Trip Overview

	Trip Profile Mardi Himal Trek, Annapurna Region
	Type Trekking
	Span 11 Days
	Accomodation 3 star hotel in Kathmandu and tea house during the trek
	Meal Plan Breakfast in Kathmandu & Pokhara. Full board meals during trek.

Annapurna mardi himal trek at a glance

Mardi Himal, popularly known as the hidden gem of Nepal is a new route on Annapurna region opened for trekking in 2012. Since its new route, the trail to Mardi Himal is no lesser than off-beaten trekking destination.
Positioning itself on the east side of Annapurna, Mardi Himal involves walking along forested zones filled with Rhododendron flowers followed by rocky mountain territory. The Gorkha regiment officer, Colonel jimmy Roberts quoted Mardi Himal trek as "the other sanctuary" is a perfect trek for trekking enthusiasts out there. In a short period, you get to see Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Machhepuchhre, Gangapurna, Annapurna-I all at once. It’s a complete package for the trekkers who have limited stay in Nepal.

Highlights:
Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre, scenic villages, colourful rhododendron, oak forest, landscapes, organic lifestyles, the remote route

11 Day(s) Detailed Itinerary

Arrival on:Kathmandu, Nepal
Departure from: Kathmandu, Nepal

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Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu

Activities:

TIA to Kathmandu city, pickup
Kathmandu hotel check-in
Trek preparation & meet-up with guide
Collect all trekking permits & registration at one place
Local souvenir

Elevation: 1,400 metres
Meals Provided: Welcome dinner

Day 2: Drive to Pokhara

Activities:

Scenic drive through Prithvi highway
Stroll around beautiful Phewa Lake
Views of sacred Machapuchare and the Annapurna

Elevation:1,400 m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel In Pokhara

Day 3: Drive to Phedi and trek to Deurali (2100m)

Activities:

Drive to Phedi & begin the trek
Pass By Villages, stone steps & terraced fields
Hike till Deurali, a small village
Views of Annapurna South, Mardi Himal and Macchhapuchhare

Elevation: 2100m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse

Day 4: Deurali to Forest camp(2,520m)

Activities:

Pass through lush forest, rhododendron flowers
Walk along the flat trails till forest camp
Explore forest camp, capture photos on the board(Mardi Himal map board)

Elevation:2520m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse

Day 5: Forest Camp to Low camp

Activities:

Walk through dense forests
Mesmerizing view of Mt. Machhapuchhre (Mt. Fishtail)
A glimpse of locals staying at the camp

Elevation: 2970m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: teahouse

Day 6: Low camp to high camp

Activities:

Walk all day through forests
Hike uphill alongside a ridge towards Mardi Himal and Macchhapuchhre.
Spot snow leopard or danphe(national bird) if lucky
Navigate towards high camp

Elevation: 3540m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse

Day 7: Trek To Mardi Himal Base Camp & Trek Back To High Camp

Activities:

Trek to the upper viewpoint through steep & narrow trail
Revealing views of Mardi Himal (5587m), Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna south (7219m), Hiunchuli (6441m), Baraha Shikhar, Fishtail & more
Return to High Camp before night.

Elevation:4250m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Teahouse

Day 8: High camp to Sidhing Village

Activities:

Walk all the way down to the lowlands
Climb down to Low Camp
Pass through forests and farmlands
Stay overnight at quieter Sidhing village
Discover local culture & their hospitality

Elevation:1700m
Meals Provided: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Tea House

Day 9: Trek to Lumre, drive to Pokhara

Activities:

Trek all the way till lumre
Catch the road to Pokhara
Drive to Pokhara

Meals Provided: Breakfast, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel

Day 10: Drive back to Kathmandu

Drive back to Kathmandu

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Kathmandu

Day 11: Final Departure

Activities:

● Bid final goodbye to the team

● Airport Drop off

Meals: Breakfast

Inclusion

What's included?

A porter and his entire expenses.
Airport pickup and drop facility.
Breakfast,Lunch and dinner during the trek.
Down jackets and sleeping bags (provided upon request).
First aid medical kit
Fresh seasonal fruits after the dinner (while on the trek).
Full day guided city tour in Kathmandu (Day 2) by a private vehicle.
Insurance of guide and porter.
Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu travel in a deluxe bus.
Licensed, experienced and English speaking trekking guide.
Lodge expenses during the trek.
One porter for two people.
Stay in the city at finest hotel (3 nights twin sharing room at Kathmandu and 2 nights at Pokhara).
Upscale Adventures duffel bag, t-shirt, and trekking map.
Welcome and farewell dinner at one of the finest Nepalese Restaurant with traditional ethnic music and dance.

What's not included?

Cost for additional trips.
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu in case of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
Extra porter charge.
International airfare to and from Kathmandu
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
Meals in the city except for breakfast and other mentioned special dinner.
Nepal arrival visa.
Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)
Tipping to staffs (as an appreciation).
Travel insurance which covers emergency rescue and evacuation

Departures

The given cost are per person and exclude international flights. Given below are the departure dates available for online booking. If the given date is not favorable then please write us and we will happily customize your trip on dates more appropriate for you.