Mardi Himal

Mardi Himal (Nepali: मर्दी हिमाल) is a 5,587-metre (18,330 ft) peak beneath the much more prominent Machapuchare in the Annapurna region of Nepal, from which it is separated by a 5,200 metres (17,060 ft) col. It was first summited in 1961 by Basil Goodfellow.

Mardi Himal
Highest point
Elevation	5,587 m (18,330 ft)
Listing	Mountains of Nepal
Coordinates	28°28′N 83°55′E[1]
Geography
Mardi Himal Location in Nepal
Country	Nepal
Parent range	Annapurna Himal, Himalayas
Climbing
First ascent	1961 by Basil Goodfellow

In 2012, the Mardi Himal Trek was opened, following a ridge towards the summit, with lodges and teahouses open to an elevation of 3,550m, with a further climb to "Base Camp" at 4,500m. The peak itself is classified by the Nepalese government as a "trekking peak" and is offered by many expedition companies. The trek starts from the beautiful city of Pokhara and follows the route through the villages of Dhampus and Pothana, passing through dense forests of oak, rhododendron, and bamboo. The trail then heads towards the Mardi Himal Base Camp, which is located at an altitude of 4,500 meters, offering stunning views of the Mardi Himal, Annapurna South, and Himchuli peaks.