Fantastic Mardi Himal Trek is located just east of one of the most legendary trekking destination of Nepal, the Annapurna Base Camp trek. Mardi Himal trek is an unseen gem yet. Few trekkers make their way to the Mardi Himal Base Camp outstandingly positioned at the base of Mardi Himal and the Annapurna region´s most iconic mount Machapuchhre literally meaning "Fish tail". The trail goes along small winding paths, through enchanted rhododendron forests until you climb out of the forest at an elevation around 3,300 meter. The landscape changes quite abruptly into a rugged high mountain landscape, with amazing views of Mardi Himal, Machapuchre, Annapurna South and Hiunchuli.

From High Camp (3700m; some maps incorrectly mention 3900 m) you can climb up to Mardi Himal Base Camp in about 3-4 hours, which offers spectacular close up views of the entire Annapurna Range. There are simple guesthouses and homestays along the entire route. If you plan to do this trek in the winter months please check with a us Wilderness Excursion – Kathmandu based registered adventure trekking company operated by enthusiastic trekking pioneers.

When to trek? 

Mid Sept-October – November is Autumn Season: this is Nepal´s peak and best time to go trekking. March – May is the second best season of year to go trekking. December – January -February: the skies are clear but it can get very cold and there is a risk of passes being closed due to snow fall. 

May - June: This is Nepal´s hot pre-monsoon season and it can get very warm indeed. The valleys however are starting to bloom with flowers though green leaves come up, still a good time to trek. 

June - Mid September: this is Monsoon season and the least popular time to go trekking in Nepal. The risk of leeches, downpours increases greatly. Due to the early forested areas leeches at this time of year in Mardi Himal are quite active! Wear long trekking trousers tucked in at this time of year. And leech/mosquito repellent spray is recommended to carry with.

Getting there and away

Like most of the Annapurna treks except Annapurna Circuit, Mardi Himal Trek also starts and ends in Pokhara - second biggest city and naturally blessed place to relax after the big hikes in Annapurna. It is 200km to west from Kathmandu. All domestic airlines run several flights daily from Kathmandu which cost USD 110 - 125.00 per person. And about 7-8 hours drive by tourist bus (Cost USD 10 - 25). Local buses leave every one hour from Kathmandu till 3pm. Green Line Buses (USD 25.00 per person) and other tourist buses lives every morning at 7:00AM. A private car can be arranged if you ask. Wilderness Excursion can arrange and handles everything on your request.

Itinerary

Mardi Himal Trek Itinerary will be 5 to 7 days from/to Pokhara and 1 to 2 days transportation day from/to Kathmandu depending on time you have and level of your physical fitness. This trek can be combined with other related treks to Annapurna; many people combine this trek with Ghandruk trek, Panchase Trek, Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek etc. Our carefully designed 8 days itinerary is standard that suits to all average trekkers. Taking domestic flights to Pokhara from Kathmandu and start the trek on same day shortens the trip as flights save your time. We also offer tailor-made Mardi Himal Trek so please send us your detail and requirements.

How fit I should be?

This trek doesn´t require super fitness but however moderate level of fitness is necessary though there is no direct climbing involved. You will need to trek over some rocky section near high camp and base camp. Guide in Himalaya (Wilderness Excursion - our corporate sister agency) advises our clients going trekking to see a doctor before they go for a check-up and to talk about dealing with altitude sickness. For pure trekking along the Mardi Himal trek in Nepal you´ll need to consider the amount of days you´ll be out trekking to get an idea of how fit you should be. Most days include 4-7 hours of slow hiking. If you plan to do the trek in 4-5 days (which you can), 

How much does it cost?

Mardi Himal Trek cost depends on the mode of tour, accommodation and transportation. The price here we have offered is USD 399.00 per person inclusive is standard trek price on double occupancy basis for the year 2024. Single supplement charge USD 85.00 for solo clients. The price will be according to budget, standard and deluxe tour plan and group sizes. Taking flights to and from Pokhara saves your time and comfortable rather than taking tiring long bus ride though riding bus reduces the trip cost. Accommodation in Kathmandu will be extra or we leave you a choice to  book on your own. We can arrange your transfers to and from Pokhara and accommodation in Pokhara if you ask us. And there will be neat and clean simple trekking lodge accommodation on twin sharing basis during the trek. 

Threat and Risk

Participants should be aware trekking, mountaineering and travelling in a developing country are activities that involve a risk of personal injury or death. As a condition of booking you must accept these risks and be responsible for your own actions and involvement. Adventure travel requires an open and flexible attitude. You may experience extreme conditions, unpredictable weather and last minute changes to the itinerary beyond our control. The ability to work in team is an important aspect of all of our trips. However your Guide in Himalaya tries best to maximize your trip is great fun and lifetime experience. 

Itinerary

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Day 01:Drive to Phedi and trek to Deurali (2200m, about 3 to 4 hours trek)

After a nicely cooked hot breakfast; we drive some 40 minutes to Phedi and commence our trek there at the elevation of 1100 meters. 1.5 Hours climb up takes to beautiful village of Dhampus. The trail is going uphill at the beginning and then easy pleasant easy walk up to Pothana from there, and it is gradual walk up to Deurali (2200m) about 2 hours where you stay in a tea house lodge for the first night. It is an easy start for the first day.

Cost Includes:

  • A registered local trekking guide for 6 Days Mardi Himal Trek.
  • An assistant guide to take care of group if the group size is 10 or more people.
  • Meal (5 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches and 5 Dinners) during the trek.
  • Sharing twin/double bed room in tea house lodges during trek.
  • Your Mardi Himal Trek guide fee and all his/her expenses.
  • Pokhara – Kande transfers by private car / cab or van depending on group size.
  • Transfer to hotel in Pokhara after trek by local sharing jeep / cab.
  • Necessary insurance for your guide.
  • Trekking permission for Mardi Himal trek.
  • Applicable taxes and service charges.

Cost Excludes:

  • Airport shuttles, lodging and meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
  • Bar drinks, beverages such as coke, fanta, sprite and mineral water.
  • Travel insurance, Nepal Tourist Visa fees, Items and expenses of personal nature.
  • Personal Trekking Equipments and rescue operation in case of emergency.
  • Any expenses which arise due to a change of the itinerary, because of landslides, political trouble, and strikes etc.
  • Laundry, phone calls, internet, heater charge.
  • Porter if required (it will cost USD 18/porter/day)
  • Tips for guide, porters. 

Dates & Prices

We are local tour and trekking operator based in Kathmandu so we guaranty small private group departures any dates that suits your date and time. Please kindly contact us for your customized departure date, itinerary and the price. Thank you and Namaste!

Start Date End Date Availability Price  
23 March, 2024 28 March, 2024 Guaranteed US$ 399
30 March, 2024 04 April, 2024 Guaranteed US$ 399
Rated 5/5 based on 3 reviews
  • GREAT trekking Agency in Katmandu, Nepal
    Netherlands

    GREAT trekking Agency in Katmandu, Nepal

    Rating:

    Booking this trek already was a pleasure! Pradip Tamang (director) arranged everything in excellent dialogue with us, always quick and relevant answers. We met our guide Rahul Tamang (not family) the day before the trek: nice guy and well-spoken English. He really felt what we wanted: we travelled with our 11 yr old daughter, and during the while trip he was very caring, arranging stays and rests according to our needs, always assuring safety. He really is a great guide, who knows his job. He also met respect from locals and fellow guides, wherever we went. The company is small, but absolutely reliable an accurate. We certainly recommend it.

  • Mardi Himal Trek Review 2018
    Slovakia (Slovak Republic)

    Mardi Himal Trek Review 2018

    Rating:

    I highly recommend to everyone. This short but beautifull trek is breathtaking. Perfect and professional service from the beginning to the end. Pradip is just amazing as a guide and we had good time while having the most beautifull views. Maybe this one is short, is not an easy one, but worth each day. We certainly will do our next trek to Mustang with them. Thank you so much for everything.

  • First brilliant visit in Nepal
    Italy

    First brilliant visit in Nepal

    Rating:

    We decided to visit nepal and search in TripAdvisor . We saw great feedbacks about Pradip so we emailed him.  His prompt replies  and honest prices made us decide for him .. we didn't look for luxury places..we wanted to visit the real nepal!  Pradip is really professional  and honest and he tried to help us all the time to make our visit in nepal fantastic!  We told him what we wanted to see and do and he did all the job for us: brilliant @ We had a brilliant time visiting Ktm Patan bakthapur mardi Himal trek Pokhara and Ktm.  Pradip was with us most of the time and he gave us good guides and porter for the trekking . We didn't have to.think about anything. He took care of everything.  Last day in Ktm we had lunch together and he helped us again with the visit to the monkey temple and the taxi to the airport for our departure day finding the cheap solution comparing to the taxi on the street and hotel We definitely recommend Pradip to all.of you! We will surely contact him for our holidays to mustang and everest which are going to happen after this first great experience in nepal ! Ps: Pradip knows that the only thing to improve is the high camp accommodation which maybe ok in summer and not in the monsoon season! Speak soon Pradip 

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Useful Info

For customized and personalized Mardi Himal Trek as per your Interests that meet your travel needs please kindly send us your requirements.  And the trip price will be according to Deluxe, Standard, Budget and group size so please kindly provide us your details for tailor made program. International Tour Leader are encouraged to get discounted rate and complimentary.

Trip Price: US$ 399
  • Trip Duration 6 Days
  • DestinationNepal
  • Trip Difficulty Moderate
  • Trip StyleTrekking
  • AccomodationHotel & Teahouse Lodges
  • Transportation: Bus, Car and Jeep
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Max Person: 12 Pax
  • Min Person: 2 Pax
  • Best Season: Spring and autumn
  • Highest Point: 4500m
  • Single Suppliment: USD 75
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