Highlights
- Walking on high ridge of Annapurna Himalaya with towering peaks and scenic landscapes in the heart of Machhapuchare Himal 'Fish Tail' and Mardi Himal with glorious panorama.On the least trekked areas in the hidden trails of Annapurna & Machhapuchare Himalaya.
- Explore local Gurung village culture of great interest with ancient traditions and custom.
- Walking into charming alpine forest of tall rhododendron-magnolia-oaks-pine and fir trees From low warm paddy fields to alpine cooler hills to arctic zone of ice and glaciers.
Overview
Mardi Himal Trek with Trail Himalaya will be an interesting destination of moderate to adventurous walks leading you at the highest spot around Mardi Himal base camp above 4, 500 m highest spot of the adventure.
Starting with exciting drive from Kathmandu to reach at scenic touristic Pokhara within a beautiful valley blessed with Annapurna Himalaya, rolling green hills where Annapurna and Machhapuchare Himal reflects on its calm lakes of Phewa and Begnas.
Walk leads from outside Pokhara valley heading into green hills encountering nice lovely Gurung farm villages on route with daily views of Annapurna Himalaya range of peaks, as our route leads away from main trail heading into complete wilderness of mountains and deep rhododendron and pines forest.
Mardi Himal Panaroma Trekking leads higher past lush vegetation and tree lines to reach at Low and High Camp of Mardi Himal and then at base camp on the foot of Machhapuchare and Mardi Himal, with marvelous hike and time to enjoy the panorama of peaks.
This short adventure of week duration completes walking to a road head at Dhampus village with fascinating views of mountains, where a short drive brings you back at beautiful Pokhara after a glorious and magnificent time on Mardi Himal Trekking.
Day 01
Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel.
On arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International airport, received by our guide and staff for transfer to your hotel in heart of Kathmandu city around Thamel, a great interesting areas. After checking into your hotel rooms then meet our guide / leader and other members of the group for briefing regarding trekking and related information required in Nepal with Trail Himalaya.
Day 02
Free day in Kathmandu with half day sightseeing tour and trek preparation.
Allowing you a day in Kathmandu with tour of Kathmandu city where our city guide will show you the wonders of past history of Nepal visiting world heritage sites of great importance and interest, afternoon at leisure preparation for Mardi Himal Trekking.
Day 03
Drive / Fly to Pokhara 860 m - 06 hrs journey and 30 mins on flights.
Morning as per the group size either on tourist coach or in private chartered vehicles for exciting overland drive to Pokhara a journey of six hours.
On reaching beautiful Pokhara, then transfer to your hotels by the lake side of Phewa with views of great Annapurna Himalaya and Machhapuchare Himal 'Fish Tail'.
(By air options of 30 minutes scenic flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara)
Day 04
Drive to Kande 1,770 m and begin trek to Potana village 1,900 m - 04 hrs.
Starting fabulous Mardi Himal Trek, taking short drive past Pokhara to reach at Kande village located on Pokhara and Beni highways. from here first day walk of the adventure begins heading high hills past farm areas with well tended terraces offering views of Annapurna peaks and valley below, then into cool shade of green alpine forest to reach at the ridge top at Thulo Kharka or Australian Camp.
This fabulous spot offers marvelous views of Annapurna and Manaslu range of mountains, from this lovely spot walk downhill into cool shade of forest to Potana offering super panorama of Annapurna Himalaya and Manaslu range including majestic Mt. Machhapuchare “Fish Tail” and small peak of Mardi Himal towards North West.
Day 05
Trek to Kokar Forest camp 2,520m via Deurali 2,100m - 04 hrs.
After a pleasant overnight stop at Potana village with fantastic views, walk begins on the main trekking trail reaching at Pitam Deurali with super views of landscapes and snow-clad peaks. After Deurali heading north along the ridgeline into serene forested area with cool temperature with panorama of Annapurna I and South with Huinchuli to the east Annapurna IV -II and Lamjung Himal and then reaching our overnight stop in the middle of forest where few lodges are located for trekkers.
Day 06
Trek to Forest camp to Low Camp 2,970 m - 04 hrs.
From this forest area, walk leads higher on uphill path with steep climb to reach a pasture land for overnight stop on route Mardi base camp with fantastic views of surrounding landscapes and mountains at close range.
Day 07
Trek to High camp 3, 700 m - 05 hrs.
This wonderful area offering grand vista of beautiful landscapes and snow-clad peaks in perfect tranquility heading higher to reach at High Camp as the air gets thinner and cooler with steep climb to reach at High Camp where tree lines fades to short rhododendron and juniper bushes.
Here at High Camp with a lonely lodge for overnight accommodation with basic facilities commanding super views of Annapurna Himalaya.
Day 08
Hike beyond High Camp to Mardi West Base Camp 4,500m.
Here with another night stop to explore beyond High Camp with day hike to Mardi Himal higher ridge reaching the highest point of this trek at 4,500 meters.
Walk leads to a steep climb along a ridgeline to reach a hidden plateau at the base of Mardi Himal South Face with towering Mt. Machhapuchare; this area known as 'Other Sanctuary' named by early pioneer Jimmy Roberts, when he first explored this area in early 1970's. After enjoying the views of super mountain panorama return back on same route to our overnight stop.
Day 09
Trek to Low or Jungle Camp 2,970 m - 06 hrs.
With marvelous and exciting time at Mardi base camp. Morning walk leads on the same route to retrace the journey back at Low or Jungle Camp enjoying serene forested with tranquil environment.
Day 10
Trek to Dhampus 1,540 m -02 hrs with an hour drive to Pokhara.
Our last walk of the great adventure leads downhill to reach at Dhampus village with panorama of Annapurna-Manaslu-Lamjung with Machhapuchare Himal, where a short drive takes you back to Pokhara after a great and wonderful time up in the high mountains.
Day 11
Fly or drive to Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel.
From Pokhara with amazing time on high hills and ridges of Annapurna Himalaya, morning an exciting drive of six hours leading past beautiful scenery with farm villages and towns and finally reaching at Kathmandu, with afternoon free at leisure for individual activities.
(By air options of 30 minutes scenic flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu)
Day 12
Final departure.
Last day in Nepal and with Trail Himalaya, with your time for international flight back to your respective countries, our staff and guide transfers you to airport after a great experience on Mardi Himal Trekking.
What's included
- Airport pick up and drop.
- 3 star level hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara (breakfast included).
- Tea house accommodation (twin-shared basis) in the trek.
- Meals (Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek.
- A professional English speaking guide.
- A porter (carry up to 15 kg ) - 1 porter for every 2 trekkers.
- Meals, Accommodation, Travel Insurance etc. for all our staffs during the trek.
- All required permits (TIMS, Local Government Taxes, Annapurna Conservation Area Permit).
- Basic medical kit.
- A trekking map.
- A duffel bag to carry all your belongings (should be returned after the trek).
- Rescue arrangement only (must be covered by your travel insurance).
- All Government taxes and official expenses.
- Farewell dinner.
What's not included
- International Airfares.
- Travel Insurance.
- Nepal Visa fee.
- Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu.
- Tips for Guide and Porter.
- Personal nature expenses (Drinks and beverage – tea / coffee / bottled water / hot water / alcohol ).
- Hot shower etc. which are not mentioned in inclusion.
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