North Nepal offers you different trekking packages for Mardi Himal, ranging from the shortest 3 days to the longest 7 days trek. Choose a trek depending on your fitness level and capacity. Below you can find the detailed insight about the packages provided by North Nepal Trek.
3 Days Mardi Himal trek the shortest trek designed for professional trekkers and athletes like trail runners. You require a fast pace and endurance. This trek is not highly recommended for beginner-level hikers with a weak fitness level. The three-day trek is fast-paced and hurried. The trek starts early from every stop.
4 Days Mardi Himal trek requires a moderate pace. On this trek, you have to walk for 6-7 hours every day. You will cover around 60 km (37.28 miles) of distance. The highest elevation is 4,500 meters, which is the elevation of Mardi Base Camp.
5 Days Mardi Himal trek is ideal for everyone. On this trek, you have to walk for 6 hours on average every day. You will cover around 50 km (31 miles) of distance by trekking. The highest elevation is 4,500 meters at Mardi Base Camp.
The 7 days Mardi Himal trek is the best trek for completely and slowly immersing oneself in nature and culture. You stroll, watching and observing the lush green forest and the majestic view of Machhapuchre peak. You have to walk for 5 hours on average daily, covering around 58 km (36 miles) of distance by trekking. The highest elevation is 4,500 meters at Mardi Base Camp.
There are differnt alternative starting points to start Mardi trek. Below, you can find the elevation, location, and distance of Mardi trek starting points.
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Starting Point |
Elevation |
Location from Pokhara |
Distance from Pokhara |
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Astam |
1,522 m |
North-west |
20 km |
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Kande |
1,770 m (5,807 ft) |
Northwest |
27 km |
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Phedi |
1130 m (3,707 ft) |
North |
18.7 km |
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Dhampus |
1,650 m (5,413 ft) |
Northwest |
25.6 km |
Mardi Himal Trek can be accessed in all seasons. You can enjoy the majestic mountain view of Annapurna South (7,219m | 23,684 ft), Fishtail Peak (6,993 m |22,943 ft), the Traditional villages of Mardi, and the warm welcome of locals across 12 months. However, there are pros and cons to every season. Therefore, we have adjusted the itinerary based on seasons.
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Spring Season |
Mardi Base Camp (4,500 m) |
Clear blue sky, Premula and Rhododendron blooming |
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Summer Season |
Forest Camp (2,550 m) |
Expect rain. Lush green forest with perennial ferns and mosses |
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Autumn Season |
Mardi Base Camp (4,500 m) |
Clear blue sky, Premula and Rhododendron blooming |
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Winter Season |
Badal Danda (3,210 m) |
Snow above High Camp. Unpredictable environment above High Camp. |
Mardi Himal offers you the best sunrise and sunset views. Viewpoints like Badal Danda and Upper Viewpoint provide you magical sunrise and sunset view.
Located at an elevation of 4,200 meters above sea level, Upper Viewpoint gives the most amazing sunrise and sunset view. Along with the sunrise and sunset, you can indulge in the panoramic views of Machhapuchre, Himchuli, and Annapurna South mountains.
Badal Danda is located at an elevation of 3,210 m. It is another great viewpoint that gives you a magical view of sunrise and sunset. The orange sunrays lighting the peak of Fishtail is an astonishing view from the Badal Danda. Watching the clouds covering the valley down below is another most magical things to see from the viewpoint.
Mardi Himal also offers you a family-friendly trekking route. You can enjoy your trek with your parents, children, and siblings without much effort. Our itinerary is designed in such a way that you hustle less with more time to enjoy with your loved ones. Below, we have customized a family-friendly Mardi trek itinerary.
Below is the short comparesion between beloved Poonhill Trek and Mardi Trek based on duration, difficulty level, accomodation facality, and more.
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Category |
Mardi Himal Trek |
Poon Hill trek |
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Duration |
5-7 days |
4-5 days |
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Max Elevation |
4,500 m |
3,210 m |
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Difficulty |
Moderate (ridges above High Camp) |
Easy trek |
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Accommodation |
Basic teahouses (less luxury) |
More developed lodges |
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Best for |
Seeking for Adventure trek |
Seeking Families and casual trekkers |
|
Beginners friendly |
Yes |
Yes |
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Altitude Sickness |
Higher risk above 3,000m |
Lower risk |
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Main attraction |
Closer view of Machhapuchre, Annapurna South, Himchuli, Mardi Himal. |
Beautiful view of sunrise, Poon (Magar) village, and view of 18 Mountain peaks |
Mardi Himal Trek starts from Pokhara, the tourism capital of Nepal. Trek can be started from four different locations in Pokhara. Astam, Phedi, Dhampus, and Kande. The journey starts from Pokhara (822 m). Gradually to Dhampus, Pothana, Forest Camp, Low Camp, Upper Viewpoint, and to Mardi Base Camp (4,500 m). The walk is on the organized stone-paved trail most of the time. As you climb High Camp, the walk is on the ridge after a few hours. Below you can find the map of Mardi Himal Trek. If you are looking for digitial trail map of Mardi Himal Trek follow our Strava map.
Helicopter tour to MBC is the easiest and luxuary otions for people with time limit. Heli ride is around 12 to 15 minute long with the aerial view of Pokhara landscapes rivers and mountain ranges. It is generally doen in the morning around 6 to 7 am with 5 people only.
Mardi is a perfect trekking destination for all nature enthusiasts. Whether you are a beginner, seasonal hiker, or professional, Mardi in the Annapurna region shows no disparity. We have different packages built for you. Mardi is doable in every season. You can book the trek by emailing us at [email protected].
Want the complete guided option? Our Mardi Himal Trek package covers the classic route end-to-end.
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