Mardi Himal Peak Climbing

Kathmandu Elevation: 1,400 metres/4,600 feet

Once you arrive at the Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu for the Mardi Himal peak climbing adventure, you can see our airport representative from Nepal Guide Treks greeting and welcoming you. He/she will receive you at the airport terminal and transfer you to your hotel comfortably driving in a private vehicle.

After the representative helps you with hotel check-in, you can rest for a while and attend the pre-briefing session at our office. During this short meeting, our guide will provide you with comprehensive information about the trip, like route, food, accommodation, safety protocols, and more. Afterward, in the evening, you can join a welcome dinner program and have a comfortable overnight stay at the hotel.

Pokhara Elevation: 860 meters/2,822 feet

Drive Duration: 5-6 hours

After a hearty breakfast in the morning at your hotel, we will embark on a scenic drive to Pokhara. As soon as this overland journey starts, our private vehicle will drive you away from Kathmandu, leaving behind the busy streets and following the picturesque roadways. A 5-6 hours of exhilarating drive along the meandering roads will lead to Pokhara. In between, you will enjoy a ride along the Trisuli riverbed with a mesmerizing scenery of rolling hills and valleys, farmlands, and rural villages.

Once you reach Pokhara, you can gaze upon the impressive vistas of distant Himalayas such as Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, Dhaulagiri, and more. You can also explore the peaceful Phewa Lake, and time permitting; you can even go boating. In the evening, enjoy a local dish and spend a beautiful night at a standard hotel in Pokhara.

Hyanja Elevation: 1,030 meters/3,378 feet

Gyachok Elevation: 1,420 meters/4,657 feet

Drive Duration: 45 minutes

Trek Duration: 3-4 hours

From Pokhara, we will drive to Hyanja to begin our trekking journey to the Mardi Himal. So, early in the morning, we embark on a short and scenic drive to Hyanja. From there, our trek starts by following the trails alongside the banks of Mardi Khola. Next, you will cross a bridge over this river. Continuing to trek further, you will pass several terraced fields, rural villages, and dense forest regions before reaching Gyanchok to reside at a lovely campsite.

Sano Khoban Elevation: 1,600 meters/5,248 feet

Trek Duration: 5-6 hours

From Gyachok, we will head towards Sano Khoban on this day. Passing through the traditional settlements and terraced farming, you will ascend gradually towards Chautara. From Chaurata, other traditional villages like Chitre, Ghalel, Mirsa, and Kaduwa are encountered before reaching Sano Khoban. After reaching Sano Khoban, we will set up a tented camp at an open and wide pastureland for an overnight stay.

Pipa Elevation: 3,150 meters/10,332 feet

Trek Duration: 4-5 hours

Today, we will leave Sano Khoban behind after having breakfast in the morning. First, we make a steep climb to Pipa, following the dense forest trails. Passing through the cultural villages like Deurali and Ban Thanti, you will reach Pipa. Upon arriving at Pipa, yu will have an overnight at a tented camp in this charming village.

During the journey from Sano Khoban to Pipa, you can enjoy the serene landscapes and pristine beauty of the Annapurna foothills.

Pipa is at an altitude of 3,150 meters. Acclimatization is crucial at this height to adjust to the rising elevation of the trek. Before trekking up to higher altitudes, you need to ensure proper acclimatization, rest, sleep, and hydration for a smooth and easy adventure, avoiding altitude sickness. So, spend this day exploring the Pipa village and acclimatizing to its elevation.

Thulo Kharka Elevation: 4,120 meters/13,513 feet

Trek Duration: 5-6 hours

After spending a day acclimatizing at Pipa, we start to ascend towards Thulo Kharka. Along the way, you can marvel at the stunning Himalayas of the Annapurna region. While continuing to trek uphill, you can explore scenic landscapes such as dense forests and terraced fields and reach a traditional village, Nangi. Moving forward, you will reach Mohare Danda, a scenic viewpoint.

Traversing the rhododendron forests and alpine meadows, you will reach Thulo Kharka. In this high-altitude grazing area, you can spend a night in a tented camp, enjoying the Himalayan tranquility and wilderness.

Mardi Himal Base Camp Elevation: 4,100 meters/13,448 feet

Trek Duration: 2-3 hours

From Thulo Kharka, we will trek towards the Mardi Base Camp, which is relatively near. During this short hike (2-3 hours), you will encounter alpine meadows, snowy landscapes, and steep rocky paths. When the base camp approaches, which is surrounded by the towering mounatins, our expert Sherpa crew will set up the camp in a nice flat spot. Enjoy a peaceful night in a tented camp, immersing in the delicacy of dishes prepared by our kitchen staff.

Mardi Himal High Camp Elevation: 4,650 meters/15,252 feet]

Climb Duration: 2-3 hours

Leaving the Mardi Base Camp behind, we will climb to the high camp towards thinning air and low oxygen levels. We will take a slow pace of uphill ascend, climbing steeply upwards to cross the southeast ridge. After making a steady climb over the rocks, we will reach our beautiful campsite over a wide, flat, rocky surface.

It will be better for you to rest and acclimatize to the altitude at Mardi High Camp. We will make all the essential arrangements for the next day’s climb of Mardi Himal, and our guide will teach you some climbing techniques and equipment use. You can explore the high camp surroundings and close-up views of Mardi Himal before having an adventurous night.

Mardi Himal Elevation: 5,587meters/18,325 feet

Climbing Duration: 7-8 hours

On this day of conquering the Mardi Himal, we will start early to avoid the strong midday winds, which can trouble the scaling of the Mardi summit. First, you will climb the East Col between Machhapuchhre and Mardi Himal. From there, you have to navigate the ice slopes and long snowy ridge with the use of basic climbing equipment to make it to the top of Mardi Himal.

Standing atop the summit, you can witness the closer panorama of incredible Himalayan mountains, including Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, Hiunchuli, Gangapurna, and other surrounding peaks. After enjoying a peak top moment, retrace your footsteps down to the base camps for an overnight at a tented camp.

Korchon Elevation: 3,680 meters/12,070 feet

Trek Duration: 5-6 hours

From the Base Camp, we will descend to the route that crosses the southward ridge towards Col. Enjoying the phenomenal views of snowy peaks, we make a downhill trek, which meets with Mardi Khola. We will cross the suspension bridge and take forested trails that open up with terraced farmland and picture mountainside villages like Siding and Lwang. Afterward, we will descend towards the pasture land of Korchan to set up a camp for an overnight stay.

Riban Elevation: 1,780 meters/5,838 feet

Trek Duration: 5-6 hours

After having breakfast in the morning, we begin our trek from Krochon to Riban. We make a steep descent down to Odane Hill. This hill is a vantage point to marvel at the magnificent vista of fantastic snow-capped mountains such as Machhapuchhre, Annapurna, Manaslu, Annapurna, Hiunchuli, and more. Following verdant routes, you will move towards a forest, which is just above the Riban. Descending through the captivating forested trails, you will reach Riban for an overnight stay in a tented camp.

Trek Duration: 3 hours

On this day, you will make the final trek to Hyenja from Riban. On the way, you will pass Lachock and cross the Mardi Khola over the Mardi Pul (bridge). A short walk further takes you to Hyanja. From there, you will enjoy a comfortable drive along the winding hilly roads with enchanting scenery of landscapes to reach Pokhara. Hyenja to Pokhara is a straightforward journey completed within 1.5 to 2 hours.

Returning to Kathmandu signifies the completion of our Mardi Himal peak climbing journey. You will have a picturesque drive back to the capital city from the lake city, Pokhara. Upon arriving in Kathmandu, one of our members will transfer you to your hotel. In the hotel, you can rest, refresh, and have a peaceful overnight.

On this free day, you can visit some of the popular UNESCO World Heritage Sites of the Kathmandu Valley. You can explore the historical and cultural richness of the city by visiting ancient Durbar Squares, Pashupatinath Temple, Bouddhanath stupa, Swayambhunath stupa, and more. You can also stroll around the vibrant streets of the city to buy souvenirs back to your home.

On the day of your international departure, our airport representative will drop you off at the airport as per your flight schedule. He/she will transfer you on time to avoid the hassle-free journey. Hope you had a great time visiting Nepal and experiencing the grandeur of the Himalayas.

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