Day 1 : Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about seven hours.

Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about seven hours.

After early morning breakfast, our guide will pick you-up from your hotel to bus station. Drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara (914m.) takes about seven hours. This drive will take most of the morning, leaving much of the afternoon to explore the various sites of Pokhara.

Pokhara is tourist's paradise with full of natural as well as cultural heritage sites such as lakes, caves, temples of Buddhist and Hindus along with mountains. You can observe views to the north across the hills and Phewa Tal (lake) to the white peaks of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges. Stay overnight at hotel.

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Day 2 : Drive from Pokhara to Kande and trek to Australian Camp (2060m) takes about 2 hours.

Drive from Pokhara to Kande and trek to Australian Camp (2060m) takes about 2 hours. The camp offers an excellent view of Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Maccapuchre and other peaks. You can also view majestic sunrise views. Stay overnight at lodge.

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Day 3 : Trek from Australian Camp to Forest Camp (2,500m) takes approximately 4 hours.

Trek from Australian Camp to Forest Camp (2,500m) takes approximately 4 hours. The trail passes through Pothana and Deurali. Forest Camp is the last tea house before Base Camp. Trek will consist of ascents as well as descents in some places and passing through beautiful rhododendron, oak forests. Stay overnight at lodge.

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Day 4 : Trek from Forest Camp to Low Camp (2990m) takes about 3 hours.

Trek from Forest Camp to Low Camp (2990m) takes about 3 hours. Along the way you will be carrying packed lunch. Stay overnight at lodge.

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Day 5 : Trek from Low Camp to High Camp (3,580) takes about 4 hours.

Trek from Low Camp to High Camp (3,580) takes about 4 hours. There are no hotels and lodges along the trail so you will be carrying packed lunches. The earlier part of the trail will ascend. Camp at Badal Danda (3200m).

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Day 6 : Trek from High Camp to Mardi Himal West Base Camp/Upper View point (4,450m)

Trek from High Camp to Mardi Himal West Base Camp/Upper View point (4,450m) and back to High Camp takes about 6 hours. You will have the opportunity to watch beautiful views of Annapurna South, Annapura I, Glacier Dome, Gangapurna and Hiunchuli. Stay overnight at lodge.

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Day 7 : Trek from High Camp to Siding Village (1,885m) via Mardi Himal South Base camp takes about 8 hours.

Trek from High Camp to Siding Village (1,885m) via Mardi Himal South Base camp takes about 8 hours. The trail is very steep and difficult. You pass through Ghalel Village, a big village inhabited by Ghale Gurung and Magar, where you will be having lunch. This is the last village before Lwang. Stay overnight at lodge.

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Day 8 : Trek from Ghalel to Lwang Village takes about 2 hours.

Trek from Ghalel to Lwang Village takes about 2 hours. Spend rest of the day exploring local culture and life style of Lwang Village (1460m). The village is inhabited by Gurung ethnic people. You can enjoy homestays in Lwang Village as well as tea and bees. Lwang Village also hosts the office of Annapurna Conservation Area Project and a high school. Stay overnight at traditional home stay facility enjoying local cuisine.

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Day 9 : Trek from Lwang Village to Dhampus (1650m) takes about 4 hours.

Trek from Lwang Village to Dhampus (1650m) takes about 4 hours. Dhampus is a scenic tourist village and a popular picnic spot. The village population comprises of Bahun, Chhetri, Magar, Gurung etc. Machapuchre, Annapurna II, Annaurna South can be easily viewed from Dhampus. Stay overnight at lodge.

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Day 10 : Trek from Dhampus down to Phedi for about 2 hours and then drive back to Pokhara takes about half an hour.

Trek from Dhampus down to Phedi for about 2 hours and then drive back to Pokhara takes about half an hour. Stay overnight at hotel in Pokhara.

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Day 11 : Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu takes about seven hours.

Drive from Pokhara to Kathmandu takes about seven hours. While driving from Pokhara to Kathmandu, you head up to Damauli, Dumre, Muglin and Kurintar where Nepal's first Cable car is operated to reach to Manakamana Temple. From Naubishe you climb up to Thankot, the gateway to capital city of Kathmandu. Stay overnight at hotel in Kathmandu.

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Day 12 : Final Depart from Kathmandu

After breakfast, End of our services with departure transfer to the Kathmandu airport to board flight for your onward destination

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Features Included on Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek

• Airport pick-up and drop off services by private A/C car or van
• One trekking guide/s
• Porter/s (one porter carries 25 kilograms of luggage)
• All meals three times a day (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
• Entry Permit for Annapurna conservation Area
• Trekkers' Information Management system (TIMS) card
• All land transportation:
• Flight ticket
• hotel accommodation
• Insurance and equipment for the guide and porter
• First aid kit
• Rescue assistance (Should any emergency arise during your trek, we will provide prompt and professional rescue and medical services. For this, it would be better to have your own travel insurance that can cover helicopter evacuation and medical treatment cost in case required.)
• One farewell dinner with live cultural performance at authentic Nepali restaurant on the last evening
• All tax, VAT and company service charge

Features Not Included on Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek

• Personal nature expenses
• Drinks, beverages, hot shower, etc.
• Travel insurance
• Tips

Note: There are different categories of Hotels in Kathmandu ranging from budget to 5 star hotels. We are happy to arrange your hotel accommodation in Kathmandu as per your interest and budget. Please inform us in advance about the type or category or price range of hotel that you would like to stay in.

Things To know

Physical Condition & Experience Requirements

On this trek you are likely to walk for 6-7 hours a day in average, cross steep, hilly terrain and cross Chola pass. There have been some changes in icy landscape of the Cho La that is making pass more difficult and challenging compared to previous years. Therefore, previous trekking experience, physical fitness and positive attitude are essential. Exercising and jogging regularly for a few months prior to the trip is a good idea to enhance strength and stability. Past hiking experience is a must but no technical skill is required for this trip. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lung, and blood diseases should inform Himalayan Glacier before booking the trek. We also recommend that you consult your doctor(s) before the trip.

Requirement

This list is a guideline to help you pack for your adventure. Also understand that the items listed below will vary a little according to the season and the trek duration. Those items marked by an asterisk (*) are provided by Himalayan Glacier inclusive in the service. The weight limit for your luggage is 33 pounds or 15 kg. Remember that your luggage will be carried by your porter but you are required to carry a day-pack (with your valuables or anything important) on your own. We also suggest that you pack only what is necessary.

Important documents and items

• Valid passport, 2 extra passport size photos, airline tickets
• Separate photocopies of passport, visa form (easily obtained at Kathmandu airport), proof of insurance
• Dollars, pounds or Euros in cash for purchasing Nepalese visa at Kathmandu airport, for paying for restaurants and hotels, for gratuities, snacks, and to purchase your own drinks and gifts
• Credit cards, Bank/ATM/Cash machine cards for withdrawing funds from cash machines (bring a photocopy of your cards), traveler's checks, etc.

Head

• Bandana or head scarf, also useful for dusty conditions
• Warm hat that covers your ears (wool or synthetic)
• Headlamp with extra batteries and bulbs
• Sunglasses with UV protection
• Prescription sunglasses (if required)

Upper Body

• Polypropylene shirts (1 half sleeve and 2 long sleeves)
• Light and expedition weight thermal tops
• Fleece wind-stopper jacket or pullover
• Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
• Down vest and/or jacket *
• Gore-Tex jacket with hood, waterproof and breathable

Hands

• 1 pair of lightweight poly-liner gloves.
• 1 pair of lightweight wool or fleece gloves
• 1 pair of mittens, consists of 1 Gore-Tex over mitt matched with a very warm polar-fleece mitt liner (seasonal)

 Lower Body

• Non-cotton underwear briefs
• 1 pair of Hiking shorts
• 1 pair of Hiking trousers
• 1 pair of lightweight thermal bottoms (seasonal)
• 1 pair of fleece or woolen trousers
• 1 pair of waterproof shell pants, breathable fabric

Feet

• 2 pairs of thin, lightweight inner socks
• 2 pairs of heavy poly or wool socks
• 1 pair of Hiking boots with spare laces (sturdy soles, water resistant, ankle support, “broken in”)
• 1 pair of trainers or running shoes and/or sandals
• Cotton socks (optional)
• Gaiters (winter only), optional, “low” ankle high version

Sleeping

• 1 sleeping bag (good to -10 degrees C or 14 degrees F)*
• Fleece sleeping bag liner (optional)

Rucksack and Travel Bags

• 1 medium rucksack (50-70 liters/3000-4500 cubic inches, can be used for an airplane carryon)
• 1 large duffel bag *
• A small daypack/backpack for carrying your valuables, should have good shoulder padding
• Small padlocks for duffel-kit bags
• 2 large waterproof rucksack covers (optional)

Medical

• Small, personal first-aid kit. (simple and light)
• Aspirin, first-aid tape, and plasters (Band-Aids)
• 1 skin-blister repair kit
• Anti-diarrhea pills
• Anti-headache pills
• Cough and/or cold medicine
• Anti-altitude sickness pills: Diamox or Acetylzolamide
• Stomach antibiotic: Ciprofloxacin, etc. Do not bring sleeping pills as they are a respiratory depressant.
• Water purification tablets or water filter
• 1 set of earplugs
• Extra pair of prescription glasses, contact lens supplies

Practical Items

• 1 small roll of repair tape, 1 sewing-repair kit
• 1 cigarette lighter, 1 small box of matches
• 1 compass or GPS(optional)
• 1 alarm clock/watch
• 1 digital camera with extra cards and batteries
• large Ziplocs
• 2 water bottles (1 liter each)
• 1 small folding knife
• Binoculars (optional)
• 4 large, waterproof, disposable rubbish sacks

Toiletries

• 1 medium-sized quick drying towel
• Toothbrush/paste (preferably biodegradable)
• Multi-purpose soap (preferably biodegradable)
• Deodorants
• Nail clippers
• Face and body moisturizer
• Female hygiene products
• Small mirror

Personal Hygiene

• Wet wipes (baby wipes)
• Tissue /toilet roll
• Anti-bacterial hand wash