Mardi Himal Trek

Upon your arrival at Kathmandu airport, a Wind Horse representative will meet you and transfer you to the hotel. The rest of the day is at your leisure until the evening. Later in the evening, there will be a briefing followed by dinner, along with a cultural performance, at a traditional Nepalese restaurant. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Today, we will visit three UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the Kathmandu Valley: Kathmandu Durbar Square, Boudhanath Stupa, and Pashupatinath Temple.

At Kathmandu Durbar Square, we will explore the area around the former palace of the kings of Nepal, viewing various temples and monuments. Following that, we will drive to Boudhanath Stupa, the largest Buddhist stupa in Nepal. Here, we will circumambulate with pilgrims and visit the surrounding monasteries. Afterward, we will proceed to the holiest Hindu temple in Nepal, Pashupatinath Temple. The evening is free for you to shop for any last supplies or gear needed for your upcoming trek. Overnight in Kathmandu.

This morning, we will drive to the domestic airport and take a flight to Pokhara. Our guide and vehicle will pick you up from the Pokhara airport and transfer you to your hotel in the Lakeside area. Upon reaching the hotel, you can rest and relax until lunch. After lunch, we will embark on a half-day tour around Pokhara, visiting Devis Fall, Gupteshwor Cave, Peace Pagoda, and the Lakeside area. Overnight in Pokhara.

The journey begins with a short scenic drive for about an hour from Pokhara to Kande. Ascending from Kande, the trail traverses through Australian Camp where you’ll be greeted with stunning panoramic views of the Annapurna range and the picturesque Pokhara valley.

Departing from the Australian Camp, the trail winds through a diverse landscape adorned with lush vegetation, featuring rhododendron, oak, and maple forests along the trial to the rest camp. Journeying through these vibrant forests offers a serene opportunity to deeply engage with the natural beauty and tranquility of the Annapurna region. Overnight in Rest Camp.

Beginning on an easy trail for over an hour or two brings you to the low camp. Low Camp provides one of the best views of Mt. Machhapuchre. This is also the juncture where the trail to the Forest Camp and Siding diverges. Continuing for around two hours more, you reach Badal Danda, Badal Danda offers a breathtaking 360° panorama of the surrounding mountain ranges. Overnight in Badal Danda.

The hike from Badal Danda to to Mardi Himal Base Camp is an incredible adventure that traverses varied terrain, offering breathtaking vistas along the way.

Ascending towards High Camp, you will navigate along a ridge through changing vegetation. After trekking for approximately about 2-3 hours, you arrive at the high camp, greeted by breathtaking vistas of the Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchre, and the Mardi Himal.

After lunch, you will head towards Mardi Himal Base Camp(4500m). The hike takes around 3 to 4 hours to reach the base camp. Once there, you’ll be greeted by a breathtaking panorama of the majestic mountains. Following some time to soak in the surroundings and appreciate the awe-inspiring scenery, you’ll make your way back to High Camp. Overnight in High Camp.

The journey from High Camp to Low Camp involves descending along the same trail that you ascended earlier. Once you reach the juncture at Low Camp, you’ll continue by following the path that leads to Siding village. At Siding village, you will board on to a private jeep and drive to Pokhara. Overnight in Pokhara.

After breakfast, our guide and driver will accompany you to the Pokhara airport for your departure flight to Kathmandu. Once you arrive in Kathmandu, our representative will welcome you and facilitate your transfer to the hotel. You’ll have the rest of the day to yourself. Overnight in Kathmandu.

Transfer to the airport for your departure flight to your next destination.