Overview
Known as one of the most scenic short treks in Nepal, the Mardi Himal trek takes you to the foot of the Mardi Himal Peak (5,587m/18,330ft) and Mt Machhapuchhare (6,993m/22,943ft). Trek above the clouds with Royal Himalayan Holidays on this 14-day trekking package in Nepal. The Mardi Himal trek reaches a maximum elevation of 4,500m (14,764ft) at Mardi Himal Base Camp. Allowing you to see some of the best views of the southeast Annapurna Himalayas.
This short trek with Royal Himalayan Holidays starts from Kathmandu. After spending a day enjoying the cultural sights we depart by airplane to Pokhara city. The flight takes about 35min in comparison to a 6-hour drive. Pokhara is just amazing! The city stretches along the banks of Phewa Lake and extends deeper into the valley. Since we are flying to Pokhara you’ll be able to enjoy some sightseeing, and boating on Phewa Lake as well. The next day we depart for the Mardi Himal trek. A short drive from Pokhara takes us to Kande. From here we’ll start the trek. Our first destination is Pothana at 1,890m (6,201ft). Our first day of trekking is quite easy-going and short. A great way to get used to the environment and the trekking trail. We’ll spend the next 3 days trekking to High Camp (3,900m/12,795ft), overnighting at Forest Camp and Badal Danda. The tea houses on the Mardi Himal trekking trail are all modernized and provide comfort. Hot water and WIFI are available and rooms are fitted with two or three single beds. High Camp provides some of the best views, and its viewpoint is the best place. So after lunch, we’ll make a short hike up there to admire those Himalayan sights! The next day we leave High Camp and head up for Mardi Himal Base Camp. You are almost at the foot of Mt Machhapuchhare now and you can only begin to imagine the views! It’s just breathtaking. Mt Annapurna South (7,219m/23,684ft), Mt Hiunchuli (6,441m/21,132ft), Mardi Himal Peak (5,587m/18,330ft), and Mt Machhapuchhare (6,993m/22,943ft) are the main highlights. Having enjoyed the sights, we make our way back down the same trail but this time we stay at Low Camp at 3,050m (10,007ft). From here we trek further down to Kalimati and ultimately Lwang. The next day we drive back to Pokhara. It’s your last day in Pokhara so we do recommend enjoying some activities, such as paragliding or sightseeing. A flight back to Kathmandu saves you some important travel time, and we hold an extra leisure day before concluding this amazing Mardi Himal trek with Royal Himalayan Holidays.
Book today one of the best short treks in Nepal, and prepare for the Mardi Himal trek. Perfect for any age group, couples, families, and big groups, the Mardi Himal trek is just waiting for you! Royal Himalayan Holidays does recommend booking this trek either in the spring or fall/autumn season. As the views during the Mardi Himal trek will be at their best!