24th Mar, 2022

Mardi Himal Trekking Guide - Agency, Cost, Itinerary, 2022/2023

MARDI HIMAL TREFacts of the Trek

Grade: Moderate

Average walking per day: 5.5 hrs

Maximum altitude: 4500m

Best Seasons: February-March-April-May  May/ September-October-November-December

Type of Trek: Tea house/Lodge/Guest house

Duration: 10 days

Complete Mardi Himal trek is unique trekking route in Nepal and it lies to Annapurna region of Nepal. Himalayan mountain views from Mardi Himalaya is mind blowing. if you are first time trekking in mardi Himalaya region definitely you will feel part of heaven. why mardi himal trekking route is part of heaven because pokhara is already  earth paradise city in the world and mardi Himalaya trekking route is very near to pokhara city as well as more better  views then Annapurna base camp trek. Mardi himal trek route is day to day getting popular due to new trekking route and you will have superb Himalayan views.

within your very limit schedule you will explore mardi himal trek. of course you will have fantastic mountain views from mardi himal base camp  and if you able to reach on top of mardi himal. wow you will feel its part of heaven in your life on this Goble. Mardi Himal Trek provides a great experience to the mountainous environment soaked view of greens hills, snow-capped mountain and walks into dense forest of lovely rhododendron and oak. In the trail, you walk through the path with the constant view of Annapurna mountain range and Dhaulagiri at the west. Mardi Himal is located beneath Mt. Machhapuchre which is one of the forbidden mountain and unclimbed peaks up to now.

You will get a marvelous outlook of Mt. Machhapurchre , Mt Hiunchuli and colorful Rhododendron forest will steal your heart. You will get a great chance to know social-cultural values and lifestyle of Magar and Gurung community. During the trek, the astonishing sunrise and sunset views are outstanding. If you are passionate about solo trekking then you will certainly love Mardi Himal trek Package. During the trek you first reached to Kande and you trek to Deurali which is at the altitude of 2232m. From Deurali you can get chance to observe Annapurna range and Pokhara valley.

 From deurali you will headed towards the main Annapurna trekking trail and fallow the forested path to forest camp. As it is new trekking destination you need to carry pack lunch and sufficient water. After passing through rhododendron forest can reached to low camp. The view of Mt. Fishtail and Mardi Himal appears closer. From that it takes 1 hours more to reach outstanding hill called Badal Bandal (cloud hill). After a short walk you can reach to high camp.

From there you can reached to Mardi Himal Base Camp where trip is more difficult then other days with steep climb and longer walk. From base camp we trek back to forest camp along the Lwang Ghale village at the altitude of 1500m. At village you can observe organic farming and return back to pokhara. During the trek, within short period of time you can get chance to observe outstanding view of mountains and Mardi Himal.

Complete mardi himal trekking guide Experience

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu airport and transfer your Hotel

From Tribhuban International Airport you will be transferred to your hotel room. In the afternoon you will invited to our office for briefing about the each day program. Today you will receive your Sagarmatha National Park Permits and TIMS. Day 02: Drive to Pokhara. (850m/6 hours.) Today, in the morning our guides will come to pick you up at your hotel and accompany you to the bus station to catch an early morning, comfortable tourist bus to Pokhara. The bus will head towards the west of Kathmandu Valley and continue the journey towards the western part of Nepal following the Prithvi Highway along the Trisuli River. The bus will stop twice – one for breakfast and one for lunch and then continue until we reach Pokhara. The evening can be utilized to explore the lake area. The night will be spent at a tourist hotel in Pokhara. (Highlights of the day: Comfortable tourist bus, windy highway along the Trisuli River, breathtaking view of waterfalls, rivers, jungles, hamlets higher up on the hills, terraced fields with seasonal crop, different vegetation, curious faces of people running motels, restaurants and lodges, Lake area in Pokhara.)

Day 03: Pokhara to Pothana. (1970m/5 hours)

Pothana is the destination set for the day. After having breakfast, the trip continues with a 40 minute bus ride to Phedi. The upward hike begins from here. A climb through the jungle, passing several small villages takes us to the beautiful Gurung village -Dhampus. From Dhampus, a steep climb will first take us to the Australian Camp, passing Deurali. We further walk up to Pothana situated on the Annapurna Circuit trail. The evening can be spent exploring Pothana and enjoying the views of the mountains. The night will be spent guest house at Pothana.(Highlights of the day: Spectacular view of the Annapurna Mountain range and Machhapuchchhre, a number of beautiful Gurung settlements; their lifestyle and traditional houses surrounded by the farmland.)

Day 04: Pothana to Forest Camp. (2550m/ 7 hours)

The Forest Camp is the destination set for the day. From Pothana, the upward hike continues on the stone paved trail till Deurali. On reaching Deurali, we leave the circuit trail and catch an off-the-beaten trail that heads east. The trail passes through the dense forest, presenting the glimpses of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna massif and some wildlife en route to the Forest Camp. We reach the forest Camp around the afternoon, where we set up the tent for overnight stay. The night will be spent Lodge at the Forest Camp.(Highlights of the day: Magnificent, closer view of the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges, glimpses of leopard, deer, monkeys and various species of birds, dense forest and the experience local culture

Day 05: Forest Camp to High Camp. (4100m/ 6 hours)

The High Camp is the destination of the day. Leaving the Forest Camp you proceed towards the High Camp. Though the distance is short the climb through the forest of Rhododendron and Juniper forest is quite steep. The settlement is almost nil around this area. You first pass Manjh Danda to reach the low camp, and then we pass the Nangge Danda to reach the high camp. The top greets you with the most spectacular view of Machhapuchchhre, the Annapurna Range, the valley of Annapurna Base Camp and Mardi Himal. The night will be spent guest house at High Camp.(Highlights of the day: Dense forest of Rhododendron and Juniper, splendid views of Machhapuchchhre, the Annapurna Range, the valley of Annapurna Base Camp and Mardi Himal.)

                           Day 06: High Camp, trek to Base Camp.

Mardi Himal Base Camp is the destination set for the day. Today you wake up earlier than usual to enjoy the sunrise view from the High Camp. Today is a challenging day as the day requires walking on a narrow, rocky trail. Leaving the High Camp, we ascend for about 4 hours to reach the base camp of the Mardi Himal. After enjoying the views from the base camp, you walk back to the High Camp. The night will be spent lodge at the High Camp.(Highlights of the day: The spectacular sunrise view from the High Camp, view of the great ice fields and the blue glaciers of the Sanctuary wall, the stunning Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri, Ganesh Himal with a dozen of glistening snow-bound giants and also the hovering Lhophophorous above you.)

Day 07: High Camp to Siding Village. 1280m/ 7 hours

Siding Village is the destination set for the day. From the High Camp crossing the Nangge Danda, a steep descent brings us back to the Low Camp. From the Low Camp, you leave the trail used earlier and head towards the Mardi Khola River through the dense forest. The walk continues till Sidhing. The night will be spent guest house at Sidhing.(Highlights of the day: Dense forest, friendly little settlements, lovely fields and the experience of pristine Nepali countryside.)

Day 08: Siding Village to Pokhara. 850m/2.5 hours trek and 1 hour drive

Pokhara is the destination set for the day. Leaving Sidhing, you now hike down following the line of the river valley, passing various small settlements of Gurung and Tamang people until we reach Lumre. At Lumre, you catch a vehicle that will take us to Pokhara in one hour. The evening can be spent exploring the Lake area. The night will be spent at a tourist hotel in Pokhara (Highlights of the day: Beautiful view of mountains, and the cute little settlements of Tamang and Gurung people, attractions of Lakeside in Pokhara.)

Day 09: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu (1350m)

Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu and transfer your hotel, spare time for your family shopping evening celebrate farewell dinner with Nepali Family.

Day 10: Departure for your onward flight.

After breakfast you will transfer your international flight for your home. You will say good bye for Nepal until return back to next time.

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