Trip Highlights
| Trip Code: NHN 2934 | Duration: 08 Days Trekking |
| Region: Annapurna | Maximum Altitude: M. 5300/ 17490 Ft. |
| Start: Kathmandu – Pokhara | End: Pokhara – Kathmandu |
| Best Season: Sept – Nov, March – May | Trekking Type: Tea House/ Camping |
| Group Size: Min 2 | Price From: $ 725/Person |
Mardi Himal trek lies on the shadows of the Annapurna Base Camp (ABC) trek, and it is one of the best trekking points of Nepal. The trek focuses on Mardi Himal (5587 meters) which is located at the east of ABC. In recent years the trek has gained popularity for its panoramic sceneries and thrill.
The commencing point of the trek is Phedi. The trek takes you through quiet villages with stone houses reminiscent of the older times and enforcing the thought that it’s a land untouched by the modern era. Hike through the forests filled with shades of red as you enter woods filled entirely with red rhododendrons. The forests and greenery end abruptly and it exposes the rugged mountainous setting
The trek is relatively moderate for expert hikers and novice alike. The trails are not paved and are rough, rocky and gravel-strewn so walk carefully! The hardest part of the trek is going from High Camp to Base Camp which is quite steep and rocky, and besides, the forested part of the trek tends to get slippery when it rains.
If you are interested in longer Trekking, visit the Annapurna Circuit Trekking route, the Upper Mustang Trekor the Annapurna Base Camp Trek.
Day 01: Drive Kathmandu – Pokhara (820 m.) – 07/08 hrs. Drive.
Day 02: Drive to Phedi and walk to Pothana (1990 m.)- 03 hrs. Walk.
Day 03: Trek from Pothana to Kokar Forest Camp (2600 m.) – 06 hrs. Walk.
Day 04: Trek from Forest Camp to High Camp (3700 m.) – 06 hrs. Walk.
Day 05: Trek from High Camp to Mardi Himal Base Camp (5300 m.) and back – 05/06 hrs. Walk.
Day 06: Trek from High Camp to Siding Village (1750 m.) – 06/07 hrs. Walk.
Day 07: Trek from Siding to Lumre and drive to Pokhara – 03 hrs. Walk and 02 hrs. Drive.
Day 08: Drive back to Kathmandu – 08 hrs. Drive.
Day 01: Drive Kathmandu – Pokhara (820 m.) – 07/08 hrs. Drive.
Drive to Pokhara through Prithivi Highway by private tourist vehicle or tourist bus. Pokhara is a clean and beautiful city because it is less polluted and crowded compared to Kathmandu. We get great views of Annapurna range, Lamjung himal range including dominating figure of Machapuchher (Fishtail) and Phewa Lake with its reflection in it. Then the afternoon can be enjoyed by the lake, as the hotel is located near to the lake. Stay overnight at Hotel.
Day 02: Drive to Phedi and walk to Pothana (1990 m.) 03 hrs. Walk.
After breakfast we drive half an hour to Phedi and commence our trek to Pothana. The trail is steep until Dhampus and pleasant easy walk up to Pothana. Overnight in Pothana.
Day 03: Trek from Pothana to Kokar Forest Camp (2,600 m.) – 06 hrs. Walk.
From Pothana you walk up to a place called Pitam Deurali where you will turn off the main Annapurna Sanctuary trek and continue along a quiet trail through a dense forest of oak, maple, hemlock and rhododendron.
Day 04: Trek from Forest Camp to High Camp (3,700 m.) – 06 hrs. Walk.
We will trek for relatively short period today. Our route will pass through Rhododendron and Juniper forest. From the peak i.e. the High Camp, you will be awarded with the scenic views of Fishtail, the Annapurna Range, the valley of Annapurna Base Camp and Mardi Himal.
Day 05: Trek from High Camp to Mardi Himal Base Camp (5300 m.) and back – 05/06 hrs. Walk.
After having breakfast at lodge, we trek to the view point to have the great view of the Himalayas including Mardi Himal (5587 m.), Annapurna I (8091 m.), Annapurna south (7219 m.), Hiunchuli (6441 m.), Baraha Shikhar (Mt. Fang) (7647 m.), Tent Peak (5695 m.), Singhachuli (6501 m.), Machapuchhre (6993 m.) and many other mountains then you will return to high camp and rest of the days are free and overnight at lodge.
Day 06: Trek from High Camp to Siding Village (1750 m.) – 06/07 hrs. Walk.
After breakfast, today journey start an unhurried descent through the shade of the forest and out on to the terraced fields, down 1600 m. This is a different route down to the upper Mardi Khola. Here, as we make our way along the banks of the Mardi Khola from the hill-side village of Siding, down through the lovely fields, passing the simple farms and over the interesting suspension bridges. There is no doubt that this is indeed the idyllic Nepal Countryside. Overnight at camp.
Day 07: Trek from Siding to Lumre and drive to Pokhara – 03 hrs. Walk and 02 hrs. Drive.
From Siding, we head towards Lumre following Mardi Khola downstream. The day has a short trail of about 3 hours. On reaching Lumre, we will drive on our private jeep to reach Pokhara. The drive to Pokhara will take about 2 hours. You can enjoy around the Lakeside in the evening. Overnight at a 3-star hotel in Pokhara.
Day 20: Drive back to Kathmandu – 08 hrs. Drive.
In the evening we enjoy a farewell dinner and reflect on a great adventure.
Cost Includes:
☛Pickup / Drop international airport by private tourist vehicle.Car, van or bus. (Depends on size of group)
☛Transportation for Kathmandu / Pokhara / Kathmandu by Tourist Coach.
☛Accommodation (2 persons per room) in Pokhara with breakfast.
☛Half day sightseeing in Pokhara and necessary transport and Guide.
☛Drop to Phedi (trekking starting point), and pick up from Lumre to Pokhara. By Private tourist vehicle.
☛Annapurna Conservation Area Fee.
☛TIMS (Trekking information management system) Fee.
☛Lodge trek with all meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) and accommodation in tea house lodge.
☛Service of English speaking trekking guide and Porters. (We will provide one porter for two Persons and the maximum weight carried by porter is 25 Kg. in total.)
☛Accommodation, meals, transportation, equipment’s, and allowances of guide and porter.
☛Insurance of Guide and Porters.
☛All applicable government taxes and service charge.
Cost Excludes:
☛Any accommodation, meals and other services in Kathmandu.
☛Personal Travel Insurance (Compulsory).
☛Lunch and dinner in Pokhara.
☛Entry fee at the sightseeing sites.
☛Bottle Drinks (Mineral waters, any cold drinks and alcoholic drinks.)
☛Expenses of personal nature such as tips for guide, porter and driver,laundry, bar bill, Telephone calls etc.
☛Any airfare and departure airport tax.
☛Nepal Visa fee.
☛Any other cost not mention above in cost includes.
