Altitude of Pokhara: 822 meters above sea level.
Accommodation: hotel.

On day 1, you will reach Pokhara and will be guided to your accommodation. You can spend the day exploring the nearby attractions in Pokhara.

Altitude of Phedi: Phedi is 1130 meters above sea level.
Drive Duration: One to one and a half hours.
Driving Distance: 18.7 kilometers to travel.
Pothana altitude: 1890 meters.
Walking Time: 3 to 4 hours of walking.
Distance walked: 6 kilometers.
Night stay: in Pothana
Accommodation: Tea House

On Day 2, you will freshen up and prepare for the journey to Phedi. The path takes you along a rocky, dusty road that crosses the Baglung Highway. Although the drive is not particularly lengthy, the gravelled landscape may make you feel it more than usual.

Once you have reached Phedi successfully, that is when your real Mardi Himal Trek begins! Next, you walk towards Pothana and cross small, local villages. You can pick up things you like here as souvenirs. Your trek starts when you begin climbing upwards. Continue walking up for almost an hour and a half until you see local shops here.

Once you finish walking the stairs upward, you will reach flat land. From here, the view is majestic and breathtaking. Most local villagers plan a picnic here, and you can do it too!

Next, we stop for lunch at Dhampus. From here onwards, you might find the road a bit erratic. You begin your descent along the lovely forest track after lunch. Then, keep going up and down the diverse terrain while admiring the stunning surroundings till you reach Pothana. You will now reach your hotels where you can take some rest and explore the valley when ready. The options for accommodation are limitless here. Even though Pothana is at a low elevation, you can still feel a bit chilly. If you choose tea houses as your lodging choice, you can witness the beauty of the lush green valley.

Altitude of Forest Camp: 2554 meters above sea level.
Walking Time: 6-7 hours.
Walking Distance: 7.9 kilometers.
Night Stay: Forest Camp.
Accommodation: Tea Houses.

Today, you will leave right after breakfast! Follow the rocky path that leads you out of the village. The trail soon changes into a forest path, and make sure to stay close to your group if you do not want to get lost.

The off-beat path takes you to Deurali after climbing trails for about an hour. A stunning view of Fewa lake, Pokhara valley, Annapurna and Dhaulagiri can be seen from this spot. Afterwards, you follow the trails through the jungle. As the name goes, today is a stay at the forest camp; therefore, you can expect tall trees and dense forests. It is a perfect spot to take in the greenery of your surroundings.

Also, this place offers an exotic way to witness flora and fauna. Birch, rhododendron, oak, hemlock, maple, and other trees can be found in the woodlands. Additionally, the air is clean and infused with an organic aroma, while the tree shades keep you cool and airy. Approximately an hour into the trek, the trail becomes steep. Following the ridge, you descend halfway and gain altitude slowly to return to Forest Camp.

Forest Camp is a relatively open area, as the name goes. It is a way to offer you the chance to indulge and embrace the serenity of the place.

Altitude of High Camp: 3980 meters above sea level.
Walking Time: 8-9 hours.
Walking Distance: 12.2 kilometers.
Night Stay: High Camp.
Accommodation: Tea Houses.

On Day 4, we slowly head to the High Camp. After breakfast, you will continue walking the forested path. However, today, you might find it a little sturdier. As you continue walking, you will find that the areas are beautifully covered with colourful rhododendrons.

You emerge to Low Camp from this magical forest to see Machhapuchhre (Mount Fishtail) in all its glory. With its mesmerizing appearance, the mountain stands out next to the forest as an attraction. In the Annapurna region, Low Camp is also a popular location for trekkers to watch sunrises and sunsets. Nevertheless, you must return to the tracks after lunch for high Camp.

This trail is particularly steep, so you are advised to be careful. Each time you climb, you will find the trail steeper. High Camp stands at an elevation of 3,500 meters, so you are bound to feel a bit cold. Once you check-in, you can set up your fire camp.

Altitude of Mardi Himal Base Camp: 4,500 meters above sea level.
Walking Time: 6-7 hours.
Night Stay: High Camp.
Accommodation: Tea Houses.

Today, we set off early as we have to make the final climb to the Mardi Himal Base Camp. Once you finish your breakfast, you have to leave for the trek. As the trek continues, the breathtaking mountain scenery gradually gives way to rugged terrains. You choose to move slowly and steadily along the ridge rather than on an unmarked trail.

Ascending through this path might be a bit tougher. To reach the base camp, you must pass through a large boulder field and climb the trails. As you gaze at the magnificent views under the clear blue sky, your eyes immediately catch sight of the picturesque scenery.

This is the most mesmerizing part of the trek, where you can see Annapurna base camp on one side, and on the other, you can see the Macchapuchhre. You have lunch at the base and continue walking back to High Camp after that. You spend the night in High Camp and take the same route back.

Altitude of Siding: 1750 meters above sea level.
Walking Time: 7-8 hours.
Walking Distance: 8.5 kilometers.
Night Stay: Siding.
Accommodation: Tea Houses.

This trek involves exploring the local villages and nearby cultures. From the High Camp to Siding village, it is considered a rather easy journey. Once you have had your breakfast, you move back to Low Camp.

As you pass numerous towns and rice terraces on the slopes leading down to Siding, they become highly unforgettable. Due to the clean rural farming landscapes, the journey today appears to be wonderful in many aspects. You stop at one of the places along the routes for lunch and refreshment. Continue your descent to Siding Village by passing through farmlands and lush green woods.

Siding Village often serves as a starting and ending point for several trekkers who do not have eight days to spend on a trek!

Altitude of Saidighatta: 1206 meters above sea level.
Walking Time: 4-5 hours.
Pokhara Altitude: 822 meters above sea level.
Drive Duration: 1-2 hours.
Night Stay: Pokhara.
Accommodation: hotel.

On Day 7, we move on to Saidighatta. After having breakfast at Siding, you move down to Saidighatta. Here, you get to explore the dense jungles and rice fields. Several Gurung communities’ traditional villages may be found along the roads. After arrival in Saidighatta we will drive to Pokhara and night stay in Pokhara.

Last day of our trek, check out by 11 am. The magnificent Mardi Himal Trek ends.