Mt.Mardi Himal peak climbing (5587m)

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Mt.Mardi Himal peak climbing (5587 m)

Mt.Mardi Himal is considered to be an ideal introduction to mountaineering in the high Himalaya, particularly if you have limited time available. No previous experience of high altitudes is  necessary also as every precaution will be taken. And to ensure gradual and thorough acclimatization during the trek to the mountain.

Although Mt.Mardi Himal is the shortest and probably the easiest of our expeditions to Nepal, to maximize both your enjoyment and your chances of success, you need. And also a major benefit of Mt. Mardi Himal is the ability to climb it in a round trip of a little over 2 weeks. It therefore makes a visit to the Himalaya a real possibility for those who hither to have not been able to find the time to join a longer expedition.

If you do an expedition alone then it’ll be expensive. But if you do it with a group then it’ll be cheaper for you. Also, you can enjoy your time together too. We provide base camp services and full board services.
So, if anyone is interested in this expedition and wants to the join us, then you can contact me. This is a golden opportunity for you to fulfill your dream by staying within your budget. So don’t let it get away. And We Offer Trekking,Tours, Peak climbing , River Rafting, Hotel Booking, Ticketing, Mountain flight ,etc. ( Visit face book )

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SAFETY  KITS :

1. Never trek alone. Hire a guide if you can’t find companion
2. Choose trekking companies/guides with eco friendly concepts
3. Become informed about high altitude sickness
4. Carry a good medicine kit
5. Watch where you are walking. Don’t step backward blindly while raking photos.
6. Time your trek generously taking rest.

Trip cost will also vary depending on the Group Size duration of days and services required please contact us via our email gurilamandatatrek@yahoo.com  with your details to obtain a quote.

Available departures

  • Day 01: Arrive in Kathmandu and transfer to the hotel and welcome dinner in the evening with typical Nepalese food.
  • Day 02: Sightseeing to the highlighted areas of capital city Kathmandu and prepare the official documents such as climbing permit.
  • Day 03: Drive to Pokhara, O/N in Hotel.
  • Day 4: Trek to Gyachok We make an early start for the 6-hour drive to Pokhara, Nepal's second largest town some 198 km to the west. Stopping at the village of Hyenja, we then set off on foot, along the bank of the Mardi Khola which is soon crossed via a rope bridge. We then follow the Seti Kola, through farmed terraces to the village of Gyachok, where we camp for the night. Good views of Machhapuchhre and Mardi Himal.
  • Day 5: Trek to Sano Khoban (1,600 m)
  • After breakfast we walk through the village with its beautifully built houses and dry stonewalls, and friendly villagers. As we climb higher through the paddy field terraces, the much busier villages on the opposite side of the valley become visible. A good track contours along the hillside to Dhiprang and later we reach a super lunch spot by the river. We then pass two more villages, Mirsa and Kaduwa, which are the last settlements we will see until our return trek. The day finishes with a steep climb to the pastureland of Sano Khoban, where we camp.
  • Day 6: Trek to Pipa (3,150 m)
  • The trail continues steeply, now through forest. The only clearing in the forest is about 1 ½ hours from Sano Khoban, so we may well stop for an early lunch. Then it is a long up-hill struggle through dense forest until we reach 2,900 m, where we break out into the open air. A very steep ridge then leads to the small lake at Pipa.
  • Day 7: Acclimatization day.
  • Yesterday was a long day and we ascended 1,500 m, so today is a welcome rest day, to help us acclimatize to the altitude. There is a stream suitable for washing about 20 minutes from the campsite.
  • Day 8: Trek to Thulo Kharka (4,120m).
  • We continue up the ridgeline, with fantastic views stretching from the Manaslu group in the east, across the Annapurna to Dhaulagiri in the far west. Eventually we arrive at the pleasant grazing area of Thulo Kharka.
  • Day 9: Trek to Base Camp (4,100m). This is a short day and the whole route to base camp is visible from Thulo Kharka. It takes about 2 hours to reach it, where it sits in the obvious valley, which descends between the south and southeast ridges of Mardi Himal.
  • Day 10: Acclimatization day.
  • Another important acclimatization day. It is best to rest during this period rather than try and do too much - there will be plenty of opportunity for exertion later!
  • Day 11: Climb to High Camp (4,650 m).
  • It takes about 2 hours to reach the high camp, our take-off point for the summit. First we climb straight up for 200 m then traverse around the south-east ridge. A steady climb on rocks and perhaps some snow then leads to the camp site. This is in a good sheltered location but water is scarce and may involve melting snow. Make sure your water bottles are full at the beginning of the day!
  • Day 12: Climb Mardi Himal (5,555 m).
  • With 900 m of ascent before us, we need to make a very early start to ensure success. The first part of the climb is the couloir leading to the East Col (5,400 m), between Mardi Himal and Machhapuchhre. The base of the couloir is at 4,950 m, where we will most likely need to put on crampons. The couloir is a very long snow climb, not steep, but it is sustained and tiring, and it will take about 4 hours to reach the col. On the col it will probably be quite windy (unless we are very lucky), but it is only an hour or so to the top, up a pleasant snow ridge. Once on the summit, we can rest and enjoy being on a Nepalese summit in the midst of the Himalaya. After taking photos and perhaps having a bite to eat, we descend to the high camp and then continue to base camp for a good meal.
  • Day 13: Trek to Korchon (3,680 m).
  • We take a different route back to Pokhara which stays high up on ridges to allow us to enjoy the views for longer. From base camp we traverse the south ridge to reach a col at 4,280m. We then stay up on the ridge, following it with wonderful views, to Korchon where we camp.
  • Day 14: Trek to Riban (1,780m).
  • The ridge line continues to Odane Hill. The descent is steep and awkward, being on tussock grass with hidden holes, so care is needed. However, the trail is marked and eventually the grass gives way to forest. Soon after we reach the col below Odane Hill, which is a good view point. Following the ridge line south, we emerge out of the forest above Riban. This is our last evening on trek so it is usual to sample the local brew and have a sing-song with the Sherpa's - they are always happiest when the hard work is over!
  • Day 15: Trek to Hyenja, drive to Pokhara.
  • The final part of the trek is a lovely walk through Riban and on to Lachock. We cross the Mardi Khola and Mardi Pul which is an excellent lunch spot. Then it's a short walk to Hyenja where we are met by our bus whisks us to the luxury of the Fish Tail Lodge, on of Nepal's most celebrated hotels. It's buildings sprawl across a small island in Pewa Tal, the picturesque lake beside Pokhara. From here we can look back towards Machhapuchhre and Mardi Himal, while sitting on the terrace drinking beer!
  • Day 16: Return flight to Kathmandu.
  • Today we fly back from Pokhara to Kathmandu and the Hotel, where we can celebrate the success of our expedition in fine style.
  • Day 17: Your Destination.
  • INCLUDES
  1.  3 nights hotel Kathmandu with bed & breakfast  star hotel BB
  2. Climbing Permit for Mt. Mardi Himal peak climbing (5587 m)
  3. Trekking tents, dining tent, toilet tent, table and chair for trekking
  4. Trekking food (Breakfast, lunch, dinner) & Climbing food 1 Climbing guide,
  5. 1 cook & necessary porter for trekking & climbing Climbing tent,
  6. Climbing food, climbing rope Airport – hotel – airport transfer in Kathmandu Kathmandu –Pokhara  - Kathmandu land transfer
  7. Life & medical insurance for Nepali staff Fare well dinner with
  8. Nepali folk song & dance Our service charge
  • cost
  1. Personal equipment for climbing Personal Insurance for travel to Nepal .
  2. Lunch & dinner in Kathmandu.
  3. Emergency Rescue evacuation Personal expenses
  4. bar bill
  5. Tipping (Tips) Bar & beverage bills

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Equipments

  • Important documents and items
  • Valid passport, 2 extra passport size photos, airline tickets, Separate photocopies of passport, visa form (easily obtained at Kathmandu airport), proof of insurance, Dollars in cash for purchasing, Nepalese visa at Kathmandu airport, Credit cards, bank/ATM/cash machine cards for withdrawing funds from cash machines (bring a photocopy of your cards)
  • Personal Climbing Gears: Ice axe Crampons Harness Tape slings (2) Screw gate karabiners (2 lock, 2 unlock) Descender/eight figure Plastic mountaineering boots Ascender/Jhumar Helmet
  • Group Climbing Gears: Snow bar* Rope* Ice hammer* Ice screw*
  • Head
  • Bandana or head scarf, also useful for dusty conditions Warm hat that covers your ears (wool or synthetic) Headlamp with extra batteries and bulbs Sunglasses with UV protection Prescription sunglasses (if required)
  • Upper Body
  • Polypropylene shirts (1 half sleeve and 2 long sleeves)
  • Light and expedition weight thermal tops
  • Fleece wind-stopper jacket or pullover
  • Waterproof (preferably breathable fabric) shell jacket
  • Down vest and/or jacket *
  • Gore-Tex jacket with hood, waterproof and breathable.
  • Hands
  • 1 pair of lightweight poly-liner gloves
  • 1 pair of lightweight wool or fleece gloves
  • 1 pair of mittens; consists of
  • 1 Gore-Tex over mitt matched, waterproof, polar-fleece mitt liner.
  • Lower Body 
  • Non-cotton underwear briefs
  • 1 pair of hiking shorts
  • 1 pair of hiking trousers
  • 1 pair of lightweight thermal bottoms
  • 1 pair of fleece or woolen trousers
  • 1 pair of waterproof shell pants, breathable fabric
  • Feet 2 pairs of thin, lightweight inner socks 2 pairs of heavy poly or wool socks 1 pair of hiking boots with spare laces (sturdy soles, water resistant, ankle support, “broken in”) 1 pair of trainers or running shoes and/or sandals Cotton socks Gaiters
  • Sleeping 1 sleeping bag 30 degree DC Fleece sleeping bag liner
  • Rucksack and Travel Bags
  • 1 medium rucksack or 1 large duffel bag *
  • Day pack/backpack of 35 to 50 liters for carrying your valuables, should have good shoulder padding Small padlocks for duffel-kit bags
  • 2 large waterproof rucksack covers (optional)
  • Medical Small, personal first-aid kit (simple and light) Aspirin, first-aid tape, and plasters (Band-Aids) 1 skin-blister repair kit Anti-diarrhea pills Anti-headache pills Cough and/or cold medicine Anti-altitude sickness pills: Diamox or Acetylzolamide Stomach antibiotic: Ciprofloxacin, etc. Note: Do not bring sleeping pills as they are a respiratory depressant! Water purification tablets or water filter 1 set of earplugs Extra pair of prescription glasses, contact lens supplies
  • Practical Items 1 small roll of repair tape, 1 sewing-repair kit 1 cigarette lighter, 1 small box of matches 1 compass or GPS(optional) 1 alarm clock/watch 1 digital camera with extra cards and batteries Large Ziplocks 2 water bottles (1 liter each) 1 small folding knife Binoculars (optional) 4 large, waterproof, disposable rubbish sacks.
  • Toiletries 1 medium-sized quick drying towel Toothbrush/paste (preferably biodegradable) Multi-purpose soap (preferably biodegradable) Deodorants Nail clippers Face and body moisturizer Female hygiene products Small mirror
  • Personal Hygiene Wet wipes (baby wipes) Tissue /toilet roll Anti-bacterial hand wash
  • Extras/Luxuries Reading book Trail map/guide book Journal and pen iPod Travel game i.e. chess, backgammon, scrabble, playing cards (to help you pass the time at tea houses and/or camps) 1 modest swim suit Binoculars (optional) Voltage converter (from 220 to 110 ampere) Plug adapter (2 round pegs to 2 flat pegs) Lightweight pillow case (in case your tea houses provide you with pillows) or use your own stuff as a pillow.