From Pokhara: 5-day Mardi Himal Trek
ID: GYG321918-569908
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Country: Nepal
Description
Make the most of your time in Nepal and explore unseen gems and hidden treasures of the Annapurna region on this 5-day trek.
Day 1: At 8:30 AM, your guide will meet with you at your hotel in Pokhara. Then, drive to Kande and trek to Pothana/Deurali (2125 m). Overnight stay at a teahouse lodge.
Day 2: Trek to Low Camp (3150 m). The next day, the trail continues to the low camp at height of 3150 m. It will take about 3 hours to reach and, once there, you will be able to enjoy views of beautiful rhododendron trees covered with moss, fern, and lichen. The best view from this camp is the splendid Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) Mountain. There are just 3 lodges at the low camp and you will stay in Low Camp GH or similar. Overnight stay at a teahouse lodge.
Day 3: Trek to High Camp (3700 m). On day 3, trek straight to the high camp, which will take around 5 to 6 hours to reach. Pass through the Mardi Ridge, which shall provide majestic views of Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Annapurna South and Hiunchuli. Isolated rhododendron bushes and colorful Danphe pheasants are also a major attraction of the trail. There are 3 hotels at the high camp, which are much bigger than the ones at the low camp. The best hotel there is Trekkers Paradise, with internet facilities, hot and cold water, showers etc. Overnight stay at a teahouse lodge.
Day 4: Hike to Mardi Base Camp and trek down to Sidding (4500 m). On day 4, the trek arrives at Mardi Base Camp. Start the journey there after breakfast. It will take around 5 hours to get to. Explore the area and enjoy the exotic flora and fauna, mountain ranges, and snowy landscape. After spending some time there, begin the descent back to Sidding. It will take around 4 hours. The way can be slippery too, so caution is advised here. Stay at Trekkers Lodge or similar at Sidding. Organic and non-organic foods, water, internet facilities available. Overnight stay at a teahouse lodge.
Day 5: Drive back to Pokhara by Jeep. From Sidding, trek to Lumre, passing through the villages of Kalimati and Ghalel. From Lumre, travel by Jeep until arrival back in Pokhara. You will be dropped off at your hotel.
Highlights
- Enjoy breathtaking views of Himalayan mountains
- Create everlasting memories of nature, landscapes to cherish for a lifetime
- Witness the stunning Machhapuchhre Mountain
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• A scanned copy of your passport and a digital passport-sized photo are required prior to this tour for all participants
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You must fill out a travel information form
You must present either proof of full vaccination, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 3 months, or a negative test taken no more than 24 hours before the activity starts
All participants over 12 years old must present one of the following: proof of full vaccination, proof of first vaccination administered at least 22 days ago, proof of a Covid-19 infection in the past 6 months, or a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before the activity starts
Masks are optional for this activity
All participants who are 12 years and older must present a Reinforced Green Pass that is valid in the EU and has a verifiable QR code. Reinforced Green Passes can only be obtained by uploading either proof of full vaccination or proof of a Covid-19 infection within the last 6 months to either the Green Pass or Covid Certificate app
Masks are required while indoors
Your hotel in Pokhara
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
