Mardi Himal Peak Climbing is an extra stimulation and adventure for the trekkers. The name is given to the feature and it is situated southwest of the lower slope of Mt. Machhapuchhare, which can be seen from Phewa Lake Pokhara in a triangular shape. As we shall soon see from a closer and more westerly vantage point, the mountain hold wins peak - thus its name, Machhapuchhare, which is English, means "Fishtail". Machhapuchhare is the most southerly high point of the Annapurna Massif, the awesomely majestic grouping of mountains in the central Himalaya that includes 5 of the 12 highest mountains in the world – all at the close of very close quarters to our route.
Mardi Himal is the name given to the feature of the long rising ridge and its summit from the southwesterly lower slope of Mount Machhapuchhare, the famous triangular skyline that is seen from the Phewa Lake at Pokhara. Eight-Day hiking through the forest and on above the tree line and on up to from our high altitude camp at 4,100 m. from where there are the most amazing close quarter views of all. Now descending first through the forest, a different route takes us steeply down to the upper Mardi Khola, the torrent that has been the ice and the snow of the Mardi Himal. Although remote and still away from all the much-used trekking routes, our expedition now takes on the moods of the warm valleys and the friendly villages. Here, as we make our way along the bank of the Mardi Khola from the hillside village of Siding, down through the lovely fields, past the simple farms, and over the "interesting" bridges, there is no doubt this indeed the idyllic Nepali countryside. When we descend through the forest we find a different route down to the upper Mardi Khola.
What is the best time for Mardi Peak Climbing?
The best time to climb Mardi peak is the Autumn and Spring season. These seasons have the very picture-perfect climate for Island peak climbing. The climate is steady with clear visibility of the views. This climbing is possible during the Winter and Monsoon time as well.
What kind of accommodation is provided during the peak climbing?
Guest house/tented accommodation according to given itinerary (sharing in a 2-bed room) and 3 meals (Breakfast, lunch, Dinner) during the trek and 2-night tented camp during the peak climbing, Hot Shower, and standard clean room with attached bathroom, Free Wi-Fi, Battery charge available on the trek
What types of Culture can I experience during the trek?
The main culture you can see and experience during your trek and climbing is Gurung, Tamang, and Magar.
How professional are the guides and porters?
Altitude sickness during the Trip
Altitude sickness (also known as acute mountain sickness) is an unfavorable health condition that strikes our body when we are at a high altitude (above 2500m (about 1.55 mi)). If any symptoms are seen during the trek, firstly we will have a primary treatment to cure the sickness. First, we will walk down to a minimum of 150m (about 492.13 ft) from the location where the symptoms are seen, and walk down again if the symptoms are not improved.
If the victim is unable to walk down on his/her own, we can hire a horse, or we can request our porter to carry the person. Warm water and ginger juice are also served to cure sickness. If these treatments are unable to cure the patient, rescue can be done by helicopter.
Also see Mardi Himal Trek, Mera Peak Climbing, Island Peak Climbing
Trip Price: $1300.USD
Duration: 15 days
Activity: City Sightseeing /Trekking
Altitude: 55871 m / at Mardi Himal Peak
Grade: Moderate to Difficult
Meal: Full board on trek
Accommodation: Hotel / Tented Camp
Land Transportation: Private Car / Van / Hiace
Flight: Kathmandu - Pokhara - Kathmandu (on your request)
Best Months: Sept-Dec and Mar-May
Group Size: 01 to 15
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Day 01: Arrive at Tribhuwan International Airport (TIA) Kathmandu (1300m).
Day 02: Kathmandu: Sightseeing and Trek Preparation.
Day 03: Kathmandu to Pokhara fly 25 min or drive 6-7 hrs (850 m).
Day 04: Pokhara to Odane Hill (2510m) 5-6 hrs.
Day 05: Odane Hill to Kumai (3049m) 6-7 hrs.
Day 06: Kumai to Khorchon (3568m) 5-6 hrs.
Day 07: Khorchon to Mardi Base Camp (4100m) 5-6 hrs.
Day 08: Mardi Base Camp to High Camp (4650m) 3-4 hrs.
Day 09: Summit Mardi Himal (5587m) and return to Base Camp, 7-8 hrs.
Day 10: Reserve the day for unforeseen conditions.
Day 11: Mardi Base Camp to Kumai (3049m) 4-5 hrs.
Day 12: Kumai to Ghachok (1067m) 7-8 hrs hrs.
Day 13: Ghachok to Pokhara (850m) 4-5 hrs.
Day 14: Pokhara to Kathmandu fly 25 min. /drive 6-7 hrs.
Day 15: Farewell Friend (Final departure to your onward destination).
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