Mardi Himal Peak Climbing (5,587m)

Mardi Himal (5,587 m) lies less than 15 miles from Pokhara, and is the most southerly peak of the Annapurna range. It is the lowest and the least climbed or visited peak. Photographs of Mardi Himal taken in 1953 by Baisl Goodfellow first drew the attention of western climbers, and the mountain received its first ascent in 1961. The first route was via the East Flank and is the only one used so far.
The mountain separates the southwest ridge of Machhapuchhare as a separate mass at right angles to the ridge and is best seen from the south. The southwest face of the mountain has three well-defined ridges rising from rock buttresses and separated by hanging glaciers. Its east face is separated from the Machhapuchhare ridge by a col at 5,200 meters. The normal climbing route to the summit of Mardi Himal passes through this col. The summit offers a splendid view of the Annapurna Range and the Fishtail mountain , Machhapuchhare.
The valleys and ridges south of Mardi Himal are steep and heavily wooded with bamboo and rhododendron. Alpine pastures above the forest provide a good habitat for wildlife.

Trip Cost Includes:

• Private Arrival & Departure transfers on both domestic and international flights.
• Hotel Accommodation in Kathmandu & Pokhara on a twin share bed/Single and breakfast basis as per the itinerary.
• Full board meals while trekking (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner).
• Freshly cooked Full board meals prepared by our cook while climbing
• Tea and coffee while on trek.
• Accommodation in teahouse or lodge while trekking.
• Accommodation in Tented camp while climbing.
• Welcome / fare - well dinner as listed in the itinerary.
• The sightseeing city tour with world heritage entrance fees as listed in itinerary.
• All Domestic flights and airport tax as listed in the itinerary.
• Private transportation to and from the starting and ending points of the trek as applicable.
• Peak Climbing Permit Royalty and other government tax.
• Climbing Clinic Course at base camp,
• All required Personal and Group Climbing gear: Plastic climbing boot, crampons, climbing rope, ice axe, zoomer, harness, figure of eight, carabineer etc
• All camping equipment - 2-person tent, dinning tent, kitchen tent, staff & porter tent, toilet tent with commode, dining table with backrest chair etc.
• Nepal Social Treks Gear - sleeping bag, duffel bag etc for the use during the trip, Plastic garbage bags.
• Professional local experienced Trek Leader / Guide trained in Wilderness First Aid.
• Comprehensive First Aid Kit.
• Respective region (Annapurna) trekking map, TIMS Card.
• Well-experienced Climbing guide with all his allowance and expenses.
• Necessary Porters to carry all personal gear and group equipment.
• Proper Insurance of all staff including porters.
• Warm clothing & trekking gear for staff including porters: Gortex jacket & trousers, fleece jacket and pant, trekking shoes / boots, woolen hat, gloves, shocks, sunglasses etc.
• The Trekking t-shirt
• Peak climbing certificates issued from the respective body of Nepal Government.
• Comprehensive pre-departure information and trip dossiers

Trip Cost Excludes:

• Nepal entry Visa fees, your travel insurance of any kind (emergency evacuation insurance is recommended as this is an adventurous trip and evacuation by Helicopter may be necessary)
• International Airfare
• Lunch and Dinner except mentioned itinerary
• All Drinks and main meals in cities.
• Tips and Items of personal expenses like hot shower, battery charge, Telephone, laundry, beverage drinks etc.