Mardi Himal Trek
Nepal · Annapurna
A less-trodden gem near Pokhara that takes you to the Mardi Himal Base Camp with spectacular close-up views of Machapuchare (Fish Tail) and Annapurna South.
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Trailhead Conditions
Annapurna, Nepal · 1800m
Friday, November 6 at 11:25 AM
Feels like 14°C
Mainly clear
Humidity
96%
Wind
2 km/h ESE
Gusts
2 km/h
Pressure
1020 hPa
Dew Point
9°C
Cloud Cover
21.1%
Visibility
10.0 km
Precip
0 mm
48-Hour Forecast
14-Day Forecast
Is Mardi Himal Trek safe to hike right now?
The AI safety verdict above is updated every 4 hours using live weather data from MET Norway at both the trailhead (1,800m) and the summit (4,500m). A GO verdict means current conditions are suitable for the trek. CAUTION means proceed with awareness of specific risk factors shown above. NO-GO means conditions are currently inadvisable — check back after the weather window passes.
How difficult is Mardi Himal Trek?
Mardi Himal Trek is rated moderate. It requires a reasonable level of fitness and some prior hiking experience. Expect sustained ascents and variable terrain. The typical completion time is 5 days for a multi-day trek.
What is the elevation of Mardi Himal Trek?
The trailhead starts at 1,800 metres above sea level in Annapurna, Nepal. The summit or highest point reaches 4,500 metres — a net elevation gain of 2,700 metres. At this altitude, altitude sickness (AMS) is possible — ascend gradually and rest if symptoms appear.
What gear do I need for Mardi Himal Trek?
The packing list in the AI verdict above is tailored to the current forecast. As a baseline for Mardi Himal Trek in Nepal: layer for extreme cold (summit temperatures can drop well below freezing even in summer), bring sun protection for high UV at altitude, and carry a detailed map.
Weather data: MET Norway Locationforecast 2.0 (CC BY 4.0) · AI verdicts by Anthropic Claude