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Mardi Himal: the short, stunning trek above the Annapurna clouds

The Mardi Himal trek is the Annapurna region's best-kept short secret — a 4–5 day climb to a high ridge with Machhapuchhre filling the sky. Here's…

By Laxman Rawal · Jun 13, 2026

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If you want the drama of the high Himalaya without the crowds or the long itinerary, let us let you in on the Annapurna region's quiet gem: the Mardi Himal trek. In just 4 to 5 days it climbs a hidden forested ridge to a high camp where the fishtail summit of…

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A ridge above the clouds

Mardi Himal only opened as a marked route relatively recently, which is part of its charm — it threads up a forested spur between the popular trails, climbing through rhododendron and moss-draped woods to a high, open ridge. From High Camp and the push to…

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Who it is for

Mardi Himal is ideal for trekkers who want a short trip with a big payoff, who have perhaps done Poon Hill and want something a little higher and quieter, or who simply love a ridge walk with a knockout view. It pairs beautifully with a Pokhara stay, and…

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Mardi Himal Trek — 4 Days

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