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Mardi Himal is a challenging and beautiful 4-day trek in the Annapurna region that offers breathtaking views of the Himalayan mountain range.  Mardi Himal Trek is a newly opened route and hidden treasure in the Annapurna region. This trek is best destination to avoid the crowd. Mardi Himal trek offer imaging view of Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Machhapuchre and Manaslu ranges. Mardi Himal base camp, Jhinu Hot Spring and Ghandruk village is the major attraction of this trek

Mardi Himal trek starts at Kande after 1 hours driving from Pokhara. The trail is good, first slowly up, then a bit steeper to Australian Camp (2060m – About one hour), then after that slightly downhill to Pothana (1950m) then up again to Deurali (2100m). There is a right turn in Deurali signposted “Forest Camp” the trail is through jungle, at first up then undulating on the top of a ridge, there is a section just over half way where the trail drops steeply and then slowly gains height and then back onto the ridge and into Forest Camp (2600m). The trail is initially quite steep leaving Forest Camp but soon gets less steep as you again get up on the ridge. The trail leaves Low Camp again in the jungle, but the trees soon start to get smaller and after about one hours trekking broke out of the jungle and onto the open ridge with spectacular views of Machhapuchhre ahead and Annapurna South to my left. It is possible to continue trekking along the ridge for another 4 to 5 hours to Mardi Himal Base Camp (4500m) and return to High Camp in around 4 hours – This makes a long day but there is also a viewpoint about halfway, the imaging view can be from here. After that, we trek down to Siding via Low Camp. From Siding, we drive back to Pokhara.

People rate it as easy also because it is one of the shorter treks and the path does not take you to difficult places. But, beginner trekkers do rate it as a medium difficult trek. Because of the exhausting long walks and more uphill climbs. Each day you walk around 5 to 6 hours on the foothills of Mardi Himal.

Trip High light

Duration: 6 days
Group size: Minimum 2
Difficulty: Easy - Moderate
Max Altitude: 4550M
Accommodation: Tea House / Guest House
Season: All year
Price: Friendly ✨? ?- affordable

Poon Hill trek is considered to be one of the best treks in the Annapurna region that provides an up-close and panoramic view of the entire Annapurna range and Dhaulagiri.  For its beauty and adventure the Poon hill trek is also called the short Annapurna circuit. Apart from the stunning views of the mountains, the trek is also special as one gets to witness the various terrains of Nepal and the diverse people inhabiting the different regions. The local people mostly include Magars , Gurungs and Thakuris with their unique lifestyles and Buddhist cultures which makes the trek a culturally enriching one. The trek through lush hilly regions, rhododendron forests with intoxicating views of Annapurna range , Dhaulagiri, Himchuli , Mt Fishtail and many others throughout the trail make s you feel like you’ve reached a new paradise with every other step.

Poonhill  is a hill station overlooking the Annapurna Massif range and Dhaulagiri mountain range, located on border of Myadi District and Kaski Dsitrict in Gandaki Province of Nepal. This lookout is the key viewpoint in the Ghorepani Poon Hill trek. Mountains such as an Annapurna 8,091m,  Dhaulagiri 8,127,  Annapurna South 7,219 Meter,  Machapuchare 6,993 Meter, Hinchuli, Annapurna III, Dhampus peak, Dhulagiri II, and many other tall peaks can be seen from here.

The Poon Hill Trek is also known as the Annapurna Sunrise Trek and that is because everyone is trekking towards that famous spot on Poon Hill from where you can see the sunrise over the Annapurna Range, one of the most beautiful mountain ranges in the world. On the Poon Hill Trek, you won't have to worry about altitude sickness, you can do it in as little as 4 days and it is a perfect introduction to trekking in Nepal.


Itinerary



Day 1: Arrival in Kathmandu (1,295 m/4,273 ft.)
Arriving in Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA),Transfer by Private car/ Van (depends on size of group) to the selected hotel at Thamel in Kathmandu . Stay overnight on b/b basis.

Day 2: Visit world heritage sites in Kathmandu
After breakfast we will be heading toward city for sightseeing. On this day we will visit Kathmandu Durbar Square, Bhaktapur Durbar Square, Bouddha, Swyambhunath . Stay overnight on Hotel. 

Day 3: Drive to Pokhara ( 6 - 7 hours drive) 

Today you will check out of the hotel and be transferred to the tourist bus station to catch the bus to Pokhara. It will take almost 7 hour to reach Pokhara by bus. You can enjoy a lot of natural view on the way of Pokhara. Nearly after 7hour you will reach Pokhara then you will check into Hotel. In the afternoon you will have some free time to explore Pokhara especially its lakeside. Overnight stay at hotel. 

Day 4: Pokhara to Tikhedunga (3 hours Walk)

After breakfast we will head toward Tikhedunga. We will drive from Pokhara to Nayapul which is almost 1 to 1.5 hours’ drive. After that we will walk toward Tikhedunga which is almost 1 – 2 hours walk. Overnight stay at Guest house.

Day 5: Trek to Ghorepani (7 hours)

Wake up for an early breakfast. And after breakfast we will start our trek toward Ghorepani. The trekking with a steep stone stairway. Once you complete this section the rest of the trail continues through a scenic area of rhododendron and oak forest. Nearly after 7 hours walk we will reach Ghorepani. Overnight stay at Guest house.

Day 6: hike to Poonhill and trek to Tadapani (7 – 8 hours walk)

Early morning hike to Poon Hill and admire panoramic vistas of Dhaulagiri, Annapurna I, II, III and IV, Nilgiri, Himchuli, Machhapuchhre, Lamjung Himal. Then we commence our Trek to Tadapani. Overnight stay at a Guesthouse

Day 7: Tadapani to Pokhara

After breakfast we will head toward Pokhara. We will walk toward Kimche via Ghandruk which is 4 hours walk. After reaching Kimche we will drive to Pokhara which will take almost 2 hours. Overnight stay at Pokhara.

Day 8: Fly Back to Kathmandu

Early in the morning we will visit Sarangkot. If you are interested you can do Paragliding in Sarangkot. After that we will be back to hotel have some lunch and Fly back to Kathmandu ( 30 min). Overnight stay at Kathmandu.

Day 9: Departure

Approximately 3 hour before your departure flight our office representative will meet you and escort you to the airport for your international flight.

 

 

 

The Annapurna is connected by an expansive network of trails that link the Circuit and Annapurna Base Camp or the Sanctuary treks. The last line of the trek is at Annapurna Base Camp at 4,130m with 360-degree view of the range.The ten days trek begins in the rain forest before heading into the high mountains. Several trails are marked to get to this unique trekking destination . This trek is also famously considered as a Annapurna Circuit trek with several trails to get to a junction where a single main trail finally leads the way. The trek starting almost from the plains of Pokhara traverses a variety of terrain, different cultures and landscapes in a very short time without having to conten

Trip HighLight

Grade: Strenuous Trek

Max. Altitude: 4321 m

Duration: 17 days

 

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