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A classic 8–9 day tea‑house trek from Pokhara to Mardi Himal High Camp and a 4,200m viewpoint. Expect steep forested climbs, panoramic Annapurna views, and cultural stays in Gurung homestays.
A classic 8–9 day tea‑house trek from Pokhara to Mardi Himal High Camp and a 4,200m viewpoint. Expect steep forested climbs, panoramic Annapurna views, and cultural stays in Gurung homestays.
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Operated by Happyland Treks · Pokhara, Gandaki Province
Dawn on the lower ridges smells of wet earth and pine; the ridge ahead narrows and the forest opens into a bowl of grass where prayer flags snap in the wind. You begin in Pokhara’s quiet bustle, drive to Phedi, and follow a trail that climbs through rhododendron groves, grassy ledges and stony switchbacks toward Low Camp and the High Camp beyond.
challenging.
8–9 days.
Good aerobic fitness; comfortable walking 5–6 hours on uneven terrain and carrying a daypack.
Yes — an Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP) and a TIMS card are required; these are typically handled by your operator and included in the trip package.
The itinerary reaches roughly 3,600–4,200 m at the viewpoint; altitude sickness is possible—pace yourself, stay hydrated, and report symptoms early.
Simple rooms with shared bathrooms, basic bedding and hot meals; electricity and heating are limited, especially above Low Camp.
Fall (Sept–Nov) and spring (Mar–May) offer the best combination of stable weather and clear mountain views.
The trail passes traditional Gurung and Magar settlements with longstanding trans‑Himalayan cultural ties; local tea houses support village economies.
This route lies within the Annapurna Conservation Area—stick to marked trails, pack out waste, and support local lodges to benefit conservation efforts.
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