AnnapurnaAnnapurna Base Camp Trek
Trek through Gurung villages and bamboo forests into the Annapurna Sanctuary, a glacial amphitheatre surrounded by Annapurna I, Machhapuchhre and Hiunchuli.
- 11 days
- Moderate
- 4,130 m
Price on request
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Mardi Himal Trek
A short ridge trek above Pokhara with front-row views of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South and Hiunchuli — ideal for limited time.
Photo: Regmis680, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Duration
- 7 days
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Max altitude
- 4,500 m
- Region
- Annapurna
- Best season
- Mar, Apr, May, Oct, Nov, Dec
- Ideal for
- Solo/FIT, Family, Group
Overview
The Mardi Himal trek follows a forested ridge straight up from the Pokhara valley to high camp and the Mardi Himal viewpoint at 4,500 m. It's quieter than the classic Annapurna routes and delivers huge views for relatively little time.
Highlights
- Close-up views of Machhapuchhre (Fishtail)
- Rhododendron forests in spring
- Mardi Himal viewpoint (4,500 m)
- Starts and ends in Pokhara
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1
Pokhara to Forest Camp
Short drive to Kande and trek through forest.
Max altitude: 2,520 m
Day 2
Trek to Low Camp
Mossy forest and first mountain views.
Max altitude: 2,970 m
Day 3
Trek to High Camp
Above the treeline along the ridge.
Max altitude: 3,580 m
Day 4
Mardi Himal viewpoint, descend to Low Camp
Pre-dawn hike for sunrise.
Max altitude: 4,500 m
Day 5
Trek to Siding village
Descend to a traditional Gurung village.
Max altitude: 1,750 m
Day 6
Drive to Pokhara
Afternoon at leisure by Phewa Lake.
Max altitude: 820 m
Day 7
Departure from Pokhara
Onward travel.
What's included
- Airport pick-up and drop-off in a private vehicle
- Government-licensed English-speaking trekking guide
- Porter service (1 porter per 2 trekkers, max 20 kg)
- Teahouse accommodation and 3 meals a day on the trek
- All trekking permits and local fees
- Staff wages, insurance, meals and accommodation
- First-aid kit and pulse oximeter
- Ascend DMC duffel bag and trekking map
Not included
- International flights and Nepal visa fee
- Travel insurance with high-altitude helicopter evacuation
- Meals in Kathmandu/Pokhara (except welcome dinner)
- Personal expenses: hot showers, Wi-Fi, charging, drinks
- Tips for guides and porters
Permits we arrange
- Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP)
- TIMS Card
Permit fees are set by the Government of Nepal and may change. More about permits.
Fixed group departures
| Start date | Availability |
|---|---|
| 10 Oct 2026 | Available |
| 14 Nov 2026 | Available |
| 12 Dec 2026 | Available |
Private departures available on any date.
FAQs
Do I need a guide for this trek?
Yes. Since April 2023, foreign trekkers in Nepal's national parks and conservation areas must trek with a government-licensed guide arranged through a registered agency such as Ascend DMC Nepal.
What travel insurance do I need?
Your policy must cover trekking up to the maximum altitude of the route and include emergency helicopter evacuation. We check your insurance before departure.
Can this trek be done privately?
Yes. Every trek is available as a private departure on any date, or you can join one of our fixed group departures.
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