20/01/2019
Mardi Himal Trekking and Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour is probably one of the best short trekking in Nepal. The 10 days Mardi Himal Trek also includes visiting of Chitwan National Park- the animal heritage of Nepal. Mardi Himal is a newly opened trekking route in famous Annapurna Trekking region. The stunning trekking offers to collect the superb views of Mardi Himal, Machapuchre aka Fishtail, Annapurna South and Hinchuli. Base on the teahouse mode, Mardi Himal trekking certainly the trek to choose to get the close-up views of whole Annapurna ranges. Likewise, the Mardi Himal trekking route, offers to experience the local life, the local foods and to explore the local cultures. Similarly, Mardi Himal Trekking trail is relatively unspoiled trekking route of Nepal, and equally fantastic trekking route like other trekking routes of Annapurna.
And the addition of Chitwan National Park Jungle Safari, after the trekking adds even more fun and excitement in the trekking. An UNESCO World Heritage listed site, Chitwan National Park is the best place to see one-horned rhinoceros and other wildlife. Bird watching is another attraction of Chitwan as more than 650 species of the birds are recorded inside the National Park. Furthermore, the jungle safari inside the national park, the typical cultural program of ethnic Tharu people, the canoeing are other attractions of Chitwan National Park.
Therefore, if you are thinking of a single trip which includes, trekking in the Nepal mountains and exploration of the wildlife then, Mardi Himal Trekking with Chitwan Jungle Safari is the best fit.
Highlights of Mardi Himal Trekking and Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour
Newly opened trail in Annapurna Trekking Region.
Short and best trekking to get the close-up views of Himalayas, including Annapurna South, Mardi, Machhapuchre aka Fishtail and Hinchuli.
Experiencing the local lives and the local foods
Visit Pokhara City- The city of Lakes.
Exploration of Chitwan National Park
The best season to trek Mardi Himal and to do Chitwan Jungle Safari
Autumn (Mid-September to November) and Spring (March-May) are the best months to trek Mardi Himal.
What is the maximum altitude that a trekker gain during Mardi Himal Trekking?
The maximum altitude of the Mardi Himal trekking is 4500m. above from the sea level at Mardi Himal High Camp.
What is the trekking route of Mardi Himal looks like?
The Mardi Himal Trekking routes includes the combination of Uphill and downhills.
What should you do before going Mardi Himal Trekking?
The Mardi Himal Trekking is not a hard trekking, still it is better to some work out and short hikes.
What is the teahouses status of Mardi Himal Trekking route?
The teahouse of Mardi Himal Trekking route is basic and offer needed essential for the trekkers.
Itinerary
Day 01: Arrival in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel. (1334m.).
Upon your arrival in Kathmandu airport, our representative will welcome and will transfer you to the hotel. In the free time take a good rest.
Airport to hotel driving time: – 20 minutes to 45 minutes (Depending upon the time and traffic conditions).
Day 02: Drive to Pokhara (6-7 hours/ 200km. approx.).
6:15 am: Breakfast
7:00 am: Start your driving to Pokhara.
1:00 am: Lunch on the way.
3:00 pm: Arrival in Pokhara Tourist bus park and transfer to the hotel.
3:30 pm onwards: Short walking around Phewa Lake and enjoy the sunset from Phewa Lake beach.
After the breakfast, you will drive to Pokhara, the driving includes passing of local villages, green hills and Trishuli river.
Meals: Breakfast Included.
Day 03: Drive to Kande (1-hour drive) and trek to Deurali (3-4 hours trek /2,125m.).
6:30 am: Breakfast
7:00 am: Drive to Kande
8:15 am: Start the trekking of Deurali.
12:00 pm: Lunch on the way.
2:00 pm: Arrive in Deuraili.
7:00 pm: Dinner
After the breakfast, you will first drive to Kande and from Kande you will further, trek to Deurali. The route to Deurali is relatively easy and soft. There are less teahouses in Deurali, and the teahouses will be arranged by our trekking leaders.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
Day 04: Trek to Mardi Himal Low Camp (4-5 hours trek/3,150m.).
7:00 am: Breakfast
8:00 am: Start the trekking
12:00 pm: Lunch on the way.
3:00 pm: Arrive in Low Camp.
7:00 pm: Dinner
The route to Low camp is mostly uphill and easy as well. The route combines passing of the rugged trails through the rhododendron. From the low camp, you can get the splendid views of Machhapuchre aka Fishtail. The overnight will be at a teahouse which have hot shower, wifi and electricity to charge the gadgets.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
Day 05: Trek to High Camp (5-6 hours trek/ 3,700m.)
7:00 am: Breakfast
8: 00 am: Start the trekking.
12:00 pm: Lunch on the way
3:00 pm: Arrive in high camp
7:00 pm: Dinner
The route to the high camp goes through the Mardi ridge. The trail offers the superb views of Mardi Himal, Fishtail and Annapurna South. Overnight will be at a local teahouse.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
Day 06: Trek to Mardi Himal Base Camp (4-5 hours trek /4,500m.) and trek to Siddhing (3-4 hours trek).
6:30 am: Breakfast
7:00 am: Start the trekking.
11:00 am: Lunch on the way.
12: 00 pm: Arrive at Mardi Himal Base Camp.
4:00 pm: Arrive Siddhing.
7:00 pm: Dinner.
The final destination, it takes approx. 4-5 hours to get to Mardi Himal Base Camp from high camp. The base camp offers the stunning views of mountains, cherish the moment, enjoy the views, then trek to Siddhing afterwards. The route to Siddhing is narrow and might be slippery too so extra concentration is needed while getting down.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
Day 07: Trek to Lumre (3 hours trek) and drive back to Pokhara (2 hours’ drive)
7:00 am: Breakfast
8:00 am: Start the trekking
11:00 am: Lunch
2:00 pm: Arrive in Pokhara.
You will first trek down to Lumre and from there with the jeep drive you will get back to Pokhara.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch Included
Day 08: Drive to Chitwan National Park (4-5 hours drive).
6:15 am: Breakfast
7:30 am: Start the drive to Chitwan National Park
12:00 pm: Lunch on the way to Chitwan.
2:30 pm: Arrive at Chitwan Tourist bus park and transfer to the hotel.
7:00 am: Tharu Cultural program
8:30 pm: Dinner
With an early morning bus, you will drive to Chitwan. In the evening, you will be enjoying the Tharu Cultural program performed by the local people.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner Included
Day 09: Chitwan National Park Exploration
7:00 am: Elephant back safari or Jeep Safari inside Chitwan National Park.
11:00 am: Lunch
12:00 pm: Canoeing on Budhi Rapti river and visit Elephant breeding center
2:00 pm: Jungle walk
4:00 pm: Village walk
6:00 pm: Back to the hotel.
8:00 pm: Dinner.
Explore Chitwan national park and get involved in the exciting activities. Spot the wildlife including one-horned rhinos and sight the birds.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Included
Day 10: Drive back to Kathmandu (6-7 hours’ drive)
6:00 am: Breakfast
7:30 am: Start the journey to Kathmandu.
1:00 pm: Lunch on the way
3:00 pm: Arrive in Kathmandu.
7: 00 am: Farewell dinner at traditional Nepali restaurant.
With an early morning, tourist bus you will drive back to Kathmandu. In the free time you can do some shopping in Kathmandu. Also, in the evening you will be joining a farewell dinner organized by our team.
Meals: Breakfast, and Dinner Included
Day 11: Drive to Kathmandu airport and fly back home.
Depending on your flight schedule, you will be transferred to the Kathmandu airport by our representative to catch your returning flight.
Meals: Breakfast Included
Cost Includes
Airport pick up drop off by a private vehicle
2 Nights hotel in Kathmandu at 3-star category hotel with breakfast in twin sharing basis
Transportation by tourist bus (Kathmandu-Pokhara, Pokhara-Chitwan and Chitwan-Kathmandu) by tourist bus
Transportation (Pokhara-Kande and Lumre-Pokhara) by a private vehicle
2 Nights hotel in Pokhara at 3-star category with breakfast in twin sharing basis
4 Nights teahouse accommodation during the trekking
2 Nights hotel in Chitwan in twin sharing basis
11 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 8 dinners
Entrance fees during the trekking and Chitwan Jungle safari tour
An experienced English-speaking guide and his all expenses during the trekking and tour including insurance
Porter (1 porter for 2 trekkers and carries 15-20 kgs.) and their all expenses including insurance
Trekking route map
Complimentary sleeping bag and down jackets (return after the trekking)
First aid kit
All the government taxes and service charges
Cost excludes
International airfare
Nepal visa fee
Travel insurance
Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu, Pokhara and on the way to Pokhara, Chitwan and Kathmandu
Extra nights accommodation in Pokhara, Kathmandu or in Chitwan in case of change of plans, unforeseen circumstances and other.
Personal expenses (WIFI, Device charging during the trekking, laundries, bar bills etc).
Tipping to the guide(s), porter(s) and driver (s)
Anything does not included in the cost.
Route Map
Mardi Himal Route Map
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