Mardi Himal

Overview

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Climb a Himalayan peak in two weeks

Introduction

The summit of Mardi Himal (5,587m) is located 2Km along a ridge to the south of one of the most recognisable peaks in the world; Machhapuchare (the "Fish Tail" peak) in the Annapurna Range. Base Camp is reached via a 6-day trek and a further high camp is used from where an interesting summit ridge on rock and snow is followed to the top. The climb is suitable for those with recent Grade 1 scrambling experience and previous ice axe and crampon experience - see below for more details.

Join us on Mardi Himal

• Climb a Himalayan peak in the Annapurna range in a 2 week round trip.
• Varied and interesting trek with carefully planned acclimatisation profile.
• Incredible views across the Annapurnas.
• 3 nights in hotels, 10 nights' camping
• UK expedition leader, supported by Nepalese Sherpas and porters

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Tailor Made Trips

We can organise this expedition on a ‘tailor-made’ private basis for groups of friends, families, clubs, charities or any other group. The cost of going private can be surprisingly reasonable. Please contact us to discuss the itinerary and your preferred dates. We will then send you a quote, with no obligation.

Experience Required

Mardi Himal is an excellent first Himalayan peak and no previous experience of high altitude mountaineering is required. To join the climb, you need to be familiar with the use of ice axe and crampons on low-angled terrain and be confident on British Grade I scrambles, such as Snowdon's Crib Goch.

Our Introductory Winter Mountaineering course in Scotland would be good preparation for this trip.

Additional Information

If you wish to discuss any aspect of the expedition or your suitability for it, please phone +44 (0)114 276 3322 or contact us.

Know Before You Go

Jagged Globe supports the British Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) 'Know Before You Go' campaign. We recommend that you read the FCDO Travel Advice for Nepal on the FCDO Website.

What the price includes

• Economy class return airfares from the UK (unless Land Only).
• UK airline taxes.
• One in-country, return flight between Kathmandu and Pokhara by scheduled, fixed-wing aircraft.
• Two return transfers between the airport and the hotel (one on arrival and departure of your international flight and one for departure and arrival of your in-country flight).
• 3 nights' bed and breakfast accommodation at a 4-star Hotel in Kathmandu on a twin-sharing basis.
• 12 nights' full board accommodation in tents on a twin-sharing basis.
• Emergency equipment (oxygen for therapeutic use, Portable Hyperbaric Chamber (PAC), Satellite Communicator (either phone or InReach)) – see trip PDF for more details.
• Jagged Globe Expedition Leader.
• All costs for Sherpa staff, cook staff and porters.
• Jagged Globe kitbag or lightweight fleece.

What the price does not include

• Visa fees.
• Overseas airports taxes not paid in advance through the international airline ticket.
• Bar bills and laundry.
• Travel insurance.
• Lunch and evening meals in Kathmandu.
• Optional trips and sightseeing tours.
• Tips.

Tailor Made Trips

We can organise this expedition on a ‘tailor-made’ private basis for groups of friends, families, clubs, charities or any other group. The cost of going private can be surprisingly reasonable. Please contact us to discuss the itinerary and your preferred dates. We will then send you a quote, with no obligation.

Insurance

You will need a travel insurance policy that caters for the activities you will undertake on your trip with Jagged Globe. It is a requirement of our booking conditions that you have such a policy. For a list of insurers who specialise in mountaineering, trekking and skiing, please see our Travel Insurance page »

Itinerary

Here is an outline itinerary for this trip. A more detailed day-to-day itinerary is available as a downloadable PDF »

Typical Itinerary

Day 1 - 2:	Fly to Kathmandu Team members joining on a "land-only", please plan to arrive in Kathmandu on Day 2 no later than 1030, when your services will begin. Overnight hotel.
Day 3:	Fly to Pokhara On arrival in Pokhara drive to Ghachowk. Trek to Ribhan (1,780m). Overnight camp.
Day 4:	Trek to Lalka Danda (2,250m) Overnight camp.
Day 5:	Trek to Kumai Danda (3,245m) Overnight camp.
Day 6:	Trek to Korchon (3,682m) Overnight camp.
Day 7:	Acclimatisation day at Korchon (3,682m) Overnight camp.
Day 8:	Trek to Kharka (4,000m) Overnight camp.
Day 9:	Trek to Mardi Himal Base Camp (4,300m) Overnight camp.
Day 10:	Move to High Camp (4,650m) Overnight camp.
Day 11:	Summit Mardi Himal (5,587m) Summit and return to base camp. Overnight camp.
Day 12:	Spare day Overnight camp.
Day 13:	Descend to Pipar Kharkha (2,900m) Overnight camp.
Day 14:	Descend to Karuwa Overnight camp.
Day 15:	Drive to Pokhara and return flight to Kathmandu Complete trek. In the afternoon you will fly back to Kathmandu. Overnight hotel.
Day 16:	At leisure in Kathmandu We have the whole day to explore the city, though today also acts as a "buffer" in case of a delay in our flight from Pokhara to Kathmandu the previous day. Kathmandu is a wonderful mixture of crowded bazaars, temples and shrines, in a blend of ancient, colonial and modern architecture. If you visited the temples of Pashupatinath and Swayambhunath on arrival, you might like to go to Durbar Square, or do some shopping in Thamel. The team will have a final celebratory meal in the evening. Overnight hotel.
Day 17:	Fly home Airport transfer. For those joining "land-only", you should book your flight home today.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Every effort will be made to keep to the above itinerary, but as this is Adventure Travel in a remote mountain region, we cannot guarantee it. Weather conditions, road conditions, vehicle breakdowns and the health of climbers can all contribute to changes. The Expedition Leader and our local agent will try to ensure that the trip runs according to plan, but an easy going nature will be an asset!

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