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The Mardi Himal Trek is easy, but before enrolling, there are many things you need to know to make your journey comfortable. Here, we’ve compiled the most frequently asked questions about the Mardi Himal Trek.
No prior experience is needed. This is a very easy trek. If you can walk for 5 to 6 hours a day, that is more than enough. This trek is perfectly suitable for beginners and novice trekkers.
Based on our itinerary, you should expect to walk 5 to 6 hours each day, covering a distance of 10 to 15 km.
Sure! You can easily visit Mardi Himal Base Camp with your family members. As it is a straightforward route, it is absolutely family-friendly.
For domestic tourists (Nepali citizens), permits are not required. However, international tourists, including Indian citizens, must obtain trekking permits to visit Mardi Himal.
As this trail lies within the Annapurna Region, you will need the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) Permit and the TIMS (Tourist Information Management System) Permit. If booked through a trekking agency, the ACAP permit costs USD 30 and the TIMS permit costs USD 10 for foreign nationals.
Our trekking guide will pick you up from your hotel, and your team will drive to Pokhara by tourist bus. It takes approximately 7 hours to reach Pokhara. The next day, we will drive to Kande, which is the trailhead. At the end of the trek, we will take a shared passenger jeep from Siding back to Pokhara.
The Mardi Himal Trek is a classic teahouse trek. You will stay in basic teahouse accommodations (usually a small room with 2 twin beds) throughout the journey. Since this trek is near Pokhara, you will likely stay in a decent hotel that fits your budget at the beginning and end of the trip. While the teahouses along the trail offer basic facilities, the stunning mountain views make it entirely worthwhile. Note: We recommend bringing your own sleeping bag, even though the teahouses usually provide blankets.
Yes, you can hire a local guide from us (Base Camp Hike) if you prefer not to book a full-board package. We have around a dozen guides who have visited Mardi Himal multiple times. A guide costs between USD 20 to USD 30 per day, depending on the season. Porters cost USD 18 per day. For detailed information regarding guide services, please visit our dedicated page on hiring a trekking guide in Nepal.
Both mobile networks and Wi-Fi are available throughout the trip. There are two major networks in Nepal (NTC and Ncell), and you can buy a SIM card for USD 1.50 to USD 3. NTC SIM card is suitable for the Mardi trail. For internet access, you can use mobile data or the teahouse Wi-Fi. Teahouses charge between 100 NPR to 300 NPR per day for Wi-Fi, depending on the altitude.
No, you must carry cash in Nepali Currency (NPR). If you run short on NPR, some places may accept USD or Euros, but keep in mind that you will get a much lower exchange rate than in Pokhara or Kathmandu. There are no banks or ATMs along this route.
Yes, we provide arrival pickup and drop-off services. To arrange this, please provide us with your arrival details prior to your trip to Nepal.
Unlike some other trekking routes in Nepal, you will see many domestic Nepalese tourists on this trail. Normally, Nepali hikers follow a 4-day itinerary starting from Kande and ending in Siding. For this shorter version of the trek, it costs approximately 20,000 NPR. This covers basic food, accommodation, and 2-3 cups of tea or coffee each day.
Absolutely! Yoga treks are growing in popularity across Nepal. Shorter routes near Pokhara are becoming prime choices for trekkers looking to practice yoga amidst nature. Because of its serene environment, Mardi Himal is a perfect trail for a yoga trek in Nepal.
Mardi Himal is located in the Kaski district of Gandaki Province. Situated at the lap of Mount Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Mardi Himal is a small peak reaching an altitude of 5,587 meters (18,330 ft). Geographically, it sits within the prominent Annapurna mountain range.
Yes, you can climb it! The summit push begins from Mardi Himal Base Camp. To reach the peak, climbers must make their way to the couloir (at an altitude of approximately 5,400m) situated between Machhapuchhre and Mardi Peak before heading up to the summit.
Yes, Mardi Himal is a 5,587-meter (18,330 ft) peak located just beneath the much more prominent Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) mountain in the Annapurna region of Nepal.
We use private transportation (cars or cabs) for most overland transfers, except for the stretch from Lumre to Milan Chowk in Pokhara, where we use a local bus. For travel between Kathmandu and Pokhara, we utilize comfortable tourist buses. However, if you wish to upgrade to a domestic flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara, that can easily be arranged.
Yes! Every teahouse along the Mardi trek serves excellent vegetarian food. In fact, we highly recommend eating vegetarian meals during the trek, as non-vegetarian items are often not fresh or safe to consume once you cross an altitude of 2,500 meters.
The highest trekking point on the Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek is approximately 4,500 meters (14,764 feet) above sea level. However, the highest sleeping point is High Camp, which sits at an elevation of 3,660 meters (12,008 feet).
Unlike some extreme high-altitude trails, trekking to Mardi Himal is open throughout the year. Because it is a moderate trek and the highest overnight camp is at 3,660 meters, it remains accessible even during the winter season.
You need to have about USD 8 to USD 10 per day to cover non-included expenses. This pocket money can be used to buy mineral water, coffee/tea, chocolates, snacks and other items which are not included in the package.
Yes, you can complete the Mardi Himal Trek in 3days to 5 days, depending on the route. While it requires a fast-paced itinerary, it is completely doable.
Located at an elevation of 3,660 meters, High Camp is the final overnight stop on the Mardi Himal Trek. As the name suggests, it is the highest camp on the trek. From Mardi High Camp, you can experience breathtaking views of the Himalayas right from your teahouse. Currently, about 10 to 15 basic teahouses are operating there.