About Mardi Himal Trek

Mardi Himal trek is a wilderness and off-the-beaten-path trek in the Annapurna region, this trek allows trekkers to explore a close view of Mardi Himal's southern face and Machhapuchhre mountain (fishtail).

Top of the world organizes Mardi Himal Trekking as the newly opened best trail. This trekking area is in the Annapurna region as the best viewpoint of Machhapuchhre mountain. If some tourists have got short holiday and would like to do high-elevation trekking then Mardi Himal trekking can be a good option, because the elevation of the Mardi Himal base camp is 4500 m. When some trekkers trek towards the Annapurna region to the Annapurna circuit trek of ABC it is very much touristic. Sometimes the tourists may need more peace and calm, and for such events, Mardi Himal trekking can be the best solution. This trekking trail can be possible to complete from 4 days to 7 days. It is officially opened in 2012. It starts from and ends in Pokhara. From Pokhara you will drive to Kande and start hiking via forest camp, Pothana, Deurali, Low camp, and High camp, you will trek to Mardi Himal base camp and trek down to Siding. The next day by jeep or by bus you will get back to Pokhara.

 

 

Trip Highlights

  • Few hours of driving on the first day will make you feel at ease towards Mardi Himal Base Camp (3580 m).
  • A breathtaking view of Machhapuchhre and Flagstone steps will be an amazing experience.
  • Low and high camps are the best stations for Bamboo, Rhododendron and Oak forest views.
  • You will explore the stunning view of Mardi Himal (5587 m), Machhapuchhre (6993 m) and Annapurna range from the lap of the base camp.
  • A great combination of natural beauty and diverse culture will make your journey one of the most beautiful parts of your life.
  • Step down to Siding and Hyanga will finish your trek.
  • Phewa Lake with a great smile will welcome you back to Pokhara City.

Itinerary

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Day 01: Arrival at Kathmandu.

Our airport representative will be in Kathmandu international airport with your name card or our agency's name card. When confirmation of your arrival is done, you will drive from airport to Kathmandu Hotel. After check in, you will be freshen up and go to visit agency office to collect flights tickets and other information. If you have missed to bring any trekking equipment then you can buy just next to hotel. You will have welcome dinner in the night and drop back to the hotel and overnight at Kathmandu hotel.

  • Meals: Dinner
  • Accommodation: Kathmandu hotel
  • Place: Kathmandu
  • Altitude: 1300

Early morning around 7:00 am, you will start your journey from Kathmandu to Pokhara by tourist bus. After 5/7 hours of drive with snaky highway. You will be at Pokhara and overnight stay at Lakeside hotel.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Place: Pokhara
  • Altitude: 1400

This day you will first drive to Kande from Pokhara and start your trekking to Pitam-Deurali (2142 m) with our guide. Overnight at Mt. Tea House Lodge at Pitam-Deurali.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Teahouse
  • Place: Deurali
  • Altitude: 2125

Enjoying the nature and its beauty, you will love to know many more things about the nature, Flora and Fauna, culture and history of Nepal from our guide. Overnight at Forest Camp

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Teahouse
  • Place: Forest Camp
  • Altitude: 3050

550 m uphill treks with beautiful view of Bamboo, Rhododendron and Oak forest will make your day awesome. View of Annapurna, Mardi & other different mountains on the way will make your trek easy. Overnight at High camp.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Teahouse
  • Place: High Camp
  • Altitude: 3600

You will be at your destination this day and enjoy your trip. Starting from High Camp to Mardi Himal and explore the Base Camp (4500 m). After few hours in Base Camp, you will come back to Siding for overnight stay.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Teahouse
  • Place: Siding
  • Altitude: 2500

Same as first day of the trek, you will trek and drive to Pokhara same day. This day you will trek down to Phedi from Siding around 5/6 hours and take a transportation to Pokhara and end your Mardi Himal trek. Overnight at Lakeside Pokhara and enjoy the night of Pokhara city.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Place: Pokhara
  • Altitude: 1400

This day you will get ready early in the morning to catch the tourist bus from Pokhara to Kathmandu. 5/7 hours drive will bring you back to Kathmandu. You will visit our office same day and exchange your experience of the whole trek. Overnight at Kathmandu Hotel. In the evening you will have farewell Nepali dinner with cultural show.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  • Accommodation: Hotel
  • Place: Kathmandu
  • Altitude: 1300

Today after having breakfast, you will visit the Kathmandu Valley in private vehicle. You will have lunch and visit UNESCO Heritage site in Kathmandu Valley's popular places like Kathmandu Durbar Square, Patan Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, Bouddhanath Temple, Swyambhunath (Monkey Temple), etc. Our guide will explain about the history, culture , etc. about the places you visit. At the same time you can visit to thamel shop for some shopping. Overnight stay at Kathmandu Hotel.

  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch,Dinner
  • Accommodation: Kathmandu Hotel
  • Place: Kathmandu
  • Altitude: 1300

According to your flight details you will checkout from hotel and move to airport for your final departure. We can arrange the taxi from your hotel to airport if you need.

  • Meals: Breakfast
  • Place: Kathmandu
  • Altitude: 1300

Cost Details

Cost Includes

  • Arrival and departure by private vehicle
  • Kathmandu and Pokhara hotel with Breakfast
  • Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu by Tourist bus
  • Pokhara-Kande-Pokhara by private car
  • TIMS
  • Annapurna Conservation permit
  • Trekking guide (Food, accommodation, salary, insurance)
  • Teahouse Accomodation in Mountain
  • All meals (Breakfast, lunch and dinner) during trekking
  • First aid tool box

Cost Excludes:

  • Bar bills
  • Entrance fee for Kathmandu Sightseeing
  • Visa fee
  • International flight fare
  • Travels insurance
  • Trekking equipment 
  • Tips
  • Lunch and Dinner except trekking time
Price from US$ 499 (P.P)
US$ 550
No of people Price P.P
2 - 10 US$ 450
  • DestinationNepal
  • DifficultyModerate
  • Trip StyleTrekking
  • TransportationPrivate Vehicle / Tourist Bus
  • Meal Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
  • AccomodationHotel + Teahouses + Lodges
  • Max Altitude4500
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