Mardi Peak Climb

Landing in Kathmandu international airport and transfer to hotel. Meet your guide around midday and start the UNESCO heritage sites tour in Kathmandu valley. Seeing the sights today includes the pilgrimage sites of Hindu’s Pashupatinath temple, the world’s biggest Boudhanath Stupa, and visit Swayambhunath Stupa.

Swayambhunth Stupa is commonly popular as a Monkey Temple in Nepal. In addition, visit the historical Kathmandu Durbar Square with the temple, unique architecture, and Kumari (living goddess) in central Kathmandu. Evening pre-trip discussion and introduction with our fellow trekking staff for your climbing adventure trip.

Catch a tourist coach at 6:30am from Kathmndu to Pokhara town traverses a mix of terrains. Initially leaving Kathmandu, the journey follows a highway, navigating through urban areas with bustling traffic. As the bus progresses, it encounters winding mountain roads, featuring sharp turns and steep inclines.

Throughout the route, the condition of the road may vary, with sections of smooth asphalt and occasional stretches undergoing maintenance or repairs, leading to bumpy rides. Scenic landscapes, including valleys and hills, accompany the journey, offering picturesque views amidst the twists and turns of the road. Transfer to a hotel at Phewa lakeside area.

In the morning at breakfast time, proceed to drive straight forward to Dhampus Phedi.

Tourists will have an opportunity to relish the best view of the breathtaking Annapurna mountains to the north over the snow-capped Himalayas.

Roughly drive takes about 45 minutes from your hotel at Pokhara lakeside to Phedi, a gateway exploring the Mardi Peak climbers. Hike to Dhampus ascends all the way with several stone stairs passing through terraced cultivated fields, settlements, and mix forests.

From Dhampus village to Pothana Hiking, Traveler’s see an excellent view of the Annapurna mountain ranges inclusive of Mount Fishtail. Continue to walk across the Rhododendron and oak forest, we reach Deurali hill station where traveler’s can see the best view of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Pokhara and Phewa Lake to the southeast.

In the early morning, you’ll treats to magnificent views of both the mountains and Pokhara city. From Deurali to the Forest camp at 2,500 meters is a gentle stroll along a trail through a Pine Forest, making it quite easy for travelers.

This forest is adorned with unique flowers and vibrant vegetation, including colorful Rhododendrons, creating a picturesque setting. En route to the rest camp and Low Camp, you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking vistas of the iconic Fishtail Mountain.

You can ascend to the best viewpoint, capturing stunning mountain photography in clear weather. It offers clear views of Annapurna South, Hiun Chuli, Chhomrong – Ghandruk Village, and the striking Mount Fish Tail. Thus, it has an excellent opportunity for superior night photography, capturing the majestic mountains and the shimmering stars above.

Eat a delicious breakfast at the Low Camp guest house before your hike. It takes you through the breathtaking Badal Danda viewpoint, offering stunning vistas of the Himalayas. You’ll witness Annapurna-I, South Annapurna, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna, Gandarbha chuli, and the revered Fishtail mountain.

Rise early to catch the mesmerizing sunrise over the mountains today, marking one of the most unforgettable and demanding parts of your Mardi Himal Trekking. To reach the base camp has unexpected challenges, featuring rapid ascents on steep and uneven steps.

Our journey to Mardi Himal Base Camp spans approximately 5 hours with the panoramic view. Mount Machhapuchhre, Mardi Himal itself, Annapurna I (8,091m), Annapurna III (7,555m), and Gangapurna (7,455m) are snow-capped peaks that you can watch en route. Our camping crew will fix a tent to stay for overnight.

Today, our plan is an early start to ensure a smooth and timely arrival at Mardi Himal without any interruptions. We’ll proceed steadily, prioritizing acclimatization to prevent altitude sickness.

Once we reach the summit, any discomfort or fatigue from the journey will fade away amidst the breathtaking surroundings. We’ll capture some moments with photos and take a well-deserved rest. Following the celebration of our achievement, we’ll descend to High Camp and then make our way back towards Base Camp.

After completing our climb at Mardi Himal Base Camp, it’s crucial to leave the site pristine. We’ll diligently clean the area, ensuring we leave no trace behind, respecting the natural environment. Packing all our gear, we’ll start our descent and head back towards the High Camp lodges. This move not only allows us to stay overnight in a warmer and more comfortable place but also marks a responsible conclusion to our adventure, leaving the Base Camp in its original, untouched state.

Acknowledging the volatile weather conditions at higher altitudes, we’ve thoughtfully incorporated an extra day in our schedule. This provision allows us to guide any unforeseen circumstances or adverse weather conditions that might affect our planned ascent of Mardi Himal.

Our contingency day serves as a safety net, providing necessary support to address challenges related to acclimatization or unexpected hurdles that may arise. This additional day aims to offer reassurance and security to everyone involved, prioritizing the safety and successful completion of our expedition.

Begin your day with a delightful breakfast against the backdrop of a stunning sunrise at High Camp. Your journey unfolds towards the Mardi Peak climbers’ base camp, passing through the Upper Viewpoint.

Along the way, marvel at the breathtaking sights of Mardi Peak (5,587m), Fish Tail (6,993m), Annapurna South (7,219m), Hiunchuli (6,441m), Annapurna I (8,091m), Annapurna Fang (7,647m), Tent Peak (5,695m), Singuchuli (6,501m), and more. Descend to Badal Danda has a very good comfortable lodges that offer trekkers delightful culinary experiences.

Follow a direct route back, descending through the lush forest until reaching the serene Siding village, a picturesque and traditional settlement where we’ll pause for lunch.

Siding village serves as a hub for local transportation, and there, a shared local jeep awaits tourists. Taking a private jeep, we return to Pokhara city center for comfortable accommodation with hot showers.

Optional: You have the option to extend your trek by an extra day, continuing from Siding to Lwang via Ghalel village. This journey involves a 5-6 hour trek downhill from Siding to Lwang Village, where we’ll spend the night at a lodge. On the next day, we’ll arrange for a drive back to Pokhara to conclude the trek.

The highway from Pokhara to Kathmandu, commonly traveled by tourist coaches, is a mix of well-paved stretches and some sections undergoing maintenance. Initially departing from Pokhara, the road leads through relatively smoother terrain with scenic views of valleys and occasional towns.

However, the journey also involves navigating winding mountain roads with sharp turns and steep ascents or descents. While parts of the highway are in good condition, there might be areas where ongoing repairs or construction could cause temporary inconveniences, leading to slower traffic or rougher patches along the route.

Alternatively, tourists have the option to return to Kathmandu comfortably choosing a flight from Pokhara International Airport, at an additional cost. This type of package includes transportation from your hotel to Pokhara International Airport and then a transfer to your hotel in THAMEL at an extra cost.