About This Tour

The Mardi Himal Trek follows a dramatic ridgeline directly toward the face of Machhapuchhre (Fishtail Mountain) — one of Nepal's most sacred and visually striking peaks. This relatively new route opened to trekkers in recent years and remains far less crowded than the nearby Annapurna Base Camp or Poon Hill trails. You walk through forests of oak and rhododendron, emerge onto open ridgelines above the clouds, and arrive at Mardi Himal Base Camp (4,500m) with Machhapuchhre and Annapurna South filling the sky ahead.

What makes Mardi Himal special is the feeling of walking on the roof of the world with very few other people around. The lodges are small and family-run, the trail passes through genuine rural Nepal, and the views — especially from High Camp at sunset — are among the most dramatic in the Annapurna region. Our guides know this trail intimately and can time the trek so you catch the best light and weather windows.

Itinerary

• Day 1: Arrive Kathmandu, transfer to hotel
• Day 2: Drive or fly to Pokhara
• Day 3: Drive to Kande, trek to Pothana/Forest Camp (2,490m)
• Day 4: Trek through forest to Low Camp (2,990m)
• Day 5: Trek to High Camp (3,580m), ridge walking above the clouds
• Day 6: Trek to Mardi Himal Base Camp (4,500m), return to High Camp
• Day 7: Descend to Siding village, drive to Pokhara
• Day 8: Return to Kathmandu

What's Included

• Licensed, experienced trekking guide
• Porter support where included in your package
• Trekking permits and conservation/entry fees for the route
• Accommodation in teahouses, lodges or homestays on the trail
• Meals on the trek as per your chosen package
• Ground transport to and from the trailhead
• Pre-trip briefing and route orientation
• Eco Holiday Asia trip coordination and in-country support
• Included items may vary by package type. Eco Holiday Asia confirms final inclusions before booking.

What's Not Included

• International flights to and from Nepal
• Nepal visa fees and personal travel insurance (mandatory, must cover trekking)
• Domestic flights unless listed in Included
• Personal trekking gear (sleeping bag, down jacket — rental available in Kathmandu)
• Meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara unless mentioned
• Tips for your guide, porter and support team
• Emergency helicopter rescue (covered by your insurance)
• Personal expenses, drinks and souvenirs

Responsible Travel Notes

• Respect local culture, dress modestly at temples and ask before photographing people
• Avoid single-use plastic — carry a refillable water bottle on tour
• Follow your guide's instructions at heritage sites, monasteries and protected areas
• Support local businesses — buy at family-run shops, eat at local restaurants
• Respect sacred sites and community customs
• Follow Nepal permit and conservation rules in protected areas

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