Mardi Himal And Khopra Trek

Mardi Himal and Khopra trek:
Mardi Himal and Khopra trek is a panoramic trek of Annapurna region where you can fully enjoy looking the stunning views of the snow-capped mountains from very near. Not only the spectacular scene of mountains, the magnificent views of tier upon tier green hills with the farming terraces and green valley can be also enjoyed in entire journey of Mardi Himal and Khopra  trek. The trek begins and ends in mountain village. Therefore, the local cultural parts including the local food, dress and  how the local people spend the daily life in Himalaya can also be observed. When you trek in the area of Mardi Himal and Khopra  trek, you will see the wild animals and birds, and rhododendron flowers can be seen in spring season. Since, you have to walk on the ride and hilly area, you can see the beautiful sunrise and set which you rarely see from other trekking area.  Imagine, would not you be fascinated when you see the stunning scene of mountains and valley with green hills as well as bloomed rhododendron flowers. We would say, of course, everybody would be fascinated and captivated traveler sees the stunning scene of mountains and valley with green hills as well as bloomed rhododendron flowers. Hence, we don’t hesitate that Mardi Himal and Khopra trek is a good combination of stunning scene of mountains and biodiversity as well as cultural diversity.

Attraction:

We believe that attraction, accommodation, accessible and amenities are the elements of tourism. Generally, element of tourism is known as four A’s. Attraction is one of  the most important elements of tourism. If you are curious about what attractions are in the Mardi Himal and Khopra trek you don’t have to do more research . You just have to read the following information. The followings are the major attraction of Mardi Himal and Khopra  trek.

Mountain scene:

If you do Mardi Himal and Khopra trek, you will see the magnificent views of Attraction of mountains, world’s seventh highest mountain Dhaulagiri ( 8167m) , Tukuche peak (6920 m) Thapa peak (6012 m), Nilgiri south( 6839 m), Bahra Shikhar or Fang ( 7647 m), Annapurna south (7219m), Hiun Chuli ( 6434 m) , world’s tenth highest mountain Annapurna One (8091m), Singachuli ( 6501 m), Gangapurna ( 7455 m), Machapuchre which is also known as Fistail  (6993m), Annapurna three ( 7555 m), Annapurna two ( 7937 m), Lamjung Himal ( 6983 m) , Annapurna four (7525 m )mountains. Similarly, world’s eight highest mountain Manaslu (8163m). Similarly, the world’s eight highest mountain Manaslu (8163m) can also be seen but it is in a long distance. There must be good weather to visualize Manaslu Mountain. The names of the mountains mentioned above are only the major mountains. The names of some mountains located as wing of popular mountains are not mentioned herewith. In fact, more than thirteen snow-covered mountains can be seen in Mardi himal and Khopra ridge trek.

Greenery scene:

Not only the scene of mountains, the magnificent views of tier upon tier green hills is the attraction of Mardi Himal and Khopra trek . If you look to the south direction from the path of Mardi Himal and Poon hill, you will see the Pokhara Valley with the tier upon tier green hills. Some time, the valley with the tier upon tier green hills looks more beautiful in the morning and evening time. Likewise, you will also see the green valley with the farming terrace which begins from the river and joins to the lap of mountains. If you look to the west north direction from the path of Poon hill, you will see the Valley with the tier upon tier green hills. Mardi Himal and Khopra  trek is said to have been rich in term of mountains flowers such as rhododendron. If you do trekking in spring season, you will see bloomed rhododendron flowers from the trekking path.

Sunrise and sun set view:

Perhaps, you might have seen the views of sunrise and sunset from the sea level. But, the looks of sunrise and sunset from the sea level would be different the beauties of sunrise and sunset from the mountain. You will see the fascinating the view of sunrise and sunset from Mardi Himal, Poon hill and Dobato. When the sun comes from the east and the ray and light of sun goes to the mountain, it attracts to all.  Similarly, in the sunset time, when you see the sunset and the golden color appeared in the snow-covered mountain caused by the sunset, you will definitely   feel that this is real paradise.

Wild animal and Birds.

Mardi Himal and Khopra trek is not only rich in term of spectacular views of thrilling snow-covered mountain and greenery hills with forest, this trek is also rich in term of wild animal such as Snow leopard, Bear, Musk dear, Monkey, King and queen birds. You have to go to higher place to see the snow leopard and bear. The farmers complain of their domestic animals killed by Snow leopard and get angry. The bear can be seen in the bushes of bamboo eating the fresh bamboo mainly in August to September.

Cultural Aspect:

Ethnic cast Gurung and Magar are mainly inhabited in the area of Mardi Himal and Khopra trek. Beside, Gurung and Magar, Chhetri, Tamang and Dalit people also live there. Gurung mainly live in the area of Mardi Himal, Lankdruk and Ghandru whereas Magar live in the area of Poon hill and Mardi Himal. Gurung and Magar are some of the endogenous people and they have their own mother tong and custom as well as religious value. You can also see the dress of Gurung and Magar cast and their cultural aspects.  Therefore, you can observe the  human settlement, cultural and daily life of people who live in this Mardi Himal and Khopra trek, from the perspective of anthropology and sociology.

Accommodation:

Are you worried if there is no available of accommodation? .You don’t have to worry about where to sleep and what to eat .The guest house, local hotel and motel as well and restaurant are available in Mardihimal and Khopra  trek . Most of the guest house and local hotel have shared toilet and bathroom and very few guest house and local hotel have the room with inside toilet. The twined and room with two beds are available so that you can sleep comfortably in private room. About food, the guest house and local hotel will provide the food as your choice. They have menu of available food. You have to choose the food written on the menu.

Accessible:

Are you worried if Mardi Himal and Khopratrek  is very far and not accessible?. In fact, Mardi Himal and Khopra trek is one trekking destination of Annapurna region which is very near and easily accessible from Pokhara. Mardi Himal and Khopra trek  is not a difficult trek and you don’t have to go and sleep in high altitude like Annapurna circuit and Everest region. You have to sleep at the maximum altitude of 3550 m high. But, you have to hike around the altitude of 4450m. In Nepal, the crops can be produced at this altitude. To get to the place of Mardi Himal and khopra trek, you have to go the Pokhara. You can go to Pokhara either by Airplane or by bus. Then after, you have to go to beginning point of trek by jeep or car. Mardi Himal and Khopra trek  lies in the Annapurna conservation Area and this the environment of this  area is preserved and protected by Annapurna Conservation Area Project.

Amenities.

The tourism infrastructure is slightly getting developed in Mardi Himal and Khopra trek . Nowadays, it is not like past. The Wi-Fi is available in all most every place. Hot shower is available. You can charge the camera and mobile. If the solar and hot shower does not work, they hotel provides the hot water which you can use for shower but you have to pay extra money. The minimum threat of human activities in the environment has been prioritized in the ecotourism of Nepal. Therefore, the luxury and sophisticated hotel like the hotel available in the mountain of Alps is not allowed to build.

The Itinerary:

Paying attention to the panoramic views of Himalaya and view of sun rise, the Journey Point Treks and Tours Company has made an extensive itinerary which has included the area of Mardi Himal, Khopra ridge and Ghorepani. If you do Mardi Himal and Khopra  trek,  you don’t have to do Mardi Himal Trek, Khopra  trek and Ghorepani Poon hill trek separately. If you have short time, you can do Mardi Himal Trek, Khopra r trek and Ghorepani Poon hill trek separately.

Necessary trekking equipment:

1. A good trekking boat, trouser, jumper, sweeter, woolen hat, glove, 4 pair shocks, Thermo pent, sun and cold cream, Sun-glass, simple crampons made of plastic and light mettle, trekking pole, water bottle,
2. A good down jacket, Gore-Tex jacket, trekking hat, head light, trekking bag.
3. A good sleeping bag that must be comfort for minimum-40

Advices to the trekker:

1. Avoid the hypothermia by wearing the warm clothes.
2. Maintains the dehydration by drinking at least five litters’ liquid items such as water, tea, Coca-Cola and soup.
3. Be safe from being frost bite.
4. Go slowly and consult immediately with the guide if any unusual system develops.
5. Go always with the group and respect the local culture.
6. Be careful while walking on the trail because the trail may be slippery.
7. Gratitude the staffs even if it is small.
8. Don’t packages the unnecessary things.
9. Don’t drink too much alcoholic items
10. Make sure your insurance

First Aid advice:

1 You can have Diamox as prevention from being mountain sick. But it does not work if you take
Diamox after having altitude mountain sickness (AMS).
2 Consult with the guide and get some first aid medicines when you have health relating problems.
3 Descent by consulting with the guide if any worse symptoms of AMS develops.(HAPE and HACE) .