The Short Mardi Himal Trek is a 5-day trek starting from Pokhara that showcases the untamed beauty of the Annapurna region of Nepal.
Willing to undertake the short, newly introduced, off-beaten crowded trails in the Himalayas, with an affordable budget, that is easy and family-friendly as well? This Short Mardi Himal Trek from Pokhara is an ideal trip that gives you a mini mountain trekking experience, without demanding prior experience, that passes through the woodlands of blooming rhododendrons, oaks, gurung and Magar villages, and open landscapes showing the panoramic alluring views of the Machhapuchare (Mt. Fishtail) and Annapurna range in each step, leading you to the Mardi Himal Base Camp at 4500 meters at highest point in just 5 days.
This 5-Day Mardi Himal Trek starts and ends in Pokhara, and suits perfectly for those who are already in Pokhara, and have a limited amount of time spare, but are still willing to gaze at the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri massif.
Mardi Himal Short Trek Overview:
Mardi Himal Trek is one of the most emerging short and easy treks in Nepal that sits within the Annapurna region, the famous territory that connects many iconic destinations in Nepal. Since the trails are well maintained and only demand about 4-5 hours of hiking each day, Mardi Himal Trekking opens the gate to every trekker of all age groups who are craving to explore the Annapurna Range with a glimpse of Himalayan flora and fauna.
This 5-day Short Mardi Himal Trek itinerary starts from Pokhara and meanders through the verdant rhododendron forests and varied landscapes, and ascends to the Mardi Himal Base Camp (4500 m) by passing through the notable hamlets of the Gurung and Magar communities.
Even though this Mardi Himal Short Trek might sound a bit rapid and smooth to navigate, the breathtaking views of iconic mountains won't be compromised. That is why it is gaining mass attention worldwide, and the "Mardi Himal" itself is called the "Rising Star of the Annapurna region" that captivates hikers over more than 1,00,000 every year. As much as it sounds unbelievable, you'll be fascinated to know that it showcases not 1 and not 2, but more than 10 legendary mountains in every stride! Due to this, every visitor who has commenced on this Mardi Himal Trek route has mentioned, "You might have come here to introduce yourself to the mountains with a limited timeframe, but it stands out being one of the most memorable walking from woodlands to alpine meadows showing the distinct climatic zone in the Himalayas".
To simply explain, this Short Mardi Himal Trekking from Pokhara is a lifetime opportunity that traverses through the charming villages of locals, the woodlands of Himalayan wildlife and flora, and varied landscapes, and reaches the alpine meadows of the base camp of Mardi that surely makes you believe that even short treks can be so astonishing to keep within your heart and memory forever.
ARE you ready for your next adventure here in Nepal? If YES! then do not wait longer. Bookings for the Mardi Himal 5 Days Trekking for 2025 and 2026 are open. Destination Himalaya is all set to assist you, and the towering peaks are all ready to welcome you. Make your trip to the Himalayas one hundred note-worthy with us!
Short Mardi Himal Trekking Route
Our Rapid Mardi Himal Trek begins with a short drive from Pokhara to Kande, then afterwards we'll start our walking trail by firstly climbing uphill through the forested trail to "Australian Camp". YES, it is quite popular to showcase the alluring view of Macchapuchre (fish tail), the mountain that will befriend us throughout the trek. Here, we can also see small camping tents set here for those who want to feel the mini mountaineering feel and get the best sunrise views over snowcapped peaks. Descending from here, we'll move toward Pitam Deurali, immersing ourselves in the tranquility of the woodland.
Before reaching the "Badal Danda", we'll pass by the Forest Camp and Low Camp. In between, do not miss out on gazing at the rare wildlife that you might encounter en route. The Annapurna region serves as a home to more than 200 species of birds, 20 rare mammals, and more than 100 other wildlife, the langur monkeys playing back and forth, the himalyan tahr hiding behind the woods, and the musk deer simply looking beautiful as it should will remind us that we are in their homeland. BIRDWATCHERS! Make the best out of the hike, as the Danfe- Nepal's national Bird shows its grace, and the Himalayan yaks grazing in the farmlands stand out to be the best moment of this Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek.
On the 3rd very day, we'll ascend to the Mardi Himal High Camp, where we can get to catch the marvelous transition of towering landscapes to snowy, frosty peaks. Along the way, the Macchapuchre, Mardi Himal, and other Annapurna massifs stand right in front of us; it feels like we can almost touch them. Attaining High Camp, we might fall in love with the charming settlement amid the mountains that offers the best enchanting snowfalls! MAYBE! our first snowfall experience and a chance to build a snowman?
After reaching the Mardi Himal Base Camp (4500 m) the next day, the best panoramic vista of the Annapurna massif with Mardi Himal and Mt. Fish Tail stretching our surroundings, makes our every step that has been left here, truly worth it! Meanwhile, if ascending to the base camp sounds too strenuous, then we can even go up to the Mardi Himal View Point (4200 meters), showing the mesmerizing vista of Annapurna Range including Annapurna I, South, II, III, Tukuche Peak, Hiunchuli, and even Lamjung Himal that you probably won't regret.
Retracing our steps to Low Camp and Siding on the next day, our Mardi Himal Short Trek concludes right after we get back to Pokhara, catching a private jeep.
Note: This trek to Mardi begins and ends in Pokhara, if you are in Kathmandu that you can choose our 9 days Mardi Himal Trek that starts and ends in Kathmandu! Or else, you can customize itinerary as per your holiday duration with us.
Highlights of the 5-Day Mardi Himal Trek
- Get up close to this iconic peak from High Camp and Mardi Himal Base Camp (4500 meters)
- Stunning vista of the Annapurna Range at every step
- Challenge yourself by completing this journey within 5 Days, with a mini mountaineering experience
- Trail through traditional villages, exploring the Gurung and Magar cultures
- Watch golden light paint the Annapurna range from Badal Danda and Mardi Himal High Camp
- Enjoy the misty, peaceful Badal Danda, covered in clouds
- Venture out to a short yet off-beaten trailhead, within the Annapurna region, that shows you the six climatic zones of the highlands
- Catch the marvelous transition from lush green subtropical forests to alpine meadows
- Stand at 4,500m in Mardi Himal Base Camp with up-close views of Mt.Fishtail and Mardi Himal
- Walk along the Annapurna Conservation Area, exploring Himalayan flora and fauna
What makes this Short Mardi Himal Trek from Pokhara worth it for 2025 and 2026?
Starting from Pokhara, this 5-Day Mardi Himal Short Trek package is crafted, ensuring that one gets to explore the enchanting beauty of the Annapurna region in a short period of time with a limited budget. Even though the Short Mardi Himal Trek 5 Days might sound rushed itinerary, it basically visits every corner of the trekking trail, just like the regular itinerary, ensuring safe ascent. The only difference is that the starting point is Pokhara, which is crafted for those who are already here in Pokhara. Here are some of the top attractions that make this short itinerary to Mardi Himal even more special to venture out for 2025 and 2026:
Breathtaking Mountain Views along the trail
Even though our Rapid Mardi Himal Trek is short, the alluring views of the mountains for sure wouldn't be compromised, where the snowcapped Annapurna Range befriends us in every step. Starting from Kande to Forest Camp, the mountain views of Annapurna South, Fishtail, and Hiunchuli welcome us to this territory. While we move to the upper section via Low camp and Badal Danda, the close-up views of Mardi Himal and Machhapuchhre feel unreal before our eyes.
The other snowy frosty peaks of the Annapurna Range including Annapurna I, II, III, and Annapurna South with Dhaulagiri massifs of Dhaulagiri I, II, along with the other popular mountains such as Tukuche Peak (6920 m), Lamjung Himal (6934 m), Singha Chuli (6501m) and Gangapurna (7,454 m) shine under the sunrise view making our Short Mardi Trek truly an astonishing journey.
Exploring Mardi Himal: The Rising Star Captivating Hikers
The Mardi Himal (5,587m) is a pyramid-shaped mountain that bears equal beauty despite its lesser fame compared to nearby peaks. Our Trek to Mardi Himal Base Camp is a close-up Himalayan mountain experience with stunning up-close views of Fishtail Mountain and the Mardi Himal panorama. The southern exposure of the mountain dominates the Modi Khola valley. Mardi Himal generates stunning panoramic vistas, so no matter what angle we look from, it's equally stunning! It wouldn't be surprising to see this peak as an emerging or a rising superstar that is recently winning the hearts of many wanderers across the globe, looking forward to trekking along the Annapurna region.
Forest camp to low camp: Witness the transition of forested land to alpine land
The best transition that we could ever witness during this Mardi Himal Short Trek would be while moving from the forest camp to the low camp. YES! Forest Camp is simply so densely covered with a verdant forest of blooming rhododendron with only a few settlements slatted by blue roofs, which tends to everyone's favourite. The amazing part is! Here lies a volleyball court and a football ground. Even though it's small, seeing kids playing laughingly shows us the fun element of the Himalayas despite the remote amenities.
Ascending higher to Low Camp, the woodland slowly transforms into high landscapes and steep ridges from where the mountain views seem like we are almost about to touch it. From the forested area to the alpine zone, the Nepalese flag fluttering in the high wind coming out of such Himalayan peaks shows us a unique insight into this Short Mardi Himal Trekking trail.
Mardi Himal Base Camp: Challenge yourself and get surrounded by panoramic vistas
The Mardi Himal Base Camp stands out as the highest point of our 5-day Mardi Himal Trek from Pokhara. Getting started with just 860 meters and reaching 4500 meters is surely not an easy task. It demands a high level of consistency and patience while we make our way to the base camp through the snowy trails and some steep trails; it gets quite strenuous for beginners. But you know what? After 3 hours of hiking and attaining the lap of Mardi Himal, it makes our hike 100% worth it with the 360 panorama spectacular view of highly towering mountains.
Machhapuchhre feels so close that we could reach out to touch it as it stands directly ahead of us. Its distinctive double-peak structure makes it an absolute match for its descriptive "fishtail" name. The nearby Mardi Himal peak shows its huge size, making us feel as tiny as an ant. Several peaks within the Annapurna range, including Dhaulagiri and Hiunchuli, along with their massive rocky structures, become visible too. This view can't compare to any, so let's live in the moment to appreciate it before our Mardi Himal Trekking gets over!
Badal Danda: A Cloud amidst the Himalayas
The Short Mardi Himal Trail features Badal Danda as its enchanting destination, where we can enjoy breathtaking views of the Annapurna peaks with Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) and other peaks. A forest trail through alpine meadows takes us to a cloud-covered clearing at Badal Danda. It is translated to "Cloud Hill" and as the name says, it is a hill clearing that is covered in clouds and mist all the time! Yes, clouds will dance around us, making us feel we are lost in the clouds.
Experience the Magar and Gurung Cultures and Traditions
The 5-Day Mardi Himal Trek takes us through many Gurung and Magar villages with unique local customs. While we stay at tea houses run by locals, we can experience Nepali hospitality and local cuisine. It's also interesting to see the local Gurungs wearing their traditional attire and jewelry while doing their daily activities, and if we want, then we can surely try their attire and jewels, respecting their culture. The tea houses are simply made with wooden and slatted roofs, with a dining area with a wooden kitchen where our lovely meals are served!
Dashain, Tihar, Lhosar, and Buddha Jayanti happen throughout different seasons of the year, so we might get a chance to see how locals celebrate. And you know what? Sometimes, local teahouses give cultural performances with dance and music to display the unique cultures of the locals. So, if your time fits, then start this Mardi Himal Short Trek from Pokhara during the festive timeframe.
Matches with the Busy Routine of Modern Days
One of the best things regarding the 5-Day Short Mardi Himal Trek itinerary is that it is a five-day package from Pokhara, which suits perfectly for those who are limited in time, but still want to explore the Himalayas, which is easily accessible and budget-friendly as well. As everyone is busy in the modern world, and short on time, with 10 to 5 job, this package aims to offer a short trip to the Himalayas, where one can take a short break, aiming for family adventures, a short weekend journey to get recharged in the tranquil spot with the surrounding mountain views, in-depth cultural exploration, without any hassle, of managing long holidays.
Safe Ascend with Experienced Guided Trip
Throughout the 5-day Mardi Himal Trek, you will be assisted with an experienced licensed guide, who have an experience of more than 10 years along the trailhead, and medically equipped at the same time. Along with that, our itinerary is carefully crafted, ensuring that even beginners can take a slow ascent without rushing and going beyond their fitness level. This trek takes a slow ascent of 400 to 500 meters per day, letting you adopt the rising elevation in ease and comfort.
Side Trips to Add On within this 5-Day Short Mardi Himal Trek itinerary
As we've already mentioned, the Annapurna region tends to serve many other iconic trekking routes in Nepal, so we just want you to choose the best expedition with the perfect combo possible by just stretching a few more days, in this Short Mardi Himal Trek itinerary.
- Ghorepani Poon Hill Trek VS Mardi Himal: Have you ever heard of Poon Hill, which is world-renowned for serving the best possible views of not 1, not 2, but more than 20 iconic peaks? While Mardi Trekking shows the close-up views of mountains with every step. The Poon Hill Trek tends to reward you with cultural diversification through notable villages. If your time fits, then you can surely combine the Mardi Himal Trekking via Poon Hill, which completed within 10 days.
- Mardi VS Annapurna Base Camp Trek: Simply speaking, the trek to Mardi falls under a friendly expedition, being budget-friendly and easy at the same time. The ABC Trek tends to be more costly, demands prior experience, and takes you to the lap of the world’s eighth-highest mountain, Mt. Annapurna (8091 m). But in the case of views, Mardi Trek beats all; however, if you have good enough experience, then you won’t regret combining Mardi Himal with ABC Trekking.
Either way, it all depends on your own choices. Whatever you choose, you won’t even regret 1% of trailing the whole Annapurna region with the right guidance of the DHT Team!
Short Mardi Himal Trek Cost for 2025 and 2026
The 5-day Short Mardi Himal Trek costs start from USD 299 and go up to USD 439 per head, depending on the number of hikers that your group consists of. The more the number of pax that your group holds, the price gets minimized accordingly. Our standard Mardi Himal Short Trek from Pokhara package costs USD 439 per person for a private, exclusive trip, which includes standard meals, accommodations, permits, and an experienced licensed guide with transportation accessibility to reach the trailhead. Here is a short overview of this trek based on the group size, especially customized for 2025/26:
| No. of Pax | Price (In USD) |
| 1 | 439 per head |
| 2-2 | 349 per head |
| 3-3 | 329 per head |
| 4-4 | 319 per head |
| 5-6 | 299 per head |
Why Trek with Destination Himalayan Treks and Expedition?
Since our establishment over 2 decades ago, we understand that successful trekkers need three essential aspects from their travel partners: safety measures, economic packages, and expert guidance. We advance toward making your trips successful and keeping your satisfaction as our priority.
Our trekking guides have received proper training, along with registration and full medical equipment, to guide you through the trails where they will point out all the notable sights. The company ensures our guides receive medical training combined with basic first aid equipment that allows them to provide emergency care in case of injury or accident (which is rare).
The company promises full transparency by delivering exactly what you see without hidden costs. Your trip will remain free from additional costs. The carefully designed Short Mardi Himal Trek itinerary from Pokhara has daily altitude gains within 400-500 meter limits to allow your body proper adjustment and protect against altitude sickness. All in all, we value our clients and ensure that your 5-Day Mardi Himal Trek becomes a successful expedition that you can look up to. For more queries, mail us anytime at info(a)destinationhimalayatreks.com or contact us at +977 9851016814 via WhatsApp, Viber, or IMO anytime.
