Mardi Himal Trek
Mardi Himal
A popular 4-to-6-day short trek that follows a ridge straight to the Mardi Himal base camp at the foot of Machapuchare. It has few visitors and wide views.
The Mardi Himal route starts from Kande or Dhampus near Pokhara and passes through rhododendron forest before climbing the ridge. It continues past Low Camp and High Camp to the base camp at about 4,500 meters, with close views of Machapuchare and Mardi Himal. The full trek takes about 4 to 6 days, with simple tea house accommodation. Above High Camp, watch for altitude sickness and changing weather. An ACAP permit is required, and regulations require hiring a licensed guide. Coordinates are for Lower Base Camp.
Opening hours
Open all day (multi-day hikes)
Nearby sights
- Annapurna Base Camp Trek
- Ghandruk
- Australian Camp & Dhampus
- Mahendra Cave
- Bat Cave (Chamere Gufa)
- Poon Hill Trek
- Sarangkot
- Gurkha Memorial Museum