Day 12,100 m4–5 hrs
Kande to Deurali via Pothana
Drive from Pokhara to Kande and begin the trek through Pothana village. Continue through the forest to Deurali, enjoying beautiful views of the Annapurna and surrounding mountains.
Highlights
- Mardi Himal Base Camp
- High Camp at 3,550 m
- Low Camp at 2,900 m
- Deurali at 2,100 m
- Rhododendron forests
- Panoramic Annapurna Himalaya views
Itinerary
Day 22,900 m6–7 hrs
Deurali to Low Camp
Trek north from Deurali along the ridgeline through peaceful rhododendron forests. The trail gradually climbs toward Low Camp with spectacular views of the Annapurna Himalaya.
Day 33,550 m6–7 hrs
Low Camp to High Camp
Continue uphill from Low Camp toward High Camp. The forest gradually gives way to open mountain landscapes, bringing you closer to the spectacular high-altitude scenery of the Mardi region.
Day 44,500 m6–7 hrs
High Camp to Mardi Base Camp and Siding
Explore Mardi Base Camp at 4,500 m and experience magnificent close-range views of the surrounding mountains. After exploring the high-altitude landscape, descend toward Siding village.
Day 51,750 mDrive
Siding to Pokhara
Complete the Mardi Himal adventure and return toward Pokhara by private jeep, following the valley and Mardi River through warmer landscapes and local villages.