Mardi Himal Trek - 12 Days

Day 1: Day 01: Arrival Kathmandu (1400m)

1. Kathmandu
   1 day
   It’s a fantastic feeling to fly over the land of Nepal. You can see beautiful snow-covered mountains. After you land at Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be greeted by our team at the arrivals and escort you to your hotel.

Day 2: Day 02: Drive to Pokhara (822m) - 210 km / 6-7 hours

1. Pokhara Lakeside
   7h
   After having breakfast at the hotel, you will be transported to the Tourist Bus Station where you will board the bus to Pokhara which is about 6-7 hours away from Kathmandu. On the way you will be able to see various cultures from Nepal and the traditional villages they live in. You will also see famous rivers such as the Trishuli and Marshyangdi on the way.

Day 3: Day 03: Drive to Kande(1700m) - 1 hour / Trek to Pothana (1900m) - 3 hours (B,L,D)

1. Australian Camp
   4h
   After Breakfast you will be driven to Kande, from where you will begin the trek. You will trek to Australian Camp, and descend to Pothana. It offers a wonderful captivating view of the Machhapuchhre peak.

Day 4: Day 04: Trek to Forest camp (2600 m) – 5hrs (B,L,D)

1. 5h
   Today, you will head off into the wilderness. You will pass through the enchanting forest of birch, rhododendron, oak, maple and hemlock enjoying the stunning view of the snowcapped mountains, and then you will reach Forest Camp, your destination for the day. Here, you can also hear the magnificent sounds of various birds.

Day 5: Day 05: Trek to Badal Danda (3210 m) – 5hrs (B,L,D)

1. 5h
   Leaving the Forest Camp, you will walk into the forest full of rich flora. You get to see the mosses and lichen, tree ferns and orchids on the way. Through the natural windows in the wood you get to see the impressive view of Hiunchuli and Annapurna South. You will reach at Badal Danda in the afternoon. The place offers the spectacular northern views of the ever-closer Machhapuchhre.

Day 6: Day 06: Trek to High Camp (3550m) – 4hrs (B,L,D)

1. Annapurna Mountain Range
   4h
   You will begin walking through the jungle, which ends shortly opening into a ridge covered with grass or snow. Continuing on the path, you reach High Camp. It’s a short trek. You can enjoy the fantastic view of Annapurna South which seems at a stone’s throw away and Machhapuchhre close enough to touch. You stay overnight at High Camp.

Day 7: Day 07: Trek to Mardi Himal Base Camp (4500m) and back to High Camp(3550m) – 8 hrs (B,L,D)

1. Mardi Himal Trek
   Pass by
   Today you will have breakfast and climb up to Mardi Himal Base camp and descend down to High Camp, so it’s a longer day compared to earlier days. If the weather is clear, you will hike up to 5000m, where only a crest of Mardi Himal separates you from the south face of Machhapuchhre. You get the breathtaking views of the great ice fields and blue glaciers of the Sanctuary Wall that lie below, panorama of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Ganesh Himal.

Day 8: Day 08: Trek to Kalimati (1600m) – 5 hrs (B,L,D)

1. Mardi Himal Trek
   5h
   Today you will descend to Kalimati through the thick forest then into the farmlands to rich Mardi Khola, the river that originates from Mardi Himal. Continuing on the trail you will then pass through the remote and off beaten trail to army valley and into the small village of Kalimati.

Day 9: Day 09: Trek to Lwang – 5 hrs (B,L,D)

1. Lwangghale
   5h
   You will follow the path from Siding, which gradually descends into river valley, then down between the pastures through the Tamang and Gurung villages. Finally you reach Lwang village and stay overnight at Lwang. Here you can explore the organic tea garden and taste some tea.

Day 10: Day 10: Drive to Pokhara(822m) (B)

1. Pokhara Lakeside
   4h
   After breakfast, you will take an easy walk along an outcrop and back to the road, where you will meet your transfer vehicle. You will be driven back to Pokhara.

Day 11: Day 11: Drive to Kathmandu(1400m) (B)

1. Kathmandu
   7h
   After delightful breakfast, you will bid farewell to Pokhara and drive back to Kathmandu enjoying the bird eye view of the various scenic villagers on the way. Rest of day is free for activities of your choice.

Day 12: Day 12: Final Departure (B)

1. Kathmandu
   1 day
   This is your last day in Nepal. You will be taken to the airport for your flight back home.

Pickup details

We provide pick up services from the airport to designated hotel where we meet.

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness