Mardi Annapurna Trek with Index Adventure links remote ridgelines to the famous base camp. Stride quiet trails around Mardi Himal, meet Gurung and Magar culture, then stand inside the sacred Annapurna Base Camp surrounded by towering peaks. The combined trek offers isolation, space, and the spirit of two notable Himalayan experiences in a single, memorable trek.
The Mardi Himal with Annapurna Base Camp trek links two very distinct territories of the Annapurna region into one. The adventure starts on the quiet Mardi ridge, the hidden trek of the area, and climbs to 4,500 m for views of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli. It then descends into the Annapurna Sanctuary and reaches Base Camp at 4,130 m, the heart of Annapurna Base Camp—a widely known trek and famous among both foreigners and Nepalese.
Two of the most favourite treks of the Annapurna region, ABC and Mardi Trekking in Nepal, present something that trekkers rarely experience. The trek is approximately 100 - 110km and takes you through rhododendron wood, bamboo forest, Gurung and Magar villages, teeming with local culture.
Are you searching for Annapurna Base Camp or the Mardi Himal Trek in Nepal? Despite looking at spectacular images and videos, comparing Annapurna and Mardi, and reading evaluations on many different platforms, and still struggle to decisively decide which stood out the most. It is absolutely up to you; what are you looking for? Annapurna is widely recognised for its iconic Himalayan scenery, integration into culture, and longer duration, and has an aura that persists in everyone’s heart; however, some individuals find Mardi as the epic of their lives as it offers a more close and quieter experience with breathtaking ridge-top views and a less complex duration.
In order to satisfy your requirements, Index Adventure has designed a 14-day special Annapurna Base Camp with Mardi Himal Trek Itinerary.
Mardi is located on the eastern edge of the mountains of Annapurna and directly below the Machhapuchre peak. The Mardi trek begins from the city of Pokhara, takes you through hillside agriculture and traditional Gurung villages. And soon plunges into a dense woodland of rhododendrons. With a challenging morning hike to the viewpoint and Base Camp of Mardi Himal at 4500m, trekkers can get amazing panoramic views of the Himalayas. There, the humongous peaks Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Machhapuchhre, and Mardi Peak itself tower over the skyline. The route in total has a distance of approximately 50 -55 km (31 miles), and it is a mix of cultural exposure as well as naturally exposed Himalayan land. For those searching for an off-the-beaten-path adventure, the Mardi Himal trek stands as one of Nepal’s most bona fide and rewarding experiences.
A glacial amphitheatre is so breathtaking that you do not even have time to feel your lungs expanding; 4,100 m above sea level, at the heart of the Annapurna massif, it lies there, astonishing you. Early in the morning, the Annapurna ranges (I, South, III, IV), Gangapurna, Hiunchuli, and other—shine with the rise of the sun, reminding you why this Annapurna Base Camp is hallowed beyond trekker legends.
The route of each day follows the rhododendron and bamboo forest teeming with monkey Langurs and the Himalayan Black Bears into the kaleidoscopic core of Gurung and Magar culture. This is because their conventions, musical tunes, local forms of speaking, and humming are as healthy as the mountains themselves, and that is what has made the ABC Trek the best in business.
Annapurna Base Camp Trek Itinerary covers about 55 - 60 km from Jhinu Danda to Annapurna foothills over approximately a week.
The difficulty of the Annapurna Mardi trek is considered intermediate. It demanded both physical fitness and mentality, as you ascend to 4,500 m at Mardi Himal Base Camp and 4,130 m within the Annapurna Sanctuary. Success here rests not on prior expertise but on vigor and a steadfast mentality. With the right preparation, you are ready to go, and so are we.
With Index Adventure, your Annapurna Mardi Himal adventure in 2025 becomes joyful memories to cherish for a lifetime; it becomes a family trip with us and a memory intertwined.
The Annapurna and Mardi avenues are best groomed in the spring (early March to late June) and fall (September to December). Rhododendron flowers bloom in the woods from March to May, and Machhapuchhre from Deurali is a sight to see in the early morning. The Annapurna Range offers breathtaking sites and dry, precise air from September to November.
Despite the fact that both of these packages can be completed at any time of the year, the winter and monsoon seasons might pose obstacles. ABC and Mardi Ridges are blanketed in snow in the winter; meanwhile, nature paths are muffled by leeches and dense vegetation during the rainy season.
The Annapurna region has many other hiking routes like Annapurna Circuit, Annapurna Base Camp, Khopra, Mardi Himal, and many other places.
Annapurna Circuit Trek
Known for its basic cultural immersion, mountain views (Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, and Machhapuchhre), and breathtakingly varied landscape, this Nepali trek passes through one of the highest trekking passes in the world, Thorong La Pass (5416 m). It also allows you to visit villages belonging to various ethnic groups while passing through frightful places like Muktinath Temple. It will take between 12 -20 days to complete the trip, but some parts can be skipped.
Annapurna Base Camp trek
If you're tapped for time but still want to witness the majestic beauty of the Annapurna range and stand at the base of Annapurna I , this hike is perfect. Excluding the Mardi Trip, this itinerary only follows the route to Annapurna Base Camp, but via the famous Ghorepani Poon Hill.
If you find this adventure isn’t enough, we can design each trekking package and itinerary of the Annapurna Region and beyond as your preferences. For your next adventure, make your reservation now.
Starting from Kathmandu, you travel via road from Pokhara to Kande, where your official journey begins, and then on through green forests to Pritam Deurali, where you begin the Mardi Himal trip. As the trail climbs to High Camp, it passes through rhododendron forests to reach Low Camp and offers stunning views of Machhapuchhre and the Annapurna range. To witness the sunrise, trek early to the Mardi Himal viewpoint (4,200 m), then continue walking to Mardi Himal Base Camp (4,500 m). Finally, walk down to Low Camp. And the next day, walk down to Forest camp, Landurk village.
The second segment of our trip, ABC Trekking, starts from here. From Jhinu Danda, which is common for its natural hot springs, the route continues to Chomrong Village, and we go through Upper Sinuwa, a calm, forested village with wide-ranging views. Then on to Deurali, a lovely stop encircled by cliffs and waterfalls. After crossing Machhapuchhre Base Camp and heading to the 4,130-meter Sanctuary, the path leads up to Annapurna Base Camp. We will follow the same route and get back to Pokhara by scenic Jeep ride from Jhinu Danda, concluding our 14-day ABC Trek with Mardi Himal Combined.
Two truly amazing treks—Mardi and Annapurna Base Camp—are completed in one incredible circuit when the journey returns to Pokhara and ends in Kathmandu.
You may arrive at the International Airport of Kathmandu at any time. Upon your landing, you will be greeted by one of Index Adventure’s members. He will help you get escorted to your hotel. You will also receive further details about the trip's plans and programs.
Since there are no further planned activities for today, you may relax or stroll around the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
You will leave Kathmandu early Morning from the Hotel at 6:30 am to catch the luxurious sofa seat tourist bus at 7 am. The travel takes you along the highway to Pokhara over the black-topped roads and off-road sections. You will find scenic views of highway markets, farmlands, and the picturesque Trishuli and Marshyangdi rivers. You will reach the lake city of Pokhara. As the stunning views of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Manaslu, and Lamjung Himal welcome you, you will head to your hotel to check in. You have the rest of the afternoon to yourself. Take the time to explore the vibrant tourist hub of Pokhara or hang out in one of the cozy cafes by Fewa Lake.
After breakfast in Pokhara, you will board a 1-hour bus ride to Kande. During the ride, you will find beautiful views of the Annapurna range and equally mesmerizing landscapes before reaching Kande.
From Kande, you begin your trek toward Deurali. You will pass several villages, including Australian Camp, Deurali, and Pothana. As you travel from Deurali to Pothana, you will trail along the dense rhododendron forest. The springtime trail, laden with blossoming rhododendrons, is a sight to behold.
After a 3 to 4-hour hike, you will reach Deurali tea house. You can explore the locality before dinner at the communal dining area.
Today, you will trek to Low Camp. Your journey begins with a gradual uphill climb through the dense rhododendron forests. Keep a wary eye, as this section is known for incredible Himalayan wildlife spotting. If luck is on your side, you may spot langurs, deer, colorful pheasants, and other animals.
As you approach Low Camp, you will experience a colder breeze. You will also see that the lush terrain slowly changes into alpine meadows. In Low Camp, you can relish the beautiful views of Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) and Annapurna South. You will spend the night in a simple teahouse lodge with comfortable amenities.
On today's trek, you will travel the mixed Himalayan terrain from Low Camp to High Camp. The trail takes you along the ridge before heading to Badal Danda. You will get occasional views of Annapurna South as you trek through the dense rhododendron forests.
From Badal Danda, the landscape transitions from verdant trees to alpine pastures. You will take on the steep terrain, making your way to High Camp. Despite the physical challenges, you will find breathtaking views of Mount. Machhapuchhre, the Annapurna Range, the Annapurna Base Camp Valley, and Mardi Himal. Before the final High Camp push, you will find a narrow ridge pathway with deep valleys. You will find the Modi Khola River Valley on your left; on your right, you will have villages leading up to the Annapurna Sanctuary.
Early in the morning, around 4 am, we will leave High Camp and start climbing along the narrow ridge to reach Mardi Himal Base Camp at 4,500 meters. We’ll start with a steep climb that takes about 2 hours to reach the first Mardi Himal View Point (4200m), commonly referred to as MBC (Mardi Himal Base Camp). The actual base camp lies even higher, requiring another 2-hour steep climb along the ridge. This is the main highlight of the Mardi Base Camp and also the most challenging part, with steep uphill climbs and strenuous walks. After spending some time at Mardi Himal Base Camp, as the sun paints the icy peak in hues of gold, you can also enjoy the beautiful sights of the surrounding landscapes. From Mardi Himal Base Camp, you will find impressive views of Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, and surrounding peaks. The sight of the magnificent Machhapuchhre standing right in front of your eyes will leave you in awe. Take in this sight and capture the beautiful memories & we will descend back to Low Camp.
Today we will descend down to Landurk. We follow the same route until we reach Forest Camp, and take a different route to walk down towards Langdurk Village, having lunch continue walking to reach Jhinu Danda. We reach our destination. You will be taken to your hotel. Enjoy your leisure time there.
Morning breakfast, you will continue climbing up Chomrong village. From here, Chhomrong is a beautiful Gurung village of the Annapurna region that welcomes you with warm hospitality. Having lunch from Chomrong Village, we descend to the Chhomrong River and then climb a stony staircase to Upper Sinuwa, where we stay overnight.
After breakfast, we leave Sinuwa and head to Deurali. Along the way, we hike through Bamboo, reaching Dovan first, then Himalaya, and finally Deurali. From Dovan to the Himalayas, we'll see stunning waterfalls on the right and a beautiful temple. Near Deurali, you can spot the Hinku Cave. As we continue trekking, the Fishtail Mountain becomes clearer.
The day starts from Deurali as we steadily climb, reaching Bagar and Machhapuchhare Base Camp (MBC). From MBC, we'll enter the Annapurna Sanctuary. Take in the awe-inspiring sight of the majestic Mt. Machhapuchhre (Fishtail Mountain) standing in front of your eyes before heading to the Annapurna Base Camp. And after a few more hours of hiking, we'll reach Annapurna Base Camp.
Today, you will wake up to the stunning ABC sunrise. Watch the golden rays of the sun paint the sky over the Annapurna range. We’ll enjoy a 360-degree view of the Annapurna range, including Hiunchuli (6,441m), Annapurna South(7,219m), Annapurna I(8,091m), Gangapurna (7,455m), and Machhapuchhare (6,993m). We begin our return along the same trail to down reach Bamboo.
On our final trekking day, we leave Jhinu Danda and follow alongside Modi Khola after crossing the high Suspension Bridge. After reaching Jhinu Danda, you can take a 15-minute walk to the hot springs. Enjoy the natural thermal waters as you engage in a muscle recovery session after a strenuous trek. You can spend about an hour in the Jhinu Danda Hot Springs before taking a 3-hour drive to Pokhara.
On this day, we will drive back to Kathmandu from Pokhara via bus. After our breakfast, the buses leave at 7 am. We will have a farewell dinner to celebrate our successful trek and to cherish our lovely meeting.
Farewell from the Index Adventure family until next time. We will transfer to the International Airport before the scheduled flight.
With us, Index Adventure, the Mardi Annaprna trek 14-day journey carries quite gifts along the way—small touches, deeply rooted in care. Our add-on services aren’t surplus; they’re gentle hands that steady your path, warm moments around shared tea, and local wisdom that opens the trail like a conversation, making your Mardi Himal & Annapurna Base Camp Trek premium.
Each offering is chosen not to impress—but to hold space for you to feel the adventure of Mardi Himal more fully, more closely, more truly.
Porter Service – US$225: Let our experienced porter carry your load, so you can wander freely and take in the beauty around you. One porter can be shared between two trekkers, carrying a total of up to 25 kg (55 lbs).
Flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara -US$100 per person (Flight Time 15 minutes).
Flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu -US$106 Per Person (Flight Time 15 minutes).
Tips are highly expected by every porters and guides whom you go with. It is nice and acceptable way of saying thank you for their support and help during your whole journey. Normally, we suggest to tip around 10-20% of total trip cost. And, they feel happy when you pay tip in Nepali rupees because they felt difficulties to exchange while you pay them in your currencies.
Nepal Standard Time (NPT) is the standard time zone for Nepal. With a time offset from Coordinated Universal Time (UTC) of +5:45 all over Nepal, it is one of only three time zones with a 45-minute offset from UTC.16.
You will find good toilet facilities in the lodges and hotels and you will get to shower and wash your hair in hotels/lodges where you will stay. Our tour leader will orient you about all thinks when you reach here in detail too.
Our representative will be there at airport to receive you with your nameplate who will carry your luggage and place it to private vehicle and then he/she will drop you to the booked hotel where your tour leader will be waiting you for a meet. And, also be aware that when you proceed out of the Airport, some Nepali carriers might try to help you to carry your luggage, and ask you for a tip. So you need to say 'Not needed' and wait to find our representative.
You can book the trip through our website, phone, or via email. It is always a good idea to book your trip in advance because some of trekking regions we need reserved the domestic flight and we accommodate last minute bookings also even you arrive and want to organize.
About the payments terms you need to pay 20% of total price as advance deposit to confirm reservation before arrive to Nepal after remaining balance of the payment shall be paid when you arrive to Kathmandu.
Normally, you should bring extra money for alcoholic and soft drinks, hot shower, tipping for staffs and shopping around the trek. We suggest to you bringing $ 250 to $ 300 Dollars which you can change in different currencies converting outlets. In Kathmandu and Pokhara cities you can withdraw Nepali rupees from ATM’s Booths too, credit cards can be used to purchase expensive items but there is additional Charge for this service. Undeniably, Kathmandu city is the shopper’s paradise. One can treasure trove the real work of art and memento. Some of the most prevalent things that foreigners usually shop in Nepal are weaved garments, Tibetan carpets, pottery, mask and manikins, statues, Khukuri (traditional knife), and Thanka paintings.
Everything relies upon the time and elevation of your trek. However, if you are trekking on higher elevations, you should carry with yourself a down jacket and a pair of warm clothes. In other occasions, carry trekking jeans and shorts, sleeping bag, a pair of trekking boots, and camera and gears that you may require. Counsel a checklist of clothing and gears on our site, but remember to pack light clothes & gears. Normally, you need to carry a small day pack where you can put your light water proof jacket, 1 liter water bottle, sunglasses, cap/hat, your personal medicine and some money. A porter will carry your luggage, and you should pack your clothes and sleeping bag on plastics and keep into your rucksack which should be below 12 KG/25 pounds. In long days trek your luggage will kept back to hotel where you will came back after your trek.
Normally you can purchase SIM cards to use in your smart mobile phones in Kathmandu, Pokhara and other major cities too. To purchase SIM cards you need to provide a passport size photo and copy of your passport. It cost you very cheap to purchase such SIM cards.
Normally, all hotels and restaurants in city grant access to free internet services to their guests.Since you will be in the mountainous region, Wi-Fi might not work everywhere or for many days. However, most of the guesthouses offer Wi-Fi for free or for a little charge. It is better not to rely on the internet and enjoy your trip. Else, you can use mobile internet after acquiring a Nepalese SIM cards like 'NTC SIM Cards' or 'NCELL SIM cards',in mountains until you get signal of Cello phone.
Yes! It is highly recommended to get a travel insurance before travelling to Nepal. Most of the travel insurance covers your emergency flights, medical expenses, and theft or loss of possessions but in the mean time while you are trekking in Nepal you should buy mountain helicopter evacuation insurance up 5500 m. We suggest you to buy insurance policy in your country because we don’t have mountain rescue insurance here in Nepal.
There is high chances of getting altitude sickness while trekking above 3000m but there will be no worry because you will be taken care responsibly. Our guides are trained enough to handle this kind of situationIf the situation is harsh then guides promptly, moves you to a lower elevation first, and will be given medical aid as the quick treatment to recover. In case of emergencies the guide will take immediately action transfer to the nearby hospital utilizing your travel insurance. Remember to keep calm during such situations, also trust your guide, who is also trained in first aid.
Our Guides carry a Normal medicine & emergency First Aid Kit. But “Prevention is always better than cure”, so it is always a good idea to bring your personal medicines along with you when you come to Nepal. Despite the fact that there are numerous drug stores in Kathmandu, Chitwan, and Pokhara, and major cities of Nepal. It is highly suggested to carry some essential restorative stuff like insect repellent, sunscreen, lip balm, eye drops, and swathes etc.
Firstly, Nepal is referred as one of the safest countries in the world, so Nepal indeed is safe for solo female Trekkers as well. Besides, while you're on one of our treks, we assume individual liability for your prosperity, a responsibility we regard genuinely.
Nepal is the safest place to travel. Nepal lies in the safest place or destination for every foreigners who wants to travel Nepal. Travelers needs to fallow basic rules so that they can explore the Nepal freely. A reputed and legally register travel company used to organize and manage your whole trip. So there will be no any problem during your visit. During your long trip there will be one Nepali Guide with you and he/she will handle your all issues and tells you do's and don'ts during your visit. Some of the basic rules are listed below.
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If you are travelling through air then you can only enter Nepal through Tribhuvan International Airport; is the only international airport in Nepal that operates several international flights on a daily basis. The airport is located in the capital city: Kathmandu, which is a popular hub for tourists visiting Nepal.
If you are travelling through road ways then you can either enter from China Border and India Boarder but before entering Nepal you should report yourself to Nepal Entry/Exit Points. Some of road entry/exit points are:
From China: Rasuwagadi Border & Kodari Border.
From India: Dhangadi, Kanchanpur, Nepalgunj, Birgunj, Kakarvitta, Bhairahawa
Reference: http://nepalimmigration.gov.np/content/immigration-offices--entry--exit-points-1.html
If you want to make your trip considerably comfortable and hassle free, you ought to hire a porter or a guide. A porter will carry your belongings while a guide will lead you to your destination conveniently, and they aid you in any kind of emergency, so it would be an ideal decision to take a guide with you.
Since there are numerous restaurants serving vegetarian foods in Nepal, there is no problem in being a veggie lover. You can easily get vegetarian food even when you enter normal restaurants.
The meals and water available in lodges and camps are hygienic enough while trekking in Nepal.The predominant daily food of people in Nepal is lentil soup and curried vegetables with rice, typically called "Daal, Bhat,Tarkari” in Nepali. You might find the curries often spicy and oily which might bring out stomach problems to the foreigners. Along the Trekking trail will be simple, mix of local and international cuisine.Hence, we would suggest you to stick with normal, less spicy food. Another thing that one ought to know about while visiting Nepal is to drink packaged mineral water unless you are sure that the water is boiled, filtered or you can refine with water medicine tablets.
Tea house trekking refers to a trek where all your accommodation and meals are organized in a lodge/house with subtle services.
Camping trekking is a trekking where we furnish you with tent settlement and full board with dinners to be cooked by proficient trekking cook in a versatile camp, outfitted with a kitchen and with satisfactory care staff of kitchen assistants, aides and porters.
The duration of your trek and the choice of the destination determines the difficulty and length. Generally, the duration lies from a minimum of 5 days to a maximum of 30 days or even more. This relies upon the Trekking route that you've chosen however; normally we will be walking close to five to six hours per day. There are different types of trekking grading from easy, moderate and changeling.
One must possess a moderate level of physical fitness, past hiking experience, should not retain any chronic or subtle health issues especially in leg functions, and must be able to mentally adjust for multi-day treks in the remote areas. If you match all of the above criteria, then you are ready to trekking Nepal.
This relies upon where you go and in which season you travel. Nepal has 3 different regions for climate where Himalayan region is mild cold in summer and freezing cold in winter, in Hilly region all whole year climate is suitable for travel but in Terai region the summer is very hot and in winter is too cold.Weather in the Himalayan region is unpredictable. Around the morning, evening and night, it normally gets cold yet the days are warm. Winter (December to February) will be bit colder however the days will still be very delightful and comfortably warm if the sun is out. There might be some snowfall during the winter in high elevation places. You should always carry some warm clothes while trekking in the higher elevations, whatever the season.
You will be able to do all these activities in Nepal, yet they completely differ from each other. Trekking is a multi-day walk where you stop at various destinations along the trail. Generally, hiking refers to one day walk up from 2 hours to eight hours which might be a one or two day event. Mountain climbing is an adventurous activity which requires special gears and training, and is more risky than that of trekking and hiking as you climb the summit of mountain peak.
Trekking in Nepal can be done anytimeof the year, except for monsoon. During monsoon (June-August), trekking becomes a bit difficult due to heavy rainfall and unpredictable weather. However, the best time of the year for trekking in Nepal lasts from month of March-May (Spring Season) and September-November (Autumn Season).
Upon your arrival, you can exchange your currencies at Tribhuvan International Airport but it might be low rate than other exchange places. However, banks do accept other countries' currencies too. All major banks of Nepal provide currency exchange services. Or the other option might be, exchanging your currency with the licensed money exchangers in major citieslike Kathmandu & Pokhara and mostof the commercial banks have ATM machines in major cities and towns of Nepal like Kathmandu and Pokhara where you will be able to withdraw money from your home country bank using your ATM card.
Yes! Nepal is the safest country for the travelers around the world.
Yes! Except for the citizens of India, you need to get yourself a Nepalese visa to enter the territory of Nepal. If you are an Indian citizen a valid identity would be enough to enter Nepal via the entry points.
Nepalese visa is easily available upon your arrival at any entry points (ref Q.N 1). Yes, you can get on arrival tourist Visa at Tribhuvan International Airport in Kathmandu there are some countries visa will needed $ 25 for 15 days, $ 40 for 30 days and $100 for 90 days tourist visa from the dates of issue.For Tourist Visa, you need to bring along your valid passport ( must be valid up to 6 months ,just in case extra photocopies of passport ) and few copies of passport sized photograph.
You can apply online visa also. https://online.nepalimmigration.gov.np/
Necessary Documents to bring/carrywhile traveling in Nepal are:
Note: The resident of countries like Nigeria, Ghana, Afghanistan, Zimbabwe, Somalia, Cameroon, Swaziland, Iraq, Ethiopia, Liberia, Palestine do not get visa in the entry point of Nepal.
