Quick Facts

Trek Grade:

Easy
Overall Duration:

5 Days
Accomodation:

Hotel/Lodge
Per Day Hiking:

5-6 Hrs
Trip Start:

Kathmandu
Trip End:

Kathmandu
Trip Session:

August to November and February to May
Group Size:

2 or more
Transportation:

Car, Flight and Bus
Maximum Altitude:

4,500m
Cost:

$490/- per person

Mardi Himal Trek

The Mardi Himal Trek is one of Nepal’s most secret charms. When it comes to Trekking in the Annapurna Province, it is very less crowded. Most people would opt for trekking to Annapurna Base Camp instead of Mardi Himal. You have the prospect to go everywhere, the corners of the map, and get off the beaten track. The Mardi Himal Trekking Adventure takes you to the viewpoint of Mardi Himal right at its feet. Mardi Himal and Machhapuchhre are often referred to as the Fishtail Mountains.

Mardi Himal Trek Difficulty

Annapurna Region is rich in high mountains and different adventure activities. Mardi Himal Trek is rated as an easy trek and one of the shorter treks, and the path does not take you to difficult places. But if some people are just beginners as trekkers, they rate the medium-difficult trek. In this trek, you will be walking every day for almost 5/6 hrs. The foothills of Mardi Himal offer a very beautiful and panoramic view of the Annapurna Himalaya range.
Well, there are a lot of factors that contribute to the Mardi Himal Trek Difficulty. The Duration of the trek, your economic constraints, the route you chose, and many more factors affect any trek. This trek has attractive views of mountains like Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, Hiuchuli, and many more.

Mardi Himal Trek Route

Mardi Himal is a challenging and beautiful 4-5 day trek in the Annapurna region that offers a breathtaking view of the Himalaya ranges of Annapurna, Fishtail, and many other peaks. The Mardi Himal Trek route starts from Phedi or the Australian camp. Then heading up to Pothana, Deurali, and heading up to the forest camp. After Forest Camp, the route headed gradually up to Mardi Himal Base Camp. The last Destination is Mardi Himal Base Camp. Then walk back to forest camp, and if you want to do some more trekking, walk up to Ghandrung or head up to Annapurna Base Camp too.

Mardi Himal Trek From Pokhara

Mardi Himal Trek from Pokhara is closer and shorter in distance. Mardi Himal Trekking starts from Kande after an almost one-hour drive from Pokhara. The trail is through the forest and the terrace of the field. First slowly up, then a bit Steeper to Australian Camp 2060m. After that, slightly downhill to Pothana 1950m, then up again to reach Deurali 2100m. There is a right turn in Deurali signposted “Forest Camp”. The trail is through the Jungle, at first up, then undulating on the top of the ridge. There is a section just over half the trail drops steeply and slowly gains height, then back to the ridge and into camp at 2600m.
The trail is initially quite steep, leaving the forest camp, but soon gets less steep as you again get up on the ridge. The Trail leaves Low Camp again in the Jungle. The trees soon start to get smaller, and after about one hour, trekking broke out of the jungle and onto the open ridge with panoramic views of Machhapuchhre ahead and Annapurna South to your left. It is possible to continue trekking along the ridge for another 4 to 5 hours to Mardi Himal Base Camp 4,500m and return to High Camp. Today will be a long day, but there is also a viewpoint about halfway, and the imaging view can be from here. After that, trek down to Siding via Low Camp. From the siding, you will be driven back to Pokhara.

How long is the Mardi Himal Trek?

The Mardi Himal trek package will be 4 to 8 days from Pokhara to Pokhara, and 2 other days for the Kathmandu drive-in or out. The Time for the Mardi Himal trek depends on the time you have and the level of your physical Fitness. Normally, this trek takes 4 days for fast-walking people. If you are slow walking, it will take 7 days to complete. It is very easy and best to do within 7 days for his trek.
Mardi Himal Trek Highlight
– Suitable for all age groups in a group
– First-hand experience of the Annapurna Region with Rural Nepali Village life
– Close Distance of Fishtail and Annapurna Himalaya Range.
– High Camp 4600m, low camp, and Forest Camp.

Which is The Best Season for the Mardi Himal Trek?

The Annapurna region, besides the rest of Nepal, has 4 distinct seasons. Spring season, summer season, autumn season, and winter Season. The months from March to May and from September to November are the most common for hiking in this Annapurna region. What must be said is that every walking season offers enjoyment and atmosphere for hikers. All the Trekkers come to visit on their own time, whether it is winter or monsoon. Monsoon time will be a bit difficult because there has been a leak on the hiking path.

Mardi Himal Trek Educational Package

The Mardi Himal Trek educational Package is much more famous day by day. Many teenagers want to reach Mountain Base Camp where they can tour the Ice and have fun in adventures. Most of the people who grew up in the city love to go to the mountains and feel nature. Special Mardi Himal Trek is not a reach of culture or any artificial things to see. It is only a high-altitude Himal trek close to the lake city of Pokhara. Normally, People do not face altitude sickness in the Mardi Himal Trekking.

How Much Does it Cost for the Mardi Himal Trek?

Mardi Himal Trek costs differ in their choice of stay in the city and the transportation you want to take from Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu and the trek beginning point Kade and ending point Phedi or Ghandruk.
Normally, it costs USD 400/- per person, and up to 5 people in a group will cost USD 375/-. If you want all luxury services, then the cost will be higher. The cost of the Mardi Himal trek will depend on the person and your choice.

Is it safe to do the Mardi Himal Trek?

First of all, while people are doing some adventure activities in Nepal, we must prioritize our client safety. We would like to suggest the Mardi Himal Trek for every group. Safety is most important to us; that’s why in this area we simply do not compromise to keep the cost of our trekking and hiking low. Many Nepali Trekking companies have been selected based on their technical capability, confirmed safety performance judgment, and ability to offer valuable and skillful directions. We have professional Trekking guides and porters to help you reach on destination and safely back to the city. Our guide is well-trained in mountain hiking, First Aid training, and flora and fauna.

Mardi Himal Trekking Equipment

Basically, for the Mardi Himal Trek, you do not need much trekking gear as you are going high up, like base camp or some passes.
– 60-liter trekking bag
– Rain cover day pack
– Hiking Boot
– Trekking pole
– Fleece or jacket
– Inner Shocks
– Sandals
– Hiking T-shirts
– Inner thermal.
– Hiking pants
– Waterproof pants
– Water bottle, sunglasses, sun cream, some pills for headaches, stomachaches, etc.

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Day: 01 Arriving in Kathmandu Nepal and transfer to Hotel

We will pick you up from the Airport and take you to the hotel. Around 5 pm, we will introduce a guide and give a trek brief. Prepare for the trek and check your trekking gear.

Day: Day 02 Drive or Flight to Pokhara

Today, if you are taking a bus to Pokhara, you should leave your hotel at 6:15 am. The bus leaves at 7 o'clock from the Tourist bus station. It takes 7 hours to reach Pokhara, and they will stop 3 times on the way. It is about 200 km. Overnight at Pokhara. The bed and Breakfast is included

Day: 03 Trek to Deurali 2, 125m

The trek starts Today, after breakfast in Pokhara, you will take a car to Phedi and walk up to Dhampus, continue to Pothana, and reach Deurali. There will be a checkpoint of the TIMS and Permit. overnight at Deurali, and all provided Packages are available. It means all include Accommodation, Lunch, Dinner, and Breakfast.

Day: 04 Trek to Low Camp 3,100m

Our Trek continues from Forest Camp or Deurali to Low Camp through the forest; however, as we ascend, the vegetation starts to change with more rhododendron, and the trees are covered with moss, lichen, and tree ferns. At Low Camp, there are two basic lodges, one with a dining room with an open fire. overnight at Low Camp, and it includes Accommodation, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day: 05 Trek to High Camp 3,700m Approx 5 hours walking

An hour or so above Low Camp, the trail breaks out above a tree line and towards the west, with a good view of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli. The trail continues along the Mardi Himal ridge mainly on grass with some isolated rhododendron bushes along the way. Look out for the colorful Danphe pheasant on this section of the trail. The lodge at High Camp is larger than the lodges at Low Camp and Forest Camp. This one has eight rooms and a separate dining room with a heater. overnight at High Camp. It includes Accommodation, Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day: 06 Mardi Himal Base Camp 4,500m and Trek Back to Low camp.

The plan for today is to wake early for a sunrise view of the mountains and then walk up the ridge towards Mardi Himal Base Camp after an early breakfast. There is a well-established trail through the grass with a few steeper sections however overall not too challenging. Look out for the dzokpo (yak/ cow crossbreds) grazing up here and the Danphe pheasant. In the summer the sheep and goats from lower villages are brought up to graze in this area so you will pass several herder’s huts along the way. After three hours you should reach Base Camp at an elevation of 4500m this is where one can look into the Annapurna Sanctuary and the panorama view is spectacular looking at the south face of Annapurna and all of the peaks in the Sanctuary as well as Hiunchuli and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail). Overnight at Low Camp includes Accommodation, Breakfast, lunch, and Dinner

Day: 07 Trek to Siding Village 1,750m

On the way back, we take a different route, completing a circuit. From Low Camp, there is a trail that goes down to Siding village rather than going back down Mardi Himal back to Kokar. Siding is a traditional Nepalese village and still very much away from the busier modern tourist treks, and you will likely stay at a homestay in Siding owned by the person who runs one of the lodges at Low Camp. overnight at Siding Village Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Day: 08 Trek to lumre and drive back to Pokhara

Today it will take 3 hours to take a taxi to come back to Pokhara, it is a very friendly and pleasant walk, then take a cab and drive back to Pokhara. overnight at Pokhara with a Bed and Breakfast Plan.

Day: 09 Drive back to Kathmandu 1370m

Around a 7/8 hour drive to get back to Kathmandu. The road is quite bumpy. If you think differently, it will be better to take the one-way drive, and one flight will be a good experience, but the flight costs more. overnight at Kathmandu with B.B. plan.

Day: 10 Departure for Tribhuban International Airport

Today is the last day of your Nepal trip for this time. We will provide you with a car to take you to the Airport. Hope that you had a good time in Nepal with the Nepal Holiday Trip Staff, if there are any suggestions, please let us know to correct.

Cost Includes

Licensed and experienced local trekking guide.
1 Sharing porter for 2 trekkers to carry your luggage (weight limit 20 kg).
3 Times meal (breakfast, lunch, and dinner) during the trek.
Tea, coffee, cookies, and fresh fruits are served during the trek.
Sharing a twin/double bed room in the tea house lodges during the trek.
Accommodation, food, salary, and equipment for your guide and porter.
Pokhara – Phedi transfer by private car or van, depending on group size.
Necessary insurance for your guide and porters.
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit and TIMS Cards.
All applicable local tax, VAT, and office service charge.

cost excludes

Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara. All bar bills, beverages such as Coke, Fanta, Sprite, and mineral water.
Travel insurance, Nepal Entry Visa fees.
Personal Trekking Equipment and rescue operation in case of emergency.
Laundry, phone calls, internet, heater charge, and wifi services.
Tips for your guide and porter.