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Mardi Himal High Ridge Trek
5 days Trek • Moderate

Mardi Himal High Ridge Trek

The Mardi Himal Trek is one of Nepal's best-kept secrets in the Annapurna Sanctuary. Over 5 days, hikers climb through dense rhododendron and moss-draped cloud forests before breaking out onto a dramatic razor-sharp alpine ridge offering front-row panoramas of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli.

Difficulty

Moderate

Total Cost

USD 450 - 750 (~NPR 60,000 - 100,000)

Estimated all-inclusive guide & permits

Duration

5 days

Best For

Time-conscious travelers, Himalayan panoramic photography, First-time alpine ridge trekkers

Overview

The Mardi Himal Trek is one of Nepal's best-kept secrets in the Annapurna Sanctuary. Over 5 days, hikers climb through dense rhododendron and moss-draped cloud forests before breaking out onto a dramatic razor-sharp alpine ridge offering front-row panoramas of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli.

What to Expect

Steep forest staircases, narrow alpine ridgelines, quiet trails, and 360-degree mountain sunrises.

Highlights

✓Spectacular front-row views of sacred Machhapuchhre (Fishtail)
✓Mardi Himal High Viewpoint at 4,500m directly beneath snow walls
✓Magical moss-draped rhododendron cloud forests
✓Intimate mountain tea houses with panoramic terrace dining
✓Close-up vistas of Annapurna South (7,219m) and Hiunchuli

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Drive Pokhara to Kande, Trek to Forest Camp (2,550m)

📍 Forest Camp

Day BudgetIncluded

Activities

  • →Drive 45 mins to Kande
  • →Trek via Australian Camp & Deurali into enchanted forest
Meals

B: Pokhara

L: Deurali

D: Forest Camp

ACCOMMODATION

Teahouse

💡 Note: Peaceful moss forest start
Day 2

Trek Forest Camp to Low Camp (2,970m)

📍 Low Camp

Day BudgetIncluded

Activities

  • →Ascend through blooming rhododendron canopy
  • →First glimpses of Machhapuchhre
Meals

B: Forest Camp

L: Rest Stop

D: Low Camp

ACCOMMODATION

Teahouse

💡 Note: Tree line begins to thin
Day 3

Trek Low Camp to High Camp (3,580m)

📍 High Camp

Day BudgetIncluded

Activities

  • →Emerge above tree line onto Badal Danda alpine ridge
  • →Spectacular 360-degree sunset over Annapurna South
Meals

B: Low Camp

L: Badal Danda

D: High Camp

ACCOMMODATION

Teahouse

💡 Note: Alpine ridge walking
Day 4

Sunrise Hike to Mardi Himal Viewpoint (4,500m) & Trek to Siding (1,750m)

📍 Siding

Day BudgetIncluded

Activities

  • →Pre-dawn ascent to Viewpoint (4,500m)
  • →Close-up view of Machhapuchhre face
  • →Descent through Siding village
Meals

B: High Camp

L: Low Camp

D: Siding

ACCOMMODATION

Homestay/Lodge

💡 Note: Pinnacle day of trek
Day 5

Trek Siding to Lumre & Drive to Pokhara

📍 Pokhara

Day BudgetIncluded

Activities

  • →Short walk to Lumre trailhead
  • →Jeep transfer back to Pokhara Lakeside
Meals

B: Siding

L: Pokhara

ACCOMMODATION

Hotel (Pokhara)

💡 Note: Trek successfully completed

✓ Included in Cost

  • +ACAP permit & TIMS card
  • +Licensed English-speaking guide & porter
  • +Tea house lodges across 4 nights
  • +All meals during trek (B, L, D)
  • +Private transfers to/from Pokhara

✕ Not Included in Cost

  • -Pokhara hotel stays
  • -Tips for guide/porter
  • -Travel insurance
  • -Personal drinks & snacks

Essential Packing List

🎒Sturdy hiking boots
🎒Warm fleece and windbreaker
🎒Trekking poles
🎒Headlamp for sunrise hike
🎒Reusable water bottle

Pro Tips

  • ★Wake up at 4:30 AM at High Camp for the sunrise ridge hike to Mardi Himal Viewpoint
  • ★Carry cash for hot showers and battery recharging in high camps
  • ★Spring (March-April) offers explosive crimson rhododendron blooms
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