Arriving in Kathmandu marks the start of the Mardi Himal Trek, a scenic and less-crowded route in Nepal’s Annapurna region. Upon arrival at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu, you'll be greeted by our trekking agency or guide, and we will transfer you to your hotel.

After breakfast our journey begins with a 7-8 hours picturesque drive down the Kathmandu-Pokhara Highway. Hot lunch will be served on the way at a nice restaurant. Pokhara’s tranquil beauty has been the subject of inspiration for many travel writers. Its pristine air, spectacular backdrop of snowy peaks, blue lakes and surrounding greenery make it ‘the jewel in the Himalaya’, a place of remarkable natural disposition. With the magnificent Annapurna range forming the backdrop and the serenity of the cluster of nine lakes with three major ones - Phewa, Rupa and Begnas. Pokhara is a great destination for a weekend getaway as well as a long relaxing holiday.

With 1 hour drive from Pokhara, you will reach the Kande village, which is the starting point of the trek. Nestled amidst the rolling hills of Nepal, Kande Village exudes a tranquil charm that captivates visitors with its picturesque beauty and warm hospitality. Situated in the Annapurna region, Kande serves as a gateway to some of the most spectacular trekking routes in the Himalayas, including the famous Annapurna Base Camp trek. After reaching Kande, we are going to trek to Deurali village. Deurali village is basically a locality on trekking trail and the visitors generally make a little stop here for acclimatization. In addition, the town offers panoramic scenery of the mountains and of the water channels. Most of the area is lush green.

After the sun rises, you will have morning rituals and breakfast to start the day’s trek. Low Camp is a key stop on the Mardi Himal Trek. It’s a popular place for trekkers to rest and get used to the higher altitude. Located in the Annapurna region, Low Camp offers a mix of natural beauty, local culture, and basic facilities, making it a special part of the trek. When you reach this point, you’ll notice a change in the landscape—from thick rhododendron forests at Forest Camp to more open, rocky areas. This change is not just beautiful but also important for helping your body adjust to the altitude. The people who live at Low Camp are mostly from the Gurung and Magar communities. They offer a peek into their traditional way of life. The simple lodges and teahouses provide a cozy place for trekkers to rest. High camp is situated at an elevation of around 4,500 meters (14,764 feet). It’s a popular camping spot with stunning views of the Annapurna range, including Machhapuchhre. Exotic wildlife such as Himalayan Thar, Red Pandas, Langur Monkeys and the national bird of Nepal, Danphe can be seen.

Having a wonderful stay at Low Camp upon completing morning rituals, we will start the trek towards High Camp and it takes about 4 hours to get there. High camp is situated at an elevation of around 4,500 meters (14,764 feet). It’s a popular camping spot with stunning views of the Annapurna range, including Machhapuchhre. Exotic wildlife such as Himalayan Thar, Red Pandas, Langur Monkeys and the national bird of Nepal, Danphe can be seen.

Having a wonderful stay at High Camp, upon completing morning rituals start trek towards Mardi Base Camp. Mardi Himal base camp is at an altitude of 4500 M. It is the highest point during the trek. A challenging day walking along narrow, rocky trails, but all will be worth it for the spectacular views of this majestic mountain. In this day, if the weather is clear you will get to see up close Annapurna I (8,091m), Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna, Tare Kang, Khangsar, Annapurna III and Fish Tail.

After spending another night at High Camp, we will start the trek to Siding village in the morning after completing our morning rituals.

Drive back to Kathmandu. As you leave this special area of Nepal, wave goodbye to the massive, majestic, and magical Machhapucchre mountain.