Mardi Himal 5-Day Trek with Guide, Food and Accommodation

What's included

• Accommodation in local tea houses.
• Standard full-board meals (breakfast lunch dinner ) with one main course or two side course per meal during the trek.
• Electricity and Wi-Fi in some places.
• Both way private transportation from Pokhara to kande (trek start) and siding (trek end) to Pokhara.
• Government Licensed and experienced trek leader (guide) and porter/ porters as required.
• Guides and porters costs - meals, insurance, salary, lodging, transportation, and other necessary equipment.
• Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) fee.
• Trekkers Information Management System (TIMS) card fee.
• All government, local taxes, and official expenses.
• Medical kits, including an oximeter to monitor blood oxygen saturation levels in high altitudes.
• trek achievement certificate after the successful trek.
• Sleeping bags and duffle bag (one for every two trekkers) if you do not have your own.
• Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Annapurna region on a guided trek
• Enjoy breathtaking views of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli
• Trek through lush forests, traditional villages, and alpine meadows
• Experience the warmth of local hospitality in family-run tea houses
• Reach the Mardi Himal Base Camp and enjoy panoramic mountain views

What's not included

• Technical climbing equipment
• Personal expenses such as shopping, snacks, bar bills, bottle or boiled water, shower, Wi-Fi, laundry, telephone call, battery re-charge fee extra porters, etc
• All Accommodations before and after the trek.
• Extra night accommodation in Kathmandu and Pokhara due to early arrival or late departure or early return from the trek.
• All meals before and after the trek.
• Tips for guide and porters.
• Nepal entry visa fees at Tribhuvan International Airport- (15 days - $25-30, 30 days- $40-50 and 90 days- $100-110).
• Travel insurance which has to cover emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation compulsory.
• All the costs and expenses not listed in "What is included in the Mardi Trek package?" above.

Itinerary

1. Day 1 · Begin your trek with a short drive from Pokhara to Kande. followed by a gentle ascent to Deurali. From there, the trail leads through Forest Camp and Low Camp, offering the first glimpses of Machhapuchhre through breaks in the forest.
2. Day 2 · As you climb to High Camp at around 3. 600 meters, the views expand dramatically, with mountains dominating the horizon. The most memorable day is the hike from High Camp to Mardi Himal Base Camp and back, which brings you face-to-face with some of the most awe-inspiring mountain scenery in Nepal.
3. Day 3 · The descent usually follows a different route. passing through Siding village before driving back to Pokhara, adding a cultural dimension to the journey. Accommodation along the Mardi Himal trail is simple but welcoming, consisting mainly of local tea houses.
4. Day 4 · These family-run lodges provide basic twin rooms with clean bedding. though a warm sleeping bag is recommended for comfort at higher altitudes. Toilets are usually shared, and while some lodges have western-style facilities, squat toilets are still common.
5. Day 5 · Meals are hearty and filling. with options like dal bhat (rice with lentils and vegetables), noodles, soups, momos, and omelets, ensuring you have enough energy for the long days of walking. Electricity and Wi-Fi are available in some places, though usually at an additional cost, and the connection can be unreliable in the higher sections of the…