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Annapurna Base Camp gets the traffic. Mardi Himal gets the same mountain scale with a fraction of the trekkers, which is the real reason people choose this route over its more famous neighbor.
You climb through genuinely quiet rhododendron forest to Kande, then above the treeline into ridge walking with Machapuchare and Annapurna South close enough that the scale stops feeling abstract. High Camp is the last stop before an early push to Base Camp, timed so you are up there while the light is still good.
The descent runs a different route, through forest paths down to Siding village, before the drive back to Pokhara.
Five days is short for a Himalayan trek, but the elevation gain is gradual enough that acclimatization is not an afterthought. This is a genuinely good fit for a first Himalayan trek: real altitude, real views, without ABC or EBC's two-week commitment.
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Meeting and pickup
After booking your trip, please contact us on WhatsApp and share your hotel name and address in Lakeside, Pokhara. We will arrange pickup before the trek and drop-off after the trip for your convenience.
What to expect
Depart from Pokhara and drive to Kande (1,770m). Start the trek through forest trails and ridges to Forest Camp (2,520m). Trek duration is approximately 5–6 hours.
Day 02: Trek from Forest Camp to High Camp via Scenic Ridges
Begin from Forest Camp and trek above the tree line along scenic ridges to High Camp (3,580m). Enjoy expanding mountain views along the way. Trek duration is approximately 5–6 hours.
Day 03: Hike to Mardi Himal Base Camp and Return to High Camp
Set out early from High Camp and hike to Mardi Himal Base Camp (4,500m) with close views of Machapuchare and the Annapurna range, then return to High Camp. Trek duration is approximately 6–7 hours.
Day 04: Descend from High Camp to Low Camp
Descend from High Camp through ridge and forest trails to Low Camp (2,970m). Trek duration is approximately 5–6 hours.
Day 05: Trek to Siding and Drive Back to Pokhara
Trek from Low Camp down to Siding (822m) through forests and local villages, then drive back to Pokhara, marking the end of the trek. Trek duration is approximately 4–5 hours.
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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