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Mardi Himal Treks

Trip Price

US$ 600  |  INR 40000

Per Person

Total Duration:10 Days

Destination:Nepal

Trip Grade:Moderate

Meals:Breakfast in Kathmandu and all the foods during trekking

Transportation:Public Vehicle

Accommodation:Hotel and Guest Houses

The Mardi Himal Trek is an absolute choice for those who are seeking for an adventurous trekking experience in the peaceful parts of the Annapurna region of Nepal, spectacularly situated in the east of popular treks of Nepal.  Thin Numbers of trekkers make their way to the Mardi Himal Base Camp out positioned exceptionally at the base of Mardi Himal and the Annapurna region´s most exemplary mount Machapuchhre actually gives meaning "Fish tail", leading mesmerizingly up to with maximum altitude of 4500m. After reaching at high camp (3850m), it takes 3-4 hours to arrive. Mardi Himal base camp.

On top of this, we’ll get to pass by the solitary trails complete with verdant forests, beautiful villages, valleys, terraced farms, dazzling rivers and the extraordinary views of the Annapurna, Machhapuchre (Fishtail) and Himchuli mountains. Another merit about this trekking route is that the trail makes a small circuit up to the base camp of Mardi Himal so that we don’t have to backtrack over the same terrain. Therefore, Mardi Himal Trek a moderate to adventurous trip without the problem of getting AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness.  Because of amalgamation of the adventure and natural delights, it is the brilliant journey.

Accommodation

In our package, accommodation in Kathmandu, 3 star categories of Hotels are made available. Likewise, accommodation in trekking days is in Tea Houses. Our guide will choose a best and regular using normal guest houses, lodges and home stay as per necessity if any. Besides, your guide will help you to choose foods. We ensure you the quality services.

Physical fitness and experiences required

For its completion based on your schedule or fitness level, this trek requires a moderate level of fitness as we’ll have to trek through rocky section near base camp and high camp. Our clients are recommended to see a doctor before they go for a check-up and to talk about dealing with altitude sickness. Trekkers will have to initially decide on their self adjustment of weather changes and also schedule changes in itinerary beyond our control. Experience would be plus point for trekkers. Basic medical helps are our responsibility. Besides, trekkers are advised to carry their medicines if any prescribed earlier by doctors.

Best time to trek

October to May is the most visited season to Mardi Himal base camp. This trek is suitable all year round as the winter brings out the real beauty of the snow-capped peaks and the summer brings out the beauty of the pine, rhododendron and bamboo forest. Hence, October is the best time to start with.

Day to Day Itinerary

Day 01:Kathmandu Arrival

Day 02:Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara 820m | 2700ft – 06-07 hours overnight hotel

Day 03:Drive to Kande and trek to Pitam Deurali (2125m)

Day 04:Trek to Low Camp (3,150m)

Day 05:Trek to High Camp

Day 06:Base Camp (4,500m)- back to Low Camp

Day 07:Visit siding- 6hrs trek

Day 08:Drive to Pokhara- 3 hours walking and 2 hours driving

Day 09:Drive Pokhara to Kathmandu

Day 10:Departure

Cost Include

  • Arrival and Departure arrangement 
  • Accommodation in Kathmandu and in Pokhara as per itinerary on twin sharing room
  • Accommodation in a local tea house during trekking 
  • Every morning breakfast in Kathmandu and in Pokhara
  • All the foods, Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner during trekking 
  • Private transportation to and from trekking starting/ending point
  • Private transportation from Kathmandu to Pokhara
  • Tourist bus from Pokhara to Kathmandu 
  • Trekking permit and TIMS card 
  • Experience trekking guide and porter (2 Pax =1porter)
  • Food, Accommodation, Insurance, equipment and salary of guide and porter
  • Emergency evacuation management 
  • Government taxes and official service charge

Cost Exclude

  • Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and in Pokhara
  • Any flight (you can choose 22 minutes flight to and from Kathmandu - Pokhara)
  • Personal equipment, insurance, medical expenses, emergency evacuation charge
  • Tipping to staffs
  • Bar bills, Bottled drinks including drinking water

Detail Itinerary

Day 01Kathmandu ArrivalUpon your arrival at Kathmandu Airport, we will pick up you from the Airport and drops you at the hotel. Evening briefing about the trek. Overnight at Hotel

Day 02Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara 820m | 2700ft – 06-07 hours overnight hotelWe will start our journey from Kathmandu with a peaceful and fresh air of nighttime as at this time, we rarely have to face any traffic jams and obstacles. It will take around 6-7 hours to reach Pokhara, the city of natural beauty. We will get to pass by Thankot, Naubise, Baireni, Maleku, Muglin and many more places. After reaching Pokhara, we will be staying at selected hotel

Day 03Drive to Kande and trek to Pitam Deurali (2125m)After early breakfast, we’ll drive half an hour to Kande and begin our trek to Forest Camp at the altitude of 1810m. The way is steep until Dhampus and satisfying easy walk up to Pothana where the night will be spent at well-groomed Teahouse.

Day 04Trek to Low Camp (3,150m) The way of 5 hours continues from Forest Camp to Low Camp through the forest however as we’ll climb up the greenery that starts to change with colourful rhododendron and the trees are covered with moss, lichen and tree ferns. The view from Low Camp is marvellous with Mount Machhapuchhre (Fish Tail) visible up the valley.

Day 05Trek to High Camp We will get a good view to Annapurna South and Hiunchuli towards the west about an hour (3700m) or so above Low Camp the trail breaks out above the tree line. The trek continues along the Mardi Himal ridge mainly on the grass with detached rhododendron bushes along the way. Further, we will be watching colourful Danphe pheasant on this section of the trek.
Stay at this place is very comfortable with well-managed tea houses/lodges.

Day 06Base Camp (4,500m)- back to Low Camp We will wake early for the sunrise view of the mountains then after breakfast walk up the crest towards Mardi Himal Base Camp. There is a path through the grass with a couple of steeper section. Dzokpo (yak/ cow crossbreds) grazing up here as well as Danphe pheasant will be our mood fresher. There, the sheep and goats from lower villages are brought up to graze. At the elevation of 4500m, one can gaze into the Annapurna Sanctuary and the panorama view is mesmerizing. Viewing at the south face of Annapurna and all of the peaks in the Sanctuary as well as Hiunchuli and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail). We’ll be staying overnight at Low Camp

Day 07Visit siding- 6hrs trekHere, will trek for 6 hours. On the way back, we’ll take a different route for the completion of a circuit from Low Camp there is a trail that goes down to Siding. Siding is a traditional Nepalese village and still very much away from up-to-date tourist treks and more possibly, we might stay at a homestay. It is a wonderful cultural experience finding out more about village life and get to experience to eat Dal Bhat in the evening like a family.

Day 08Drive to Pokhara- 3 hours walking and 2 hours drivingFrom Siding we’ll be walking out to the road head at Lumre. On the way from Siding we will pass the villages of Kalimati and Ghalel. Kalimati is mainly a Brahmin village with mixed stays of Ghalel and Siding. We’ll probably get a jeep or any other vehical managed by our trek office for advance drive back to Pokhara.

Day 09Drive Pokhara to Kathmandu After Breakfast at Hotel start drive to Kathmandu with Tourist Bus. Farewell Dinner at Local Nepali Restaurant with Nepali Food and Nepali Cultural Dance. Overnight

Day 10Departure We will drop you at Tribhuwan International Airport or further programme in Nepal

Recommendations for Yatra

Trip insurance is important documents. Touch Kailash Travels and tours do not need your insurance policy for permit and visa confirmation. it is only for your secure and immergency. make sure your insurance cover travelling up to 5600 miter altitude and cover Emmergency rescue and Medical bills.  

Oxygen level is less at higher altitudes. The inclement weather and high altitude induces certain illness generally not encountered over the plains. Headache, nausea, lassitude, lethargy, breathlessness, general uneasiness [malaise], high irritability, light loss of balance, disorientation, incoherence and insomnia are a few. It is common to all irrespective of the age, sex and physical fitness. Gradual acclimatization is the best answer. Tranquilizers, sleeping dose and strong anti-biotic must be avoided. Some of symptoms indicate that the body mechanism is readjusting to new environments. The best idea is deliberately slow down all the activities and follows the following rules:

  • Rest.
  • Relax-do not exert, be excited.
  • Reduce talking.
  • Walk slowly – adopt one third of your speed and space.
  • Keep your load light.
  • Walk for 15 minutes and rest for 5 minutes.
  • Whenever you feel uncomfortable, just stop; rest and relax.
  • Ignore the sudden outbursts of fellow pilgrims and avoid arguments.
  • Observe silence with smile.
  • Never go too high and too fast.
  • Consume plenty of liquids; never proceed with an empty stomach.
  • Chant a prayer or visualize everything around to suit your pleasant thoughts or put on the earphones and listen to your favourite music, bhajans, chanting etc.
  • Be careful not to catch a cold. It is better to be over clothed than under protected. En-route avoids taking bath or drinking water from Lake Streams or rivers, as your system is not conditioned for this.
  • Keep your boots/Ked inside tent. Protect yourself against dust and direct sunshine during the long stretches of driving. Face, feet and hands must be well protected.
  • The uneven ground, steep slope and slushy banks are full of potholes. Do not combine walking and sight seeing together.
  • Always listen to your guide or the one with experience. Never leave the group.
  • On this trip, over exertion is to be avoided and drinking plenty of fluids is recommendable. During winter, heavy warm clothing is a must.

 

  • Kindly consult your doctor and get yourself examined for this yatra
  • As Mount Kailash and lake Manasarovar is situated at high altitudes please start exercises like walking, jogging, yoga and other breathing exercises in order to have a successful yatra at least from a month before. 

DOCUMENTS:

  You are advised to own a small waist pouch or document bag to manage the following documents properly;

  • Passport with Photo copies, Photographs, Identity card, Diary for addresses, contacts, small notes etc.
  • Ball pens with spare refills Maps/Charts/Books etc.
  • Travel Cheques, credit cards & Currency.
  • Airline/Railway tickets/vouchers.
  • Any other document for personal purposes.

COMMON ITEMS

  • Big bag for putting your equipment and others
  • A small light trek bag
  • Water bottle / Thermos flask for hot water (1 liter).

Note: Touch Kailash Travel provide you big bag and small day carry bag for Yatra

CLOTHING

  • Enough clothing for the whole Yatra including 3 pairs trek suits/leisure wear/jogging troushers/4 to 5tea shirts/2 polar flees one light quilted /shirts/poloneck/salwar kameez etc. Do not over load.
  • Wool socks (around 4 pairs), thick tights, wool monkey cap, scarves, warm light gloves, scarf.
  • Wool/thermal long underwear
  • Rain wear (Umbrella or Raincoat)

Note: Down Jackets and Sleeping bags will be provided on returnable basis at Kathmandu for the Yatra

FOOTWEAR

  • Sports comfortable shoes/trainers (Good one Nike, Adidas etc). Have a spare one too
  • A pair of light Sleepers

TOILETERIES

  • Toileteries kit (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toilet rolls, towels etc).
  • Sun screen lotion/cream
  • facial tissues, wet once,

CAMPING ITEM

  • Tourch/Candle/match box/lighter/batteries
  • Knife
  • Plastic mug
  • Dusk masks/face masks

PERSONAL & GENERAL ITEMS TO MAKE YOUR JOURNEY ENJOYABLE

  • Any regular medicines that you take
  • Dark Sunglasses
  • Your favourite food which will keep you going including Nuts, biscuits, powder juice
  • Kapoor/Vicks/Inhaler etc
  • Binoculars/Camera/extra batteries
  • Milk powder for tea

FIRST AID KIT – ALSO INCLUDE

  • First aid kit (typical backpacking kit for minor injuries/ our guide also will carry).
  • Diamox/Aspirin/pain killers
  • Lip balm/Mustard oil/Vaseline
  • Plasters
  • TCP, salt, mint, Vicks for sore throats

 

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