Mardi Himal Trek
- Duration
- 10 days
- Max altitude
- 4,250 m
- Difficulty
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Moderate
Difficulty scale
- Easy Short walking days on good trails below about 3,000 m. Suitable for anyone in ordinary health, including families.
- Moderate 5 to 6 hours a day with some steep sections, reaching up to about 4,000 m. A reasonable level of fitness and a few weeks of preparation walking recommended.
- Strenuous 6 to 8 hours a day, high passes or altitudes above 5,000 m, and remote stretches. Good fitness, prior trekking experience and proper acclimatisation days are essential.
- Very strenuous Long days, multiple high passes or technical sections, sustained time above 5,000 m. For experienced, well-conditioned trekkers only.
- Best season
- Autumn (Sep–Nov) · Monsoon (Jun–Aug) · Spring (Mar–May) · Winter (Dec–Feb)
- Group
- Private
- From
- $810.00
Overview
A short ridge walk above the Modi Khola with Machhapuchhre, the fishtail, directly overhead. Only opened as a lodge route in recent years, so it stays quieter than the Annapurna classics and needs no long approach.
Every departure is private and led by a government-licensed Nepali guide, so the plan flexes to your party and to the mountain. Permits, park fees and local taxes are inside the price you see.
Trip highlights
- Machhapuchhre from close range
- Rhododendron forest and a high open ridge
- Short enough for a first Himalayan trek
- Quieter than Poon Hill or Base Camp
Day by day
The itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival at Kathmandu (1,400 m/4,593 ft) and transfer to hotel 1,400 m Hotel
Our airport representative will be receiving you at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. S/he will be displaying a signboard outside the airport terminal. You will then be received and transferred to your respective
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Day 2: Drive to Pokhara (900 m/2,953 ft) by tourist bus – 7 to 8 Hours 900 m 7-8 hrs Hotel
An early morning drive on a tourist bus takes you to Pokhara, the city of lakes. Pokhara is at a distance of 200 km from Kathmandu. It takes almost 7-8 hours to reach Pokhara.
The drive will give you an opportunity to catch a glimpse of beautiful scenery, changing landscape, raging Trishuli, Marshyangdi Rivers, small towns, villages and much more en route. After reaching Pokhara, you will be
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Day 3: Drive to Kande (1,770 m/5,807 ft)– 2 to 3 hour. Trek to Australian Base Camp (2,060 m/6,759 ft) – 3 to 4 hours 2,060 m 2-3 hrs Teahouse
After breakfast we head out for Kande on tourist vehicle. The drive to Kande, the starting point of the trek, is about one and half hour duration. Upon reaching there, we begin our trek on the beautiful trail and climb
upwards to the Australian Base Camp for about 3 hours.Australian Base Camp is a beautiful village, from where you can see an unobstructed view of Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, Nilgiri, Himchuli, Manaslu and associated peaks.
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Day 4: Trek to Forest Camp (2,600 m/8,530 ft) – 6 to 7 hours 2,600 m 6-7 hrs Teahouse
After taking breakfast in the morning, we head out to Forest Camp that will take about 6 to 7 hours of long walk. The trail is slightly downhill from Base Camp to Pothana (1950 m) and again ascends to Deurali (2,100 m).
At Deurali there is a signboard pointing towards right saying “Forest Camp”. We follow that path to reach our next destination. The trail enters a quiet jungle of oak trees, maples, rhododendrons etc.
After hiking for few more hours under the shades of trees, and chirping of birds, we will reach Forest Camp where we spend our night there.
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Day 5: Trek to High Camp (3,550 m/11,647 ft) – 6 to 7 hours 3,550 m 6-7 hrs Teahouse
The exciting walk to High Camp is one of the scenic walk throughout the trek. After early breakfast, we head on to the trekking trails. We walk under the shades of Rhododendron forest until we reach Badal danda and then the trail continues on the grassy ridges.
The trail gradually ascends throughout the hike to the High Camp. We walk above the line of hills and the temperature reduces along the path. After walking for almost 6 to 7 hours, we finally reach Mardi High Camp.
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Day 6: Trek to Upper View Point (4,250 m/13,944 ft) – 2 to 3 hours/Base Camp (4,120 m/13,517 ft) – 4 to 5 hours. Trek back to Low Camp (3,050 m/10,007 ft) – 6 to 7 hours 4,250 m 2-3 hrs Teahouse
Today we wake up early in the morning and walk for few hours to reach the Upper view point or Mardi Himal Base Camp. The view of the Annapurna Sanctuary can be clearly seen.
The panoramic views of South face of Mt. Annpaurna, Himchuli and Machhapuchhre (Mt Fishtail) is truly rewarding. It’s time to experience the accomplishment of our journey to Mardi Himal base Camp.
After spending few hours here, we return back to the High Camp for breakfast. After having lunch and resting for some time at High camp, we walk down for 2 hours and reach Low Camp (3,050 m/10,007 ft).
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Day 7: Trek to Landruk (1,565 m/5,135 ft) – 6 to 7 hours 1,565 m 6-7 hrs Teahouse
We start our day with a descent down the trail to Landruk village via Forest Camp added with the drastic change in elevation.
After walking for around six hours we will reach Landruk. This traditionally rich Gurung village offers friendly and courtesy hospitality.
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Day 8: Trek to Syauli Bazaar (1,220 m/4,003 ft) – 3 to 4 hours, Drive to Pokhara (900 m/2,953 ft) – 2 to 3 hours 1,220 m 3-4 hrs Hotel
Today is the last day of trekking. We start our day with a leisurely walk down to Kyumi. The trail further continues towards Syauli Bazaar where we will take our drive back to Pokhara in tourist vehicle.
Upon reaching Pokhara, we celebrate the successful trek to the Mardi Himal.
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Day 9: Drive back to Kathmandu by tourist bus and farewell dinner in the evening – 7 to 8 hours 7-8 hrs Hotel
We head out for Kathmandu in a tourist bus. The journey will be about 7 hours. Upon arrival at Kathmandu, our representative will meet and transfer you back to the hotel.
In the evening, we host a farewell dinner in a fine restaurant. (Your guide(s) and an office staff will accompany you). -
Day 10: Transfer to the International Airport for your Final Flight Departure
Our 10 day Madi Himal Trek finally ends today. Our Airport Representative will drop you off to the Kathmandu International Airport for your flight departure from Nepal. Good bye and have a safe journey.
Altitude profile
The climb, day by day
Comfort tiers
Choose your level of comfort
| Amenity | Standardfrom $970.00 | Comfortfrom $1,144.60 | Luxuryfrom $1,406.50 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kathmandu hotel | 3★ | 4★ | 5★ |
| Trail accommodation | Standard teahouse | Best lodge in each village | Premium lodge where the route has one |
| Porter support | Shared porter | Private porter, lighter load | Extra porter, carry almost nothing |
| Transfers | Shared | Private | Private, throughout |
What's included
Included
- Included: Twin-sharing/double accommodation in a 3-star hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara for 2 nights each including breakfast (Private room accommodation can be organized at an extra cost)
- Included: Twin-sharing or dormitory guesthouse accommodation during the trek for 5 nights
- Included: All your standard meals during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) including seasonal fruits
- Included: A farewell dinner on the last night in Nepal
- Included: Purified drinking water during the trek using water filter or water purification tablets.
- Included: All (international and domestic) airport transfers on a tourist vehicle
- Included: Tourist bus between Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Included: Private tourist vehicle from Pokhara to Kande and from Syauli Bazaar to Pokhara
- Included: Annapurna Conservation Area Permit
- Included: Experienced, wilderness first-aid trained, government licensed, English speaking, locally recruited trekking guide (2 guides for group size more than 7 people).
- Included: Porters during the trek for carrying luggage (1 porter for every 2 clients)
- Included: Wages, accommodation, meals, gear, insurance, and medications for all staff
- Included: 1 duffel/kit bag, trekking map, sun hat, Buff (Neck Gaiter)
- Included: A comprehensive first aid kit, including an Oximeter to check pulse and oxygen levels daily in the mountains
- Included: Trip completion certificate
- Included: All administrative expenses and government taxes
Not included
- Not included: Meals (lunch and dinner) in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- Not included: International flight fare and airport departure tax
- Not included: Any beverages including bottled and boiled water
- Not included: Travel insurance along with high-altitude emergency evacuation coverage
- Not included: Tips to trekking staff and driver
- Not included: Nepal Entry Visa (Visa can be acquired easily after your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu with a fee of USD 30 for 15 days visa, USD 50 for 30 days visa and USD 125 for 90 days visa)
- Not included: Personal Trekking gear and equipment
- Not included: Any expenses other than the Price Include section
Your team
Led by a licensed guide
Every route is led by a government-licensed guide from our team. Licences are on record with us before departure, and you'll meet your guide once your trip is confirmed.
Guide language(s): English, Nepali
Group-size pricing
Walk together, pay less
Every trip is private, so the guide, permits and transfers cost the same however many walk. Sharing them is why the per-person price falls: arithmetic, not a sale.
| Group size | per person | You save each |
|---|---|---|
| 1 trekker | $970.00 | base rate |
| 2 to 3 trekkers | $810.00 | $160.00 |
| 4 to 6 trekkers | $760.00 | $210.00 |
| 7 or more | $715.00 | $255.00 |
Per person, including permits, park fees and taxes. Nothing is added at checkout.
Weather
What to expect, month by month
- Autumn (Sep–Nov)The most reliable trekking season: clear air, stable weather and cold nights, right after the monsoon clears.
- Monsoon (Jun–Aug)Wet and cloudy on most routes, though Mustang and Dolpo sit in the rain shadow behind the main range and stay walkable.
- Spring (Mar–May)Warmer than autumn, with rhododendron forests in flower and slightly hazier mountain views as the season goes on.
- Winter (Dec–Feb)Cold and quiet, with the clearest skies of the year at lower altitude. High passes and very high routes are best avoided.
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