Mardi Himal Trekk

Package Highlights

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Duration: 5 Nights / 6 Days
Grade: Moderate
Max Altitude: 4,500 meters (14,764 ft) – Mardi Himal Base Camp
Best Time: March–May, September–November
Starting Point: Kande
Ending Point: Siding

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🗓️ Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Pokhara (Altitude: 822m)

• Arrive in Pokhara (by flight or road).
• Meet and greet at the airport/bus station.
• Check-in at the hotel.
• Explore the lakeside area and enjoy views of Phewa Lake.
• Free evening to relax.

Overnight stay in Pokhara

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Day 2: Drive to Kande – Trek to Forest Camp (Altitude: 2,500m)

• 🍽️ Breakfast at the hotel
• Drive to Kande (approx. 1.5 hours).
• Start the trek from Kande towards Forest Camp (around 6–7 hours).
  • Pass through Austrian Camp and Deurali.
  • The trail winds through rhododendron and oak forests.
  • Moderate uphill climb.
• Reach Forest Camp and rest.

Overnight at a teahouse in Forest Camp

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Day 3: Trek from Forest Camp to High Camp (Altitude: 3,550m)

• 🍽️ Breakfast at the teahouse
• Start trekking towards Low Camp and then to High Camp (around 6–7 hours).
  • Trail passes through alpine forests and open meadows.
  • Enjoy stunning views of Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) and Annapurna South.
  • The altitude gain starts to feel noticeable.
• Reach High Camp and enjoy the sunset view over the Himalayas.

Overnight at a teahouse in High Camp

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Day 4: Hike to Mardi Himal Base Camp (Altitude: 4,500m) – Return to High Camp

• 🌅 Early morning hike to Mardi Himal Base Camp (around 4–5 hours).
  • Steep and narrow trail.
  • Spectacular sunrise over Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, and Dhaulagiri.
  • Spend some time at the base camp for photos and relaxation.
• Return to High Camp for lunch and rest.

Overnight at a teahouse in High Camp

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Day 5: Trek from High Camp to Siding Village (Altitude: 1,750m)

• 🍽️ Breakfast at the teahouse
• Descend towards Siding Village (around 6–7 hours).
  • Steep descent through forests and terraced fields.
  • Pass through traditional Gurung villages.
• Experience local hospitality at Siding Village.

Overnight at a teahouse in Siding

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Day 6: Drive from Siding to Pokhara

• 🍽️ Breakfast at the teahouse
• Drive back to Pokhara (around 2.5 hours).
• Free time to explore Pokhara or relax at Phewa Lake.

Overnight stay in Pokhara or Departure

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💼 Inclusions:

✅ 2 nights accommodation in Pokhara (3-star hotel)
✅ 4 nights teahouse accommodation during the trek
✅ All meals during the trek (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
✅ TIMS (Trekker’s Information Management System) card and ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit)
✅ Experienced trekking guide and porter (1 porter for 2 trekkers)
✅ All land transportation (Pokhara–Kande and Siding–Pokhara)
✅ First aid and emergency support

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❌ Exclusions:

❌ International and domestic flights
❌ Travel insurance
❌ Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, snacks)
❌ Tips for guide and porter