11 days tour

Mardi Himal Trek

$ 899 .00 USD

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Mardi Himal Trek

This tour includes:

Insurance

Travel and rescue arrangement.

Accommodation

Two Night 3* hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast. Two Night 3* hotel in Pokhara with breakfast. All accommodations in lodges/tea houses during the treks.

Others

Pick up from Airport and Transfer to the hotel. Two Night 3* hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast. Two Night 3* hotel in Pokhara with breakfast. Lunch Dinner and breakfast during trekking. Kathmandu/Pokhara/ Kathmandu by tourist bus. Pokhara/Phedi/Pokhara by taxi. Lumre to Pokhara by Jeep. Trekking permit (ACAP). Trekkersโ€™ Information Management System (TIMS) Permit. All necessary paper works. All accommodations in lodges/tea houses during the treks. An experienced, helpful, and friendly Guide. An arrangement of Travel rescue. Medical supplies (first aid kit will be available). All government taxes. Last Night farewell dinner at an authentic Nepalese restaurant with a cultural performance.

Meals

Lunch, Dinner, and breakfast during trekking. Breakfast in Kathmandu & Pokhara.

Hygieneprotocol

Guide

An experienced, helpful, and friendly Guide.

Transport

Pick up from Airport and Transfer to the hotel. Kathmandu/Pokhara/ Kathmandu by tourist bus. (Also upgrade to private car/ flight) Pokhara/Phedi/Pokhara by taxi. Lumre to Pokhara by Jeep.

Not included:

Others

Nepal Visa fee you may obtain easily in Kathmandu airport. International airfare to and from Kathmandu. Porter. Travel and rescue insurance. Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc).

Optional

Equipment List for Mardi Himal Trek: Mardi Himal Trek is moderate trekking but however our long-year experience of operating Trekking to Nepal, We learn many things and would like to give some information to pack your equipment list for your Trekking and we hope, this information will be helpful you so success your trip. Luggage/Duffle bag: You will require a duffel bag or a backpack for trekking (65- 75 L) max and all our trekking stuff are kept in this duffle bag and this will be carried by our porters. However, Himalayan Adventure also provides the duffle back if needed. A day backpack: You will need a day backpack and you will be carrying it every day by yourself and we recommend you it has to be at least 25L and you can carry important documents like Passport, credit card along with a need to carry a water bottle, snacks bar and clothing layers (hat, gloves, fleece, sunblock, poles, etcโ€ฆ). Trekking/Hiking boots: Mardi Himal Trek is moderate trekking and It is very important to have good trekking boots and it should be waterproof (in case of snow, or rain) Make sure it should be fit on your feet and comfortable during walking. Also, recommend you bring the Crompton during the winter season in Nepal. Sport Sandals: You need to have a pair of sports shoes or sandals to use while you are in camp or tea houses after the trek. Sneakers: Mardi Himal Trek is a bit difficult trekking so sneakers are not suitable for this trek so you can leave your sneakers in Kathmandu hotel until you get back. Sleeping Bag: You need to have a lightweight sleeping bag that works for the minus 10 degrees for the summer season but during the winter we recommend minus 15 degrees for the trekking. Himalayan Adventure can provide it if you need one but has to be returned after the trek. Fleece jacket: You need to have good quality fleece jacket at least 1 synthetic jacket or pullovers are a great alternative to fleece because they are lighter and more compressible and gives you enough warmth during the trekking. Down jacket: Down jacket is compulsory and recommends you to bring the warm enough so can keep you warm during the Trek. Socks: You need to have at least 5 pairs of thick socks during the spring & autumn but winter and monsoon need at list 7 pairs of socks for this trekking. Lightweight/ warm insulated pants: You need to have at least 2 pairs of lightweight trekking pants like Lightweight expedition thermal bottoms, Nylon hiking shorts, Softshell and hardshell trekking pants, Water/windproof trousers, and Casual pants so we can use as the weather. Short-sleeved shirts: You need to have 2 ice-breaker merino wool to keep you warm from the cold or synthetic shirts and if you are not allergic to wool products, merino wool is the ideal for Mardi Himal Trek. Himalayan Adventure also provides the 1 company T-shirt as a souvenir. Long-sleeved shirts: You need to have at least three shirts. Underwear: You need to have few pairs of underwear and this can be as much as you need as there are no washing facilities every day on Mardi Himal Trek so, we highly recommend you to have enough pair of underwear. Waterproof jacket: You need at least one waterproof jacket for the rain/snow and wind for the Mardi Himal Trek and waterproof pants may be on option. Head and face gear: Sun Hat or cap during the day time, Woolen Hat for morning & Evening and Polarized sunglasses are compulsory. Hand gear: You need warm gloves. Traveling supplies: Adapter Plug for Charging the Camera and Mobile, Camera belt, Passport belt ( nice to have), Swiss army knife (option), Flashlight, Headlamp, Water bottle, Extra camera battery, Hand sanitizer, Alarm clock, Hiking poles (optional ) and Binoculars (optional). Toiletries: Razor, razor blades, shaving cream, aftershave toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, sunscreen, toilet paper, small towel, and period pads (for women). Medication: First Aid Medical Kit box (can be purchased in Thamel Kathmandu), Altitude Medicines (Diamox), Tylenol, aspirin, ibuprofen, Anti-diarrheic, Powerful antibiotics, and Nasal Spray or Drops. Physical Fitness: Many people have questions as to what level of physical fitness is required for trekking in Nepal and that is extremely reliant on what activity the visitor is engaging in Nepal With that said, for a standard easy trek to Extreme hard level of trekking. The daily activity (trek) would be 5-6 hours,(depend on the trekking trail) and elevation will generally not exceed 5,600 meters like Everest Base Camp, Throng la passes, Chola passes treks and other passes or Base Camp but some of them are less than 4000m. The trekking day is involving both long steep climbs, and descents with a variety of terrain underfoot from well-trodden paths, to rocks covered with ice or snow, depending on the season. Mostly a day would include a number of climbs or descents of 600 meters more or less, starting after the early morning breakfast, resting at a lunch place in the afternoon, then continuous trekking until arriving at the teahouse. In preparation for the trekking in Nepal, it is important, to begin with, the basic training requirement at least 2 months before departing for trekking in Nepal. Two to three hours of aerobic exercise like running, walking, swimming, cycling & some gym work per week is the minimum and most will find it beneficial to add some basic strength training to their physical fitness routine required for the hard trekking and for normal and easy trek just have some physical fitness is enough. One of the best ways to prepare is to take practice hikes with a daypack roughly the same weight as what you will be taking during the trek. Your calf should be enough fit and prepare for trekking. Mostly during the trekking calf paining or tired is the main issue. Do this only after a baseline of fitness has been reached. Moving fast is not our goal, will provide a more enjoyable and safe adventure trekking in Nepal for all easy and hard level. Trekking Seasons in Nepal: There are main two seasons in which Nepal where the most amount of visitors visit. (September, October & November) being the most popular season which is also called the peak season in Nepal, and spring (March, April & May) coming in close behind which is also called the mini-season in Nepal. The summer months of June, July, and August are the monsoon season and most of the time raining as such the trails are mostly washed out sometimes, and roads can sometimes be impassible due to landslide activates. Nevertheless, you can trek to rain-shadow regions like Upper Dolpo and Upper Mustang during the monsoon seasons. Nepal is a suitable destination for all seasons. Winter is very dry & extremely cold and all the high passes become inaccessible due to ice and snow conditions. The temperature doesnโ€™t usually fluctuate during the day time temperature is around 20-25 degrees. However, you gain the altitude the temperature decreases. The temperature can drop to around 0 to -25 degrees at night when staying at tented camps in Himalayan regions. Winter trek in higher altitudes is not advised due to the danger of avalanches and also altitude sickness. Although some may enjoy the sight of the snow-covered mountains as you reach your destination. However, the temperature does not change as much in lower mountain regions the nights are slightly colder than daysโ€™ time. Autumn &Spring is the best timing for trekking in Nepal because the weather is generally warm and dry, and flowers are in bloom in the lower elevations of the country on the same time you can see the many festivals during that period. Trekking Day: A typical trekking day begins with the early morning breakfast around 7 am in the hotel. (Depend on the trekking region). It would advise you to pack your trekking gears in a duffle bag and essential supplies in your day pack after having breakfast; we begin the trek and head along the trail at around 8 am. The morning walk is more energetics to be longer as we begin with refreshed bodies and enthusiasm. A good morningโ€™s walk, we make a stop for lunch at around 11-12 pm. The lunch involves group meals enjoying the vicinity around the stop & enjoys the organic & local food in the mountain. After resting for about an hour or two, we resume our trek to reach teahouse or camp by 2-3 pm. The afternoon walk is relatively shorter and can involve games and side trips as organized by the trekking experienced guides. You also can enjoy breaks during the trek to relax, read, and stroll around the area or doing yoga. You can explore with the local people and observe their lifestyle & culture. Dinner is served around 7-8 in the evening to round off the day. Meals and Accommodations: During the trekking period, the accommodation is commonly referred to as teahouses. These are family-run basic lodges that fill the role of the restaurant, Dining hall, and boarding house for tourists. Now a dayโ€™s electricity can be found in the rooms, which mean one light bulb, and one or two outlets for charging electronics. The common areas are also lit by electricity. Alternatively, teahouses may also use solar, hydroelectric, or have electrical lines running into the village, so the commonality and availability of electricity may vary. Still, a few of the trekking route electricity service is not available. Use the local traditional kerosene light. Most of the teahouses have private rooms, though if the trek is in a more remote or high altitude place there are limited teahouses so season time dormitories are the norm. Most of the room has 2 single beds with basic bedding, and the bathroom is shared. Some of the places we can get the private bathroom also with a mix of western and squat style toilets in the bathrooms. Breakfast and dinner are taken at the same teahouses and these lodges have large family style dining rooms centered on a stove or coal to provide heat basically in mountain areas. Most of the areas menu will have Nepali style western foods such as Pancake, pizza, Burger, fries, etc. Also on the menu is the traditional Nepali food Dal Bhat meal. This is a lentil soup with rice, vegetable, Pickle, or meat curry. Most menus will also offer a smattering of local cuisine. Internal Flight Delays: Nepal is an incredible and beautiful country of mixed of the White Mountains, deep valleys, Landscape, rivers, and green rolling hills. With this incredible diversity of landscapes, road travel can be extremely time consuming and flights within Nepal to reach popular trekking destinations is the easiest way. Not all the trekking destination has flight service, so road transportation is the only option. Mountainous terrain also comes with the possibility of in-climate weather. It mentions the incredibly high number of visitors during peak seasons makes internal flight delays a genuine possibility. To manage this situation, it may be helpful to have a few extras days on either end of your tour. If any cancellations or flight delays do occur (high chances of flight delays from around Kathmandu to Lukla, Everest region, Pokhara to Jomsom, Annapurna region), we also provide services to arrange chopper on the last stage to help you to be on your schedule on the premises of Civil Aviation Rules in Nepal which state that helicopters can fly if the visibility is 1500m. The cost ranges from USD400 to USD650 according to the number of passengers. The payment can be made either to the helicopter company or to us directly and can be made either by cash or using a credit card. It will be beneficial to purchase and review your insurance, the insurance companies may cover some of the alternative measures of travel. Flight insurance may cover changing your international flight if it is necessary. Travel Insurance: Most expeditions, Adventurous trekking, and tours require that travel insurance and it is purchased prior to arriving in Nepal, but other normal treks and tours may not require. However, travel insurance is definitely an important consideration. There are a number of reasons to consider insurance. Firstly, it may be required, so check to see what is being asked for by the company. Second, Nepal is a landlocked country, and there are only a few direct flights. Travel in and out from country can encounter some disruptions if purchasing insurance, make sure flight delays and cancellations also included. Always choose insurance that, though every safeguard is in place during your Holiday, there are always extenuating circumstances that may result in an accident during trekking & tours. Read carefully printout of insurance policies to ensure that the trekking or any other activity you are engaging in is covered or not, as some policies have stopped covering trekking in certain places. If you are going above 5000 m or high always mention the policies so itโ€™s cover the chopper service in the last condition. It is very important that if you have the comfort of good insurance, so do the research and choose carefully which makes your trip relaxing and joyful. Nepal Visa Entry Procedure: There is only one International airport which is the Tribhuvan International Airport in Nepal. Immigration Office, TIA (Tribhuvan International Airport) under the Department of Immigration has been facilitating tourists flying to Nepal by providing Visa on Arrival. โ€˜On Arrivalโ€™ visa procedure is very quick and simple. October, November, March, April can expect some queues during peak Tourist season and October is basically the Nepalese got the Main festival Dashain. You can also get Visa from Nepalese Diplomatic Missions stationed abroad prior to your arrival. The choice is yours. Visa obtains from Nepalese Diplomatic Missions, and then you must enter Nepal within six months from the visa issued date. Your total stay is counted starting from the day you enter into Nepal. Visas obtained on Arrival at the Entry and Exit points are โ€˜Tourist Visasโ€™. They bear multiple Re entry facility. Tourist Visa โ€˜On Arrivalโ€™ is the only entry visa to Nepal. If you are visiting Nepal for the purposes other than Tourism (sightseeing, tour, travel, mountaineering, trekking, visiting friends and families), you should still get โ€˜Tourist Visaโ€™ to get into the country. However, you must change the category of visa as per your purpose and length of stay in Nepal from the Department of Immigration by producing required documents. Please click below for the online Visa form. http://online.nepalimmigration.gov.np/tourist-visa The following visa rules apply for tourists: For 15 days Multiple Entry Visa, the visa fee is the US $30 or equivalent foreign currency. For 30 days Multiple Entry Visa, the visa fee is the US $ 40 or equivalent foreign currency. For 100 days Multiple Entry Visa, the visa fee is the US $ 100 or equivalent foreign currency. According to the immigration regulations, a tourist is allowed to stay in Nepal only for 150 days in a year. You can extend the visa up to another 90 days. US$ 2 or equivalent Nepalese currency per day for extension. Additional US$ 25 or equivalent Nepalese currency on visa fee, if Multiple Entry facility is required for the extended period For more details please visit our FAQ link https://www.himalayanadventuretreks.com/faq/ Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS): Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS) is usually seen in un-acclimatized people shortly after ascent to high altitudes. The condition occurs due to the thinning of air as the altitude increases. The condition, if not taken seriously and treated immediately, can be life-threatening and its symptoms can be seen generally above 3200 meters. The symptoms of Acute Mountain Sickness are nausea, vomiting, tiredness, shortness of breath, and cerebral pain. The itineraries are designed to properly acclimatize you to the change in high altitude climate and sufficient precautionary measures too are taken to take utmost caution for our valuable guests. Our staff also equipped with cell phones and satellite phones (Option) in the occurrence of any emergency cases. We are greatly driven to keep the safety and security of our clients as our foremost concern. Drinking-Water: Water is essential for life, and clean water is imperative while on holiday. When visiting the less developed countries like Nepal it is a concern that all travelers should consider. There are few options when trekking or traveling in Nepal that will mitigate any chances of drinking contaminated water. The first consideration to take into account is that tap water should not be ingested. That even means when brushing your teeth in an urban area. Most will choose to buy bottled water and if doing so make sure the cap has sealed properly. Plastic bottle reuse is a big problem, and with that being said there are other options on the market to assist in making water drinkable. Mountain spring water is drinkable but if you use the purified tablet. The conservation area project also sells this tablet most of the trekking area. A guide will assist you to find out it also. Arrival Instruction: Upon your arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu Nepal, our company representatives are stationed to welcome you to the country. We request you to carefully look for your and company name placard being held by our representatives following the events upon landing. Our representatives will be responsible to escort you up to your hotel in Kathmandu. There are many brokers, Taxi drivers, and trouble maker people offering you to carry your luggage and take you to your destination as you exit from the gate. We request you to pay no attention to these people and follow the company representatives and follow their instructions. How to Book Your Tour: Before booking any tour or trekking please read all the terms and conditions thoroughly and call or email the company representative with any questions prior to making any payments. Begin by filling out a booking form and pay the non-refundable deposit. Fill out the form completely and if any confusion contacts the company person so as not to disrupt the expediency of the process. The form may be submitted online or by downloading the form and mailing or Whatsapp the form to your company representative. It is very important to understand all aspects of the chosen trip, from whatโ€™s included and excluded, to the level of service, or even what trip may be right for your level of experience and fitness. Take the time to get all the questions answered so that when booking the trip, it is without trepidation.

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Itinerary of your trip Mardi Himal Trek

  • Day 1 Day 1: Arrival At Kathmandu Airport.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 1: Arrival At Kathmandu Airport.

      Your arrival in Kathmandu will be marked by landing at the Tribhuvan International Airport (TIA). A company representative of Himalayan Adventure Treks & Tours will receive you and transfer you to your hotel. Evening you can meet the participants and the trek members. Overnight stay at a hotel in Kathmandu.

  • Day 2 Day 2: Drive From Kathmandu To Pokhara By Tourist Bus 6-7 Hours. (B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 2: Drive From Kathmandu To Pokhara By Tourist Bus 6-7 Hours. (B)

      Today early morning will take a tourist bus to get to Pokhara and it takes about 6-7 hours from Kathmandu. We can enjoy a beautiful scenic view of terraced rice fields, eye-catching landscapes, Trishuli, and Marysngdi Rivers and spectacular panoramic view of Ganesh Himal, Manaslu, Lamjung Himal, and Most of the Annapurna range are seen.

      Evening you can walk around the lakeside and boating in Phewa lake to visit the Tal Barahai Temple (Island Temple).

  • Day 3 Day 3: Drive From Pokhara To Phedi And Trek To Pothana (1925M) 4-5 Hours. (B/L/D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 3: Drive From Pokhara To Phedi And Trek To Pothana (1925M) 4-5 Hours. (B/L/D)

      We start the walking for 4-5 hours after driving for 45 min to astounding Pothana (1925m) Gurung village is our today`s destination. We are able to see the panoramic view of Machhapuchhe, Annapurna south, and Himchuli in today`s journey. Overnight stay at Teahouse.

  • Day 4 Day 4: Trek From Pothana To Forest Camp At Kokar (2600M) 4-5 Hours. (B/L/D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 4: Trek From Pothana To Forest Camp At Kokar (2600M) 4-5 Hours. (B/L/D)

      From Pothana you walk up to a place called Pitam Deurali where you will turn off the main Annapurna Sanctuary trek and continue along a quiet trail through a dense forest of oak, maple, hemlock, and rhododendron. Tonight we stay at one of the lodges in a clearing of the forest at Forest Camp or also known by the locals as Kokar.

      The lodges at Kokar are quite basic and there is no dining room so you will probably have meals in a kitchen with the owner, so in some ways, this is more like a home-stay and is a good opportunity to get to know this friendly family from Siding village.

  • Day 5 Day 5: Trek From Forest Camp At Kokar To Low Camp (3150M) 5-6 Hours. (B/L/D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 5: Trek From Forest Camp At Kokar To Low Camp (3150M) 5-6 Hours. (B/L/D)

      The trail continues from Forest Camp to Low Camp through the forest however as we ascend the vegetation starts to change with more rhododendron and the trees are covered with moss, lichen, and tree ferns. At Low Camp, there are two basic lodges one with a dining room with an open fire. The view from Low Camp is superb with Mount Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) visible up the valley.

  • Day 6 Day 6: Trek From Low Camp To High Camp (3700M) 4-5 Hours. (B/L/D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 6: Trek From Low Camp To High Camp (3700M) 4-5 Hours. (B/L/D)

      An hour or so above Low Camp the trail breaks out above tree line and towards the west, there is a good view to Annapurna South and Himchuali. The trail continues along the Mardi Himal ridge mainly on grass with some isolated rhododendron bushes along the way. Look out for the colorful Danphe pheasant on this section of the trail.

      The lodge at High Camp is larger than lodges at Low Camp and Forest Camp, this one has eight rooms and a separate dining room with a heater. The view from the lodge is superb to Annapurna South, Himchuali, and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail).

  • Day 7 Day 7: Excursion To Mardi Himal Base Camp (4500M) (B/L/D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 7: Excursion To Mardi Himal Base Camp (4500M) (B/L/D)

      The plan for today is to wake early for a sunrise view of the mountains then after an early breakfast walk up the ridge towards Mardi Himal Base Camp. There is a well-established trail through the grass with a couple of steeper sections however overall not too challenging. Look out for the Dzokpo (yak/ cow crossbred) grazing up here as well as Danphe pheasant.

      In the summer the sheep and goats from lower villages are brought up to graze in this area so you will pass a number of herderโ€™s huts along the way. After three hours you should reach Base Camp at the elevation of 4500 m this is where one can look into the Annapurna Sanctuary and the panorama view is spectacular looking at the south face of Annapurna and all of the peaks in the Sanctuary as well as Himchuali and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail).

  • Day 8 Day 8: Trek From Mhbc To Siding Village (1750M) 5-6 Hours. (B/L/D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 8: Trek From Mhbc To Siding Village (1750M) 5-6 Hours. (B/L/D)

      On the way back we take a different route to complete a circuit, from Low Camp there is a trail that goes down to Siding village rather than going back down Mardi Himal back to Kokar. Siding is a traditional Nepalese village and still very much away from the busier modern tourist treks and it is likely you will stay at a homestay in Siding owned by the person who runs one of the lodges at Low Camp.

  • Day 9 Day 9: Trek From Siding Village To Lumre And Drive To Pokhara 3-4 Hours. (B/L)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 9: Trek From Siding Village To Lumre And Drive To Pokhara 3-4 Hours. (B/L)

      From Siding, you walk out to the road head at Lumre for 3-4 hours, on the way from Siding you will pass the villages of Kalimati and Ghalel. Kalimati is mainly a Brahmin village with Ghalel and Siding mixed Brahmin and Gurung. From Lumle we catch the taxi to Pokhara which is around an hourโ€™s drive.

      Pokhara is the touristโ€™s paradise full of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, Buddhist and Hindu temples along with the magnificent views of mountains. Overnight stay at Hotel.

  • Day 10 Day 10: Drive From Pokhara To Kathmandu By Tourist Bus. (B/D)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 10: Drive From Pokhara To Kathmandu By Tourist Bus. (B/D)

      On the way, you will be head up to Damauli, Dumre, Muglin, and Kurintar, where Nepalโ€™s first cable car joins the Manakamana Temple. From Naubishe you climb up to Thankot, the gateway to the capital city of Kathmandu.

      Evening you can do shopping in Thamel for your friends & family. Evening we will celebrate the farewell dinner at an authentic Nepalese restaurant with a cultural performance. Overnight stay at Hotel.

  • Day 11 Day 11: Departure To Airport. (B)
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Day 11: Departure To Airport. (B)

      A representative from Himalayan Adventure Treks and Tours will take you to the airport, approximately 3 hours before your scheduled flight. On your way home youโ€™ll have plenty of time to plan your next adventure in the wonderful country of Nepal.

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Experience Style

Experience Style

Mixed

There will be challenging activities such as hiking, biking, canyoning and trekking, but youโ€™re also going to have other means of transportation and relaxed moments to just chill.

Accomodation level

Accomodation level

Medium

This accommodation includes essential services like a hot shower, electricity, and a nice and comfy bed.

Experience Type

Experience Type

Small Group

Youโ€™ll be accompanied by a small group of travelers just like you.

Physical Rating

Physical Rating

Average

There are several physical activities that last from 2 to 6 hours in easy terrains, low altitude flats, or water experiences. Please ask if youโ€™re not sure this applies to you.

Age range

Age range

Min: 10 / Max: 80

Minors from 10 to 17 years must be accompained by an adult during the experience.

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