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Mardi Himal Trek

A ridge-line Annapurna trek with forest camps, exposed viewpoints, and close views of Machapuchare.

Duration
7 days
Difficulty
Moderate-Challenging
Max altitude
4,500 m near Mardi Himal Base Camp viewpoint
Best months
Mar-May, Sep-Nov
Route overview

Mardi Himal is compact but rewarding. The trail climbs from forest into open ridge country with dramatic proximity to Machapuchare and Annapurna South.

Trail sequence
Pokhara
Deurali
Forest Camp
Low Camp
High Camp
Mardi viewpoint
Siding
Pokhara
Highlights
Forest Camp, Low Camp, and High Camp progression
Mardi Himal viewpoint near the base camp line
Close Machapuchare profile
Short itinerary from Pokhara with a high-mountain feel
Preparation
Build up to 4-6 hour hikes with a loaded daypack
Practice steady uphill pacing and stair climbs
Carry tested layers, rain protection, and broken-in boots
Plan an acclimatization buffer around high-altitude days
Day-wise itinerary
1

Pokhara to Deurali

2,100 m

Drive and walk onto the ridge route.

2

Deurali to Forest Camp

2,520 m

Move through mossy forest and quiet trail sections.

3

Forest Camp to Low Camp

2,970 m

Gain altitude gradually as the forest thins.

4

Low Camp to High Camp

3,580 m

Walk the ridge with expanding views toward Machapuchare.

5

Mardi viewpoint and descend to Low Camp

4,500 m

Start early for the viewpoint, then descend before afternoon cloud.

6

Low Camp to Siding

1,750 m

Leave the ridge and descend through forest and settlement trails.

7

Siding to Pokhara

820 m

Drive back to Pokhara after the final walking section.

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