Annapurna Circuit Nepal

Mardi Himal

A quieter ridge trek straight toward Machhapuchhre (Fishtail), with big mountain views from the first days.

  • 26.6 km
  • 4–6 days
  • challenging
  • Best Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov

Photo by Slava Auchynnikau on Unsplash

At a glance

Kande or Phedi to Mardi Himal High Camp and viewpoint

Distance
26.6 km · 17 mi
Elevation gain
2,743 m · 8,999 ft
Highest point
4,216 m · 13,832 ft
Time
4–6 days
Difficulty
Challenging
Route
Out and back

Elevation profile

Elevation from 1737 m to 4216 m over 26.6 km; lowest 1718 m, highest 4216 m.1,7003,0004,3000.0 km13 km27 km
Measured on the map, one way: 26.6 km, about +2,743 m of climbing, 1,718–4,216 m. © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL); elevation: NASA SRTM via OpenTopoData.

Plan your trip

Best months: Mar–Apr, Oct–Nov

Permits & fees
ACAP permit; foreign trekkers must hike with a licensed guide.
Getting there
About 1 hour by road from Pokhara to Kande.
Good to know
  • Teahouses are smaller here — book ahead in peak season.
  • Start the viewpoint hike before dawn for clear morning views.

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Official figures where published; other numbers are measured on the map and approximate. Conditions and rules change — confirm with the official source before you go.