Mardi Himal and Machhapuchhare Trek

Days 01: Arrival, transfer to hotel, introductions, and briefing

Our airport representative from Nepal New Generation Trek Guide will welcome you after you arrive at Kathmandu International Airport. At the hotel, you can just relax. Overnight at Kathmandu.

Days 02: Kathmandu, city sightseeing

We will have sightseeing in Kathmandu city on this day. You will visit some of the major spots enlisted in UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Especially, you will visit Swayambhunath (Monkey temple) lying on the top of the hill. Pashupatinath temple, an eminent Hindu temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. it is positioned on the coast of the sacred Bagmati River.

Boudhanath, another largest Buddhist stupa on the earth; and Patan Durbar Square which allures visitors with its antique royal palace where the Malla Kings of Lalitpur once resided. Overnight at Kathmandu.

Days 03: Drive to Pokhara

We will drive to Pokhara from Kathmandu taking about 6 hours. We will pass along with terrace villages, farms, as well as cities with arresting views of snow-capped peaks.

Pokhara holds three attention-grabbing lakes in its region- Phewa, Rupa, and Begnas. At Pokhara, we can also enjoy boating and visit Tal Barahi temple lying in the heart of the Phewa lake. Overnight in a hotel.

Days 04: Trek to Deurali

Today we will begin our trek. We will drive to Phedi and walk up the hill. We will trek to the top of the ridge above 500m to reach the main part of the Dhampus Phedi.

The region is occupied by a few Gurungs, Brahmins, and Chhetris. We will also walk on stony staircases on this day. Plus, the amazing panoramic sights of Annapurna Himalayas also appear. Overnight in Deurali.

Days 05: Trek to Forest Camp

We will on this day trek for around 6 hours to reach Forest Camp. We will also be enthralled to walk passing wooded areas of birch, rhododendron, hemlock, oak, maple, trees.

Since it is a new trekking route, there are no teahouses, so we need to carry sufficient water and packed lunch. Overnight in Forest Camp. ( 2550m)

Days 06: Trek to  Low camp ( Badal dada)

We will see the terraced fields and settlements clinging to the hillsides as we depart from Forest Camp. We will also ascend through the woods to our campsite where eye-catching views of Machhapuchhre and Annapurna will greet us.

You will get to enjoy the splendid views for rest of the day. Overnight in Low camp.

Days 07: Trek to  High camp

Departing from  Low camp, we will walk to Guhe on this day after our breakfast. As we walk further on, the vistas of Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre and Hiunchuli become more clear and beautiful.

We will also walk through rhododendron and birch forest and climb ahead before arriving at the grassy hills. Overnight on top of the ridge in Guhe.

Days 08: Mardi HimalBase Camp – day hike

This is one of the most important days of the tour. We will hike to Machhapuchhre base camp which is wonderfully set on the northern side of the gigantic Mt. Machhapuchhre. Here, you will be also rewarded with the views of Mardi Himal, Huinchuli, Annapurna South, and Annapurna I.

After the awesome experience we will install our camp to stay overnight. Low camp.

Days 09: Trek to Sedding

After finishing our breakfast, we will descend all the way through the shady forest, terraced fields and make way down to the upper Mardi River.

We will also walk along the Mardi Khola banks to Sedding village through the beautiful fields, beautiful farms and traversing suspension bridges. Overnight in Sedding.

Days 10: Trek to  Lwang

We will on this day walk to lwang from Sedding. It takes around 5 hours. As we reach Sedding, we will set our camp. Overnight at camp

Days 11: Pokhara

Trek to khoramuk 2 hr drive back to Pokhara. At Pokhara, if we are interested, we can go sightseeing in popular tourist areas like Gupteshore cave, Davis fall, famous Fewa Lake where you can enjoy boating, etc.

Days 12: Drive to Kathmandu

Early in the morning, we will drive back to Kathmandu. After that, we will transfer to our hotel in Kathmandu. At the hotel, you can just relax or go for last-minute shopping. Overnight in the hotel.

Days 13: Departure

This is your last day in Nepal. You will leave Nepal with wonderful memories and awe-inspiring time. Our Nepal New Generation Trek staff will transfer you to the airport for your departure.

* All Price is Per Person Price

• All ground transport in a private vehicle including airport transfers

• Four nights’ accommodation with breakfast at a touris-star category hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara Hotel

• Kathmandu city tours, including all entry fees, tour guide and private transportation

• Three daily meals with tea/coffee (breakfast, lunch and dinner) during the trek

• Best available twin sharing lodge for accommodation during the trek. Private bathrooms with hot showers are provided at Pokhara,Ghandruk and Ghorepani

• Snacks of seasonal fruits during the trek

• One highly experienced, helpful and friendly guide. Porters (1 porter for 2 people) and their food, accommodation, salary and equipment. Accident insurance for all staff

• Round trip Transport Kathmandu –Pokhara / Pokhara– Kathmandu including departure taxes

• An experienced, English-speaking and government-licensed trek leader and assistant trek leader (4 trekkers: 1 assistant guide)
• Staff costs including their salary, insurance, equipment, domestic airfare, food and accommodation
• Nepal New Generation Trek trekking bag/duffel bag, t-shirt and trekking map are yours to take
• All necessary paperwork and trekking permits (National Park Permit, TIMS)
• Medical kit (carried by your trek leader)
• All government and local taxes

Services Excludes

• Meals not specified in the 'Meal Inclusions' in the above itinerary

• Personal Travel insurance

• International airfare

• Nepal entry visa. You can obtain a visa easily upon your arrival at Tribhuwan International Airport in Kathmandu. A multiple-entry tourist visa good for 30 days can be obtained by paying US $ 40 or equivalent in foreign currency. Similarly, multiple-entry tourist visas for 90 days can be obtained by paying US $ 100. Please bring 2 passport-size photos.

• Soft drinks including water

• Snacks and other personal expenses

• Personal trekking equipment

• WiFi internet and phone call unless its free.

• Tips and gratuities for trekking staff and drivers