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Mardi Himal or Peak, with a height of 5,548m, is a peak underneath the famous Mt Machapuchare(Fishtail). The trail to reach the base camp of the peak is known as Mardi Himal Trek, a recently inaugurated trail in the Annapurna Region. We, Sabbatical Explore Nepal, are quite happy to present this incredible trek to you.
Mardi Himal Trek is a trek that has been in the limelight lately. The walk was only popular among the locals initially, but now tourists worldwide can be found on the trail. Trekkers mainly do this trek to get breathtaking glimpses of Mt Machhapuchhre from Mardi Base Camp(4,100m). However, if you think that is the only highlight of the hike, it might be wrong.
You will start the trip with a scenic ride to Pokhara, either by air or by land. Then from Pokhara, you will head into the Wildside of the Annapurna region which is full of the lushest trees along the trail, traditional rural villages, welcoming people, buzzing rivers, terrace fields, grassy landscapes, and more.
All of those will happen on this Mardi Himal Trek. As you trek ahead, the breathtaking displays of peaks of the region will leave you amazed. Mainly, Mt Machhapuchhre's sight is a joy to watch as you will get a close-angled view of the beauty from the base camp of Mardi Himal(4,100m).
Yet, trekkers will enjoy being in the deep and dense woods of the Annapurna Conservation Area. Half of Mardi Himal Trek is full of greenery and woods. If you love the feeling of breathing in the woods, this is your treat.
And, the trek is not one of the toughest ones. If you can trek daily for 6-7 hours on the hills, you probably should not miss this one. Mardi Himal Trek is quite a great trek that offers a beautiful trekking experience. The experience can be of anything from mountains to the people of the region.
Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu
Day 2: Exploration in Kathmandu
Day 3: Drive to Pokhara
Day 4: Drive to Phedi and Trek to Pothana(1,890m)
Day 5: Trek to Forest Camp(2,554m)
Day 6: Trek to High Camp(3,980m)
Day 7: Trek to Mardi Himal Base Camp(4,500m)
Day 8: Trek to Siding Village
Day 9: Trek to Saidighatta and Drive to Pokhara
Day 10: Exploration day in Pokhara
Day 11: Drive back to Kathmandu
Day 12: Final Departure
Just like every guest of ours, we will have you from the Airport on your arrival. We will greet you, and then we will head straight to your hotel for some rest. Once you feel refreshed, we will pick you up again for a welcome dinner and the trek's orientation. We will know each of the members and a detailed Mardi Himal Trekking itinerary. Later you will return to the hotel for the night. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Kathmandu is a lovely city that offers historical and religious evidence of Nepal. For that reason, we will have a full exploration day in Kathmandu. Boudhanath Stupa, Pashupatinath Temple, Swaymbhunath Stupa, Kathmandu Durbar Square, and Patan Durbar Square are the places we will visit here. You will get an experienced city guide for the day. Overnight in Kathmandu.
Waking up and having our breakfast, we will leave the city for Pokhara. The next 5-6 hours will be spent on the highway that connects Kathmandu with Pokhara, the tourist hub in Nepal. After some rest in a hotel in Pokhara, we will move out to the most happening place in the city, Lake Side. The site allows us a crispy view of the lake, Mt Fishtail, surrounding hills, and a good ambiance. We will return to our hotel after the evening time by the lake.
On the fourth day of the Mardi Himal Trek, we will leave Pokhara for Phedi via a drive. The place is the starting point of the hike. We will ascend the stairs of the place to reach a forested trail before Dhampus. The village, Dhampus, offers glorious mountain views. We will have a short rest at Dhampus before rejoining the trek that ultimately ends at Pothana village. Overnight in Pothana.
Forest Camp will be the destination for the day. We will slowly climb staired uphills through the dense forest area of the region. We will reach Forest Camp by trekking through nothing but the forests of Birch, Maple, Hemlock, and Rhododendron for about 5 hours. We will settle in one of the lodges in Forest Camp amid the greenery.
Now, we will ascend towards the High Camp of Mardi Himal Trekking. The green and lush forest will guide us upwards. We have to do steep ascents to reach the High Camp(3,980m) via Rest Camp, Low Camp, and Middle Camp. We will take it slow and calmly. All of the grindings will be worth it when we get sights of Mt Annapurna South, Mt Fishtail, and the absolute serenity from the place. Overnight in High Camp.
It is time to push for Mardi Himal Base Camp. The road to the base camp is steep and rough but equally offering. We will walk over narrow and rocky sections along the trail to reach the foothills of Mardi Himal. From the base camp, we will experience some unreal scenery of the mountains in the Annapurna Region. As said earlier, Mt Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) will leave your mouth all open. Following some beautiful time in the base camp, we will return to high camp for the night.
Having already achieved Mardi Himal Base Camp, we will now descend to Siding village(1280m). It will be a long downhill trek of a minimum of 7 hrs. The hike should be comfortable for anyone. We will keep on enjoying the mountains and terrains of the region all day long. Overnight in a lovely village of Siding.
We will start with a descent to Lumre. En route to the place, we will pass by the terraces of several Tamang and Gurung villages. Following, we will join a ride back to Pokhara. Overnight in a hotel.
Pokhara, the place to be for any tourist, offers many things to its visitors. Pokhara offers many things, from boat rides, paragliding, cycling, bungee jumping, and zipline to cave visits. It will be a free day to do any of the activities in Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara.
By this time, we will have finished all the things of the Mardi Himal Trek. And we will make a return to Kathmandu through the same serpentine highway. On our arrival in Kathmandu, we will go to the hotel for a deserving rest. Overnight in Kathmandu.
We will bid goodbyes to each other at the end of this beautiful Mardi Himal Trekking. The team will drop you at the Tribhuvan International Airport(TIA). Farewell! See you on your next trip with us.
Will I get WiFi on this trek?
Yes, but not in all the places. The teahouses of the lower areas have WiFi services. But the higher areas teahouses may lack the service.
What is the best time for this Trek ?
March till May and September till November are the two-time intervals that are best for the trek.
Is it necessary to have training for the trek ?
If you are an experienced trekker, you do not need that. But if you are an amateur, it is helpful to have training like cardio, hiking, and running. Those sorts of activities will make you ready for the rugged trails of the trek.
Do I need a visa to visit Nepal?
Yes, a visa is necessary to visit Nepal for all tourists except Indian nationals. You can get a visa from the Nepalese Embassy in your country or an on-arrival visa from Kathmandu (TIA) Airport. For that, you will need a valid passport before 6 months, some passport-sized photos, and a visa fee.
How much is a Nepalese Visa fee?
The up-to-date visa fees (as of 6/6/2024) for a Nepalese visa is: US$30 for 15 days, US$50 for 30 days, US$125 for 90 days. For Visa Extension: 3 USD per Day(minimum 15 days) 5 USD per day as late fine in the case of delay
Which time is best for a Nepal tour?
The best times to visit Nepal are September to November and March to May. If you are not doing any high-altitude tours, you can visit Nepal all year round, including Monsoon and Winter.
What is Nepal best known for?
Nepal is known for multiple reasons. The country is geographically, culturally, architecturally, and religiously a gifted one. It is the birthplace of Buddha, home of Mt Everest and eight other world & highest peaks, the world best trekking trails, the land of brave Gurkhas, and more. Therefore, multiple reasons make Nepal popular across the globe.
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The trek of Kalo and Seto Kunda was with the guide and he had arranged of vehicles from Kathmandu to Syabrubeshi which takes 8 to 9 hours to reach Syabrubeshi. Syabrubeshi is taken as the gateway to Langtang valley which is situated at the confluence of Bhotekosi River and Langtang Khola. i and my friend will defenately visit again to Kathmandu and we are sure for Social Tourism & Sabbatical Explore Nepal are the best career break trip planner in Nepal.
Leah
We had a great time with Shiva and his team, from being picked up from the airport to being dropped off there, everything was just perfect! We had "culture tour and a trip to Shaman Village" Hiking. Got to see many cultural sites around Kathmandu and was an incredible experience in monastery visiting monks. The program was great and fantastic as far as we wanted away from the tourist crowds, all accommodations were good. It’s really a great opportunity to explore Nepal as local.
The “TeamSabbatical” were very helpful and friendly as well. When we have a questions or a problem can find someone on the spot immediately to find a answer and solve it. We highly recommend the trip Meet the Monks with Boudhanath Stupa tour, and the Kathmandu Cultural tour together.
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