Mardi Himal Trek

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This Mardi Himal trek is newly opened off the beaten route begins at Suiket Phedi towards the south western lower slope of Mount Machhapuchare. The trail passes through Dhampus, the second largest Gurung village to venture into the deep forests to above the tree line that flanks the Annapurna ranges. From high camp, we climb up towards the knoll of Mardi Himal (5500 m), enjoying stunning views of Mt. Machhapuchare(6997 m), the Annapurna Mountain ranges and Lamjung Himal.

Trip profile:

Length of trip: 13 days
Grade: Easy to Moderate
Highest Alt: 4175 m
Average walking : 5-7 hrs per day
Type of trek: Tea house/ Camping
Best season: Spring/Autumn/Winter
Group size: Min. 2 people

Mardi Himal Trekking Itinerary:

Day 01 : Arrival, transfer to hotel, introductions and briefing
Day 02 : Drive to Pokhara
Day 03 : Trek to Dhampus (1600 m)
Day 04 : Trek to Forest Camp (2100 m)
Day 05 : Trek to Humaal (3150 m), 5 hrs
Day 06 : Trek to Guhe (4100 m), 4 hrs
Day 07 : Trek to Machhapuchhare Base Camp (4175 m)- day hike
Day 08 : Trek to Humaal, 7 hrs
Day 09 : Trek to Sedding (1500 m), 4 hrs
Day 10 : Trek to Thulo Chaur (1600 m)
Day 11 : Trek to Ghochock (1150 m)
Day 12 : Pokhara (960 m), 3 hrs
Day 13 : Drive to Kathmandu

Price Include (Camping trek)

- All land transportations to / from
- 2 Nights hotel accommodations in Pokhara
- Accommodations in tents during the trek
- 3 meals a day while in trek
- A guide, sherpa, cook, kitchen helpers & required number of porter(s).
- National park permit
- Trekking gear

Not included services

- All personal expenses
- bar beverages, bottled water,
- travel medical insurance
- alternative transportation (in case of road blockade),
- emergency evacuation by helicopter