal choice for the next vacation. The team of experienced mountain crew from Himalayan Mentor takes care of you on the every steps of your Mardi Himal hiking adventure by providing the guiding and quality services on the best cost.
Mardi Himal trek highlights
- 10 days private guided trek to the moderate level trail of Annapurna region (6 trekking days)
- Enjoy closest view of Mt. Fishtail (Machhapuchhre), Mardi Himal and Annapurna
- Witness the sunrise & sunset over the Himalayan peaks
- Trek through beautiful rhododendron forest and blooming in many different colors (during spring)
- Very useful trek for study the local culture and lifestyles of villagers
Mardi Himal Trek itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and meet HM representation at airport to transfer to hotel.
Day 02: Drive to Pokhara by tourist coach which takes 7 to 8 hours and transfer to hotel.
Day 03: Drive to Phedi and trek to Deurali (2100m): 30 minutes drive, 4-5 hours trek
Day 04: Deurali to Forest camp (2,520m): 6-7 hours
Day 05: Forest Camp to low camp (2970m): 5-6 hours
Day 06: Low camp to high camp (3540m): 3-4 hours
Day 07: High camp to upper view point (4250m), return to high camp: 2-3 hours
Day 08: High camp to Sidhing Village (1700m): 6-7 hours
Day 09: Trek to Lumre, drive to Pokhara: 2-3 hours trek, 2 hours drive
Day 10: Drive back to Kathmandu by tourist coach: 7 to 8 hours
Day 11: Final Departure
Cost Includes
- Airport transfers - pick up and drop upon arrival and departure
- Full board basis on the way of trekking- Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner -3 meals per day and overnight accommodation at tea house lodge.
- Necessary trekking permit and TIMS fee.
- Supporting staffs (trekking guide and porter), as well as their necessary insurance, and accommodation meals allowance and salary
- 2- Nights accommodation in Kathmandu and 2-night Pokhara in BB basis before and after the trek.
- Transporation
- Wildness First aid kit pack for the trekking.
Cost Excludes
- Hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara extra days stay except mentioned in package.
- Food (Lunch & Dinner) before and after the trip in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, alcoholic beverages, bottled drinks (including cold drinks and mineral/hot water/shower, tea-coffee, chocolate hot drinks), tips for the guide, porter & other staffs etc.
- Travel insurance and emergency evacuation cost.
- Additional costs- extra days stay, incase of flight cancellation due to the natural calamities, bad weather forecast and other unforeseen circumstances
- Personal trekking gear for the trek.
Useful Information for Mardi Himal trek
Best but short trek in Annapurna region, can trek with Himalayan Mentor on the best cost and quality service. 6 days trek from Pokhara to Mardi Himal base camp but total 10 days stay in Nepal. You can book only trekking service from Pokhara to Pokhara if you want to stroll around Kathmandu and Pokhara yourself.