Annapurna, Nepal
Location
11 Days
Duration
Easy
Trip Grade
Autumn, Spring, summer, winter
Best Time
Min: 2, Max: 10+, single
Group Size

Mardi Himal- a newly opened trek and a best alternative short trek in the Annapurna region.

Mardi Himal, an option to explore the classic destination in the Annapurna region exploring the beautiful hamlets, wildlife, capture the panoramic mountain views and range of landscape from forest to high alpine. Along with the Annapurna Base Camp and Annapurna Circuit Trek, Mardi Himal trek is best for the trekkers, who wish to visit the traditional villages, incredible scenery, spectacular mountains and alluring views of snow-fed rivers ultimately taking closest possible to the Mt. Fishtail. “Mardi” is entitled to the triangularly shaped ridge and its summit that form the westerly lower slope of Mt. Macchapuchre, well recalled as “Fishtail” having a shape as like tail of fish. The spectacular sunrise and sunset views during the trek are remarkable.

Best season to go for Mardi Himal Trek

Trekking in Nepal can be acheived throughout the year, this holds true for Mardi Himal Trek as well.
Spring (March, April and May) and Autumn (September, October, November) –  The reason behind is clear, sunny & pleasant weather. And most importantly you can enjoy the Himalayan vista than other season.

Monsoon (Jun, July, August) – Dark clouds may cover the sky, and heavy rainfalls may obstruct the mountain panorama. But if you are lucky, you will catch the dirt less and most beautiful scenic views after the heavy downpours. You also need to carry your rain gears and be ready for slippery trails.

Winter (December, January, Feburary) – At this time it can be extreme cold with strong cold winds, icy pathway, snowfall, and temperatures reach minus degrees. If you love this season then it might be the best option for you.

If you are not satisfied with this itinerary or if you want to customize this package in your timeline or budget, then you could contact us, or email to info@hikingnepal.com   

Outline Itinerary
Day 01: Arrive Kathmandu and transfer to Hotel [ Includes: Airport Pick up, Accommodation]
Day 02: Drive to Pokhara [Includes: Tourist Bus Drive to Pokhara, Accommodation at Pokhara, Guide, Meals: Breakfast]
Day 03: Drive to Kande and Trek to Pitam Deurali [Includes: Private Drive to Kande, Guide, Porter, Accommodation in Mountain Lodge, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner ]
Day 04: Trek to Forest Camp [Includes: Guide, Porter, Accommodation in Mountain Lodge, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner ]
Day 05: Trek to Low Camp [Includes: Guide, Porter, Accommodation in Mountain Lodge, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner ]
Day 06: Trek to High Camp [Includes: Guide, Porter, Accommodation in Mountain Lodge, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner ]
Day 07: Hike to Mardi Himal Base Camp and back to High Camp [Includes: Guide, Porter, Accommodation in Mountain Lodge, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner ]
Day 08: Trek to Sidhing [Includes: Guide, Porter, Accommodation in Mountain Lodge, Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner ]
Day 09: Trek to Lumre and drive back to Pokhara, [Includes: Private Drive to Pokhara, Guide, Porter, Accommodation in Mountain Lodge, Meals: Breakfast and Lunch]
Day 10: Drive Back to Kathmandu [Includes: Tourist Bus sharing drive to Kathmandu, Meal: Breakfast, Accommodation at Hotel, Farewell dinner by Hiking Nepal]
Day 11: International Departure [ Meal: Breakfast, Airport Drop off]

Service Includes:

Airport transfer with an escort in a private vehicle.

2 nights’ accommodation at 3-star Hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara with breakfast as per the group size (single/double/twin/triple)

7 nights’ accommodation at Mountain Lodge or Homestay on a sharing basis during the trek

Full board meal during the trek (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, tea & coffee, seasonal fruits, chocolate/s & biscuits)

English speaking, First Aid and Eco-trained local trekking guide, Assistance guide as per the group size, porters (2:1)

All the expenses for guide and porters along with Insurance

Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) fee

Kathmandu/Pokhara/Kathmandu transfer in a tourist sharing vehicle (available option for flight and Private vehicle transfer)

Trek transfer from Pokhara in a private vehicle

Exclusive medical kit bag, Duffle Bag, Trekking T-shirt, Trekking Maps, Adventure Certificate

Sleeping Bag and Down Jacket during Trek

All government and local taxes as applicable

Service Excludes:

Nepal Visa – (Cost- US$- 30 for 15 days & $- 50 for 30 days)

Lunch & evening meals while in Kathmandu (Except welcome/farewell dinner)

Travel insurance

Cost of personal nature expenses, Beverages (Mineral water or coca-cola), cost of extra meals, snacks, phones bills, Internet, WiFi, laundry etc.

The cost incurred during emergencies, evacuations

Tips for Guide/porters/driver …

Group Size:

For group, we normally run with minimum 2 person to maximum 10 in our published group departure program. However, there is no barrier for a private trip. We can run a trip for single person and even more than 10 in a group. Normally for a group, we provide 1 main guide, 1 assistance guide along with 1 porter for every 2 trekkers. Moreover, for every additional 2 trekkers, 1 more assistance and a porter will be provided making a team combination as follows:

Minimum to 2 PAX: 1 Guide and 1 porter

4-6 PAX: 1 guide, 1 assistance guide and 3 porter

7-10 PAX: 1 guide, 2 assistance guide and 4/5 Porter

Guide and Trip Safety

Once, you confirm your trip, it is our responsibility to make your trip wonderful without creating any difficulties. Hence, we have prepared our itinerary in such a way that it will properly acclimatize you. Also, we request you in advance to have regular exercises and make habits to walk in a daily basis. Similarly, during trek, you will be fully guided by our professional trekking guides and supporting team. They are properly trained in regards to safety and first aid. Even, we have every set up in case of emergency such as high altitude medicine and Gammow Bag (High altitude Chamber bag). Please note High altitude Chamber Bag is used to provide heat in your body and it is available on certain cost. Moreover, to let you familiar with altitude, you are suggested to walk slow and steady and ensure for proper acclimatization.

For trekking, we provide local experienced guide speaking fluent English and familiar with the local routes, landscape, flora, fauna as well as culture, and tradition of certain areas and let you feel comfortable. We do not encourage for child labor, hence, our porter will be above 16 years that are living in the Himalayas of Nepal; as well as carries only 20-22 kg weight per porter. Normally, the guide and support teams are selected with proper analyzing of their experience, leadership skills and personal aptitude. Our guides are well familiar with different societies of all caste and customs along the trail and share the insight culture with you that are not even noted in guide book.

To make our staffs more fluent and experienced, we consistently provide trainings. They have been participating in special training programs like Trekking guide training, Rock climbing, Ice climbing, Intensive Wilderness first Aid and many more that has been certified and approved by Nepal Government.

Travel Insurance

While travelling to Nepal, you are requested to have a travel insurance that should cover any comprehensive expenses possible to acquire due to medical issues or accidents. Especially, your travel insurance must protect air ambulance, treatment charges, rescue and evacuation, product cancellation and refundable charges, flight delay and cancellations. We suggest you to bring you travel insurance certificate or send us scan copy and required to issue from your home land and we do not arrange or sell insurance.

Start Date Trip Price Action
September 1,2024 $775
September 3,2024 $775
September 6,2024 $775
September 8,2024 $775
September 10,2024 $775
September 13,2024 $775
September 15,2024 $775
September 17,2024 $775
September 20,2024 $775
September 22,2024 $775
September 24,2024 $775
September 27,2024 $775
September 29,2024 $775

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