Embark on a 10-day Mardi Himal Trek for close-up views of Machapuchare, cultural immersion, and serene adventure through diverse landscapes.
Arrival in Kathmandu, transfer to the hotel
Kathmandu - Welcome to the city of temples and the country of Himalayas. Our airport representative will be waiting for your arrival with a name card written your name. We will transfer you to the hotel. We will introduce you to the tour leader and have a short meeting about the tour.
Drive to Pokhara (optional flights at additional costs)
Pokhara - We will take breakfast at our hotel and catch our bus to Pokhara. This is approximately 8 hours drive through the beautiful hillsides, the towering Himalayas and thundering rivers, and pilgrimages alongside the road. In the evening, we will be visiting the lakeside area if time permits.
It is recommended to fly to Pokhara if you are looking for a comfortable way of traveling. It’s about 20-25 minutes of flight.
Drive to Kande, trek to Pitam Deurali (2090M) via Australian Camp
Pitam Deurali View Point - Kande is situated on the top of a hill and offers excellent Himalayan views. We will approach the Australian camp and then proceed to Pothana for our lunch. It takes approximately 1.5 hours to reach Deurali from Pothana. We will be walking inside the forests of oak, maple, hemlock, and rhododendron. It’s a beautiful and leisurely walk.
Trek to Low Camp (3035M)
Mardi himal - We will be walking inside the forests almost for the whole day. The forest looks beautiful during March – April when the Rhododendron flowers blossoms. This is another pleasant day for us letting us walk in the peaceful route. We will stop in the Forest camp, the only stop for lunch before we proceed to Low camp for the overnight stay. We will have some occasional views of Himalayan peaks. This is very small places with only a couple of lodges opened for providing basic meals and accommodation to trekkers.
Trek to High Camp (3590M)
Mardi himal - We have a pleasant day here. Once we ascend to Badal Danda, we get awesome views of magnificent Himalayan peaks. The higher we go, the beautiful it gets. Once we cross Badal Danda, we see no vegetations and plants around. The trail continues through green grasslands of the high region with a few Rhododendron trees. Travelers often spot the national bird Nepal called Himalayan Monal; also known as the Impeyan Monal (Danphe in Nepali) in this area. This is a colorful Himalayan bird represented as the national bird of Nepal.
Trek to Upper View Point (4,200M / 13,779FT), return to High Camp
Mardi himal - We will enjoy Himalayan sunrise from this heavenly place. Once we take breakfast, we will start ascending to the Upper View Point, the most magnificent place of this program. The trail heading to Upper View Point is well marked with signs on the grassland. It’s going to be a steep but worthy climbing. In summer season this area is full of yaks and sheep along with several yak herder’s huts.
Amazing views of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Hiunchuli, Annapurna I, etc. are seen from here.
Trek down to Landruk (1560M)
Trek to Nayapul, drive to Pokhara
Pokhara - We descend to Modi River, make a cross and reach Syauli Bazaar; one a very popular stop among travelers heading to Annapurna Base Camp and Ghandruk village. Once we continue from Syauli Bazaar, it’s a mostly flat walk on the dirt road. We will catch our transport from Nayapul then continue our drive to Pokhara that takes about 1.5 hours.
Drive back to Kathmandu (Optional flights with additional costs)
Kathmandu - We will follow the same highway through beautiful rivers, hills and small Nepalese settlements. The drive will take about 8 hours to drop us in Kathmandu. Form the tourist bus park you will be transferred to the hotel. In the evening you can explore the town probably buying souvenirs for friends and family members.
Drive to airport, departure from Kathmandu
TIA - We will drive you to the airport approximately 3 hours before your flight time. The airport is small and has only 1 terminal. It’s time to say goodbye until we meet again!
- Experienced English speaking, government licensed and ministry of tourism trained trekking guide
- Assistant trekking guide for groups over 6 people with meals, accommodation, salary and insurance
- Trekkers Information Management System [TIMS] registration card
- Annapurna Conservation Area Project Entry permit
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
- Necessary paper works, all government and local taxes, company service charges
- Down jacket, four seasonal sleeping bag, duffel bag (to be returned after trip completion)
- Comprehensive first aid medical kit carried by the guide
- Airport pickup and drop services on a private vehicle including before and after the trek
- Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu transfers by tourist bus
- International airfare, Nepal visa fees, travel and medical insurance, emergency evacuation
- Costs arising from natural calamities, mishaps or anything beyond our control
- Personal nature expenses ( bars and beverage bills, hot shower, telephone, laundry, tidbits etc. )
- Porters are not included in the tour price
- Services not mentioned in ‘Services Includes’ section
The Mardi Himal Trek in Nepal’s Annapurna region is unique for its close-up views of Machapuchare (Fishtail) Mountain and diverse scenery, from rhododendron forests to alpine meadows. It offers authentic cultural experiences as it passes through traditional Gurung and Magar villages, providing deep cultural immersion. The trek is less crowded, offering a tranquil and rugged adventure. The trek combines stunning landscapes, cultural richness, and tranquility, making it a uniquely rewarding Himalayan trek.
- We can accomodate dietary needs such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc.
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
