Mardi Himal Climbing
Mardi Himal Climbing
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Mardi Himal is considered to be an ideal introduction to mountaineering in the high Himalaya, particularly if you have limited time available. No previous experience of high altitudes is necessary, as every precaution will be taken to ensure gradual and thorough acclimatization during the trek to the mountain.
Although Mardi Himal is the shortest and probably the easiest of our expeditions in Nepal, to maximize both your enjoyment and your chances of success, you need. A major benefit of Mardi Himal is the ability to climb it in a round trip of a little over 2 weeks. It therefore makes a visit to the Himalaya a real possibility for those who hitherto have not been able to find the time to join a longer expedition.This peak is located in the east of the Modi Khola, across the valley from Hiunchuli. It is separated from Machhapuchhre ridge by a col. and usual route of ascent reaches this col (about 5,200m. /17,060 ft.) and reaches the summit via a route on its east flank. Although the mountain rises above the entrance to the Annapurna sanctuary it is not often visited. The trek reaches and then follows the Mardi Khola for 2 days before turning and climbing the ridge line for 3 more days before reaching base camp around 4,100 m. /13,451 ft.

Itinerary:

Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu, transfer to Hotel and welcome dinner
Day 02: Stay in Kathmandu for the official procedure
Day 03: By Bus: Kathmandu – Pokhara and transfer to Hotel
Day 04: Drive to Phedi. Trek to Pothana
Day 05: Pothana – Forest camp
Day 06: Forest Camp – Bhaisi Kharka
Day 07: Bhaisi Kharka – Mardi Base camp
Day 08: Base Camp – High Camp
Day 09: High Camp - Summit Mardi Himal. Back to base camp
Day 10: Base Camp – Forest Camp
Day 11: Forest Camp – Siding village
Day 12: Siding Village – Mardi Pul
Day 13: Mardi Pul – Hyanja. Drive out to Pokhara
Day 14: By Bus / Plane: Pokhara – Kathmandu
Day 15: Free day in Kathmandu
Day 16: Departure