Annapurna Region

Mardi Himal trek is one of the most popular and commercialized trek of Annapurna Region. The trek slightly follows the iconic trekking trail of Annapurna Base Cam but it differs throughout the way as we hike to the forest camp. The trek goes to the base of Mardi Himal at an altitude of 4,500 meters. You can find many small teahouses and local lodges along the way as this is one of the most commercialized treks. The trek is famous because of the obvious breathtaking and spectacular views of all the mountains in the Annapurna Ranges. Not only the mountains but the customs and culture with narrow roads and beautiful rhododendron forests make this infamous trek totally worthwhile.

The trek is most suitable for those nature enthusiasts who want to explore the commercialized places with lesser risk and more facilities. You can embark on this journey with your family and friend without having to concern about accommodation and other basic facilities. The trek goes through the depth of nature to best of Himalayas which can give the new generation an utmost experience on human existence and nature. Our guides and potters will take care of your luggage and navigation while you can relax and enjoy the nature away from all the hustles and bustles of city life.

Before beginning the Mardi Himal Trek, it is must for the trekkers to be in good a physical condition because the altitude will exceed 4,500 meters. All travelers are advised to engage in some basic physical activity three to four months before embarking on this wonderful journey. All hikers are advised to bring some basic trekking equipment with them for their personal comfort. Even though there may be some challenges along the way, the journey will be worthwhile as you sample the traditional cuisine and drinks from the region and take in the breathtaking scenery. Before you begin the trek, we will obtain the TIMS permission and the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) permit for you.

After your trek preparation ends in Kathmandu, the trek begins with a spectacular flight to Pokhara, from where we take a short drive to Kande and begin our journey to Pothana. We enjoy the first night in the Himalayas and head to popular Forest Camp. We embark to beautiful Badal Dada the next day, which will be around 5 to 6 hours of walk. We reach High Camp the next day and enjoy the best sceneries in the region. The following day we reach the much awaited Mardi Base Camp, which is our last destination upwards. The same day we hike back to low camp and stay for the night. The next day we descend to Sidhing and drive to Pokhara. The last day we take a stunning drive back to Kathmandu which marks the end to our spectacular Mardi Himal Trek.

Outline Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,400m/4,593ft) - Transfer to hotel & Trip Preparation
Day 02: Fly to Pokhara, drive to Kande and trek to Pothana(1,990m/6,528ft) - 25 minutes flight, 1-hour drive, and 2 to 3 hours trek
Day 03: Trek to Forest Camp (2,600m/8,531ft) - 4 to 5 hours trek
Day 04: Trek to Badal Danda (3,210m/11,528ft) - 3 to 4 hours trek
Day 05: Trek to High Camp (3,600m/11,810ft) and Acclimatization - 2 to 3 hours trek
Day 06: Hike to Mardi Himal Base Camp (4,500m/14,760ft) and trek to Low Camp (3,050m/10,006ft) - 8 to 9 hours trek
Day 07: Trek to Sidhing and drive to Pokhara (800m/2,624ft) - 3 to 4 hours trek and 3 hours drive
Day 08: Fly from Pokhara to Kathmandu (1,400m/4,593ft) - 25 minutes flight
Day 09: Departure day

Annapurna Base Camp Trek via Poonhill is one of the most sought-after treks in Nepal as it follows the exquisite and classic trail of Annapurna Base Camp. This trek is very famous among the climbers as it leads to the bottom of iconic Mount Annapurna (8,091 meters). The panoramic views from Poonhill View point and breathtaking feelings of getting the closest view of Mt. Annapurna are just among the few highlights that attract many climbers and trekkers every year. Passing through charming villages, narrow roads, and beautiful rhododendron forests you reach Annapurna Base Camp. You’ll also be able to get the best views of Mt. Annapurna, Mt. Machhapuchre(Fishtail) and many other beautiful mountains throughout the whole trail to ABC base camp.

The trek is mainly suited for the experienced trekkers in a good physical shape. The trek goes upto the altitude of 4130 meters at Annapurna Base Camp which is the last destination of classic Annapurna Base Camp via Poonhill trek. The trek is best for the family with teens and friends who want to have a good experience in depth of nature. You also get to experience the way of life of people in the Himalayan remote region of Nepal. As you hike upto ABC via Poonhill you’ll pass many beautiful villages with welcoming and wonderful people. The food and the culture are also one of the most exquisite attractions of the region.

As the altitude goes above 4,000 meters during the Annapurna Base Camp via Poonhill Trek, trekkers need to be in a very good physical shape before embarking on the journey. Basic physical exercises are recommended to all the travellers 3-4 months prior to the trek. For your own comfort carrying basic trekking gears with you is also recommended to all the trekkers. There might be some hardships along the way but the trek surely will be worth it as you taste the authentic local foods and beverages along with the spectacular sceneries. The permits needed for the trek are TIMS permit and Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) permits, which we will acquire for you before you start the trek.

After a short visit of major UNESCO world heritage sites in Kathmandu, the trek begins with a spectacular drive to Pokhara, one of the top touristic attractions of Nepal. We head to Nayapul and trek upto Tikhedhunga to stay for the night with a belly full of local foods and beverages. We embark to beautiful Ghorepani the next day, which will be around 5 to 6 hours of walk. We reach Poonhill the next day and enjoy the best sceneries in the region and head on to Tadapani to stay for the Night. We move on to Sinuwa the next day. We move on to Deurali the next day from where we’ll be visiting our last destination Annapurna Base Camp. We stay at ABC for the night and trek down to Bamboo the next day. We move downwards to Pothana and onwards to Phedi via a different route. We drive back to Pokhara and take a stunning drive back to Kathmandu which marks the end to our spectacular Annapurna Base Camp via Poonhill Trek.

Outline Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,350m/4,428ft)
Day 2: Sightseeing around Kathmandu Valley and Trek preparations
Day 3: Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (820m/2690ft) 6-7 hours
Day 4: Drive from Pokhara to Nayapul (1hour 30minutes) and trek to Tikhedhunga (1540m/5052ft) 3-4hours
Day 5: Trek from Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2,870m/9,416ft) 6 hours
Day 6: Hike to Poonhill (3,210m/10,531ft) and trek to Tadapani (2,620m/8,596ft)6-7 hours
Day 7: Trek from to Sinuwa (2,360m/7,743ft) 5-6 hours
Day 8: Trek from Sinuwa to Deurali (3,230m/10,564ft) 5-6 hours
Day 09: Trek from Deurali to Annapurna Base Camp (4,130m/13,550ft) 4-5 hours
Day 10: Trek from ABC to Bamboo (2,300m/7,546ft) 6-7 hours
Day 11: Trek from Bamboo to Jhinu Danda (1,770m/5,807ft) 4-5 hours
Day 12: Trek from Jhinu Danda to Pothana (1,890m/6,201ft) 5-6 hours
Day 13: Trek from Pothana to Phedi (3hours) and drive to Pokhara
Day 14: Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu, 6-7 hours
Day 15: Departure day