Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek

Annapurna

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Trip Facts

Days

Group Size

Trip Type

Trekking in Nepal

Altitude

None meter

Overview

Mardi Himal trek is a popular destination for both international and domestic tourists. This is a short but adventurous trek that takes you to the base camp of Mardi Himal at 4500m.

You will experience pristine wilderness, walking through pine, oak and rhododendron forest buzzing with birds, animals and colourful flowers. Trek through villages inhabited by diverse ethnic groups of Nepal and taste local cuisine. All along the trek you will have multiple opportunities to catch spectacular views of Mt. Fishtail (Machhapuchhare), Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhre, Gangapurna, Annapurna I and Mardi Himal.

Itinerary

1

Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara

Early morning drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara takes about 6 hours. Enjoy scenic views of terraced fields, green hills and raging rivers along the highway.

Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara.
2

Drive from Pokhara to Kande and trek to Forest Camp (2,500m) via Australian Camp (2060m)

After early morning breakfast drive from Pokhara to Kande and trek to Forest Camp (2,500m) via Australian Camp (2060m) takes about 5 hrs. The one and a half hrs drive to Kande on a well paved road, followed by a short trek to Australian Camp (2060m) takes about 3 hours. The trail passes through rhododendron, oak and pine forests all the way to Forest Camp via Pothana and Deurali village that takes about another 3 hrs.

Stay overnight at lodge.
3

Trek from Forest Camp to High Camp (3,580)

Early morning trek from Forest Camp to High Camp (3,580) takes about 6 hours. The trail goes through rhododendron and pine forests buzzing with birds and wild animals. The High Camp offers an excellent view of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Macchapuchre and other peaks.

Stay overnight at lodge.
4

Trek from High Camp to Mardi Himal West Base Camp/Upper View point (4,450m) and back to Low Camp

After early morning breakfast, trek from High Camp to Mardi Himal West Base Camp/Upper View point (4,450m) and back to Low Camp takes about 6 hours. You will make a steep ascent to view point and then descend to Mardi Himal Base Camp. The trail is covered with lush vegetation and colourful flowers. You will have the opportunity to watch beautiful views of Annapurna South, Annapura I, Glacier Dome, Gangapurna, Hiunchuli, Mardi Himal as well as Pokhara Valley.

Stay overnight at lodge.
5

Ttrek to Siding Village (1,885m)

Early morning trek from Low Camp to Siding Village (1,885m) takes about 5 hours. Follow a downhill path making through rhododendron forest. You will witness cattle sheds and small hamlets along the way. After reaching Siding, you will take a short drive to Pokhara which takes about 1 hr.

Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara.
6

Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu

After morning breakfast, drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu which takes about 6 hours. You will enjoy beautiful views of mountains, hills, rivers and villages as you enjoy the highway ride.