Tour Overview
The Mardi Himal Trek is a great alternative trekking trail to escape away from crowded treks of Annapurna with amazing views and duration similar to Poon Hill Trek. This is a relatively new trekking route in the Annapurna region with magnificent views of the Annapurna mountains range. It's a less-crowded trekking trail with a beautiful view along the way. Though the availability of foods and teahouse accommodation on the trail is at the bare minimum, Mardi Himal Trek is still an enjoyable trekking destination that requires minimum effort. This trek is about a week-long trip to the Annapurna Himalayas with excellent views of snow-capped peaks through small Nepali villages. Mardi Himal trek is an interesting trek compared to other famous treks in this region. Trekking to Mardi Himal consists of short ascend or descend every day. The Tea houses accommodation on this trek are basic and offer only essential items to visitors. ...more ...less
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m) & transfer to hotel.
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Arrive at Tribhuvan International airport, Kathmandu and you will be met by our airport representative and transferred to the hotel, and overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.
Day 2 : Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (8,50m) Duration: 6-7 hours.
Location: Pokhara
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Today, We will drive to Pokhara right after breakfast and enjoy the scenic road trip along the bank of Trishuli River for 6-7 hours. Overnight at a hotel in the lakeside area.
Day 3 : Drive to Kande and trek to Pritam Deurali (2,100m) duration: 4-5 hours.
Location: Pritam Deurali
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After having breakfast at our hotel in Pokhara, we start our trip by taking another ride to Kande. The place is the beginning point of our trek, After nearly 3-4 hours we reach Pitam Deurali. We will see excellent views of Annapurna South and Mount Fishtail and overnight stay at the teahouse.
Day 4 : Trek from Pritam Deurali to Kokra forest Camp (2,550m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
Location: Forest Camp
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
From Pritam Deurali, we start our trekking towards Kokar forest camp where we will see beautiful dense rhododendron forests, flora, and fauna along the route. It will be around five to six hours of trekking through the jungle we arrive at Forest camp for overnight stay.
Day 5 : Trek from Forest camp to Low camp (2,900m) Duration: 3-4 hours.
Location: Mardi Himal Low Camp
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
from Forest Camp, we will head towards low camp (2,9900m). Today is easy and short trekking day. We can see the change in vegetation, and slowly as we climb above the 3000m mark, we can feel that we are getting more into the Himalayan surroundings. Excellent views of the sunset and sunrise. Today we will be staying overnight at local tea house in the Mardi Himal low camp.
Day 6 : Trek from Low camp to Mardi Himal High Camp (3,580m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
Location: Mardi Himal High Camp
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is a challenging trekking day ahead of us as we have to face more climbing up hills. After crossing the 3560 m mark, the weather might change drastically. Your guide will explain to you about weather conditions.
We will arrive at Mardi high camp today and stay at a local teahouse with full board meals.
Day 7 : Hike up to Mardi Himal Base camp (4,500m) Duration: 5-6 hours.
Location: Mardi Himal base Camp
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today is the most important day of our trek. It will be a bit challenging trekking day but along with continuous ascents, the nearby views of snow-capped mountains will simply take your breath away. The path might get slippery today, however, surroundings Himalayas will be beautiful with excellent views of Mt. Machhapuchre and The Annapurna base camp are also can be seen from Mardi Himal Base Camp.
Day 8 : Trek from Mardi Himal High Camp to Sidding Village (1,850m) Duration: 6-7 hours.
Location: Sidding
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Leaving Mardi Himal High Camp, Instead of focusing on completing this journey early, we want you to enjoy and make the most out of it. We will trek down towards Sidding village today, enjoying magnificent local settlements, Himalayan views, dense forests, and beautiful waterfalls. We finally arrive at Sidhing for an overnight stay.
Day 9 : Trek to Lwang and drive to Pokhara (8,50m) duration: 6-7 hours.
Location: Pokhara
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch
Today is our final trekking day of Mardi Himal and we walk mostly downwards for a couple of hours to Lwang village and then drive back to the scenic lake city of Pokhara. If you want to visit the places, sites, and attractions in Pokhara you can visit yourself. overnight stay at the hotel.
Day 10 : Drive back to Kathmandu (1350m) Duration: 6-7 hours.
Location: Kathmandu
Accommodation: Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
After enjoying the sunrise , boating, or traveling to some popular tourist destinations in Pokhara, we will drive back to Kathmandu for 6 to 7 hours. overnight stay at Hotel.
Day 11 : Transfer to international airport for your final departure.
Location: International Terminal
Meals Included: Breakfast
You will be transferred to the international airport for your final departure to your loving home. Uma Holidays Travels & Tours Team has taken pleasure in serving you all of these weeks; you counted on us & we didn’t let you down because we know how hard you’ve worked to enjoy this holiday. We bid farewell as you take heaps of memories and happiness back to your home.
What's Included
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Airport Transfers at Destination
Airport pick up and drop by private vehicle. Tourist bus to Pokhara and back to Kathmandu. Transportation from Pokhara to Kande and Lwang to Pokhara by shared car/Jeep.
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Permit and Tims Card
Annapurna Conservation Area Permit and Trekkers’ Information Management System (TIMS card)
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Accommodation
Two nights 3-star Hotel in Kathmandu with breakfast. Two nights 3-star Hotel in Pokhara with breakfast. Trekking lodge twin sharing accommodations during the trek
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Other Included
An arrangement of emergency evacuation service (should have insurance for emergency evacuation and will be paid by your travel insurance company) Trekking route maps All necessary government taxes and service charges.
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Additional Service
Use of sleeping bags, down jacket, duffel bag, and walking poles (if you do not have your own, to be returned after you complete the trip).
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Meals – Full Board
Three meals a day (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) During the trek Fresh fruit every night after dinner.
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Guide & Porter
English speaking guide with all his salary, food, drinks, accommodation, transport and insurance. A Strong, helpful porter with proper equipment (one porter for two people).
What's Not Included
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Personal Expenses
Your personal expenses. Battery charging and hot shower during the trek on the tea houses.
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Flight Fare & Visa Fee
Nepal entry visa fee. International airfare.
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Drinks with Meals
All the alcoholic and nonalcoholic hot and cold drinks. Meals whilst you are in Kathmandu and Pokhara prior to the trek.
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Tipping and Gratuities
Tips for the guide, porter and driver (Tipping is expected).
Check out our Q&As
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Will I know the names and details of all the accommodation before I depart?
Yes, the names and details of the accommodation in cities will be made known to the travelers. But during the trek in mountain to let know the all the accommodation it’s not possible at all.
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Will there be an escort accompanying this tour?
Yes, there will be an escort accompanying this tour.
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What currencies are required for this tour?
Nepalese rupees are required for this tour.
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Is there any free time to explore places during the tour?
Yes, there free time to explore places during the tour.
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Company Instant Book
Yes, we have an instant booking system.
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What is the fitness level required to do this tour?
As long as you are reasonably fit can walk for 5-6 hours a day and trek/hike a few uphill, Uma Holidays Travels & Tours teams will support you to the fullest to transform your dream of standing at Mardi Himal into reality
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What happens if a group doesn’t make its minimum required number of passengers?
Our trip is 100% guaranteed so even if the group does not match the number of minimum person tour will depart.
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
No, the entry visa is not included.
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Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?
We can assist with preorder post-tour accommodation.
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Is the tour coach air conditioned?
No, this tour doesn’t couch air conditioning.
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Are all entrance fees included in the price?
Sightseeing in the city entrance fee is excluded.
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Do you require a visa for this holiday?
Yes, a visa is required for this holiday.
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Are flights included in this tour?
Domestic & International flights are not included in this Tour.
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Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?
Yes, our all-local guides on the tour are English Speaking.
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What is the maximum group size?
The maximum group size is 10.
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What is the tipping policy?
The usual, sensible recommendation is 20% of salary, which means about USD $5 for the guide and USD $4 for the porters per day.
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Are children permitted to take part in the tour?
Yes, Children are permitted to take part in this tour. But the children must be above 8 years.
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What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?
Travelers will be provided with 3 start hotels in cities and lodges or tea houses during the trek.
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Are airport transfers included in this tour?
Yes, Airport transfer is included.
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What is the best Season for trek to Everest Base Camp?
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Are vaccinations required for this tour?
No vaccines are required for this tour.
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Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?
Yes, most guesthouses offer Wi-Fi, for a small charge. it cost USD 2-$5 per day.
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Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?
You need to have 12 Kg of your baggage’s for porter ( One porter for 2 peoples, The porter will carry Maximum 25 Kg weight)
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Is there a supplement for solo travellers?
Yes, there is a supplementary for travelers.
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Will passengers from another country be participating in the tour?
Yes, passengers from another country are participating in this tour.
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You can easily change your holiday date easily even after you have once booked.
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What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?
TAAN, NMA, TripAdvisor, TourRadar, IATA
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
Yes, we operate a single share option and you need to pay extra if you're a solo traveler as a single supplement.
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What essential documents/items do I need to bring with me?
You must bring a valid passport (must be valid for up to 6 months, keep an extra photocopy just in case), a copy of your travel insurance, cash, flight tickets, emergency contact numbers of insurance and family members, and any medications.
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Will somebody come to pick me up at the airport upon my arrival?
Yes, our Airport Representative will come to the airport to pick you up. Outside of Terminal Hall, he/she will be displaying a playing card of Sherpa Expedition and Trekking Team Pvt. Ltd. with your name on it. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the hotel or our office.
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Can I join the tour once it has departed?
You can not join the tour once it has departed.
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Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?
Yes, the accommodations included meeting local health and safety regulations.
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Can I get Nepal visa on arrival or online?
Yes, you can get on an arrival tourist visa at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Most people can obtain a visa on entry to Nepal. There are some countries visa will need to be organized prior to traveling. $30 USD for 15 days of visa from the date of issue, $50 USD for 30 days and $125 USD for 90 days tourist visa. You can apply for visa online.
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What documents will I receive before I travel?
No documents will be provided before you Travel.
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Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?
Uma Holidays Travels and Tours staffs like a guide, porter, and other staffs will be your travelling companions on the tour.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Our company has been trading since 2009 A.D
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Does Uma Holidays Travels and Tours accepts credit cards?
Yes, we accept Visa and Master Card for payment (not American Express). The bank will be charge 4.5 % extra to paying by cards.
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What currency should I bring to Nepal?
We advise you to bring US dollars /British pound s/Euros to pay for your visa, trip cost, and other expenses. Most major currencies are usually accepted also. It is always better to travel with US dollars.
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Am I contributing to any charity by booking the tour?
Yes, your booking amount will be contributed to the charity.
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Can I get a Nepal visa on arrival or online?
Yes, you can get on an arrival tourist visa at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu. Most people can obtain a visa on entry to Nepal. There are some countries visa will need to be organized prior to traveling. $30 USD for 15 days of visa from the date of issue, $50 USD for 30 days and $125 USD for 90 days tourist visa. You can apply for a visa online.
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Mardi Himal Trek
11 Days Starting and ending in Kathmandu
Visiting: Kathmandu, Pokhara, Pritam Deurali, Forest Camp, Mardi Himal Low Camp, Mardi Himal High Camp, Mardi Himal base Camp, Sidding, International Terminal ...more ...less
Tour operator:
Tour code:
MHTUHTAT
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 10
Age range:
10-90
Special diets catered:
Vegetarians, Vegans, Kosher
