The Mardi Himal Trek is the trending short trekking trail that lies in Annapurna Region. Due to amazing views of mountains, this trekking trail became a bucket list for travelers within a short span of time.

On this Trek, you will be very close to Mt. Machhapuchhre and Annapurna Ranges too. Apart from that, you can taste local cultural experience, Lush forests, hilly terrain, and panoramic views of mountains.

Till some years ago, trekking to Mardi Himal was like off the beaten path but now it’s completely changed. Because during the main trekking season on this trial, more than 200 people check-in each day. And this trend is uplifting year by year. So we categorized the Mardi Himal as a trending trekking trail of Nepal.

Sounds surprising but it’s real that Mardi Himal beat the most popular route of the Annapurna region without government promotional activities. Many say that it is a hidden gem of Annapurna, Nepal.

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6 Days Trek information

For a short trek in Annapurna, Mardi Himal Trekking 6 days is one of the best. Within 6 days duration, you can do it from Kathmandu to Kathmandu.

If we compared other older trekking trails in Annapurna, Mardi Trekking is less crowded. The trail is awesome and the view from the Mardi Himal Base Camp Hike is absolutely outstanding.

Most of the trail on Mardi Himal Hiking lies inside the Forest. We can do either Teahouse or camping. There are simple guesthouses and Homestays along the entire route. This trek provides cultural experience, delightful forests along with rocky mountain terrain, and panoramic views of the mountains, astonishing landscape, and a stunning waterfall.

What are the Main Attractions of trail?

There are lots of things which make sense to do trekking to Mardi Himal. Here I’d pointed out some highlights.

Getting there and Away

Our Trekking Guide picks you up from your hotel and your team will drive Kathmandu Newbuspark to Phedi-Pokhara By Micro Bus. It takes approx 7 hours to get Phedi( trekking starting point.) And your trekking will be finished at Lumle,Kaski. From Lumre you can get Local Bus to reach Pokhara City.

Where is The Mardi Himal Trek?

Mardi Himal Trek is located at Kaski, Gandaki Pradesh. Lap of Fishtail mountains, there is a small peak which is known as Mardi Himal. The altitude of Mardi Himal is 5,587-metre (18,330 ft). In terms of mountain ranges, it is situated at Annapurna Himalayan Range.

When is the Best Trekking Season for the Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek?

Though trekking to Mardi Himal is double throughout the year, there are some seasons that are indeed the best time to visit there. Autumn and Spring are the best time of the year to make a visit to Mardi Himal Base Camp due to stable and clear weather.

Which Itinerary for the Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek is Best?

It depends on your holiday time in Nepal. There are many beautiful places adjoining the Mardi trail. All the side trips of the Mardi Himal are just awesome. Among them Starting from Kande and Ending at Siding is the best short itinerary.

How difficult is the Mardi Himal Trek?

In short, it is a moderately difficult trek as it’s maximum elevation is 3660m(High Camp). For those who have previous trekking experience, it is easy trekking for them. Likewise, for those who are novice trekkers, trekking to Mardi Himal Base Camp might be medium-difficult trekking as each day 5-6 hours walking with uphill climbs.

What types of accommodations can I expect while doing the Mardi Himal Trek?

As this trek lies near Pokhara, at the beginning or even end of the trek you will probably stay in Pokhara and you can expect a decent Hotel according to your budget. But along the Mardi trek, you are likely to stay in teahouses. You will find a basic teahouse whilst trekking to Mardi but views from the teahouse makes accommodation worthwhile.

How safe is Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek?

If you go through your own way or with those who ever trekked to Mardi Himal Base Camp can be dangerous in the case of missing the way. Above the High Camp to Mardi Himal Base, there are some parts where you need to have a guide who knows the safe trail. So if you are trekking with a guide who visited it already, trekking to Mardi Himal is safe.

What to see while trekking to the Mardi Himal Base Camp?

At the very beginning of the trek, you will see Manaslu, Lamjung Himal, Boudha Himal, and the whole Annapurna range from Dhampus.

On the way, we can see Mount Dhaulgari from Pitam Deurali. Likewise from Low Camp to High Camp, you will see amazing views of Machhapuchhre Himal, Annapurna South, Mardi Himal, and Hiunchuli Peak.

Regardless, from ViewPoint to Mardi Himal Base Camp, you will see dramatic views of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Annapurna Fang, Annapurna III, Mardi Himal, and Machhapuchhre.

6 Days Mardi Himal Trek Itinerary

Trek Duration

You can do Mardi Trek within 6 days to 10 days. If you have limited time like 6 days in Nepal then you can fly in and Fly out to Pokhara to Kathmandu. It can save your 2 days time. From Pokhara you can do Mardi Himal Base Camp also 4 nights 5 days. But if you have more than a week’s time then you can extend your trip. You can do Annapurna Base Camp Trek with Mardi Himal.

Taking Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu flights and start the trek on the same day is ideal for the tourist who has holidays less than a week. We also provide tailor-made for this trek, so please contact us giving your details and requirements. We can also offer you this trek itinerary 3 nights 4 days from Pokhara to Pokhara.

Cost

The Cost for Mardi Trek is 498 USD per person for 6 days trekking Kathmandu to Pokhara. This is the cheapest offer from Base Camp Hike Pvt Ltd. If you are in a group, you’ll get some discount for Mardi Trekking.