Mardi Himal Trek

Mardi Himala trek itinerary can be customized according to your choice. Please write to us for the individual travel Itinerary. The price varies depending on hotel category, transportation, private vehicle, and flight service.

The Mardi Himal Trek is short and easy. The Mardi Himal base camp trek of 4500 meters is the highest point of this hike. In the Mardi Himal base camp, we will enjoy beautiful nature. We will spend some time exploring the brilliant Himalayas and snowy landscapes. The Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek is becoming more popular every day.

 It is a less-traveled route located in the most visited destination, the Annapurna region. Get an excellent opportunity to experience the culture and venture into the Machhapuchhare base camp. The exciting and thrilling trail leads you through lush valleys, alpine meadows, stable lichen-laden forests, various streams, and waterfalls. The fascinating mountain landscapes are brilliant on the nearby horizon. The path is not so crowded and not touristy.

The Mardi Himal Base Camp is the most popular trekking destination in the Annapurna region. The trip allows you to experience picturesque mountainous surroundings, a view steeped in green hills and snow-capped mountains. You will go towards the untouched forest of beautiful rhododendrons and oaks. On your way to Mardi Himal, there is Annapurna South, Himchuli, and Machhapuchhre Peak in front of you. Mardi Himal is the shortest route. The path starts in Pokhara, sails on the beautiful lakes, go through the pine, juniper, and rhododendron forest, and the rivers. The way takes us deep to the upper of Mardi Khola. This route gives you a taste of reality if you have little experience in the Alps.

The Mardi Himal hiking package is designed to give you the best experience you can have in this less-traveled area. We’ll take you on the uninhabited path so you can peacefully explore more of these beautiful places. Throughout the trip, you can explore the culture and daily life of the Magar and Gurung and spend the night in their tea houses. 

By the end of this trip, all those beautiful sceneries will mesmerize your trip. The chance to learn the cultural and traditional way of living of the people residing around there will make your trek even more beautiful. The amazing natural beauty that you see during this journey is full of Himalayas, Flora, and Fauna. This is short and less tiring hiking for moderately fit people.

Journey to Mardi Himal

In the year 2012, the Mardi Himal’s amazing trek was unlocked. However, this trek initiates from Kathmandu typically whose journey is for 10 days. On the way, you will visit Pokhara on the visitor bus. Undoubtedly, you can spend your day at Pokhara around the magnificent Phewa lake which is a popular tourist destination. The places around Pokhara and Kathmandu valley add up more beauty to your journey. Trek begins from Dhampus Phedi, the trek goes up to Deurali.

Around this area, now gradually teahouses are increasing. Since this is also an alternative for Annapurna base camp, the trekker for Annapurna base camp separates their way from here but Mardi Himal trekking swarms up to the Mardi Himal base camp which is located at 4500 meters. Henceforth, Mardi Himal trekking ends near Pokhara usually at Phedi. You must drive back to Kathmandu and spend your night there. Meanwhile, the extension of the trip also sanctions you to sightseeing around Pokhara and Kathmandu valley.

Mountain Views

Being the youngest and easy trekking path in Nepal, the trek to Mardi Himal base camp has gradually started to become wholly popular for the trekkers. This trek follows the western margin of Mt. Machhapuchhre up to the altitude of 4500 meters at the Mardi Himal base camp. Yet, the trek is usually less crowded than other treks.

Moreover, this magnificent trek sums up all the Himalayan beauties along with diverse flora and fauna, especially around the dense forest. Subsequently, an adventurous trek has a snow-covered path. The dense forest is full of rhododendron which takes you up to the snowy hills. They are full of spectacular mountain landscapes with views of Mardi Himal, Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre, and Hiunchuli. Thus, this entire journey brings you an amazing and closer view of the Annapurna range along with the cultural and ethnic aspects of the people living there.

Food and Accommodation

During the trek, you will stay in 3-star hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara as well as in the tea house. All accommodations are on a twin or double sharing basis. We can arrange a Single supplement on your request and costs an additional $ 300. We reserve the best tea houses available during the trek, but we understand that the Mardi Himal Trek trails are less frequented by tourists than the other hiking area. Therefore, the equipment of the guest house will be straightforward. Also note that single rooms are available in Kathmandu and Pokhara, but finding them during the hike can be difficult.

During your trip, you can enjoy authentic Nepalese food as well as universal international cuisine. Breakfast and dinner are offered from the tea house or from an accommodation menu where we spend the night. However, lunch is being provided on the way to the next destination. All meals, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, are provided during the hike, while only breakfast is offered in Kathmandu and Pokhara.

Trekking guides and other crew arrangements

The most important thing that makes this trek pleasant and unforgettable is the experienced, polite, and helpful guides and crew members who can easily spend your days in the mountains. The best and most professional staff leads your trip. All of our employees are carefully selected based on their consistent experience, leadership skills, and personal talent. To support local communities, we employ only local crews who have sufficient knowledge of The culture, ecosystem, flora, fauna, geography, and history of local regions.

Physical condition and experience requirements

Mardi Himal Trek is a moderate hike. If we can walk about 5 to 6 hours a day, you can easily walk longer hours with a light backpack. The trail is relatively more comfortable for those who are used to walking at higher altitudes. We ask you to run and train regularly at least a few months before the start of your trip. Past hiking experiences would be a bonus, but no technical skills are required for this trip. It is also essential that you consult with your doctor before booking the trek.

Travel insurance

Travel insurance for each itinerary of our company is a prerequisite for booking a holiday. You must have at least one emergency and repatriation insurance, which should include the cost of rescue on the mountain. Please carefully read the terms of your insurers, in particular, make sure that the following is covered: 1) activity (i.e., tourism, trekking, or mountaineering) 2) maximum altitude reached in walking 3) evacuation of the helicopter in case of emergency.

You must understand that you are ultimately responsible for all costs associated with the evacuation and return procedures and that it is your responsibility to bear the costs of the evacuation or medical treatment. You should be fully aware of the effects of organizing your travel insurance and understand the limitations and exclusions of your policy. Please note that in certain circumstances, our company leader can initiate helicopter rescue in medical emergencies without first asking your insurance company for approval.

Best time for Mardi Himal Trek

Although the spring and fall seasons are considered the best time for Mardi Himal Trek, it is possible to complete it in any season. The months of March, April, and May make the path vibrate with the rhododendron blossom, and the weather is favorable even at pleasant temperatures. September, October, and November are equally pleased with low rainfall and mild temperatures.

Fall and spring are considered the best seasons for trekking as you don’t have to worry as much, but Mardi Himal Trek is entirely doable in winter and summer too. Since the trail does not reach great heights, snow is generally not a problem, and if you are ready to face possible monsoon rains, summer is also excellent. However, you may need to bring additional jackets and sleeping bags for winter trekking and mosquito repellent, as well as waterproof jackets for monsoon trekking.