Mardi Himal Trek – 6 Days
About this experience
A quieter high-ridge trek to Mardi Himal Base Camp (4,500 m) directly under the fluted spire of Machhapuchhre. Forest camps, open ridgelines and huge close-up mountain views. Includes a licensed guide, lodging, ACAP permit and Pokhara transfers.
Highlights
Day-by-day itinerary
Drive to Kande, climb via Australian Camp to Forest Camp.
What's included
Included in the price
- Licensed English-speaking trekking guide
- Teahouse / lodge accommodation on the trail
- All trekking permits (TIMS + area permit)
- Ground transport to and from the trailhead
- Shared porter support
Not included
- International flights & Nepal visa
- Travel & rescue insurance (mandatory)
- Meals in the city
- Personal expenses, drinks & snacks
- Tips for guide and porter
Meeting point
- 1Pokhara → Kande → Forest Camp
- 2Forest Camp → Low Camp
- 3Low Camp → High Camp
- 4High Camp → Mardi Base Camp → High Camp
- 5High Camp → Siding → Pokhara
- 6Pokhara → Kathmandu
Interactive map coming soon.
Good to know
Broken-in boots, warm layers & down jacket, rain shell, headlamp, water bottle/purification, sunhat & sunscreen, personal first-aid and any medication.
ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Permit) and a licensed guide are included and mandatory.
Travellers with serious heart or lung conditions, or anyone unwilling to walk 5–7 hours a day at altitude.
Traveller reviews
We passed through small villages we'd never have found on our own. Communication before departure was clear and nothing was left to chance.
A once-in-a-lifetime route, and every hard hour was worth it. Small group, unhurried, and genuinely well run throughout.