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Mardi Himal Trekking

  • 240 reviewson TripAdvisor
  • DestinationNepal
  • Duration12 Days
  • GradeModerate
  • ActivitiesAdventure Trekking
  • AccommodationTea House
  • Group SizeMin. 1 Pax
  • VehicleLocal Transports
  • MealsBreakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Trip ModeHotels and local nice lodge.
  • Mode of transportOverland from Kathmandu to Pokhara and back.

Trip Overview

Mardi Himal-Fish Tail Base Camp Trekking actually, Mardi Himal is broken southern ridges of majestic and towering Machhapuchare Himal. This is called a Fish Tail peak due to its twin summit tops.

Enjoy walking into both base camps of Mardi Himal and Fish Tail Base. Which is one of the few hidden areas within the massive Annapurna Himalaya range of mountains. The area was first explored in the early 1960s by British Expedition to Machhapuchare Himal climb. So, the early pioneer also named this beautiful and scenic area ‘Other Sanctuary’ after the original and famous Annapurna sanctuary.  The Annapurna sanctuary is situated close to Mardi Himal towards the northwest.

A fabulous walk leads you to enjoy the perfect harmony of tranquil nature and high mountains on this fantastic adventure. The walk leads you to high hills after an exciting short drive from scenic Pokhara city and its lovely valley.

Hike from low, warm rice fields to reach cooler alpine hills covered with thick, dense forests of tall rhododendron-oaks-magnolia-pines and fir tree lines. The Mardi Himal trek route leads past beyond farm villages of the Gurung people, the domain tribe of the Annapurna region.

Then, enter into a complete wilderness of forest and high green hills, and soon tall trees drop for smaller bushes. Afterward walk leads to the Mardi Himal height of 4,490 meters, the tallest point of the adventure.  Next, enjoy the incredible panorama of the Annapurna range of peaks with close views of Mardi and Machhapuchare Himal.

After a glorious and enjoyable time around the highest spot, stop for an overnight stay. The accommodation will be in a nice and simple mountain lodge with fabulous views. Then, head back to Pokhara on the scenic alternative route into the low warmer of paddy fields and a farm village. And a short drive to your hotel by the serene Phewa Lake in Pokhara, after a great adventure and experience on Mardi Himal trekking.

Also, if you want to experience this amazing trekking within 5 days then you are recommended to go through the short Mardi Himal Trekking package.

Similar trips you may like: Mardi Himal Trek 5  Days | Poon Hill Trek 5 Days | Khopra Ridge Trekking | Annapurna Base Camp Trek via Poon Hill

Cost Details

What's Included in Mardi Himal Trekking

  • Airport pickup and drop by private vehicle.
  • All private transports during trek.
  • Two night’s tourist standard twin sharing Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast after trek.
  • Two night tourist standard hotel in Pokhara (1night before trek and 1 night after trek)
  • Three meals a day (Breakfast,Lunch and Dinner)during the trek.
  • Trekking lodge (Tea House) accommodations throughout the trek.
  • All necessary paper works Annapurna Conservation Area Project Entry permit and Trekker’s Information Management System (TIMS) permit.
  • Kathmandu – Pokhara – Kathmandu by tourist bus.
  • A highly experience, helpful, knowledgeable, friendly, English speaking ,well trained, Government License holder guide. With all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance.
  • Comprehensive medical supplies (first aid kit will be available)
  • Arrangement of Emergency Helicopter service (paid by your Travel Insurance Company).
  • Use of sleeping bag, down Jacket and Duffel bag (if you don’t have your own, need to return after trip completed).
  • Eco Holidays Nepal T-shirt and cap.
  • Government taxes and official expenses.
  • Guided Kathmandu sightseeing tour with private vehicle.
  • Mardi Himal trek route map.
  • Oximeter to check your pulse and oxygen saturation and heart rate twice daily (Very useful to check Altitude Mountain Sickness(AMS) symptoms). Which will ensure you trek is in the safest hands possible for all levels of trekker.

 

What's Excluded in Mardi Himal Trekking

  • Meals whilst you are in Kathmandu and Pokhara (Lunch and Dinner).
  • Your Personal Expenses.
  • Porter if needed($ 180)
  • All the alcoholic and non-alcoholic cold and hot drinks on trek.
  • All desserts sweet things like chocolate, cake, pie, pudding.
  • Hot shower and battery charging on the tea houses.
  • Kathmandu sightseeing monument entrance fees ($25 USD per person).
  • Extra night hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara.

Price & Availability

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1 PersonUS$ 785
2 - 5 PersonUS$ 725
6 - 10 PersonUS$ 695
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Itinerary of Mardi Himal Trekking - 12 days

Day 01

Reach Kathmandu via various international airline and transfer to hotel.

On arrival, we received our staff and guide with a transfer to your respective hotels in the hub of Kathmandu. After that, check into your lovely rooms, get refreshed from jet-leg, and join in with other members of Mardi Himal Base Camp Trekking.

Our leader will brief us with information about the hotels-including detail of trekking regarding local lodges, walks, views, history, and culture. Also, includes a few important do’s and don’ts while you are with us having enjoyable times.

Afterward, the evening includes a nice dinner(including traditional Nepali foods) in a pleasant Nepalese restaurant with local cultural programs from all parts of the country to enlighten the environment.

  1. Max. Elevation:1400
  2. Duration:30min
Day 02

In Kathmandu with optional sightseeing tour and preparation for the trek.

You will have free day to prepare for the upcoming treks to Mardi Himal. In morning includes an optional sightseeing tour at places of great interest. So, explore around Kathmandu world heritage sites for few hours and  get back at hotel.

Afternoon at leisure and free time, do individual activities and getting ready with packing. The next early morning drive  takes to Pokhara where our walk begins towards Mardi Himal base camp.

  1. Max. Elevation:1400
Day 03

Drive / Fly to Pokhara

Morning starts with drive on tourist coach or smaller vehicle depending upon  group size for overland journey. Thus, it takes you away from Kathmandu valley, heading into low warmer areas with views of snowcapped mountains. As drive continues on busy main highway past farm villages and town then head Nepal Mid-West to reach at scenic Pokhara city.

At Pokhara transfer to nice hotels by the serene lake Phewa with views of Annapurna and Manaslu mountain range with towering peaks of Machhapuchare ‘Fish Tail’. If you get time you can visit around Pokhara. Here are the top places to visit in Pokhara.

(Options by air 30 minutes of scenic flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara)

  1. Max. Elevation:822
  2. Duration:6-7 hrs
  3. Distance:200km
Day 04

Drive to Dhampus, trek to Pothana

A pleasant stop at scenic and beautiful Pokhara, enjoy views of Annapurna Himal and Machhapuchare peaks ‘Fish Tail’. After breakfast take a drive beyond Pokhara valley to start our first day trek to high and mid hills of Annapurna Himalaya.

Drive leads along with grand views of Annapurna passing farm villages and towns. And then head towards high hill around large farm village at Dhampus facing grand panorama of Annapurna, Manaslu range includes towering Machhapuchare Himal ‘Fish Tail’.

From this beautiful view spot, walk leads higher along hill trails into forest areas to reach another spot. At Pothana stop for overnight stay with great views of Annapurna mountains.

  1. Max. Elevation:1650
  2. Duration:1hr
  3. Distance:25km
Day 05

Hike to Kokar Forest camp via Pittam Deurali

After a nice and enjoyable overnight at Pothana, morning walk continues on main trail reaching at a hill top.The hill top at Pittam Deurali, face views of landscapes and snow peaks.

From Deurali our route heads north leaving the main trekking trails into sheer wilderness. Next, walks leads along a ridgeline into serene forested area with cool temperature views of mountains.Those mountains are Annapurna I and South and Huinchuli, including Annapurna IV -II and Lamjung Himal towards east. As a consequence, reach our overnight stop in the midst of forest surrounding at Kokar Forest Camp.  Over there ou will find few basic lodges for trekkers.

  1. Max. Elevation:2142
  2. Duration:2-3 hrs
  3. Distance:7km
Day 06

Trek to Badal Danda

From Forest Camp, morning walk heads to steep uphill path with steep climb to reach a pasture land for overnight stop. The stop on route of Mardi Himal trekking provides super views of surrounding landscapes and mountains at close range. After passing the low camp we will make a stop in Badal Danda. In Badal Danda we can view the cloud covering all the area downside. This view will make the trekking more beautiful than ever.

  1. Max. Elevation:3250
  2. Duration:5-6hrs
  3. Distance:8km
Day 07

Trek to High Camp

This scenic spot offers grand panorama of beautiful landscapes and snow-clad peaks in perfect tranquility. Then head higher to reach at High Camp where air gets thinner and cooler with steep climb. Also tree lines fades to short rhododendron and juniper bushes in Mardi Himal Trek Nepal.

There is only one lodge for overnight accommodation  at high camp.  So, the lodge with basic facilities commands with super views of Annapurna Himalaya.

  1. Max. Elevation:3550
  2. Duration:5-6hrs
  3. Distance:6km
Day 08

At High Camp for hike to Mardi Himal base camp above

Another day with overnight stop at High Camp,explore around Mardi Himal and Fish Tail base camp.Then, walk leads towards high ridge on highest point of the  Mardi himal trek above 4,500 m.

Afterwards,walk leads to a steep climb along a ridgeline to reach a hidden plateau at the base of Mardi Himal. Where South Face with towering Mt. Machhapuchare. And also this area  is known as ‘Other Sanctuary’ named by early pioneer Jimmy Roberts, when he first explored this area in early 1960’s. After enjoying the views of super mountain panorama return back on same route to our overnight stop.

  1. Max. Elevation:4500
  2. Duration:7-8 hrs
  3. Distance:10km
Day 09

Trek to Saiti Ghatta

After marvelous time on high ridges of Mardi Himal with great views, head back into forest of rhododendron and pines trees. Thus retrace the journey back on same trail at Jungle Camp and beyond with more downhill walk to reach at Sidang village.The village is located at the junction of East and West route towards Mardi Himal areas.Finally our long walk ends with overnight stay at Saiti Ghatta farm village.

  1. Max. Elevation:1345
  2. Duration:6-7 hrs
  3. Distance:8km
Day 10

Drive back to Pokhara short walk

Morning catching fantastic views of snow peaks, last day walk leads for short drive back to Pokhara. So,our Mardi Himal  base camp trekking concludes at picturesque Pokhara by the calm lake of Phewa Lake for last overnight stop around Annapurna region.

  1. Max. Elevation:822
  2. Duration:2hrs
  3. Distance:50km
Day 11

Drive or fly back to Kathmandu and transfer to hotel.

Depending upon size of the group wither travel on Tourist Coach or in private car to reach back at Kathmandu. In morning after breakfast in Pokhara hotel,  drive leads you on busy and exciting highway past farm villages and towns to Kathmandu. If you have time in the afternoon, go for leisure or engage in personal activities and shopping.

(Options to choose by air from Pokhara to reach Kathmandu 30 mins, flight with panorama of mountains and dramatic landscapes.)

  1. Max. Elevation:1400
  2. Duration:6-7 hrs
  3. Distance:200km
Day 12

Depart Kathmandu for international departure homeward bound.

Finally, all good things must come to an end with grand memories and exciting experience on Mardi Himal Trek Nepal. With last final day in Nepal, a country of Himalayan wonders, our staff and guide transfer you to Kathmandu international airport for your flight home or to respective countries.

  1. Max. Elevation:1400
  2. Duration:30min

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Essential Information

Best Seasons for Mardi Himal Trekking:

Nearly all months of the year except the monsoon wet months from mid-June to mid-September. March to May best time for clear views till the afternoon, when wildflowers are in bloom with fantastic views of mountains. Moreover, a pleasant day with cooler morning and night time.

Another best time for clear views of peaks is October to December. With short sunlight, days can be freezing cold in the morning and night time, depending upon the altitude and overnight stop.

Traveller Review

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    Ahmed Al-Farsi17th Jul, 2025

    Exploring Mardi Himal Base Camp – A Journey with Eco Holidays Nepal

    I came to Nepal in March 2025 and visited Pokhara. From there, I went to Sarangkot, where I had a stunning view of Mount Annapurna, Amadablam, Dhaulagiri, and many other peaks in the Annapurna region. I wanted to explore these peaks further, so I asked the local people where the best and easiest place to visit by trekking . They suggested the Mardi Himal Base Camp trek. I contacted Mr. Dhruba, and he took care of all the arrangements for me. Everything was handled by him – from guiding me to organizing the accommodations and providing all the necessary support. The guide was excellent, and the accommodation facilities were great. After returning from Mardi Himal Base Camp, I also visited Dhampus, which was another beautiful spot. I want to thank the whole team for their support in making my Mardi Himal trek a successful journey. Thanks a lot!

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    James O’Connor17th Jul, 2025

    Fully Supported and Satisfied: Mardi Himal Trek Experience

    I’ve done many short solo hikes in different parts of Nepal, like Shivapuri and Chisapani, but I’ve always faced some challenges, such as finding water, snacks, and dealing with trail conditions. This time, I decided to do the Mardi Himal trek and contacted Mr. Dhruba from Eco Holidays Nepal. I joined the trek with this company, and it turned out to be my best experience yet. I had a guide who helped me with everything, so I didn’t have to worry about food, water, or other essentials. The guide took care of all the arrangements, and I felt fully supported throughout the trek. I am extremely satisfied with the help I received from Eco Holidays Nepal. The service, food, and experience at the base camp were excellent, and I couldn’t have asked for more.

     

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