5 Days Mardi Himal Trek
The comfortable classic from Pokhara with a backup day for the summit view.
From USD 398Details
Annapurna region · Nepal
Mardi Himal Trek
Experience the Mardi Himal Trek from Pokhara in 5 relaxing days, or choose a 3 to 4-day express route. Journey through vibrant Rhododendron forests to the foot of Mt. Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) with experienced local guides, cozy teahouse stays, and transparent, all-inclusive pricing. No hidden costs.
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- 287+ Mardi trekkers guided
- From USD 398 per person
- Max altitude4,500 meter14,764 feet · Mardi Base Camp
- Duration3 to 7 days5 days recommended
- DifficultyEasy to ModerateBeginner friendly
- Best seasonMar to May, Sep to DecSpring & autumn
- Group size2 to 10Private: any size
- StayTeahouse lodgesTwin sharing
- PermitsAll required PermitArranged by us
- Wi-Fi & networkEntire trailMost teahouses
Overview
Big Himalayan views without a big time commitment - Mardi Himal Trek
The Mardi Himal Trek is one of the best short treks in Nepal. We usually complete it comfortably in 5 days from and to Pokhara. If you only have 3 or 4 days and can walk 6 to 8 hours a day, a faster version works too – and if you have more time, we can combine it with Poon Hill, Khopra Ridge, Mulde Viewpoint or Annapurna Base Camp.
The trail climbs from lush rhododendron forest to high alpine meadows, finishing at Mardi Himal Base Camp (4,500 m / 14,764 ft) beneath Machhapuchhre and Annapurna South. Well-kept paths and gradual ascents make it ideal for first-timers and families, while the push to Base Camp gives experienced trekkers a real challenge.
Mardi Himal Trek is one of the best short-duration trek in Nepal. This trail is highly demanded for short-day trekking in Nepal, as it is enriched with amazing mountain views. We can do this trek comfortably in 5 days from and to Pokhara. However, if you have only 3 to 4 days for the trek and can walk 6 to 8 hours a day, you can also complete the Mardi trek in 3 to 4 days. Thus depending on the itinerary, we can accomplish the Mardi Himal Trekking 3 to 5 days.
Along with 5 days comfortable itinerary, we also offer 4-day and 3-day (fast paced) itineraries that are perfect for those who want to complete the trek quickly. If you’ve more days for the trek, we can extend the duration of the Mardi Trek. We can combine the Mardi trek with other popular treks in the Annapurna region, such as Poon Hill, Khopra Ridge, Mulde Viewpoint and Annapurna Base Camp Trek.
Located in the Annapurna region, the Mardi Himal Trekking suitable for beginners trekkers, family trekking, and for experienced trekkers too as we can hike up to Mardi Himal Base Camp , 4500meter ( 14, 764 feet ). Along with eye-catching mountains views, the Mardi trek offers stunning landscapes, from lush rhododendron forests to high alpine meadows.
For beginners/entry-level trekkers, the well-maintained trails and gradual ascents provide an ideal attempt of trekking, while experienced trekkers will appreciate the challenge of reaching the pristine Mardi Himal Base Camp.
With breathtaking views of the Annapurna and Machapuchare, the Mardi Trek promises an enriching experience for all. This trek is for you if you’re seeking a harmonious balance of adventure and natural splendor.
If you are searching for the best package for MARDI HIMAL TREKKING, you are in the right place. On this website, you will find the best possible itineraries that combine Mardi Trekking with other treks in the Annapurna region, as well as very short route itinerary.
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Is the Mardi Trek right for you?
While the Mardi Himal Trek is considered a moderately challenging trek, its difficulty depends on your physical fitness level. Trekking up to Mardi Himal High Camp is easy and suitable for those new to trekking.
If you want to make a more challenging experience, you can hike to Mardi Himal View Point or even all the way up to Mardi Himal Base Camp. Overall, the Mardi Himal Trek is suitable for both novice and experienced trekkers.
Beginners
Trekking up to High Camp (3,560 meter) and the Mardi Himal Lower Viewpoint ( 4,000 meter ). Easy to moderate, no trekking experience needed.
Experienced
Push on to the Upper View Point (4,200 meter ) or Mardi Himal Base Camp (4,500 meter) for the full challenge.
Recommended itinerary
5 Days Mardi Himal Trek from and to Pokhara
Two versions of the same 5 days. Pick the pace that suits you – starting from Kathmandu adds a short flight to Pokhara.
Designed for beginners or those trekking in Nepal for the first time. This itinerary features a more gradual ascent, allowing better acclimatization and reducing the risk of AMS (Altitude Mountain Sickness).
- Day 1Drive to Kande and trek to Deurali (2,100 meter )
- Day 2Trek from Deurali to Rest Camp (2,600 meter)
- Day 3Trek from Rest Camp to High Camp (3,550 meter )
- Day 4Hike to Mardi Himal Base Camp, back to Badal Danda (3,230 meter)
- Day 5Trek to Kalimati and drive to Pokhara (822 meter)
Designed for those who’ve done high-altitude trekking before. This itinerary includes 1 backup day in case the view from High Camp is not visible on the summit day. Even if the backup day is used, you can still return to Pokhara on the 5th day.
- Day 1Drive to Dhampus and trek to Forest Camp (2,550 meter )
- Day 2Trek from Forest Camp to High Camp (3,550 meter )
- Day 3Hike to Mardi Himal Base Camp and back to Badal Danda (3,230 meter)
- Day 4Trek from Badal Danda to Landruk (1,600 meter)
- Day 5Trek from Landruk to Siwai and trek to Pokhara (822 meter)
Day by day
Detailed walk-through of the Kande → Mardi Himal View Point ( Base Camp ) → Kalimati route. The first-timers version follows the same trail with a gentler start from Kande.
1Drive to Kande and trek to Deurali
Today marks the first day of our trek, and on this day, you will be picked up by your guide from your hotel in Pokhara to start the Mardi Himal Trek. We will then drive to Kande and start our trek.
The total distance from Kande to Deurali is about 5.8 kilometers (3.6 miles), and it takes approximately 4 to 5 hours to walk. We will stay at a teahouse in Deurali ( a beautiful spot from where we can see the Annapurna range if we get clear weather. Stay overnight at a teahouse in Deurali.
2Trek from Deurali to Rest Camp
Today marks the second day of our trek and on this day, we’ll trek to Rest Camp from Deurali. After having breakfast at a teahouse in Deurali, we’ll trek to Rest Camp. On the way, you’ll see oak, maple, rhododendron, and hemlock trees. The total distance from Deurali to Rest Camp is about 7 kilometers (4.3 miles), and it takes approximately 5 to 6 hours to walk. Stay overnight at a teahouse in Rest Camp.
3Trek from Rest Camp to High Camp
On the third day of our trek, we will trek from Rest Camp to High Camp. Around 2 to 2.5 hours of walking from Rest Camp, you will reach Low Camp.
From Low Camp, you will have awesome views of Mount Fishtail. Low Camp is the junction of two trails: one from Forest Camp and the other from Siding. Those who want to finish the Mardi Himal trek within 4 days follow the Siding to Low Camp trail.
We can have lunch at Low Camp or Badal Danda, whichever you prefer. In one and a half hours of walking from Low Camp, we will reach Badal Danda. From Badal Danda, you will have magical mountain views (360-degree views). Beyond Badal Danda, we will have a great view of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and Fishtail. The trail will also be treeless due to the high elevation.
The trail continues to High Camp through the grassland with some isolated Rhododendron bushes along the way. You may see the colorful Danphe pheasant on this section of the trail. After walking for another 2-3 hours from Badal Danda, we will reach High Camp. High Camp offers superb views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), and Mardi Himal. High Camp is the last camp of the Mardi Himal Trek. The total distance from Rest Camp to High Camp is about 6.5 kilometers (4.1 miles), and it takes approximately 5 to 6 hours to walk.
4Hike to Mardi Himal Base Camp (4,500 meter) or Mardi Himal Viewpoint (4,200 meter) and back to Badal Danda
On the fourth day of our trek, we will hike to Mardi Himal Base Camp or Viewpoint (depending on your interest). Today marks the most highlighted and challenging day of our 5-day Mardi Trekking. We will wake up around 3:40 AM and start our hike around 4 AM.
We will go to Mardi Himal Base Camp without luggage but with a daypack, as we have to come back to the same place after the hike. We have to wake up early in the morning to catch the sunrise view from the viewpoint or on the way to the viewpoint (depending on walking speed). If we start in the late morning, we will miss the beautiful sunrise views as well as the eye-catching mountain views because of clouds/fog.
Generally, clouds start in the late morning. After around 2 hours of walking from High Camp, we will reach the viewpoint station. There are three tea shops where we can have tea or coffee with amazing mountain views. For breakfast, we have to pack breakfast that we can eat along the way. The kitchen will not be ready by the time we start hiking. We will hike through the narrow way from the lower viewpoint before reaching the upper viewpoint. However, the view at the end of the trek makes all the hard work worth it. Machhapuchhre is a sacred mountain in Nepal. No one has ever climbed the summit because of its sacred value. To date, Machhapuchhre remains unclimbed. On the way to Mardi Himal Base Camp, we can see Mardi Himal (5587m), Machhapuchhre (6993m), Annapurna South (7219m), Hiunchuli (6441m), Annapurna I (8091m), Baraha Shikhar (Annapurna Fang) (7647m), Tent Peak (5695m), Singha Chuli (6501m), and more others. After reaching Mardi Himal Base Camp, we will retrace to High Camp and have lunch. After lunch at High Camp, we will trek to Badal Danda, which will be one and a half hours of walking.
The total distance from High Camp to Mardi Himal Base Camp and back to Badal Danda is about 10 kilometers (6.2 miles), and it takes approximately 7 to 8 hours to walk. Stay overnight at a teahouse in Badal Danda.
5Trek to Kalimati and drive to Pokhara
Today marks the last day of our 5-Day Mardi Himal Trek. On this day, we will trek to Kalimati from Badal Danda and drive to Pokhara. From Badal Danda, we will descend to Forest Camp using the same way that we used before. However, from Forest Camp, we will follow a different route to go to Kalimati. We will have lunch at Rest Camp or Forest Camp.
The total distance between Badal Danda and Kalimati is 8 km ( 5 miles ), and it takes approximately 5 to 6 hours to walk. From Kalimati, we’ll take a Private Jeep to drive to Pokhara. Upon reaching your hotel in Pokhara, our trek will be concluded.
Cost 2026 & 2027
Mardi Himal Trek Cost/Prices ( Group discount )
Prices are per person for the 5-day trek. Group discounts apply to groups you form yourself, not to groups we combine.
What the Standard package includes?
A standard package covers twin-share teahouse rooms while on the trek, three meals a day, a licensed guide, a porter, permits, and much more, which you can view in the inclusions listed here.
Group sizePer person
1 person (solo)USD 520
2 persons Most bookedUSD 398
3 personsUSD 385
4 personsUSD 380
5 personsUSD 376
6 personsUSD 360
7 personsUSD 355
8 personsUSD 350
9 personsUSD 345
10 personsUSD 330
11 to 19 personsUSD 315
20 to 29 personsUSD 300
30 or moreUSD 290
Short on time?
3-day Mardi Himal Base Camp trek with helicopter return via Annapurna Base Camp at USD 1,950 per person (based on 2 people). Departs on your chosen date.
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Cost and Date for Group Join Trekking (Small Group, Maximum 5 persons)
| Trek Dates | Price | Space Left | Request for Join |
| November 13 - November 17, 2026 | USD 398 | 4 Person | |
| November 18 - November 22, 2026 | USD 398 | 5 Person | |
| November 23 - November 27, 2026 | USD 398 | 5 Person | |
| November 27 - November 30, 2026 | USD 398 | 5 Person | |
| November 30 - December 04, 2026 | USD 398 | 5 Person |
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What's included in the package?
Included in the package
- Private jeep/cab (depending on group size) transfer from your hotel in Pokhara to Dhampus (trekking starting point)
- Private jeep/cab (depending on group size) transfer from Siwai (trekking ending point) to your hotel in Pokhara
- Standard full-board meals (5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, and 4 dinners), with 1 main course per meal
- 3 cups of tea or coffee each trekking day
- Best available twin-sharing teahouse accommodation during the trekking
- All required trekking permits
- An experienced, English-speaking, licensed local trekking guide
- Dedicated porter service for the trekking (shared between 2 guests; carries up to 22kg in total)
- All expenses for the guide and porters, including their insurance, meals, and accommodation
- First aid kit with an oximeter
- Duffel bag for the trekking (to be returned after the trip)
- Seasonal fruits and cookies (served daily during the trekking)
- Trekking Completion Certificate
- All applicable Nepal Government taxes, and company service charges
Excluded from the package
- Accommodation and meals during your stay in Kathmandu and Pokhara
- All types of drink items except for 3 cups of tea/coffee each trekking day
- Dessert food, snacks, and bar bills
- All sorts of personal expenses such as laundry, Wi-Fi, and hot showers during the trekking
- Personal trekking equipment and clothing
- Additional costs that may arise from factors beyond our control, such as adverse weather conditions, illness, strikes, or other unforeseen circumstances
- Tipping for guide and porter (expected)
- All other things not mentioned in the INCLUDED section
Why Base Camp Hike
Mardi Himal Trek specialists since day one
We have guided 287+ happy trekkers on this trail alone. Book in under 15 minutes. We tailor the trip to your dates, budget, fitness, and preferences.
Local Mardi Trek specialists
Guides who have walked this trail more than 30 of times.
All-inclusive prices
Permits, meals, accommodation, guide and porter in one clear price. Group discounts built in.
10% deposit, free changes
Reserve with a small deposit and cancel up to 7 days before the trek.
Safety first
Oxygen level check during the trek, first aid kit and a backup-day option for the summit.
Full-board on trek
Breakfast, lunch and dinner plus daily tea/coffee, fruits and cookies.
8 itineraries
From 3-day Short Mardi Himal Trek to 14-days Mardi Trek with ABC, Poon Hill or Khopra Ridge.
Base Camp Hike Pvt Ltd is a government-licensed local trekking operator in Kathmandu. Most of our bookings come from repeat clients and their friends.
Meet the teamChoose your trek
Mardi Himal packages from 3 to 14 days
Every package can be run as a private trip on your dates or joined with a small group ( maximum 5 people on group join basis ).
4 Days Mardi Himal Trek
Slightly faster pace for trekkers who can walk 6 to 7 hours a day.
From USD 368Details
3 Days Mardi Himal Trek
Very short route from and to Pokhara for fit, experienced hikers.
From USD 325Details
7 Days Mardi Himal Trek from Kathmandu
7 days Mardi Himal Trek from and to Kathmandu
From USD 430Details
Khopra Ridge with Mardi Himal
The best mountain viewpoint, Mulde Viewpoint and Poon Hill after Mardi Base Camp.
From USD 875Details
Annapurna Base Camp with Mardi Himal
Stand at two base camps beneath Annapurna and Machhapuchhre.
From USD 795Details
FAQ
Mardi Himal Trek questions, answered
Everything you need to know before trekking to Mardi Himal Base Camp
Is hiking experience necessary? Is it suitable for beginner trekkers?
No, prior hiking experience is not required. The Mardi Himal trek is rated easy to moderate — if you can walk 5 to 6 hours a day, you are sufficiently fit. It is a great choice for beginner and novice trekkers.
How many days does the Mardi Himal trek take?
Between 3 and 7 days from Pokhara depending on your pace. The 5-day itinerary is the most popular; the shortest is 3 days.
How difficult is the Mardi Himal Base Camp trek?
The trek is rated easy to moderate. On a 5-day itinerary, expect 6 to 7 hours of walking per day on steep and uneven terrain. No technical climbing skills are required.
How high does the trek go? Is altitude sickness a risk?
The highest point is Mardi Himal Base Camp at 4,500 m (14,764 ft). The highest overnight is High Camp at 3,560 m, where the risk is relatively low. Some trekkers feel mild symptoms on the day hike to Base Camp – hydrate, go slowly and tell your guide.
What permits do I need?
An ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit) and a TIMS card. Both are included in our packages and arranged before the trek.
When is the best time to trek Mardi Himal?
The two best seasons are Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September–November) . Spring offers Stable weather, clear skies, and blooming rhododendrons along the trail. Autumn offers the clearest Himalayan views of the year. Both seasons are busy. To avoid crowds, trek just before or after the peak window. Monsoon (June–August) is not advisable due to heavy rain, slippery trails, and poor mountain visibility.
How high is the highest point of the Mardi Himal Trek?
The highest point is Mardi Himal Base Camp at 4,500m (14,764ft) above sea level. The highest overnight stay is at High Camp at 3,560m.
Do I need a guide for Mardi Himal?
Hiring a guide is not compulsory but is strongly recommended, especially for novice trekkers. A guide helps with navigation, provides local insights, and ensures your safety throughout the journey. Even experienced hikers benefit from a guide on this trail. Independent trekking is possible, but it is not advisable. Trekking with a registered company ensures a safer and more comfortable experience, particularly in sections where trail markings are limited.
How do I get to the starting point?
The trek starts from Kande or Dhampus Phedi, both easily reachable from Pokhara by private taxi or shared jeep. To reach Pokhara from Kathmandu, you can fly (25 to 30 minutes) or take a bus or private vehicle (7 to 8 hours).
Can I extend or combine the trek?
Yes. Popular combinations are Mardi Himal + Annapurna Base Camp (12–14 days), + Khopra Ridge (10 days) and + Poon Hill (7–9 days). It can also be shortened to 3 days.
Are there ATMs on the trail?
No. Withdraw enough Nepali rupees in Kathmandu or Pokhara before you start.
Are there any age restrictions for the Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek?
There are no official age restrictions, but the trek is generally recommended for individuals aged 12 and above due to its physical demands. Good health and a reasonable level of fitness are important for all participants.
What is the difficulty level of the Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek?
The trek is rated easy to moderate. On a 5-day itinerary, expect 6 to 7 hours of walking per day on steep and uneven terrain. No technical climbing skills are required.
What accommodation options are available on the Mardi Himal trail?
Basic guesthouses and teahouses are available along the entire Mardi trail. They provide beds, blankets, freshly cooked meals from a full menu, and Wi-Fi at most stops.
Are there water sources available along the trail?
Limited natural water sources exist along the trail where you can refill bottles. However, to avoid waterborne illness it is recommended to either purchase safe drinking water from teahouses or use water purification tablets or a filter.
How far ahead should I book?
Booking a few months in advance is recommended, especially during peak seasons (spring and autumn), to secure a professional guide, teahouse accommodation, and all permits. Booking with Base Camp Hike takes less than 15 minutes.
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