Nepal
Mardi Himal Base Camp Trek Itinerary: Day-by-Day Guide (7 Days)
Duration
7
Max Altitude
4,500 m
Group Size
2-12
Difficulty
easy
Trip Starts
Kathmandu
Trip Ends
Kathmandu
Meals
BLD
Accommodation
Hotel and Tea houses
Overview
Planning a trip to the Mardi Himal Base Camp? This trek is one of Nepal's best-kept secrets — shorter than the popular Annapurna and Everest treks, but just as scenic. In about a week, you'll walk through rhododendron forests, sleep in cozy mountain teahouses, and wake up to sunrise views of the Annapurna range and Machapuchare (Fishtail) peak. Below is a simple, day-by-day breakdown anyone can follow — no trekking experience needed to understand it.
Highlights
- Sunrise at Base Camp (4,500 m) — up-close views of Machapuchare (Fishtail), Annapurna I, Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli lighting up gold at dawn
- Off-the-beaten-path feel — far fewer crowds than Annapurna Base Camp or Everest Base Camp, despite similarly stunning scenery
Day-by-Day Itinerary
7 daysYou'll travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara, either by a scenic 6–7 hour drive or a quick 25-minute flight. Pokhara is a relaxed lakeside city and your last stop with hotels, cafes, and shops before the trek begins. Spend the evening resting by Phewa Lake and picking up any last-minute gear.
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