"The Ridge of Annapurna"
Mardi Himal is located directly beneath the sacred Machapuchare (Fishtail) peak in the Annapurna region.
While the Mardi Himal Trek reaches Base Camp at 4,500 m, the climbing peak summit stands at 5,587 m.
Route, acclimatisation and permit notes for Mardi Himal from the Nepal Side side, plus practical safety advice.
Official height of the climbing peak is 5,587 m (18,330 ft).
Forms the southern ridge spur of Machapuchare in Kaski district.
Trek vs Climb: Most travelers do the Mardi Himal Ridge Trek to High Camp (3,580m) / Base Camp (4,500m), while the summit climb requires technical gear.
Climbed via the South Ridge line departing from Mardi High Camp.
The standard season on Mardi Himal is Spring & Autumn (Mar–May / Sep–Nov). Narrow Ridge Trails: The ridge path above High Camp drops sharply on both sides; care required in ice.
Approaches to Mardi Himal begin from Nepal Side in Kaski District, where the main objective is the South Ridge. Confirm current permit, insurance, and national park requirements before departure.
Plan for road travel to the Nepal Side trailhead, then several days of walking before you reach the foot of Mardi Himal. Gain height gradually, take a rest day before moving to high camp, and keep a spare weather day in reserve during Spring & Autumn.
Summit day on a 5,587 m objective is long, so start early and set a clear turn-around time. If the South Ridge is crowded or the snow is unstable, waiting a day is almost always better than pushing on.
Mardi Himal "The Ridge of Annapurna" stands at 5,587 m in Kaski District, Annapurna Region. The figures below summarise the mountain for trip planning.