Mardi Himal Trekking


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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Early morning take a luxury tourist bus to Kathmandu.
Hotel in Kathmandu.
Included Meal: Breakfast and Farewell Dinner.

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.

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1. I hadn’t tried trekking till date. Should I have to do training for Mardi Himal Trekking?
If you are physically fit, you don’t need any training for trekking even if it’s your first time. You must walk for a 5-7 hour per day during the trek and the trail are uphill and downhill with a rough path so that you must be physically fit. And we had set such itinerary that’s make the trek a bit easier and more adventurous. The more you are physically fit, the more you can enjoy the trek.

2. Is Mardi Himla Trek difficult?
This trekking destination is comparatively is not hard trek then other but it’s ok if you are physically fit. The Mardi Himal Trek is of 12 days as you must walk for the 5 -7 hours per day for the 8 days. The trekking trail is rough, uphill and downhill. As the trial is not paved so the trial is rocky somewhere, so you must be careful if you have a weak ankle and the trail is also filled with the snow depending upon the season.

3. What sort of different facilities can I expect in the trekking trail?
You can expect a standard room at a 3-star category hotel with breakfast and launch in Kathmandu. But along the trekking trail, there are the tea houses and lodges providing the facility of accommodation and food. They provide the clean mattress and blanket as we offer you a Create Himalaya sleeping bag which is a good idea to have your own sleeping equipment (Sleeping bag must be returned after the trip). The lodges in trekking routes provide single or double bedrooms. The food during the trekking trial provided by the tea houses/lodges is delicious of mostly vegetarian fare. During the time of touring in the city area, you can be served with the local food as well as western food. Trekking in the high Himalaya, you will be served with the basic western food and local food. The local foods like Tibetan’s fries’ bread, soups, steamed and fried dumplings (momo), steamed and curried vegetable (Tarkari), different varieties of potatoes, lentils, and rice (dal-bhat). Different varieties of meats are also served by the tea house. The tea house served the eggs, toast, peanut butter, hot porridge, muesli, and local honey in the breakfast.
Each day dinner and breakfast will be at the lodges/tea houses where we’ll stay. And for a launch, we will stop on the trail where you can order a meal as per your choice. Our Guide will help you to stop at the best possible places to eat.

4. Is travel insurance needed for trekking?
Yes, you need travel insurance including mountain trekking or mountain climbing. You must assure that your travel insurance policy covers this destination. Some of the insurance companies do not cover expenses above contain altitude. A rescue cost $5,000 just for the helicopter. So, it is the most need for the coverage of the expenses.

5. What if I am sick during the trekking period?
Our guides had a trekking certificate from the Tourism center. They are trained about the first-aid training for high altitude too besides other training and they always carry the essential first-aid kit during trekking trial. So that they can take care of you in the minor case in the mountains as our guide are 24 hours available for the service during trek.
But, in the case of an emergency, our Guide carries the local sim card to be in contact with the office in Kathmandu. Our guide keeps on updating the situation of the Client, then the office will be managed to send the Helicopter in the trail if the client is seriously sick in the mountain.

6. Can I add the extra days to my trekking route?
Yes, you can add the extra days to explore the destination. But, you must pay the extra charge to the company to cover your expenses for the accommodation, food, transportation, and the charge of the Guide and Porter for the extra days.

7. What if I want a flight to/from Kathmandu and Pokhara?
In our pre-planned package of the trip, we had mentioned that we will provide the private vehicle to/from Kathmandu or Pokhara. But if you want a flight to/from Kathmandu or Pokhara, you must add a charge for a flight ticket for airfare.  

8. What is the alternative option of the trekking destination beside Mardi Himal destination in the same region?
 If you are seeking for the alternative destination beside this trekking destination, you can choose the Annapurna Base Camp, Annapurna PanoramaKhopra RidgeAnnapurna Circuit with Poon HillAnnapurna Circuit Via Tilicho Base CampSikles TrekJomsom MuktinathGhorepani Poon Hil, Upper Mustang Trek and Annapurna Circuit Trek which are amazing trekking routes.

9. How do I book this trip with your company?
At first, you must fill-up the form with your personal detail and trip detail with the date you preferred to start the trip, then you must send the 30% advance trip payment to our company in our bank account to secure your booking. But, if you cancel the trip then a 10% advance trip payment will be non-refundable and 20% will be refunded on your account.
On receiving your 30% advance trip payment and following personal document like a passport with scanned or photocopy, along with booking forms, then we will send you a full confirmation letter with a deposit as well as receipt of advance trip payment.
You can deposit advance trip payment through the bank account or Visa card, Master Card. And you can clear the remaining payment after you arrive in Kathmandu, Create Himalaya Office.

What is Included?

The cost mentioned for Mardi Himal Trek includes the following facilities and services. Services can be added or removed as per your need. Hence, cost also varies from the services and itinerary you include and exclude in Mardi Himal trek.

  • 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 trekking bag/duffel bag, 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

What is not Included?

The cost of Mardi Himal Trek does not include the following services.

  • Nepal entry visa fee per person US$ 50 only
  • Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara because of early arrival, late departure, early return from mountain due to any reason other than the scheduled itinerary
  • Travel Insurance and medical evacuation in case of emergency
  • Items of personal nature & all bar bills ie. Soft/hard drinks
  • Tips for Nepalese staffs etc.

Trip Introduction

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.


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, since this adventure entails traveling in remote mountainous regions, we cannot guarantee that we will not deviate from it. Weather conditions, 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.

 

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2018-09-13 09:33:37

Lilian Skønager

"Great Trekking in Nepal"

I have been trekking in Nepal 4 times since 2014 and will recommend all - old or young - to use Create Himalaya Adventure. As a guide Ramachandra Lamichhane will set the right pace and take you safely through your trek. Trekking in Nepal is great, and Surely I will be back soon.

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2018-08-15 07:38:55

Line Sonderup Hansen

"The best Trekking Places"

I went with Ram on the Mardi Himal trek, and it was the best and most beautiful trek I’ve been on. Every morning we had an amazing sunrise, and even though I felt bad, Ram took care of me and told me what to eat. Ram and the porters, Krishna and Santosh did a very good job, and we enjoyed the evenings together with them.

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Mardi Himal Trekking

From $1099 USD
Duration 11 Days

Tour Grade easy
Group Size 2-50 Max
Max. Altitude 4500m
Starting point Kathmandu
Ending Point Kathmandu
Meals Breakfast in Kathmandu & Pokhara / Full Board in Trekking
Accomodation Hotel in Kathmandu & Pokhara / Teahouse in Trekking
Transportation All Ground Transportation's (Flight if Required)

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