What is the Mardi Himal with Khopra Ridge Trek?

The Mardi Himal with Khopra Ridge Trek is a 12 to 14 day combination trek in the Annapurna region that links two of the most scenic and least crowded trails in Nepal, visiting Mardi Himal Base Camp at 4,500 m and Khopra Danda at 3,660 m in one complete Annapurna region loop.

What mountains can be seen on this combined trek?

The combination gives you close up views of Machhapuchhre (6,993 m), Mardi Himal (5,587 m), Annapurna I (8,091 m), Annapurna South (7,219 m), Hiunchuli (6,441 m), Dhaulagiri (8,167 m), and Nilgiri (7,061 m) from two completely different ridge perspectives making it one of the richest mountain view treks in Nepal.

Is this trek suitable for first time trekkers in Nepal?

This combination is better suited for trekkers with some prior hiking experience rather than absolute beginners due to its 12 to 14 day length and moderate to strenuous rating. However, fit first timers who train in advance and are comfortable with multi day walking can complete it successfully with NMA's expert guide support.

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Mardi Himal With Khopra Ridge Trek

Grade- Moderate
Maximum Altitude: Mardi Himal Base Camp (4,500 m) and Khopra Ridge (3,660 m)
Walking: 5 to 7 hours /day

Overview

The Mardi Himal with Khopra Ridge Trek is a wonderful mix of two outstanding treks in Nepal’s of Annapurna Region. It is a little bit challenging but exhilarating at the same time. This trek is an off-the-beaten-path trekking trail that takes you up the Kopra ridge, through woods, and past traditional communities in the Annapurna region.

The trek to the Mardi Himal Base Camp is also an alternative to the Annapurna Base Camp trek. It offers a dazzling view of Annapurna ranges; Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre, Hiuchuli, Gangapurna, Tare Kang, Khangsar, and many more. Not only that the panoramic view of Mardi Himal itself is breathtaking. The trail follows the route through forests of rhododendron, oak, and maple. Several species of birds and animals are the inhabitants of the jungle.

Mardi Himal stands at an altitude of 5,587 m from sea level just underneath the prestigious Mt. Machhapuchhre. Basil Goodfellow was the first to the summit in 1961. Mardi Himal is claimed to be one of the trekking peaks by the Nepal Government.

The trek is not strenuous but somehow a bit rough. So, the physical fitness of an individual determines the success of the trek. The trail to the base camp follows through rocky sections at a high altitude from sea level. Therefore, an average level of fitness is required.

Nepal Mountain Adventure offers you the standard route with the most satisfactory adventurous experience. For inquiries and booking, contact us via email, or you can visit our official websites. We are keen to serve you in the best possible way.

Mardi Himal with Khopra Ridge Trek Overview

Destination: Mardi Himal /Khopra
Duration: 14 Days
Start point: Kathmandu
Ending point: Kathmandu
Maximum Altitude: Mardi Himal Base Camp (4,500 m) and Khopra Ridge (3,660 m)
Best Season: Spring and Autumn
Difficulty: Moderate
Region: Annapurna Region
Accommodation: Teahouse lodges
Group size: 1-12 Pax

Mardi Himal with Khopra Ridge Trek Highlights

Drive through the banks of the Trisuli River.
A short outing in the beautiful city of Pokhara.
The astounding views of the Himalayas range of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna.
Encounter the warm welcome and hospitality of traditional villages.
Witness flora and fauna in the wilderness during the trek.
Captivating sunrise view of mighty mountain ranges.

Mardi Himal with Khopra Ridge Trek Itinerary

Day 01: Kathmandu to Pokhara (1,400 m / 4,593 ft | Drive: 6–7 hrs)
Day 02: Drive from Pokhara to Kande and trek to Deurali (2,100 m / 6,890 ft | Drive: 1–1.5 hrs | Trek: 3–4 hrs)
Day 03: Trek from Deurali to Low Camp (2,985 m / 9,793 ft | Trek: 5–6 hrs)
Day 04: Trek from Low Camp to High Camp (3,550 m / 11,647 ft | Trek: 4–5 hrs)
Day 05: Trek to Mardi Himal Base Camp and back to High Camp (4,500 m / 14,764 ft | Trek: 7–8 hrs)
Day 06: Trek from High Camp to Landruk (1,565 m / 5,135 ft | Trek: 6–7 hrs)
Day 07: Trek from Landruk to Tadapani (2,630 m / 8,629 ft | Trek: 5–6 hrs)
Day 08: Trek from Tadapani to Dobato (3,420 m / 11,220 ft | Trek: 5–6 hrs)
Day 09: Trek from Dobato to Khopra Ridge (3,660 m / 12,008 ft | Trek: 3–4 hrs)
Day 10: Trek from Khopra Ridge to Swanta (2,200 m / 7,218 ft | Trek: 5–6 hrs)
Day 11: Trek from Swanta to Ghorepani (2,850 m / 9,350 ft | Trek: 4–5 hrs)
Day 12: Trek to Poon Hill and then drive back to Pokhara (3,210 m / 10,531 ft | Trek: 6–7 hrs | Drive: 3–4 hrs)
Day 13: Drive to Kathmandu (1,400 m / 4,593 ft | Drive: 6–7 hrs)
Day 14: Final Departure (1,400 m / 4,593 ft)

Departure & Return Location

Thamel Marga Central Thamel Kathmandu (Google Map)

Price Includes

Price Excludes

Airport pick up & final departure by private vehicle.
Welcome & farewell cultural dinner.
One nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu and 2 Night at Pokhara with breakfast.
A day three meals (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner) on your choice from the menu during the treks.
Standard tea house during the treks.
Equipment as like (sleeping bags, down jackets, duffle bags, walking poles, crampons) to be returned after the trip is complete.
All needed ground transportation mention on the itinerary.
A strong porter (2:1) one porter carrying two member’s bags including all his meals, accommodation, salary, transportation, insurance & many more…
An excellent government licensed holder guide including all his meals, accommodation, salary, transportation, insurance & many more…
All needed permit & national park fees.
Trekking route map.
First aid kit box
An achievement certificate.
Government tax & service charge.

Personal expenses as like the phone & camera charging, hot shower, wifi
Tips to guide & porter (expected)
Extra an activities, in case if you have an extra day on your holidays.
All kind of drinks as like mineral water, beer, tea, coffee, juice, Coke, Fanta, and hard drinks.
Travel insurance.
Extra nights’ accommodation in Kathmandu, in case if you return earlier from the treks.
Lunch & dinner during stay in Kathmandu And Pokhara city .

What to Expect

Drive through the banks of the Trisuli River.
A short outing in the beautiful city of Pokhara.
The astounding views of the Himalayas range of Dhaulagiri and Annapurna.
Encounter the warm welcome and hospitality of traditional villages.
Witness flora and fauna in the wilderness during the trek.
Captivating sunrise view of mighty mountain ranges.

Mardi Himal with Khopra Ridge Trek Photos

Mardi Himal with Khopra Ridge Trek Detail Itinerary

Day 1: Kathmandu to Pokhara (1,400 m / 4,593 ft | Drive: 6–7 hrs)

Accommodation: Tea house

Meals: Breakfast

Pokhara is the gateway to trekkings in the Annapurna Circuit. So, you leave Kathmandu by bus. The drive follows through the banks of the Trisuli river with a view of hills, villages, and terrace farming. On getting closer to the destination, a splendid view of mountain ranges comes into view if the weather is clear. After a long drive, you arrive at Pokhara. You can register into the hotel and rest for a bit, and head out for a short trip to the city.

Overnight in Pokhara

Day 2: Drive from Pokhara to Kande and trek to Deurali (2,100 m / 6,890 ft | Drive: 1–1.5 hrs | Trek: 3–4 hrs)

Accommodation: Tea house

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

The journey to Mardi Base Camp begins early in the morning. Our officials will drive you towards Kande, leaving Pokhara. The scenery view of verdant hills, subtropical forest, terrace fields, and mountain ranges distant away during the drive is incredible.

Kande is the initial of the trek. The trail is a straightforward uphill hike. After an hour of drive to Kande, you ascend through the wilderness and local villages to reach Australian Camp. Thereafter, you continue your hike to Pothana. It is the checkpoint for TIMS (Trekkers’ Information Management System) and ACAP (Annapurna Conservation Area Project) entry permits. Soon enough, the route leads you to Deurali. The glance of the Annapurna mountain ranges is overwhelming during the trek.

Overnight in teahouse lodge at Deurali.

Day 3: Trek from Deurali to Low Camp (2,985 m / 9,793 ft | Trek: 5–6 hrs)

Accommodation: Tea house

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

After having a hearty breakfast, head out of Deurali. The trail is an ascending climb through a steep climb. The majestic views of the Annapurna and Dhaulagiri ranges are mesmerizing during the trek.

With the continuous hike, you will walk through the beautiful forests of rhododendron, oak, and maple. Along the way, different species of birds, animals, and plants can be seen. Soon after, we reach Forest camp. Locally, the Forest camp is known as Kokar. Moving further ahead, we climb up through forest mainly of rhododendron to a greater extent. You can see moss and ferns growing in trees in this region. And thus, we arrive at Low Camp.

Overnight in a lodge at Low Camp.

Day 4: Trek from Low Camp to High Camp (3,550 m / 11,647 ft | Trek: 4–5 hrs)

Accommodation: Tea house

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

The trek to High Camp is an uphill climb. We leave Low Camp after having breakfast. The route guides to the middle camp, walking past a rhododendron forest. Afterward, we reach Badal Danda. The awe-inspiring view of Mardi Himal itself is eye-catching from here. Other mountain ranges; Mt. Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, Hiuchuli and Gangapurna can also be seen. On moving further, following the route through a grassy ridge, we arrive at High Camp.

Overnight in a lodge at High Camp.

Day 5: Trek to Mardi Himal Base Camp and back to High Camp (4,500 m / 14,764 ft | Trek: 7–8 hrs)

Accommodation: Tea house

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

The trek begins with an early morning hike for the sunrise scenery of the mountain ranges.

Head out of the High camp through a rocky trail. You will walk through pasture lands with scenic beauty and a couple of steep pathways. Then you will set foot on Mardi Base Camp. However, you can hike up to the viewpoint halfway back instead of getting to the base camp.

Reaching the base camp is heartwarming and rewarding by the panoramic views of the Himalayas. The spectacular view of Annapurna I, Annapurna South, Machhapuchhre, Hiuchuli, Tare Kang, and Khangsar is mind-blowing. After spending a glorious moment, follow the route back to the High Camp.

Overnight in a lodge at High Camp.

Day 6: Trek from High Camp to Landruk (1,565 m / 5,135 ft | Trek: 6–7 hrs)

Accommodation: Tea house

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Start your trek towards Landruk village after breakfast in High Camp. Moving down from High Camp to the Forest Camp via Low Camp, you’ll come to the route that leads straight to Landruk. Hereafter, you’ll drop farther into a dense forest, where the trail is relatively quiet. After a few hours of traveling, you will arrive in the charming village of Landruk.

Overnight in Landruk.

Day 7: Trek from Landruk to Tadapani (2,630 m / 8,629 ft | Trek: 5–6 hrs)

Accommodation: Tea house

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Today’s trek begins with a steep decline towards the Modi River, followed by a steep climb past small settlements before arriving in Ghandruk, a lovely Gurung village. The astonishing views of Machhapuchhre, Annapurna, and other snow-capped summits can all be seen from here.

You will reach Tadapani after hiking through a large green jungle with various plants and animals. Allow your foot to rest while taking in the spectacular mountain views.

Overnight in Tadapani.

Day 8: Trek from Tadapani to Dobato (3,420 m / 11,220 ft | Trek: 5–6 hrs)

Accommodation: Tea house

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

You will walk through an isolated portion of the Annapurna mountains alongside the magnificent rhododendron forest after breakfast in Tadapani. This trail takes you through stunning traditional villages and a diverse range of flora and fauna for an unforgettable adventure.

You’ll begin climbing through the lovely rhododendron and oak forest on this ascending track. After a short drop, you’ll then carry on through yet another rhododendron forest. Continue the trek further until arriving at Dobato, which has a larger ridgetop clearing. Your eyes will be overwhelmed by the awe-inspiring views of Annapurna South and Machhapuchhre.

Overnight in Dobato.

Day 9:Trek from Dobato to Khopra Ridge (3,660 m / 12,008 ft | Trek: 3–4 hrs)

Accommodation: Tea house

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Climb to Muldhai Peak for a spectacular sunrise panorama early in the morning. After spending some time, descend through the open land and beautiful vegetation to the Lower Chistibung pasture.

You’ll have to trek through another woodland to get to Upper Chistibung from here. To reach Khopra, continue on a gradual ascent just above woods through beautiful grasslands and farms. You can observe the tip of Annapurna South while arriving at the ridge.

Overnight in Khopra Ridge.

Day 10: Trek from Khopra Ridge to Swanta (2,200 m / 7,218 ft | Trek: 5–6 hrs)

Accommodation: Tea house

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

You’ll make your way down the hillside with a morning breakfast in Khopra Ridge. Continue down a steep trail that offers frequent views of Dhaulagiri. In fact, the mountain serves as a wonderful background to the adjacent communities’ terraced fields and quaint dwellings. You’ll have enough time to explore the local village once you get to Swanta.

Overnight in Swanta.

Day 11:Trek from Swanta to Ghorepani (2,850 m / 9,350 ft | Trek: 4–5 hrs)

Accommodation: Tea house

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

Following breakfast in Swanta, you’ll walk through village fields to a bit of river to see the local watermill. After that, you’ll cross the suspension bridge and begin an upward trek to Chittre, where you’ll join the main trekking trail in Ghorepani. You’ll arrive in Ghorepani in no time.

Overnight in Ghorepani.

Day 12: Trek to Poon Hill and then drive back to Pokhara (3,210 m / 10,531 ft | Trek: 6–7 hrs | Drive: 3–4 hrs)

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals: Breakfast and Lunch

For a stunning sunrise view from Poon Hill, you’ll need to get up early in the morning. From Poon Hill, you can see Annapurna, Machhapuchhre, Nilgiri, and many more Himalayan peaks up close. You return to Ghorepani and travel back to Pokhara shortly after.

Overnight in Pokhara.

Day 13: Drive to Kathmandu (1,400 m / 4,593 ft | Drive: 6–7 hrs)

Accommodation: Hotel

Meals: Breakfast

On this day, you will leave for Kathmandu. You can travel to Kathmandu depending on your travel preferences. Driving takes 6/7 hours, and flying takes 25 minutes. You can stroll through Thamel’s streets or buy a souvenir to take home when you arrive.

Overnight in Kathmandu.

Day 14: Final Departure (1,400 m / 4,593 ft)

Meals: Breakfast

Your stay in Nepal and the remarkable trek are both coming to an end today. You will be taken to Kathmandu Airport for your departure. There are many beautiful spots to see in addition to this great adventure. We look forward to welcoming back and being enchanted by new adventures.

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FAQ

How much does the Mardi Himal with Khopra Ridge Trek cost?

The combined Mardi Himal and Khopra Ridge Trek with Nepal Mountain Adventure starts from USD 1,099 per person including a licensed guide, porter, all accommodation, three daily meals, and ACAP and TIMS permits for the full 12 to 14 day itinerary.

How difficult is the Mardi Himal with Khopra Ridge Trek?

This combined trek is rated moderate to strenuous due to its length and the cumulative elevation gain across two separate ridge systems. Trekkers walk 5 to 7 hours daily and need good overall fitness to comfortably manage both the Mardi Himal ridge and the Khopra Danda section over 12 to 14 consecutive days.

How many days does the Mardi Himal with Khopra Ridge Trek take?

Nepal Mountain Adventure runs this combination over 12 to 14 days starting from Pokhara, completing the Mardi Himal section first through Forest Camp, High Camp, and Mardi Base Camp, then crossing to the Khopra Ridge section via Ghandruk, Tadapani, Dobato, and Khopra Danda before returning to Pokhara.

What is the best time for the Mardi Himal and Khopra Ridge combination?

Spring (March to May) is the single best time for this combination as both trail sections pass through spectacular rhododendron forests that bloom from February through April. Autumn (September to November) is equally rewarding for clear mountain views from both Mardi Himal Base Camp and Khopra Danda.

What is the maximum altitude on the Mardi Himal with Khopra Ridge Trek?

The highest point is 4,500 m at Mardi Himal Base Camp with an optional push to around 4,700 m above base camp on a clear morning. The Khopra Danda section tops out at 3,660 m with an optional side hike to Khayer Lake at 4,500 m adding a second high altitude highlight to the trek.

What permits are required for the Mardi Himal with Khopra Ridge Trek?

Two permits cover the entire combined route which are the Annapurna Conservation Area Permit (ACAP, USD 30) and the TIMS card (USD 20). Nepal Mountain Adventure arranges both permits in Pokhara so trekkers can start immediately without any administrative delays.

Why should I choose this combination over doing just one of the treks?

Combining both treks in one trip gives you two completely different Annapurna viewpoints from different ridges, avoids repeating the same trail on the return, covers far more of the Annapurna Conservation Area, and delivers exceptional value for trekkers who have 12 to 14 days available in Nepal.

Is the Mardi Himal with Khopra Ridge Trek crowded?

Both the Mardi Himal and Khopra Ridge trails are among the least trafficked routes in the Annapurna region, seeing only a small fraction of the trekkers who walk the main ABC or Poon Hill trails. This combination is ideal for trekkers who specifically want to avoid crowds while still experiencing world class Himalayan scenery.

What accommodation is available on this combined trek?

Trekkers stay in a mix of teahouses in Pokhara area villages and community lodges at high camps on both the Mardi Himal and Khopra Ridge sections. Nepal Mountain Adventure books accommodation in advance for all stops on this combined itinerary so there are no lodging uncertainties on the trail.

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