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- Duration
- 10 Days
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- Transportation
- Private Vehicle & Tourist Bus
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- Trip Grade
- Easy
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- Max-Altitude
- 4,500m / 14,764ft
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- Accomodation
- Hotel in cities and n lodge during the trek
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- Primary Activity
- Trekking, Sightseeing & Hiking
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- Meals
- B|L|D on Trek, |B| in Kathmandu & Pokhara
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- Best Season
- March to May, Mid September to Mid December
A relatively new Annapurna region trek—shorter and slightly challenging with amazingly close vistas of the popular peaks in the Annapurna range.
The Mardi Himal trek offers a taste of wilderness and a feeling of solidarity with nature. The trail begins from Phedi with a mild uphill and weaves through a paddy field, a beautiful rhododendron forest, and communal villages. The well-marked trail climbs along stone-paved trails and intersects beautiful villages inhabited by the Gurung, Tamang, and Magar communities, indigenous to the mid-hills of Nepal.
As you eventually make your way alongside ridges and get closer to the Mardi base camp, greenery becomes rare, but the vivid Machhapuchchhre (Fishtail) and Mardi peak along the horizon invigorate the trekkers’ spirits. From the viewpoint above the High Camp, you can witness Himchuli (6,441m), Annapurna III (7,555m), Gangapurna (7,454m), Machhapuchchhre (6,997m) and Mardi (5,553m). Rare animal and bird sightings.
A major section of the trail lies inside the biologically diverse Annapurna Conservation Area. Rare birds and animal species are known to frequent the forests and the high mountains of the Mardi trekking route. Although several medium to short trails directed to the Annapurna Base camp exist and are frequently walked, the Mardi Himal trek with its distinct charm, seclusion, and easier trail appeals to trekkers of varying degrees of experience and skill.
Mardi Himal Trek Trip Highlights
- Rewarding mountain views within a short moderately challenging trek
- The astounding Mardi viewpoint that places you right in front of Himchuli (6,441m), Annapurna III (7,555m), Gangapurna (7,454m), Machhapuchchhre or Fishtail (6,997m) and Mardi (5,553m). Mt. Machhapuchchhre seems incredibly within reach from here.
- Cultural exploration at villages like Dhampus and Deurali are beautifully placed in front of pleasant panoramic views
- The Mardi Himal Trek is relatively less crowded offering a quieter and more relaxed trekking experience with serene camp locations
- Plenty of walking through charming forested trails is a definite highlight, especially lush Rhododendron forests appearing quite vivid during springtime
- Wildlife: Traverse through beautiful rhododendron forests also home to a diverse range of wildlife, including birds, butterflies, and occasionally, rare species like the Himalayan black bear and musk deer.
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1Arrival in Kathmandu (1400m / 4593ft)
2Drive to Pokhara 200km (827m / 2713ft), ~7 hours
3Drive to Phedi (1130m / 3707ft ), Trek to Pothana (1990m / 6529ft), 3 to 4 hours
4Trek to Forest Camp (2550m / 8366ft), 5 to 6 hours
5Trek to High Camp (3600m / 11811ft), 5 to 6 hours
6Trek to Mardi Base Camp (4500m / 14764ft), 2 to 3 hours; return to High Camp, ~2 hours
7Trek to Sidhing (1850m / 6070ft), 5 to 6 hours
8Drive to Pokhara (2550m / 8366ft), ~3 hours, Half-day exploration in Pokhara
9Drive to Kathmandu (1400m / 4593ft), 6 to 7 hours
10Final departure
- Airport pick-up and drop
- 2 nights accommodation in Apsara Hotel, Kathmandu or Similar – 3 Star Standard (Breakfast Included)
- 2 nights accommodation in Hotel Batika, Pokhara or Similar – 3 Star (Breakfast Included)
- Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu transfer on a Deluxe Tourist Bus
- Pokhara-Phedi Drop (Day 3) and Sidhing-Pokhara Pickup (Day 8) on a private vehicle
- 6 nights accommodation in Local Tea Houses during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included)
- Accompany of Licensed English-speaking trekking guide for the entire trip. (Trained in First-Aid and Emergency Evacuation)
- One porter for every two clients (up to 13 Kg luggage per person)
- A cup of tea/coffee (three times a day) and seasonal fruits after dinner on the trek
- Attached bathrooms and hot showers wherever available
- Trekking permit and Annapurna Conservation Area Permit for the trek
- First-Aid box with medicines (Carried and handled by the guide)
- All applicable government charges
- Farewell dinner at a fine restaurant in Kathmandu
- Certificate of Adventure after the completion of the trek
Chlorine solution/tablets for water purification on the trek - Complimentary Duffel bag, Access T-shirt, and Map of Trekking area as souvenirs
- Free service of borrowing Down Jacket and Sleeping bags, (rated up to – 20 degrees Celsius)
- Arrangements for Emergency Helicopter evacuation services (paid by your Travel insurance company)
- Nepal Visa and International airfare
- Travel Insurance (Compulsory) – must cover helicopter evacuation, medical expenses, and Trip Cancellation charges
- Meals in Kathmandu except for breakfast and farewell dinner
- Personal equipment and other personal expenses such as beverages, confectionaries, laundries, etc.
Monument Entrance fees during the sightseeing tour
Extra meals, extra porterage service, Wi-Fi, charging of your electronic devices, etc.
Tips to your guide, porters, driver and other field staff as a token of appreciation
Any other expenses or charges not mentioned in the ‘Trip Includes’ list
Our groups are small with maximum 14 people. We create groups of independent travelers, friends and families which maintains close interpersonal connection, engage more and get into depth of the journey. Choose a date from the calendar to reserve your spot.
Group Discount
- No. of PersonsPrice per Person
- 1-4US $ 795
- 5-11US $ 745
- 12-21US $ 695
- 21+US $ 660
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- Group Discounts
- Guaranteed Departures
- Easy Cancellation
- 60% Repeated Customers
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