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A focused three-day trek from Pokhara to Mardi Himal Base Camp that earns sweeping Annapurna views with short days on trail. Ideal for hikers who want high-mountain scenery, tea-house nights, and a fast, well-supported mountain experience.
A focused three-day trek from Pokhara to Mardi Himal Base Camp that earns sweeping Annapurna views with short days on trail. Ideal for hikers who want high-mountain scenery, tea-house nights, and a fast, well-supported mountain experience.
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Operated by CAN Travels · Pokhara, Gandaki Province
Morning light slices the Annapurna range as you step from Siding onto a trail that climbs through rhododendron and oak into the thin, cool air. On this compact three-day route you move fast enough to feel each contour of the mountain and slow enough to notice the sound of wind through alpine shrubs, the sudden reveal of Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) and the hush of guest‑house evenings.
moderate.
3 days.
Good aerobic fitness with experience on multi‑hour uphill hikes; able to carry a daypack and walk 5–8 hours per day.
Yes—your operator arranges the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and TIMS; guides typically handle paperwork before you start.
The route is compact and achievable in three days for fit hikers, but it includes sustained climbs and one long descent—expect 5–8 hours of walking on most days.
Tea houses and guest houses provide basic rooms and communal meals; facilities are simple but warm and adequate for short stays.
Spring (Mar–May) and autumn (Sep–Nov) offer the most stable weather and clear mountain views; winter is colder with limited services, and monsoon brings muddy trails.
The trail passes Gurung villages whose agriculture and tea‑house hospitality grew alongside Annapurna trekking routes developed in the late 20th century.
Travel supports the Annapurna Conservation Area; stick to marked trails, minimize single‑use plastics, and use local guides and tea houses to reinforce community benefits.
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