8 days tour

Mardi Himal Short Trek

$ 1,299 .00 USD

Total price per person

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Mardi Himal Short Trek

This tour includes:

Transport

All the surface transportation inclusive hotel and airport transfer.

Guide

An experienced, helpful, and friendly Government license holder trekking guide.

Optional

Local staffs and porters to carry your luggage during the trek.(2 Clients a sherpa porter)

Meals

Three meals a day ( Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner) during the trek.

Flights

Kathmandu to Pokhara to Kathmandu flight fare.

Others

All the necessary paper works and Annapurna conservation entry fees. (Trekking permit / TIMS card etc.) Down jackets-sleeping bags and comprehensive medical kits. All the government taxes and company service charges. Rain protection duffel bag for client luggage

Accommodation

2 nightsโ€™ Deluxe accommodation in a 4-star hotel (Ramada) in Kathmandu on a twin-sharing basis including 2 breakfasts. 1 night Deluxe accommodation in a 4-star hotel (Water font resort) in Pokhara on a twin-sharing basis including 2 breakfasts. Twin-sharing Teahouse/lodges accommodation during the trek.

Not included:

Insurance

Personal Travel Insurance

Others

International airfares and Nepal entry visa. Alcoholic non alcoholic, hot and cold drinks, beverages, bar bills, and bottled water Your Travel Insurance All the alcoholic and nonalcoholic, soup, tea, coffee, hot chocolate, cocoa, mineral water, extra food, cold and hot drinks on trek ( i.e. those you choose to purchase along the way and during evenings in the tea houses) Tips to the trekking crews Any other personal and non-personal expenses which are not included in our cost.

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Itinerary of your trip Mardi Himal Short Trek

  • Day 1 Arrival In Kathmandu (1,350M) & Transfer To Hotel.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Arrival In Kathmandu (1,350M) & Transfer To Hotel.

      On your arrival at Kathmandu Tribhuvan International Airport, you will be met by a Sherpa Expedition & Trekking representative, and taken to your hotel. After checking in at your hotel you will be briefed on what to expect on your Mardi Himal trekking adventure

  • Day 2 Fly From Kathmandu To Pokhara & Drive To Kande & Trek To Pritam Deurali (2,164 M) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Fly From Kathmandu To Pokhara & Drive To Kande & Trek To Pritam Deurali (2,164 M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      Today we will take a 30 minutes flight to Pokhara and we have a one-hour drive from Pokhara to Kande with glorious views of mountains along the way. From Kande we follow the trail for one hour to Australian camp a pretty area also known as Thulo Kharka, a grazing pasture land with amazing panoramic views of the Annapurna range of mountains including: Dhaulagiri, Mardi Himal and Manaslu peaks including the iconic Machapuchare โ€˜Fish Tailโ€™. We then head downhill to the small village of Pothana from where we have excellent views of snow-clad peaks in the midst of alpine forests.

  • Day 3 Trek From Pritam Deurali To Low Camp (3,150M) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek From Pritam Deurali To Low Camp (3,150M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      Today you will notice the change in vegetation with more cloud and moisture with the trees covered in moss and lichen, with orchids clinging to the trees. It is cooler here and has a more jungle feel. Occasionally you can catch a peek through the trees of the snow-covered mountains, such as Mt. Machapuchare, Mardi Himal, and the Annapurna Ranges.

  • Day 4 Trek From Low Camp To Mardi Himal High Camp (3,580M) Duration 5-6 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek From Low Camp To Mardi Himal High Camp (3,580M) Duration 5-6 Hours.

      After an early breakfast, we head out on the trail to the highest point on this trek where you will have to get accustomed to trekking at this higher altitude. The magnificent peaks look close enough to reach and out and touch them. The massive face of the mountain highlights the sheer size of Mardi Himal (5587m). We will go a little higher during the day to better appreciate these peaks before heading back to High Camp for the night.

  • Day 5 Hike Up To Mardi Himal Base Camp (4,500M) & Trek Down To Low Camp Duration 7-9 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Hike Up To Mardi Himal Base Camp (4,500M) & Trek Down To Low Camp Duration 7-9 Hours.

      With a day to spare we will head to Mardi Himal along a ridge to reach the highest point of this trek at 4,500 meters. The trail takes us to a ridge directly at the base of Mardi Himal southwest Face with majestic views of Mt. Machapuchare that soars into the blue sky. Mardi Himal is also referred to as โ€™The Other Sanctuaryโ€™ named by early explorer Mr. Jimmy Roberts when he first ventured the area in the late 1970s. After a good time at Mardi Himal Base Camp with its superb mountain views, we return on the same trail back to Low camp for the night.

  • Day 6 Trek To Siding Village (1,280M) & Drive To Pokhara (8,50M) Duration 6-7 Hours.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Trek To Siding Village (1,280M) & Drive To Pokhara (8,50M) Duration 6-7 Hours.

      Our trail today is again downhill and not as difficult as we descend nearly 1,800 meters before coming to Siding Village. Siding Village is also known for its honey-catchers who hang off ropes on cliff faces to extract honey from wild bee hives. We follow the trail along the banks of the Mardi Khola (river) and cross a few suspension bridges along the way. This landscape is lush and productive for the local farmers in these villages. After lunch, we head back to Pokhara in time for lunch. Mahendra Cave (limestone 152m in length) and Davidโ€™s Fall are two places you may wish to see after arriving back at Pokhara. You can also choose to hang out at Lakeside and have a few drinks.

  • Day 7 Fly Back To Kathmandu (1,350M) Duration 30 Minutes.
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Fly Back To Kathmandu (1,350M) Duration 30 Minutes.

      Today go by flight back to Kathmandu. Tonight is possibly your last night in Nepal to enjoy our hospitality. You will have a fun night and dinner with us before you leave Nepal. You will take with you some amazing memories of your time in Nepal.

  • Day 8 Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure
    • 12:00 am - 11:59 pm

      Transfer To The International Airport For Your Final Departure

      Sherpa Expeditions Teams staff will take you to the airport for your departure from Nepal. We hope that this epic trek will be firmly embedded in your memory and will be enough to make you consider your next trek with us!

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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

Basic

Almost everyone is fit for these activities. Every hike or physical exercise last less than 30 minutes, such as paragliding and horseback riding. Please ask about specific conditions.

Age range

Age range

Min: 10 / Max: 90

Age range allowed for this experience.

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