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Mardi Himal Trek

Duration 10 Days
Group Size 12
Start Kathmandu
Finish Kathmandu
Season Feb-May/ Sep-Dec
Adventure Level Moderate This grade reaches altitudes of 4,000–4,500m with 5–6 hours of daily walking across varied terrain. A solid fitness base is expected, and prior high-altitude trekking is helpful, though not required.
From $900
Max altitude 4,500 m/14,763 ftm
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Weather Conditions

Mardi Himal: Seasonal Climate

Window Trail Comfort Daytime Nights
🍂 Autumn Crystal clear views. The best time for Machhapuchhre. 12-18°C -2 to -6°C

HIGH CAMP

9°C - Partly Cloudy

Mon
9°2°
Tue
8°1°

Pre-Trip Requirements

Mardi Himal Trek: Packing & Preparation

General & Hardware

  • 4-Season Sleeping Bag (Rental: $20)
  • Puffy Down Jacket (Rental: $20)
  • Daypack (35–45L) with rain cover

Upper Body

  • Sun hat, Beanie & Neck gaiter
  • Headlamp & Sunglasses
  • Tech base layers (Light/Heavy)
  • Tech shirts (2 short, 2 long sleeve)
  • Fleece jacket or pullover
  • Waterproof/windproof shell

Lower Body & Hands

  • Hiking pants (2) & Shorts
  • Teahouse lounge pants
  • Waterproof shell trousers
  • Liner gloves & Insulated outer gloves

Footwear

  • Waterproof trekking boots
  • Ice Cleats / Micro Spikes (Nov–Mar)
  • Wool/Tech hiking socks & liners
  • Casual shoes & Gaiters

Essentials & First Aid

  • Passport & 4x Passport photos
  • Water bottle, Bladder & Purifier
  • Toiletry kit, 2 rolls TP, towel, pillowcase
  • Sunscreen, Lip balm & Ointment
  • First-aid kit

Optional & Electronics

  • Power bank, Camera & Phone
  • Cards/Books, Whistle & Binoculars
  • Thermos & Pee bottle/funnel
  • High-protein snacks & Dry bags
  • Undergarments & Pajamas

Expedition Policies & Logistics

Porter & Duffel: We provide a complimentary 75L OarPeak duffel. Porters manage the 10kg/22lb load; you carry your personal daypack. Excess gear is stored at your Kathmandu hotel.

Rental Gear: Sleeping bags/down jackets available for $20/item. Note: Damage/Loss penalty of $200 per item.

Cultural Protocol: Form-fitting apparel (e.g., yoga pants) must be worn under loose technical trousers to respect local tradition.

Shopping: Additional supplies can be purchased in Thamel, Kathmandu.

Trek + Raft Combination

Mardi Himal Trek + Lower Seti River Rafting

Mardi Himal Trek
10d · $900
Lower Seti River Rafting
2d · $320
Combined
$1220
Enquire About This Trek

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Every OarPeak enquiry is answered by a guide — not a booking agent. Maximum 12 guests per departure.

Email traveloarpeak@gmail.com
Contact +44 07345134801

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