Annapurna balcony and Mardi Himal trekking

Description

The Annapurna balcony and Mardi Himal trek offers an unforgettable adventure in the heart of the majestic Himalayas. Combining exceptional panoramic views from the Annapurna balcony with the less-frequented exploration of the Mardi Himal, this route seduces trekking enthusiasts with its breathtaking scenery, lush forests and authentic encounters with the inhabitants of picturesque villages. Immerse yourself in the unique experience of a trek that combines wilderness and local culture.

Program

D1: Arrival in Kathmandu.
Arrival at Kathmandu airport and transfer to your hotel.

D2: Kathmandu - Nayapul - Birethanti (1050m).
Bus transfer to Nayapul, followed by a 30-minute walk to Birethanti. Check-in at the lodge.

D3: Birethanti - Ulleri (1600m).
Today the trail climbs gently towards Tikhe Dhunga, crossing a suspension bridge before the village. It's more of a climb than a hike, with over 3,000 steps up a steep stone staircase to the village of Ulleri.
Overnight in a lodge. 4 to 5 hours' walking.

D4: Ulleri - Ghorepani (2750m).
You have a pleasant day's walk through rhododendrons (Nepal's national flower) and oak forests. You enjoy beautiful views of Machapuchare, Hiun Chuli and South Annapurna. After lunch, the trail climbs steadily until we reach Ghorepani, a village of the Magar people. The mountains are visible from our accommodation.
Overnight in a lodge. 4 to 5 hours' walking.

D5: Ghorepani - Poon Hill (3210m) - Tadapani (2630m) - Ghandruk (1900m).
Early in the morning, a 45-minute walk through rhododendron forests to Poon Hill offers spectacular sunrise views of mountains such as Dhaulagiri, Tukuche Peak, Nilgiri, Baraha Shikhar, Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Annapurna III, Machapuchare, Annapurna IV, Annapurna II, Lamjung Himal. Then a 2-hour descent through a forest inhabited by Langur monkeys leads to the Gurung village of Ghandruk, with its beautiful dry-stone houses.
Overnight in a lodge. Approximately 7 hours' walking.

D6: Ghandrunk - Landruk (1565m) - Forest Camp (2600m).
Descend to cross the Modi Khola river at Kyumni (1300m), then, on the opposite bank, the path climbs steeply to reach Landruk, another beautiful Gurung village. The view of South Annapurna and Hiunchuli is superb. We leave the classic trail and walk through rhododendron forests towards Mardi Himal base camp.
Overnight in a lodge. 5 to 6 hours' walking.

D7: Forest Camp - Low Camp (2900m) - High Camp (3900m).
We continue through rhododendron forest to low camp, then reach the Nangge Danda ridge with extraordinary views of Annapurna, Machapuchare and Manaslu.
Overnight in a lodge. Approximately 5 hours' walking.

D8: High Camp - View Point (4450m) - High Camp (3900m).
Early in the morning, after breakfast, a climb of around 3 hours takes us to the Mardi Himal base camp. The walk takes place in a high mountain atmosphere, with splendid views of Annapurna South, Himchuli, Mardi Himal and Machapuchare.
Overnight in a lodge. Approximately 5 hours' walking.

D9: High Camp - Low Camp - Sidhing (1700m).
A beautiful descent, first along the ridge, then back into the rhododendron forest, in bloom in late March and early April.
Overnight in a lodge. Approximately 7 hours' walking.

D10: Sidhing - Lwang (1460m).
A beautiful descent takes us to Lwang, a beautiful Gurung village in the heart of the Nepalese hills. It's a wonderful opportunity to discover the village life dotted around the many rice terraces. In the distance, we can still see the snow-capped peaks of Annapurna.
Overnight in a lodge. Approximately 6 hours' walking.

D11: Lwang - Pokhara.
Our vehicle takes us to Pokhara (about 2-hour drive).
Overnight in a hotel.

The price includes

• Supervision by the experienced guide.
• Airport / hotel / airport transfers.
• Kathmandu / Nayapul trip in local bus.
• Lwang / Pokhara trip by private 4WD vehicle.
• Pokhara / Kathmandu trip by tourist bus.
• Hotel night in Pokhara (or similar) including breakfast.
• Insurance for the whole Nepalese team.
• Full board accomodation in lodge during the trekking (except drinks).
• Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP) license.
• TIMS (Trekking Information Management Service).
• 1 porter for 2 participants (according to the rules of the Nepalese porter's union, one porter carrying a maximum of 20kg, you will have to hire an extra porter if your luggage exceeds 10kg).

The price does not include

• Meals in Kathmandu.
• Meals in Pokhara.
• Hotel in Kathmandu.
• International flight.
• Personal equipment (sleeping bag, hiking poles, water bottle, backpack, sunglasses, sunscreen).
• Personal insurance (mandatory: check that your insurance covers you in case of accident, ie all medical expenses, the cost of a helicopter evacuation and repatriation to return home).
• Drinks.
• Visa for Nepal (check that your passport is valid for another 6 months after your return date).
• Transport for the visits in Kathmandu.
• Fees in the city (museum, monument, monastery etc.).
• Costs caused by exceptional events (road cut, landslide, general strike, bad weather, snow...) that can not be expected.
• Bank transfer fees.
• Tips.
• Anything not mentioned in "The price includes".

Any trip interrupted or abridged, any change of program at the request of the participants (accident, illness, mountain sickness, early return, trek abbreviated, etc.) can not give rise to any refund.

Accommodation

• In a lodge during the trek.
• In hotels in Kathmandu and Pokhara.

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