Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,300m/4,264ft)

A Nepal Unique Treks representative will be there to pick us up from the Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. We take a short drive from the airport to our hotel. After a short rest, we will discuss more about the trek Tour In the Hotel, we have Nepalese cuisine at a welcome dinner hosted by Nepal Unique Treks.

Overnight in Kathmandu. Included: Dinner and AC Deluxe Hotel

Day 02: Drive to Pokhara (827m/2,700ft): 7-8 hours

We can enjoy the beautifully terraced farms, little shops by the side of the road and the raging Trishuli River on our drive to Pokhara also referred to as the ‘City of Lakes.’ From the city, we get great views of the Himalayas including Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, Machhapuchhre, the five peaks of Annapurna. Pokhara is also a tourist destination, so we take some time out in the evening and enjoy!

Overnight in Pokhara. Included: Breakfast, AC Deluxe Hotel.

Day 03: Drive to Phedi and trek to Deurali (2100m/6,720ft): 30 minutes drive, 4-5 hours trek

After an early morning breakfast, w e start our adventure with a drive to Phedi and start trekking from there. We walk on stone steps, terraced fields and through villages and forests before reaching Dhampus where we have lunch. We continue our walk to Deurali which is a small village beautifully located on a ridge with good views of the Annapurna South, Mardi Himal and Macchhapuchhare. Overnight in Derail.

Included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea, Coffee and best available twin sharing room

Day 04: Deurali to forest camp (2,520m/8064ft): 6-7 hours

Our trail passes through lush forest dotted with the red rhododendrons. The flowers are a common sight in Nepalese hills and it is no surprise that its Nepal’s national flower. Our trail is very quiet until we reach a clearing of the forest camp. We can take rest and explore the area which is also known locally as Kokar. Overnight in Forest Camp.

Included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea, Coffee and best available twin sharing room

Day 05: Forest Camp to low camp (2970m/9504ft): 5-6 hours

We continue to walk through dense forests admiring Nepal’s rich biodiversity and reach the low camp. From here, the fantastic view of Mt. Machapuchhre (Mt. Fishtail) up the valley is mesmerizing. We can spend some time in the evening observing the local lifestyle. Overnight in low camp.

Included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea, Coffee and best available twin sharing room

Day 06: Low camp to high camp (3540m/11,328ft): 3-4 hours

We trek uphill alongside a ridge towards Mardi Himal and Macchhapuchhre. The tree lines start getting thinner and the area mostly consists of shrubs with isolated rhododendron bushes along the trail. If lucky, we might even come across the Daphne pheasant (national bird of Nepal) on our way to high camp. We ascend up to the high camp, which the final destination of the day. From here the mountain views are stunning. Overnight in high camp.

Included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea, Coffee and best available twin sharing room

Day 07: High camp to upper viewpoint (4250m/13600ft), return back to high camp: 2-3 hours

On our trek to the upper viewpoint we ascend and descend, and sometimes on a steep and narrow trail. Our trail passes through pastures and we hike along a narrow ridge before reaching the Upper Viewpoint. The view of the Himalayan vista from here is astonishing. We see Mardi Himal (5587m), Annapurna I (8091m), Annapurna south (7219m), Hiunchuli (6441m), Baraha Shikhar (Mt. Fang) (7647m), Tent Peak (5695m), Singhachuli (6501m), Machapuchhre (6993m) and others. We trek back to the high camp for an overnight stay.

Included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea, Coffee and best available twin sharing room

Day 08: High camp to Sidhing Village (1700m/5440ft): 6-7 hours

We take a different route in high camp that takes us to Sidhing instead of going back down to Mardi Himal. The different route lets us experience something different and makes our trek exciting.  Siddhing offers a quiet stay for trekkers as it is tucked away from the busier trails. Overnight in Siddhing.

Included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea, Coffee and best available twin sharing room

Day 09: Trek to Lumre, drive to Pokhara 2-3 hours trek, 2 hours

After an early breakfast, we walk towards Lumre finally reaching the road from where we begin our drive to Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara.

Day 10: Drive Back to Kathmandu

Early in the Morning we will take taxi to bus station then take tourist bus to Kathmandu 7/8 hrs, early evening cheek in Hotel. We take a rest and freshen up. In the evening, there will be a farewell dinner to celebrate the successful completion of our Mardi Himal Trek. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Included Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Tea, Coffee and AC Deluxe Hotel

Day 11: Final departure

Our friendly representative will drop you off at the airport. We are sure that you will be inspired to visit Nepal again after this trek. We hope that you choose us to plan your next trip to Nepal.

Included meals: Breakfast

Note: if you take flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu it will be extra cost $240 per head  and Pokhara, Kathmandu sight seen activities extra

Included in the Cost     

• Airport pickups and drops by private vehicle
• A C Deluxe Hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara with breakfast
• Teahouse accommodation during the trek
• All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek
• All ground transportation on a comfortable private vehicle as per the itinerary
• farewell dinners
• An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader.
• Porter service (2 trekkers: 1 porter)
• Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, food and accommodation
• Sleeping bag trekking bag/duffel bag  (to be returned after trip completion)
• trekking map are yours to take
• All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (ACAP, TIMS)
• Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
• All government and local taxes

Not Included in the Cost

• Nepalese visa fee
• International airfare to and from Kathmandu
• Excess baggage charges
• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara
• Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara in case of early arrival, late departure, and early return from the mountain(due to any reason) than the scheduled itinerary
• Travel and rescue insurance
• Personal expenses (phone calls, laundry, bar bills, battery recharge, extra porters, bottle or boiled water, shower, etc.)
• Tips for guide(s), porter(s) and driver(s)

Accommodations

We will be accommodated in 3-star Categories hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara and teahouses during the trek. All accommodations are on twin-shared basis. Nepal Unique Treks will book the best available teahouses during the trek but understand that the trails of Mardi Himal Trek are not as frequented by tourists as the Annapurna and Everest regions. Therefore, the guesthouse facilities will be very basic. Also note that single rooms are readily available in Kathmandu and Pokhara but it might be difficult to find them during the trek.

Meals

During our trek, we can enjoy authentic Nepalese food as well the more common international cuisine (Tibetan, Continental, Italian, Indian, etc.). Breakfast and dinner will be provided from the teahouse or from a lodge menu where we spend the night whereas lunch will be provided on the way to the next destination. All meals, including breakfast, lunch and dinner, will be provided during trekking while only breakfast will be available in Kathmandu and Pokhara. There will also be welcome and farewell dinners.

Important Note

Your safety is of paramount concern while traveling with Nepal Unique Treks. Please note that your leader has the authority to amend or cancel any part of the itinerary if it is deemed necessary due to safety concerns. Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary; however, since this adventure entails travelling in remote mountainous regions, we cannot guarantee that we will not deviate from it. Weather conditions, health condition of a group member, unexpected natural disasters, etc., can all contribute to changes in the itinerary. The leader will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but please be prepared to be flexible if required.

Travel Insurance

It is a condition upon joining any of Nepal Unique Treks trips that all clients be insured for comprehensive expenses that might incur due to medical issues or accidents (this includes air ambulance, helicopter rescue, and treatment costs). Please note that we don’t arrange or sell insurance.

Physical Condition & Experience Requirements

This is an easy trek suitable for passionate walkers who have the ability to walk for around 4-5 hours a day with a light day-pack. Exercising and jogging regularly for a few weeks prior to the trip is good idea to enhance strength and stability. Past hiking experience would be an asset but no technical skill is required for this trip. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases should inform Nepal Unique Treks before booking the trek. We also recommend that you consult your doctor(s) before the trip.

Best Time to Travel

Autumn (Sept. to Nov.) and spring (March to May) are the best seasons for the Mardi Himal Trek. The weather is sunny and warm with outstanding views. If you wish to avoid crowds and enjoy some alone time with nature then taking this trip during winter (Dec., Jan. and Feb.) could also be an option. However, the temperature during winter could be harsh for most guests. Trekking in the summer or Monsoon seasons (June to Aug.) will be affected by rain but the summer trek could be a boon for a keen botanist.