Mardi Himal Base Camp Trekking from Pokhara - 08 Days

Mardi Himal Base Camp Trekking from Pokhara is a tropical and fascinating trekking route in the western Annapurna region of Nepal and is located east of Modi Khola across the valley from Hiunchuli. The trip covers some of the breathtaking glacial valleys and the masked Landscape of the Annapurna region. The trek is also commonly known as an Eco Tourism trial that crosses through dense Rhododendron forests and varieties of Vegetation. The picturesque adventure to Mardi Himal will also be completely soaked with the views of snowcapped peaks. The trial was first discovered in 1961 through a route via the east flank and was officially opened in 2012 for trekking. Mardi Himal trek leads you off 'the beaten path' away from the busy and crowded trials of the Annapurna region. The trek offers glorious views of the world’s famous and giant mountains including Annapurna I (8,091m), Dhaulagiri (8,167m), Hiunchuli (6,441m), Annapurna II (7,937m), Annapurna III (7,555m), Annapurna South (7,219m), Machhapuchre Fishtail (6,993m). Mardi Himal trek is a unique experience for trekkers with the warm welcome and activities of the local folks who live by the trails as trekkers hike into the thick forests.

AT A GLANCE:

Trip Duration: 12 Days
Difficulty Grade: Moderate+
Max Altitude: 4,500m
Meals: B,L,D on Trek
Accommodation: Tea House / Lodge
Best Season: Oct-May
Views: Annapurna, Machhapuchhre and more.

Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrival in Pokhara [970m] Transfer to the Hotel.
Day 02: Drive to Kande, Trek to Forest Camp [2,550 m]. "B,L,D". Trek (05-06 Hrs).
Day 03: Trek to Badal Danda [3,200 m]. "B,L,D". Trek (04-05 Hrs).
Day 04: Trek to High Camp [4,100 m]. "B,L,D". Trek (02-03 Hrs).
Day 05: Excursion to Mardi Himal Base Camp [4,500 m]. "B,L,D". Trek (07-08 Hrs).
Day 06: Trek to Siding Village [1750 m] "B,L,D". Trek (06-07 Hrs).
Day 07: Trek to Lumre then drive to Pokhara [930 m]."B,L". (Trek 02-03 Hrs and drive 01-02 hours).
Day 08: Trip ends. “B”.

Detail Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrival in Pokhara [970 m]: Upon your arrival, a representative from Adventure Treks Nepal will be waiting outside the airport (or Bus park) gates to take you to the hotel. Depending on time of arrival, plans will be made for a briefing meeting once you have settled in. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 02: Drive to Kande,Trek To Forest Camp [2,550 m] - (B,L,D): Wake up early in the morning in the serene atmosphere of Phewa Lake and head to Kande (1770 m), the initial point of the official trekking. Walking through Australian Base Camp, along with dense woodlands, quaint villages, and winding rivers, you will reach the Forest Base Camp at an elevation of 2550 m with a hike of 5 to 6 hours.  We will have overnight stay in forest camp. Overnight stay at Tea House.

Day 03: Trek to Badal Danda [3,200 m] - (B,L,D): After your breakfast we will continue our trek towards Badal Danda. The trail today will be mostly inside the forest in the beginning and after we have our lunch in Low Camp the flora will change the more we climb higher and the rhododendron forests will now be less as mosses and lichen will take over the nature on today’s trail. The view of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli is just imposing. We will reach Low Camp in the afternoon where we will be spending the night. Overnight stay at Tea House.

Day 04: Trek to High Camp [3,550 m] - (B,L,D):  We wake up with an amazing view of Mt, Fishtail along with Annapurna South and Hiuchuli. Today is a short day and also a day for acclimatization. After breakfast we begin our climb towards High Camp. As we will be higher in altitude we will take it slow on this day. We will reach High camp for lunch. After lunch you can explore the high camp and catch an amazing sunset. Overnight stay at Tea House.

Day 05: Excursion to Mardi Himal Base Camp [4,500 m] - (B,L,D): Today is the highlight of the trek. We will wake early to catch the sunrise over the Himalayas which turn snow into gold with the first rays of the sun. After breakfast we will hike up to Mardi Himal Base Camp. The trail is mostly covered with grass where some of the parts are steep. We will pass numbers of herder’s herd on our way to Base Camp as during summer sheep and goats are brought up to graze from lower villages. After 2- 3 hours we will be at base Camp from where we will have panoramic view of Annapurna Himalaya range including the south face of mighty Annapurna. Return back to high Camp after spending sometime at the Mardi Base Camp. Overnight stay at Tea House.

Day 06: Trek to Siding Village [1750 m] - (B,L,D): After witnessing and capturing the amazing view and the breakfast we will leave for Sidding village. We will trek on the same trail we used to go up. We will have lunch at Badal Danda or Low Camp we continue our trek to Sidding village where we stay for the overnight. The trail mostly downhill through the dense forest up to Siding. Overnight stay at Tea House.

Day 07: Trek to Lumre then drive to Pokhara [930 m] - (B,L): Today is the last day of our trekking. After breakfast at sidding we start our trekking to Lumre from where we take a drive to Pokhara. Overnight stay at Hotel.

Day 08: Trip ends! (B): After breakfast your trip ends with Adventure Treks Nepal. Wish you have a good travel Holidays !!!