Mardi Himal trek is a short colorful foray into the Annapurna region. The trail winds through patchwork valleys, dense mossy forests and past waterfalls where you can stop to cool yourself. Around every corner is a tantalizing glimpse of the high mountains, whole horizons of which will be revealed to you as you reach the high points of your trek. This Mardi Himal Trekking is one of the bitten Eco-tourism based trekking destinations in Nepal.
This trek offers the opportunity to escape Nepal’s tourist trails to venture in to the deep forests and roam the high alpine pastures that flank the Annapurna ranges. The emphasis of the trek is on the forest and wilderness zone of these mountains. Some villages are visited on the last days of the trek and these receive few visitors and retain much of their traditional charm. There is an essence of exploration on this trek. The trails we follow are not well used and sometimes hard to identify.
Highlights of the Trek
magnificient close-up view of annapurna and machhapuchhare range, Wilderness trek in annapurna region, flora and fauna, beautiful Village view, alpine forest, Gurung and thakali Gulture, eco friendly villager, the least touristy trek.
Facts of the Trip
Tour Region: Annapurna Region.
Best season: September to November & Feb to May.
Transportation: By tourist bus / private or Air.
Accommodation: Hotels, Resorts & tea houses and camping.
Grade: Moderate to strenuous
Trekking style: tea house / camping
Highest access of the trek: Around 18500 feet.
Culture: Mixed culture of Gurung, Magar, Thakali.
Himalayan sights: Annapurna Range, Fishtail Range (machhapuchhare range), Dhawalagiri Range, Nilgiri.
Attraction: Close Mountain View, Villages, local peoples, rhododendron forest.
Travel Insurance
Make sure to have both medical and evacuation insurance before coming to Nepal for Trekking. Insurance for the guide and supporters which we will arrange,
Note: - B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= dinner
Note : The departure schedule can be changed on any unavoidable circumstances such as weather hazards, trail slides, and avalanches.
Day 01: Arrival in Kathamdu
Upon arrival you will be met and assisted by an Himalayan Idol representative and transferred to Hotel.
Day 02: Drive/Fly from Kathmamdu to Pokhara
After morning breakfast drive/fly to Pokhara , half day sightseeing in Pokhara Valley(Phewa Lake, Barahi Temple, boating in Fewa Lake, Davis Falls, Gupteshwori Temple, ).
Day 03: Drive from Pokhara to Pothana Deurali(2150m).
Drive from Pokhara to Phedi, it takes one hours by driving. The road is reasonably good. Then trek from Phedi to Pothana village Deurali (2150m). It takes 4 hours then overnight at camp.
Day 04: Trek from Pothana Deurali to forest camp.
After morning breakfast today we trek from Pothana village to Forest Camp. it takes about 5 hours then overnight at camp.
Day 05: Trek from Forest Camp to Low Camp
The flora and funna has turned to classic cloud forest with mosses and liche, . As we climb there are natural windows in the woods that view out onto thrilling panoramas towards Hiunchuli Peak and the knife-sharp traverse towards Annapurna South. Far below, to our left, we can see Modi Khola Valley leading up into the Annapurna Sanctuary. Though Low Camp still surrounded by forest, we have magnificient northerly views of the ever-closer ‘Fishtail’.
Day 06 :Trek from Low Camp to High Camp (4100 m).
After early breakfast we start trekking to reach our highest point of the trek, if conditions are favorable, up to 15,000 /16,000 ft. In the afternoon we return to our camp. If the weather is clear, the view today will never be forgotten. Overnight at camp.
Day 07 : Exploration Day
Today is rest day in and around High Camp. A peaceful day of acclimatization, reading and relaxing in the warmth of the midday sun.
Day 08 : Trek from High Camp to Siding Village (1280m ).
Today the trail decents through the shade of the forest, and out onto terraced fields, down 1,600 m. This is a different route down –to the upper Mardi Khola. Here, as we make our way along the banks of the Mardi Khola from the hill-side village of Siding, down through the lovely fields, past the simple farms and over the 'interesting' bridges, there is no doubting this is indeed the idyllic Nepali countryside.
Day 09 : Siding Village to Pokhara.
With morning spectacular views of himalayan range from siding, the trail continues to pokhara city.
Day 10 : Return to Kathmandu
After morning breakfast in the hotel, the tour starts with the scenic view of beautiful hills, countryside lifestyle driving along the Trishuli River. Enjoy the scenic countryside and the drive along the Trisuli River.
Team Membership
For the Mardi Himal Trekking we will take minimum 2 trekkers and maximum of 20 trekkers.
Fitness and what to expect
We are travelling in high and remote terrain at moderately high altitudes. Members will best have a moderate level of fitness to enjoy the experience to its fullest. The trails are sometimes steep and a couple of the trek days quite long (about 6 hours). Weather can deteriorate and rain, strong winds and even some snow are possible. However we are travelling at a mild time of the year to best appreciate the surroundings.
Hotel
There are every category of accommodation facilities that range from the international standard star hotels to budget hotels and lodges; therefore the hotel reservation is not a difficult task. You can make reservation as per you budget. 'Himalayan Idol ' is ready to make any arrangement for you as per your wish, desire and budget.
Food
Food will be of the highest standard possible, given the remoteness of the situation. Please inform us if you have any special dietary requirements.
In the Mardi Himal Trekking we will be dining in the Lodge.
Equipment List
Please read the list enclosed detailing all necessary clothing and equipment to be individually provided by trek members. If you have any queries about items on the list please do ask.
Clothing and Equipment Check List
Body Wear
- Thermal underwear (long)
- Polarfleece jacket and pants
- Mid layer polar fleece top
- Down jacket (to –10°C)
- Gortex rain parka and overpants
- T shirt and shorts
- Underwear
- Casual wear for evenings
- Comfortable riding pants and jacket
Head Wear
- Fleece/wool warm hat
- Baseball hat or sun hat
- Snow glasses
- Riding helmet optional
Hand Wear
- Fleece gloves
- Riding gloves
Foot Wear
- Socks x 3 sets
- Trekking/riding boots
- Lightweight running shoes
Trek Gear
- Small rucksack/daypack
- Waterbottle
- Medium sized kit bag/duffel with full length zip and lockable
- Extendable ski poles (optional)
Camping Gear
- Down sleeping bag (to -10°C)
- Headlamp and batteries
Accessories
- Personal toiletries
- Personal first aid kit
- Small kit bag/duffel (to store gear in KTM) Pocket knife / leatherman
- Personal medication & personal first aid kit
- Sun cream and lip balm
- Moist towels for personal hygiene
- Camera and plenty of film
- Camping towel
How to join the trek
If you would like to join the Mardi Himal Trekking, please fill out an Trekking Application Form and forward to us along with the deposit. If you require more information please contact us:
It's a very nice and unique travel for me and my friends in Nepal. We were extremly excited about the venture of rafting, jungle elephant safari, canone riding, and the trekking. So closed to the beautiful nature, the original forest, great snow mountains and the wild animals.and all those were protected at really original situation.
I personally thanks to Mr. Pramod who arrange our tour& trekking while we are in Nepal & enjoyed very much. Everyday we pass through different styles of mountain view,nurish our eyes, workout our willpower, enjoy the success of self-challenge. We were impressed by the beauty and clean of the small mountain villages, as well as the nice and friendly people.
In Kathermandu, we felt the rich history and triditional culture of the country. My friends enjoyed the shopping very much.
It's also great that the itinerary was flexible for everyone that some of my friends just stayed in Pokhara enjoy the leisur time while some of us took the trekking for few days.
Yours
Joyce, Stephen & Group
2009/September
Australia
