Mardi Himal Trekking

Overview

Mardi Himal Trekking, takes you around the southern hills of massive Annapurna Himalaya, away from main trails and villages. In the hidden region of Mardi Himal, early pioneers, explorers discovered this scenic land and named as the ‘Other Sanctuary’. A mere aerial distance from Annapurna Sanctuary is separated by a high rocky cliff edge and deep gorge of Modi River.

Mardi Himal Trekking region was almost forgotten only a few groups of trekkers seldom ventured, but at present getting more attention. Due to its serene location and off the beaten tracks, following a high scenic ridge to Mardi Himal base camp. Where walk follows a quiet tranquil path into deep coniferous forest of tall rhododendron and pine trees. In spring the forest is bright, lively when wildflowers are in seasonal bloom, especially rhododendron the national flower of Nepal.

An enjoyable trek around isolated corners of a few days away from the main villages and yet close to the snow line. Where you will be standing right beneath the towering South Face of Machhapuchare Himal, the famous Fish Tail peak.

Epic Adventurers to Mardi Himal Trekking starts from the beautiful city Pokhara located on a valley surrounded by rolling green hills. A city blessed with the natural beauty of the snow mountain range of Annapurna Himalaya and beautiful lakes.

A short drive to starting point of the adventure, as the walk takes you past nice villages and farmland. As route follows uphill into the forest towards a scenic plateau and a grazing field with many good lodges. This lovely spot called Australian Camp or Thulo Kharka offers a grand panorama of the Annapurna and Manaslu Himalaya range.

The adventure continues to Potana a small settlement amidst forest surroundings facing excellent views of Annapurna and Machhapuchare Himal.

From here walk follows uphill and then our route diverts from the main trail and the last village of Deurali. Then heading towards Mardi Himal base camp, as walk head through dense forest climbing towards the higher ground at High Camp.

At High Camp spending an extra day for a hike to Mardi Himal base camp, close to the majestic peak of Machhapuchare. Mardi Himal is a trekking peak at 5,587 m / 18,330 feet, separated from a southwest col of Machhapuchare Himal.

After a great moment standing on the highest spot 4,500 m / 14,850 feet at Mardi Himal base. Facing an incredible panorama of Snow Mountains of Annapurna Himalaya with closest views of Mt. Machhapuchare, the famous Fish-Tail peak.

On achieving our main highlight and reaching the final destination Mardi Himal base, return journey downhill into the forest. Finally, the walk ends on the foothill of Annapurna and Mardi Himal around farm village, and then a short drive to Pokhara.

Where our memorable adventure of great experience on Mardi Himal Trekking completes, before heading back to Kathmandu.

Extension program:

Join in for exciting thrill River Rafting for a day and then continue to Chitwan National Park for Jungle Safari. Full package of 3 / 4 days.

Trip Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

On first arrival in Kathmandu and Nepal international airport, received by our Epic Adventures staff and guide for short transfer to your hotel in the hub of Kathmandu. After a short refreshing rest in your room then join with other group members for trek briefing, our expert guide will provides full information regarding the trek, culture, tour of Kathmandu at places of interest.

Evening a welcome dinner in a typical Nepalese restaurants with local folk cultural program entertains, while you have dinner.

Day 2 : Tour of Kathmandu UNESCO heritage sites of great interest.

A day in Kathmandu for trek preparation and tour at places of great interest around best historical and cultural places. Our city tour guide will take you to famous areas listed in World Heritage Sites and then back to hotel after a wonderful time at sightseeing tour with time for preparation for next day trek to Mardi Himal.

Day 3 : Fly or drive to Pokhara 860 m -06 hrs. (30 mins by air).

Morning as per size of a group a drive either in a car, coach or in regular tourist bus, ride takes you on Kathmandu-Pokhara highway. An interesting drive where one can witness lively scenery of Nepal beautiful landscapes with farm villages and towns. As drive continues views of distant snow mountain range and then finally reach Pokhara. A scenic city in the shadow of Annapurna and Manaslu Himalaya with majestic Machhapuchare Himal the famous Fish Tail Peak.

On arrival at Pokhara, check in a nice hotel for overnight stop located near the Phewa Lake side with time for leisure stroll around lined with fancy shops, stores, restaurants and many nice hotels.

(Option for flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara takes 30 minutes by air with sweeping panorama of Central and Western Himalaya range)

Day 4 : Drive to Kande 1770 m, trek to Pritam Deurali ,2,100 m - 04 hrs.

Moring a short drive takes you further west to reach Kande a small farm village on the main highway of Pokhara and Baglung. Drive continues on winding uphill to Kande village, from here an hour climb to Australian Camp / Thulo Kharka offers stunning panorama of Dhaulagiri-Annapurna-Manaslu with majestic Machhapuchare Himal 'Fish Tail'.

From here downhill and up to Potana village for first overnight stop with views of Annapurna Himalaya.

Day 5 : Trek to Forest camp 2600 m via Deurali 2,100 m - 05 hrs.

Morning from Deurali village facing majestic views of Annapurna South peak and Machhapuchare Himal, which offers grand panorama of Annapurna range of peaks with Mt. Dhaulagiri in the west. After a refreshing stop, walk diverts from the main trail heading into serene forested area facing Annapurna-I, Annapurna South, Huin-Chuli, with Annapurna IV and A- II. As walk leads around isolated area to Kokar, also called as Forest Camp for overnight stop, amidst of forest surrounding in the comfort of nice and simple local lodge.

Day 6 : Trek from Forest camp to Low Camp 3035 m - 05 hrs.

From Forest camp, morning begins with climb into dense tree lines of rhododendron and pines reaching nice clearing around summer pasture field where Low Camp situated, our overnight stop with few simple lodges facing grand views of surrounding scenery of hills and snow-mountains.

Day 7 : Trek to High camp 3, 700 m - 05 hrs.

After a pleasant overnight at Low Camp, today’s walk takes you to High Camp before Mardi Himal. Starts with climb to a high ridge, as walk continues slowly tree lines drops for short bush and vegetation gets sparse on reaching High Camp. The highest overnight stop of the adventure, as air gets much cooler along with gain in altitude. Here at High Camp with few small lodge for overnight accommodation of basic food menu, offers commanding views of Annapurna Himalaya.

Day 8 : Trek to Mardi Himal base camp at 4,500 m. and back to low camp 3035 m

At High Camp for long hike to and from Mardi base camp and back to High Camp morning with pack lunch. Morning after good breakfast climb towards high ridge on an exposed open area facing breathtaking views of Annapurna Himalaya range. As walk heads closer to Mardi Himal base camp at the height of 4,500 meters with magnificent close views of Mardi Himal rocky peaks with towering Machhapuchare Himal the famous Fish Tail. A peak with twin tops appears a shape of a fish-tail, the virgin unclimbed peaks of Himalaya.

Enjoy the dramatic scenery of rolling green hills and of high snow peaks that encircles the Mardi Himal base. From here back to Low Camp for last overnight around the higher ridge of Mardi Himal area.

Day 9 : Trek to Siding village 1,750 m-04 hrs and back to pokhara

Last day around the high hills, as morning walk heads to long descend through dens woodland, with few short ups and gradual section to encounter. As downhill continues till you reach at the bottom of a hill around farm country via sidding drive.

From Siding after a pleasant enjoyable stay, last day with short walk to catch a vehicle for few hour interesting drive to Pokhara, on arrival by the Phewa Lake side check into your hotel rooms. Afternoon free for individual activities around this beautiful location, one can join for Para Gliding, time permitting or take a peaceful boat ride on Phewa Lake.

Day 10 : Fly or drive to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Morning after a good breakfast an overland on the same scenic highway, where drive takes you past farm country, villages and towns as journey continues on leaving the Trisuli River behind where drive takes you on winding up to reach the suburb of Kathmandu valley. Enjoy the last hour drive as you enter into hustle and bustle city life of Kathmandu, afternoon free at leisure for individual activities.

(Options by air 30 minutes flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu)

Day 11 : International departure for homeward bound.

Last day in Kathmandu and in Nepal, as per your international flight time our staff and guide will accompany you for a short drive to international airport for final departure, after a memorable experience on Mardi Himal Trekking around Nepal the land of Himalayan wonders.

Trip code
Package name	Mardi Himal Trekking
Duration	11
Max. elevation	4500 m
Level	Moderate
Transportation	All ground transportation and domestic flight as per itinerary
Accomodation	???Hotel in Kathmandu and Lodge / Tea house during the trek
Starts at	Kathmandu
Ends at	Kathmandu
Trip route	Kathmandu - Pokhara - kande - Forest Camp - Low Camp - High Camp - Mardi Base Camp
Cost	USD 775 per person