Mardi Himal Trek 10 Days

Duration: 10 Days

Activity level: Moderate +

Max altitude: 4500m, Mardi Himal Base Camp

Best season: Spring (March-May), Autumn (September-November)

Trip highlights

◉ Vantage points like High Camp (3580m) and Mardi Himal Base Camp (4500m) ◉ Great for trekkers with a moderate level of fitness ◉ Explore the real taste of unspoiled culture and unique lifestyle ◉ Spectacular views of Annapurna range including the closest view of Machhapuchhre & Mardi-Himal ◉ Spot...

Trip overview

Mardi Himal Trek 10 Trek is one of the less explored gems of the Annapurna Region. This blissful trek features spectacular scenery of gigantic mountains and ethnic culture. Mardi Himal is an unseen beauty that can be your next trekking adventure. Compared to other commercial treks, Mardi Himal Tre...

What's included

➤ TIMS Fee- Trekkers' Information Management System ➤ Government taxes, VAT & office service charge ➤ Necessary Trekking Permit and all National Park Fees ➤ Transportation in a private vehicle including airport transfers ➤ 3-star category hotel in Kathmandu for accommodation ➤ Kathmandu Sightseeing ...

What's excluded

➤ Lunch and dinner whilst in Kathmandu. ➤ Travel insurance which covers emergency Rescue and Evacuation. ➤ International airfare and airport departure tax. ➤ Nepal entry visa; you can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. (Tourist Visa with Multiple ...

What to bring

● Sleeping Bag ● Trekking Bag ● Duffel Bag ● Trekking pole ● Water bottle ● Hiking shirts ● Long sleeved t-shirt ● Down jacket ● Waterproof shell jackets ● Waterproof pants ● Hiking boots ● Sun hat or scarf ● Toiletries (Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Hand sanitizer, Wet wipes, Medium sized quick-drying to...

Your itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Kathmandu

Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport, our representative will welcome and pick you up. You will be then transferred to your hotel. After taking some rest, you will get a complete brief about each day's schedule. You will meet your guide and other companions of the trek. You will also receive your permits and TIMS card this day. Do remember to bring necessary documents like passport, copies of photos, travel insurance policy, etc.

Day 2

Sightseeing in Kathmandu and Trek Preparation

You’ll have a full day for sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley. You will visit UNESCO enlisted World Heritage sites like Durbar Square, Pashupatinath, Swayambhunath, and Boudhanath. This is also your prep day. You need to be ready for your journey the next day. Thus, pack your bags with all the necessary stuff and gears. If you are missing something, then you can buy them from hubs like Thamel.

Day 3

Flight to Pokhara (910m), Drive to Kande (1770m), and Trek to Australian Camp (2400m)

You will take an early half-an-hour flight to Pokhara right after your breakfast. Once you reach Pokhara, you will head to Kande. You will ride the private vehicle via a jeep or bus. This drive will be of 1-2 hours. Following the trail, you will start walking towards the Australian Camp. On the way, you discover the beautiful settlement of Kande. You will also get clear views of the mountains once you reach the Camp.

Day 4

Trek From Australian Camp to Forest Camp (2600m)

The path is complete uphill so you will start your ascent early. You will walk along deep alpine forest. Their freshness and exotic vegetation will make your walk pleasant. You will encounter places like Pothana, Deurali. Pothani is also the permit-checking point. Walking for 6-7 hours, you will reach Forest Camp for a night stay. This spot has good views of Annapurna South, Mardi Himal, and Mt Fishtail.

Day 5

Trek to High Camp (3580m)

This is the day when you head off your journey amongst colorful rhododendrons and orchids. Continuing the walk for 3 hours, you will reach Low Camp (3035m). Fishtail and Mardi Himal start appearing closer. Then, you will head towards Badal Danda (Cloud Hill) that features exceptional scenery. High Camp is about 3 hours far from this point. Overnight at High Camp!

Day 6

Trek to Mardi Himal Base Camp (4500m) & Back to High Camp

You wil start to trek before the sunrise. You simply can’t miss the golden sunrise from the vantage point. The vantage point; Mardi Himal Base Camp gives the closest view of the Annapurna Himalayan range. So close & clear view that Fishtail and Mardi Himal appear right behind you. This point also features a fantastic sunrise and sunset view. You will forget everything and love every moment above the clouds. Back to High Camp for overnight

Day 7

Trek From High Camp To Siding Village (1750m)

Another day of an amazing journey begins. You will now head to Siding Village. Siding Village is famous for its raw lifestyle and traditional cultures. You get to this beautiful settlement through dense pine and rhododendron forests. You will trek down for about 5-6 hours. For most of the part, you will retrace your past trails.

Day 8

Trek to Lumre (1530m) and Ride Back to Pokhara (910m)

Leaving Siding village, you will proceed to Lumre. You will walk for about 3 hours. Lumre is the ending point of your trek. You will take a ride back to Pokhara from there. You can enjoy the final views of typical villages throughout the ride. After reaching Pokhara, you can feel free to discover the places. You have tonnes of amazing options in this famous tourist hub.

Day 9

Flight/Drive back to Kathmandu

This is the final day of your journey. You have two options of return to Kathamndu. You can either take flight or take any private vehicle. The flight takes about half an hour while the drive takes 6-7 hours

Day 10

Final Departure!

With the final farewell, our representative will drop you at the airport as per your flight timing. We will hope to see you soon and again! If you wish, we can reschedule it as per your comfort and choice. Also, If you want to extend your trip, you’ve various other options for trekking and tour packages. Regarding queries of yours, contact us for any kind of information you need. We will be more than happy to help!