Cost Details

Kathmandu → Mardi Himal Trek → Kathmandu: ₹74,999 per person

Add-On Travel

• Pune to Pune (Train/Flight): Available on request

• Mumbai to Mumbai (Train/Flight): Available on request

Add-ons

• Couple room upgrade at Kathmandu/Pokhara

• Private transport upgrade

• Porter service

• Premium travel insurance

• Extra acclimatization day

• Domestic flight upgrade between Kathmandu and Pokhara

Call 9422863596 for early-bird discounts, group offers and private batch customization.

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Itinerary

Day 1 | Arrival in Kathmandu

Welcome to Nepal

• Arrive at Tribhuvan International Airport, Kathmandu.

• Meet the Adventure Club Pune representative and transfer to your hotel.

• Complete hotel check-in and registration.

• Rest and recover from your journey.

• Attend the pre-trek briefing covering the itinerary, permits, safety guidelines, weather conditions and altitude-related precautions.

• Complete the final equipment check with your Trek Leader.

• If time permits, explore the nearby streets of Thamel.

Meals

• Dinner

Stay

• Hotel in Kathmandu

Trek Details

• Kathmandu Altitude: Approx. 1,350 m / 4,430 ft

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Day 2 | Kathmandu – Pokhara

Journey to the Annapurna Region

• Early morning breakfast at the hotel.

• Travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara by tourist bus / private vehicle.

• Enjoy scenic views of Nepal's hills, rivers, terraced farms and mountain villages.

• Arrive in Pokhara and check into the hotel.

• Relax and prepare for the upcoming trek.

• In the evening, explore the famous Lakeside area or enjoy views of Phewa Lake.

• Attend a final trek briefing and equipment check if required.

Meals

• Breakfast

• Lunch

• Dinner

Stay

• Hotel in Pokhara

Travel Details

• Kathmandu Altitude: Approx. 1,350 m / 4,430 ft

• Pokhara Altitude: Approx. 825 m / 2,700 ft

• Road Distance: Approx. 200 km

• Travel Duration: Approx. 6–8 Hours

Note: Road travel time in Nepal can vary considerably depending on traffic, weather and road conditions.

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Day 3 | Pokhara – Kande – Australian Camp – Pothana – Deurali

Begin the Mardi Himal Trek

• Early morning breakfast at the hotel.

• Drive from Pokhara towards Kande, the traditional starting point of the Mardi Himal trek.

• Begin trekking through stone steps, forest trails and traditional mountain settlements.

• Pass through Australian Camp, offering the first magnificent views of the Annapurna range.

• Continue towards Pothana, a beautiful Gurung settlement.

• Walk through rhododendron and oak forests.

• Continue gradually towards Pitam Deurali, where the Mardi Himal trail branches away from the main Annapurna route.

• Reach Deurali and relax for the evening.

Meals

• Breakfast

• Lunch

• Dinner

Stay

• Tea House at Deurali

Trek Details

• Kande Altitude: Approx. 1,770 m / 5,810 ft

• Australian Camp: Approx. 2,060 m / 6,760 ft

• Pothana: Approx. 1,890 m / 6,200 ft

• Deurali: Approx. 2,100 m / 6,890 ft

• Drive from Pokhara to Kande: Approx. 1–1.5 Hours

• Trek Distance: Approx. 6 KM

• Trek Duration: Approx. 3–4 Hours

The Kande → Pitam Deurali section is part of the established Mardi Himal route used by current Nepal operators.

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Day 4 | Deurali – Forest Camp

Through the Rhododendron Forests

• Enjoy breakfast at the tea house.

• Enter the beautiful rhododendron and oak forests of the Mardi Himal region.

• Follow a peaceful forest trail with gradual elevation gain.

• Cross small streams and forest clearings.

• Enjoy the changing Himalayan vegetation as you gain altitude.

• Reach Forest Camp by afternoon.

• Relax at the tea house and enjoy the peaceful mountain surroundings.

Meals

• Breakfast

• Lunch

• Dinner

Stay

• Tea House at Forest Camp

Trek Details

• Deurali Altitude: Approx. 2,100 m / 6,890 ft

• Forest Camp Altitude: Approx. 2,550 m / 8,365 ft

• Trek Distance: Approx. 7 KM

• Trek Duration: Approx. 4–5 Hours

The current Mardi Himal specialist itinerary places Forest Camp at approximately 2,520–2,550 m and describes this as a 4–5 hour forest section.

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Day 5 | Forest Camp – Low Camp

First Himalayan Mountain Views

• Early morning breakfast.

• Continue climbing through dense rhododendron and mountain forests.

• As the forest begins to thin, enjoy the first clear views of Annapurna South and Hiunchuli.

• Pass through Rest Camp and continue towards Low Camp.

• Gradually gain altitude while enjoying increasingly spectacular mountain views.

• Reach Low Camp and check into the tea house.

• Spend the afternoon relaxing and allowing your body to adjust to the increasing altitude.

• Enjoy sunset views over the Himalayan range, weather permitting.

Meals

• Breakfast

• Lunch

• Dinner

Stay

• Tea House at Low Camp

Trek Details

• Forest Camp Altitude: Approx. 2,550 m / 8,365 ft

• Low Camp Altitude: Approx. 2,985 m / 9,790 ft

• Trek Distance: Approx. 5 KM

• Trek Duration: Approx. 4–5 Hours

A shorter Low Camp day is deliberately used by current Mardi Himal operators to allow better acclimatization before the higher ridge sections.

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Day 6 | Low Camp – Badal Danda – High Camp

The Spectacular Mardi Ridge

• Early morning breakfast.

• Begin the trek towards Badal Danda, also known as the Cloud Ridge.

• Continue along the spectacular open ridge with increasingly dramatic views.

• The forest gradually disappears as the trail reaches alpine terrain.

• Enjoy panoramic views of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna South and Hiunchuli.

• Continue along the ridge towards High Camp.

• Reach High Camp and check into the tea house.

• Rest and prepare for the early-morning ascent towards the Mardi Himal Upper Viewpoint.

Meals

• Breakfast

• Lunch

• Dinner

Stay

• Tea House at High Camp

Trek Details

• Low Camp Altitude: Approx. 2,985 m / 9,790 ft

• Badal Danda Altitude: Approx. 3,210 m / 10,530 ft

• High Camp Altitude: Approx. 3,580 m / 11,745 ft

• Trek Distance: Approx. 5 KM

• Trek Duration: Approx. 4–5 Hours

The Low Camp → Badal Danda → High Camp ridge is a standard part of the current Mardi Himal route.

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Day 7 | High Camp – Mardi Himal Upper Viewpoint – High Camp – Low Camp / Siding

The Highlight of the Mardi Himal Trek

• Begin the day before sunrise.

• Have a light breakfast and start the ascent with headlamps.

• Trek along the high-altitude ridge towards the Mardi Himal Upper Viewpoint.

• The trail becomes steeper and more exposed as you gain altitude.

• Reach the Upper Viewpoint at approximately 4,200 m, subject to weather and trail conditions.

• Enjoy spectacular sunrise and panoramic views of Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), Annapurna South, Hiunchuli, Annapurna I and the surrounding Himalayan peaks.

• Spend time at the viewpoint and capture unforgettable photographs.

• Begin the descent back towards High Camp.

• Continue descending through Low Camp towards Siding, depending on weather, trail and group conditions.

• Reach Siding and rest for the night.

Meals

• Breakfast

• Packed Lunch

• Dinner

Stay

• Tea House / Homestay at Siding

Trek Details

• High Camp Altitude: Approx. 3,580 m / 11,745 ft

• Mardi Himal Upper Viewpoint: Approx. 4,200 m / 13,780 ft

• Siding Altitude: Approx. 1,800–1,860 m / 5,900–6,100 ft

• Trek Distance: Approx. 12 KM

• Trek Duration: Approx. 7–8 Hours

• Difficulty: Challenging

Important: This is the longest and most demanding day of the trek. The exact highest point reached may vary depending on weather, snowfall, trail conditions and the safety assessment of the Trek Leader/local guide.

The current Mardi Himal specialist itinerary identifies this as the hardest day, with approximately 7–8 hours of walking and a descent of more than 2,000 vertical metres after reaching the Upper Viewpoint.

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Day 8 | Siding – Pokhara

Return to the Lakeside City

• Breakfast at the tea house.

• Complete the final short trekking section through traditional Gurung settlements and terraced fields.

• Board the local/private vehicle from the roadhead.

• Drive towards Pokhara.

• Arrive in Pokhara and check into the hotel.

• Relax after completing the Mardi Himal Trek.

• Enjoy a hot shower and free time around Lakeside.

• Celebrate the successful completion of the expedition with your fellow trekkers.

Meals

• Breakfast

• Lunch

• Dinner

Stay

• Hotel in Pokhara

Trek & Travel Details

• Siding Altitude: Approx. 1,800 m

• Drive to Pokhara: Approx. 3 Hours

• Pokhara Altitude: Approx. 825 m / 2,700 ft

Current Mardi Himal operators use Siding as a standard exit point before returning to Pokhara.

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Day 9 | Pokhara – Kathmandu & Departure

Return to Kathmandu

• Early morning breakfast.

• Travel from Pokhara to Kathmandu by tourist bus / private vehicle.

• Enjoy the scenic journey through Nepal's hills and river valleys.

• Arrive in Kathmandu.

• Depending on your flight schedule, transfer to Tribhuvan International Airport.

Meals

• Breakfast

• Lunch

Travel Details

• Pokhara Altitude: Approx. 825 m / 2,700 ft

• Kathmandu Altitude: Approx. 1,350 m / 4,430 ft

• Road Journey: Approx. 6–8 Hours

Important: Participants booking onward international flights should maintain adequate time between the scheduled arrival in Kathmandu and their flight because road travel in Nepal can be affected by traffic, weather and road conditions.

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Tour Ends

Your Mardi Himal Trek concludes with breathtaking Himalayan views, unforgettable ridge walks and the satisfaction of reaching one of Nepal's most spectacular high-altitude viewpoints.

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Things to Carry

Mandatory

• Valid Government Photo ID / Passport as applicable

• Original and photocopy of required travel documents

• Trekking Shoes with Good Grip

• Backpack (40–50 L) with Rain Cover

• Day Backpack

• Water Bottles / Hydration Bladder – Minimum 2 Litres

• Headlamp / Torch with Extra Batteries

• Personal Medicines

• Basic Toiletries

• Sunglasses

• Personal First-Aid Essentials

Recommended

• Down / Warm Jacket

• Thermal Innerwear

• Quick-Dry T-Shirts & Trek Pants

• Fleece Jacket / Sweater

• Woollen Cap & Sun Cap

• Waterproof Gloves

• UV-Protected Sunglasses

• Sunscreen SPF 50+ & Lip Balm

• Trekking Pole

• Power Bank

• Energy Bars / Dry Fruits / Electrolytes

• Lightweight Raincoat / Poncho

• Extra Pair of Socks

• Waterproof Bags / Ziplock Bags

• Small Personal Lock

• Reusable Water Bottle

• Neck Warmer / Buff

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Important Notes

• Mardi Himal Trek is a moderate to challenging Himalayan trek involving steep ascents, descents, uneven terrain and high-altitude ridge walking.

• The highest commonly visited point on the standard route is the Mardi Himal Upper Viewpoint at approximately 4,200 m / 13,780 ft. Some operators refer to the higher Mardi Himal Base Camp region as approximately 4,450–4,500 m; the exact point reached may depend on trail and weather conditions.

• The final ascent from High Camp towards the Upper Viewpoint is the most demanding section of the trek.

• Participants should have good physical fitness and be comfortable walking approximately 4–8 hours per day.

• Previous trekking experience is recommended but not mandatory for physically fit participants.

• Weather conditions can change rapidly, particularly around High Camp and the upper ridge.

• The upper trail may become snowy, icy or slippery depending on the season.

• Good-quality trekking shoes with proper grip are mandatory.

• Tea-house accommodation at higher altitudes is basic and facilities may vary from one location to another.

• Private rooms may not always be available at higher-altitude tea houses during peak trekking seasons.

• Charging facilities may be limited and may be chargeable.

• Mobile network and internet connectivity may be limited or unavailable in certain sections.

• There are limited medical facilities along the higher sections of the route.

• Carry sufficient Nepalese currency before leaving Pokhara for personal expenses during the trek.

• All trekking distances, durations and altitudes are approximate and may vary according to trail, weather and local conditions.

• The itinerary may be modified by the Trek Leader/local trekking team for participant safety and operational requirements.

• Participants must carry all required identification and permit documents as instructed before departure.

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Safety & Risk Awareness

Participant safety is the highest priority at Adventure Club Pune.

The Mardi Himal Trek is conducted with experienced Trek Leaders/local trekking guides, route planning, weather monitoring and basic emergency preparedness.

However, Himalayan trekking involves inherent risks that cannot be completely eliminated, including:

• Slips, trips and falls

• Steep ascents and descents

• Uneven and rocky terrain

• High-altitude sickness

• Snow and ice

• Sudden weather changes

• Strong winds

• Landslides and falling rocks

• Limited medical facilities

• Delayed emergency access

• Road-related risks during transportation

• Natural hazards beyond reasonable control

All participants must follow the instructions of the Trek Leader and local guide throughout the expedition.

Safety-related decisions taken by the Trek Leader/local trekking team shall be final and binding.

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Rules & Regulations

• Consumption of alcohol, smoking or intoxicating substances is strictly prohibited during the trekking expedition.

• Participants found under the influence of intoxicating substances may be removed from the expedition without refund.

• Participants must strictly follow the instructions of the Trek Leader and local guide.

• Participants must not independently leave the designated trekking route without informing the Trek Leader/local guide.

• Littering is strictly prohibited. Participants must help protect the Himalayan environment.

• Respect local communities, customs, religious places, wildlife and fellow trekkers.

• Loud music, shouting or disruptive behaviour at tea houses, villages, campsites or forest areas is not permitted.

• Any misconduct, harassment, abusive behaviour or actions affecting the safety or comfort of other participants may result in removal from the expedition without refund.

• Adventure Club Pune provides basic first aid and emergency coordination; however, medical treatment, evacuation, rescue, hospitalization and related transportation expenses shall be borne by the participant and/or their insurer unless specifically covered under the package inclusions.

• Participants should avoid carrying unnecessary valuables. Adventure Club Pune shall not be responsible for loss, theft or damage to personal belongings.

• Damaging local property, trekking infrastructure, forest areas or wildlife is strictly prohibited.

• Travel and medical insurance covering high-altitude trekking and emergency evacuation is strongly recommended.

• The organizer may modify the itinerary if required because of weather, trail conditions, road closures, government regulations, medical emergencies or other circumstances beyond reasonable control.

• Himalayan tea-house accommodation is basic and facilities may vary from one location to another.

• Meals during the trek are simple, freshly prepared and suitable for trekking conditions.

• A dedicated WhatsApp coordination group may be created approximately 24–48 hours before departure for important updates.

• Pickup points, reporting times and transportation schedules may change due to operational requirements.

• By registering for the expedition, participants confirm that they have read, understood and agreed to the Adventure Club Pune Terms & Conditions.

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Health & Fitness Declaration

By registering for the expedition, participants confirm that:

• They are voluntarily participating in the trek.

• They are physically and mentally fit for multi-day Himalayan trekking.

• They will disclose relevant medical conditions, allergies, injuries and medication requirements before the expedition.

• They understand that the trek reaches approximately 4,200 m and involves substantial altitude gain.

• They understand that altitude-related illness can occur even in physically fit individuals.

• They agree to immediately inform the Trek Leader/local guide if they experience symptoms such as severe headache, dizziness, unusual breathlessness, vomiting, confusion or extreme weakness.

• They understand that the Trek Leader/local guide may modify, shorten or terminate their trek if continuing is considered unsafe.

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Participant Consent & Assumption of Risk

Participation in the Mardi Himal Trek is entirely voluntary.

Adventure Club Pune undertakes reasonable measures to organize the expedition safely through experienced Trek Leaders/local guides, route planning, transportation coordination and emergency preparedness.

However, Himalayan trekking involves inherent risks, including but not limited to:

• Slips, trips and falls

• Minor or major injuries

• High-altitude sickness

• Steep and uneven mountain terrain

• Rocky trails and loose stones

• Snow, rain and extreme weather

• Suspension bridges and stream crossings

• Landslides and falling rocks

• Road-related delays or incidents during transportation

• Delayed access to medical facilities

• Natural hazards and other circumstances beyond reasonable control

By booking and participating in the expedition, participants acknowledge these inherent risks and voluntarily assume responsibility for their participation.

Adventure Club Pune shall not be liable for incidents arising from:

• Failure to follow Trek Leader/local guide instructions

• Concealment of relevant medical conditions

• Negligent or reckless actions by participants

• Altitude-related complications

• Natural events beyond reasonable control

• Violation of expedition guidelines

Nothing in this declaration shall limit liability arising from proven gross negligence or willful misconduct on the part of the organizer.

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Travel & Medical Insurance

Participants are strongly encouraged to obtain comprehensive travel, medical, personal accident and high-altitude trekking insurance before joining the expedition.

The insurance should preferably include:

• High-altitude trekking

• Emergency medical treatment

• Emergency evacuation

• Helicopter evacuation where applicable

• Trip interruption/cancellation

• Baggage loss or delay

Unless specifically mentioned under the package inclusions, Adventure Club Pune does not provide individual insurance coverage.

Any expenses relating to medical treatment, rescue, evacuation, hospitalization, transportation, insurance claims or personal emergencies shall be borne by the participant and/or their insurer.

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Weather, Natural Conditions & Force Majeure

Adventure Club Pune and its local trekking partners reserve the right to modify, postpone, reroute, reschedule or cancel any part of the expedition when required for participant safety.

This may become necessary because of:

• Heavy rainfall

• Snowfall

• Landslides

• Avalanches

• Flash floods

• Road closures

• Trail closures

• Government restrictions

• Local authority instructions

• Political disturbances

• Vehicle breakdown

• Natural calamities

• Medical emergencies

• Severe weather

• Any other unavoidable circumstances

The decision of the Trek Leader/local trekking team regarding participant safety shall be final.

Additional costs arising from unavoidable changes, rescue, evacuation, accommodation, transportation or other emergency arrangements shall be handled as per the applicable Adventure Club Pune Terms & Conditions.

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Cancellation, Refund & Rescheduling Policy

We understand that travel plans may change due to personal, professional, medical or unforeseen circumstances.

Cancellation, refund, rescheduling, transfer and voucher requests will be governed by the official Adventure Club Pune Terms & Conditions.

Participants are requested to carefully review the complete policy before confirming their booking.

Terms & Conditions:
https://www.adventureclubpune.com/terms-and-conditions

By proceeding with the booking and payment, participants acknowledge that they have read, understood and agreed to the applicable cancellation, refund, rescheduling and booking policies published on the official Adventure Club Pune website.

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Booking Confirmation Declaration

By proceeding with the booking and payment, participants confirm that:

• They have read and understood the itinerary, inclusions, exclusions and expedition guidelines.

• They understand that Himalayan trekking is an adventure activity involving inherent risks.

• They understand that the expedition reaches approximately 4,200 m and involves significant altitude gain.

• They are physically and medically fit to participate.

• They have disclosed relevant medical conditions, allergies, injuries or medication requirements.

• They agree to follow all safety instructions and decisions of the Trek Leader/local guide.

• They voluntarily participate in the expedition.

• They understand that itinerary, transportation and accommodation may change due to weather, road, trail, government or safety conditions.

• They agree to the Adventure Club Pune Terms & Conditions, Cancellation Policy and Participant Consent Declaration.