Trek to Mardi Himal

Trip Code

TTN/AR-01

Duration

12 Day(s)

Altitude Height

4900

Meals

Depands on package

Accomodation

Available

Best Season

Sep_nov/march_may

Destination

Mardi Himal
Trip Route

Pokhara,Austreliyen camp,mardihimal,pokhara
Starts At

Pokhara
Ends At

Pokhara

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Overview

Trek to Marsihimal ilocated at Annapurna Region is the best place for the diversified walking holiday amidst plethora of vegetations, wildlife and people. There are numerous popular trekking routes in this region like Annapurna Base Camp Trek, Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek and Annapurna Circuit Trek. However, nowadays another off the beaten path of Annapurna region is getting lots of attention. Mardi Himal Trekking route has been one of the hot cake of Nepal trekking. This is untouched and untainted land of Annapurna region where trekkers can find abundance of tranquility and serenity. Traverse the less travelled trekking route of Nepal with the qualitative and experienced team of Trek to Nepal Treks & Expedition.The journey is amazing in itself which encompasses terraced farmlands, authentic villages of Gurung, Magar and Chhetri community as well as forests camps. Therefore, Mardi Himal Trekking can become the epitome of off the beaten trekking path. The joyous Prithvi Highway drive will take to Lake City Pokhara and further drive to Khare takes trekkers to the walking starting point. The trekkers traverse along the places like Deurali and camp at Forests Camp before embarking towards high camp. From High Camp the sight of the Annapurna Sanctuary seen below is probably the most exhilarating. The trail sometimes is covered by snow therefore trekkers should heed the instructions of trekking guide. Upon your completion of this trekking you can enjoy the day tour around the attractive caves, lakes, museums and sunrise view point of Pokhara. You can also try some adventurous stuff like paragliding and zip flying in this Lake City as well. The trekking is obviously amalgamation of wilderness adventure and Himalayan allures.Book the Mardi Himal Trekking with the experienced team of Trek To Nepal Treks & Expedition. You will definitely create momentous journey of walking on the trails of splendid Annapurna region of Nepal.

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Kathmandu @1330masl.

After your arrival at TIA Kathmandu trek to Nepal assistance will come to greet you at airport and transfers to the recommended hotel. Depends on the time of your arrival, if time permits we may have Half day sightseeing around Kathmandu on the UNESCO listed world heritage sights of Nepal. Evening the brief discussion will be held about the trekking. Make an Introduction with your trekking guide. Overnight at Hotel

Day 2: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara 200km/6hrs/820masl

Early morning take tourist bus from Tourist Bus Park Nearby hotel starting drive to wards to Pokhara takes about 7-8 hours.You will enjoy the Scenario of the green hills/rivers and the local houses. We will have lunch on the way after lunch again with the scenario of green hills mountain and river as well as the movement of local activity on their farm. Overnight at tourist hub city at Pokhara on lake side. Evening you can enjoy walking around the lake with Mountain scenario.

Day 3: Drive to Khare and trek to Deurali (2100m).

A quick drive from Pokhara up the Khare Valley and you will be trekking in less than an hour. From Khare (1700m) we pass first through Brahmin villages where homes are closely bordered by fields of millet and rice. The trail climbs steeply for about an hour until cresting at Thula Karkha (also known as Australian Camp) where you are greeted by your first panoramic views of the Annapurna peaks. The trails are very well-constructed in this area so it’s an easy half-hour hike to Pothana and the checkpoint for the Annapurna trekkers. We continue on broad stone trails to Deurali (2100m) where the views of Annapurna South loom before us. Overnight is at a teahouse along the narrow ridge separating two deep valleys. (3-4 hrs).

Day 4: Trek to Forest Camp [2600m]

From Forest Camp the trail becomes very steep and you will need to be careful as you navigate over exposed roots and rocks. As you climb there will be flashes of white showing through the trees – these are the high glaciers of one of the greatest Himalayan peaks – Annapurna South – looming in the distance. When we finally emerge from the forest into a clearing that is Low Camp (3100m) the sacred Machepucherare with its distinctive fishtail-shaped peak rises before us , its lower flanks skirted by the Mardi Himal ridge that is now visible as a separate mountain apart from Fishtail. We will stay here overnight at a simple mountain lodge or camp on the broad field adjacent to the lodge. (4-5 hrs)

Day 5: Trek to Low Camp [3100m]

The trail leading up from Low Camp is basically a series of deep rain gullies so we need to be careful with our footing. After 30 minutes the forest finally opens into a clearing where we see the face of Annapurna South rise high and wide – an astounding view that can take whatever breath we have left to spare to spare. From here the trail breaks into a combination of scrub forest and open meadow. As we climb the ridge becomes narrower and soon we can clearly see the deep valleys on both sides. To our left we look straight down on the Modi Khola river valley and the villages leading up to the Annapurna Sanctuary; to our right we peer down on the Mardi Khola and Seti river valleys over 2000 meters (6500 ft.) below. On very clear days it’s even possible to see all the way back to the Pokhara Valley and Lake Phewa. The trail continues up the narrow ridge line to High Camp (3900m) where we stop for the evening at a mountain lodge. (3 – 4 hrs).

Day 6: Trek to High Camp [3900]

The way up from Low Camp to High Camp is very steep and the trail itself is basically a series of deep rain gullies in the forest so we need to be careful with our footing. After 30 minutes the forest finally opens into a clearing where we see the face of Annapurna South rise high and wide – an astounding view that can take whatever breath we have left to spare to spare. From here the trail breaks into a combination of scrub forest and open meadow. As we climb the ridge becomes narrower and soon we can clearly see the deep valleys on both sides. To our left we look straight down on the Modi Khola river valley and the villages leading up to the Annapurna Sanctuary; to our right we peer down on the Mardi Khola and Seti river valleys over 2000 meters (6500 ft.) below. On very clear days it’s even possible to see all the way back to the Pokhara Valley and Lake Phewa. The trail continues up the narrow ridge line to High Camp (3900m) where we stop for the evening at a mountain lodge. (3 – 4 hrs).

Day 7: Trek to Mardi Himal [4500m] and return to Low camp

We will rise early in the morning to start our climb along the narrow Mardi Himal ridge up to the high viewpoint at 4500 meters. From here the sun will be lighting up the full face of Annapurna South while Fishtail mountain looms directly overhead. From here it’s a challenging descent back to High Camp for a mid-day meal before descending down to Low Camp where we’ll spend another evening. (7 hrs)

Day 8: Trek to Luwang (1500m).

We descend from Low Camp down a very steep and at times difficult trail through the forest. We pass a Sheppard’s hut in a broad clearing after an hour’s hike where we can stop to rest our legs. The trails continues down steeply to the hillside village of Siding, about 500 meters above the river valley. We can stop for lunch at the home of the owner of the lodge at Low Camp. From Siding we continue along the western wall of the valley, crossing several streams and rivers, and passing idyllic little waterfalls that spill across the trail. We pass the charming village of Ghalel, trek through rice fields, and stop along our way at resting spots with commanding views of the Mardi Khola. By late afternoon we arrive at Luwang, a quaint and friendly Gurung village where we will stay with a very hospitable local family. (7,hrs)

Day 9: Trek to Khora Mukh; drive to Pokhara

Luwang is the site of a tea plantation which we can visit in the morning before our breakfast while the weather is still cool and the mountain views are best. There are over 1000 steps leading up from the village to the plantation. After a 30 minute climb we’re rewarded with spectacular view of Machepuchare looming at the head of the valley. In the tea fields there are often local women in colorful costumes picking the tea leaves. After returning to Luwang for breakfast we will descend down to the valley floor, stopping on the way to visit the local tea factory. We will arrive at Khora Mukh within an hour and then take a jeep over rough road for one hour to Humja. From here it is only 30 minutes back to Pokhara where we can celebrate our trekking adventure. Overnight is at a lakeside hotel.

Day 10: Kathmandu

Return to Kathmandu by drive or flight

Day 11: Departure

Transfer to Kathmandu international airport for departure flight

Inclusion / Exclusion

Budget

Inclusion

Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle
2-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
Teahouse accommodation during the trek.
Farewell dinner.
All ground transportation on a local bus as per itinerary.
An experienced, English-speaking trekking guide cum porter. With maximum weight he can carry is about 15 kg.
Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation
Trek to Neal’s Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion)
Trekking bag/duffel bag, t-shirt and trekking map from Trek to Nepal, are yours to take
All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park Permit, TIMS)
Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
All government and local taxes

Exclusion

Nepalese visa fee
Excess baggage charge(s)
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary.
Flight tickets to and from Pokhara
All meals During your trek
Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu
International flights.
Travel and rescue insurance
Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)
Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)
Service charge for the organizer.

Budget Package

From USD 455

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Luxury

Inclusion

Airport pickups and drops in a private ac vehicle
4-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
Best available Teahouse accommodation during the trek
All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek.
Sweet dish after Dinner and fresh fruits with Lunch
Welcome and farewell dinners
All ground transportation on a comfortable ac private vehicle as per the itinerary.
An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide)
Porter service (1 trekkers: 1 porter)
Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation
Trek to Nepal’s Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion)
Trekking bag/duffel bag, t-shirt and trekking map from Trek to Nepal’s, are yours to take
All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park Permit, TIMS)
Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
All government and local taxes.
Hot water bottle before bed in trekking routes to keep yourself warm.
Airport pickups and drops in a private ac vehicle

Exclusion

Luxury Package

From USD 750

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Delux

Inclusion

Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle
2-star hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast
Teahouse accommodation during the trek
All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek
Welcome and farewell dinners
All ground transportation on a comfortable tourist vehicle as per the itinerary.
An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide)
Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation
Trek to Nepal’s Down jacket and sleeping bag (to be returned after trip completion)
Trekking bag/duffel bag, t-shirt and trekking map from Trek to Nepal are yours to take
All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park Permit, TIMS)
Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
All government and local taxes

Exclusion

Nepalese visa fee
Excess baggage charge(s)
Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain (due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu
International flights
Travel and rescue insurance
Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)
Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)