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Five days of forested ascents, ridgeline outlooks and tea-house nights take you from Pokhara to the high Mardi ridge for sunrise views of Fishtail and Annapurna. Expect 4–7 hours walking daily, guesthouse stays, and immersive village culture.
Five days of forested ascents, ridgeline outlooks and tea-house nights take you from Pokhara to the high Mardi ridge for sunrise views of Fishtail and Annapurna. Expect 4–7 hours walking daily, guesthouse stays, and immersive village culture.
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Operated by CAN Travels · Pokhara, Gandaki Province
Morning light slices the Annapurna peaks as you step from a lakeside hotel into the vehicle that climbs toward Kande. The first steps lead through coffee-colored hills and into a green cathedral of rhododendron and oak; scent and silence follow until a sudden bench of sky opens to Machhapuchhre (Fishtail) and Annapurna South.
moderate.
5 days (approx. 30–32 hours on trail).
Good aerobic fitness with ability to hike 4–7 hours a day on varied terrain; some pack weight carrying ability advised
Yes — trekkers must carry the Annapurna Conservation Area permit (ACAP) and TIMS where required; your operator typically arranges these.
Accommodation is in village guesthouses/tea-houses with basic twin rooms and shared bathrooms; expect simple meals and hot water for a fee.
It’s suitable for fit beginners with trekking experience; daily climbs are steady but technical skills are minimal. A guide is recommended for pacing and safety.
Spring (Mar–May) and autumn (Sep–Nov) offer the clearest views and rhododendron blooms; monsoon brings heavy rain and winter brings snow higher on the ridge.
The trail passes villages of Gurung and Magar peoples whose agriculture and trans-Himalayan trade shaped local footpaths; trekking routes expanded as Pokhara became a gateway in the 20th century.
The trek lies within the Annapurna Conservation Area Project (ACAP); minimize impact by using established trails, disposing of waste properly, and limiting single-use plastics.
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