Tour Description

Overview

Highlights: Dramatic and up-close view of Himalayas - Mardi Himal, Annapurna ranges, Machhapuchhre, Dhailagiri and more

Nestled just east of popular Annapurna Base Camp, Mardi Himal Trek is truly a spectacular and hidden treasure of Nepal. Imagine the excitement of hiking up on trails very less visited before, to enjoy some marvels of nature to experience something that only few have enjoyed.

If you are someone who wish to enjoy quieter trail and get into the place where very few have visited before then Mardi Himal trek is the right option for you. Many trekkers call it as a great alternative to the crowded and expensive Annapurna Base Camp Trek.

Suitable for both novice and experienced trekkers, Mardi Himal Trek is an amazing trail full of picturesque beauty, endurance and love of mountains. The surreal beauty of icy world, the muted sound of river, the chanting of birds, innocent people and the thrill to have achieved it makes it one of the best off-beat trek in Annapurna region.

Mardi Himal Trek Route

The Mardi Himal Trek route winds through narrow mountain paths and enters deep into magical rhododendron forest until you climb out of the forest at 3,300m. The terrain onward changes abruptly from lush forest to rocky and barren terrain with remarkable views of Mardi Himal, Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South and Hiunchuli.

As you climb high, you will get into the base camp which unfolds superb and up-close view of entire Annapurna region.

There are basic guest houses and homestay along the trail which simple yet comfortable accommodation and fooding facilities. If you wish to trek Mardi Himal in winter or monsoon, we suggest you to check the availability of lodges on the trail.

Mardi Himal Best Season

Spring (March - May) and autumn (September - December) are the best times of the year for Mardi Himal Trek. The weather during these months remain stable and the views are outstandingly clear.

In Monsoon, the weather gets unpredictable and the rain makes the trail slippery and hazardous. Winter trekking in Mardi Himal is extremely cold which might not be suitable for all trekkers.

Mardi Himal Trek Permits

Annapurna Conservation Area Project ( ACAP) - NRS 3000 (USD 30) per person

Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) Card: NRS 2000(USD 20) per person

Cost Info

Cost Includes

• All the airport and hotel transfers
• Star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara on B & B basis
• Welcome and Farewell Dinner
• Full day Kathmandu Valley sightseeing tour on private vehicle
• Standard tourist bus transport from Kathmandu to Pokhara and back to Kathmandu
• Comfortable private transport: Jeep, Car, Van, Bus from Pokhara to Nayapul and back to Pokhara
• All the meals (B, L & D) during the trek
• All the necessary paper works, permits and TIMS required for the trek
• An english speaking gov. Licensed and experienced trek guide, assistant guide and porter (4 trekkers: 1 guide and 2 trekkers: 1 porter)
• All the mountain accommodation during the trek on comfortable room with share bathroom
• Safe drinking water
• A comprehensive medical kit
• All the governmental and local taxes
• Hot drinks (Tea & Coffee)

Cost Exclude

• Kathmandu city monumental entry fee
• Lunch and Dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara (expect welcome and farewell dinner)
• All the personal nature expenses - alcoholic beverages, laundry, phone calls and more
• Travel Insurance and emergency evacuation
• Wifi
• Tipping
• Nepal Entry Visa Fee
• International Flight