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Mardi Himal Trekking

9 Days Annapurna Region Trekking
Trip At Glance
  • Group Size2-15 Persons
  • Max Elevation4,500 Meters
  • GradeModerate with Ups and Downhill walks
  • DestinationNepal
  • TransportationBus/Jeep
  • AccommodationTea House/Lodge
  • CostContact Us
  • Trip Length9 Days
  • Best MonthMarch to May & September to November
  • WIFIAvailable
  • RegionAnnapurna Region
  • Trip ModeTea House Trek
  • MealB/L/D
  • Trekking StyleTea House Trek
Trip Overview

‘adventure on high ridges of Annapurna Mountains and Mardi Himal with grand scenery’

Mardi Himal trekking, unknown to many wide-world trekkers and adventurer as this area located in the hidden corners of Annapurna Himalaya beneath towering Machapuchare Himal famously known as Fish Tail peaks due to its twin summit top, an unclimbed and virgin mountain of whole Himalaya region.

Mardi Himal trekking was first explored by Col Jimmy Roberts finding the route of Machapuchare Himal for British Expedition in early 1960’s, it was christened as other sanctuary (where the first is within Annapurna Himalaya).

Slowly this areas getting popular due to its pristine wilderness of mountains and serene environment well hidden from the main stream trekking trails of Annapurna areas, in early days it was a place for cattle herders with large grazing meadows and summer pastures.

At present many lodges has been established catering the needs of visitors and trekkers in this beautiful surrounding, where only few trekkers ventures in this remote and wild areas of Mardi Himal.

Starting our wonderful journey, taking a short drive from scenic Pokhara valley to high hills covered within enchanting woodland of tall rhododendron (national flower of Nepal), magnolia, oaks, pines and fir tree lines.

As walk progress entering into nice villages of Gurung people a hill tribe of Annapurna region with immense age-old Buddhist culture and custom, and then leaving human settlement into complete wilderness of mountain scenery at Mardi Himal high camp and its base camp.

With magnificent time on Mardi Himal and walking on high scenic ridges our journey completes walking back to road head with short drive to picturesque Pokhara after a great wonderful experience on Mardi Himal Trekking.

Trip at a Glance

Trip Mode: Hotel and Lodge (Tea-House) on treks.

Trekking Grade: Moderate with Ups and Downhill walks

Trekking Region: Annapurna Himalaya around Mid West Nepal

People & Culture: Mostly Gurung ethnic tribes of Hindu and Buddhism religion with interesting old traditional life with colorful cultures. Lower areas mixed Hindu / Buddhist people of varied customs.

Highest Elevation: At Mardi Himal base camp above 4,500 m high.

Trekking Duration: 6 Nights & 7 Days (Pokhara to Pokhara).

Hours of Walks: From minimum 04 hrs to maximum 06 hrs.

Total Trip: 10 Nights & 11 Days (Kathmandu to Kathmandu)

Seasons: Nearly all seasons except monsoon times of July to August wet months. March to May flowering time on hills October to January with clear blue sky (cold morning and night time with chances of snow)

HIGHLIGHTS
  • Trekking from low warm areas to cooler alpine scenic green hills enriched with serene forest
  • Explore Gurung traditional villages of immense Buddhist culture with age-old heritage
  • Enchanting pristine forest filled with tall rhododendron-magnolia-pines-oaks and fir tree lines
  • Stunning panorama views of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna and Manaslu mountain range with Mardi Himal
  • Ever present views of Annapurna Himalaya with Machapuchare Himal (fish tail) on treks
Detailed Itinerary
Day 01: On arrival in Kathmandu meet our staff for transfer to hotel

On arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuwan International Airport received by our staff and guide with warm welcome and greetings and then transfer to your hotels in the heart of Kathmandu city. After checking into your rooms getting refreshed from Jet-Lag, a quiet environment after getting refreshed join at main hall or in lobby where our guide will provide briefing on treks-hotels with necessary information. Evening includes group dinner in a typical Nepali restaurant with folk culture program with various dances of Nepal while having your authentic Nepalese dinner with local entertainment.

 

Meals
Dinner
 Accomodation
Tea House/Hotel
 Altitude
1336
Day 02: Drive / Fly to Pokhara 860m (220 k.m distance) of 06 hrs journey (30 min by air

Morning after breakfast transfer for the drive to scenic Pokhara, leading you on Nepal’s main busy Highway with exciting views of distant peaks and green landscapes, as drive leads past many farm villages and towns to reach at Pokhara after 5-6 hrs of interesting overland journey. Pokhara, blessed with natural beauty located on the laps of massive Annapurna Himalaya includes majestic Machapuchare Himal ‘Fish Tail’, due to its twin summits, a virgin unclimbed peaks of Himalaya. Besides mountains and rolling green hills treasures calm lakes of Phewa and Begnas where most of the good hotels and international standard restaurants located by the Phewa Lake. (For flying options to Pokhara 30 minutes of short scenic flights from Kathmandu

 

Meals
Breakfast
 Accomodation
Hotel
 Altitude
820
Day 03: Drive to Kande (trek point) and trek to Pirtam Deurali 2142 m - 03 hrs.

Morning after a hearty breakfast, depart from the hotel for 1 hour scenic and interesting drive to high hills of Annapurna Himalaya to reach at large Gurung village at Kande, offer sweeping panorama of Annapurna-Manaslu-Lamjung with majestic Machapuchare Himal ‘Fish Tail’, from here end of the drive where walks starts on ridges into serene forest with slow climb uphill to reach at Potana a moderate size village in the midst of forest with super views of Annapurna peaks. then continue trek to Pirtam Deurali 2142 M,

 

Meals
B/L/D
 Accomodation
Tea House/Lodge
 Altitude
2142
Day 04: Trek to Low Camp 3050 Via Forest Camp - 06 hrs

After a pleasant overnight stop at Pirtam Deurali village with fantastic views, walk begins on the main trekking trail reaching at Forest Camp with super views of landscapes and snow-clad peaks. After Forest Camp heading north along the ridgeline into serene forested area with cool temperature with panorama of Annapurna I and South with Huinchuli to the east Annapurna IV -II and Lamjung Himal and then reaching our overnight stop in the Low Camp where few lodges are located for trekkers

 

Meals
B/L/D
 Accomodation
Tea House/Lodge
 Altitude
3050
Day 05: Trek to High camp 3, 700 m - 05 hrs.

This wonderful area offering grand vista of beautiful landscapes and snow-clad peaks in perfect tranquility heading higher to reach at High Camp as the air gets thinner and cooler with steep climb to reach at High Camp where tree lines fades to short rhododendron and juniper bushes. Here at High Camp with a lonely lodge for overnight accommodation with basic facilities commanding super views of Annapurna Himalaya.

 

Meals
B/L/D
 Accomodation
Tea House/Lodge
 Altitude
3600
Day 06: Badal Danda 3250 M, Early in the morning Explore from High Camp to Mardi West Base Camp 4,500m

Early in the morning explore hike to Mardi Himal higher ridge reaching the highest point of this trek at 4,500 meters. Walk leads to steep climb on a ridgeline to a hidden plateau at base of Mardi Himal South Face with towering Mt. Machapuchare; this area named as 'Other Sanctuary' by pioneer Col. Jimmy Roberts, when he first explored this area in early 1970's. After enjoying views of mountain panorama return back on same route  at High Camp. After Lunch continue down hill to Badal Danda for overnight, 

 

Meals
B/L/D
 Accomodation
Tea House/Lodge
 Altitude
3250
Day 07: Trek to Siding village then drive back to Pokhara 06 hrs

After a fabulous time on the high ridges of Mardi Himal with beautiful views and back into forest of rhododendron and pines trees, retracing the journey back on same trail at Jungle Camp and beyond with more downhill walk to reach at Siding village then drive back to Pokhara,

 

Meals
Breakfast
 Accomodation
Hotel
 Altitude
820
Day 8: Drive to Kathmandu and then transfer to your hotels.

Morning transfer into a vehicles either by car-coach or in tourist bus (as per the size of the group), for overland journey back to Kathmandu with scenic views of mountains, green scenery of hills and farm fields within nice villages and towns as drive brings you back at hustle and bustle city life of Kathmandu. On reaching Kathmandu transfer to your respective hotels with time for individual activities and shopping souvenirs. 

 

Meals
Breakfast
 Accomodation
Hotel
 Altitude
1350
Day 9: Depart for international flight home ward bound or to respective countries

Last day in the country of high beautiful Himalayas as per your international flight transfer to Kathmandu international airport for homeward bound or to next port of call after a wonderful and mesmerizing time on Mardi Himal trekking with great service of Tramping Himalaya Adventures

Meals
Breakfast
Cost Included
  • Airport Pick up & Drop with private transport ( International & Domestic )
  • Hotel in Kathmandu 2 Nights  3-star standard with B/B  Twin Sharing Basis 
  • Hotel in Pokhara 2 Nights 3 Star Standard B/B
  • Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu Bus Tickets 
  • Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu BusTickets for Guide 
  • Pokhara to Kande Taxi/Hiece/Bus ( Depends on the group size )
  • Siding to Pokhara Jeep Sharing 
  • Teahouse accommodation during the trek ( Twin Sharing Basis )
  • Meals, Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner during the trek 
  • Well English Speaking of government license holder guide 
  • Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
  • Guide/Assistant guides and Porters their salary, Insurance, Equipment, and lodging & fooding
  • Tramping Himalaya Adventures Duffel bag & T-shirt
  • All the necessary paperwork, Trekking/permits
  • Carried by your guide Medical Kit
  • All government taxes
  • Down Jacket If you need it ( To be returned after the trip )
  • Oxi-meter to check the pulse, Oxygen saturation, and heart rate
  • Unlimited chlorine-treated safe drinking water
Cost Excluded
  • Nepalese visa fee ( Bring the right cash in USD and 2 passport-size photographs ) 
  • 15 Days USD 30, 30 Days USD 50, 90 Days USD 125, 
  • Airfare International
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu in case  of early arrival, late departure, or early return from the mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
  • Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara (and also in case of early return from the mountain than the scheduled itinerary)
  • Travel and rescue insurance
  • Personal expenses (phone calls, internet, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, internet, etc.)
  • Optional trips and sightseeing if extended
  • Expenses arising from unforeseen circumstances beyond the control of  Tramping Himalaya Adventures 
  • Tips and gratuities
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