Mardi Himal Trek

Mardi Himal and Natural Hot Spring Trek also called Mardi Himal Trek is a short trek in a relatively new trekking trail in Annapurna Region, which is still less visited by trekkers and is unspoiled. As the trail sees less Trekkers, it has teahouses with minimum essential facilities. It is an easy trek that goes to the maximum altitude of 4,250 meters. In this trek we walk past small villages, valleys, terraced farms, Rhododendron forests, rivers  and off course the amazing views of the Annapurna, Machhapuchre (Fishtail) and Hiunchuli mountains. On our way down we will have a relaxing healing bath in a natural hot water spring. 

      1. Accommodation:

• 4 Nights in standard hotels and 7 nights in carefully selected lodges on a twin share basis 
• Hotel upgrades and private room options are available during the booking process

      2. Meals:

• Nutritious 3 meals a day-Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner during the trek
• In Kathmandu warm morning breakfasts and 2 dinners are included
• 3 cups of Tea or Coffee is provided during the trek each day
• Fresh fruits are served once a day
• Any special dietary requirements should be informed during the booking process

      3. Guides & Support Staff

• Highly experienced Certified Local Guides 
• Porters in 2:1 ( 2 trekkers: 1 porter) who carry maximum of 15 kg per person (30 kg for 2 person). 
• Guides and porters are paid fair wages, meals, accommodation, insurance and medical help

      4. Ground Transportation:

• Airport pick up drop offs and Pokhara Nayapul in private vehicles
• Kathmandu Pokhara Kathamandu in tourist bus

      5. Equipment:

• Sleeping bag and down jacket of your size (to be returned after the trek)
• Duffel bag, T shirt, cap and a trekking map 
• Trek completion certificate

     6. Permits:

• Annapurna Conservation Area entry permit

      7. Lifetime deposit:

• Book stress free. You can postpone and reschedule without losing your deposit

      8. Emergency Evacuation:

• Emergency evacuation arrangement (insurance is required)

In Kathmandu and Pokhara, you will stay in standard hotels with breakfast included. Along the trekking routes, you stay in teahouses/lodges that generally provide basic clean facilities with a mattress and a quilt or blanket. Accommodation are on a twin sharing basis. The accommodation in lodges in trekking routes can be single and double rooms, or a dormitory. The toilets in tea houses provide essential and basic facilities and are always outside the room. Single supplement will be provided on request and will cost an additional and depend upon availability. Although single rooms are readily available in Kathmandu/Pokhara and the trekking regions at lower elevation, it might be difficult to find them at higher elevations. Hotels in Kathmandu/Pokhara can be upgraded in an additional cost.

In Kathmandu/Pokhara breakfast, welcome dinner and farewell dinner are provided. While on trekking, we provide breakfast, lunch and dinner. Usually, each day dinner and breakfast will be at  teahouses/lodges where you will stay and lunch will be on the way. We make it sure that the food is hygienic and at the same time suits your palate. Foods cooked in lodges and guesthouses on the way are pasta, tuna bakes, noodles, potatoes, eggs, daal bhat (rice and lentils), bread, soup, fresh vegetables (variety depends on the season) and even some desserts like apple pies, pancakes, and some interesting attempts at custard. You will find a lot of garlic on the menu because it assists with acclimatization. In many larger villages you may find some meat items on the menu. You can always find hot chocolate, tea, and hot lemon drinks, as well as soft drinks, and treats like chocolate and crisps.

The spring time from March to May and the Autumn months from September to November is considered the best months for Mardi Himal and Natural Hot Spring Trek.

Anyone who is fit and healthy and have a habit of walking for few of hours a day can do this trek. However walking in higher altitudes is more physically demanding than walking in lower altitudes. Exercising and jogging regularly for some weeks prior to the trip is a good idea to enhance your stamina. Participants with pre-existing medical conditions such as heart, lungs and blood diseases are required to consult their doctor before taking the trip. It is also advised that you inform Eve Holidays about the medical condition before booking the trek.

All of Eve Holidays trekking itineraries are planned keeping in mind the risk of Acute Mountain Sickness (AMS). Going up at higher altitude too fast causes a medical condition called AMS which is serious enough to kill if neglected. We are well aware that it is essential to allow you sufficient time for acclimatization to minimize the risk. However it is important to remember that some people are more vulnerable than others. So we suggest to avoid alcohol and drink enough water and get good night sleep during the trek.