Mardi Himal Trek is a fabulous mountain walking holiday trip in the Annapurna Himalaya region of Nepal, located just east of one of Nepal’s most legendary trekking destinations, the Annapurna Base Camp. The Mardi Himal trek is like a delightful jewel for Himalayan walking enthusiasts. Few trekkers used to make their way to the Mardi Himal just a few years ago, but the route gained popularity shortly as it provides an outstandingly one-week-long trekking holiday trip to the base of the Mardi Himal. The journey to its most iconic Mount Machapuchhre, meaning “Fishtail” is a piece of cake, and everyone walking along its route can enjoy and rejoice. The trail goes along small, winding paths through enchanted rhododendron forests until you climb out of the forest at a height of around 3,300 meters. The scenery dramatically changes into a rugged towering peak and landscape, with amazing views of Mardi Himal, Machapuchre, Annapurna South, and Hiunchuli.
From High Camp (3700m; some maps incorrectly mention 3900 m), you can ascend to Mardi Himal Base Camp in about 3–4 hours, which offers spectacular close-up views of the complete Annapurna massive range. There are simple mountain trekking lodges and teahouses along the entire route to the Mardi Himal trek to cater to hundreds of trekkers every day in peak seasons.
