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Annapurna Base Camp trek with Mardi Himal via poon Hill

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Max. Elevation
4500 m / 14763 ft
Group size
1- 20 pax
Level
Moderate
Transportation
All ground transportation as per itinerary
Best Season
Sept, Oct, Nov, March, April, May
Starts at / Ends at
Kathmandu / Kathmandu
Accomodation
3*** Hotel in Kathmandu and Pokhara on Bed/breakfast basis and Lodge / Tea House during trek
Meals
Breakfast in Kathmandu and Pokhara and all meals during the trek
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Highlights

  • Enjoy your free time by seeing some incredible Pokhara attractions including the World Peace Pagoda, David Fall, Phewa Lake, and International Mountaineering Museum.
  • Discover the beautiful landscapes, rhododendron woods, animals, fauna, terraced fields, and Gurung People's modest communities in the Annapurna region.
  • Experience breathtaking sunrises over the Dhaulagiri and Annapurna ranges from the Poonhill viewpoint.
  • Explore Jhinu Danda's Natural Hot Springs along with breathtaking views of the Himalayan Mountains, including the Annapurna range, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri, Fishtail, etc.
  • From Annapurna Base Camp, you can see the entire snow-covered Himalayas in all their glory.
  • On the Mardi Himal and ABC Trek via Poon Hill, get a golden opportunity to visit three base camps i.e. Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, and Mardi.
  • Trek to Mardi Himal's foot to experience the mesmerizing view of the snow-covered Himalayan Mountains.
  • Fantastic views of Mount Dhaulagiri, Mount Annapurna (II, III, IV, and South), Mount Hiunchuli, Mount Machhapuchhare, and more.
  • Visit the community of Siding to learn about the way of life, culture, and customs of the locals.

Overview

Mardi Himal Trek with ABC via Poon Hill:  
An incredible trek called ABC with Poon Hill and Mardi Himal Trek combines Ghorepani Poon Hill, Annapurna Base Camp and Mardi Himal treks. Mardi Himal Trek with ABC via Poon Hill is the best choice for trekkers who want to see the amazing mountain scenery from a lower altitude and who want to experience the high Himalayan glacier sea, icefall and rural lifestyle.Annapurna Base Camp Mardi Trek through Poon Hill offers breathtaking views of magnificent peaks like Gangapurna, Annapurna, Dhaulagiri and Manaslu. The environment and atmosphere are amazing and fascinating. It ranges from stunning pine, oak and rhododendron to a Dutch townhouse. 

Furthermore, the highlight of the experience is the view of the early morning sunrise from Poon Hill. The fact that you can complete the Annapurna Base Camp trek with Mardi Himal at any time of the year is its best feature. By spending evenings in local teahouses and homestays, you can experience firsthand the customs of Nepal's diverse ethnic groups.ABC and Mardi Himal Trek via Poon Hill starts with tourist bus from Kathmandu to Pokhara. After leaving Pokhara, it takes about one hour and fifteen minutes to reach Birethant, where the main trek begins. At the beginning of the journey, you will see terraced houses full of rice and mustard. After passing the Magar and Gurung communities of Hile and Tikhedhunga, Uller is reached. 

The next day you drive through the alpine forest and the charming villages of Banthanti and Nangge Thanti to Ghorepani. Early in the morning, you will leave Ghorepan and head to Poon Hill to watch the magnificent sunrise over Machhapuchhre and the surrounding mountain ranges. After a stunning sunrise at Poon Hill, you will descend to Ghorepani for breakfast.After breakfast you will continue Mardi Himal and ABC trek through Poon Hill via Tadapan to Chomrong. The next day we walk through the beautiful villages of Sinuwa and Bambuo on our way to Dovani. You start your adventure through the Himalayas to reach Deural. Finally, you will leave Deul for Annapurna Base Camp and return to Sinuwa the next day. 

Moving from Sinuw towards Landruk, the journey continues towards Mardi Himal. Travel from Landruk through Forest Camp and Low Camp, magnificent rhododendron, pine and oak forest. You spend the night at Low Camp and leave for High Camp the next morning. The next day you leave High Camp and go to Mardi Himal Base Camp without your backpack.After that you will descend from Mardi Himal Base Camp to Badal Danda and finally to Siding. You will travel from Siding to Pokhara.

Useful Info
ABC Trek with Poon Hill and Mardi Himal Best Time, Season, Months: 

Spring Season (Months of March, April, and May)
Beautiful skies and clear days make trekking in Nepal the busiest time of the year. Although the weather is pleasant, the mornings and evenings can be cool at times. In spring it doesn't rain and the weather is clear. There are many plants growing at this time. The rhododendron, the national flower of Nepal, grows well in the lowlands and is very beautiful. Tall pines give off a relaxing scent, while other wildflowers display a variety of colors.

Autumn Season (Months of September, October, and November)
Another very popular season for trekking in the Annapurna range is autumn. Good weather and spectacular scenery will bring more hikers to the trails and increase demand for housing. Since the busiest hiking season coincides with the festive season, the staff is overworked. Keep this in mind when planning your trip. On the other hand, you can enjoy the cheerful nature of the road and Pokhara.

Food or Meal Availability on ABC Trek with Poon Hill and Mardi Himal
When you take part in the Annapurna Base Camp with Poonhill and Mardi Trek, you may taste traditional Nepalese food in addition to dishes from prominent world cuisines including Tibetan, Continental, Italian, Indian, etc. Breakfast and supper will be served at the teahouses where you spend the night, while lunch will be served while you travel to your next destination. All meals will be provided while hiking, however, in Kathmandu and Pokhara, just breakfast will be provided.
Breakfast options you'll enjoy on your trip include Tibetan bread, chapatis, French toast, cornflakes, hash browns, fritters, scrambles, hard-boiled eggs, pancakes, porridge, muesli, vegetable dishes and other hot drinks.You can choose from a variety of lunch menus including thukpa (noodle soup), dal and baht, momos (dumplings), Tibetan chapati bread, macaroni, spaghetti, sherpa stew, steak, chips, sandwiches, rice with curry and spring. rolls . Not just rolls, burgers and pizza, but yak steak and desserts. N.
Dinner options : include Momos (patacas), Thukpa (fideo soup), Dal and Bhat, chapatti, noodles, spaghetti, sherpa soup, various soups, patacas, mouthfuls, pizza, curry rice, spring and Raman soup. , hamburgers and pizza, yak bisté, pudding, hot and cold.

Accommodation Facility on ABC Trek with Poon Hill and Mardi Himal
The Annapurna region of Nepal is a popular trekking route. There is no need to pack a tent as there are several teahouses and lodges on the Mardi Himal route through Poonhill on the Annapurna Base Camp trek. Accommodation in this area include double rooms and are modest but decent. The company promises that you will stay in the best tea houses available during your 17-day trekking holiday. Although you shouldn't expect them everywhere, rooms are often double rooms with wooden beds, blankets, mattresses, pillows and bathrooms in most destinations. Apart from Deural and Annapurna base camp, you can also book individual rooms with access to this area. Single rooms are easy to find in Kathmandu and lower trekking areas but can be difficult to find at higher altitudes.

ABC Trek with Poon Hill and Mardi Himal Difficulty Level:
The rather difficult ABC and Mardi Himal Trek through Poon Hill can be completed by anyone moving slowly and gradually. This walk is moderately difficult and does not require a very high level of fitness. Everyone will enjoy roaming around the environment during this adventure. Parents who bring their children may find this walk fun. On this walk, you will climb over stone stairs, travel 5-6 hours per day and cross the steep Mäkinen landscape. But if you have enough patience, confidence and fitness, you can easily complete this journey. Trekking to Annapurna Base Camp via Ghorepan, you help your body get used to the high altitude. It also helps maintain better physical health so you can take vigorous aerobic walks outside. People with previous hiking experience and physical fitness can complete the hike quickly. At the Mart base camp, you will reach an altitude of 4,500 meters above sea level.

ABC Trek with Poon Hill and Mardi Himal Travel Insurance: 
As the ABC Trek along with Poonhill and Mardi Himal takes place at a high altitude of over 4000 meters above sea level, the risk of altitude sickness and other unforeseen conditions like landslides is low. So travel insurance is a must to participate in the Mardi Himal Trek with ABC via Poon Hill. All trekkers must submit a copy of their full insurance to Green Valley Nepal Treks before starting this trek. The insurance must cover rescue and evacuation costs of the helicopter, as well as medical and emergency costs. In an emergency, we carry out a quick and efficient rescue using your insurance policy and other documents. For trekking altitudes of up to 5,000 meters, make sure the insurance company covers both medical expenses and mountain rescue fees.

Altitude Sickness and Remedies during ABC Trek with Poon Hill and Mardi Himal:
The body's inability to adapt to the low oxygen levels and high air pressure of high mountains can cause altitude sickness. Acute mountain sickness is another name for it, which is common among hikers and climbers. After 3,000 meters of ascent, the oxygen level starts to drop. Altitude sickness can therefore strike hikers who ascend above 3,000 meters from a lower altitude. Acute symptoms of mountain sickness include headache, fatigue, nausea, shortness of breath, dizziness, insomnia or difficulty falling asleep, loss of appetite, etc. Consider the following tips to avoid altitude sickness while trekking to Annapurna Base Camp via Mardiga Poonhill.

  • Keep yourself hydrated when hiking and stay away from alcohol because it dehydrates you.
  • Maintain a healthy diet throughout the trip.
  • Diamox, the most effective medicine for altitude sickness, should be brought along on the hike.
  • Don't hurry when hiking to a high altitude. You ought to walk carefully and slowly.
  • Before hiking at an elevation of more than 3,000 meters, acclimate appropriately.
  • If your body reveals any symptoms of altitude sickness, you must either stop immediately or lower some elevation.
  • Keeping yourself clean may also help you avoid altitude sickness.
  • ABC Trek with Poon Hill and Mardi Himal Packing List, Gears, Equipment.

Important Note

Trip Itinerary

Welcome to Kathmandu, the capital city of the Himalayan kingdom of Nepal. Meet on airport and transfer you in hotel. After arrival, the group will be formally introduced to Guide for the activities over the next few days. One should pay attention to the safety aspects of the briefing. Any questions or doubts should be asked and clarified at this time. We check your insurance details and other requirements for your trekking.

Overnight in Kathmandu.

After breakfast, we will start an interesting tour of Kathmandu. Try to give a full taste of our vibrant cultural scene and the enchanting way of its people with an English-speaking guide (any language speaking guide can be provided if desired). During our trip we visit Swayambhu Nath, Pashupatinath and Kathmandu Durbar Square.

Kathmandu Durbar Square: Built between the 12th and 18th centuries, this complex of palaces, courtyards and temples was once the seat of the ancient Malla kings of Kathmandu. A fascinating piece is a stone inscription from the 17th century placed on the wall of the palace with inscriptions in 15 languages. Durbar Square, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the social, religious and civic center of the city.

Swayambhu Nath: This 2,000-year-old hilltop stupa is the world's grandest Buddhist shrine and is surrounded by several small pagodas. The lid of the main temple is a gilded copper brash and the all-seeing eyes of Lord Buddha are painted on its four sides.

Pashupatinath: The temple dedicated to Lord Shiva is the holiest and most famous temple in Nepal. Located 5 kilometers northeast of Kathmandu on the banks of the sacred Bagmati River, it is an impressive pagoda-style structure with a gilded roof and richly carved silver doors. There are baths and cremation places, which are of interest to tourists especially in the morning and during festival days.

Overnight in Kathmandu.

After an early breakfast, you will board a tourist bus and drive up to seven or eight hours to Pokhara, where you will begin your Mardi Himal Trek ABC via Poon Hill. On the way, you will see many springs and the beautiful rivers Trishul and Marsyangdi flowing next to the lush Rocky Mountains. In addition, we can arrange your flight from Kathmandu to Pokhara for an additional fee. This allows you to travel from Kathmandu to Pokhara in just 25 minutes, giving you more time to enjoy the Pokhara Valley. Pokhara valley has beautiful lakes like Begnas, Fewa, Rupa, Dipang, Maidi, Khaste, Gunde and Nyureni. Pokhara orust avaneb vaade Annapurnale, Machapucharele, Dhaulagirile, Manaslule kaj Lamjung Himalile.

Overnight in Pokhara.

After enjoying a delicious breakfast in Pokhara, you will drive a short distance to Birethanti. It take ona and half hour driving by Car.The main starting point from Annapurna Base Camp via Poonhill via Mardi Trek is Birethanti. The route passes through Nayapul and is usually easy. As you pass through Bhurungdi Khola, you will see amazing terraced houses. After passing through Sudame, Hile and Tikhedhungga villages, the journey starts from Birethant and ends at Uller. The trail from Tikhedhunga starts climbing steeply up the stone steps after passing the suspension bridge. Mount Hiunchuli and the southern part of Annapurna can be seen from the great town of Magar in Uller.
Overnight in Ulleri.

The remarkable Annapurna Base Camp trek through Poonhill with Mardi Himal ascends from Uller towards Ghorepan. During the trek, you can see the snowy peaks of Annapurna, Machhapuchre and Hiunchuli. Walking through the rhododendron forest, you can meet different wild animals, refreshing springs and rivers. The next stop of the trip is the picturesque hilltop village of Ghorepan. This village offers a magnificent view of the Himalayas including Dhaulagiri, Tukuche, Dhampus, Nilgiri, Annapurna, Barah Sikhar and Machhapuchhre. A popular adventure at Ghorepan Guest House is the Poonhill trek, which offers spectacular sunrises and stunning panoramic views of the mountains.

Overnight in Ghorepani.

To see the sunrise over the Himalayan mountain range, you climb Poon Hill early in the morning. The Annapurna, Dhaulagiri, Nilgiri and Machhapuchhre ranges are all visible from Poon Hill. After some time at Poon Hill, you will return to your accommodation, have breakfast and start the ABC and Mardi Himal trek via Poon Hill to Deurali. Langurs and monkeys can be seen on the easy-to-follow forest road from Deul to Banthan. You can continue down admiring the panorama to reach Tadapan where you can spend the night.

Overnight in Tadapani.

After a delicious breakfast, the Mardi Himal and ABC Trek depart from Tadapani to Chomrong via the Poonhill route. You descend through rhododendron forests, cross the Kimlong River and reach the Gurung village of Ghandruk. You can reach Chomrong by climbing from Ghandruk. On the way you will enjoy spectacular views of Annapurna South and Fishtail. On the slopes of the mighty Annapurna Mountain lies the small village of Chomrong, a popular destination for trekkers on their way to Annapurna Base Camp. During your stay in Chomrong, a very important mountain town, you will meet the friendly Gurung villagers. It's at a nearby tea house or saloon.

Overnight in Chomrong.

Completing ABC with Poon Hill and Mardi Himal Trek will take a bit longer today. After a hearty breakfast in Chomrong, you descend the stone steps to Chomrong Khola. After crossing the suspension bridge, you ascend over paddy fields and green hills to the small village of Sinuwa. Sinuwa, a small community perched on a ridge, offers excellent close-up views of Mount Kalasaba and a breathtaking panorama. It takes a few hours from Sinuwa to Khuldighar settlement. Descending the stone steps of Khuldighar to a particularly thick patch of bamboo, rhododendron and oak near the Modi river, you can reach the Bamboo settlement. You finally reach Dovan after a gradual ascent through excellent forest cover and follow the Modi Khola.

Overnight in Dovan.

Today's ride is ABC via Poonhill and Mardi Himal. The trekking route goes from Dovan to Deurali. The Poon Hill route on the Mardi Himal Trek with ABC passes through rhododendron and bamboo forests and is dotted with waterfalls. When you reach the Himalayas, the rainforests are exposed to the sun and the frozen rivers look very beautiful. Coming down from Modi Khola, you will first pass through a small valley. To get to Hinku Cave, you have to climb through the drier forest. The road descends before climbing back up to reach Deurali, the most spectacular part of the day. Less vegetation allows a clearer view of the valley, the river below and the steep sandstone cliffs with a cluster of small waterfalls above. A good place to spend the night is Deurali.

Overnight in Deurali.

After a tough climb from Deurali, the road turns along the river and you will reach Machhapuchhre base camp. Machhapuchhre base camp offers spectacular views of nearby peaks including Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, Gangapurna and Himchuli. Finally, you must head west to enter Annapurna Base Camp. Annapurna Base Camp via Poonhill and the Mardi Trek to ABC are larger, less vegetated and easier to erode. Care must be taken to minimize accidents. All the mountains including Hiunchuli, Annapurna South, Annapurna I, Khangsar Kang, Gangapurna, Annapurna III and Machhapuchhare can be seen at ABC. The sheer beauty of the snow-capped mountains will make this a day you'll never forget.

Overnight in ABC

After enjoying a wonderful morning at ABC, you will leave your mark at Annapurna Temple. From base camp you will descend to Sinuwa on the Annapurna Base Camp trek via Poonhill and Mardi Himal. You have to follow the same route to return to Sinuwa via MBC, Deurali, Himalaya, Bamboo and Kuldigarh. Passing quiet farmhouses, alpine valleys and beautiful forests, you'll know your trip is different when you return. As you descend from base camp altitude, the terrain becomes easier to negotiate. First we arrived at Sinuwa.

Overnight in Sinuwa.

To begin the final journey, the Mardi Himal journey, leave Sinuwa today and travel to landruk. The Annapurna Base Camp trek through Poonhill and Mardi Himal first descends to the hanging bridge and ascends to Chomrong. It is a short walk from Chomrong to Jinnudanda. Jhinu Danda is famous for being a hot spring where you can relax. After being in the hot springs, you will head to Landruk via the New Bridge. As you travel, you will be amazed by the lush green forests, many birds, small waterfalls and peaceful and beautiful surroundings.

Overnight in Landruk.

The road from Landruk to Forest Camp is a short drive through small villages and pine and juniper trees. The high peaks keep rising. It is very quiet and secluded, with only a few scattered tea houses and a nice jungle camp. From the Forest Camp, you will trek the Mardi Himal Trek through ABC through the moss and moss covered forests, via Poon Hill Road to the small camp. The place is full of rhododendron trees and the peaks of Annapurna, Machhapuchhre and Dhaulagiri can be seen in amazing detail from afar. Like a forest camp, the small camp has few accommodations and beautiful views of the Himalayan valleys complete the look.

Overnight in Low Camp.

Mardi Himal and ABC trekking route through Poon Hill starts from Low Camp and moves to High Camp via Badal Danda. To get to Badaldanda you have to walk through the rhododendron forest for an hour. Despite the difficulty of the route, one can enjoy the incredible views of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna and Mardi Himal. The slope gets thinner as you go up, and huge canyons can be seen on both sides. To the left is the Modi Khola river valley, surrounded by villages rising up to the Annapurna Sanctuary. To the right you can see the valleys of the rivers Mardi Khola and Seti. On clear days, one can see the Pokhara valley. You must continue along the ridge until you reach the high camp. If you are lucky, you will see Daphne, the national bird of Nepal, on your way to the high camp.

Overnight in High Camp.

This morning you wake up early and see the sunrise over the mountains. The most memorable and challenging trek on an ABC route with Poon Hill and Mardi Himal Trek Itinerary. This route is more difficult than you think, as there are several quick climbs up steep and steep stairs. It takes about 5 hours to reach Mardi Himal base camp. You will be successful when you reach the base camp in the lush green mountains at 4,500 meters above sea level. Also, the magnificent views of snow-capped mountain ranges like Mount Machapuchare, Madi Himal, Annapurna I (8,091m), Annapurna III (7,555m) and Gangapurna will leave you in awe. After collecting that amazing and exciting view in your mind, go down to Badaldanda to admire the fast clouds passing you by. After making great memories and having an amazing time in Badaldanda, it was time to head down to Siding Village. Admire the majestic Himalayan landscape and learn about the local ecology and its unique flora, fauna and wildlife. Instead of returning to the forest camp, the Mardi Himal Trek via Poon Hill and the ABC route will take you to the wonderful village of Siding.

Overnight in Siding.

After making great memories at Badal Danda, admiring the beauty of the Himalayan landscape and learning about the local ecology and its unique flora and fauna and wildlife, it was time to descend to Siding village. Instead of returning to the forest camp, the Mardi Himal Trek with ABC takes the alternative route of Poon Hill and descends to the wonderful village of Siding. After lunch next door, take a shared car to Pokhara. In the evening, you will have the opportunity to go boating in Pokhara or explore the beautiful seashore.

Overnight in Pokhara.

After breakfast, board or drive by luxury tour bus from Pokhara to Kathmandu via Prithvi Highway. Depending on the driving conditions, you can cover 200 km in 7 to 8 hours. On your way you will pass through various landscapes and come across busy markets like Damauli, Dumre and Mugling. In the evening you will join the celebrations of successfully completing Annapurna Base Camp via Poonhill and Mardi Trek. You can listen to popular music while eating Nepalese food. 

Overnight in Kathmandu.

This day is a free / relaxing day in Kathmandu. You can do shopping, just walm around the thamel , massage and chill . 

Overnight in Katghmandu.

Depending on your departure schedule, we will often set up an airport transfer service three hours before departure. If you have additional time, we can set up some side trips for you, or you may go exploring on your own.

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Includes

  • International Airport pick-up and drop-off service.
  • 4 nights accommodation in Kathmandu on Bed and Breakfast Plan. 
  • 2 night’s accommodation in Pokhara on Bed and Breakfast plan. 
  • 12 nights accommodation during the trek. 
  • Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) cost.
  • TIMS permits (Trekking Information Management System).
  • An English Speaking experienced Local Guide, required crew team,  including their food, accommodation, salary, insurance, equipment expenses.
  • Accommodation in Teahouse or lodge during Mardi Himal Trek with ABC via Poonhill.
  • Tourist Bus/ Flight Ticket from Kathmandu to Pokhara to Kathmandu. 
  • Private Jeep travel from Pokhara to Birethanti (starting point of the trek) and from Siding (ending point of the trek) to Pokhara. 
  • Farewell dinner before your departure from Nepal.

Doesn't Include

  • International airfare and visa fees.
  • All Accommodations and meals in Kathmandu, before and after the trek.
  • Lunch and Dinner in Pokhara and all meals during the trek. 
  • Extra night accommodation and meals in Kathmandu and Pokhara due to early arrival, late departure, or early return from the trek.
  • All drinks include Hot, Soft, and hard coke, beer, and mineral water.
  • Travel insurance which has to cover emergency high-altitude rescue and evacuation compulsory.
  • Personal Trekking Equipment and rescue operation in case of emergency.
  • Any expenses which arise due to a change of the itinerary.
  • Tips for staff (it is expected after completing ABC and Mardi Himal Trek via Poon Hill)
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Amazing Nepal!

We had an amazing time! Our guide and porter were so much fun and had a lot of knowledge about Nepal and the places we were visiting. We managed to do everything we wanted and more. We added a hot spring trip on the end of the hike and Kiran Ji was very gracious in allowing us the flexibility to do what we wanted at our own pace. The views were amazing, the people were lovely, the trek was adventurous and Holiday Treks and expeditions made our trip safe, fulfilling and a lot of fun!

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