Mardi Himal Trek
A ridge-line Annapurna trek with forest camps, exposed viewpoints, and close views of Machapuchare.
Mardi Himal is compact but rewarding. The trail climbs from forest into open ridge country with dramatic proximity to Machapuchare and Annapurna South.
Pokhara to Deurali
2,100 mDrive and walk onto the ridge route.
Deurali to Forest Camp
2,520 mMove through mossy forest and quiet trail sections.
Forest Camp to Low Camp
2,970 mGain altitude gradually as the forest thins.
Low Camp to High Camp
3,580 mWalk the ridge with expanding views toward Machapuchare.
Mardi viewpoint and descend to Low Camp
4,500 mStart early for the viewpoint, then descend before afternoon cloud.
Low Camp to Siding
1,750 mLeave the ridge and descend through forest and settlement trails.
Siding to Pokhara
820 mDrive back to Pokhara after the final walking section.
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