Mardi Himal Trek

Mardi Himal Trek is one of the Annapurna Region's hidden gems for trekking. Where most people would trek to Annapurna Base Camp, you can go around the map and get off the beaten path. The Mardi Himal Trekking adventure takes you to the Mardi Himal base camp in the laps of Mardi Himal and Machhapuchhre(Fish Tail Mountain).

Trekking in Mardi Himal Nepal offers some of the best undiscovered Annapurna landscapes. You can explore the scenic beauty of iconic mountains such as Machapuchare (also known as the "Fish Tail Mountain"), Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, and Manaslu. After an hour's drive from Pokhara, our journey begins in Kande. Following the winding trail to Mardi Himal Base Camp, you will pass through magnificent rhododendron forests, rice terraces, rivers and streams, Jhinu hot springs, and Ghandruk villages.

Mardi Himal Trek

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Trip At Glance

Destination Nepal
Name of Trail Mardi Himal Trek
Duration 12 Days
Grade Moderate
Maximum Altitude 3500m
Per Day Walking Approx 5-6 Hours
Trek Style Moderate
Transportation Private vehicle in city and sharing during trek
Accommodation 3 star in City and Tea house during trek
Best Time Autumn

Outline Itinerary

Day Acitivity
Day 1 Welcome to Kathmandu (1360M)
Day 2 Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (820M)
Day 3 Drive from Pokhara to Kade Pothana (1890M)
Day 4 Trek from Pothana to Forest Camp (2600M)
Day 5 Trek from Forest Camp to Low Camp (3150M)
Day 6 Trek from Low Camp to High Camp (3700M)
Day 7 Explore High Camp (Upper View Point - 4450m) (4450M)
Day 8 Trek from High Camp to Siding (1750M)
Day 9 Trek from Siding to Lumre and drive back Pokhara (820M)
Day 10 Exploration day at Pokhara (820M)
Day 11 Drive back to Kathmandu (1360M)
Day 12 Departure

Overview And Highlights

Highlights Of Mardi Himal Trek

  • Breathtaking panoramic views of Annapurna Range, Machapuchare, Dhaulagiri, and Hiunchuli.

  • It is less crowded, providing a peaceful trekking experience.

  • Cultural immersion in Gurung and Magar villages.
  • Stunning Mardi Himal and Machapuchare Base Camp experience.
  • Diverse accommodation options - teahouses and camping.
  • Off the beaten path, away from commercialized routes.
  • It is a perfect blend of adventure and solitude in the Himalayan wilderness.

Best Time To Trek In Mardi Himal Trek

The finest seasons to hike in the Mardi Himal region are the pre-monsoon (spring) and post-monsoon (fall), generally lasting from late February to early June and September to November, respectively. The pathways are alive in spring with blossoming rhododendrons, making the scenery colorful and lovely. The weather is typically consistent, with clear skies allowing superb viewing of the neighboring peaks. Temperatures are mild, making for pleasant daytime hiking conditions; however, evenings may be more relaxed at higher elevations. This is also the best time to go climbing because rain is less possible.

From September to November, the weather is dry and steady, providing beautiful sky and breathtaking vistas of the Himalayan peaks. The weather is also ideal for trekking, with pleasant days and chilly evenings. The paths are in excellent shape, and the post-monsoon season has left the sceneries lush and verdant. This is the peak trekking season in Nepal, with many trekkers seeking ideal weather and spectacular landscapes. It is crucial to remember that the winter (December to February) and monsoon (June to August) seasons are less desirable owing to harsh weather and higher hazards of avalanches and landslides.

Detail Itinerary

Day 1

Welcome to Kathmandu

Welcome to Nepal. Our team member will be waiting for you at the Tribhuvan International Airport. Our team member will welcome you and transfer you to a three-star hotel in Kathmandu (in a private vehicle). You can relax for a while after checking into the hotel. We will meet you at our office, introduce you to your guides, and brief you on the trek. The meeting will be followed by a warm welcome meal at one of Kathmandu's best traditional Nepali restaurants. Along with the meal, you will experience Nepali ethnic dancing and cultural music.

Food

Welcome dinner

Elevation

1360

Day 2

Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara

On the second day of our visit, we will move ahead in a private vehicle towards Pokhara from Kathmandu. It will be an early morning drive through the beautiful Nepalese countryside to reach Pokhara. Along the way, we can experience the calmness of the less traveled places in Nepal and also glance at the villages, rivers, and greenery of the hill stations.

Food

Breakfast

Accommodation

3 star hotel

Elevation

820

Day 3

Drive from Pokhara to Kade Pothana

After breakfast, we will begin our journey by driving to Kade, the place where we start the main trek. The sequence may be a bit hilly and physically challenging at the beginning of the trek, but it is not that hard. We will reach Kade after a few hours of walking. We will stay overnight at the teahouse of Kade, where you can relax.

Food

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation

Tea House

Elevation

1890

Day 4

Trek from Pothana to Forest Camp

After breakfast, we will leave the Pothana behind us and move towards our journey on a plain, flat route. Succeeding reaching Pritam Deurali, we will again take a step towards our trip to the main trek and set our footsteps on the road less traveled with the stunning view of oak trees, maple leaves, rhododendrons, and other kinds of flora along the way. After 4 hours, we will reach the forest camp and stay overnight at the lodge.

Food

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation

Tea House

Elevation

2600

Day 5

Trek from Forest Camp to Low Camp

We will trek for 4 to 5 hours from the forest camp to the low camp and move up. The flora around us also changes throughout the trek. The more we walk, the more we see denser and greener vegetation, gorgeous rhododendron trees, and the best yet to come. We will rest overnight at the low camp and arrange an upcoming trip tomorrow. At low camp, we can also enjoy the Machhapuchhre Himal (Fish Tail Mountain) view.

Food

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation

Tea House

Elevation

3150

Day 6

Trek from Low Camp to High Camp

After breakfast, we’ll take a step towards low camp and continue our ascending journey. As we walk along the Mardi Himal ridge, we will see clearer and more beautiful views of the Machhapuchhre and the south Annapurna range. The more we travel to higher altitudes, the more the natural beauty of the Mardi Himal will gradually be replaced by a more barren land.

Food

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation

Tea House

Elevation

3700

Day 7

Explore High Camp (Upper View Point - 4450m)

After breakfast, we will start hiking to the upper viewpoint. The trail is hilly and thus more physically challenging than the previous walks, but it’s worth it because we will get to see and experience the beauty of this trek. We will get a clear view of Annapurna, including Himchuli Peak, Singachuli, Gangapurna, and Machhapuchhre.

Food

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation

Tea House

Elevation

4450

Day 8

Trek from High Camp to Siding

After breakfast, we will leave High Camp and head towards the Siding Village. Most of the trail for the day gradually descends in the shade of dense forest. Siding village is a traditional Gurung village with a quiet atmosphere. The settlement is not crowded, even during peak trekking season. We will Stay overnight there and eat authentic Nepali cuisine as well.

Food

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Accommodation

Tea House

Elevation

1750

Day 9

Trek from Siding to Lumre and drive back Pokhara

After breakfast, we will leave Siding and move to Kumre. It is a flat and easy way. Along the way, we will pass through the beautiful village of Ghalel. We will take a short break at Lumre, and then we will drive back to Pokhara by private vehicle. Stay overnight in Pokhara.

Food

Breakfast

Accommodation

3 star Hotel

Elevation

820

Day 10

Exploration day at Pokhara

Pokhara offers many captivating attractions, each unique and remarkable in its own right. This vibrant city is a perfect travel destination for tourists of all ages and interests, catering to a wide range of preferences for entertainment and exploration. Pokhara has something for everyone, from picturesque hills and waterfalls to pristine lakes, bustling markets, and sacred shrines. Notable places to visit include Phewa Lake, Begnas Lake, Devi's Fall, Bindhyabasini Temple, Mahendra Cave, Tal Barahi Temple, Rupa Taal, the International Mountain Museum, Gupteshwor Mahadev Cave, Chamero Gufa, Seti River, Gorkha Memorial Museum, Matepani Gumba, and many more.
Alternatively, you can fly back to Kathmandu in the evening. We can discuss this option further.

Food

Breakfast

Accommodation

3 star hotel

Elevation

820

Day 11

Drive back to Kathmandu

After breakfast, we will head towards Kathmandu city. On the way, we will see the local lifestyle, Marshyangdi River, Trishuli River, the local Dhaba(Highway restaurant), and views of the Mountains and Hills. Snatch the last moment to enjoy the vibes of Kathmandu and grab the last chance to capture a memorable moment in Nepal. Stay overnight at the hotel.

Food

Breakfast

Accommodation

3 star hotel

Elevation

1360

Day 12

Departure

We will serve you breakfast in the morning if your flight is planned for the morning. Following your travel plans, our team member will go with you to drop you off at the airport (In a private vehicle). If your flight is in the evening, you may go shopping and pick up some souvenirs for your loved ones or hang around Kathmandu city. Additionally, if you wish to stay in Nepal for a few extra days, we can set up some of the best adventure activities there.

If you want to explore Nepal more in other trekking areas, you can visit our itineraries, like the 13-day Annapurna base camp trek, which is the most loved among trekkers. You can also trek in Everest base camp, and you will be doing the Mardi Himal trek, so you can try it. If you want to go rafting, that option is also available with us, or you can visit a religious place.

Food

Breakfast

What Is Included ?

  • Everything you need Actually
  • Airport pickup & Drop with a private vehicle
  • Star accommodations in the city with breakfast
  • Tea House during the trek
  • Meals 3 times a day during trekking
  • All transportations
  • Trekking permits and TIMS Card

What's Not Included?

  • Visa cost
  • International Airfare
  • Drinking and Beverage cost
  • Additional porter or Equipment cost
  • Personal expenses, tips, and Shopping cost

Route Map

Route map of Mardi Himal Trek

Altitude Graph

FAQs

Autumn (September, October, and November) is the best time for the Mardi Himal trek. It is one of the peak trekking seasons. Autumn is the post-monsoon season when the area around Annapurna clears from the summer rains.

The Mardi Himal trek takes an average of 6 to 12 days. But we provide 12 days of the trek, as we not only trek but also try to explore hidden gems during the trek.

Except for meat, other meals are healthy and fresh. Every kind of hot and cold drink can be served according to your order. When you are at a higher altitude, it is better to have soupy foods like garlic soup, mushroom soup, vegetable soup, noodles, etc. According to the rules and rituals, outside foods are not allowed. But no worries—you can still take outside food if you want, for example, normal snacks, water, and drinking things.

Yes, the Mardi Himal trek is possible without a guide. Trekking can be done independently at any time of the year. But we recommend a guide, as our guides are professionals. If you have any problems during the trek, you will have a guide with you, or else you can directly contact the company.

Yes, permits are required for trekking in the Mardi Himalayas. You will need a TIMS (Trekkers' Information Management System) card, which can be obtained in Kathmandu, as well as an Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP), which may be obtained in Kathmandu or Pokhara. Furthermore, a restricted area pass may be required depending on your country and special rules.

Additional Information

Nepal visas can be easily obtained from the Government of Nepal, the Nepalese Embassy, or the Consulate office in your country. You can get a visa from the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu on arrival or from any other entry point in Nepal. Make sure to bring a few sets of your passport-size photos. Visa fees are inexpensive.
You can also apply for a visa at a nearby embassy, or you can travel to Nepal and get a visa on arrival. We will assist you in settling your visa work, too.

We offer you star-rated accommodation that is comfortable and cozy. You will be amused with the facility and warmth we offer you, including facilities like (an attached bath, A/C, 24-hour running hot and cold shower). During the trek, your accommodation includes Mt. Lodge and local tea houses, but we do our best to provide the best available lodges on a twin-sharing basis; some tea houses are basic with shared washing and toilet facilities. If you prefer a single room in Kathmandu and trek, you may indicate your preference upon request and pay a single supplement cost.

We provide only a Bb facility in the city per your preferred itinerary. Full board meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner with a cup of tea or coffee) are included throughout the trek.  We provide you food from the local tea house Mt. Lodge en route chosen from a menu. Breakfast and dinner are to be supplied from the same tea house, and we would overnight, but lunch would be en route in between. You can enjoy Nepalese-style cuisine or any other continental food as required. You are to be a giver, from pizza to snacks. Most teahouses offer a variety of rice and noodle dishes, as well as soup and seasonal vegetables. Various cereals, bread, and egg dishes are generally available for breakfast.

Health is the most essential part of traveling or trekking. One must possess good physical condition before and while commencing the Himalayas tour. If you don’t have any trekking experience, you better grab one or be physically prepared for the trek. Before commencing an adventurous trek, you can commence a short hike, cycling, or walking tour; this may help you a lot throughout the trek.
The highest height you will reach on this trip is 4450m above sea level. The walk may be up and down, passing various villages, highlands, wilderness, and much more difficult and rough trails.
We strongly advise travelers to consult with their medical doctor before traveling, have a regular check-up of their health, and report to us when booking a trip with us.

Trained, license holder, English speaking, honest and friendly. Our porters are fully equipped and insured for each trip they are responsible for with us. As you know, we are very honest about the porters' issues and conditions while on the trek, so we make sure that our porters are fully prepared for the trip. We are closely working with the International Porter Progress Association for the welfare and benefit of the tourist porters.
It is our company’s management system; the maximum load carried by our porter is 20 to 25 kg, so be sure that your trekking bag does not weigh more than 20 kg.

One of the most important factors in trekking is travel insurance. To be sufficiently protected, you will need specialized travel insurance for participation in risky activities.
Your travel insurance policy must cover emergency evacuation, trip injury, lost baggage, medical treatment and expenses, theft, and liability. Make sure the insurance covers all the activities you will be undertaking during your stay in Nepal, such as trekking and climbing, including other trips.

We organize any Nepal trek route with a fixed departure basis or a private trip. The minimum group size is two, and the maximum is ten or more on request. We can also organize a private trip for a solo person with a single supplement cost. Otherwise, join our estimated group departure dates available online or ask us about your suitable flexible dates, and we will open group dates on the same date.

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If you have purchased an online product and want to make a booking, write to us and ask for the information or call us at our phone number for the trip booking confirmation.

To ensure a clear understanding of the trip services, we also offer online trip booking. Once your trip booking request reaches us, we will suggest the final trip booking procedure with advance payment of the trip. A non-refundable deposit of 20 percent (per person) is required to confirm a place on your selected adventure Nepal activities.

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