The Mardi Himal trek begins at Kande (45 minutes drive), near Pokhara, a short and spectacular trekking trip in the Annapurna region. It is newly opened ( 2007) and hidden treasure in Annapurna region, which is the best trip to avoid the crowd. It offers the awesome view of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchhre, and Manaslu mountains during the trek.
The Mardi Himal trek goes through the miraculous Rhododendron (The national flower) forest at the initial portion and eventually, the setting turns on the rugged trail dominated by the hard rock formations. The forest path continues until about 3300m. from Mardi Himal, we can see the best view of Machhapuchhre along with accommodation for those all-important sunrise and sunset views. Besides this, at 3580m is High camp, which again offers a spectacular view overlooking Annapurna Base Camp.
Our staff from Adventure Gandaki Treks will pick you up from the Airport and transfer you to 3 star hotel in Thamel,Kathmandu
After an early breakfast we go to Pokhara by a tourist bus (6-7 hours drive). On our way we can see the picturesque Trishuli and Marsyangdi rivers.Pokhara is a beautiful valley set on the banks of the Phewa Lake,also known for its panoramic views of Annapurna, Machapuchare in the north, Dhaulagiri in the west, Manaslu and Lamjung Himal in the east. Pokhara is a lakeside tourist’s paradise with many facilities for travelers.
After breakfast, we will take a car to Kande, the starting point of our trek. From here, we hike up to Australian Camp, a popular viewpoint offering majestic views of the Himalayas and a peaceful natural setting. We will then continue through lush forest trails until we reach Forest Camp, where we stay overnight.
Today’s trek passes through Low Camp and leads us to Badal Danda for lunch. The trail here is above the clouds, providing spectacular views. This route is rich in diverse flora and fauna. Beyond Badal Danda, the forest thins out, and after about two more hours of trekking, we reach High Camp. From here, you can enjoy breathtaking views of mountains over 7000 m and 8000 m, including the iconic Mt. Fishtail (Machhapuchhre).
We start early to witness a magical sunrise over the Himalayas. After 1.5 hours of trekking, we reach the Viewpoint, surrounded by towering peaks. Continuing for another 2 hours, we arrive at Mardi Himal Base Camp. After some tea or coffee, we descend back to High Camp for lunch, and then continue descending to Low Camp, where we spend the night.
After breakfast, we trek for around 3 hours to Sidhing. From here, we take a jeep on an off-road track back to Pokhara (approximately 3 hours’ drive). Upon reaching Lakeside, the trekking portion of our trip concludes, and you can enjoy a relaxing evening in Pokhara.
Different Activities /Sightseeing will be done
After breakfast, we depart from Pokhara and drive back to Kathmandu by tourist bus. The rest of the day in Kathmandu is free for shopping or exploring on your own.
According to your flight schedule, we will transfer you to Tribhuvan International Airport for your departure.
