8 days Mardi Himal Base camp trek
This trek takes you all the way to base of Mardi Himal (5587m) on the Annapurna Himalayan range. A total wilderness and short with guest houses available on the route make this trip affordable is somewhat best opportunity for stunning view of Mardi Himal, Annapurna and Fish tail. This is one best and new trek trekked by few westerner and very photogenic.
Situated just east of the Annapurna Base Camp trek,, the Mardi Himal trek is a hidden gem, as few trekkers make their way to Mardi Himal’s Base Camp, spectacularly situated at the base of Mardi Himal and the beautiful and imposing Machapuchhre or Fishtail. The trail winds along small paths through ancient rhododendron forests, until you climb out at around 3300 m. Here, the landscape changes quite abruptly with amazing views of Mardi Himal, Machapuchhre, Annapurna South and Hiunchuli.
From High Camp (3580m) you can climb to the base camp in about 3 to 4 hours trek that offers one of spectacular close up views of the entire Annapurna Range. If you are fit enough, you can hike to hight camp further.
Day 01: Drive Pokhara to Khande about 45 mins and trek to Potana (1,950m) approx. 4 hours - Guest House accommodation
Day 02: Trek Pothana to Forest Camp (2,500m) approx. 7 hours - Guest House accommodation
Day 03: Trek Forest Camp to Low Camp (29,90m) approx. 4 hours - Guest House accommodation
Day 04: Trek Low Camp to High Camp (3,580) approx. 4 hours - Guest House accommodation
Day 06: Trek High Camp to Siding Village (1,885m) approx. 7 hours - Guest House accommodation
Day 08: Trek Lwang Village down to Khora Muk (1 hour) and drive back to Pokhara, approx. 2 hours
Private Arrangement trek cost:
1 pax: US$ 680 per person
2 pax: US$ 620 per person
3-5 pax US$ 535 per person
6-9 pax US$ 485 per person
Private Departures: any time upon request
Cost includes:
01: All meals and accommodation in lodge/tea house during the trek, sleeping bag
02: Service of trek guide
03: Porters to carry personal baggage each 15 kg.)
04: Accident insurance for staffs and porters
05: Annapurna Conservation entry permit (Please bring 2 passport size photos for permit)
06: Private transfers to trek start/end point from Pokhara airport or Hotel
Cost does not include:
01: Personal clothing
02: Airfare and transportation to and from Pokhara
03: Personal accident and health insurance
04: Emergency evacuation and medical-box
05: Alcoholic and bottled beverage, laundry, and tips.
06: Hotel accommodation, sightseeing and meals in Katmandu and Pokhara
| Start Date | End date | |
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| Departures | as per your choice dates | book now |
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trip hightlight
- Price : USD 485
- Destinations : Mardi Himal Base camp
- Max Elevation : 5587
- Weather : spring and Autumn seasons are good to trek this region
- Trip Duration : 8 days
- Trip Grade : Moderate