Mardi Himal Trek from Pokhara: A Detailed Itinerary for Breathtaking Himalayan Views
March 2, 2023
If you’re looking for a trek that is off the beaten path and offers breathtaking views of the Himalayas, then the Mardi Himal Trek is a perfect choice. Located just east of the Annapurna Base Camp, the Mardi Himal Trek takes you through dense forests, past traditional villages, and up to the Mardi Himal Base Camp, where you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views of the Annapurna and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) mountains.
In this blog, I’ll provide you with a detailed itinerary for the Mardi Himal Trek from Pokhara.
Day 1: Pokhara to Kande to Deurali
We’ll start our journey from Pokhara, and drive to Kande, which is a 1-hour drive. From Kande, we’ll start our trek, and head towards Deurali. The trail takes you through a beautiful rhododendron forest, and it takes around 4-5 hours to reach Deurali. We’ll stay overnight in a teahouse in Deurali.
Day 2: Deurali to Forest Camp
After breakfast, we’ll continue our trek to Forest Camp. The trail takes you through dense forests, and you’ll get to see various species of birds and wildlife. The trek takes around 5-6 hours, and we’ll stay overnight in a teahouse in Forest Camp.
Day 3: Forest Camp to Low Camp
Today’s trek is relatively short and takes around 3-4 hours. The trail takes you through the forest, and you’ll start to see the Himalayas in the distance. We’ll reach Low Camp, where we’ll stay overnight in a teahouse.
Day 4: Low Camp to High Camp
After breakfast, we’ll start our trek to High Camp. The trail takes you through alpine forests, and the views of the Himalayas become more and more prominent. The trek takes around 4-5 hours, and we’ll stay overnight in a teahouse in High Camp.
Day 5: High Camp to Mardi Himal Base Camp and back to High Camp
Today is the highlight of the trek, as we’ll reach the Mardi Himal Base Camp. We’ll start our trek early in the morning to reach the base camp before the clouds roll in. The trail is steep, and it takes around 3-4 hours to reach the base camp. From the base camp, you’ll get to see panoramic views of the Annapurna and Machhapuchhre mountains. We’ll then return to High Camp, where we’ll stay overnight.
Day 6: High Camp to Siding Village
After breakfast, we’ll start our descent to Siding Village. The trail takes you through beautiful forests, and you’ll get to see traditional Gurung villages. The trek takes around 5-6 hours, and we’ll stay overnight in a teahouse in Siding Village.
Day 7: Siding Village to Lumre and drive back to Pokhara
Today is the last day of our trek, and we’ll start our descent to Lumre. From Lumre, we’ll drive back to Pokhara, where you can relax and enjoy the beautiful lake city.
In conclusion, the Mardi Himal Trek is a perfect trek for those looking for an off the beaten path trek that offers panoramic views of the Himalayas. The trek is relatively short, but it offers some of the most stunning views of the Annapurna and Machhapuchhre mountains. I hope this itinerary helps you plan your Mardi Himal Trek from Pokhara. Happy trekking!
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