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Mardi Himal vs Ghandruk Loop

Pick Mardi Himal for

adventure, photography, peace and quiet

Pick Ghandruk Loop for

tight budgets, family trips, nature, an easier walk

Mardi Himal compared with Ghandruk Loop
Mardi HimalGhandruk Loop
RegionNepal, Kaski, GandakiNepal, Kaski, Gandaki
Highest point4,500 m1,940 m
DifficultyModerateEasy–moderate
Trek distanceabout 40 kmabout 30 km
Days on the ground5–64–5
Best monthsMar, Apr, Oct, NovMar, Apr, Oct, Nov, Dec, Feb
Snow likelyDec, Jan, FebJan
Crowds in seasonModerateModerate
Daily spendabout ₹3,000about ₹2,800
GatewayPokharaPokhara
With kidsNot advisedGreat
With seniorsNot advisedGood
PermitsACAP permit. Check current guide rules.ACAP permit. Check current guide rules.

Mardi Himal: when to go

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BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely

Ghandruk Loop: when to go

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BestPossibleNot recommended❄︎Snow likely
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