Mardi Himal Trek

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Mardi Himal Trek is considered to be a hidden gem of Nepal, the trail of which is located just the east of one of the most popular treks of Nepal, Annapurna Base Camp trek. This trip provides the travelers a spectacular view of entire Annapurna Range.

The trail goes along small winding paths, through magical rhododendron forests until you climb out of the forest at an elevation around 3,300 m. Afterward, the landscape changes quite abruptly into a rugged high mountain landscape, with amazing views of Mardi Himal, Machapuchre, Annapurna South and Hiunchuli. Few trekkers make their way to the Mardi Himal Base Camp spectacularly situated at the base of Mardi Himal and the impressive Machapuchhre.

From High Camp (3580 m; some maps incorrectly mention 3900 m) you can climb up to Mardi Himal Base Camp in about 3-4 hours, which offers spectacular close up views of the entire Annapurna Range. There are simple guesthouses and homestays along the entire route. If you plan to do this trek in the winter months, it is important to check with a local tour operator if the lodges are open.

Itinerary

Day 1: Welcome to Kathmandu & Transfer to the Hotel.

Day 2: Fly from Kathmandu to Pokhara, Trek to Pothana (6,102 feet / 1,860 m)

Day 3: Trek to Forest Camp at Kokar (2,600m)- 4 hours walking.

Day 4: Trek to Low Camp (3,150m)- 5 hours trekking

Day 5: Trek to High Camp (3,700m)- 4 hours trekking.

Day 6: Excursion to Mardi Himal Base Camp (4,500m)- 4 hours trekking.

Day 7: Trek to Sidhing village (1,750m) -6 hours walking

Day 8: Trek to Lumre and drive to Pokhara- 3 hours walking and 2 hours driving.

Day 9: Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu

Day 10: Depart Kathmandu.

Includes

International arrival and departure transfer in a private vehicle.
2 nights accommodation in Kathmandu on BB basis.
1 nights accommodation in Pokhara on BB basis.
Experienced guide and Porter during the trek.
Kathmandu to Pokhara and return airfare with 2 domestic airport transfer.
Meals on full board basis (Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner with tea/ coffee)
6 nights accommodation in a tea house.
Pokhara to Phedi transfer in a private vehicle.
Lumre to Pokhara transfer in private vehicle.
ACAP and TIMS fee.
Salary, and insurance for staffs.
All government taxes.

Excludes

Lunch and, Dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
Soft Drinks and Alcoholic beverages like Coke, Beer, etc. during your whole trip.
International airfares and Nepal entry visa fee
Personal nature expenses like phone, laundry, gratitude, etc.
Your insurance and emergency rescue evacuation if required.
Hot shower and hot drinking water during the trek.
Service not mentioned in “Service include section”