Mardi Himal
A short, sharp ridge walk with the closest possible view of Machapuchare's fishtail summit.
QuietRidge walkShort
Days
5
Max elevation
4,500 m
Distance
42 km
Difficulty
Moderate
Route
Out and back
From
NPR 28,000
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The route
Mardi Himal is the modern hidden gem of the Annapurna region — five days, big views, light crowds compared to ABC. The ridge route climbs through moss-draped forest to an alpine viewpoint at 4,500 m, with Machapuchare filling the horizon.
- Starts
- Kande (1,770 m)
- Ends
- Sidhing (1,750 m)
Day by day
42 km · 27 hrs walking
- Day 1Kande → Forest CampMossy rhododendron forest8 km · 5h2,550 m
- Day 2Forest Camp → Low CampRidge climb begins7 km · 4h2,970 m
- Day 3Low Camp → High CampTreeline crossing6 km · 4h3,550 m
- Day 4High Camp → Upper Viewpoint and backClosest Fishtail view possible9 km · 8h4,500 m
- Day 5High Camp → Sidhing → PokharaDescent and ride out12 km · 6h1,750 m
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