Trip facts of 11 Days Ghorepani Poonhill Trek with Mardi Himal
Destination
Nepal/ Annapurna
Duration
11 Days
Trip Grade
Moderate
Activities
Tour and Trek
Accommodation
Hotels / Tea House
Food
Breakfast /Lunch /Dinner
Best Season
Sept to Nov / Mar to May
Max.altitude
3,210m
Transportation
Drive/ Flight
Group Size
1 to 14++
11 Days Ghorepani Poonhill Trek with Mardi Himal
- Day 1: Arrival in Nepal and Transfer to Hotel (1300m)
- Day 2: Drive or Flight from Kathmandu or Lumbini to Pokhara (800m) (200Km, 7 Hrs drive or 30 min flight)
- Day 3: Drive from Pokhara to Ulleri and trek to Ghorepani (2850m) (55Km drive – 3½ Hrs and 12Km trek – 5 Hrs)
- Day 4: Early morning hike to Poon Hill (3210m) and trek to Tadapani (2600m) (10Km, 6 Hrs)
- Day 5: Trek from Tadapani to Landruk (1600m) via Ghandruk (1990m) (9Km, 5 Hrs)
- Day 6: Trek from Landruk to Forest Camp (2600m) (6Km, 5 Hrs)
- Day 7: Trek from Forest Camp to High Camp (3550m) (9Km, 5 Hrs)
- Day 8: Trek from High Camp to Mardi Himal Base Camp (MHBC) (4,500m) and back to High Camp (Day Hike)
- Day 9: Trek from High Camp to Siding (1280m) and drive to Pokhara (8Km trek – 4 Hrs and 40Km drive – 2½ Hrs)
- Day 10: Drive or Flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu or Lumbini (200Km, 7 Hrs drive or 30 min flight)
- Day 11: Departure from Nepal or follow your next trip
11 Days Ghorepani Poonhill Trek with Mardi Himal Summary
The 11 Days Ghorepani Poonhill Trek with Mardi Himal offers a spectacular journey through the Annapurna region, combining the classic Ghorepani Poon Hill sunrise trek with the serene wilderness of the Mardi Himal Base Camp adventure. Beginning with lush forests and Gurung villages, this Annapurna short and scenic trek takes you from the popular sunrise point at Poon Hill to the less-trodden trails of Mardi Himal. The trek from Poonhill to Mardi Himal offers diverse landscapes, panoramic views of Annapurna and Machapuchare, and a rewarding mix of cultural and natural beauty.
Include Exclude in 11 Days Ghorepani Poonhill Trek with Mardi Himal
What’s Included
- Transport I: Airport pick-up and drop in Kathmandu, Pokhara, or Lumbini, with private vehicle
- Accommodation: Hotel accommodation in Kathmandu, Pokhara, or Lumbini (based on the itinerary), including breakfast
- Documents: All required trekking permits (ACAP and TIMS), official documents, paperwork, office service charges, and government taxes
- Transport II: Transportation between Kathmandu or Lumbini to Pokhara (round trip) is arranged as per the itinerary, either by tourist bus, private vehicle, or plane
- Transport III: Transportation from Pokhara to the trek start point and back from the trek end point according to the itinerary
- Guide: Experience trekking guide
- Porters: One porter will be provided for every two trekkers
- Duffel Bag: If you need a duffel bag, please let us know before booking the trip and remind us after you arrive
- Trekking Map: A trekking route map for the group leader
- Food and Accommodation: Food and accommodation during the trek in tea houses (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- Nepali Dinner: A farewell dinner at a traditional Nepali restaurant
What’s Excluded
- Flight ticket: International flight tickets and airport tax
- Nepal visa: You can get your Nepal visa upon arrival at the airport
- City Lunch: Lunch and dinner in Kathmandu / Pokhara / Lumbini
- City tour: city tour with a vehicle and entry fees for visiting UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- Personal expenses: like laundry, phone calls, snacks, drinks, bar bills, and camera battery charging
- Travel Insurance: It should cover emergency evacuation if needed, while trekking to the highest point listed in the itinerary
- Trekking Equipment: Personal trekking gears for your comfort and safety
- Transport IV: Local jeep or bus transport during the trek (if needed but not mentioned in the itinerary)
- Tips and Gifts: Tips for guides, porters, drivers and related staff during trip
