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Trip Overview

Ghorepani-Poon hill and Mardi Himal base camp trekking program is combined of two different popular trek and it is probably most tourist has visited destination in Nepal. This trip will give you a great opportunity to experience the local people’s lifestyle, flower and fauna of Nepal, magnificent view of Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Annapurna, Manaslu, Ganesh Himal, Langtang and many more snow peaks. Sunrise and Mountain View from Ghorepani - poon hill and mardi himal base camp trek will be unforgettable memory in your life. similarly, this is best trekking destination in Nepal for winter season and probably the best Christ max and new year 2026 holiday trek in Nepal.

The best time to go mardi himal base camp and poon hill is Januay to May and October to December. March-April is specially more beautiful with Rhododendron flower the national flower of Nepal. Poon Hill and Mardi Himal trekking 14 Days cost start from USD 980 to USD 1560 to per person depending on the number of pax booked. the total cost depends on group size and service included in package trip. the total price normally includes trekking permit, Annapurna conservation fee, poon hill entry fee, mardi himal entry fee, guide cost, porter cost, local transportation service, lodging and foods during the trekking. Kathmandu hotel, Pokhara hotel, Kathmandu to Pokhara and Pokhara to Kathmandu transportation service also includes as per cost in trekking package price.

Below is our day to day Itinerary of the Poon Hill – Mardi Himal - 14 Days.

Itineraries

Day 01

Arrival in Kathmandu

A representative from Guide for Nepal Pvt. Ltd. will heartily welcome to you in Tribhuvan international (TIA) airport 1370 meter from sea level in any time of your arrival and help you transfer to hotel at Thamel. Kathmandu is capital city of Nepal and it is normally busy during the day. It is about 15-25 minutes’ drive from airport to Thamel. It depends on your arrival time and traffic. You might have some time to explore Thamel or visit some important place in Kathmandu city and final preparation for Trekking from next day.

Day 02

Kathmandu to Pokhara

After breakfast in your hotel, you will start your journey to Pokhara 820 meter as per planned. It takes about 6-8 hours by tourist bus or private vehicle to reach Pokhara. It depends on road condition and traffic even Kathmandu to Pokhara is just 200 km far in road distance. all the tourist buses leave at 7 am from near Thamel. Flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara takes about 25 minutes and flight is available from 8:30 AM onwards hole day by few different domestic airlines. We have designed this program taking plane for time saving, comfort journey and especially beautiful scenery from plan. Pokhara is one of the most popular touristic places in Nepal. There are some nice places to visit in Pokhara if you have a free time. Panoramic view of hole Annapurna range, fishtail, Lamjung Himal is visible from your hotel at lakeside.

Day 3

Pokhara to Ulleri Village

After your breakfast at hotel, guide will arrange private jeep/car and Drive to Nayapul about one and half hours then Trek to Ulleri village 1960-meter 6/7 hours. Trek from Nayapul to ulleri walk throw local village following bhurundi khola after crossing modi khola and Annapurna conservation area check post at birethati. You can make your lunch break somewhere on the way.

Day 4

Ulleri Village to Ghorepani

Trek starts after breakfast as usual and from Ulleri village to Ghorepani 2860-meter walking 4-5 hours passing Banthati then walking throw mixed and rhododendron forest. Most of the trail is some step up and gradually uphill all the way to Ghorepani about 900-meter ascent in total.

Day 5

Ghorepani – Poon hill - Tadapani

Today you have to wake up early morning to see sunrise view and mountains view from poon hill 3210 meter. It takes 45 minutes to 1 hours all the way steps up to poon hill from ghorepani. After poon hill you back to hotel for breakfast and packing bag then trek to Tadapani 2630-meter walking 5-6 hours some ascending and descending throw mixed, rhododendron forest in step narrow trail.

Day 6

Tadapani to Ghandruk Village

Today is very short and easy Trek from Tadapani to Ghandruk village 1960-meter walking only 2-3 hours throw rhododendron and some mixed forest descending about 650-meter. You will finish your trek to Ghandruk village before lunch. Hole after noon can take rest/relax and short walk around Ghandruk village.

Day 7

Ghandruk to Forest Camp

Trek from Ghandruk village to forest camp 2550-meter is about 5-6 hours descending 400-500-meter to cross modi khola bridge and ascent about 1050-meter to reach forest camp. Trek starts after breakfast passing ghandruk village and landruk village then continue throw mixed forest until forest camp. Lunch break might be in landruk village or in other place on the way.

Day 8

Forest Camp to Badal Dada

Trek from forest camp to Badal danda 3200-meter take 4/5 hours slowly continue walking uphill throw rhododendron forest. Today’s total ascent is almost 650-meter and low camp will be better place for lunch break. Badal dada is first best view point in mardi Himal trek. You will have beautiful 360-degree view including Annapurna south, himchuli, mardi Himal, fishtail and other peaks.

Day 9

Badal Dada to High Camp

From Badal Dada to High camp 3660 meter is very short and easy trek maximum 2/3 hours. High camp is Last tea house for overnight sleep in Mardi Himal trek. So, every one stop here even trip finish before lunch time. eat and drink properly, stay warm and hydrated to keep your body fit to continue Mardi Himal base camp next day early morning.

Day 10

High Camp - Mardi Base Camp – Badal Dada

Be ready early morning at mentioned time with all warm equipment, flash light, take hot water if you have hot thermos bottle with you even you can buy tea/coffee or water on the way. hike to Mardi Himal base camp 4200 meter roughly take 3-4 hours ascending about 600 meter and same way back to high camp for lunch then trek down to Badal dada. Total trip can be 6-8 hours in average.

Day 11

Badal Dada to Pitam Deurali

Trek from Badal dada to Pitam Deurali 2050 meter is mostly downhill same way back until forest camp where you might make tea/lunch break then continue to pitam deurali. It is about 1100-meter descent walking throw rhododendron and some mixed forest hole time which normally take 5/6 hours.

Day 12

Pitam Deurali to Pokhara

Last day Trek from Pitam Deurali to Phedi is some easy and some step downhill 3-4 hours passing throw Dhampus Village and beautiful view of Annapurna two, Annapurna four, Lamjung Himal. Manaslu range can be visible in distance. Phedi to Pokhara is about 30-minute drive and afternoon is free in Lakeside, Pokhara.

Day 13

Pokhara to Kathmandu

You can have breakfast as program and be ready to back Kathmandu on time as per planned, drive 6-8 hours or fly 25 minutes.

Day 14

Back to home

If your flight time is late afternoon or evening, you can visit some place in Kathmandu your own or if you need help, we can provide guide and vehicle on extra charge. Otherwise, be ready at hotel on time as per your flight details to catch international flight. A Representative from Guide for Nepal Pvt Ltd will arrange transportation and drop you in Tribhuvan international (TIA) airport and good bye for this time wishing safe journey back to home.

 

Cost Includes:

• Arrival & Departure Transport By private Car/Van /Bus as per group size.
• Two-night hotel in Kathmandu in twin share bed room with breakfast.
• Two-night hotel in Pokhara in twin share bed room with breakfast.
• Eight-night normal accommodation in trek.
• Three meals, three cup of hot drinks during the trekking, (breakfast, lunch, dinner).
• Seasonal fresh fruits as dessert.
• Welcome drinks and farewell dinner.
• Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu Flight for clients and guide.
• Kathmandu-Pokhara-Kathmandu ground transportation for porter.
• Normal Accommodation in Tea House during the Trekking.
• Porter with Insurance. (01 Porter for 02 People).
• An English-Speaking Trekking Guide with Government Licensed Holder.
• Trekking starting and ending points by private jeep/van/Bus as per group size.
• Very basic First Aid kit.
• Sleeping bag and company duffel bag during the trek if need.
• Trekking permit (Annapurna Conservation fee). TIMS.
• Insurance for guide and porter.
• Accommodation, salary, food for guide and porter.

Cost Excludes:

• International Air fare.
• Nepal Visa fee.
• Extra activities in Kathmandu and Pokhara
• Your personal expenses.
• Drinks, Dessert, bar bill and extra food in trekking.
• Hot shower, hot water, battery charge, WIFI.
• Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu and Pokhara.
• Hotel in Kathmandu / Pokhara and all other expenses if you come early from trek.
• Hotel in Kathmandu / Pokhara and all other expenses if you stay longer than plan.
• All the expenses if you quit trip on half way.
• Your Travel Insurance and rescue for emergency case.
• Tipping for guide, porter and driver.
• All extra expenses as per unexpected situation (flight delay/cancelled, landslide, weather, strike).
• All the things which are not mentioned in included items.

Useful Information:

• Read about area where you are trekking soon.
• Read about weather forecast.
• Read about culture, religion.
• Make sure are you physically fit for trek/tour.
• Double check all the trekking equipment before you start trek.
• Make sure all gadget is ready/full charged and well dress before start birding tour.
• If you have brand new trekking boots, use at least few times before trek.
• Check your flight ticket, trekking permit and other necessary documents before start trek.
• Read and be clear with your program in details before you start your tour.
• Better ask permission before taking photograph of someone during the tour.
• Better not encourage street dog to follow you/group by giving food.
• Better not encourage children to beg by giving money/candy.
• Respect local culture.
• Listen your tour Guide.
• Follow rule and regulations while you are trekking in national park/conservation area.
• Eat and drink properly, stay hydrated, read your body and listen AMS alerts while you are in the mountain/trekking.
• Check your Guide and porter are also fit and fine or not.