Mardi Himal Trek

Detail Itinerary

• Day 01 :Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m) Upon your entry, you will be welcomed at the international terminal by our team who will escort you to the inn and will take all your inconvenience from that point on.
• Day 02 :Drive to Pokhara (827m): 6-7 hours We were with a 6-7 hours serene drive through the narrow one lane highway all while enjoying the view of the lush green forests and the high currents of the river flowing below us. With a lunch stop on the way, we get to the vibrant lake city of Pokhara. Flight Optional available, if by flight we can start same day trekking. Over night at Pokhara.
• Day 03 :Drive to Phedi and trek to Deurali (2100m): 30 minutes’ drive, 5-6 hours trek After a quick breakfast early in the morning, we board our private vehicle for a 30-minute drive to Phedi. Tighten your shoelaces as we now begin our trek. The trail is mostly uphill and will definitely be quite demanding in the beginning. Night at a guest house at Deurali.
• Day 04 :Deurali to forest camp (2,520m): 6-7 hours We begin our long day with a quick breakfast at Dhampus. We embark on the trails to the Forest camp, few hours of walking through enchanting oak, maple and rhododendron forests will bring us to a clearing in the forest, which is our destination for the night. Get a real-time experience to know the locals even better as you spend the night at accommodations which will be more like homestays rather than lodges.
• Day 05 :Forest Camp to low camp (2970m): 5-6 hours We begin our trek early next morning. The 5-hour trek to the Low camp will take us through blooming rhododendron forests, moss and tree ferns. When we get to the Low Camp, we will be presented with spectacular and stunning views of the majestic Mt. Machhapuchhre.
• Day 06 :Low camp to high camp (3540m): 3-4 hours Today is the main day of our trip to the High camp. As the trail goes along the Mardi Himal ridge, we encounter a few traces of rhododendron trees along with the possibility of spotting few ‘Danphe’ birds. After we get to the high camp, we come face to face with the Annapurna, Machhapuchhre and the Hiunchuli.
• Day 07 :High camp to an upper viewpoint (4250m)- Base Camp(4590m) return back to high camp: 7-8 hours Today, we spend the day enjoying the stunning landscapes of mountains surrounding us with the cool winds blowing across our faces. Catching the sunrise as it kisses the mountain peaks is a must.
• Day 08 :High camp to Sidhing Village (1700m): 6-7 hours Today, we make our way to Siding village as we take the different trail. Experience the local culture like never before with the ever so welcoming locals of the Siding village. Taste the local cuisine and also spend the night at a home of one of the locals.
• Day 09 :Trek to Lumre, drive to Pokhara. Overnight at Pokhara. Today, we make our way back to Pokhara. With a 3 hour trek to Lumre, we will officially bring our trek to an end. At Lumre, a private vehicle awaits your arrival to escort you back with a 2-hour drive to Pokhara.
• Day 10 :Drive or flight to Kathmandu. We retrace our way back to the cultural city of Kathmandu with a 6-hour bus drive along the highway. Another option to go back to Kathmandu is also a 30-35 minute mountain flight as you catch your last sights of the Himalayas. We spend at the hotel at Kathmandu itself.
• Day 11 :Final departure Time to pack your bags and bid farewell to Nepal and all the wonderful memories. We will drop you at the International airport and we hope you have a safe flight. We wish to serve you again later on too.