Mardi Himal Trek
The Mardi Himal Trek is one of Nepal’s top short treks. Mardi Himal Trek is likely the greatest method to experience the true splendor of the Annapuran hiking region. The key features of the Mardi Himal trip include the small, picturesque villages along the route, the awe-inspiring landscape and natural beauty, the welcoming residents and their distinct culture, the magnificent vistas, and the breathtaking views of snow-capped mountain peaks. The Mardi Himal trip is short and straightforward, although it takes you to an altitude of 4,500 meters. The most notable features of the Mardi Himal trip are the breathtaking views of Mt. Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Manaslu, and Mardi Himal. Other features of the Mardi Himal Trek include the lush forests, green hills, rough landscapes, and the gorgeous woodlands of Rhododendron, magnolia, pine, and oak along the routes.
This hike is quite suitable for hikers of all ages. If you are considering a family journey of less than a week in Nepal, we highly recommend this trek. If you are traveling to Nepal for around two weeks and wish to experience everything, you can combine this trek with other activities such as the Jungle Safari, rafting, etc. As stated previously, the Mardi Himal Trekking is one of our most popular itineraries, as it provides the opportunity to enjoy the greatest and true splendor of the Annapurna region in just 5 or 6 days.
In conclusion, the Mardi Himal trek is a short trek in the Annapurna region of Nepal, during which we spend the night in local tea houses (lodges), try local food prepared by locals, appreciate the excellent hills and mountain scenery, and marvel at the panoramic views of the massive Himalayan mountains, including Annapurna, Machhapuchre, Hiunchuli, and Mardi Himal.
Mardi Himal Trek Highlights
The Mardi Himal Trek is a relatively short and less crowded trekking route in the Annapurna region of Nepal. Despite its lower altitude compared to other treks, it offers stunning views, diverse landscapes, and a peaceful experience.
Here are some of the highlights
Panoramic Mountain Views: The trek provides breathtaking panoramic views of some of the world’s highest peaks, including Annapurna I (8,091 meters), Machapuchare (6,993 meters), and Hiunchuli (6,441 meters). The sunrise and sunset views over these peaks are truly captivating.
Off-the-Beaten-Path: This trek is less crowded compared to popular trekking routes like the Annapurna Circuit or Everest Base Camp. This allows for a more tranquil and serene trekking experience.
Diverse Landscapes: The trail takes you through a variety of landscapes, from lush forests of rhododendron, oak, and maple trees to alpine meadows and rocky terrain as you gain altitude.
Mardi Himal Base Camp: The trek culminates at the Mardi Himal Base Camp, where you’ll be rewarded with stunning close-up views of Mardi Himal and the Annapurna range. This peaceful and less visited base camp offers a sense of solitude.
Cultural Encounters: Along the route, you’ll encounter local villages with diverse ethnic communities, including Gurungs and Magars. This offers opportunities to learn about their culture, traditions, and way of life.
Moderate Difficulty: This trek is considered moderately challenging, suitable for trekkers with a reasonable level of fitness and some trekking experience.
Close to Pokhara: The trek starts and ends near the city of Pokhara, a popular tourist destination. This makes it convenient to access and explore both before and after your trek.
Short Duration: The Mardi Himal Trek can be completed in about 5 to 7 days, making it a great option for trekkers with limited time.
The Best time for Mardi Himal Trek
The best time to undertake the Mardi Himal Trek is during the pre-monsoon spring season (March to May) and the post-monsoon autumn season (September to November). These months offer the most favorable weather and trekking conditions for a successful and enjoyable trek. Both spring and autumn offer excellent trekking conditions, and your choice between the two depends on your preferences. Spring is known for its vibrant flora, lush landscapes, and blooming flowers, while autumn provides clear skies, pleasant temperatures, and excellent photography opportunities. The Mardi Himal Trek is relatively short and can be completed in about 5 to 7 days, making it a great option for trekkers with limited time.
When you arrive at Tibhuvan International Airport, our guide will pick you up and take you to your hotel in the bustling Thamel district of Kathmandu. Depending on your arrival time, you can choose to relax for the next journey, see the city’s attractions, or shop for adventure gear in one of Kathmandu’s many adventure supply stores. We’ll assemble our bikes and be ready for the journey in the afternoon.
After breakfast drive for Pokhara, takes about 6 hours by road. The beautiful scenery will make our drive interesting. Arrive in Pokhara, hotel check-in and then you will be free for your own activities. Evening, you will be taken for an hour boating trip on the Nepal’s Largest Fewa Lake.
The first day of our Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek has arrived. The day will begin with a trip to Hyangja, from whence we will embark on a trail to Dhampus, where we will spend our first night in the mountains. On a pleasant trail, we ascend the ridge above the Yangri Khola valley and hike through the crops and huts of the locals, which offers excellent hiking opportunities. From Dhampus, the view of the Annapurna Himalayan Range is really stunning.
Early in the morning, the rising sun reveals breathtaking views of snow-capped mountains. Numerous peaks, including Annapurna I, Machhapuchre (Fish Tail), Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli, are visible at daybreak. On a relatively less traveled route, we then depart for Forest Camp, leaving the mob behind. The trail is one of the recently discovered hiking routes in the Himalayas of Nepal that is still able to avoid the crowds of tourists. We journey through a forest of Rhododendron, maple, mountain oak, and daphnia that captivates us.
We shall resume our hike towards Badal Danda after breakfast. After lunch at Low Camp, the vegetation will change as we climb higher, and mosses and lichen will replace rhododendron forests on the trail today. The view of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli is nothing short of breathtaking. In the afternoon, we will arrive at Low Camp, where we will spend the night.
We awaken to an amazing vista of Fishtail Mountain, Annapurna South, and Hiuchuli. Today is a short day and an acclimatization day. After breakfast, we start our ascent to High Camp. We shall take it easy today as we will be at a greater altitude. High camp will be reached for lunch. You can tour the top camp after lunch and witness a magnificent sunset.
Today is the culmination of the journey. We will rise early to watch the sunrise above the Himalayas, where the first rays of the light transform the snow into gold. We will walk up to Mardi Himal Base Camp after breakfast. The trail is predominantly grass-covered with some steep sections. On the road to Base Camp, we will pass a number of herders’ flocks, as during the summer sheep and goats are brought up from lower communities to graze. We will get a panoramic view of the Annapurna Himalaya range, including the south face of the great Annapurna, from base camp, which we will reach in two to three hours. After spending time at the Mardi Base Camp, return to the High Camp.
After witnessing and capturing the amazing view we will descend back to High Camp for our breakfast. After breakfast we will leave for Low Camp. We will trek on the same trail we used to go up. We will have lunch at Badal Danda and head towards Low Camp to spend the night.
The last day of our hiking trip is today. After breakfast in Low, we start hiking to Lumre through the village of Siding, where we’ll have lunch for the day. Up to Siding, the trail went mostly downhill through a dense forest. After lunch, we keep walking until we reach Lumre. From there, we drive to Pokhara.
After enjoying the natural and cultural beauty of Pokhara, we start driving to Kathmandu. We finally get to Kathmandu after about 6-7 hours. We can either take a break or go see the sights in the capital city.
Today we will take you to the airport to catch your flight out of Nepal. Alternatively, if you’d like to stay longer, we may make additional travel arrangements to assist you continue your Nepal experience.
- All necessary ground transfers.
- All necessary accommodations as per the itinerary.
- Tea House accommodations during the trek.
- Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner during the trekking.
- All necessary paper works.
- All necessary trekking permits.
- Experienced and First Aid-trained trekking guide.
- Strong, helpful porters.
- Comprehensive medical supplies.
- Trekking map.
- Insurance of all local team.
- Warm clothing and trekking gear for staff.
- Sleeping bag and trip duffle bag.
- Trekking certificate issued by us.
- Welcome and farewell dinner in Kathmandu.
- Nepal Visa fee.
- International flights.
- All meals not mentioned in inclusions.
- Personal expenses not stipulated.
- Optional add-ons.
- Gratuities.
Price Per person starting from
US$ 680 US$900
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