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Mardi Himal Trek is a short but stunning trekking route in Nepal's Annapurna region, offering breathtaking views of the Annapurna and Machapuchare mountains. The trek typically takes around 5 to 7 days, depending on the starting and ending points and pace. The best season for the Mardi Himal Trek is during the pre-monsoon (spring) and post-monsoon (autumn) seasons, with the recommended months being March to May and September to November. The cost of the Mardi Himal Trek can range from $600 to $1,200 per person, including permits, accommodation, meals, a guide, and porters. The trek is considered a moderate one, involving hiking through rhododendron forests, and traditional villages, and ascending to higher altitudes. It is considered a less crowded option compared to other popular treks, such as the Annapurna Base Camp Trek or the Annapurna Circuit. The Mardi Himal Trek starts from Kande, a small town near Pokhara, and passes through beautiful rhododendron forests and terraced fields. The main highlight is the Mardi Himal Base Camp, located at an altitude of 4,500 meters.
The trek is considered a less crowded option compared to other popular treks, such as the Annapurna Base Camp Trek or the Annapurna Circuit. The Mardi Himal Trek travels past Gurung communities and verdant woodlands, providing an escape into Himalayan splendor. The walk runs through stunning woodlands and natural areas with plants and wildlife, providing stunning views of the Annapurna range, Fishtail, Mount Manaslu, Dhaulagiri, and Ganesh Himal. Having an experienced guide by your side ensures that you can navigate through challenging terrain and unpredictable weather conditions with ease, as well as providing valuable insights into the local culture, traditions, and history. Additionally, the walk offers opportunities to interact with local communities and experience their way of life firsthand. Whether it's staying in traditional teahouses or participating in cultural ceremonies, you'll have a chance to immerse yourself in the rich heritage of the region.
We can enjoy the beautifully terraced farms, little shops by the side of the road, and the raging Trishuli River on our drive to Pokhara, also referred to as the ‘City of Lakes.’ From the city, we get great views of the Himalayas including Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machhapuchhre, the five peaks of Annapurna. Pokhara is also a tourist destination, so we take some time out in the evening and enjoy! Overnight in Pokhara.
After an early morning breakfast, we start our adventure with a drive to Phedi and start trekking from there. We walk on stone steps, terraced fields, and through villages and forests before reaching Dhampus where we have lunch. We continue our walk to Deurali which is a small village beautifully located on a ridge with good views of the Annapurna South, Mardi Himal, and Machhapuchhare. Overnight in Deurali.
Our trail passes through lush forest dotted with the red rhododendrons. The flowers are a common sight in Nepalese hills and it is no surprise that its Nepal’s national flower. Our trail is very quiet until we reach a clearing of the forest camp. We can take rest and explore the area which is also known locally as Kokar. Overnight in Forest Camp.
Beginning at the Low Camp, we will trek directly to the High Camp today. Leaving the Badal Danda behind, we will proceed for 4-5 hours walk along the Mardi Himal edge. We trek tough towards high camp leads through the Mardi ridge providing the majestic views of Mardi Himal and Machhapuchhre. After climbing through the Rhododendron timberlands for 1.5 hours we will arrive at the Middle Camp. The tree lines begin getting slighter and the zone generally comprises of bushes with confined rhododendron bushes along the trail. If you are lucky enough, we may even see the “Daphne” (national bird of Nepal) on our approach to high camp.
We take a different route in the high camp that takes us to Side instead of going back down to Mardi Himal. The different route lets us experience something different and makes our trek exciting. Siding offers a quiet stay for trekkers as it is tucked away from the busier trails. Overnight in Siding village.
After an early breakfast, we walk towards Lumre finally reaching the road from where we begin our drive to Pokhara. After reaching the city, we continue our drive to its domestic airport and fly back to Kathmandu. Someone from Mount Adventure Holidays will pick us from the airport and drop us off at our hotel. We take a rest and freshen up. In the evening, there will be a farewell dinner to celebrate the successful completion of our Mardi Himal Trek. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Our friendly representative will drop you off at the airport. We are sure that you will be inspired to visit Nepal again after this trek. We hope that you choose us to plan your next trip to Nepal.
YES, you can obtain the visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu (Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 15 days can be obtained by paying USD 30 or equivalent foreign currency. Similarly, Tourist Visa with Multiple Entries for 30 days and 90 days can be obtained by paying USD 50 and 125 respectively. Please bring 2 copies of passport size photos.)
Please bring a copy of your travel insurance, a copy of your passport, and 3 photos (passport size) with you for your trip to Nepal. You would need photos for permits.
This trip is suitable for average people who are moderately fit, thus no previous experience is required. Some physical fitness programs such as running, swimming, hiking is recommended before you embark on your journey. The best preparation for this trek is bushwalking involving relatively steep ascents and descents. If you can manage a couple of valley floor to ridgeline ascents per comfortable and able to enjoy the trek to the fullest. They are physically strong, sharp-witted, and have an incredibly positive attitude towards a life that we would consider extremely tough. There is something about a trek in the Himalaya that draws you back time and time again. For keen walkers, it is a paradise and even avowed non-walkers find that one foot just seems to follow the other, drawn by the appeal of what lies beyond.
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