If you're looking for the perfect week-short trek, a little off the beaten trails of shepherds, and with great views, this trek is a great choice. It combines the best of quieter parts of the Annapurna and much more to offer: amazing mountain views, pastoral villages, and rice fields layered on top of each other, ascending towards the base camp and descending down into the valley.

The best part of the trip is it's pristine and unspoiled spot and so few people know about it.  The route follows a local trail that takes you into the valley north of Australian Camp, before ascending up to the high camp, known as "Rest Camp". Without a doubt, it's one of the best short treks in Nepal.

About the Trek:

11-Days -The pristine Mardi Himal Trek is second off-the-beaten-path just after the most famous trekking route of Annapurna Base Camp. The spot is the hidden jewel of the Annapurna Conservation Area. Comparatively only a Few trekkers make their way to the Mardi Himal Base Camp outstandingly positioned at the base of Mardi Himal and the Annapurna region´s most iconic mountain - Mt. Machhapuchhre literally meaning "Fishtail ''. The trail goes along small winding paths, through enchanted rhododendron forests until you climb out of the forest at an elevation of around 3,300 meters. The landscape changes quite abruptly into a rugged high mountain landscape, with amazing views of Mardi Himal, Machhapuchhre 6993m, Manaslu 8163m. Ganesh Himal, Annapurna South 7219m, and Hiunchuli.

In route to Mardi Himal Base Camp

Teks begin from Australian Camp passing the beautiful Dense Rhododendron forest. The last tea house is High Camp. From High Camp (3580m) you can trek steeply uphill to Mardi Himal Base Camp 4500m. about 3-4 hours, which offers spectacular close views of the entire Annapurna Range. There are simple guesthouses and homestays along the entire route. If you plan to do this trek in the winter months please book with us Create Himalaya Adventure – Kathmandu based registered Adventure Trekking Company operated by enthusiastic trekking pioneers with the motive of Explore Nepal with local Export.

Additional Feature:

During this trip, you will have a professional licensed guide, and travel on a comfortable private tourist vehicle or a coach as per mentioned in the package. While transferring from one city to another, you can have a comfortable journey in grounded transportation or airfare as per the itinerary. You also can customize this trek as per your preference. All accommodation in cities will be at 3 to 4-star categories hotels and teahouses available during the trip.

Major Highlights of the Trip

→ Pokhara Valley including Phewa Lake, Davis Fall
→ Australian Camp a panoramic View
→ Dhampus Village Typical Gurung Culture
→ An Excellent view of Sunrise from the Middle Viewpoint
→ Mind-Blowing view of Mt.Annapurna Region, Manaslu, Lamjung Himal, and Mt.Dhaulagiri Range 
→ Mardi Himal View Point, Mardi Himal Base Camp
→ Siding and Lumre Village

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1333m)
Day 02: Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing  and trip Preparation
Day 03: Kathmandu to Pokhara (820m) 7-8 hrs drive
Day 04: Pokhara to Australian Camp and trek to Pitam Deurali (2031m) 4-5 hrs walk
Day 05: Pitam Deurali to Rest Camp (2600m) 5-6 hrs walk
Day 06: Rest Camp to High Camp (3700m) 5-6 hrs walk
Day 07: Hike to Mardi Himal Base Camp (4500m) Back to Badal Danda (3400m) 6-7 hours walk
Day 08: Badal Danda to Lawang Village (1750m) 7-8 hrs walk
Day 09: Lawang Village drive to Pokhara 2 hrs drive
Day 10: Pokhara to Kathmandu (1333m) 7-8 hrs drive
Day 11: Final Departure

Included in the Cost

• Airport pickups and drops in a private vehicle
• 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 private vehicle as per the itinerary
• An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trekking Guide
• Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
• Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, Transportations, food, and accommodation
• Down jacket and sleeping bag  (to be returned after trip completion)
• Create Himalaya’s t-shirt and trekking map 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

When is the Best season for Mardi Himal Trek (Annapurna Region)?

Winter

December to February are the coldest months to trek, with the shortest days and the fewest people. There is often a lot of snow on the ground, especially above Pitam Deurali and getting to Destination can sometimes be very difficult or impossible. Many of the higher villages are abandoned for the winter.

Spring

March, April, and May are some of the busier months and for good reason. The days are getting warmer, the weather is mostly stable and the climbing season is in full swing. It really is an amazing sight from  Badal Danda a, High Camp, Viewpoints, and Mardi Himal Base Camp. The flowers are blooming on the Rhododendrons and the terraced fields turn green with new shoots of vegetables.

Summer

From June to August the summer monsoons bring rain and snow. There are fewer visitors during these months, although some of the most beautiful, warm, blue-sky days occur now. Usually, by the afternoon, there is a rainstorm or snow higher up.

Autumn

This is the most popular time to visit the Annapurna Area. September through November is a time of steady weather patterns, less precipitation, and cleaner air. The lodges are full and everyone is friendly. If you enjoy meeting new friends, want the best chance for great weather and don’t mind an empty, this is the best trekking season.

Tour Note

Your safety is of paramount concern while traveling with Create Himalaya Adventure. Please note that your leader has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to safety concerns. Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary. However, this adventure entails traveling in remote mountainous regions, we cannot guarantee that we will not deviate from it. Weather, the health condition of a group member, unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in the itinerary. The leader will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required.

Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu 1333m
Description : Our office representative will welcome you at Tribhuvan International Airport upon your arrival and then transfer you to the hotel. Take some rest at the hotel and later visit Create Himalaya Adventure’s office. A welcome dinner will be offered in the evening along with tour briefing by our team.
Hotel in Kathmandu.
Included Meal: Welcome Dinner.


Day 2 : Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing and trip Preparation
Description : After breakfast, you begin your sightseeing tour by visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites within Kathmandu.
Kathmandu Durbar Square:-
Kathmandu Durbar Square showcases Nepalese art and architecture at its best. The architecture is typical of the Malla dynasty who ruled over Nepal from the 12th to the 18th century.
Swyambhunath:-
Swyambhunath Temple is popular among foreigners as the Monkey Temple owing to the large monkey population residing in the area.
Pasupatinath:-
Pasupatinath Temple is situated on the banks of the Bagmati River and is one of the principal temples of Lord Shiva.
Bauddhanath Stupa:-
The Bauddhanath Stupa is one of the largest stupa's in South Asia.
Hotel in Kathmandu.
Included Meal: Breakfast.


Day 3 : Drive to Pokhara 820m 7-8 hours
Description : After hot breakfast drive 200km to Pokhara and it takes about 6-7 hours from Kathmandu by tourist bus. It is an exciting and romantic drive that we can enjoy a beautiful scenic view of terraced rice field, eye-catching landscape, Trisuli, and Marsyangdi Rivers and spectacular panoramic view of Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Lamjung Himal and most of Annapurna Himalayan Range are seen. The tourist coach stops for breakfast at 09:00 am and at around 12:00 for lunch on the way to Pokhara.
Hotel in Pokhara.
Included Meal: Breakfast Lunch.


Day 4 : Drive to Australian Camp and trek to Pitam Deurali 2031 m 4-5 hours walk
Description : After having a warm breakfast at Pitam Deurali. you Drive One hour to Australian Camp and commence our trek to Pitam Deurali at the elevation of 2031m. The trail is steep until Australian Camp and pleasant easy walk up to the Destination.
Overnight at Teahouse in Pitam Deurali.
Included Meal: Breakfast Lunch Dinner.


Day 5 : Pitam Deurali to Rest Camp 2600m 5-6 hours walk
Description : After having a mountain Breakfast at Pitam Deurali. where you will turn off the main Annapurna Sanctuary trek and continue along a quiet trail through a dense forest of oak, maple, hemlock, and rhododendron. you across the forest camp and trek one of the lodges in a clearing of the forest at Rest Camp or also known by the locals as Kokar.
Overnight at teahouse in Rest Camp.
Included Meal: Breakfast Lunch Dinner.


Day 6 : Rest Camp to High Camp (3700m) 5-6 hrs walk
Description : The trail continues from Rest Camp to High Camp passing through Low Camp, Badal Danda and the forest however as we ascend the vegetation starts to change with more rhododendron and the trees are covered with moss, lichen and tree ferns. At High Camp, there are several lodges with a dining room and open fire. The view from High Camp is superb with Mount Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, etc. are visible.
Overnight at Teahouse in High Camp.
Included Meal: Breakfast Lunch Dinner.


Day 7 : Hike to Mardi Himal Base Camp (4500m) Back to Badal Danda (3400m) 6-7 hours walk
Description : The plan for today is to wake early for a sunrise view of the mountains then after an early breakfast walk up the ridge towards Mardi Himal Base Camp. There is a well-established trail through the grass with a couple of steeper sections however overall not too challenging. Look out for the Dzokpo (yak/ cow crossbred) grazing up here as well as Danphe. In the summer the sheep and goats from lower villages are brought up to graze in this area so you will pass a number of herder’s huts along the way. After three hours you should reach Base Camp at the elevation of 4500m this is where one can look into the Annapurna Sanctuary and the panorama view is spectacular looking at the south face of Annapurna and all of the peaks in the Sanctuary as well as Hiunchuli and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail). back to high camp and trek down to Badal Danda for 1.5 hours.
Overnight at Teahouse in Badal Danda.
Included Meal: Breakfast Lunch Dinner.


Day 8 : Badal Danda to Lwang Village(1750m) 7-8 hrs walk
Description : On the way back we take a different route so completing a circuit, from Low Camp there is a trail that goes down to Siding village rather than going back down Mardi Himal back to Kokar. After Siding trek continues to Lwang Village, that village is a traditional Nepalese village and still very much away from the busier modern tourist treks and it is likely you will stay at a homestay. It is a wonderful cultural experience finding out more about village life and you will probably eat dal baht in the evening with the family in their kitchen.
Overnight at Teahouse in Lwang Village.
Included Meal: Breakfast Lunch Dinner.


Day 9 : Lawang Village drive to Pokhara 2 hrs drive
Description : After having breakfast at home Stay you will climb up 30 minutes to see the Community tea garden at Lawang village. Take a bus or jeep to Pokhara
Stay Overnight at Hotel in Pokhara.
Included Meal: Breakfast.


Day 10 : Pokhara Drive to Kathmandu 1333m 7-8 hours
Description : Early morning take a luxury tourist bus to Kathmandu.
Hotel in Kathmandu.
Included Meal: Breakfast and Farewell Dinner.


Day 11 : Final Departure
Description : Last day in Nepal, the land of Himalayan wonders as per your international flight time our staff will transfer you to the airport for your flight homeward bound or to respective destination with a wonderful experience.
Included Meal: Breakfast.

Hotel in Kathmandu & Pokhara / Teahouse in Trekking

Breakfast in Kathmandu & Pokhara / Full Board in Trekking