Best time to visit Nepal Mardi Himal Trek

Best time to visit Mardi Himal Trek

Overview

Mardi Himal trek is one of the well-known and famous trekking destinations of trekkers in Nepal and around the whole world. It is situated in the east of Annapurna base camp. The altitude of Mardi Himal is 5,587 meters from the sea level. Mardi Himal trek is not much different from Annapurna base camp trek, it takes 8 – 10 days to complete this trek. You do not need to have some special trekking experience or physical training. Trekking. The rate of people trekking to Mardi Himal is increasing day by day. The trekking route to Mardi Himal was opened from 2012. The trekking route to Mardi Himal goes through the beautiful green landscape and rocky mountain terrain. You can get a spectacular view of the amazing Annapurna massif and Machhapuchhre (fishtail). You will be going through the village and forest blooming with Rododendhern and oak trees. Mardi Himal trek is moderate level trekking which also means that people of every age with the healthy physical and mental conditions can do this trek. Yoga is very much famous while trekking to Mardi Himalaya. People from all around the world come to trek Mardi Himal for yoga practice in a peaceful environment.

Best time to visit Mardi Himal

1. Autumn season

The autumn season is considered one of the best seasons for trekking in Nepal.

The autumn season generally falls in the month of September, October, and November. It is the peak season for trekking to Mardi Himal, the route might be a bit crowded, you will not have much choice for accommodation and food while trekking. Weather-wise also this season is good for trekking, you can have the clear visibility of the mountains. The temperature goes to 20 degrees Celsius during the daytime and around 10 degrees during night time. Autumn is a pre-monsoon period in Nepal so rainfall will not be a problem and the route will also not be too muddy and wet. The temperature during the autumn season is just perfect for trekking since it is not too hot or not too cold. You can enjoy your trek without any disturbance and problems. You will not have to carry very heavy clothes unnecessary.

2. Spring season

Spring is the best season for long treks and vacations all over the world. So it is also the best season for trekking to Mardi Himal. It falls during the month of March, April, and May in Nepal. It is a time where you can see green and fresh plants all over the country. During this season you can get the best view of the Mardi Himal Short Trek. The forests will be full of Rododendhern blooming and birds chirping which will relax your ears. The weather during this month is also very much favorable for trekking to Mardi Himal. The temperature goes to 14 – 17 degrees during daytime and 0 – 5 degree Celsius during night time. Since trekking in Mardi Himal during the spring season is a peak time you may get some problems in accommodation, food, and teahouse. You will not need to increase the luggage with heavy and bulky clothes with you. There is a slight chance of rainfall so carry raincoats and umbrellas with you.

3. Monsoon season/ summer season

Monsoon and summer falls at the same time in Nepal so you can get the advantage of both seasons. These seasons fall in the month of June July and August in Nepal. The weather of Mardi Himal stays is very much suitable during these months. There may be heavy rainfall during this month but you can see the view of the mountains after rainfall is just unexplainable. Since it is also the time of summer season the temperature will rise to 20 – 23 degrees during daytime and 10 – 15 degree Celsius during night time. If you do proper gearing up for trekking then you will love this trek. If you are a kind of a loner and want to avoid the crowd then this month is suitable for you. There will not be any problem in find hotels.

4. Winter season

Winter is the best season if you want to see the real beauty of the mountains. It is said that the mountains look like a new bride covered in the dress of white snow. Winter season falls in the month of December, January, and February in Nepal. The temperature may rise to 8 – 10 during day time and -5 to 0 degrees Celsius during night time in the Mardi Himal base camp area. You can enjoy the snowfall and it is the view of sunrise and sunsets from Mardi Himal base camp is amazing. It is also the off trekking season so you can get the whole trekking route by yourselves and the price of the hotels and food are also low during this month.

Food and accommodation during Mardi Himal trek

Food and accommodation are some of the most important thing for any trekking. You can find some typical Nepal food like Dhal Bhat and Tarkari during this trek. This food is also considered as the most healthy trekking food. The food that you will be served is much healthy from the food that you normally consume because most of the people in Mardi Himal regional are involved in agriculture so you will get to eat fresh food. Mardi Himal region is very famous for milk products like pancakes, planners, milk, and bread.

You will find lots of places for accommodation around Mardi Himal trek. There are many homestays, guest houses, hotels, and lodges. However, the number of places decreases with an increase in altitude. The price and availability of the places for accommodation depending upon the time that you trek this place. You may not find the place at the peak season for trekking like spring and autumn so you may have to stay overnight at teahouses. If you are a luxury seeker than you will not be so much pleased with the accommodation facility there. Only some of the hotels will provide you the usury like an attached bathroom, free wife connection, and a private room.

Highlights of Mardi Himal trek

1. Magnificent view of the mountains

You can get the magnificent view of the high mountains like Annapurna I (8091 m), Annapurna South (7219 m), Machhapuchhre (6993 m), and Hiunchuli (6441 m) from the high base camp of the Mardi Himal. You can also get the amazing view of the sunrise and sunset from the Mardi Himal base camp. You can get the best view of the mountains in December so winter is the best month for seeing the mountains.

2. Amazing yoga practice

Mardi Himal trek is also very famous for yoga. People from many country treks to mar Himal for yoga practice. You can relax all your tension and stress by doing yoga here. Yoga will be taught by specialists in yoga. Your body will be so much refresh by doing yoga in such a peaceful and quiet environment. Yoga and meditation are mainly taught in the morning and evening. Doing yoga at Mardi Himal will inspire your lifestyle and reboot your body.

3. Going through the remarkable trail.

The trail to Mardi Himal goes the same as Annapurna base camp. You can see the sunrise and sunset from poon hill. You will also be going through the Sherpa village observing their culture and tradition. The trail to Mardi Himal trek goes through the forest filled with oak and rhododendron trees.

4. Less chance of altitude sickness

If you are afraid to trek to the mountainous region because of altitude sickness you can trek to Mardi Himal. Mardi Himal lies on the lower altitude area. Many people trek to Mardi Himal base camp for getting experience to trek to high altitude mountains like Annapurna and Everest.

Gearing up for Mardi Himal trek

You do not need special gearing up for this trek but you need to have something according to the season and weather condign of the time that you are trekking so following are some of the gearing up for trekking Mardi Himal: -

• Carrying a sleeping bag is important for any trek, you may have to trek in some of the places where you will not find hotels and lodges so for backup you will need to carry a sleeping bag.
• Your backpack must include basic medicines like paracetamol, bandage, move, tape, etc. even if you don’t need your trekking partner can need this.
• You can also carry purifying tablets to purify water for having clean water anytime you need as the water will not be clean everywhere.
• You should take warm and good clothes depending upon the weather condition.
• Carry screen protection, you can carry sunglass, sunhat and sunburn cream with you for your skin protection.
• Drink lots and lots of water to keep your body hydrated and water will also provide you energy for trekking.
• You should not drink water or buy food from everywhere, they may be dirty and cause you diseases.
• Managing your budget is the first step of planning your trek. You need to have cash with you as you will not find ATM there.
• You have to buy the trekking boots because hiking in other shoes may hurts your feet and toes but if you hike in your trekking shoes you will not hurt your feet and make you feel comfortable while trekking.
• Gain as much as information of the trek as you can have, while planning your trek so that if any difficulty comes then you will be able to handle it.
• Hotels of the Mardi Himal trek are not so much good in providing facilities so you will have to carry your own toiletries, power banks and water bottles.
• You need to travel insurance that covers trekking and other emergency packages if anything comes up.
• You can choose the best weather conditions for a perfect and comfortable trek for beginners as well as for anyone who just wants to enjoy a comfortable trek.
• You should take the necessary permit for trekking to Annapurna base camp ad Mardi Himal trek.
• Always walk with your group you may get lost if you walk alone.
• Wear a Knee cap, it will help to avoid Knee pain and trek comfortably.
• Prepare yourself before training like doing yoga, exercise, and swimming.
• Be mentally and physically prepare before trekking to if you are mentally and physically prepared then you can do this trek without any difficulty and be able to enjoy it.

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