Destination Annapurna Region

Trip Difficulty Moderate Trip

Duration 13 Days

Activities Trekking

Accommodation Hotel and Teahouse Lodge

Max altitude 3300 m

Group Size 1-16

Meals Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner

Vehicle Bus/Car/Jeep

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Highlights of Poon Hill Mardi Himal Trek 13 days

Poon Hill Mardi Himal Trek begins from Nayapul after an hour drive from Pokhara.
Poon Hill to Mardi Himal Trek, a great short and scenic trek in the Annapurna region.
The trip offering the best sunrise view over the majestic mountains.
Mardi Himal Poon Hill Trek, a 13-day trip visit Kathmandu, Pokhara, Poon Hill, and Mardi Himal.
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Overview of Poon Hill Mardi Himal Trek 13 days

Poon Hill Mardi Himal Trek 13 days is more beautiful than the Annapurna base camp trek. The trek offers spectacular views of Manaslu, Dhaulagiri, Annapurna, Fishtail and Mardi Himal.

The Poon Hill and Mardi Himal Trek begins from Pokhara to Nayapul by taxi or car. You will then walk through beautiful villages, forests and the mountains.

The vice-versa, the Mardi Himal to Poon Hill Trek is the best trip if you are looking for a short and beautiful trek in the Himalayas. The two most popular treks-Poon Hill and Mardi Himal Trek are suitable for families with children to seniors hikers.

The beautiful trek journey in the Annapurna Himalayas begins from Pokhara. The famous vantage point-Poon Hill and Badal Danda offer the panoramic views of Annapurna and Fishtail with the Sunrise.

The Poon Hill Mardi Himal trek highly recommend for beginners to adventure trekkers. The perfect tea house trek which is good to test your personal and mental endeavor.

The contrast landscapes and the majestic Himalayas are another best part of the trek. First, we we trek to Poon Hill and then to Mardi Himal, the second part of the trekking.

Mardi Himal is a newly open beautiful trekking route in Annapurna region. Once we visit Mardi Himal Base Camp, and enjoying the close up view of Fishtail and Annapurna range, we then trek down to Sidding and drive back to Pokhara.

Poon Hill Mardi Himal Trek-13 days Itinerary

Day 01:Arrive in Kathmandu
Day 02:Kathmandu to Pokhara (910m, 6 Hours)
Day 03:Pokhara to Tikhedhunga (1495m, 9 km,4 hours)
Day 04:Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2850m, 13 Km, 7 Hours)
Day 05:Hike to Poonhill and Trek to Tadapani (2500m, 9 Km, 6-7 Hours)
Day 06:Trek to Landruk (1430 m, 5-6 Hours)
Day 07:Landruk To Forest Camp (2500m, 4-5 Hours)
Day 08:Trek to Low Camp (3,150m, 5 Hours)
Day 09:Trek to High Camp (3,600m, 4 Hours)
Day 10:Day hike to the Upper View Point (4,200m, 4 Hours)
Day 11:Trek to Siding Village (1,750m, 6 Hours)
Day 12:Trek to Lumre and Drive to Pokhara (910m, 3 Hours Walking and 2 Hours Driving)
Day 13:Pokhara to Kathmandu
Day 14:Kathmandu Airport

Detail Itinerary of Poon Hill Mardi Himal Trek 13 days

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu

On arrival receive you at airport and transfer to the Hotel. Free day and Overnight stay at the Hotel.

Day 02: Kathmandu to Pokhara (910m, 6 Hours)

A 6-hour drive to Pokhara gives you the chance to enjoy Nepal’s countryside life. Vast mustard and rice farms line the way. Pokhara is a great place to relax and enjoy the lake-side ambiance. Views of the Annapurna massif from the city are also quite spectacular. You can also enjoy a leisurely boat ride in the Phewa Lake in the evening. Overnight stay at the hotel at Pokhara.

Day 03: Pokhara to Tikhe Dhunga (1495m, 9 km,4 hours)

After breakfast, you will have a drive to Nayapul, passing the village of Lumle. From here, the trekking path begins towards Birethanti. As the village is left behind, the path then converges through beautiful bamboo groves.

Further ahead still lays green Himalayan pastures. Views of the Machhapuchhre Himal and other Annapurna massif are a constant majestic presence throughout. The path then reaches Ramghai village and from here, a gradual upward ascent leads to Tikhedhunga. Overnight stay at the guesthouse.

Day 04: Tikhedhunga to Ghorepani (2850m, 13 Km, 7 Hours)

From Tikhedhunga, the path continues further onward, into a suspension bridge over the river. From there, it is time to climb the 3300 stone steps to the renowned Magar village of Ulleri. Although the climbing might seem daunting, it is quite pleasant and all the while, caravans and mule carts keep passing up and down the stairs.

After reaching Ulleri, you will then continue onward to Nangethanti, and further still from here, lays Ghorepani. The views of mountain peaks from Ghorepani, like Hiunchuli, Tukuche Peak and Dhaulagiri along with the Annapurna peaks are dramatically magnificent. Overnight say at the guesthouse at Ghorepani.

Day 05: Hike to Poonhill and Trek to Tadapani (2500m, 9 Km, 6-7 Hours)

From Ghorepani, you will wake up early to trek to Poon Hill, the most famous vantage point of the country. The sunrise view from the vantage point amidst the mountain peaks is quite fantastic.

After taking in the gorgeous view of the peaks, like Mt. Dhaulagiri (8167m), Tukuche Peak (6920 m), Nilgiri (6940 m), Varaha Shikhar (7847 m), Mt. Annapurna I (8091 m), Annapurna South (7219 m), Annapurna III (7855 m), Machhapuchhare (6993 m), Annapurna IV (7525 m), Annapurna II (7937 m) and Lamjung Himal (6931 m), you will then return back to Ghorepani. From there, the trek then continues towards Tadapani, passing along terrace farms and streams. Overnight stay at the guesthouse at Tadapani.

Day 06: Trek to Landruk (1430 m, 5-6 Hours)

From Tadapani, the trekking trail zig-zags its way through thick rhododendron woodlands and oak and maple trees. It is here that the regular trekking trail is discarded and instead a less-trodden rail is taken up. The vegetation becomes very verdant and the environment very peaceful and isolated.

All the while, the Annapurna Mountains loom down against the skyline. Eventually, you will reach Ghandruk. From here, another small village is passed, called Phedi, and crossing the Modi River, the small village of Landruk is finally reached. Overnight stay at the guesthouse.

Day 07: Landruk To Forest Camp (2500m, 4-5 Hours)

From Landruk, it is a steady ascent through hamlets of pine and juniper to Forest Camp. The views of the mountain peaks become more prominent along the journey. Forest camp has a sparse scattering of basic lodges and is very peaceful and isolated. Overnight stay at the lodge at Forest Camp.

Day 08: Trek to Low Camp (3,150m, 5 Hours)

From Forest camp, you will follow the trekking trail along moss and lichen covered woods to Low Camp. The terrain is mostly filled with rhododendron bushes and the horizon is decorated with awe-inspiring views of the Annapurna, Machhapuchhre and Dhaulagiri Mountain Peaks. Like Forest Camp, Low Camp also has few basic lodges, and the panoramic view of the Himalayan valley accompanies the scene. Overnight stay at the lodge at Low Camp.

Day 09: Trek to High Camp (3,600m, 4 Hours)

An hour or so above Low Camp, the trail breaks out above the tree line. Towards the west- there is a good view of the Annapurna South and the Hiunchuli Himal.

The trail continues along the Mardi Himal ridge, ornamented with isolated rhododendron bushes along the way. You can look out for the colorful Danphe pheasants along the trail. The lodge at High Camp is larger than lodges at Low Camp and Forest Camp; the view from the lodge is also very breath-taking, as the Annapurna South, Hiunchuli and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) looms overhead. Overnight Guest house.

Day 10: Day hike to the Upper View Point (4,200m, 4 Hours)

After an early breakfast, you will walk up the ridge towards Mardi Himal. There is a well-established trail through the grass with a couple of steeper sections. It is a bit difficult, however, overall, it is not too challenging. Here, dzos (yak/ cow crossbreds) tend to graze in the beautiful pastures.

In the summer, the sheep and goats from lower villages are brought up to graze in this area, so you will likely pass a number of herder’s huts along the way. After three hours, you should reach the Upper View point at 4,200m; this is where one can look into the Annapurna Sanctuary. The panoramic view is spectacular; the south face of Annapurna and all of the peaks in the Sanctuary as well as Hiunchuli and Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) stand magnificently looking down on the sanctuary. Overnight Guest house.

Day 11: Trek to Siding Village (1,750m, 6 Hours)

On the return trek, we will take a different route, thus completing a circuit. From Low Camp, there is a trail that goes down to siding village, and we shall take this path rather than going back down to Kokar. Siding is a traditional Nepalese village and still is very isolated and hidden away from the busier tourist treks. It is likely you will stay at a home in Siding owned by the person who runs one of the lodges at Low Camp. Overnight Guest house.

Day 12: Trek to Lumre and Drive to Pokhara (910m, 3 Hours Walking and 2 Hours Driving)

From Siding, you will walk out to the road head at Lumre; on the way from Siding you will pass the villages of Kalimati and Ghalel. Kalimati is mainly a Brahmin village, while Ghalel and Siding both being a mix of Brahmin and Gurung. At Lumre, you will meet your jeep organized by us in advance to drive you back to Pokhara. Overnight stay at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 13: Pokhara to Kathmandu

Today, we will drive to Kathmandu from Pokhara. On the way, from the left side of the vehicle, we will get to see enjoyable sight of the river gorges, mountains, rustic settlements and green terrace landscapes. Then you will be transferred to the hotel where you can just relax once you arrive at Kathmandu. Overnight stay at the hotel in Kathmandu.

Day 14: Kathmandu Airport

Approximately 3 hours before the scheduled flight, we transfer you to Kathmandu airport to get your flight back to home.

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Includes / Excludes

What's Included ?

Upon arrival at Kathmandu-TIA airport-Pick and transfer to hotel.
Twin Sharing standard hotel accommodation in Kathmandu with breakfast.
Kathmandu to Pokhara by tourist bus transfer
Twin sharing standard hotel accommodation in Pokhara with breakfast.
Pokhara to Kande by bus or taxi transfer
Twin sharing tea house accommodation during trek.
Mardi Himal Trek Permits-ACAP and TIMS cards
English Speaking guide and all his expenses like salary, meals, accommodation and transfer
3 times meals- breakfast, lunch and dinner(the main course) in trek.
Emergency rescue operation assistance in case of emergency(paid by your Travel Insurance)
Lumre to Pokhara by bus, car or taxi
Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus
All the government taxes and company service charge.

What's Excluded ?

Hotel and Meals in Pokhara and Kathmandu.
Kathmandu to Pokhara to Kathmandu by flight cost
Travel Insurance in case of emergency for Heli rescue and other medication
Porter to carry luggage-1 porter for 2 clients.
Any kind of drinks and desert like beer, water, tea/coffee, hot water, chocolate/rice pudding, pie and pancake.
Expenses of personal nature like telephone, internet, wifi, hot shower, battery charging
Additional cost that beyond our control due to the landslides, weather condition, illness, change of government policies, strikes, and physical condition.
Tips for guide and porter
All the cost not mention on above cost includes.

Note: We operate private trip everyday.

We can operate private trip for solo, group, family, students as per your requirements.

Trip Information - Poon Hill Mardi Himal Trek 13 days

Season for Poon Hill Mardi Himal Trek

Poon Hill Mardi Himal Trek 13 days is possible throughout the year. The Autumn from September to December and Spring from March to June are the best seasons.

Some people prefer to do the trek in the winter as you can walk in the snow and also experience snowfall. If you want to see greenery and wild flowers, summer(rainy season) is also a good time for trekking Mardi Himal.

The monsoon season trekking between May and September are not recommended due to the high risk of landslides and floods. The winter months of December, January, and February are the driest and the coldest months of the year.

Trip Difficulty

This is a family trip routes in Nepal. However, be careful while trekking Poon Hill as there are many uphill and downhill.

The Trip Route

The trip routes are as Kathmandu, Pokhara and Mardi Himal Trek. The trip offers captivating beauty of sparkling peaks, spectacular scenarios, and diverse culture.

Insurance for Mardi Himal Trek

The Poon Hill Mardi Himal Trek is a moderate trek with exhausting long ascents and steep descents. Getting injured and evacuated from remote areas is very costly and also for trekking permit application, insurance is required.

Please kindly provide the name and phone number of your insurance company. Hence, travel insurance is necessary. The insurance policy should cover emergency medication and rescue evacuation, lost luggage and trip cancellation.

Poon Hill Mardi Himal Trek-different route options

Starting in Kande and finishing in Phedi.
Starting in Kande and finishing in Kalimati/Sidding.
Starting in Kalimati/Siding and finishing in Kande.
Starting in Kande and finishing in Kande.

Is guide necessary for Poon Hill Mardi Himal trek?

Yes, guide is compulsory for trekking to Mardi Himal base camp. We(our trekking company) provide a good reliable guide. We are a government register trekking company in Kathmandu.

The average price of a guide is US$ 30 per day and for a porter price-US$25 per day. It is possible to share a guide/porter between a couple of trekkers(hikers).

Accommodation on the trip

We do provide tourist standard accommodation-twin sharing room with breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara. Also, happy to upgrade luxury accommodations on 4/5 star hotel as per your request.

Mardi Himal Poon Hill trek is a good trek route. You will get a comfortable neat and clean teahouse accommodation on the trail. Every guesthouse on the route has wi-fi, a hot water shower, and electricity.

Food on the trip

The breakfast are included with hotel accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara. In poon hill and Mardi Himal Trek, the three times meals-breakfast, lunch and dinner are all inclusive in the price.

The restaurant, offering local Nepali dal bhat, spaghetti, bread, omelet, Tibetan bread, porridge, fried noodles, and fried rice. Tea and coffee are available in the menus.

Water on the tour

It is nice to use tap water for drinking by purified it. You can find water taps along the route. The sort of water purification system will save a lot of money on the trek and it is also good for the environment.

A liter of drinking water costs around NPR 150 to 300 depending on the place. You have to drink at least two liter of water per person a day.

Transport

It is also possible both tourist and local bus transfer from Kathmandu to Pokhara and by taxi or car or sharing jeep transfer to/from trekking beginning and ending point to Pokhara.

Private transfer like jeep, car and bus also possible but it is more expensive than the tourist bus. It is also possible to take flight between Kathmandu and Pokhara if you are bored with the long bus journey.

Cash on Poon Hill Mardi Himal trek.

All your meals like breakfast, lunch and dinner including accommodation are inclusive in the package price. It’s better to bring enough cash to buy snacks, cool drinks, chocolates, and souvenirs on the route.

There are not ATMs on the trek but ATMs are available in Kathmandu, Pokhara and Chitwan. I’d suggest having NPR 3000/US$25 per person per day on the trek.

Permits for Poon Hill Mardi Himal Trek

Like other treks in Annapurna region, you need to get a permit and a TIMS card to do Mardi Himal Trek. Both we will make it in Kathmandu. The cost is USD 50. To get the TIMS card and the Annapurna-ACAP permit, we need your passport, insurance and 4 photos.

Equipment for the Trip

It requires good quality and appropriate equipment. Especially, a good pair of hiking boots and breathable hard-shell rain jacket. We highly recommend below packing list to hike the 4-day Mardi Himal Trek.

Technical Clothing

Waterproof Jacket, breathable with hood
Insulated Jacket, synthetic or down
Soft Jacket, fleece or soft-shelled
Long Sleeve Shirts, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
Short Sleeve Shirts, light-weight, moisture-wicking fabric
Waterproof Pants, breathable (side-zipper recommended)
Hiking Trousers
Fleece Pants

Shorts (optional)

Long Underwear (moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
3 Underwear, briefs (moisture-wicking fabric recommended)
Sport Bra (women)

Head Wear

Brimmed Hat, for sun protection
Knit Hat, for warmth
Balaclava, for face coverage (optional)
Bandana (optional)

Hand Wear

Gloves, warm (waterproof recommended)
Glove Liners, thin, synthetic, worn under gloves for added (optional)

Footwear

Hiking Boots, warm, waterproof, broken-in, with spare laces
Trainers or Crocs, to wear at camp (optional)
3 Socks, thick, wool or synthetic
3 Sock Liners, tight, thin, synthetic, worn under socks to prevent blisters (optional)
Gaiters, waterproof (optional)

Accessories

Sunglasses or Goggles
Backpack Cover, waterproof (optional)
Poncho, during rainy season (optional)Water Bottle (Nalgene, 32 oz. recommended
Water Bladder, Camelback type (recommended)
Towel, lightweight, quick-dry (optional)
Stuff Sacks or Plastic Bags, various sizes, to keep gear dry and separate

Equipment

Sleeping Bag, warm, four seasons
Sleeping Bag Liner, for added warmth (optional)
Trekking Poles (recommended)
Head lamp, with extra batteries
Duffel bag, (waterproof recommended) for porters to carry your equipment.
Daypack, for you to carry your personal gear

Other

Toiletries (Option)
Prescriptions
Sunscreen
Lip Balm
Insect Repellent, containing DEET
First Aid Kit
Hand Sanitizer
Toilet Paper (To be provided)
Wet Wipes (recommended)
Snacks, light-weight, high calorie, high energy (optional)
Pencil and Notebook, miniature, for trip log (optional)
Camera, with extra batteries (optional)